Book 15: Chapter 53


    The children were well. They were growing up well. After all, their mothers were outstanding mothers. I gave my daughters hugs sessively. They couldnt sweetly run over to me and call me Daddy yet. Regardless, when they saw my face, they joyfully reached out to me with their tiny arms to try and hug me. They also looked very blissful. I kissed them one by one.


    I must say, Nona and Daisy were a bit of a handful. I couldnt have them together; else, the other cried when I kissed one. Vera, on the other hand, silently watched her sisters. She wasnt hasty. She was the eldest sister, all right. That was why I gave Vera priority and kissed her first, while the other two got jealous with each other.


    After staying with them for a while, I noticed that they could move. Nona and Veras ears had started to take on a longer shape, while Daisys ears were standard human ears. The three sisters looked the same when they were born, but they would have distinguishable differences in appearance once they grew up. Speaking of which, the four sisters had three ear variations between them. It was quite the interesting situation.


    I suddenly recalled what I wanted to tell Dragon Mom. I remembered it when I was thinking about races. I wanted to tell Mom about the dragon race. At present, dragons existed in the North. That mustve been very important to Dragon Mom. I needed to tell her soon. I decided to inform her at night.


    Freya shouldve ceased ns. She understood that she had no authority to n anything without my approval. Additionally, she couldnt do anything even if she wanted to. She was totally uninformed about dragons. Dragon Mom was her only reference; not to mention that she appeared in human form. Freya couldnt y dragons even if she wanted to. Based on what we currently knew, Ying and Xia were the only ones capable of ying a dragon.


    Your Majesty, it is time for dinner. Please head to the dining hall, first. The Consorts need to breastfeed the children first.


    I nodded, and then stood up to leave the room. I saw Lucia and Niering over to breastfeed the girls as I left. Seeing them, I realised, The three girls have their three meals at fixed times, I see.


    Breakfast had been ingrained, while dinner was sometimes added as an extra meal. Lucia was under more pressure than Nier, since she had to feed two girls, and Lucia wasnt going to let Nier breastfeed her girls. She said that when elves breastfeed, they were simultaneously replenishing their childrens mana. Humans didnt have mana, so they would only reduce an elfs mana.


    Lucia was most probably mindful of her mana, which was why she cared about her girls mana. She felt a little sorry for Nona, as Nonas mana was very average. Fortunately, there was Vera, who had superior mana topensate, thereby providing the elves with a new qualified monarch.


    I had to admit that the Gdriels thinking was correct. Indeed, you required two individuals with highly pure mana to have offspring that was adequately strong. It was meaningless just for two individuals to be in love. My mana was excellent, but Lucias mana was average; therefore, our daughter, Nona, also had average mana. If we didnt have Vera, itd be impossible for the elves to acknowledge Nona.


    I touched Lucia and the girls heads. Lucia gave me a kiss on my cheek, and then bid me goodbye with a soft giggle.


    I just had to head to the dining hall before them to wait. Dragon Mom shouldve already arrived. I nned to tell Dragon Mom about the dragon race after dinner, when there was just the two of us.


    Dragon Mom was already sitting outside in the break room, enjoying some tea while quietly waiting. Perhaps she was a lot calmer, since her physical agony had been alleviated. Before we did <em>that</em>, Dragon Mom would always be wriggling around despite there being no reason to fidgety. She was very quiet after we did it. When she heard my footsteps, she raised her head to see me. She revealed a bright smile and asked, Youre here, Son. Good evening. Would you like a cup of tea?


    I nodded. I then looked at the empty te next to Dragon Mom and chuckled: You wont be able to fit dinner in if you eat so much before dinner, you know?


    Dragon Mom proudly responded, Its fine. Dragons have two guts.


    I had heard lots of girls say a quip along the lines of, desserts fit in another gut, et cetera. I was fully aware that was a lie, but when it came from Dragon Mom, I genuinely believed it to be true Luna came up from behind and handed me a cup of tea. I had a drink. It was the tea we had in the afternoon.


    I sat down in the armchair next to Dragon Mom and questioned, What did Xia ask to see you for in the morning?


    Xia has begun trying to make her own dishes, but she wasnt confident enough to let you have a taste; plus, shes about to be tested on her progress soon. Therefore, she asked me to taste it for her.


