A Journey That Changed The World.

Chapter 973: Five Gold Each

After Archer spoke to Nathan, he left the sub and started exploring the Naval Base, which interested him greatly. He came across the new Deep Sea ships that would be used in the upcoming war.

ʼI canʼt come up with anything other war ships but more designs should come out of the kingdom thanks to the Ironfoot Family and Farrah,ʼ he pondered with a smile.

Following that, Archer left the base and started walking toward the palace. He got a message that Elara, Ella, and Olivia returned there. When he saw this, he summoned his wings and flew home.

ʼI do love the wind against my face while flying,ʼ Archer thought with a happy smile.

While doing that, he noticed the sun dipped lower, casting long shadows over the island. He glided effortlessly, the wind rustling against his face. Below, the lush greens of the Daconiaʼs forests gave way to beautiful rolling fields and sparkling rivers.

The palace, his destination, stood proud atop a hill in the distance, its spires catching the last light of day. As Archer approached, the palaceʼs brilliance came into focus. The setting sun illuminated the complex patterns of its turrets and balconies.

”The people who built this are skilled professionals, its so beautiful,ʼ he mused while scanning the palace.

He angled his wings, catching a final updraft that carried him smoothly toward the palace grounds. With a gentle descent, Archer landed softly on the marble steps of the palace entrance, causing the Imperial Knights to kneel when they saw him.

Archer took a moment to appreciate the view-the sprawling gardens, the serene fountains, and the distant horizon that marked the edge of his kingdom. His heart quickened with anticipation as he went inside, eager to reunite with the women.

When Archer entered the palace, he spotted Leira, Llyniel, and Ashoka walking toward the dining hall. As the three women spotted him, they all smiled. He approached them before greeting the group with a kiss and cuddle.

”How are you, ladies? I havenʼt seen any of you in a few days?” Archer said while admiring their beauty.

Ashokaʼs eyes narrowed with concern as she observed her husband, her tigerʼs tail swaying behind her. ”Why arenʼt you worried about the war, husband? You seem to smile as if youʼre celebrating every day, and your passion and love for us havenʼt changed since the first time we were together,” she asked, her voice a blend of curiosity and worry.

Archer gazed at Ashoka, his eyes reflecting a deep wisdom. After a moment of contemplation, he spoke in a calm and measured tone, ”The meaning of life is not found in seeking a destination, but in the journey itself, and Iʼm loving it so far.”

He walked alongside the three of them, his voice tender but firm. ”Why should I let worry consume me? Panicking wonʼt change the outcome. If the soldiers and our people see a smile on my face, it will reassure them that we will win. The real challenge is to embrace each day fully and live as if it were our last. By doing so, we remain steadfast and prepared, no matter what comes our way.”

When the three women heard this, they all smiled before agreeing. Ashoka stepped forward and hugged him, and she whispered, ”We only worry about you, Arch. None of us want you suffering like the girls told me you were when you first arrived here.”ʼ

”Iʼm fine, my love,” Archer said with a smile. ”Letʼs get some dinner.”

They all started walking again, only for him to ask, ”Where is everyone else?”

”Most are still at work as they seem to love what theyʼre doing,” Leira answered as she appeared beside him with a beautiful smile. ”Iʼm glad you let everyone do as they like.”ʼ

Archer was about to speak, but a white and black blur flew at him. He smiled while opening his arms and catching the Chaos Dragon Nyx, who frowned as she spoke in a hurt voice, ”You didnʼt come to my room last night, darling. You promised.”

ʼDamn, I forgot! Iʼm an idiot,ʼ Archer thought before quickly kissing the dragon woman.

In an apologetic tone, he quickly said, ”Iʼm sorry, Nyx, but now I will make up to you tonight.”

Nyx nodded before climbing off him and looking at the three smiling women, ”Hello, Leira, Llyniel, and Ashoka,” she greeted.

They all returned the gesture and invited her to eat with them, which pleased the dragon woman. Then, the five walked to the dining hall, where the maids served them delicious- looking dishes that caused his stomach to grumble.

