Hey guys. Here's a somewhat short intermission chapter but for me that's round like 10K I suppose.

So I've read all your comments and opinions and I have to say I'm thankful I have so many readers who have grown to really enjoy this novel. To the point you guys will come up with some really interesting and exciting theories or ideas for the story. Some have even proposed a few twists here and there that seemed interesting but I have to say no one has guessed where the story is going yet and I doubt many will. Originally where this arc will start to direct and go towards is a story arc I thought of before the Balor arc including all the fun twists and turns you have each enjoyed so far.

First off I want to thank all of the donators you guys are awesome and in all honesty I'll be real to you when I say I do enjoy writing chapters simply because I know now some may donate a little bit for each chapter I post which is honestly a nice encouragement for me lol.

Some random bits about the story...... I've read a lot of your ideas and even some of your complaints and in all honesty I must say I agree to a lot of them. While some of the complaints I can't get completely around like the pixies or some of those in the dungeon bonding with the MC quickly considering this hellish conditions they are in. Also the pixies are fundamentally different than humans in their eyes someone came in out of no where and was nice to them. Not even Balor considered them important enough to create puppets for intelligence gathering and noone was really ever 'nice' to them, they simply tolerated them. Then out of nowhere this random stranger goes out of his way to heal them, get rid of the disease, making them stronger and feeding them, protecting them and offering them only the finest equipment first even before himself. Little things like this simply made Vali an irreplaceable existence to them and it's not even just because of the magic crystals.

However a lot of complaints a bout pacing were brought up and honestly I agree to that.... This story is no where near complete or perfect yet. If you notice from time to time I make changes to earlier chapters as I go. My friend spoke to me about right now is like a gardener trimming the hedges. I continually will make small changes until Im satisfied with the overall story and by the time I wish to try and take this story further into potentially getting published it will probably look a bit different than it is now. Heck I even played with the idea of adding a couple chapters after Vali beats the Lord of the forest and before he meets Malthiel.

I thought it would be interesting to later add a few random chapters to help explain stuff more and show more time of Vali being weaker, he could have even ran into someone much higher level than himself including possibly multiple bandits to show Vali being unable to beat them for a later confrontation after he comes back super OP. But again it's not something I'll add now but as I go through this story I'll continue to work with the story until I'm satisfied. I've said that a lot actually and I'm simply seeing how it all works with the story. So pretty much yes, I know there are problems and errors all over. Like I said at the beginning think of it sort of as a rough draft while I continue to work the story into ways I think will be best but i do appreciate all that people have said and helped with in the comments

Again thanks to all my readers and my editors you guys are awesome. Hope you guys are excited for the next arc because within the next few chapters a lot of new information will be thrown about you as well as a lot of info about the world considering I've sort of pushed it away for some time. But it will make since why I've waited and you'll get a few interesting scenes with him learning more about this world. Vali will also be slowing down dramatically in level raising simply because the enemies outside are nothing like the enemies Vali witnessed in Balor's dungeon. He's going to be working on himself and his masteries while he and the pixies start to look for weaknesses they have rather than strengths. It's going to get pretty fun but without further a do I hope you enjoy.....

Intermission/A New Kind of Alpha

Ari’s POV:

‘He…He kissed me.’

I’m sure of it this time. That makes three times I’ve been kissed today… When I woke up in Vali’s arms I had felt a cold wet brush against my cheek but I didn’t think anything of it at the time. Then he definitely kissed me on my forehead before he separated from us to go fight that large talking monster…. And just now he…he kissed me on the top of my head.

‘…I just always thought I wouldn’t ever, be kissed by a man. I was always told, no one would ever want to be with an ugly ruined slave like me but now I’ve already had three kisses in one day, I just…. hope I was good at it.’

“Ru Ru Kai. Kokoah ma roh wah!”

“Hm” - Vali

Vali then looked up to a large wolf man who kind of looked like the same one who came home with Vali that one time. I think his name was Adimar but I don’t think Vali liked them very much.

