The young man leaned back into his chair, absentmindedly stroking Goyeon's head.
The more logical explanation here would be that she was likely building influence with other sects. Perhaps she had caught a big fish to do business with, but didn't feel it necessary to share. It was a smart thing to do if she wished to expand.
As Wooyun was deep in thought, Baek Junghwa stared at him, his eyes sparkling with interest. What has you thinking so hard, my little disciple? He wanted to ask, but kept his question to himself as he sensed disturbing whatever thought process he was having wouldn't do him any good. And he was right. Wooyun didn't like to be disturbed when he was thinking, especially about business.
The trip was long and uneventful as they crossed the northern gates. Goyeon, the little dragon, served as entertainment for the majority of the ride. Wooyun even caught the cold and frigid first guardian eyeing it curiously. "Would you like to pet him, First Guardian Lee?"
