An Extra’s POV

"Sit."

Before the mighty presence that was before him, Adrien Chase had no choice but to obey.

He had been escorted by Dragons to this place—the grand office of a Lord—so the least he could do was obey the simple instructions given to him by the one he came to see.

The one who was thoughtful enough to grant him an audience.

"Huu…" As Adrien sat on the rather comfortable seat, doing his best to observe his surroundings without taking his attention away from the entity before him, he maintained his smile.

The office was splendidly designed—possessing streaks of purple, blue, and black. The carpet was exquisite, and the quality of furniture was unlike anything that could be found in any human or elven settlement.

In fact, it was almost reminiscent of Earth.

The room had an air conditioning Enchanted Item, as well as Enchanted Items for lighting, among other very useful utilities. By all means of comparison, it was not too dissimilar from a modern office.

"So… how are you enjoying the Empire so far?" The man before him asked, his voice deep and his tone smooth.

It almost felt like the clap of thunder, though.

"I just arrived on the Continent, Sir. I haven't had much time for sightseeing or anything of the sort." Adrien rightly responded, bowing his head politely in order to pay as much respect to the figure as possible.

He found that this method usually worked on those in high authority who perceived themselves as greater than those they granted an audience.

Just as expected, his actions eased a bit of the tension in the room.

"Is that so? I understand then…" Adrien was yet to take a proper look at the Lord before him, but he could see his outfit.

He wore a polished black and purple suit—one that spoke of incredible wealth and prestige. Of course, it was enchanted—as was practically every other accessory that the man donned. He had an earring in one ear, a chain, and a few rings, from what Adrien could decipher.

Adrien made sure to observe all of this very subtly.

"I will have to leave very soon, since I have a rather important meeting to attend to. So, raise your head and let's conclude this as quickly as possible."

"Understood."

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that existed within the Empire. Even among the Lords, he possessed a particularly sharp wit, coupled with an attitude that calculated all actions and outcomes based on utility. How useful or advantageous a position was determined whether or not

grant the human before him an audience despite the more

I have to soon leave for the meeting that is being held to explain their demise and discuss the other pending matters.' Vai'zel thought to himself as he

his colleagues, but it wasn't like he didn't see it coming.

not to dwell too much on the

decision to take in an exceptional human who sided with them against the

had managed to garner even more of

even fought off the hero of the Elves. I saw the footages, and I have to say… he's pretty impressive.' And all of this was not even

too interesting to pass

what do you want, Adrien?" The Lord finally asked, his eyes burrowing

you. If it is possible, I'd like to integrate myself with your

us? As a

nodded his head, not showing any hesitation to make clear what

that!' Vai'zel grinned to

a lot more backbone

can you offer to the Empire that would make us consider

the moment he heard the question, a move that made Vai'zel even more intrigued by

of research before coming here. I know about the true origins of the Dragons… as Otherworlders not native

Lord's eyes

not the only ones. The humans have also resorted to using your kind to battle you… by

gasped, incredibly amused by the information he was

tides in their battle against the

how fascinating!' However, what was more fascinating was the fact that this human was able to figure out the identity

of H'Trae, yet you would betray them? Why?" Vai'zel asked, licking his lips as

win this war. And in that respect, it doesn't matter what side I was summoned to, or what I need to do to achieve

"Oh? Fascinating!"

"...."

seconds, silence existed between both Otherworlders—Dragon and Human—as they were locked in a seemingly ended staring

was Vai'zel, all due to the

amusing, you