Vali then stood up and walked over to a large group of demi humans who had massive injuries and were lying on the ground looking sick. He kept me in his arms as he walked over and placed his arms on each of the large demi humans covered in wounds and started to heal each and every one of them.

‘I’m happy he was my first…huh?’

Congratulations! For fulfilling unique conditions and conquering over Balor’s Endless Abyss you have obtained a unique skill!

Hidden Balor View

No longer will anything be able to be hidden from your site. All that lurks underneath an individual no matter how hidden will be revealed by your eyes, even lies.

Intellect + 100 Wisdom + 75

Darkness Resistance + 10%

‘…Hi…dden…Ba…lor…view…Hmm’

“Yume Ru ru Kai..Yu me sob…yu me”

“Yu me ru ru kai!”

All the injured demi humans started to come up to Vali and kneel down before him and kiss his hand especially the ones who look kind of like Lily.

Status Window Name AlderonLevel 298Race: Annunake Age: 87Sex: Male Job/Profession: BladesmithClass Moonlight WarriorTitles Great Sword ExpertHealth 48,425Mana 19,600Strength 15,605Intellect 8900Stamina 17,500Wisdom 7,350Agility 15,685Defense 12,220Courage 7280Luck 112Fighting Spirit 4180Leadership1204Magic Resistance 0%Charm Resistance 3%Paralysis Resistance 5%Poison Resistance 2%Immunity to Fear 3%Elemental Resistances: Fire: 2 % Earth: 4% Dark: 8 % Lightning: 3% Water: 0% Wind 0% Light: 0% Ice: 5 % Bonuses ←-- / Skills / Items / Mood

Current Bonuses in effect:

Annunake Beast Form: 150% Rise in all stats.

Heavy Sword Mastery: Expert Level 4

200% Rise in General Attack Power while holding a Heavy Sword

100% Rise in Attack Speed while holding a Heavy Sword

Sword-Hand Combat Mastery: Adept Level 8

150% Rise in Attack power while holding a weapon.

150% Rise in Attack speed while holding a weapon.

Alpha Wolf Claw: Level 5 (78% Completion)

50% Rise in all Attack Speed

35% Rise in Mana Absorption from Moonlight Claw

* Hydra Healing – Heals 25 health every second.

‘Hmm that’s a lot of words….Oh wow….Vali’s so….shiny.’

Status Window Name ValiLevel 240Race: Human Age: ???Sex: Male Job/Professions: N/AClass N/ATitles Lord of the Forest, Slayer of Death, Death Canceler, Family of the Hildr Pixies, Hunter of the Grootslang, Slayer of the King Hydra, Creator of Miracles, Alpha of the Legendary Annunake, God SlayerHealth 244,550Mana 510,330Strength 15,920Intellect 19,110Stamina 14,980Wisdom 13,110Agility 14,150Defense 25,220Courage 54Luck 18,110Battle Aura 996Endurance32Magic Resistance 25%Paralysis Resistance 3 %Poison Resistance 8%Immunity to Fear 33%Elemental Resistances: Fire: 30 % Earth: 6% Dark: 40 % Lightning: 7% Water: 1% Wind 4% Light: 10% Void: 8 % Ice: 3% Bonuses ←-- / Skills / Items / Mood

Current Bonuses in effect:

All Healing Magic will receive a 20% buff

Titles: Death Canceler, Creator of Miracles

Hand to Hand Combat Mastery: Novice Level 1

+ 50% Rise in Evasion and Attack Power while fighting unarmed

+ 40% Rise in Attack Speed while fighting unarmed

White Tiger's Thunderous Paw Technique: Level 1 ( 3% Completion)

+ 10% Bare handed Attack Power

+ 20% Bare handed Attack Speed

* Hydra Healing – Heals 25 health every second.

* 50% rise in all general Attack Power due to increased knowledge in unarmed and multiple weapon masteries.

“It’s nothing, it’s the least I could do after everyone came together. How many did we lose?” – Vali

“… No kay…Yu me Ru Ru Kai.”

“….. Well let’s start counting how many of us survived. We should gather all the dead that we can right now. Everyone’s tired…. Let’s clean up what we can for now and gather together tonight and discuss what’s next.” – Vali

“Ai Ru ru Kai!”

