A Journey That Changed The World.

Chapter 945: Hundreds Of Years

Weeks passed since the trap happened, and Archer was angry with himself for falling into the trap of Central continents. However, he could do nothing then, so he decided to implement the underwater aspect of his army.

While planning things, Teuila and Lucrezia entered his office, causing him to smile at the two women. He stopped working before looking up while speaking, ”Hello, my beauties. What brings you here?”

The mosasaur woman spoke, ”Weʼve been thinking, along with Aisha, that we can bring even more people here by transporting them in the Wyldheart Deep Sea vessels.”ʼ

When Archer heard this, his eyebrow raised before explaining, ”They wonʼt be ready for another two weeks, but when they are, you can use them to bring in more people as recruitment has slowed down.” ”Thatʼs because you have over twenty legions of loyal warriors ready to die for you,” Teuila commented. ”Youʼve enlisted every young man and woman across Draconia. There are so many forts that it feels like no one can invade this place.”

Archer chuckled upon hearing the blue-haired princess. He gestured for her to come closer, and as she approached, he gently lifted her onto his lap while Lucrezia settled herself on his desk. ”Well, if I want to expand Draconia, I need more soldiers, but it looks like Iʼll have to pause recruitment for the legions and Homeguards,” he muttered. ”The navy needs sailors, and the underwater legions also require people.”

Afterward, Archer sent a message to Aisha, directing her to suspend recruitment for the legions and Homeguards while focusing on expanding the navy and underwater forces. She acknowledged the new directive and assured him it would be handled promptly.

Once Archer did that, he turned his attention to the woman looking at him and smiled, ”Do you ladies want to go out and get dinner?”

The duo agreed with a smile before telling him they had to get ready, which he agreed with with a nod. Following that, the women left, and Archer approached the bath chambers so he could take a bath.

He stepped into the room and felt the hot steam hitting his face before walking to the large bath. Archer took off his clothes while getting into the hot water and lying back to relax as his body was tired.

Archer spent hours making love to all the women last night, and most were still sleeping even though it was early evening. While washing himself, he sends a message to the White Knight commander, Eldric, informing him that they are going out.

The black dragon said he would send a century with him when Archer complained about [Eldric! I donʼt need a hundred knights to eat. Itʼs not like the people will assassinate me]

Afterward, he began by washing himself thoroughly. Once finished, he dried off and wore soft, loose-fitting blue clothes that felt incredibly comfortable. Archer then went to the palaceʼs entrance and couldnʼt wait to leave. ʼItʼs been a week since I left this place,ʼ he thought as the cold air brushed against his skin.

It had been snowing for the last two weeks, thanks to the Homeguards, who cleared the roads and streets. Since returning from Mediterra, the legions have been building more villages, towns, and cities across Draconia as refugees were sleeping in a sea of tents.

Archer was happy to see the island transform into a self-sufficient kingdom that could grow all the food people needed while hundreds of mines were spread across Draconia. The Deep Sea Mining Platforms have been bringing in unlimited resources thanks to five in service. Demetra, Teuila, Mary, and Lucrezia guarded them against many sea monsters until they learned not to attack the shields. He had learned that the Wyldheart Company had only mined one percent of the available ocean, which excited him.

All this mining allowed Archer to construct an underwater vessel resembling a fantastical submarine built to transport war machines. Archer was designing many war systems, and the legions found themselves constantly training.

While waiting for the women to get ready, he saw a bench to sit on and relax while thinking. Once he did that, Aisha sent a message that a ship had just arrived, bringing news that the last islandʼs fortifications had been completed.

Archer made sure that two legions were stationed on each one so that they could train against each other. He kept the first to the tenth as his legions, which excited the men. After thinking for a while, Teuila, Lucrezia, and Nefertiti appeared.

Each girl was wearing a winter dress that covered their arms and chest while having a thick cloak wrapped around them. The succubus approached him with a beaming smile as she spoke, ”Darling. Iʼm sorry I havenʼt seen you for a few days. Iʼve been developing Arcane Runes that can protect the underwater bases.” ”Thank you for helping the kingdom, Nefi,” he said while grabbing her thick waist and pulling her toward him before kissing her.

