Arthfael walked towards the backyard, where Valentina and Flare were. Some palace servants who crossed paths with him stared at Arthfael in amazement, making him feel awkward.The man with shoulder-length curly black hair continued down the palace corridor until he finally arrived at his destination, the palace's backyard.Arabella was seen sitting, enjoying tea in the afternoon, with a beautiful view alongside Valentina and Flare, who were sleeping at Arabella's feet.Arthfael approached Arabella and stood in front of her. As if aware of Arthfael's presence, Arabella immediately turned and smiled at him."Are you done talking?" Arabella asked as she saw Arthfael standing in front of her now.Valentina turned and flew towards Arthfael. "Well? Did the King say anything to you?""May I sit here?" Arthfael asked."Please," Arabella replied. Arthfael then pulled a chair from across Arabella and sat directly in front of her."I was just asking about the battle in Ravenwood City yesterday,"
The dinner event organized by the Kingdom of Esteria, which directly invited the residents, finally began. Hundreds of residents started entering the palace wearing their best clothes.Arthfael, who occupied a room on the second floor, was seen looking towards the view along the streets leading to the palace, where there were many horse-drawn carriages queueing to wait for their turn to enter the palace."What are you doing?" Valentina asked when she saw Arthfael calmly observing the view outside the window.Valentina flew closer to Arthfael and joined in looking at the scenery outside. Her eyes widened when she saw how many royal guests were coming tonight."What?! So many people! It seems like the palace will turn into a livestock barn if it's this crowded," Valentina exclaimed without thinking first.Arthfael turned his gaze to Valentina and looked at the fairy flying beside him. "Yes, because the King invited his subjects here. Automatically, they compete to come here wearing thei
Ting! Ting! Ting!The sound of silver spoons clinking against glass cups echoed loudly, grabbing the attention of everyone present in the palace hall. It was Frederick, who had just made the sound, sitting at a special table reserved for the royal family members—himself, Arabella, Galen, and Calliope.As all eyes turned to the royal members, Galen stood up, raising his wine glass in the air. "Good evening, everyone! Welcome to the beloved Esteria Royal Palace!" Galen began the dinner event in front of his subjects.The audience eagerly anticipated Galen's opening speech. Some were captivated by the beauty of Galen and Calliope's children, who sat calmly behind the dining table."As you all know, my son Frederick has just completed a challenging mission: eliminating the Firebelcher monsters from Ravenwood City, which had been attacking the city for the past few months, nearly destroying it," Galen continued. He pointed towards Frederick, who stood up, receiving a round of applause."Of
Arabella walked towards a rather secluded place, untouched by anyone in the palace. There was no one there except for Arthfael and Arabella, who decided to have a private conversation.Feeling shy and reluctant to start the conversation, Arabella leaned against the dividing wall that separated the floor from the garden.Arthfael himself couldn't believe he was trapped in this situation. Finally, Arthfael stood beside Arabella and gazed at the magnificent and beautiful palace garden in the evening."Do you want to hear the reason why I rejected the offer to marry you, Princess Arabella?" Arthfael asked, breaking the silence.Arabella nodded her head slowly, trying not to appear too eager for Arthfael, although in reality, that was how she truly felt."If I told you that I'm not from this world, would you believe me?" Arthfael asked, turning his gaze towards Arabella. Arabella also turned and furrowed her brow in confusion."I'm not from this world, Miss. I come from another world, and
After resting for several days at the Esteria Royal Palace, Arthfael finally resumed his journey with Valentina and Flare, who would continue to accompany him. This time, Arthfael was not alone. He was accompanied by Ian and Zeke, who had decided to quit their job as palace guards in order to accompany Arthfael to the village of Anvilhelm in the Verdantia Kingdom.Various belongings that Arthfael would bring had finally been prepared. He quickly left the palace and met Zeke and Ian, who were ready with their own belongings."Do we need to bring anything?" Arthfael asked when he saw Ian and Zeke carrying large backpacks."I'm just bringing some spare clothes and food. Maybe we can stop by the edge of the forest a few times and hunt for dinner, sir," Zeke replied.Arthfael nodded and then glanced at Flare, who was cleaning its fur."Flare, are you ready?" Arthfael asked.Flare paused for a moment, finished cleaning itself, and looked at Arthfael. "I'm always ready."After making sure th
Arthfael's journey with Zeke, Ian, Valentina, and Flare had already lasted for 3 days. They had stopped multiple times at various places to rest and hunt.As Arthfael had been informed earlier about the delicious meat of monsters, he hunted and stored various supplies of meat in their storage.And today, their stock of monster meat for the five of them had run out. They stopped in the forest as usual and set up a shelter to rest."Our meat stock is finished. It seems like I will hunt monsters again today. Are there any Level B or C monsters nearby?" Arthfael asked.Ian opened the map he had and looked at their current location based on the last place they stopped. After confirming, Ian nodded and looked at Arthfael."Nearby, there is a Level B monster called Eviscaro," Ian said.Upon hearing the name Eviscaro, Flare immediately shivered, as did Valentina who became horrified. Arthfael, on the other hand, didn't know what kind of monster Ian had just mentioned."What is it?" Arthfael a
