Book 7: Chapter 12


    Ara, I see youvepleted your preparations. How surprising. I thought you decided not to go after your blood left your head. Im surprised to see that youvepleted your preparations.


    Am I a person who doesnt keep his word and blurts out anything when his blood goes to his head to you?


    Of course not, of course not.


    The red-haireddy straightened up her posture as sheughed. She looked at the huge wooden carriage before her andplimented: An Earth Dragon carriage. Only you would be able toe up with such a wild idea. But this is very good since we can transport a lot more now. But your majesty, you must know that the Earth Dragons consume more forage and water too.


    That cant be helped. Im only bringing five Earth Dragon carriages. I stored weapons in every carriage then put water in two carriages, I put forage in two carriages and one of them will carry ammunition. As for our mens supplies, Ill just have them carry it with them since they can use the horse saddles as well.


    I ran my hand across the Earth Dragons scales. It seems like my fate is tied to these creatures. I came to this world because of these creatures and earned my first victory here in this world because of them. This time, theyre apanying me to the most perilous ce Ive been to yet. If I find myself in danger this time, I dont think anyone will be able to stop the charge of my Earth Dragons. I also prepared the potions Mommy-Vyvyan gave me. Ill pour the ignite potion onto the long piece of cloth on the back of the carriage carrying ammunition. If I find myself surrounded and in danger, Ill just have to break through the enemy lines. I reckon an explosive Earth Dragon carriage would be able to charge down a citys gates with a single charge.


    The men havepleted their preparations too. I didnt announce the journey to avoid alerting the two envoys from Socina City. All of our preparations were carried out extremely discreetly. However, my guard-unit knew where we were headed toward. My guard-unit was strictly forbidden from entering bars and the red-light district. All of their entertainment was conducted within the pce grounds in a small rest station. That ensured that they wouldnt spill it after getting drunk.


    And what part of entering bars and those sorts of ces is like a soldier? Drinking and too much sexual activity will wear one out. What am I going to do with a drained soldier? The impact of heavy drinking and women is very serious, especially one like Nier. Nier has been sleeping early recently because of her pregnancy and doesnt do anything to me because of our child. Thats why Ive been full of energy recently as though my soul has returned to my body. I felt so joyous like I just recovered from a disease Id been suffering from for a long time.


    Your majesty, your luggage is ready. You can set out whenever you like.


    While I was having a chat with Lorana, Luna came up to me from behind. When she saw Lorana, she made a small bow and greeted her with a smile: Miss Lorana, it is a great pleasure to meet you. Please look after me during our long journey.


    Lorana froze up for a moment and then looked at me startled. She quietly asked: Why are you bringing your maid? Isnt she just your maid? Wait, is she your mistress?! Wow son, that brave Inard only had Elizabeth and Vyvyan at the same time, yet you went for three! Tell the truth, do you have any more lovers?!


    I rolled my eyes at her then smiled helplessly and said: Have you ever seen a man take his mistress to such a dangerous ce with him? Were going to the desert not a summer resort. I dont have a choice. I cant bring Mommy-Vyvyan with me whenever I want so I must bring Luna to avoid going berserk on the full-moon night.


    Luna nodded while looking at Lorana with a smile. Lorana looked at Lunas polite smile. She unexpectedly and suddenly lowered her head shyly, twirled her hair and then responded: All right then. Whoever you decide to bring along isnt my business. Just dont hold the team back. Your majesty, due to the limited resources and water we have, we must travel a certain distance every day in the desert. If we are even slightly dyed, we will die in the desert for sure. Therefore, you must decisively choose what to keep or abandon if it slows us down.


    I nodded and seriously replied: I know.


    Ara, ara. I thought you were going to seclude yourself and not appear again teacher. It looks like you are back in business. Our Gdriel tribe must thank you properly, teacher.


    Just as Lorana went to speak, a chuckle came from behind. She turned her head around to see Vyvyaning over with Elizabeth. She responded: Isnt this my job? The purpose of my existence is to wipe your Gdriel tribes ass, like with Elizabeth and now with your child.


    Are you helping my son because of us, teacher? Allow me to thank you then, teacher.


    Elizabeth bowed respectfully. Lunas body jolted from fear. I pulled Luna behind me to hide her and held her hand. Theres no need to be shocked by that. Do people not know shes their teacher? Shes no ordinary elf. Shes the continents number one sword saint!


    Loranaughed heartily. She then patted them on their shoulders and said: Thats not entirely true. I usually do things because of you two since youre my favourite students and students whove apanied me for so long. Plus, youre the two strongest women of this continent. Most importantly though, is that I love your child which is why I help him.


    As soon as she said thatst part, the atmosphere became extremely awkward like the air around froze all of a sudden. The smiles on Elizabeth and Vyvyans face vanished and they looked at Lorana with a hostile gaze. She looked back at them with puzzlement,pletely lost as to what just happened.


    Elizabeth looked at Lorana and sternly said: Teacher, if you need a man, just pick one from the continent. You can take any of them regardless of how handsome or strong they are However, please do not develop any feelings for my son. It would be best if you kept it strictly to respect and not be fond of him. That applies whether you are his elder or as an individual of the opposite sex. If you do something to my son during this journey, I will challenge you to a duel even if you are my most respected teacher.


    Vyvyan nodded. One of her eyes changed colour and became filled with murderous intent. She looked at Lorana and coldly said: Do not forget who you are. You are but just our teacher. You have no right to do anything to my son. I gave birth to my son. His blood, flesh, bones and soul all belong to me. Its normal for him to like me and love me. I will not allow a third person to confess their fondness for my child. Never.


    Hey, hey, hey, arent you two a little too sensitive?


    Loranaughed and then patted me on my shoulder firmly. I almost dropped to my knees because of her strength. She then exined: Im here to protect your son this time. I dont have those sorts of thoughts for your son. Moreover, Im older than you two. How could I have feelings for this kid? You two think too much.


    Good then.


    The atmosphere returned to normal. My two mothers left a few words and then left.


    While watching the two of them leave, Lorana asked me in a startled tone: Hey your majesty how did those two agree to your marriages?


    Theres another yet to be exined mystery in the world now