"n.o.bles from the Alliance are working to tame them, and merchants are gathering hunters to do it. They're just being careful so they don't draw the attention of the Empire. Oh, and scientists are dying to get their hands on them too."

"Scientists?"

"Yeah! I mean, they fly right? There are loads of things that they are curious about."

So, after a long talk, they began to start eating again. After the meal, they had some good warm tea and began to smoke. The old man was also offered a cigar.

"Is it from the other side?"

"Oh, so you know?"

"Of course. The cigars are made by the Ainos, aren't they? Whoa, look at this. This must be expensive, right?"

"Yeah, a little, I guess. But it's okay."

"Haha! Thank you for this."

And while they enjoyed the time at night, the old man suddenly brought up an expected topic to the three of them.

"I'm just throwing it out there… but are you guys interested in dragon hunting?"

End of Chapter