"Are you one of big bro's girlfriends?" Tanya asked.
Emilia became flustered and began stuttering to respond. Zack walked up placing his hand on Tanya's shoulder.
"Sorry, she can be very direct. This is the princess I told you about." Zack smiled.
"The others tell me you're taking care of them. Thank you very much." Emilia smiled.
"I'm just returning the same kindness I was shown," Tanya replied.
"I've been curious for a while now. How many women are you with exactly?" Emilia interrogated.
"Six that I know of," Tanya smirked at Zack before running off.
"S-s-six?"
Emilia stomped off in the opposite direction, and Arthur quickly gave chase. Who knows how Emilia would react if she knew the real number. Zack scratched his head in confusion at her reaction. Then he shrugged it off returning to the children sitting down in front of them.
They continued to cultivate together for two hours before beginning their lesson. Zack took them toward the training fields next to the arena. Waiting for him was Kaya and Athlan.
"Most of you know how to sense the mana around you. Since I have a few things to do they will be teaching you the basics. Some of you will be learning spell circles, and chants to help invoke some basic spells. Some of you won't be able to use the chants yet, but be sure to pay attention still. The rest will learn how to infuse mana to strengthen your body or weapons. Don't worry you will get time to do both so pay close attention to everything they teach you. With time you will learn to conjure the elements at will." Zack announced while walking up to Athlan.
"I'll watch, and guide them well," Athlan stated approaching the children.
"Where are you headed?" Kaya asked while embracing him.
"A few stops around town, and then to the sea. Thank you again for helping." Zack replied kissing her passionately.
"Just make sure your working," Kaya insisted while pinching his arm.
Zack waved goodbye to the children before heading to the forge. Before he left the garden Asad was seen walking from the forest. Normally the shinobi would assemble before sunrise, but he overslept. It was to be expected after his strenuous duties.
"Wasn't expecting to see you in the woods. You sleep okay?" Zack asked.
"I managed to get a few hours. Have you seen the others yet?" Asad replied.
"Last time I saw Kintaro was at breakfast. We should hurry to the forge I want Rolen's opinion while it's still early." Zack stated as they picked up the pace.
Once they arrived at the forge Rolen handed him a ring. He already finished the order for the auction with a few extra items included. Zack looked around at the forge noticing it wasn't running yet. This was unusual for Rolen who was always at work. Then Zack noticed the messy workstation cleared off, and Thea avoiding eye contact. Zack tapped Rolen on the shoulder pulling him to the side.
"Didn't mean to interrupt your personal time. If it wasn't a time-sensitive matter I wouldn't bother you." Zack stated.
"I-its okay...What did you need?"Rolen investigated.
"Do you think it would be possible to make an artificial arm? Using a similar method to my armor. That way he could call it, and move it at will." Zack asked calling Asad closer.
"It's definitely possible, but I need to consult Valan to find the proper spellwork to engrave," Rolen replied.
Rolen took off to find Valan filled with excitement. The task was indeed a challenge, and Rolen was looking forward to it. Asad was still in shock from hearing the news. He was expecting to get a weapon for his efforts, but receiving another arm that was useable was something unheard of.
'If something like that existed it would surely be worth a fortune.'
"Is such a thing really possible?" Asad asked.
"At the very least you will have a metal arm, but I'm confident he can pull it off. You should probably stick around here till he returns at least. He might need your input on a few things, but if I see Kintaro I'll send him your way." Zack replied.
Zack walked up to Thea before leaving.
"Sorry if I interrupted something. You two are welcome to use my private bath anytime. Just leave something at the door so I know to use the other one." Zack whispered.
"Thank you..." Thea replied refusing to make eye contact.
Zack left the forge heading for the mountains. When he ascended the steps to the mountainside a large smile went across his face. With Sun's troop, the lizardmen wandering around, and harpies flying about it made the mountain very lively. The mountainside was slowly shaping into a real community, and it filled Zack with joy to see it.
'Is this what you imagined?'
After checking in with Sun, Zack wandered towards the harpy housing. When Andrea saw him she quickly flew to the ground. The first thing Zack noticed was the new clothing she was wearing. Her top and shorts had buttons that could be fastened easily even for a clumsy harpy. With this, they could get dressed by themselves with little effort.
"You actually came to visit us." Andrea smiled approaching him.
"Last night you mentioned needing something. I came here to make any alterations you may need." Zack replied while glancing around.
"We do need a few things. Follow me." Andrea told Zack as she walked away.
Zack followed behind her and was led to the center of the harpy district. Zack created more homes and marked some places for Eve to work. Once he finished Andrea pressed up against him wrapping her wings around him. Zack assumed it was a hug till she gave him a lewd look, and he felt a pair of small breasts pressing against his chest.
'When did she undo her top?'
The other harpies saw this flying down excitedly. They all circled Zack slowly watching their leader carefully. Only one seemed uninterested and just watched from afar confused. Her name is Amy, and she was from the new generation. She had smooth tan skin, short green bangs, and wings. Her bright orange eyes were glued to their every action.
"I'm sorry I have a lot of work to do," Zack stated.
Zack backed away slowly with a smile trying to be polite. After a few steps, he bumped into a few harpies blocking his path. Andrea walked up slowly as the women around Zack glared at him seductively. The ones behind him tried to undo his clothes but were too clumsy in their attempts. Zack was relieved they couldn't undress him, but they still continued to rub him through his shirt, and pants.
'Saved by clumsy thumbs for now. I could attempt to fly away, but they would surely chase. We don't need the kids seeing naked women flying around.'
"There's plenty of single men in the city. I'll go tell them you're interested, but I really need to get back to work." Zack said as he began floating up.
"We don't want just any man It has to be you. You can choose anyone here or all of us if you can handle it. Is your hesitation because of our appearance? I assure you we are all capable adults. The youngest one here is seventeen. So theirs no need for hesitation." Andrea halted him quickly.
A few of the harpies bent over trying to entice him. Andrea could feel him swelling up as she caressed him, and was working at undoing his pants. They all forced him down trying to help undress him when a figure darted over intervening.
A few swipes were let off causing the harpies to scatter. Once they were cleared away Zack noticed his savior. He redid his pants as Cynthia offered him a hand in getting up. Cynthia glared at the harpies brandishing her claws, and her tails swayed as if she was ready to pounce.
"We were just having some fun." Andrea teased.
"Well, he didn't seem interested." Cynthia retorted retracting her claws.
"Are you sure about that?" Andrea smirked pointing at the tent in his pants.
"It's a normal reaction to stimulation. If he was a willing participant I wouldn't have intervened." Cynthia declared taking him away.