Several of the large demi humans then bowed and stood back up towering ever over Vali. They each looked so big but their tails look fluffy just like Lilly’s….

“Valiii! Can you believe it we made it!”

“Valiii!”

“Vali we did it we can all come with you now”

“Ohhh….They’re so pretty.’

Several of the flying demi humans came over and started hovering beside Vali. One of them had hair that had so many colors in it and her wings almost looked to have been made of light. She walked up with all of the others behind her with a large smile on her face and tears in her eyes. Each of them walked up holding hands and looking to him with eager eyes.

‘I saw her fighting with everyone earlier…. She was so amazing. I feel like my skin and face starts tingling while I’m sitting here with Vali but this girl has the same feeling as he does.’

Status Window Name CariLevel 117Race: Pixie Age: 19Sex: Female Job/Profession: N/AClass Pixie MageTitles God SlayerHealth 102,930Mana 74,400Strength 1884Intellect 12,360Stamina 2,980Wisdom 31,110Agility 1,111Defense 4,720Battle Aura 911Luck401Magic Resistance 15%Poison Resistance 0%Immunity to Fear 0%Elemental Resistances: Fire: 55% Earth: 3% Dark: 7% Lightning: 4% Water: 0% Wind 0% Light: 55% Bonuses ←-- / Skills / Items / Mood

Current Bonuses in effect:

Class Abilities are in effect:

Pixie Mage:

Mana will replenish 15% faster.

Cool Down Time for all magical spells are lowered by 25%

* Hydra Healing – Heals 25 health every second.

“We’re ready to go Vali….” - Cari

“Hey guys… Let’s all get cleaned up and meet up tonight we have a lot to do before we can move everyone out actually but it shouldn’t be for too long.” - Vali

Each of them started talking amongst themselves and then looked back up towards him and smiled.

“Ok Vali…. Then we’ll go gather our things….”

As they were all about to start to walk away the same one with white wings stopped and turned back around. Just then all of them came over and ran towards us and started hugging Vali.

‘Wow…it’s so warm.’

“We love you Vali…..and we love you too.” - Cari

As each of them were hugging Vali some of them even came and wrapped their arms around me hugging me too.

‘Why…why would they…’

“We’ll be back real soon ok Vali…” - Cosmia

“Yah we just have to gather our things on our home floor. Shouldn’t take too long, we’ll leave Daisy with Vali if something happens. Alright everyone let’s go!” - Kai

Then then flew off as their large wings started flapping while lights continued to fly in all directions while the rest of them marched off.

“Hmph….” – Vali

Vali then smirked and looked back down at me….

‘…..I just…I just want to tell him thank you….. For….everything.’

“Sir Vali…. Perhaps now we can separate I need to send word to his Highness about our absence and all that has happened. Do you wish to join us?”

The large human with the metal arm walked up and Vali told him and the other humans it wouldn’t be a good idea as there might be a large herd of monsters being lead by dark elves outside. They however said it was something they would have to risk, as they needed to get to the king immediately for some reason. Vali then had Hjokk guide them so she can keep an eye out for any monsters.

As she walked up I saw a beautiful woman with a crown and bright purple hair change into the same small bird that is always near Vali.

As they were about to leave through the large whole in the wall I saw Elyria walking up while Vali was talking to Sting and a few others.

“Um….Vali…”

When Vali looked down towards me my heart froze…’I have to tell him. I feel so ashamed I haven’t even thanked him for all he’s done for me. It’s all I wanted to do when I believed I was in my final moments….’

“I….umm just wanted to…say…ugh….”

“Without you, I would have probably died that day. I would have died and no one would have ever cared, no one would have ever even remembered me….

“Ari? Why are you saying that. That's not..”

“True? Yes it is… I would have died before ever even being given a name but…sob…now…I have my own name….and even people who would even care if I was ever gone….sob .”

“Ari what do you mean?” - Vali

“I…love you.”

‘…..No! wait’

“Wha…”

“Huh?”

