[ She joins him in looking up at the dragon, which draws obliquely near as they make their way to the execution square. ]

I don't think it expected to come away scot-free. It's probably meant to be a distraction.

[ Since the Pleroma are allegedly here to rescue their friends above all. Though she's sure the dragon would consider razing some buildings and Kenoma and killing the Regent some nice bonuses. Anyway. ]

It's probably for the best that you can't see into the future too easily. Those things seem... burdensome.