Sure.
Maybe he was repentant.
Maybe in all his giant glory, that golden menace could find a tiny shred of guilt.
However, that was Kael. And while asking for forgiveness may benefit the dragon's conscience, doing it like this likely wouldn't quell Riley's grievances.
He couldn't be that shallow.
After years of hardship, he couldn't just abandon his values for something as fleeting as a month-long vacation and financial benefits. Even if—just for a heartbeat—the words had sounded like angelic hymns sung by a full celestial choir.
Besides, should he really be happy with only a month-long vacation? Shouldn't repentance from the Dragon Lord of all people equate to something more? Something grand?
So, cheeks puffed and lips curled into the kind of smile that promised trouble, he said sweetly, "I agree, Sir. I had better observe this sincerity of yours, so I can find it in my heart to forgive your many transgressions."
