Chapter 266 Leaving with Morgana and Billy
They spent the night together, cuddling on the bed as they watched the stars from her balcony, feeling the pleasing fire emanating from the fireplace. Damian liked the idea of getting a peaceful night like that one before his long journey.
When the light passed through the curtains, hitting both of their faces, it was time to wake up. Both of them had things to do, especially Emma, who could not let her servants worry about her disappearance.
The first thing they did was to eat breakfast. There were plenty of things waiting for them downstairs, as Emma's servants had done everything prior to their arrival.
"If you don't come back, I will..." Emma said as she fiercely bit a piece of bread.
Damian laughed at the scene and said, "Eat first before making assumptions. What did I tell you yesterday? I will come back!"
Despite saying that, deep down, Damian did not believe that was the case. How would he be certain that he would come back? The dungeon was a dangerous place, and the odds of him dying inside were far greater than the odds of him returning with his life.
Emma stared at him, and when their eyes met, she avoided them, her cheeks red. "I will believe in you, then."
They ate breakfast together, chatted about many things, and enjoyed their time together once more. But, after two hours, it was time for them to part ways, momentarily.
"Be careful, Damian!"
"We will wait for you!"
All the people who worked inside Emma's mansion were saying their goodbyes, as Damian was a person known to all in the region. He was, after all, the one who granted them the victory against the demons.
The servants exchanged glances, their smiles evident as they left, leaving Emma and Damian alone.
Time seemed to stop as the two hugged each other, remaining in that position for quite some time. It felt nice, and neither of them wanted to let go. Well, they had to, and a passionate kiss followed.
"If you die out there, I will kill you!"
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Damian returned to the city, and because he had spoken with everyone by that point, there was no need to say further goodbyes. Sure, he made a quick trip to their temple to see everyone, saying goodbye to Aurora and his friend Magnus, but nothing too chabby.
Morgana was there, waiting for him. She looked as gorgeous as ever, and her vulgar clothes, showing part of her breasts, made everyone crazy, especially Damian, who had that morning energy pique.
At around 10 a.m., two people left the city: one was a youth carrying a backpack and wearing a long dark robe, making him look like a magician, while the other was a gorgeous woman with long black hair.
Their destination was uncertain, but their preparations for the journey were there.
"Should we get ourselves a mount? I heard you are quite good at taming beasts," Morgana said, her body movements hinting she talked about other types of beasts.
Damian approved the idea. "This might be good, but there are only weak beasts around here, so let us go by foot for now."
After a few minutes, they left the city, and Damian's backpack started to move like crazy. He opened it up, and it was Billy, the talking mushroom.
"Were you planning on locking me inside this backpack forever?" Billy, the talking mushroom, quipped with a hint of annoyance.
Damian chuckled and gently patted the mushroom. "Sorry, Billy. It was just a tight fit for the journey. We'll make sure to give you some fresh air from time to time."
Morgana raised an eyebrow at the talking mushroom, her curiosity evident. "A talking mushroom? That's quite unusual. What's the story behind this little guy?"
Damian explained, "Billy here is a magical companion. He's been with me for a while and offers guidance, advice, and sometimes just good company."
Billy nodded from inside the backpack, his tiny voice coming from within. "That's right. I'm here to make sure Damian doesn't get himself into too much trouble."
As they walked, Damian couldn't help but steal glances at Morgana. Her beauty was undeniable, and her provocative clothing added a certain allure. He cleared his throat, trying to focus on the path ahead.
Morgana noticed his distracted state and smirked, her movements suggesting she was well aware of her effect on him. "Morning energy, Damian?"
He blushed slightly and tried to act nonchalant. "Something like that."
Damian interjected, "Alright, enough banter. Let's continue on our way. We'll keep an eye out for any carriages or opportunities for faster travel, but for now, we'll walk."
As they ventured further from the city, their journey into the unknown had truly begun, filled with the promise of adventure and uncertainty.
With the sun high in the sky, they followed the dusty road that stretched out before them. The landscape gradually transformed from the familiar cityscape to the countryside, with fields of tall grasses and the occasional farmstead in the distance. It was a peaceful and serene setting, a stark contrast to the recent battles and the impending quest into the dungeon.
Morgana seemed eager to engage Damian in conversation.
"I'm looking for something that can help me unlock the secrets of my past, my origins. I've been having visions and dreams that are connected to the dungeon. There's something important hidden within, something that could reveal the truth about who I am."
As they walked, Morgana observed, "You're quite the enigmatic adventurer, aren't you? A powerful mage, with a talking mushroom as your sidekick, seeking your own origins in a dangerous dungeon."
Damian chuckled, a hint of self-deprecation in his voice. "I suppose I am. Life has a way of leading us on unexpected journeys. And what about you, Morgana? What brings you along on this adventure?"
Morgana's expression grew more serious. "I have my own reasons. Let's just say I'm in search of answers, and this journey might provide them. But enough about that for now; we have a long road ahead."
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