He nodded. "I can practically promise it. The dragon goddess of destruction has tasted defeat at my hands, so you will be fighting against her champions and followers at very least. Strong, ruthless, and wanting my head and the heads of everyone under my protection."<br/><br/>Once she pledged to not act against his interests or those under his protection, he reached forward, and rested one hand on her forehead. "A blessing, if you will, so all who see you know you are under my protection."