The girls got prepared as the Captain approached them, he bowed to the Archer and Hecate as he spoke. ''White Prince, Princess. The Emperor dispatched us to deal with the swarm.''
Archer nodded and told them to get ready to leave, they will catch up. The Captain nodded his head and rushed off to his mount.
Minutes later they charged north. Archer turned around and spotted Ella trying to speak to Hecate but only got nods in return.
She soon gave up and went to chat with Teuila who already had her sword ready. He opened a portal to the domain and summoned a wyvern.
The same large beast walked out of the portal and bowed to him. Hecate quickly shuffled backward catching his attention.
Archer turned to her with a smile as he responded. ''He won't harm you Hecate. He is here to give you girls a ride and once his done he will return to the domain.''
Ella, Teuila, Nefertiti, and Hemera all nodded, this convinced her to get on the wyvern's back.
He turned to Sera and nodded. She quickly transformed into her dragon form and took off, Sera flew north like a bullet. Archer smiled at the five girls and whispered. ''Draco.''
He also transformed and took to the sky, with a large flap of his wings he flew forward. The wyvern soon followed behind.
While Archer was quickly catching up, Sera dashed forward and encountered Lunarian soldiers charging into a horde of Ratlings and Rat Ogres.
It was then that she spotted giants and swiftly flew at one, tearing into it. Shortly after her sudden attack, an earth-shaking roar resonated through the air.
A surge of violet flames collided with a giant and the advancing swarm. Archer lunged for the largest giant and swiftly brought it down.
His tail lashed out, striking another giant, while he simultaneously clawed at the one beneath him.
He sank his teeth into its neck, managing to snap it. As Archer and Sera tackled the swarm, the Lunarians charged into the horde and began taking down the creatures.
The girls arrived at the scene and launched their own attacks against the Ratlings. They noticed a group on the roadside, observing the unfolding battle.
Archer swiped his claws, dispatching dozens of creatures, and soon the battle concluded, leaving him amidst a sea of blood and bodies.
He turned his gaze toward the group the Ratlings had been attempting to target. As he did so, he was taken aback to recognize a certain individual he had encountered long ago.
The group stood there, eyes wide, as he approached them. One of them spoke, "Is that the white dragon everyone has been talking about?"
They all nodded in agreement, their gazes locked on the massive creature that came to a halt before them.
Talila gazed upward, a flicker of recognition crossing her mind as her eyes met those violet orbs. However, her thoughts were abruptly interrupted as the dragon shifted, reverting to his humanoid form.
Sporting a grin on his face, Archer positioned himself before the astonished group. His gaze locked onto the beautiful elf he had encountered years ago.
She stood there adorned in adventurer's armor, her long silver hair elegantly tied into a ponytail, and her smooth brown skin radiated its timeless beauty.
Archer couldn't help but take note of her well-toned physique, thick thighs, and large boobs, which stirred his excitement. At that moment, Archer decided to make her his own.
With a warm smile, he addressed her, saying, "Encountering you again Talila, is indeed a delightful surprise. Crossing paths with you in Mediterra has surprised me."
The woman just stood there in shock as he looked at her.
[Talila's POV]
Upon catching sight of the boy she had encountered years before, Talila was left speechless. As her gaze rested upon him, she observed that he now stood taller than she did.
His once long and unkempt hair had been transformed into a shorter style, his violet eyes radiated with a charming gleam, and he bore beautiful white scales across his body.
Dressed in clothes from the area, he seemed casually self-assured. Coming up behind Talila, the female knight Freya inquired, "Are you Archer? The young boy from three years ago?"
Archer nodded, a warm smile gracing his features as he extended his greetings, "Hey Freya, Novius, Cecelia, Radyn, and Cat."
Cecelia let out a giggle upon hearing his greeting, and the others warmly acknowledged the boy. However, Darius's anger was evident, and he remained quiet.
Novius and Radyn nodded in acknowledgment. Noticing Talila's silence, Archer drew closer to her, his voice soft as he replied, "You look even more beautiful than when we first met, Tali."
