Noel and Azura approached Alaric, where he sat with Mariah in his arms. “Dragon King, we apologize for joining in the war ten millennia ago, and also for joining today.” “You did not,” Alaric said, “you did not join today; instead, you helped.” “But we had prepared armies.” “Aye, you did, but your armies cannot really hurt us dragons. I thank you for stopping when you did. I cannot say what truly happened, but if you are this wounded, god Noel, t’s means you fought against Ramiel.” “Aye, I did. But I had lost,” Noel said. “I thank you, I am grateful,” Alaric said, then he got up while carrying Mariah. His gaze landed on Hades and Haziah, and they looked away in shame. “My people shall help in pulling out the scales from you, but I will not apologize for hurting you, never.” With that,

