A Dragon against the Whole World

Chapter 815: Chapter 445: Old Wild Dragon: I Was Just Asleep, and Now You’re Saying This Place Has a Master?

Besides, the Gemstone Dragon Race has always been known for its neutral alignment, rarely taking the initiative to meddle in disputes between mundane kingdoms, and their attitude toward Metal Dragons and Five-Colored Dragons is generally much the same.

After a brief moment of thought, Galos nodded, accepting his explanation and apology.

”My kingdom has always welcomed visitors who abide by the rules and harbor goodwill. I am Galos Ignas; I believe you have already heard my name.”

He expressed his welcome and introduced himself.

”Ithelamas,” the Purple Crystal Dragon also gave his true name, ”an old fellow who has slept far too long, only to wake and find the world greatly changed.”

At these words, Galos’s gaze shifted slightly.

He seemed to have thought of something and asked, ”Ithelamas... have you ever had a close relationship with a certain powerful lion-type magical beast?”

Hearing this, the Purple Crystal Dragon’s eyes widened abruptly, yet he did not answer at once.

However, simply from this instant reaction, Galos already had his answer in mind.

An old dragon’s skin is thick indeed.

After a brief surprise, Ithelamas burst into a hearty, utterly unembarrassed laugh.

He said frankly, ”Heh, I didn’t expect such old affairs to be known to you. Yes, many years ago, I did indeed spend a period active in the form of a male lion—that was a delightful Chapter of the past.”

Galos said slowly, ”Under my command, there is a Lord by the name of Ennos.”

”Thick Purple Crystal Dragon Blood flows in his veins, and his aura is similar to yours. If my guess is right, he is likely a descendant of the offspring you left in the world.”

The Purple Crystal Dragon Ithelamas was once again slightly taken aback at these words, and a look of surprise appeared on his face.

He had not known that he had left behind Dragon-Lion descendants upon this stretch of wilderness.

The Gemstone Dragons’ attitude toward their offspring, while not as attentive as that of the Metal Dragons, is also not as cold and heartless as that of Evil Dragons. If given the chance, they are usually willing, within their capabilities, to extend some appropriate care and guidance to their descendants.

The Purple Crystal Dragon said, ”Thank you for informing me; that is an unexpected piece of news.”

”When I have the time, I will go meet this Dragon-Lion descendant who shares my bloodline.”

A gust of high-altitude wind howled past the scale armor of the two Giant Dragons, rolling up waves of cloud.

Galos inclined his head slightly, taking it as acceptance of the other’s thanks.

Then, his tone shifted ever so subtly.

”Ithelamas, you have only just awakened from your slumber; this land has become unfamiliar to you, and you will no doubt need time to know it anew.”

His great Dragon Claw gestured vaguely toward the Red Flame Royal City as he continued, ”Moreover, your descendant Ennos, since he resides in my kingdom and serves as a Lord, is closely bound to the kingdom’s fate. A hurried meeting is unlikely to let you truly understand his situation and growth.”

The Purple Crystal Dragon listened quietly, a hint of contemplation flashing through his eyes.

Seeing this, Galos felt somewhat more at ease within.

Thus far, this was his first time coming into contact with a Gemstone Dragon, and one whose Level was as high as twenty-three—a Legendary Purple Crystal Dragon.

At present, the Ola Kingdom already has Five-Colored Dragons, Iron Dragons, and even amicable Metal Dragons in permanent residence under its banner, yet in the Gemstone Dragon branch, it still has a blank.

He hoped to keep this Legendary Purple Crystal Dragon within the Ola Kingdom in some form.

Although the Gemstone Dragons are famed for their neutral alignment, as long as he could first persuade him to remain and establish a connection, there would naturally be no shortage of opportunities later to deepen his bonds and interests with the kingdom by various means.

Then, should the kingdom ever face crisis and require support, Galos would not be the only Legendary to take the field.

However, when dealing with such an ancient, elder member of the Dragon Race, Galos did not directly put forth a request like ”I hope you will stay,” nor did he throw out any concrete terms of exchange.

His Dragon Taming Technique had long since reached consummate mastery; he knew very well that, in many cases, overly blunt intent would only arouse vigilance and instinctive resistance in the target.

Rather than that, it was better to guide the conversation and let the other side make the ’decision’ himself.

”In any case, Ithelamas, you and I are of the same race. You once dwelt here for a long time and, in a sense, count as an ancient resident of the Sel Wilderness, whereas I am now the ruler of this wilderness.”

”At a time when you have only just awakened and still find everything unfamiliar, I ought to extend a measure of consideration.”

”If for the moment you have no clear destination, you might as well stay for a while in my Royal City—regard it as a buffer to adapt to this new age of the wilderness, and first come to understand the changes here. As for Ennos, you can choose a suitable moment and approach him in a calmer manner.”

He offered an option full of understanding and convenience, leaving the choice entirely in Ithelamas’s hands.

Opposite him, Ithelamas fell into a somewhat longer silence, evidently weighing matters in earnest.

Galos’s words had indeed touched the core of his concerns.

He needed time to adapt, and he was somewhat curious about this kingdom and his own descendants.

Galos’s promise would undoubtedly spare him much trouble. Moreover, the other’s attitude was neither servile nor overbearing, granting him ample respect and freedom—a truly unconventional Evil Dragon; no wonder he could establish such an orderly realm.

At last, the Purple Crystal Dragon said with pleasure, ”Heh... Your Majesty Galos, your strength and broad-mindedness leave a deep impression on me.”

”You are right; I do need some time to rediscover this world, especially the kingdom chosen by the descendants who share my bloodline.”

”In that case, I shall thicken my face and trouble you for a while, taking up temporary residence in your Royal City for some days, to properly see what is special about this kingdom that sprang up while I slept.”

He took the initiative to propose that he would stay.

Galos was satisfied with this outcome inwardly, though his dragon-face still maintained its customary calm and majesty.

He nodded slightly and said in a steady tone, ”The Red Flame Royal City may not rival those flourishing metropolises of the south, steeped in long accumulation, but we will do our utmost to make our guests feel comfortable. Welcome to your temporary stay, Ithelamas.”

Temporary stay?

Now that you have set foot in my domain, don’t expect to leave easily! This is hardly some ordinary inn you can come to and depart from as you please.

The Red Iron Dragon thought joyfully in the depths of his heart.

With the clouds of war liable to gather again at any time, and the Legendary Power of the Ola Kingdom still painfully thin, he would certainly not let such a Legendary Giant Dragon who delivered himself to the door slip away for nothing.

And not long after he had finished settling the Purple Crystal Dragon, new information reached him.

—The Messenger of Good Fortune has returned to the Atlantia Continent and will personally visit the Ola Kingdom in the near future to discuss cooperation.