Dragons are jealous creatures, lest it be said that gold is a fickle mistress. However it can be said that a dragons mate can never be sought after in place of such a material metal. Zhongli and Neuvillette were mates; bonded for eternity. Notwithstanding that fact Zhongli did not tell his beloved of his staged murder and unfortunately word of mouth reached the Iudex’s keen ear before the letter did. The Iudex’s secretary informed Zhongli of the fact he had not darkened the palais mermonia door since the news therefore not reading the letter. So here he was, standing before the grand Manor, shaded from the heavy downpour by the eaves, debating whether or not to knock or use his key.