"... That is all my disciples." Said Charuli softly as his projection vanished from the crystal ball, prompting Elif to hum to himself while while Elaine folded her arms.
"So, the Triad Constellations has finally commenced." "Ugh, I-I don't like it." Muttered Elif and Sarah, respectively, as the former tossed the stored crystal ball into his dimension ring while the latter sported an ugly expression.
"Nether Realm Monster flooding the OverRealm? I've already had first-hand experience, and it doesn't seem all that great." Said Marley lightly with a faint frown as she gently shook her head while Idonea nodded in agreement.
"I've heard you two mention it before, and it didn't sound pleasant in the slightest." Said Ember softly as she brushed aside her green flaming hair and glanced at Marley and Idonea, causing memories of the Treasure Realm to resurface.
"What shall we do, your Highnesses?" Asked Idonea respectfully as she glanced between Elif and Elaine, the latter giving her an annoyed look.
"Nothing for now. The monsters entering the OverRealm will be too weak to cause any worthwhile damage; however, when the passageway grows strong enough for Divines to pass through, we will return home and fight against them." Said Elif as he tapped his armest while his other hand was wrapped tightly around Elaine's waist.
"Hmm, I suppose it would be a good chance to garner respect and trust amongst the people and Nobles." Muttered Elaine softly as she snuggled into Elif's embrace with a thoughtful expression.
Nodding in agreement with Elaine, that was the sole reason why I decided we should return home for some time; we're the next in line for the throne, and unlike Father, who has earned the respect of the nobles and people of the Empire, we've yet to do so. It's a little annoying that we must consider this, but I suppose that's what comes with being royalty; everything can't be enjoyable.
"For now, just ignore what is happening; it's of no consequence to us or the OverRealm." Remarked Elif lightly as he dismissively waved his hand, causing the four to nod while standing up.
"We shall take our leave then, your Highnesses." Said Idonea softly as she, Marley, and Ember bowed before exiting the room while Sarah waved her hands.
"Do you think there will be some kind of trial regarding the Triad Constellations?" Asked Elif curiously as he glanced at Elaine, who was silently staring at the door with a lost look.
"Hmm, Elaine?" Added Elif as he gently shook Elaine, seemingly snapping her out of a trance, causing her to rapidly blink while faintly smiling.
"Y-Yes, Brother?" Replied Elaine softly as she turned and glanced at Elif, who rolled his eyes before asking the same question again, though he held onto her nose this time.
"Um, Trial? I would assume so; I actually hope so; it would be killing three birds with one stone." Said Elaine in a nasally voice as she looked at Elif, who nodded before promptly releasing her nose.
"Anyways, are you interested in visiting the Aether Realm? I've heard from Eyvor it's exceptionally beautiful and full of things you could never find in the OverRealm." Asked Elif with a faint smile as he lifted Elaine, twisting her around before setting her down on his lap now that she was facing him.
"Hmm, I wouldn't say I'm that interested, but I'm curious enough to accompany you if that's what you wish to hear." Remarked Elaine softly as she glanced at Elif, who raised an eyebrow before shrugging his shoulders.
"That is good enough for me." Muttered Elif lightly as he firmly grasped Elaine's lithe waist while she chuckled in amusement.
"Anyways, would you like to, you know, Brother?" Asked Elaine seductively as she leaned towards Elif and whispered into his ear while gently rubbing her hand over his crotch, arousing him.
Moving my hands downwards, I tightly gripped her plump butt, causing her to moan softly, which was like music to my ears, though unfortunately for me, now wasn't the time to listen to music.
"Oh, I would love to, Elaine, but we can't just forgo our training now, can we?" Replied Elif softly as he gently kissed Elaine before standing up with her in a princess carry, causing her to pout while looking at him.
"Awe, really, Brother?" "haa, yes, really, Elaine. We can't ignore our responsibilities; as royalty, we ironically don't have the luxury of doing so." Remarked Elaine and Elif, respectively, as the former pouted before stuffing her face into the latter's chest while he exited the room.
