This was not a good place to converse with the dragon.

“Wait.”

After calming down the enraged dragon, Seon-Hyeok quickly gave Ophelia a look. Noticing his gaze, Ophelia stopped staring blankly at the nobles’ fruitless debate and turned her head.

“I recognize your loyalty and passion in debating on the future of this kingdom. However, I fear that you are all overzealous in your expressions and that these quarrels may undermine the righteousness of those supporting the kingdom.”

After seeing his expression, Ophelia abruptly declared an end to the meeting.

“Do you have something to say?”

She carefully examined him to see if he was exhausted from the ongoing meetings before suggesting he take a break.

“Go and get some fresh air.”

Seon-Hyeok did not refuse.

“Then I’ll be right back.”

Upon leaving the meeting room, he immediately searched for a deserted place to talk to the dragon. Fortunately for him, there were several hidden rooms prepared for the nobles to relax in from time to time, and he was able to find one to use.

“What’s the matter?”

[That cursed presence.]

The dragon had clearly gathered herself in the meantime, as her voice now sounded much calmer.

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