“Marrying a dragon doesn’t seem so bad anymore, does it?” I giggled into the soft pillow, unable to waste the strength to swat at him. “The council has deliberated. While your arguments are sound and just, we must gather more evidence before a ruling can be reached.” Burying his nose in my hair, he breathed deep. “Madam, this is a kangaroo court,” he said ruefully. “A kangaroo court?” “You have intentionally ignored evidence that would be in favor of the defendant.” His thumb traced delightful circles on my arm, pulling me closer to sleep. “Evidence like what?” I murmured. He paused for a
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