Fake Allies

“Your highness. Apologies for not meeting you sooner. None of us could risk being caught with you after the black dragon’s forceful ascension to the throne.”

Bailong shook his head with a smile. “I understand. The long history of going against the black dragon has made your highness’ relation with the new king sensitive.”

The faint scent of smoke filled his lungs. This time, it made him uncomfortable. Qinglong grumbled, “damned the two faced, bloated fox…”