“Eh!”

Vali made an odd look and I could hear everyone even Hjokk making odd remarks too and….

“No wait. I didn’t mean to say that. I ah…I wanted to say thank you!...Thank you!...... For…all you’ve do…done for me…..I just ugh…for…and…”

I could feel everyone was staring at me and I didn’t mean to say that I don’t know why those words left my lips… I mean…I know I love him, he’s, he’s my best friend but… I eh….

He pulled me in close to his chest until my head was close to his cheek. I heard him whisper in my ear with something only I could hear and something I never expected to hear from anyone….

“…I love you too.” - Vali

‘Eh…he …he kissed my cheek again…. That’s four kisses today! Who could I tell this to? I would normally tell this to Vali but he’s the one who kissed me…’

As he held my head over his shoulder it was as if it was only this man and myself again. I finally have my own name, my own family…. I’ve never been so happy.

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Vali’s POV:

‘Who would have thought….. The Arachnee had a hot spring deep within their base.’

The room is filled with steam and sizzling water at my feet. The ground is warm but not so hot that it’s hard to stand on. There are dozens of streams and small waterfalls coming from the top of this base which some how traps rain water and from the smog created from the beasts that inhabit this floor. The rain gets collected at the top of their base and the yellow stones that are on the ground as well as what makes up the ceiling heats the water before it comes down and evaporates on the floor.

The yellow stones on this floor appear to be heated and the reason the temperature increase when entering this base is it is right above something that resembles an active volcano on the floor below.

‘Gotta hand it to the Arachnee they really are crafty….’

This room is quite big and is large enough for the Arachnee to walk through here and clean their large spider like bodies. They even had large pools of hot water on the other side of this cave wall that the Arachnee apparently enjoy to go sit in and relax.

After we killed Balor everyone got to work gathering the dead on this floor as well as useful material from the fallen monsters. I was about to do it myself but the Annunakes present highly begged me to do it themselves for me and that I should first go clean up.

‘I really need to get Pek to make me some of that regenerating boxers as well…..’

Though my clothes and armor may have been practically destroyed besides my Hydra shirt, my pants had tears all over them and the back of my pants was practically all gone. Since I didn’t bring any clothes with me I figured now would be a good time to go clean and change first.

I’m honestly not sure how revealing it must have been for everyone but I’m sure it wasn’t modest at all. I hadn’t even noticed until I noticed Daisy and the other pixies laughing at me.

My armor was practically completely destroyed by Balor’s last attack. It all happened so fast, even with all my agility increased by 25% and with all those added effects each of his motions looked like those of a being who has lived a very long time and experienced many battles.

We really got lucky… If Hjokk wasn’t here, we would have all died. If Ari hadn’t woken me up during the beginning, we would have all died. If I didn’t gain that last new ability by raising my death magic….We probably would have all died.

Even without his Dark Aura, Dark Armor and endless abilities with darkness his tenacity and furiousness even in his final moments were those of a warrior beyond this world.

Every swing of his massive blade killed hundreds of us. My Age of Death skill apparently stopped all enemy magic but my own but apparently magical items can be used within the area of affect. I’m glad I kept that massive sword he dropped but I can’t imagine ever finding a use for it or that saber which was larger than an average human. It phased right through my Midghtnight Aura ability as if it weren’t even there. Though it could have been his innate abilities with darkness itself but every swing sent shockwaves to the surroundings that blew everything in his surroundings away. Even the gusts of winds coming from his swings could see those far away from him flying to the ground. If I didn’t have the bones I have, I would have been completely obliterated. Even Hjökk was unable to dodge his incredible mastery with such a large blade. Every movement every step killed more of us and yet those I fought alongside continued to charge him until he finally went down. The tyrant who crawled out of the dreaded Abyss…. I remember reading in the Bible that in the end of times Lucifer would get thrown into the abyss, I always assumed this remark meant the Christian version of Hell but…I’m starting to assume this Abyss is a completely different place and this Dark Lord emerged from it….’ I’m truly in awe of the races I have met and fought with down here. Truly fearless, everyone of them. ‘

It is something I have never been a part of before until today. It’s an odd feeling but for the first time in a long time I’m truly happy to be alive because I worked so hard to achieve it. It’s as if the air tastes somehow sweeter.

