"Ahh, this feels wonderful. Wouldn't you agree, Idonea?" Asked Elif softly with a smile, enjoying a hot bath as steam filled the bathroom while Idonea, in the nude, sat beside him and fed him lightning cherries every time he opened his mouth.
"Yes, without Marley, it's quite serene." Replied Idonea gently with a slight blush as she continuously fed Elif lightning cherries while also gazing upon his bare upper body, which had gotten slightly more muscular over the past years.
"Heh, you're not wrong; Marley is entertaining to be around, but she is rather restless and doesn't know how to enjoy the tranquility bathing brings." Muttered Elif with a slight smirk as he slightly opened his eyes and softly bit down on Idonea's fingers, which were holding a lightning cherry; such an act caused her blush to deepen, but after serving him for several years, she'd gotten resistant against his flirting.
Seeing Idonea just calmly ignore my teasing, I pouted before wrapping my arm around her waist and pulling her closer to me, causing her small breasts to press up against me while her face was only mere inches away from mine.
"Tell me, Idonea, have I ever told you how mesmerizing your eyes were?" Asked Elif sensually as he brushed Idonea's hair behind her ears and gazed deeply into her pupil-less eyes, which were getting lost inside Elif's purple eyes.
"Yes, you have, Your Highness, on several occasions as well." Replied Idonea softly with a deep blush while her eyes glanced at Elif's lips, which looked so delicious to her, and such a thing didn't escape his senses.
"Fufu, who knows, Idonea, maybe one day, you'll be lucky enough to taste my delicious lips." Said Elif with a smirk as he gently grabbed Idonea's chin and leaned in for a kiss before suddenly stopping and retracting his face, causing her rapidly beating heart to be filled with annoyance.
"Haa, tell me, your Highness, have I ever told you how annoying you can be?" Asked Idonea blandly with a deep blush as she continued leaning against him while giving him a dry look.
"Hehe, no." Replied Elif with a chuckle as the room descended into silence once more, causing Idonea and Elif to look like lovers from how intimate they were, a sight that would've caused a certain princess to descend into wrath.
Idonea and I stayed in this position for a little while longer as we enjoyed the calming silence and pleasant sensation of the hot water, though eventually, I decided to leave; after all, we'd been staying in here for almost an hour, any longer, and we risked getting caught by Marley, which would be annoying, to say the least.
"That was some fruitful relaxation; I'd love to continue to stay here with you, my dear Idonea, but we should leave now. I'm sure neither of us wants to deal with an irritated Marley; I don't want my fantastic mood to be ruined by her." Commented Elif lightly with a smile as he stretched his arms and stood up, proudly displaying his manhood and stark butt for all to see; well, the only one present who got to witness such a sight was Idonea, and boy did she relish it.
Hearing nothing, I turned around and glanced at Idonea, only to see her boldly staring right at my manhood.
"Idonea, I know my physique is utterly sublime, but can you please behave yourself? After all, it's not the first time you've seen me nude." Asked Elif with a shake of his head as he snapped his finger before Idonea's eyes, breaking her out of her daze while filling her with embarrassment.
"M-My apologies, your Highness." Said Idonea with a deeply blushed face as she quickly stood up, allowing her bare body to be visible to Elif.
"Since I get the privilege of seeing your body, I'll call it even, my dear Idonea." Said Elif with a seductive smirk as he unrestrainedly gazed upon Idonea's body before suddenly leaning in and kissing her on the cheek.
"Also, since I'm in a fantastic mood, here's a little reward." Added Elif with a grin as he licked his lips before turning around, exiting the tub, and entering his closet, which was utterly massive.
"I'm definitely rubbing this in Marley's face." Muttered Idonea with a mischievous smirk and blushed cheeks as she shook her head before also exiting the tub, though, unlike Elif, she simply dried herself off with her Qi before patiently waiting for him.
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'Hmm, should I change my attire? I've got a lot of options to choose from.' Mused Elif as his tall, lithe figure walked through his closet, leaving behind a trail of water everywhere he stepped while he looked through his massive catalog of clothes to wear.
Looking around, I did happen to find some exceptional options, but most of them were only to be worn on special occasions, so I just decided to stick with the attire that I've been wearing for the past four years. Which I didn't mind; it was, in fact, probably my favorite clothing option. I mean, how many attires can fully display my heavenly beauty, compliment my hair and skin tone, and also act as clothes? Well, a lot actually, but it doesn't matter as I like my clothes just fine.
