“Why has it been so long?”

Seon-Hyeok had much to say to the dragon after an extended period of time without any contact.

He blurted out question after question.

Why isn’t the fairy dragon waking up? How much more do I have to grow before I meet you?

[All things will come with time, and your questions will be answered then.]

As always, the dragon’s responses were vague.

“You’re the same as always.”

It was frustrating, but Seon-Hyeok was reassured by the unwavering voice.

“On the other hand, I’ve changed quite a bit.”

So many things had happened, and so many people had died.

Among them, countless had died at his own hands. These deaths had changed him, and he could no longer return to the days of his blissful ignorance.

Perhaps this was why he was so happy to hear the dragon’s unchanging voice.

[You have become stronger and more complex than before. Your changes are admirable.]

“Wow. That’s a surprise. To think that you’d actually compliment me.”

This was his first time receiving praise from the aloof dragon.

“Then can we meet now?”

Seon-Hyeok...