    I nodded. My assumption was spot on. I think Xia mightve asked the wrong person for their opinion if that was her goal, though. I didnt think Dragon Mom had the pte to distinguish between good or bad. After all, the variety of stuff she had tasted was far too limited. Moreover, she might not die of poisoning, but would she be a little too obtuse when ites to taste?


    What did you think of it, Mom? Xia is trying very hard. I think that shes very talented.


    Dragon Mom seemed to struggle to find an answer to my question, so she didnt immediately answer. Instead, she pondered the question before replying, I dont know how to evaluate the taste. I would say that what she made was almost the same as what I used to eat. It didnt leave an aftertaste, either. I think it was quite good.


    If you asked me, Dragon Moms evaluationcked a constructiveponent After all, that was her opinion Just because a dragon didnt die eating it, it didnt mean that wed be fine. With that in mind, I didnt think thered be a problem with Xias cooking. Wed only have a problem if she didnt handle the ingredients well  at least I thought so. I wouldnt be eating her food anytime soon, since she wouldnt be allowed to cook for me so soon.


    Freya entered. She bowed when she saw me: Good evening, Onii-sama. Oh, Good evening, Queen Sylvanas.


    Dragon Mom nodded with a smile: Good evening, Freya. How rare to see youe back for dinner. The maids usually send your dinner to the office, dont they?


    Freya sat down in an armchair. She gave Dragon Mom a smile: It is Onii-samas first time having dinner with us after returning, so I, naturally, have toe and have dinner with my brother. I do not have much work today, either, so I came back.


    I nodded. I then handed my cup of tea to Freya. She hesitated for a split second, and then quickly snatched off me. She looked at the edge of the cup and went into deep thought. I noticed her turn the cup to change its rtive position. Basically, she was looking for where I took a drink from so that she could drink from the same spot


    You sure have a bag full of ideas,ss, I thought to myself with a smile. Sorry, Freya, I wilfully ran off to have fun. Ill work with you from now. That way, you wont have to be so tired.


    Freya shook her head: No, no, I am not tired. Though there has been slightly more work, there is nothing urgent. In addition, it is much easier than what I once went through. By the way, I have something I need to tell you now, Queen Sylvanas.


    Dragon Mom looked up :, You have something to speak with me about? Thats rare. I dont think theres anything that concerns me.


    Yes, I am looking to speak to you, replied Freya, with a nod.


    I suddenly realised what Freya wanted to say. On second thought, it didnt matter if it was me or Freya who told Mom.


    Dragon Mom prepared herself to listen. Freya gently cleared her throat before speaking: When His Majesty returned from his trip this time, he mentioned the dragon race to me. ording to His Majestys judgement, there should still be dragons existing in the North. Therefore, I went to look into it this morning


    A cup dropped to the ground. Dragon Mom stood straight up. She wore a startled expression of delight due to the sudden good news. Excited, her body shook. In a shaky voice, she asked, Really?! Is that true?! Son, Son, is that all true? Are Mommys other kin in the North?! Where? Are they pure-blooded dragons?


    With a smile, Freya answered, Calm down first. This is just a spection at the moment. We have not yet reached a conclusion. I have only taken a look. ording to my investigations, it is confirmed that there was a small vige with a dragon totem in the Northwest. The totem was a dragon. However, as I have never seen a dragon, I am unsure if it is the same type of dragon as you. I hope you can transform into a dragon so that I can cross examine. The vigers relocated here after we altered the river and detonated the mountain. Once I have confirmed it, I will soon be able to conduct further investigations to confirm it. If I am correct, dragons should be residing there.


    I noticed Dragon Mom eagerly nod. She looked toward me the next instant, however. She hesitated after looking at my expression. She then turned back to Freya to reply, I think we should just forget it Just show me the totem My son said I cannot transform into a dragon in this city My physical body is veryrge. I would also scare the residents here once I transform, wouldnt I?


    I dawdled for a moment. I never thought Dragon Mom would prioritise me despite her excitement. Freya seemed to be stunned, too. Freya wore a surprised look. Dragon Mom wore an expression that was somewhatplex to describe. She seemed to be regretful but more eager for me to praise her.


    I stood up and walked up to Dragon Mom. I touched her head and promised, Youre right, Mom. Im very sorry to make you hold on for a bit longer. However, I promise that if we can confirm the existence of dragons, I will to take you to them. Believe me. I promise I will help you find your own kin!!