It’s a completely different feeling than when I thought I had killed Ari. When I thought I had lost everything again….. I saw what would have happened to me. I can’t deny the thoughts and feelings I felt at that point. Even if I came back from those thoughts…. I know what would have happened if I lost Ari and my mother today….. I know what I would have become.

I would have probably went to Hades himself and demanded he give them back to me or else…..

I guess I’m just thankful those I’ve started to grow close to are safe and sound. I think I hear Elyria on the other side of this cave wall and she must be bathing with Ari. She even has 5 Annunake attendants who claimed, as family of the Alpha at all times has to have protection. ‘It’s as if this wolf species have their own little secret service I suppose.’

‘And what about Ari…. I’m starting to understand what Loki meant now about high luck allowing someone to meet or run into situations or rare beings through strange and odd circumstances. Hjökk briefly told me Lugh is one of the suns on this world’s god but hasn’t been seen for almost a millennia by anyone. She didn’t say much other than he doesn’t really like humans much and if Ari is who Hjökk thinks, Ari might be from a race very similar to the Annunakes and Hildr pixies.

She didn’t have much time else to talk because the moment she saw what I saw from Ari’s skill list she probably received more shock than us actually defeated Balor.. Even I’m shocked…. With time, and enough gold…. Ari could potentially take down a god.

Golden Rule (Active + Passive)

Golden Rule I (Passive):

Treat others as you would rather be treated. If you have not attacked an opponent and a fatal attack is delivered to you, all damage will be negated for a brief moment of time.

Skill Cost: 1,000 gold Cool Down time: 3 seconds

Golden Rule II (Active): With the power from the sun that gives the gold its shine, permanently increase your abilities with the sacrifice of the things the greedy covet most while you rule over your enemies in a golden fury.

Increase (Strength x 2) or (Defense x 2)

Skill Cost: 10,000 gold

Increase (Strength x 10) or (Defense x 10)

Skill Cost: 100,000 gold

Increase (Strength x 50) or (Defense x 50)

Skill Cost: 1,000,000 gold

‘And what’s with that odd cost system in place. Well regardless it seems all the money the King was going to give me has pretty much been spent. I can’t say I’m upset about it at all though. Ari could turn into something truly strong someday. ‘

“Hah….truly amazing we all survived though.”

I stuck my head under a large steaming stream of water and started to wash all the blood and dirt from battle off my body. This area was rather large but the steam was thick and there is no one but myself in thi

“Oh Alpha…There you are.” - ?

I turned around and there walked in two tall figures followed by a feminine voice. Each was roughly a head taller than me with fluffy white ears on their heads and wearing almost sea through white silk robes. Each of them stepped around the yellow cave wall and through the thick steam towards me.

I recognized each of them. One of them was named Alderon and the other was named Grayfia. Each of them were an Elite Annunake but only Alderon was in his beast form. Grayfia however was a girl and had completely disrobed.

“Ugh….”

As Grayfia removed the thin see through cloth and there beneath was the naked physique of a female warrior. Her hair extended down past her thin neck in a braid past her shoulders while toned, only presented above her perfect breasts. She had a thin waste with toned muscles that faintly showed her chiseled abs. Her legs however were large and muscular as well as having a large rear end with a fluffy tail coming out the back of it.

I couldn’t stop myself from gazing at her incredibly alluring body. As she stretched herself underneath the steaming waterfall the water began to fall down onto her white head and soak her sleek and silky skin.

They both seemed not to mind as Alderon did the same and walked up rather close to where I was standing.

“Hehe…What’s up with Alpha?”

There walking in were now a larger group of Annunakes. Now 4 more with 2 of which being female as well. Each of the Elites all too disrobed and started to come in.

‘Oh shit…’

Realizing I got caught I moved my eyes from where they were and before I could say anything Grayfia walked over to me.

