Dealing With The North

The three Hydra sisters the size of small cats lunged through the portal and clambered up Archer's body.

They started showering him with affection while letting out happy chirps and other adorable noises.

Azura was biting his left ear causing him to shiver while Sable and Raven licked his cheeks making Archer smile.

Dumas observed the unfolding scene, torn between conflicting thoughts.

He was aware of the boy's notorious reputation, the havoc he'd wreaked upon numerous kingdoms through his network of spies.

Additionally, he couldn't ignore the favor the Avalonian Empire inexplicably bestowed upon him, allowing him to evade consequences for his actions.

But now, Dumas was witnessing a part of the infamous White Dragon he'd never imagined. Before him, the boy, whom he'd considered a devil, was tenderly doting on three tiny Hydras.