After Archer spoke to Nathan, he left the sub and started exploring the Naval Base, which interested him greatly. He ca across the new Deep Sea ships that would be used in the upcoming war.
'I can't co up with anything other war ships but more designs should co out of the kingdom thanks to the Ironfoot Family and Farrah,' he pondered with a smile.
Following that, Archer left the base and started walking toward the palace. He got a ssage that Elara, Ella, and Olivia returned there. When he saw this, he summoned his wings and flew ho.
'I do love the wind against my face while flying,' Archer thought with a happy smile.
While doing that, he noticed the sun dipped lower, casting long shadows over the island. He glided effortlessly, the wind rustling against his face. Below, the lush greens of the Daconia's forests gave way to beautiful rolling fields and sparkling rivers.
The palace, his destination, stood proud atop a hill in the distance, its spires catching the last light of day. As Archer approached, the palace's brilliance ca into focus. The setting sun illuminated the complex patterns of its turrets and balconies.
"The people who built this are skilled professionals, its so beautiful,' he mused while scanning the palace.
He angled his wings, catching a final updraft that carried him smoothly toward the palace grounds. With a gentle descent, Archer landed softly on the marble steps of the palace entrance, causing the Imperial Knights to kneel when they saw him.
Archer took a mont to appreciate the view-the sprawling gardens, the serene fountains, and the distant horizon that marked the edge of his kingdom. His heart quickened with anticipation as he went inside, eager to reunite with the won.
When Archer entered the palace, he spotted Leira, Llyniel, and Ashoka walking toward the dining hall. As the three won spotted him, they all smiled. He approached them before greeting the group with a kiss and cuddle.
"How are you, ladies? I haven't seen any of you in a few days?" Archer said while admiring their beauty.
Ashoka's eyes narrowed with concern as she observed her husband, her tiger's tail swaying behind her. "Why aren't you worried about the war, husband? You seem to smile as if you're celebrating every day, and your passion and love for us haven't changed since the first ti we were together," she asked, her voice a blend of curiosity and worry.
Archer gazed at Ashoka, his eyes reflecting a deep wisdom. After a mont of contemplation, he spoke in a calm and asured tone, "The aning of life is not found in seeking a destination, but in the journey itself, and I'm loving it so far."
He walked alongside the three of them, his voice tender but firm. "Why should I let worry consu ? Panicking won't change the outco. If the soldiers and our people see a smile on my face, it will reassure them that we will win. The real challenge is to embrace each day fully and live as if it were our last. By doing so, we remain steadfast and prepared, no matter what cos our way."
When the three won heard this, they all smiled before agreeing. Ashoka stepped forward and hugged him, and she whispered, "We only worry about you, Arch. None of us want you suffering like the girls told you were when you first arrived here."'
"I'm fine, my love," Archer said with a smile. "Let's get so dinner."
They all started walking again, only for him to ask, "Where is everyone else?"
"Most are still at work as they seem to love what they're doing," Leira answered as she appeared beside him with a beautiful smile. "I'm glad you let everyone do as they like."'
Archer was about to speak, but a white and black blur flew at him. He smiled while opening his arms and catching the Chaos Dragon Nyx, who frowned as she spoke in a hurt voice, "You didn't co to my room last night, darling. You promised."
'Damn, I forgot! I'm an idiot,' Archer thought before quickly kissing the dragon woman.
In an apologetic tone, he quickly said, "I'm sorry, Nyx, but now I will make up to you tonight."
Nyx nodded before climbing off him and looking at the three smiling won, "Hello, Leira, Llyniel, and Ashoka," she greeted.
They all returned the gesture and invited her to eat with them, which pleased the dragon woman. Then, the five walked to the dining hall, where the maids served them delicious- looking dishes that caused his stomach to grumble.
'I'm hungry, and this seems perfect.'
When Archer saw the al, he was excited, as it looked like a at pizza. He showed the maids and other people how to cook the al, which shocked them all. Afterward, the group ate while gossiping about the upcoming Draconia's Founding Festival.
He didn't understand at first, but When Ella told him about her and Hali's idea to celebrate the kingdom's founding, which everyone would love to do. Aisha put it to the Peoples Council, which comprised influential people across Draconia and the four islands.
'I rember those old n and won's reaction as the celebration also included the council and other leaders,' he smiled.
Archer established the council so that the people could express their opinions, and thanks to that, many issues were solved, bringing the communities together as they celebrated his
leadership.
'I like this idea,' he thought. 'These won are working so hard to unite the people by listening to their concerns and making sure their looked after.'
Once everyone finished eating, Leira, Llyniel, and Ashoka looked at Archer, causing him to smile. "Do you ladies want tea on my balcony again?"
They all nodded with a smile, apart from Nyx, who questioned, "Can I drink so wine?"
"Of course. Rember, you don't have to ask for permission, darling. Just do what you want," Archer replied with an honest smile.
Nyx bead as the group made their way to his room, bumping into Teuila, Lucrezia, Kassandra, and Maeve, who were doing the sa thing. The four won greeted Archer before joining them.
Once the eight won were outside and sat at the massive table that could seat thirty people, Archer pulled out a teapot and all the ingredients to make tea for everyone. As he was doing that, Llyniel comnted as she appeared beside him, "You like making our stuff, don't you,
handso?"
Archer smiled before responding, "It makes happy seeing the smiles on your faces. I love seeing each of you happy."
The petite wood elf bead, "This is why I love you, Archer Wyldheart, Tyrant King of Draconia," she said teasingly.
He chuckled softly before leaning in to gently nibble on her pointed ear, eliciting a shiver from Llyniel. Archer delighted in her response, his voice tender as he whispered, "I love you
too, Lyn."
After that, he began preparing the tea, pulling out the cups he had bought for each. When the won noticed the cups, they all smiled, and Teuila remarked, "I love these! Where did you
get them from again?"
"A shop opened up in Drakere City in the north that sells all kinds of things for hos, so I commissioned twenty-seven of them for each of you," Archer explained before picking up Maeve's. "Look at this one. It has an M made out of Sunfire Gems that I supplied myself, which matches my lovely warrior wife's hair."
When Maeve heard this, her face went red, but a smile appeared, causing Lucrezia to question with a curious glint in her red eyes, "How much did each one cost you?"
Archer briefly thought before answering, "Five gold each. The shopkeeper and his daughter were extrely happy with the order."
The won laughed, and Kassandra asked, "Is that the one who flirted with you and offered to be your personal maid, just like redith?"
"Yes, that's her," he replied. "She thinks I need a big sister figure around and volunteered herself, which was surprising. It's not like she's unattractive-actually, I find her quite beautiful. But I'm not looking for any more won right now; I've already got twenty-seven
to care for."
The Kraken laughed just as the tea was finished boiling, and Archer started pouring it into the nine cups before giving them to the won. The won thanked him while gossiping with each other as it had beco a tradition.
All the harem would et here, and Archer would make them tea before wandering off. They spoke about clothes, makeup, and gossip about the love lives of the Draconian nobles, which
the won found intriguing.
Archer watched them talk before summoning his wings and taking off. He then started patrolling the kingdom, watching people go about their daily lives without knowing he was
above them.
While flying, he scanned the roads that crisscrossed the island with Waystations dotted the road. Archer saw Hoguard Soldiers marching down the road before making way for the nearby rchants and citizens.
Archer continued his flight until he reached an empty Waystation at the base of a mountain. He descended and landed outside, drawing the attention of the Hoguard on watch. [Drop so powerstones, comnts, and gifts to help the novel grow; I appreciate all the support you can give]
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