As he talked, Talila felt a mix of emotions. Memories of the young boy came back, but she couldn't just think of him like that now.
A quick thought passed through her mind, 'He's grown really good-looking. What happened to him in these years?'
Cecelia stepped forward and spoke, breaking the silence, "It's nice to see you again, Archer. Time has flown by. Why are you here?"
[Back to Archer]
Upon hearing Cecelia's question, Archer responded, ''I'm traveling back to the empire. I've been away for quite some time.''
While he spoke to the group, the six girls came up behind him. Nefertiti quickly saw Talila but didn't say anything.
Hecate and Hemera, though, had strong reactions. Their eyes got big as they shared a look that meant something.
But, instead of talking right away, they chose to stay silent and wait. The Sparrows looked at the six girls with curious looks.
Cecelia stepped forward and inquired, "Archer, who are all these lovely young ladies?"
He halted his words and pivoted to find all the girls assembled there. A smile graced his lips as he greeted each of them with a kiss.
Hecate blushed and retreated to the domain; the crowd was becoming overwhelming, and she aimed to complete her unpacking.
Archer turned back to Cecelia and responded, "They are my fiances."
He proceeded to introduce the girls to the Sparrows, who gazed at him in astonishment. Talila's eyes narrowed as she remarked, "So you're a playboy?"
Before Archer could reply, Nefertiti intervened, asserting, "No, he isn't. He takes care of all of us and doesn't show favoritism."
Cecelia's smile widened, and Talila nodded in agreement as she continued watching him.
The caravan organized themselves as they set off down the road. Archer approached Talila, who was riding a horse, and hopped on behind her.
She tensed up as he encircled her waist, prompting Darius to complain.
Archer shot a mischievous grin at the cat before turning back to Talila and initiating a flirtatious conversation. "You smell really nice, Tali. It's good to see you again."
Meanwhile, the five girls were engaged in conversation with Feyra and Cecelia. They ignored the other Sparrows who attempted to strike up a chat.
After traveling for two hours, they reached Larissa, where they were welcomed by the Hippogriff Cavalry.
Their arrival granted them swift entry. Archer and Talila caught up, exchanging small talk and updating each other on their experiences.
Upon arriving at the merchants guild, Archer dismounted and helped Talila down. As he did, he asked, "Tali, are you from the Lunaris or Solari empires?"
She shook her head and explained, "I was raised in an all-female tribe residing in the Shadowvale Forest."
Intrigued, Archer probed further, "What led you to become an adventurer?"
Talila glanced up at him while awaiting payment from the merchants. "I need to earn gold for the tribe and find someone to assist my mother."
Archer nodded empathetically and inquired, "What's the matter with her? Maybe I can provide some help."
Her eyes widened at his offer, torn between acceptance and caution. Just then, a girl's voice emerged from behind them. "I'd let him take a look. He's known to achieve the impossible."
They turned their attention and saw the girls standing there. Teuila chimed in, "Ella, Sera, and Nefertiti are ready to move on, but Talila, consider letting Archer assist you."
Talila looked at the boy she had met years ago, wondering if he could genuinely help her mother.
Before she could fully process it, Archer spoke, "You can bring them with us. As long as the cat doesn't bother me, it's all good." He smiled, alleviating her concerns.
ραΠdαsΝοvel.cοm She smiled and hurried off to rejoin her group. Once she was gone, Ella spoke up. "So she's the Talila you've told me about. It's strange that you two reunited here."
Before Archer could respond, Nefertiti interjected, "His whole life seems prearranged. He was sent here by Tiamat, gathered four princesses, and will likely marry more, even if I don't like it."
The girls nodded upon hearing her words, but Hemera stated, "She resembles my big brother Leonidas."
Upon hearing this, Archer's eyes widened, and he swiftly opened a portal, calling for Hecate. She emerged from the portal, focusing only on him while ignoring the others. She inquired, "How can I assist you, husband?"
Archer grinned as he replied, "You know the elf I was talking to? Does she resemble your sister, Fabia?"
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