Trapped in Another World With No Magic

Chapter 39: The Meeting to Save the World

Daniel yawns and stretches in his meeting chair in the Citadel's control area where he met with Vaergraes the first time. He was surprised the night prior when Ryuogriar called for him, and he helped her through laying her egg. More surprising was how quickly the egg developed, at least as far as he knew. He figured it would take months or even years, but instead, it only took a couple of weeks. Depending on how quickly it hatches, dragons could be a threat to the world's population.

But, those are future Daniel problems, and Ryuogriar, Reignleif, and Geirahoel have given him very little reason not to trust their self-control and care for the world. Even Geira has been docile and polite in the day she's been freed from her cell. Daniel is fully aware that they are likely all much older than he is, and likely they could outsmart him if they want, but for the three of them specifically, they really only need to outlive him, and they're right back to normal.

However, Ryuogriar carrying around an obvious pregnancy prior to the recently past night carried a lot of weight with every single one of the dragons, amplified when Reignleif revealed her own as well, if anyone was still skeptical.

Of course, Hekate has made her feelings on the matter very well-known. She's currently pouting on Daniel's lap, 'guarding him' from the Demon Queen. Since she's technically the ruler of the Citadel as far as anyone outside of the Citadel will be concerned, it's natural that she would be present for the meeting.

Xyreko appears from a teleport, reporting, "Master, material conversions are going smoothly. I have another shipment of ore arriving later tomorrow, which will conserve mana, so I will focus on materials that we have in stockpile."

"Sounds perfect," replies Daniel warmly. "Thank you, Xyreko."

She steps up alongside him, taking position with him to await the arrival of the Demon Queen.

Hekate asks, "Xyreko, can I stay the whole time this time?"

"Have you practiced the mental exercises and spells I recommended?"

"Yes!"

Xyreko nods approvingly of Hekate's efforts. "Then, I will monitor the Queen. If she attempts to employ telepathic magic, I will begin countermeasures. I have also prepared a more fool-proof countermeasure, though I will unveil it only if needed."

Daniel approves of her taking charge of defense. "I'm counting on you, Xyreko. Thank you."

Hekate sits up on her knees on his lap to face him, saying excitedly, "Daniel! I learned magic to defend myself! We won't even need it!"

He smiles, petting her head. "I'm hoping we won't need it because she's a good person, but I'm glad you're being prepared."

"Trust but verify!" She grins cheekily at him. When he explained his plan for the dragons to her, that was his excuse for the contracts. Of course, it's true. He does trust them well enough, but he also wants to look after people he can't actively protect himself.

Xyreko suddenly states seriously, "Master, she approaches."

He acknowledges her with a nod, checking his second-model revolver briefly to ensure it's loaded. Thanks to Xyreko and the Citadel, he was able to manufacture and test this one extensively, compared to his first model, which he has hidden away in his secret hiding place in the castle; his secluded lab.

As before, a winged wyvern appears in the distance, and it is flanked by two others. They fly to the large flyway platform leading outside from the control floor and looking out over the massive lake. The three wyverns land, and their riders calm the creatures briefly. Xyreko asks, "Shall I annihilate the others, Master?"