'How troublesome.'
With the concrete knowledge given to him by Mei, Asmodeus closed his eyes and slowly felt the connection between himself and the red dragon.
He focused his attention on Valena's existence.
Countless faint whisps of scarlet red mana danced through the air in curled threads dripping with her scent and warmth.
'I knew she snuck on board.'
No matter how much she tried to hide.
The bond between her and Asmodeus wasn't something that could be fooled.
He watched as one of the mercenaries strolled across the ship's hull, glancing at the various cannons and other fixtures with glistening eyes.
There was no doubt in his mind that it was Valena masquerading as a human sailor.
'Though others might fall for her tricks.'
Asmodeus quietly watched her for a little longer.
