A vast palace loomed ahead, its entrance heavily guarded. Following a thorough security check, Adrian and Zector were granted access. They were led into the palace’s audience chamber, coming face-to-face with a vigor-filled elderly man in his sixties.

It was unmistakable. This man was Leopold Oakes, the Supreme Leader of Dragoria.

"Your Majesty, I have brought the individual you requested," the guard announced, bowing deeply.

"Rise," commanded Leopold, waving while fixing a sharp gaze on Adri