[ Given the nature of Aphaia's colosseum, Dion doesn't doubt they were meant to slay the dragon. Yet it seems cruel when said dragon has retreated from them. Surely the fact that it has withdrawn means they're the victors, he reasons.

Though perhaps they ought not linger, since it does appear to be recovering. He eyes the dragon for a lingering moment, then returns his attention to the young mage. ]

You are quite the formidable caster. Knowing that allowed me to focus on holding its attention as I did, so I owe you my thanks as well.

[ He punctuates the words with a small, respectful dip of his head. That kind of firepower is impressive, especially for one so young. ]

Did I observe correctly that you wield multiple elements?

[ Dion knows he observed this, but he asks regardless. ]