When they separated, he continued, ”I love you, Nefertiti Sharifi; Iʼm happy we met that day in Zenia.”

The pink-haired woman nodded sweetly before hugging him tightly and whispering, ”I love you too, my darling.”

Archerʼs smile broadened as he greeted Teuila and Lucrezia, their faces lighting up with delight. The Imperial Knights soon arrived, some aboard a carriage that would be their mode of transport for the night.

He waved the women aboard and settled comfortably before Archer climbed into the carriage and addressed the driver, ”Take us to one of the port cities. Iʼd like to see one for myself.”

With the palace receding in the distance, the carriage rolled out, flanked by the Imperial Knights-now rebranded and tasked with providing protection. They kept a respectful distance, close enough to intervene if needed but far enough not to encroach.

The journey was peaceful as the three women gossiped about the latest rumors about a Dragon Marshal sneaking about with the female soldiers and his harem beating him over it. When Archer heard that, he laughed but shook his head while looking outside the window.

He saw many people traveling along the road, most stopping off at a Waystation as the carriage passed. Archer saw small farms dotting the distance with herds of monsters that resembled cows and pigs.

Farmers tended the fields even as the sunset on the kingdom and lampost lit up the road. He was amazed at what he had achieved since waking up all those years ago. It took them another twenty minutes to reach a recently completed city named Dragonhold.

The carriage was let straight through as the Homeguards saluted. When entering the city, Nefertiti exclaimed excitedly, ”Thereʼs a good restaurant that opened just outside the noble district.”

Archer instructed the driver to take them to the location Nefertiti had recommended. After a ten-minute journey, they arrived, and the Imperial Knights swiftly encircled the building to ensure their safety.

He got out first and helped the three women, who smiled at him before Nefertiti approached the entrance, followed by Teuila and Lucrezia. Archer watched them pass him as his eyes roamed over their bodies.

When the succubus walked past him, he pinched her soft behind before squeezing Teuila and Lucreziaʼs bum, which made the three women yelp. The blonde mosasaur spun on him with narrowed eyes.

Archer gave her a cheeky grin before using his tail to slap her behind, which caused her to fall onto him. He grabbed her by the waist and stole a kiss, which caused Lucreziaʼs smile to grow.

He did the same for the other two before entering the restaurant. A waiter bowed toward the group and greeted him. Once the greetings were over, the young man led them to a private room.

When the group arrived, Archer turned to the waiter, ordered three of everything, and asked how much it would cost. The young man did some quick math and said five gold coins for all the dishes.

Archer gave him ten, which caused the waiter to become grateful before he rushed off to sort out their orders. The three women sat down as Lucrezia informed him with a knowing smile, ”Do you know Iʼve spoken to the platform managers and showed them several places with massive Manaheart Crystal veins? It will last the kingdom hundreds of years.” ʼHow?ʼ he thought with a baffled expression, but Teuila explained, ”Weʼve scouted everything between the island and Death Mist and found hundreds of underground caves that led to Manaheart veins.” ”Youʼre using the crystals to power your train project? What else will they be used for?” Nefertiti asked as she sipped wine Lucrezia had taken from her storage ring. ”Everything, my succubus, ”Archer answered. ”Dagny, alongside her grandmother Dellah, has created a machine that can charge the crystal using my mana, but I have to go fill up the machines once a month.”

The three women nodded before Lucrezia commented, ”I remember when I first came to Draconia; it was empty land with barely any roads and the Bastion alongside several tent cities, but now look? Youʼve built a paradise.”ʼ

Hearing the mosasaurʼs praise, Archer continued, ”This is just the beginning; Iʼve got the First Legion building a food warehouse so the kingdom can store several yearsʼ worth of food and water, which will be added too weekly.” ”You mentioned airships? What are those?” Teuila asked with a smile while looking at him. [Drop some powerstones, comments, and gifts to help the novel grow; I appreciate all the support you can give]