Chapter 18 (4/5)

she was much more interested in the balls and parties organised by the students attending Madame deTelure's Academy. The dragon bit his tongue and did not say out loud that he preferred the races. Leo, on the other hand, suggested visiting the Gelenweith Library, not only because of its rich collection of books, but also because of its huge collection of historical artefacts related to the development of the city. Robin suggested visiting one of the theatres in Soeren and even gave the titles of several plays that he thought were worth seeing. Scion, somewhat prodded by the elf, finally suggested a visit to the hanging gardens of Iveta Scarlet Dawn, a replica of the legendary hanging gardens of Semiramis, which had been significantly expanded by their Atlantean creator, so that in addition to the wonderful natural surroundings, one could also enjoy music in the amphitheatre located in the extension. It seemed that in Atlantis there was always something interesting to see everywhere.

The dragon, completely focused on the discussion, did not notice when the area around him began to empty. Only Ari's quiet whisper snapped him out of his absorption.

-Earl is asking you and James to come to him.- Draco merely nodded.

-I am extremely grateful for the conversation and the many wonderful suggestions for spending time together, but it seems that James and I will have to say goodbye,- he said loudly and bowed in accordance with etiquette. The other interlocutors also thanked him and said goodbye with smiles.

Draco and his friend calmly left the youth room and followed Gizels' maid, who was waiting at the door. Passing among the guests, unlike at the beginning of the party, they attracted almost no attention. Everyone was engrossed in lively conversations.

-I think I know what the rumours will be for the next month,- James muttered.

-Yeah, me too, and I'm not happy about it,- replied the dragon, smiling politely at the man who had almost bumped into him.- I think the master is even less happy.

-Very possible.

A maid from Gizel's household led them to almost

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