I took in a deep and then looked at the two in front of . Irina was beside . Interacting with our parents felt comparable to us eting our parents to discuss a marriage. Maybe it was exactly that. However, both of our fathers were absent. Slightly nervous, Irina clasped her hands. I couldnt discern what she was nervous about. I was questioning if she wanted to let go ho or what.
I took in another big breath before speaking: Before we get down to business, let preface that I dont want to comnt on what took place last night. After all, no matter how you look at it, Irina was the one who got the short end of the stick.
Camille didnt quite seem to comprehend what I was saying. With a smile, she replied, In reality, was it not you who got the short end of the stick? After all, are you not married and against this? Thus, were you not the one who got the short end of the stick? To be fair, we cannot say that we pulled so strings. As a male dragon, you should have realised there was a problem the mont you took the drink.
Dragon Mom then interjected, My son is not a complete dragon, so he cannot understand everything here.
Camille giggled and then went on, keeping her gaze on : We should apologise, then. I am very sorry. The drink that you drank last night was concocted with Irinas juices. We also added our unique drug, which is why you could not have possibly remained conscious. Normally speaking, male dragons can sll the difference in the drink. I never realised you would not be able to sll it. I guess that ans we were in the wrong. Nevertheless, Irina has a good impression of you. Have any romantic sparks been lit between you two after what happened last night?
I shook my head and explained, Sorry, lets put that aside for the anti. How could there have been any feelings between us last night when I wasnt even conscious of what I was doing? Honestly, I was shocked and befuddled when I woke up. I didnt feel any romantic feelings. Im not saying that Miss Irina isnt charming. What Im expressing is what happened was too sudden that I still havent co to terms with it. As it has already happened, nonetheless, I dont want to get angry. All I want is to have a talk.
I locked you inside, because I considered that. Since you are out, though, let us talk, then.
Oh, so she never intended to talk to ! I realised.
Camilles response made feel awkward and lost for words. I hesitated for a brief mont before querying, What I an is that I want to know what exactly you want. Its pointless to force Irina and into this. Do you just want Irina and to have a child? What happens if our child turns out to be a girl? Are you going to adamantly wait until we have a boy before you stop?
Camille smiled in response: That was rather direct, but youre basically right. Im aware youre married and have children, but since you ca here, I think you should do sothing for our race. Queen Sylvanas is a pure-blooded dragon. If she didnt want to revive our race, why would she have brought you here?
Frankly, I could have chosen to not bring my son here. I wouldnt have been able to find you all without him, however. My son didnt co to revive the dragon race. My son is my son, and I am . The two of us dont share the sa views. My son doesnt know much about the dragon races history. Im the one who wants to revive the dragon race, not my son.
I nodded and seriously said, Thats exactly right. I ca here for my moms sake. Honestly speaking, I wouldnt be here if not for my mom.
Irina glanced at . She was slightly upset, and there was a hint of her complaining. I knew what I said could hurt them, since their race was on the verge of extinction, while the only person who could save them, which was , was indifferent about it. Anybody would be upset about that, right? I didnt have a choice, nevertheless. I wouldnt have said it if they didnt pull the stunt on . In fact, I might have sympathised with them. But nonetheless, I had make my stance clear there and then. If I expressed sympathy for them, Id have no chance of leaving. Itd hurt Irina, but I had no choice. I didnt dislike her.
Camille replied, I see. Though that was what you originally thought, you have now gotten involved with us. Moreover, you are a dragon when it cos down to it, which makes you a mber of our dragon race. You are with dragons right now, so you should do sothing for the race.
I nodded in agreent. I had been dragged into it, which was why I had to discuss the situation. I didnt want to continue being dragged into it. I needed to hurry and cut myself off from them and then imdiately get out of their place. The only question was whether or not Camille would allow us passage.
Even if Camille didnt agree to let us go, she may not be able to defeat Dragon Mom. In the past, the pure-blooded dragons were revered. The revered dragons essentially beca nobles of the race through sheer power. Mom fitted the bill of a revered dragon. Consequently, she should be able to defeat Camille without any hitches.