Rolling my eyes at Elaine's over-exaggeration, I walked through our residency before eventually exiting as I approached the training grounds, where we would sadly be spending most of the day, and then at night, we would cultivate the only time we may get to make love was during the short breaks in between when we're bathing. However, it would leave us dearly unsatisfied since we would only have half an hour at most to ourselves.
'Though, I suppose that is better than nothing.' Mused Elif lightly as he gently set Elaine onto the ground, causing her to sigh deeply while summoning Orcus from her dimension ring.
"Haa, fine; I guess we don't have much of a choice if we wish to remain ahead of our fellow cultivators. However, when we have some time to enjoy ourselves, I want you to wear a new outfit I got specifically for you." Said Elaine with a sigh as he pointed Orcus at Elif, who faintly chuckled before nodding in agreement.
"Anything for my dearest Elaine. Now that, let us have a little warm-up spar before the true training commences." Stated Elif with a faint smile as he gently bowed to Elaine before summoning Hokri from his dimension ring and pointing it at her, causing her to faintly smirk.
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After a few months, news of the Triad Constellations became well known as all eyes were on the Aether Realm, not the Nether Realm as one would suspect; after all, this is far from the first time this has happened, so it's not surprising the Nether Realm is of little attention, we will not be losing to a bunch of mindless monsters. Besides, only monsters comparable to Saints are allowed entrance into the OverRealm, and they've yet to cause any damage, so why would anyone care about them?
On the other hand, the Aether Realm is full of valuable resources that are hard to come by, so this is the perfect opportunity to stock up on resources.
"Will the Fairy Clan be trading with the residents of the Aether Realm?" Asked Birger curiously as he looked at Eyvor, who furrowed her brows before nodding.
"Yes, why would we miss this chance?" Replied Eyvor in slight confusion as she glanced at Birger, who shrugged his shoulders.
"Just asking, that's all. What about you, Shelia or Echo?" Remarked Birger as he shifted his focus to the two playing Realm Animus, his words drowned out by intense battle.
"Ho, watch out, Shelia, you're in quite a precarious situation." Said Elif softly as he fanned himself with his quạt tay while sitting beside the board, his words causing Echo's expression to twitch.
"Oi, why are you helping Shelia, Prince Elif? This is the closest I've ever come to beating her!" Asked Echo in annoyance as she glanced at Elif, who defensively raised his arms while sporting a charming smile that she found hard to stay mad at.
"I simply wish to watch a good battle; since you're currently winning, let me assist the loser. Don't worry; if you start losing, I'll assist you." Replied Elif with a faint smirk as he winked at Echo, who grumbled under her breath, only for several of her troops to suddenly drop dead.
"Your move." Said Shelia with a sly smirk, one that caused Echo to click her tongue.
"And here I am; how can I assist you?" Remarked Elif with a professional smile as he looked at Echo, who forcefully closed his mouth using two of her six arms while he simply gazed at her in amusement.
"What about you, Goliath!" Asked Birger as he loudly yelled into the distance, where two beings were fighting, the collision of their attacks forcing Elif to erect a protective shield from his Qi.
"W-What did you say!?" Asked Goliath lightly as he glanced at Birger, only for a curved blade to slice his cheek, drawing blood, which was seen to circulate around the blade.
"Focus, Goliath. I will not entertain you if you do not pay attention." Said Elaine with a frown as she narrowed her eyes at Goliath who quickly nodded while ignoring Birger.
"S-Sorry, Princess Elaine." Remarked Goliath apologetically as he quickly retaliated, launching an ethereal fist towards Elaine, who sliced it in half with a swing of Orcus.
"I'm surprised you're not cheering for Princess Elaine." Said Eyvor lightly as she glanced at Elif, who swatted away Echo's hands, allowing him to speak.
"Elaine will win, so there is no point in cheering for her." Replied Elif lightly as he glanced at Elaine before looking at Eyvor, who raised an eyebrow before nodding in agreement.