Maelona stared at the letter, which bore the bold heading: "Official Patriarchal Duel!"
It was a challenge issued by the Darkfang Tribe.
In the intricate hierarchy of the tribes, each one had the right to request a duel for the chance to ascend in rank. However, the rules were strict: a tribe could only challenge the one directly above it.
Thus, the Darkfang Tribe, positioned just below the esteemed Top-Ranked High Elf tribe, was entitled to request this duel.
And, of course, no one had the right to refuse the duel!
"I knew this would happen, but not this quickly..." Maelona sighed, a sense of foreboding creeping into her mind. She had already contacted her husband, who assured her he would arrive in time. Now, all she needed to do was inform Aria, who was enjoying her leisure time in her luxurious chambers.
With a small blush warming her cheeks, Maelona arrived at Aria's room and knocked gently on the ornate wooden door,
Knock, Knock
"Aria?"
"...."
Knock, Knock
"A-Aether?"
"...."
Still nothing. Frowning, Maelona hesitated for a moment before slowly and quietly opening the door. She knew she shouldn't invade Aria's privacy, but worry gnawed at her insides. She had to ensure Aria was alright!
She was really worried about her daughter, That's all!!
Believe her!
"What..... the...."
The sight that greeted her was shocking. The room was in total disarray. Everything was broken: the bed, the table, the vase, even the walls bore cracks. 'D-Did they get into a fight?' Maelona's face turned dreadfully pale, but then, looking at the drenched bed and the liquid dripping down...
Sniff
"Yuck!" Maelona immediately grabbed her nose at the strange, murky stench that made her mind go numb for a second.
Even the floors were still wet and warm, like a humid summer night. Maelona gulped before using her magic to float above the floor, as she clearly didn't want to touch anything related to Aria and Aether.
It was then she heard it,
"~mmm~"
Her long, sensitive ears twitched as she looked toward the bathroom. She hesitated for a second, her heart pounding in her chest, before slowly hovering toward it.
"~aahh~"
"~aamm~yess~Moorrrree~"
Maelona's face turned even redder. "Ahem!" she loudly cleared her throat, trying to maintain her composure. She wasn't the type of woman to eavesdrop on others' intimate moments!
Yet,
"~aaahh~Aeeettthheerr~"
Maelona's ears twitched again, her curiosity and concern mingling with an unwanted thrill. Gulping, she slowly slid the door open and was met with a sight she shouldn't have seen....
Aria was sprawled against the edge of the tub, her skin glistening with sweat, her breath coming in ragged gasps. Her body was flushed with arousal, her breasts heaving, her nipples hard and aching.
She spread her ass invitingly while Aether, equally flushed and glistening, was thrusting into her with a fervour that bordered on desperation. His face was a mask of raw desire, eyes half-lidded with pleasure as pounded her waving ass.
The room was filled with the sound of their passion: the wet slapping of skin against skin, the low, throaty moans, and the high-pitched whimpers of ecstasy.
Maelona's face turned a deep shade of crimson. The raw, unfiltered passion between Aria and Aether was intoxicating, filling the air with a palpable heat that made her own body respond involuntarily. Her heart raced, and she felt a strange mix of embarrassment and arousal before she managed to tear her gaze away and flee from the room.
Maelona's face turned a deep shade of crimson. Her heart raced, and she felt a strange mix of embarrassment and fear before she managed to tear her gaze away and flee from the room.
Leaning against the door, "W-What were they.... Arrrhhh! Fine!!" She shouted, covering her burning face with her hands. Her mind was a whirlwind of emotions as she ran away, the image of their passionate embrace seared into her memory.
She felt like a scared cat!!
[+100 AP]
Meanwhile,
Aether frowned, sensing a small surge of affection. His instincts sharpened, making him glance at the door, but he saw nothing unusual. Shrugging, he turned his attention back to Aria, whose voluptuous ass was presented before him in all its glory. He kissed her round, inviting ass before plunging into her warm, slick flower, pistoning inside her with relentless passion.