ʼIʼm hungry, and this seems perfect.ʼ

When Archer saw the meal, he was excited, as it looked like a meat pizza. He showed the maids and other people how to cook the meal, which shocked them all. Afterward, the group ate while gossiping about the upcoming Draconiaʼs Founding Festival.

He didnʼt understand at first, but When Ella told him about her and Halimeʼs idea to celebrate the kingdomʼs founding, which everyone would love to do. Aisha put it to the Peoples Council, which comprised influential people across Draconia and the four islands.

ʼI remember those old men and womenʼs reaction as the celebration also included the council and other leaders,ʼ he smiled.

Archer established the council so that the people could express their opinions, and thanks to that, many issues were solved, bringing the communities together as they celebrated his

leadership.

ʼI like this idea,ʼ he thought. ʼThese women are working so hard to unite the people by listening to their concerns and making sure their looked after.ʼ

Once everyone finished eating, Leira, Llyniel, and Ashoka looked at Archer, causing him to smile. ”Do you ladies want tea on my balcony again?”

They all nodded with a smile, apart from Nyx, who questioned, ”Can I drink some wine?”

”Of course. Remember, you donʼt have to ask me for permission, darling. Just do what you want,” Archer replied with an honest smile.

Nyx beamed as the group made their way to his room, bumping into Teuila, Lucrezia, Kassandra, and Maeve, who were doing the same thing. The four women greeted Archer before joining them.

Once the eight women were outside and sat at the massive table that could seat thirty people, Archer pulled out a teapot and all the ingredients to make tea for everyone. As he was doing that, Llyniel commented as she appeared beside him, ”You like making our stuff, donʼt you,

handsome?”

Archer smiled before responding, ”It makes me happy seeing the smiles on your faces. I love seeing each of you happy.”

The petite wood elf beamed, ”This is why I love you, Archer Wyldheart, Tyrant King of Draconia,” she said teasingly.

He chuckled softly before leaning in to gently nibble on her pointed ear, eliciting a shiver from Llyniel. Archer delighted in her response, his voice tender as he whispered, ”I love you

too, Lyn.”

After that, he began preparing the tea, pulling out the cups he had bought for each. When the women noticed the cups, they all smiled, and Teuila remarked, ”I love these! Where did you

get them from again?”

”A shop opened up in Drakemere City in the north that sells all kinds of things for homes, so I commissioned twenty-seven of them for each of you,” Archer explained before picking up Maeveʼs. ”Look at this one. It has an M made out of Sunfire Gems that I supplied myself, which matches my lovely warrior wifeʼs hair.”

When Maeve heard this, her face went red, but a smile appeared, causing Lucrezia to question with a curious glint in her red eyes, ”How much did each one cost you?”

Archer briefly thought before answering, ”Five gold each. The shopkeeper and his daughter were extremely happy with the order.”

The women laughed, and Kassandra asked, ”Is that the one who flirted with you and offered to be your personal maid, just like Meredith?”

”Yes, thatʼs her,” he replied. ”She thinks I need a big sister figure around me and volunteered herself, which was surprising. Itʼs not like sheʼs unattractive-actually, I find her quite beautiful. But Iʼm not looking for any more women right now; Iʼve already got twenty-seven

to care for.”

The Kraken laughed just as the tea was finished boiling, and Archer started pouring it into the nine cups before giving them to the women. The women thanked him while gossiping with each other as it had become a tradition.

All the harem would meet here, and Archer would make them tea before wandering off. They spoke about clothes, makeup, and gossip about the love lives of the Draconian nobles, which

the women found intriguing.

Archer watched them talk before summoning his wings and taking off. He then started patrolling the kingdom, watching people go about their daily lives without knowing he was

above them.

While flying, he scanned the roads that crisscrossed the island with Waystations dotted the road. Archer saw Homeguard Soldiers marching down the road before making way for the nearby merchants and citizens.

Archer continued his flight until he reached an empty Waystation at the base of a mountain. He descended and landed outside, drawing the attention of the Homeguard on watch. [Drop some powerstones, comments, and gifts to help the novel grow; I appreciate all the support you can give]