A legend was buried. The world learned to fear fire. Then the dragon rose. In a land ruled by chains disguised as order, fire no longer belongs to the sky. Dragons are enslaved. Cities survive by obedience. Power is hoarded by those who wait in shadows, shaping history without ever touching it. Rynel never meant to change the world. Bound to an ancient dragon long believed destroyed, he becomes the living fracture in a system built on silence. As empires crack and old powers stir, Rynel refuses the one thing everyone demands of him. A crown. Instead, he chooses something far more dangerous. Choice. As kingdoms burn themselves in desperation and hidden forces emerge to reclaim control, dragons awaken not as conquerors, but as witnesses. Fire remembers what humanity forgot. And the world is forced to decide whether freedom is worth the cost of uncertainty. Rise of the Ash Dragon is an epic fantasy about power without domination, leadership without control, and a world learning how to survive without chains. Rich in lore, driven by character, and grounded in moral tension, this novel delivers a sweeping journey through collapse, resistance, and rebirth. This is not a story about ruling the world. It is a story about letting it speak. Perfect for readers who love: - Epic dragon fantasy with depth - Political intrigue without clichés - Thoughtful world building - Stories where power is questioned, not glorified - Fantasy that lingers long after the final page The legend they tried to bury is awake. And the world will never be silent again.