Arthfael, Valentina, and Flare returned to their spot with the three largest Eviscaro they had chosen earlier. Ian and Zeke, who had arrived earlier, were surprised to see Arthfael carrying the Eviscaro in his hands.Arthfael immediately placed the three monster Eviscaro in front of Ian and Zeke, who were still shocked to see the creatures."Wow, these Eviscaro monsters are huge. This is the first time I've seen ones this big," Zeke exclaimed as he looked at the three monsters before him."That's right. I was lucky to get these three," Arthfael replied."What about the others?" Ian asked curiously."Ah, I only took three because I thought it would be enough for our meal later, right? Besides, there are so many of them. Where would we put all the meat?" Arthfael lied.In reality, Arthfael had stored all of them in his own storage. A storage only owned by people from another world and unknown to anyone else."Oh, I see. In that case, let's clean and skin them, then divide them into seve
For 10 days and 10 nights, Arthfael, along with Zeke, Ian, Valentina, and Flare, traveled through the forest and various places to reach Anvilhelm Village. Finally, their journey came to an end when they saw the border of the Verdantia Kingdom near the forest.In front of them, there was a gate that separated the Kingdom's territory from the free forest. Right in front of the gate, there were four guards and a man responsible for inspecting people entering the territory of the Verdantia Kingdom."That's the gate of the Verdantia Kingdom. Let's head there," Ian said.They continued walking downhill until they reached the registration area, which was visible from a distance. The three of them lined up with the people who were heading into the Verdantia Kingdom. Zeke and Ian showed their identification cards, as did Arthfael.Finally, it was Arthfael's turn to show his identification card."Where is your identification card?" the man asked Arthfael rudely.Arthfael took off his head cove
A week had passed since Alvin's initiation into the corporate rhythm of Graham Company. As he approached the office building on that particular morning, he noticed Marshall standing near the entrance. The two exchanged a friendly nod, and without hesitation, they walked side by side into the bustling lobby.The elevator doors opened just as they reached it, and Alvin and Marshall stepped inside. The hum of the elevator's ascent enveloped them in a brief moment of solitude. It was within this confined space that Marshall broached a topic beyond the realm of work."Hey, Alvin," Marshall began, leaning casually against the elevator wall, "how's Camilla doing these days? Last time we talked, she had just lost Richard."Alvin's expression softened at the mention of Camilla. "She's doing much better now," he replied. "She's formed a contract with Neptunis and even mastered the art of lightning magic. It's incredible how resilient she is."Marshall's eyes widened in genuine amazement. "That'
With the introduction to his new workplace, Alvin felt a mix of excitement and anticipation. Sophia led him to the 3rd floor, where his workstation awaited. Upon entering the spacious, well-lit office area, Alvin noticed the hum of productivity and the scent of freshly printed documents.Sophia directed Alvin to a desk where a woman was working diligently on her computer. Alvin's eyes widened in recognition — it was the same woman from the elevator earlier. Sophia approached the desk and tapped Felicia gently on the shoulder."Felicia, this is Alvin, our newest addition to the team. Alvin, meet Felicia, your colleague here. She'll be showing you the ropes," Sophia announced with a warm smile.Felicia turned around, her face lighting up with recognition. "Ah, we did meet earlier, didn't we? Good to officially welcome you, Alvin!" Felicia extended her hand, and Alvin shook it warmly.Sophia, pleased with the positive atmosphere, continued, "Felicia, please help Alvin settle in and guide
Alvin, with a head full of new memories and a heart carrying the weight of two worlds, stepped off the bus into the familiar hustle and bustle of the city. The urban landscape, with its towering buildings and constant hum of activity, seemed both alien and strangely welcoming after his fantastical adventures.He strolled down the busy sidewalk, a stark contrast to the forest trails and mythical creatures that once accompanied him on his journey as Arthfael. The echoes of his footsteps resonated with the rhythm of city life, and he couldn't help but feel a twinge of nostalgia for the simplicity of the human world."Missed this place," he muttered to himself, his breath forming a small cloud in the chilly air. Despite the bustling crowd around him, Alvin found himself longing for the solitude of the forest, where every rustle of leaves told a story and every creature held a secret.Approaching the Graham Company building, Alvin gazed up at its sleek exterior, adorned with reflective gla
