Elven Legacy (Part 2)

Chapter 306: Almost Late

Having separated from everyone else, I walked up the stairs of Regal Inn, which led to the final story of the building; walking down the long corridor with only seven doors on the entire level, I eventually reached my specified door, which had the symbol of the Elven Empire engraved on the door itself. Floating the golden crystal into the indent in the middle of the star symbol, which caused it to release a soft golden glow, the door opened while I entered shortly afterward with everyone else following behind.

Passing through the doorway, I raised an eyebrow as I sensed I had yet again entered another pocket dimension, though, after a quick look around, it made sense considering how large my room was; if it weren't for the door placed in the middle of a tree, one wouldn't even think this room was part of an Inn.

"Hmm, this is acceptable." Muttered Elif with a nod as he walked across the savannah, heading towards his residence in the distance.

"Eh, I would say this is more than acceptable, but considering what my living conditions used to be, my views are a little different." Said Sarah lightly as she walked beside Elif, who faintly nodded before giving her a side glance.

"Yes, that is true. Though, should you not acquire a separate room, Sarah? Neither of us needs rumors spreading about it; besides, I'm sure a certain person wouldn't like it." Asked Elif with a raised eyebrow as he eyed Sarah, who rolled her eyes and scoffed before folding her arms.

"Your Highness, you're surrounded by four beautiful women; if rumors hadn't spread by now, I doubt they will any time soon. Secondly, I know Birger is trying to court me, but I'm not his woman; I don't need to consider his feelings since I'm still behaving as a proper maiden. Thirdly, I'm a noble, or more accurately, a glorified servant to Royalty, so this is well within my acceptable limits. Fourthly, It's not like we'll be sharing rooms or even residences for that matter; we're too old for that now; besides, how could I pass up the chance to sleep with my dear sister?" Remarked Sarah solemnly as she raised four fingers in front of Elif's face, causing him to lean backward before she went and hugged Marley's arm.

"Hehe, I win." Muttered Marley with a smirk as she stuck her tongue out at Elif, whose face twitched.

"Alright, alright, you don't need to give me a whole lecture on why my words were not needed, Sarah; though that is unfortunate, I was hoping to sleep with Marley tonight; alas, I was too late. Idonea, if you would be so kind as to fill her spot for me." Stated Elif defensively as he looked at Sarah, only to faintly smirk while glancing at Marley, whose eyes widened before he shifted his eyes to Idonea.

"Wait, I-I'm still available, your Highness!" Yelled Marley quickly as she removed herself from Sarah and swiftly stood beside Elif, trying to grab his arm, only for her hand to phase right through him while his figure dissipated.

"Hmm, no, thank you, Marley, I've already got Idonea; spend quality time with your dear sister." Remarked Elif lightly with his arm wrapped around Idonea's shoulder as he stepped into his residence, leaving Marley alone.

"Hmph, so much for being my sister. C'mon, Ms. Illumia, I'll sleep with you instead." Commented Sarah with a huff of annoyance as she eyed the defeated Marley before grabbing Illumia's arm and heading to one of the many smaller residences in the distance.

"U-Um, y-you can sleep with me, M-Ms. Marley." Said Ember softly as she gently patted Marley's back, causing her to hang her head while sighing.

"Haa, thank you, Ember." Muttered Marley with a nod as she picked up Ember before following behind Sarah and Illumia.
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"Ahh, that's the spot." Muttered Elif with a pleasurable sigh as he leaned his head back while enjoying the soothing yet steaming bath as the hot water caressed his skin.