The Vastness of Magical Destiny

Startled, Komer’s gaze lingered on the seemingly oblivious young dragoness. Somehow, she had discerned the relationship between him and Lome. Komer could still catch the emotional implications in her words; how did she know about their intimate connection? Based on Komer’s observations, even Eve and Grace had only vaguely sensed a certain understanding between him and Lome. Only Finitz had been deliberately let in on the lascivious tease, and it was unlikely she would share that with anyone.

"Shatima, I didn’t realize you had a talent for espionage. What’s more, are you interested in my private life now?" With the intent to deflect the topic, Komer smirked at the dragon lady who, for some reason, seemed reluctant to pull up her trousers.

"No, I just happened to see the brilliance and splendor on Miss Lome’s face when she left your Quiet Cultivation Place. Hmm, there was a certain rich scent, just like when you stood behind me earlier." Shatima thought hard before responding, "I wonder, do you and Miss Lome also engage in that kind of exercise? I feel like I still can’t live like a true Human Clan, perhaps lacking experience in this regard. Maybe after going through that, I could truly integrate into your lives and become a real human female?"

Komer was at a loss for words. For this Dragon Lady who was not yet fully human, he indeed had nothing to say. Going through that would indeed make you a woman, but what a Dragon Lady would bring to a man was unpredictable.

Puber had finally returned, bringing with him mixed news. The kingdom also adopted a dual strategy of suppression towards Caucasus; it seemed achieving the position of Leon’s Lord was out of reach. The kingdom did not wish to nurture another Great Lord; they would rather award Leon to other loyal Nobles. However, the situation forced them to temporarily adopt delaying tactics, using Komer as a decoy to divert Philip’s attention. This strategy appeared effective, at least increasing Homer’s hostility towards Caucasus.

However, Komer didn’t have to worry about any significant moves from Homer until the Floating Bridge of Bruce Fortress was completed. But Komer needed to prepare early. Having temporary control of Leon, he was entitled to dispose of the region’s mining assets. The auction was soon underway, with Merchants from Jazair and Kingdom Inland, as well as from the middle and upper reaches of the Catania River region, not wanting to be outdone, joining forces to challenge the Merchant powers of the Kingdom of Nicosia. Even those from the colonial points across the Nether Sea on Mang Continent wanted a share of the action. This bustling scene delighted both Komer and Puber.