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Chapter 36: Is It Hard to Court a Dragon Queen?","shut-up-malevolent-dragon-i-don-t-want-to-have-a-chapter-844",844,"\u003Cp>A few days later, at Saint Heath Academy — in the headmaster’s office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While Wilson had yet to arrive, the candidates were chatting casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing that Leon had somehow obtained a full five pieces of Emerald Dragon’s Tears, even Claudia couldn't help but raise an eyebrow in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Where did you get that many Dragon Tears?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon shrugged. “From Constantine.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What dirt do you have on the Fire Dragon that made him hand them over?” Isha added.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ay, alas, what can I say? When it comes to connections, I have to act all modest while getting all the benefits.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isha raised her leg and pretended to kick Leon’s ass in irritation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, there was a soft knock at the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You probably secretly told Constantine you’re running for vice principal, and promised to take care of that cheap dragon’s daughter once you get the position, didn’t you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isha tugged on his collar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No, no, my lady, don’t sully the sacred bond between brothers with filthy political favors,” General Leon solemnly rebuked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m writing home and telling little Ross to give you a good beating!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two bantered and bickered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Claudia, standing quietly to the side, listened in silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had thought the four Dragon Tears she’d gotten from Valendna were already impressive. After all, the assessment’s requirement of five was rather excessive by design.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hadn’t expected Leon to actually manage it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the previous two rounds of evaluation had put her on even footing with Leon, then this round’s score would undoubtedly be in his favor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And following this round was the final trial of the selection: combat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No need to guess — whoever won that last round would win the position.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the thought, Claudia bit her lip quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, she wasn’t too discouraged. Becoming vice principal was merely one of several ways to expand the Sea Dragons’ network. Even if she failed here, she had other means.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Isha, may I ask how many Dragon Tears you obtained?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beren suddenly stepped forward and struck up conversation with Isha.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The abrupt new voice broke Claudia’s thoughts. She looked over toward the group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isha had been chatting happily with Leon just moments ago, but the moment Beren came over, her mood dropped by half.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She glanced sideways at Beren and casually replied, “Two.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t bother coming up with a lie — too much effort. Might as well just tell the truth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh, I see. Isha, I’ve got four pieces. I can give you one, so we both end up with three — that should put us both in a decent scoring range for this round.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh? So you’re here to curry favor.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Claudia wasn’t interested in love affairs, but she was happy to watch the drama unfold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isha raised her eyebrows, not responding right away. Instead, she reminded him:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re giving me one? That’s a violation of the rules, Beren.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s true it’s not strictly allowed under the official competition guidelines... but I don’t think anyone here would report us. Right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two other Dragon Royal candidates were essentially Beren’s lackeys — part of their own little clique — so they wouldn’t report him. Claudia and Isha had been through thick and thin together in battle, so they’d turn a blind eye. Leon was family, and he’d already fought on the dueling stage. None of the candidates here would tattle over a non-critical advantage — it just wasn’t worth the trouble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isha glanced down at the Dragon Tear Beren held out, then let out a soft scoff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m pretty selfish. If you really want to help, how about giving me three? That way I’d meet the target number right away.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beren froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Three...?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mm-hmm.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon shot a glance at his older sister.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could tell she was deliberately making things difficult for Beren.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isha didn’t want even one — but if she rejected him outright, he’d just keep pestering her. So she raised the bar so high he’d give up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Stop trying to flirt.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But, to everyone’s surprise... Beren actually started negotiating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Three’s a bit much, Isha. But I could give you two — that’d bring you to four. And I...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I know basic arithmetic, Beren. No need to explain it to me in such detail.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isha sighed. She really didn’t think there was anything worth discussing with Beren.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You don’t need to give me anything.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Isha—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah, Headmaster Wilson. You’re here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isha’s gaze drifted past Beren’s shoulder to the door of the headmaster’s office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wilson walked in at a slow pace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good morning, everyone. It’s been a few days — I hope you’ve all gathered enough Emerald Dragon’s Tears.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The arrival of the old dragon cut off Beren’s persistent nagging at just the right time. He turned back around and trudged to his seat with a disappointed look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wilson moved around the desk and had his assistant bring out six wooden boxes, each neatly ★ 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 ★ labeled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, now please place all the Dragon Tears you’ve gathered into the box with your name on it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The candidates followed his instructions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noticing Leon had deposited five pieces, Wilson raised his eyebrows slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well done, Prince.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you, Headmaster,” Leon replied with a nod, keeping it brief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Beren, the Dragon King, looked mildly surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He really got all five...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Looks like we’re done for.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beren glanced at his two useless cronies, then looked at Isha again. After a brief pause, he muttered loud enough for her to hear:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t give up so easily. You never know the outcome until the end.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he sneaked another look at the object of his affections.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Isha didn’t even spare him a glance in return.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beren had probably been a Dragon King too long. He’d completely forgotten how to court a woman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching the whole thing, Leon thought to himself:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is chasing a Dragon Queen really that hard? Please — it’s not even slightly difficult.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After everyone submitted their Dragon Tears, Wilson had the assistant store the boxes away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, he announced the rules for the final round of evaluation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The final round: Combat Trial.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Headmaster Wilson explained:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“To serve as vice principal of Saint Heath, responsibility and negotiation skills aren’t enough. You must do more — you must possess the strength to protect the academy and its students in times of crisis. I myself defeated several Dragon Kings to win this position.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And now you spend all day shipping CPs, Leon thought to himself with a snort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The final round rules are as follows.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wilson continued:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Six candidates will draw lots and face off in one-on-one duels. The three victors will then engage in a free-for-all battle. The last one standing will be the winner. This is a pure, traditional Dragon combat trial. I sincerely ask you all...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching Wilson’s lips move, it was clear he was about to say, “I sincerely ask you to give it your all.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But then he glanced at Leon — already itching to go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Leon went all out, the match would end in two minutes flat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So instead, he said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I sincerely ask you to enjoy the process! Well then, in half an hour, we’ll begin the final evaluation in Training Hall One!”\u003C\u002Fp>",1202,"2026-06-06T15:10:09.401Z",1,"novelbin.me","8f74ca2bf9b2b967378c0ba243c8859f0179aae006c1168ea915b65d157b6998","shut-up-malevolent-dragon-i-don-t-want-to-have-a-chapter-845","shut-up-malevolent-dragon-i-don-t-want-to-have-a-chapter-843",914,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fshut-up-malevolent-dragon-i-don-t-want-to-have-a-cover.jpg"]