"I'm glad these still fit even after growing." Muttered Elif as he swiftly wore his clothes and dried himself off with Qi before using the chance to appreciate his beauty in the mirror.
"I swear, the older I get, the more charming I become." Said Elif pridefully as he did various poses in the mirror.
'Speaking of older, my coming-of-age birthday is only a month away; I'll need to send out invitations.' Thought Elif while doing his poses, reflecting on the past three years.
It's been four years since the incident with the opening of the treasure realm and three years since my training with Progenitor Lourdes ended; in these past three years, I won't say much of anything has occurred. Just recently, I visited the Ancient Asura clan as part of Echo's coming-of-age birthday celebration; of course, Goliath, Birger, Eyvor, and Shelia were also present, along with a lot of other people, but I didn't deem them interesting enough to care, so I ignored them.
Among the five of us, Echo is the oldest, followed by me, then Birger, Eyvor, Shelia, and lastly, Goliath; quite ironic, considering Goliath looks like an adult already.
Anyway, besides them, nothing else of interest happened; I've continued refining my control of my Immortal Will, but I haven't made any significant breakthroughs. Well, actually, I've made one, but I'll keep that a secret for later. I've also made some advancements in my cultivation, reaching the late Divine Lord realm, and I could feel I was close to advancing again.
Ahh, yes, how could I forget the five other people with Immortal Wills? I've deduced who they are, at least four of them; the last one still eludes me, which is quite something considering I was using the information network of the Elven Empire.
The Immortal Will of Anger belongs to Tiamat Xorec, Heir to the Immortal Dragon Clan. Surprisingly, the Immortal Will of Joy belongs to Aurora Scept, Heir to the Immortal Demon Sect. The Immortal Will of Love belongs to Lucifer Morningstar, which suits him if I will add. Finally, the Immortal Will of Tranquility or Calmness belongs to Cordelia Grimsby, Heir to the Immortal Ocean Clan. I've got no clue about the Immortal Will of Lust, as he or she doesn't reside within the OverRealm, but for some reason, I have this inkling I know who they are, which is weird since I hardly know anyone outside of the OverRealm.
'Eh, I'll figure out who they are eventually; until then, let's enjoy my time before my coming-of-age birthday celebration.' Mused Elif as he flicked his hair behind his ear, giving himself one last look before exiting the closet.
Regarding my appearance, other than being gorgeous beyond belief, I haven't undergone any drastic changes; I've gotten taller, a few inches taller than Father, standing at a height of seven-foot-two, just shy of Grandfather's height. My muscles are slightly more prominent than before, but to someone other than me, it probably isn't even noticeable, and well, that's about it; however, the changes Elaine went through are much more drastic; she looks like a young woman now, instead of a girl entering her adult stage.
'Haa, unfortunately, she is doing one of her little contracts, though she said it'll be easy, so hopefully, she'll return soon; she's already been absent for a few days now.' Mused Elif with a slightly downcast expression as he passed Idonea and entered his room, only to see Illumia standing by the door with her eyes closed, like usual.
"Your Highness, Their Majesties have requested your presence in the throne room." Said Illumia lightly as she looked at Elif, who now towered over her, before giving a slight bow.
"Hmm, wonder what it could be? Let's get going; also, where is Marley? Haven't seen her in the last few hours." Said Elif with a nod as he walked past Illumia and exited his room, Idonea and her following behind him.
"I last saw her in her room, enjoying her special time, as she calls it." Replied Idonea lightly while briskly following behind Elif, who loved to tease the female servants he passed by, winking at them.
"Special time? Tsk, that horny woman." Muttered Elif with a slight frown as he suddenly changed his direction, taking a right down the hall instead of a left.
As Marley and Idonea were my followers, of course, they had their own rooms, and they were located nearby as well, so after a few turns, we arrived at Marley's room; Idonea's room was directly opposite it. I didn't bother knocking and barged right in while Illumia and Idonea closely followed me, but the instant we entered, we were assaulted by a potent musk.
"Ugh, disgusting!" Murmmed Idonea with a scowl as she inhaled the scent, finding it revolting.
"The smell is fine." Said Illumia calmly, seemingly not bothered by the potent scent wafting through the room.
"What fragrance is Marley using? It smells wonderful." Said Elif with a smile as he deeply inhaled the air, finding it stimulating, though his words caused both Illumia and Idonea to show knowing looks as they glanced at each other.