“Oh I think Grayfia's nudity might be getting to him…. What’s the matter Alpha shall I bathe you…” – Nanu

“Ugh…No…no,no…Thanks that’s a fine.”

I considered to say that as I couldn’t help but glance towards her delicious body that simply looked even more inviting due to the water making it look more enticing.

I attempted to move my body away to hide myself from this woman as looking at her long enough I can honestly tell it is already starting to show. ‘What is with these Annunanakes I was bathing…. I haven’t seen a naked woman in….Ugh does my mom count…. Wow is that how much action I’ve gotten since coming to this world….’

“Hmphmp…. Well Alpha if you ever wish for a little help washing yourself.” – Grayfia

Grayfia then came up and pressed her soaking wet breasts onto my back and her reached her arm over my chest.

“It’s no problem to me at all…” – Grayfia

“Ah look at him Grayfia, he seems shy.” – Alderon

“Nothing like the last Alpha hmph… And he doesn’t look shy from here.” – Nanu

‘Seriously what are you all doing in here…. My gosh how does Alderon not even find this sight distracting… I’m going to get caught staring.’

Just then Alderon who was standing next to me then started to glow and morph gradually. His white long fur and wolf snout started to reseed and go into his skull and become more humanlike.

So did his long wolf like arms and large body. What remained after only a second of steam passing him was now a naked humanlike Annunake man.

He had long white hair that curled at the ends and had the pretty boy look to him. I would have never guessed this when seeing him carry that incredibly large sword on his back all the time. He however now brought out a large knife and is shaving underneath the waterfall next to me.

“Oh stop giving the Alpha a hard Grayfia, he probably can’t even think straight with you throwing your breasts in his face like that.” - Adimar

Walking in now was the image of Adimar as well as dozens of other Annunakes. From older to even some young children are now walking in. ‘Seriously what is going on….I thought the whole reason for the Annunakes tending to my mother and Ari was that we separated baths….’

I attempted to cover myself a little bit more and turn myself towards the cave wall.

“Oh I don’t see what the big deal is. A pack that bathes together stays together right?” – Grayfia

“Couldn’t agree with you more Grayfia.” - Nanu

Now walking up to the waterfall on the opposite side of mine was Akino and Adimar. Now in the room was every member of the remaining Elite Annunakes and a few small children and elders. Each of them were Annunake however and though I haven’t met each of them personally I’ve already seen each of them in battle. Even though some of them are considered elders each of them moved and fought just as ferociously as anyone else regardless of how old their faces look now, in their beast form it’s practically nonexistent.

There were 20 Elite Annunakes before the battle today and now with the loss of Boro and others now only 12 remain from the once Elite’s of this dungeon. Each could have held the title I currently hold and are each hailed as genius level fighters and even to Malfius’ standards were the number 1 in close quarters combat in this whole dungeon. I guess strongest as a race, considering that Malfius and Alysteir are simply freaks of nature.

These are also the same Annunakes who chose to live on Floor One with Adimar and were the ones who attacked me. According to Adimar each of them have been trained since birth to become warriors and I’ve seen their expertise in battle. They almost resemble King Leonidas’s brave 300 as each of them are simply Adonis’s as they don’t look like that have an ounce of fat on them at all and are simply ruthless to all enemies. Many of them even fought bare chested today like the Spartans from my world.

It’s incredible but even the children of this race are amazing. The young boy who just walked in can’t be any older than Noah and he’s already level 81. The young girl next to him was even level 67.

Akino was standing next to Nanu and began to disrobe as well. I couldn’t help but steal a few glances of her as well as even if her chest wasn’t as large as Grayfia’s, she was younger and shorter than the other Annunakes. She had a more leanness to her but her body like all the others was simply in perfect shape. Her long white hair began to become drenched as it flowed down her backside down towards two small dimples just above her rather plump ass. Her tail too began to flutter in the water as the steam began to grow thicker and surrounding the cave room.

‘Ok can’t get caught again time to look away…..just another second…..ok’

“Pack that bathes together stays together huh…. You guys have large baths like this up in that mansion I guess?”

