After being rejected multiple times, Conrad started to feel dejected. He had known beforehand that in order to become a Dragon Knight, your Dragon must first recognize you as its partner.
Seeing that the Wyvern was firm in rejecting him, the third son of the Marquese felt like giving up.
Seeing his sad expression, William knew that the time was now right to offer a carrot that the young noble wouldn't be able to resist.
"I have a way for that Wyvern to recognize you as its Master," William said in a casual manner. "The question is, are you willing to pay the price?"
Conrad turned his head to look at his commander who was looking at him with a serious expression. He didn't know how William was able to make these Wyverns submit to him, but he was willing to pay the price if that would make his dream a reality.
"What price must I pay, Commander?" Conrad asked. "Do you want me to become your servant? Your slave?"