A Way Out (Ch.190)

"And if they do not?" Estelle asked uneasily.

"It is not a matter of 'if'. They certainly will not, dragons do not bargain with sorcerers or anyone for that matter. Lord Starron will ensure the Black Network never achieves their goal." Dante replied with conviction.

"So...my father is in danger?" Estelle asked nervously.

"Not exactly. Harming the Lord of Fort Blazed so directly would be openly declaring war with the stronghold. The Black Network cannot afford it yet."

"Beyond that, they do not have what it takes to kill Lord Starron. He is a dragon lord and a revered warrior of Asvar."

"Even if they cannot reach their goal, the Black Network will still have to retreat."

"They stand no chance against the blazed dragons. The only temporary upper hand they hold is the spell that prevents the blazed dragons within the castle from shifting."