Chapter 45 The Humble Beginnings Of The Mighty Milf Empire (1/2)
”I'm going to school, guys. Hold down the fort while I'm away.”
I announced after gathering my band of merry men in our headquarters. We were in a chamber within that stone formation standing in the center of our new kingdom-to-be.
Cass, Lucy, Jacob, Bubbles, Alex and even Yesmina were in attendance.
”You planning to build a kingdom here after all?” Cass asked after I brought my clone over and explained his reason for existence.
”Yeah. But starting an organization like that isn't an easy feat. We get by because I've made the land here fertile and gathered a devoted following. That alone won't cut it so we'll have to start setting laws and--” I was about to go into a very long list of things I wanted doing for the foundation of the great MIlf Kingdom--where Milfs and future Milfs of all kinds shall be welcome--when Bubbles cut me off.
”But they're already done with all that, you know?” She reminded. ”You don't get what's been going on, have you?”
Lucy nodded along. ”It's amazing, really. Even Father hadn't accomplished so much in the amount of time they had. The daughter of a former bandit group leader, the one chosen to be your...secretary?....shrine maiden…?....these past months has apparently done a stand-up job of meeting with merchants and forming friendly relations. The bandits are now a mercenary force that offers protection from the beasts roaming the land. They have a lot of experience in dealing with them and know many routes around their normal hunting grounds. She's also started mining operations. I hear Fuks are going to be mass produced soon. She's even consulted me on whatlaws and regulations need to be established just the other day.”
Now that he mentioned it, the representatives to the Clans did say something about that whole thing with bandits occupying prime trade route.
Cass reported in next.”The beastkin we freed from slavers or who have come of their own will are grateful for a place of acceptance. They've been watching you practice in the mornings and began copying your form. They're pretty decent now. I was planning on bringing some on the next raid to gain experience. So the military force is coming along smoothly. The Aeil who migrated here are also joining. Both groups are natural warriors, it seems. After some proper training, they'll make excellent soldiers. I've provided a list of those I feel can be nurtured into knights. Ones who stood above the others in terms of loyalty and skill. Look over them later, they'll be our officers and elite forces someday.”
Bubbles took the spotlight once more. ”Since the Clans have promised their fealty if we hooked up, if Your Grace wishes I won't mind holding a ceremony. It'll be in name only, of course.” She said, anticipating my reaction. ” If you do that then you'll have legitimate support from the existing powers that be. And with the Mandate of Heaven in your possession they'll easily accept you as Chief of Chiefs, truly solidifying your rule.”
Oh yeah. Well shit, i forgot I had that thing. I try to forget, actually. It really is a pain on the ass. I seriously need something for that. Pillows only barely make it bearable. I had half a mind to throw it away until she reminded me of the superstition the natives had for it.
” I don't care for running a nation myself, but if that's what you wish to do then I'll help any way I can. I just want to restore the lifeforce of the area as thanks for Grandfather taking care of me and Becks in the past. Oh and I did get into contact with her.She already said she'll be coming to help break that shield keeping the life energy sealed within your Lord Uncle's domain. Since he was already mad when we left, maybe you can have your Queen Mother intervene after we break it? Pretty please?”
I had a feeling she only wanted the marriage in name for the sake of having the protection being my ”wife” might provide. She was against it only since the representatives wanted her to do it and she got mad they had the gall to ask her. But seems she's calmed down and realized ”marrying” me would be a wise move if she wants to escape any troubles from my uncle after breaking his barrier.
I'm sure Mother would see through the charade in an instant but given her goal, she wouldn't care. Plus it'd give her a good excuse to really step in if good old uncle Llyr wanted to have the little fish for dinner.
I'm only kinda worried about the original setting for the game.
She's supposed to find some other dude to marry.
Of course, that's probably not gonna happen anymore even if we don't have a fake marriage.
From what she'd said I guessed that she always knew something was off about the center of the Dry Lands. In the game I'm assuming she eventually went to check it out, realized the reason for why the land was dying faster and got into a fight with Llyr after trying to break the barrier.
