Despite David's mocking, the Dean of Dewensen Academy remained composed as he casually walked out from the Gerland Building in the distance, avoiding any unnecessary arguments.
Can you out-talk a Red Dragon whose breath is fire itself?
In other words, by the time the Dean of Dewensen Academy had to personally appear and face his opponent, he had, in a way, already 'lost' half the battle.
Everyone clearly understood that, at this point, David's intended purpose for his visit was largely fulfilled. The incident had escalated to the point of common knowledge, and the academy's influence alone was no longer enough to suppress it.
No one involved could possibly escape accountability. The only question now was whether they could resolve the situation before higher powers from the Royal Capital of Dewensen intervened.
If they could subdue David, this Dragon, before that happened, they would at least retain the right to speak in their own defense and clear themselves of blame.