To my question Adimar then shook his head no. Before I could question him Nanu who had short white hair and also another of the surviving elites members.

“No but we did help bath each other on Floor One…. Sometimes we didn’t have water for some time so we had to use our tongues…” – Nanu

As Nanu said that I honestly felt a twitch in my groin as she said it like it was completely normal.

“Hmphmph…Is this behavior odd for humans Alpha?” – Nanook

‘I guess Grayfia’s right…For a race like this it’s not really weird but what is normal really in a world like this anymore.’

“No I guess it isn’t considering the circumstances…”

I just smirked and continued to wash myself. Each of the Annunakes inside continued to chat with one another about the Elkia members who survived and according to Adimar only one is recognizable. He thinks the other 2 weren’t born in this lifetime. He would know. It has been his job to protect every single Elkia member since birth and part of being an Alpha is also to know the names of every single member of the race they swore to protect. The one he recognized name is Thraundil and several of the Annunake elders and elites recognized his name as well since he was said to have died the day their species was wiped out.

Thraundil actually at one point held one of the highest positions in this entire dungeon as according to the Annunakes their race held the leadership role in this dungeon. I’m interested to meet one if them as well considering this was a race that all the other races gathered under.

According to Adimar they are currently unconscious on this floor along with the other remaining puppets but are unconscious with some of the Arachnees poison. All the puppets however even after the destruction of part of the dungeon and death of Balor they aren’t very responding to much at all. Under incredible warnings from Kai and even Bifrost it was highly advised we kept them contained while also surpassing their magic especially for the Pixies. As according to them only two of those pixies were incredible difficult to deal with. They claimed the two white pixies who were saved by the pixies efforts killed them dozens of times before they finally got them within the field of my Age of Death. By the time they did their health was almost all gone and they couldn’t heal them so they used their own Healing potions to save them.

As Adimar and Akino spoke of these actions all of the Annunakes present only showed eyes of respect. Hearing the actions of the Pixies who had such bad relations with the Annunakes as of recent were responsible for saving something the Annunakes had thought lost forever.

“Um Alpha…..”

Turning around the young boy who walked up to me was also nude but shared a physique that looked nothing like that of a weak child.

As I turned and faced him the boy then bowed and spoke up.

“I am Kato Alpha. I just wanted to thank you sir, for what you have done, thank you for giving us our Elkia back.” – Kato

“I think you should probably thank the pixies for that.”

To my words the short white haired Annunake boy simply nodded and stared back up at me with a serious face.

“Yes Alpha.”

“True… Such amazing capabilities those pixies possess something only the eyes our Alpha could have seen. Something I myself never expected. But I don’t think my nephew was wrong to want to give the Alpha some praise. “ – Alderon

Alderon who had just finished shaving then walked up to my stream and stuck his face in to clean his face. He was a head taller than me and then walked over to where Kato was and brushed his head.

“Oh?”

“Well certainly. Not one day has passed and under the reign of our new Alpha we have conquered this dungeon and freed our chains. Tasting fresh air and seeing the skies past these walls for the first time in our clan’s history…. Because of your ability and influence the Pixies were not only able but even willing to save our fallen Elkia. Not like they had anything against the Elkia but for whatever reason even in the heat of battle went out of their way to save them as well…. We will forever be indebted to them for what they have done. To what you have done as well Alpha…These are truly glorious times for the once proud Annunakes.” – Alderon

To Alderon’s words everyone present simply nodded their heads back. His body wasn’t as large as Adimar’s but it was simply more lean. He oblique muscles were practically so muscular they came out far past his ribs and it makes complete since how someone like him can swing such a large sword with one hand so easily. ‘I’m guessing he is supposedly the high damage dealer for their pack. Comes in after the enemy boss is drained of all power and he lays out the damage to finish it off.’

“The new Alpha doesn’t really seem to enjoy praise very much though.” – Adimar

“True…I too have noticed… He seems to enjoy cooking much more it would seem. Oh ugh not that I’m complaining Alpha your food was truly delicious.” – Large Annunake Elder

“Mmm it was so yummy. I wonder if we can feed the Elkia some of it when they wake up.” –Annunake little girl.