At that point, she probably got injured, lost her memories, ended outside the Dry Lands and found her future husband there. Then she regained her memories and came back.
I'm also thinking that Llyr, by then, was finished with whatever he was doing and broke the barrier himself, releasing the life energy and creating the thing I read about the Dry Lands entering into a period of restoration and revitalization. It wasn't Bubbles who saved the land like I thoughts, but that the cause of the problem left and gave back what he'd collected. He would have then gone to continue his research elsewhere.
Of course, maybe Bubbles and her sister DID beat Llyr after banding together later on, but I doubted it after seeing how strong the guy was. Dude took a Kamehameha to the face and only got a few singed eyebrows.
The only reason I got away was due to a Life Bomb. I slipped out while he dealt with the mutated plantlife.
But I digress.
Those events would have likely taken place a few years from now. But won't anymore since I've sped things up and changed the direction of her history just by being here.
I decided not to be too concerned though. What's done is done, yeah?
”You can have my clone after all. The marriage thing is a nice idea that saves me a lot of trouble. If you're fine with it, hold the ceremony with him.”
”What? With a clone? No way. It's in name only, why are you being such a pansy? Ahem. Your Grace.”
”...Eh. Fine, whatever.” It didn't really mean anything. It really was convenient in a lot of ways for both of us and we were friends. It's like pretending to be a couple for a couples' discount.
And I'll be a King soon anyway, why CAN'T I have a second wife, eh? The second being the real one in this case.
Yesmina, however,was lost. ”Marriage? What? There were talks of marriage?! But you can't get married!” She slammed the table hard enough to make the thick wood crack. ”I don't want to be a homewrecker!”
”That implies a kid like you can seduce me, which you can't. And what's with the selective hearing? It's just for show, don't get so worked up. We ain't REALLY getting married.” I placated, thinking the girl really needed to take a chill pill.
”So you say, but my bust has been growing splendidly as of late.”
”Still a few years to go before you're even on my radar, kid.” I fired back, openly shifting my gaze to her chest to verify her claims. T'was true. They have indeed ripened somewhat.
Yet no matter how much bigger they get, my mind will still always be haunted by Mary's peerless bosom. Of that, I had no doubt.
Hell, I'll admit it now. If Vee ever grew up like her mother I'd be forced to reconsider my current brotherly feelings for the girl. Assuming I wasn't already seriously taken by that point. Oh who am I kiddin'? If someone had Mary's figure I wouldn't be able to resist at all.
Don't blame me for that either. Everyone has their breaking points and I am BUT a simple man.
”Besides,” She went on. ” Our Little Goddess is much too pure for a beast like you.”
Bubbles coughed and looked away.
” I'm the only one suitable to tame you. So just accept my gentle love and care already, dammit!” Another palm strike, widening the cracks. Everyone moved away from her.
I shook my head. ”You sure you like me? Because if that's what you call gentle, count me out. Not that I'd fall for any tricks a child like you can put into play.”
”If you're done acting nice, so am I.” Yesmina laughed vigorously.
Bubbles raised a hand. ”Alright, alright, that's enough. He's right. It's a matter of convenience for both of us. He wants to make things easier on himself, I don't want to end up Dragon food. So, you know, don't mind it too much. It's not like I mind allowing him a mistress or two either, you know?” She grinned.
”Goddess!” Yesmina shouted, stunned.
”...And, um, about that purity thing...thanks, but...ahem. I'm actually older than you. I'm not quite that innocent.” The blue-haired girl scratched her cheek with a laugh.
”Yeah.” I was offered my support generously. ” Remember what I said about the spanking. Girl's got some heavy tastes.” I reminded. ”In fact, the insatiable little fish has even been bugging me for more massages late--
”Moving on!” Bubbles quickly steered the conversation away from sensitive topics. ”You've got all you need to establish a Kingdom anytime you wish.”
I nodded in understanding.