>>5731735“Are you aware this predicament was caused by your own hubris?” Jun Spice asks another question.
“Yes, Master Spice.” Suan De sounds like a scolded child.
“I never taught you to harm innocent civilians, less so high school students. You’ve fallen immensely. Do you believe yourself to be above the code I taught you?” Jun Spice scolds.
“Yes, just like Masterson. Who you believe is. Am I not at his level?” Suan De has some fight in her! You wonder why she’s talking back. Matilda acts disgusted upon hearing the name of the brute who almost killed you.
“He was punished for his indiscretions.” Jun Spice retorts without hesitation.
“...To a vacation overseas.” Suan De grumbles.
“Ah. Are you seeking to be punished as well?” The original Spy Dragon crosses his arms now that his sweet goodness is over.
“I seek no such thing. I was fulfilling my duty, Master Spice.” The New Spy Dragon doesn’t have much conviction in her words.
“You must refuse when your duty goes against your principles. You’re not a tool. You’re a human being. Think.” Jun Spice slowly shakes his head. “Clearly, you haven’t for a good while.” Jun Spice takes the dragon mask off you and throws it on the table. “What is this charade all about? Hmm?”
The Slapped Dragon freezes from embarrassment all over again.
“Answer me honestly, Suan De.” Jun is waiting.
One part of you believes that if you interfere now, maybe you can win the Slapped Dragon’s good graces by being supportive. You want to recruit her regardless of what happens here. But as of now, you don’t think there’s a human being on this earth she hates more than you. So, you better fix that! And, huh, another part of you believes that if you open your mouth you’re going to screw this up beyond belief.
You still have your prize from the battle…
>>What do you do?>Oh boy, stay quiet. You’re going to continue watching the drama like Nariko would!>“She’s just a big fan, sir! She really loves you and wanted to continue your legacy like a good girl!” Be really on the nose! Being candid will gain this man’s heart. That worked with Matilda!>“Sir, I think she got the point. You don’t have to dwell on this. Go straight to the punishment!” You’ll spare her further humiliation.>“You ever use that, sir?” Pretend to be interested in his backstory to spare Suan De from explaining this bit.>Write In.(Last Reply of the Day, we continue tomorrow!)