Chapter 18 (2/5)

elf siblings curtsied politely. - Titus Verth'vit.- The broad-shouldered boy bowed, trying to turn so that his scar was as little visible as possible. - And Leopold vet Freuder.- The halfling raised his hand and waved, then immediately realised and bowed. - Friends of Angus and Florence and my acquaintances.

-Those two cunning bastards,- Sofia muttered under her breath. -They were in town and didn't even bother to say hello.- The elf turned indignantly towards the terrace.

-Maybe they were both tired of you flirting with them,- her brother said, earning himself a discreet punch in the ribs.

-Please forgive them.- Scion placed his right hand on his heart and bowed slightly. -I hope the young master is not offended.- The sombre tone suited the boy's face all too well and the dragon disliked it just as much.

-It's fine, and please call me by my name. - Draco hoped that the other four weren't as strict.

-Oh, I was afraid we were going to have another Scion, stiff with etiquette. - The halfling breathed a sigh of relief. It was easy to see that he was not fond of aristocratic rules of conduct. He immediately looked at the dragon more boldly.

-Really, Scion, you're too sensitive.- The elf rolled his eyes.

-At the first meeting, it is appropriate to behave according to etiquette.- Titus looked at Robin and just sighed.

-You're right. - Sofia turned to the company, admitting at the same time that she had been listening to them carefully. - I apologise for my outburst, young master Ignis. - She curtsied elegantly. - And now that we've got the polite part out of the way, I heard that you recently moved to Atlantis, Draco. How do you like the city?

-I must admit that even though I've been here for a month, I haven't seen much yet.- The dragon smiled a little sadly. -And I think it will take me a long time to get to know the capital a little better.

-And outside the city, there is still the entire undeveloped area of the island.- The

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