I shook my head: Thats not how it works. I told you: Im married, and I have children. Irina is a good girl, but my only duty this ti was to help my mom find you. The rest has nothing to do with . I didnt inform my family about this. What would my wives think if I dont return ho? What is my family supposed to think? If you require my assistance in the future, Ill gladly help, but I must go ho now.
Camille silently looked at , while Irina looked disappointed. I knew it wasnt nice to Irina, since she was in the sa boat as Ling Yue. Ling Yue wanted to be by her side when she craved sexual activity. If I left, who would Irina ask to relieve her? Moreover, what was she going to do after discovering how good it felt? It didnt have much to do with , though. I was the victim, so why did I have to think for her sake?!!
The atmosphere between us was awfully awkward. Frankly, I didnt see the need for any more discussions. I firmly stated my position. I didnt want to stay. anwhile, the dragons wanted to have a child. They expected to have a child before allowing to leave. Neither the dragons nor I could accept each others suggestions. Under normal conditions, the discussions ended there; however, neither of us was willing to give up, yet I couldnt blurt out that there was nothing left to discuss. Consequently, we were locked in a stalemate.
A short mont later, Camille broke the silence: Please have so tea, Queen Sylvanas, Troy. As we went to the elven lands, it is only natural that we know of this sort of stuff.
Camille placed the teacups before Mom and I. The sa trick wouldnt work on twice, so upon noticing my vigilant expression, Irina drank from her cup and then swapped with . Softly, she said, It will not happen a second ti, so you do not need to worry.
Thank you. I nodded and then picked up my cup to have a drink.
Mom had a drink, too; then, she placed her cup down. She pursed her lips a few tis. She remarked, This tea tastes slightly different to the tea in the Imperial Palace. It doesnt taste as good.
To make a comparison between our tea and the tea in Imperial palace is unfair. This tea is what I brought here. It ca from the elven lands. I brought it along with my other belongings in the elven lands. This is very important to . I would not bear to serve it to others, for I do not have an unlimited stock.
I expressed, If you want, I can supply you with the best tea.
There is no need for that. I just hope you can stay. I do not ask that you stay here forever. I just want you to stay until Irina gives birth.
I solemnly shook my head: Thats impossible. I dont know when Irina will be pregnant. Who can say for certain how much longer Ill need to wait until I can go ho. I didnt inform my family about this. I dont want them to not see return.
In a sowhat unhappy tone, Camille sighed: I am very sorry, King Troy. I honestly didnt want to do this. I decided that I wouldnt have to resort to force if I could get through to you, but whether I am speaking to you as a mother or the guardian here, I dont want you to leave.
*Clang!*
Before I could say anything, I heard a strange sound from Dragon Moms direction. Her porcelain cup dropped to the ground and the sound of it shattering startled . I turned to look in Moms direction. Mom grabbed her throat and began to whimper. Her eyes were filled with shock and terror.
As soon as I went to get up, Camille thrust her claws through my shoulders and pinned to the backrest of the chair. Dragon Mom desperately attempted to get up when she heard groan, but she couldnt. She foad at the mouth similarly to a crab. Even her eyes began to roll back into her head.
Mom dropped to the ground with a heavy thud. She squird and curled up. She then convulsed before her head powerlessly flopped to the ground. Her eyes had rolled back into her head, so she looked at with her white eyes, making her resemble a corpse
The poison from the elves isnt fatal, but it can put an adult dragon to sleep for eternity. Without the antidote, she may not survive.
My blood spurt forth from my shoulders as Camille pulled her claws out, staining the entire table with my blood. I couldnt feel my shoulders. I couldnt get them to budge. The sharp pain went from my shoulders to my brain, causing to shudder as I fell to the ground with a groan.
I wont hurt you, for I still need you. However, I know that, if Sylvanas ets with misfortune, you wont be able to return. Now, go and have a child with Irina; else, you will never see your Sylvanas.
Glossary
*The silver dragon drops formalities here; hence the use of contractions in her speech unlike previous chapters.
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