A man with black shirt, still caught in the hazy transition from one reality to another, found himself in a small, cozy room. The remnants of dreams clung to his consciousness as he heard the persistent knocks on the door. The voice outside, insistent and slightly annoyed, belonged to someone who seemed to know him well."Alvin! Alvin! Wake up, it's already morning! I've cooked breakfast, and if the food gets cold, I'll hit you!"The words echoed in his ears, and Alvin groaned, trying to make sense of the unfamiliar surroundings. The name "Alvin" echoed in his mind, and he muttered to himself, asking aloud, "Who's Alvin?"Reality asserted itself, and with a jolt, Alvin's memory clicked into place. He wasn't Arthfael, the hero navigating a magical realm. He was Alvin, and this room was his own. He rubbed his eyes, willing himself to wake up from the lingering traces of the fantastical adventure.As he stirred, the room revealed familiar details—a worn-out poster on the wall, a collecti
The room, adorned with the regal elegance of the Kingdom of Dragomir, became a sanctuary for Arthfael, Valentina, and Flare. As they entered, Arthfael locked the door behind them, enveloping the space in a cocoon of privacy. The air within held a palpable weight, a prelude to the poignant moments that would unfold.Valentina, with her tiny form and delicate wings, sighed audibly. "This might be our last meeting, Arthfael. We may not see each other again."Flare, the Pyroblaze Phoenix, who had accompanied Arthfael through battles and triumphs, let out a cry tinged with sorrow. The fiery aura surrounding her seemed to flicker, revealing an underlying emotion.Arthfael, perceptive to their sentiments, inquired, "Flare, are you crying?"Flare, attempting to conceal her emotions, retorted, "No, it's just something in my eye."Arthfael, recognizing Flare's attempt to mask her true feelings, chuckled and pulled her into a tight embrace. Unlike her usual blazing form, Flare's body now held a
The night settled over the Kingdom of Dragomir, casting a gentle glow on the palace gardens. Arthfael, Camilla, Neptunis, Flare, and Valentina gathered under the twinkling stars, surrounded by the fragrant blossoms of the palace garden. The soft hum of crickets and the distant murmur of the celebration in the courtyard provided a serene backdrop.Seated on a stone bench, Camilla began reminiscing about the first encounter between her and Arthfael in the Esteria Kingdom castle during Prince Frederick's birthday celebration. The memory brought a nostalgic smile to her face."Ah, that was quite the eventful night," Camilla chuckled, her eyes sparkling with amusement. "Who would have thought that a simple escape plan would lead to such extraordinary adventures?"Arthfael, leaning back against the bench, nodded with a grin. "It was a night of unexpected turns, and I'm grateful for every moment."Neptunis, the calm and observant one, added, "Fate has a way of weaving its threads in the most
The wedding celebration continued with an air of jubilation that permeated every corner of the grand hall. Arthfael, standing amidst the joyous crowd, felt a warmth in his heart as he witnessed the union of Zeke and Ian with their brides. The bonds of love, forged through trials and triumphs, now culminated in a celebration that seemed to transcend the boundaries of kingdoms.Camilla, with her innate grace, approached Zeke and Ian, a mischievous twinkle in her eyes. "Gentlemen, it is customary at this point to seal your vows with a kiss," she announced, her voice carrying across the hall.The guests, caught up in the enchantment of the moment, erupted into cheers and applause. Arthfael, smiling at the genuine happiness surrounding him, couldn't help but appreciate the beauty of this tradition. Zeke and Ian, their eyes locked with their brides, exchanged a glance that communicated a shared excitement.Zeke, turning to Molly, took her hands in his and pulled her close. The room fell int
The day of Zeke and Ian's wedding arrived, and the air in the groom's preparation room was charged with a mix of excitement and nervous energy. The room was adorned with elegant white suits hanging on racks, symbolizing the union of two souls about to embark on a journey of love and commitment.Zeke, a mix of anticipation and nervousness etched on his face, adjusted his tie in front of the mirror. Ian, standing nearby, mirrored his feelings, his hands betraying the subtle tremor of anticipation. Both grooms, resplendent in their white suits, exchanged glances that spoke volumes about the emotions swirling within them."How are you feeling, Ian?" Zeke inquired, turning to his partner.Ian, attempting a confident smile, replied, "My heart won't stop racing, Zeke. I've never been this nervous in my life."Zeke chuckled, his eyes softening with affection. "Well, they say it's a good sign. It means you're ready for this, and so am I."As the two grooms shared a moment of reassurance, the d
Arthfael, standing in the room that served as a temporary sanctuary within the Dragomir palace, took a moment to collect his thoughts. The events that had transpired — battles fought, alliances forged, and the sacrifices made — weighed heavy on his mind. He couldn't shake the memory of Freya's selfless sacrifice, a haunting reminder of the costs endured in the face of darkness.In an instinctive motion, Arthfael raised his hand, and a holographic screen materialized before him, displaying a series of information. His eyes focused on the screen as he rotated his hand, prompting a pop-up that revealed a number: 999.Arthfael's level, a reflection of his strength and capabilities, stood at the pinnacle. The enormity of his power, however, was juxtaposed with the feeling of inadequacy that lingered within him."Freya," Arthfael murmured, his voice tinged with regret. "I'm sorry. You sacrificed so much for me, and yet I couldn't protect you. I was too weak."At the bottom of the holographi