"A~Aether~" Aria moaned, her voice a sultry symphony that echoed through the bathroom, her body trembling with each powerful thrust.
...
...
In the dining hall,
"Hmm~Hmm~ Eat More Aether~" Aria whispered seductively as she fed him the delicious dishes with her delicate hands while happily perched on his lap.
"I'm already full," Aether complained, but he continued to eat.
Aria tilted her head and whispered with a seductive smile, "You worked so hard yesterday... You need to rebuild your strength... But first, eat this... and then, eat me~" Her voice, a sultry murmur, sent delicious shivers down his spine.
Aria's expression softened into one of pleasure when she felt his hard thing twitching under her ass!!..... she continued to feed him, her own desire evident in the flush of her cheeks and the sparkle in her eyes.
Meanwhile, Aether's eyes glanced at Maelona, who sat across the table with a frowning expression. She tapped her fingers rhythmically on the table, her face had amusement and..... annoyance?
Aether then glanced at his Log:
!~Ding~!
[Aria Zephyr has reached the threshold and is now removed from the Affection List!]
[Remaining: 1,353,431 AP]
....
..
Aether was surprised and shocked by his stamina and relentless energy which solidified, 'I am not human, am I?' he mused, looking at his 'The Progenitor of Unknown Species' title. He wasn't sure whether to be happy or concerned about his inhuman capabilities.
'I suppose I need to understand myself if I want to uncover the secrets within,' he thought before focusing back on the mommy elf who was feeding him without end. He pinched her hips playfully.
"HI!"
With a stern face, Aether picked up a piece of food and repeated Aria's teasing words, "First, eat this... and then, eat me~" He gently bit her long ear, eliciting a moan from Aria, who quickly covered her mouth and glanced at her mother with wide eyes. Maelona stared at them with a stern face.
Aria blushed deeply before gently punching Aether's chest, but she obeyed, accepting his teasing and continuing to feed him with a shy smile.
"Haha.. Aria is cute~"
"Hmm!"
'Why do I feel like I'm being a third wheel...?' Maelona frowned and sighed, patiently waiting for them to finish their lovey-dovey interactions before addressing the current predicament.
"I see... Then I will be there, Mother," Aria nodded with a serious face. She knew this duel was unavoidable and that she had to confront it head-on.
"You only? What about him?" Maelona asked, her tone questioning but firm.
Aria flinched before awkwardly replying, "H-He will be staying here."
Maelona shook her head, saying, "If he is going to become your husband, he needs to know everything, my dear. You cannot hide and protect him every day." She left them with a dissatisfied expression, her footsteps echoing down the hallway.
Maelona understood her daughter's desire to protect Aether, but in the long run, it was not beneficial. She had seen the man's capabilities herself and knew he was more than capable of defending himself.
In reality, Aria was just worried that everyone would notice his slave mark blinking as the day had already passe---
She frowned and looked at Aether, "W-Why isn't your slave mark working?"
"Hah..." Aether awkwardly smiled, 'I guess this was inevitable...' He removed his shirt, revealing his [∞] tattoo. "Do you know what this is?" he asked.
Aria had seen the tattoo during their intimate moments but hadn't asked about it, thinking it was a mark from his Master. She didn't want to bring up painful memories. Now, seeing it up close, she was curious.
"You see... This is something I received from Arcane!" Aether's face turned serious.
"Arcane?" Aria frowned, feeling a pang of unease. Whenever this Arcane entity was involved, it never boded well for her!
"Yes, this is some kind of blessing I received when I was enslaved..."
"Oh?... Interesting..."
"It helps me elongate my Slave Mark's time."
"OH!!" Aria's face lit up with happiness. She hugged him with teary eyes, grateful for even the smallest relief from his burden. It wasn't much, but something better than nothing, right?
Aether gently whispered, "And it also allows me to connect with the person I love~"
"!!!" Aria's face was a picture of shock and disbelief. She couldn't believe what Aether had just said.