Alger was blindfolded, turning left and right in the passage.
When the black cloth was removed, he saw an incredibly spacious cave before him. In the very center of the cave, a red dragon lay coiled on a massive rock, its eyes half-closed, seemingly resting.
The bugbear pushed Alger forward, forcing him to kneel, and then respectfully said, "Master, I have brought this human."
The red dragon lazily opened its eyes and casually said, "Well done, you may leave now."
Alger could even feel the hot breath of sulfur from the red dragon's mouth.
"Yes, master."
The bugbear respectfully withdrew.
Alger struggled to stand up from the ground, gritting his teeth, and said each word with determination, "Evil dragon, no matter what plot you have, I won't let you succeed, even if I have to die!"
After speaking, he closed his eyes, straightened his back, and prepared to face the red dragon's wrath.
Whether it was the scorching flames or sharp fangs he would face, he showed no fear.
