[ Takakage closed his eyes briefly before replying. Did the youth of this era pay no heed to tradition? ] Many of the kami take draconian forms. I think you ought to show the species more respect.

[ But anyway. ] If you are indeed intent on pursuing this quest, I do not think you will agree to my initial proposal. All I ask is for some time to see if the dragon can be pacified in ways other than murder.

[ Money did not really mean anything to him, either way. ]