“That’s true… I can’t wait to speak to them, all the stories and knowledge they must possess. You said their levels were high? I wonder how old they were then.” – Grayfia

“We’ve put the two who we haven’t recognized around at least 250 years old. “ – Adimar

“Wow really? “ – Nanu

“Yup… One male two females.” – Akino

“This truly changes things….” – Annunake Elder

“How so?” – Annunake Elder

“After the deaths of our Elkia many lost hope or reason to continue on the path our ancestors and the God Wolf Amaro had given us. I’m sure some may have had doubts to follow the new Alpha if in the chance we were to survive. With this however now there is reason to stay, reason to unite. I’m sure with the new Alpha’s accomplishments the pack will all come to a unaminous agreement.” – Annunake Elder

‘I guess I wouldn’t have been surprised if some species didn’t want to just leave. Finally freedom is just at their reach but they are simply told to wait for the moment. In fact many of the Alders who were under Griff and survived had claimed to want to leave already but Kyrah was able to make them stay until the leader meeting we will have later this evening.. Apparently the only reason the whole Pack determined I was allowed to be crowned Alpha at all was due to these elders influence after having words with Adimar. Hopefully then the race leaders can convince everyone to my original plans I gave to Malfius and Locke.'

Though now with the Neko’s leader gone it could get difficult. 'Speaking of the Neko's what's Alysteir probably doing at this moment. I'd be cautious but after the battle all she did was simply odd towards me and went to go collect the dead alongside others. She briefly said we will have our duel later whenever we've rested up. '

The races down here may not want to follow or live in a territory I want them to but hopefully I can convince them to do this. Malfius and Adimar’s words luckily hold a lot of weight in this dungeon and I’m thankful that they survived.

As everyone continued to finish cleaning themselves I noticed Adimar and a couple other Annunakes are the only ones who haven’t come out of their beast form. ‘ What does Adimar look like for that matter…. I never would have pegged Alderon looking the way he did at all.’

“…. We were truly blessed with more females.” – Alderon

“Oh is ol Alde hoping to get a little close someone?” – Grayfia

“Not at all actually… I’m simply saying if we are to flourish, now is certainly a time to repopulate…. The more females the better and we need to get the Elkia’s numbers back to a respectable number but for now we must keep them guarded at all times.. If you forget just how strong we were whenever they were at our backs…. ”- Alderon

“Hmphmph…. So true…” - Adimar

“… It is something I’m sure is on the mind of many of the races is repopulation. It may take time but with the Alpha’s masteries in magic it should be no time before whatever dark sorcery on them is cured and we can have our fallen Elkia returned to us. “ – Annunake Elder

As each of the elders continued to chatter they agreed to Alderon’s statement and I too notice he is more than what he first appeared to me. He didn’t talk much but his words are quite clear and concise when he does.

As I began to walk away to dry myself off Nanu and Grayfia walked up to me quickly.

“Oh Alpha let us dry you off.” – Grayfia

“Oh no that’s fi..guh…”

Before I could even say a word they grabbed two soft white cloths and began to wipe over my chest and legs.

As Grayfia bent over and got down on her knees in front of me her ears had almost twitched not an inch away from my groin.

“As I said before Alpha it is no problem at all. This is natural for the Alpha to be bathed and dried off first. “ – Grayfia

Their slender hands began to dry every inch of me with rather carefulness. From my abs down to my shaft she even brushed it with the cloth as if this action weren’t sexual in anyway to her.

I guess what was more odd is no one here seemed to be noticing at all. Adimar wasn’t even paying attention and Akino simply smirked and continued to wash her tail.

While the elders continued to talk to one another I saw Alderon take out a small knife from his inventory and walk over to Kato. This action seemed odd at first which is why I originally took notice through the steam. In the next instant I hear Kato laughing.

“Oh I could totally beat you now I’ve been practicing.” – Kato

The small Annunake boy then took the Dawn Bringer dagger out of Alderon’s hands and turn and threw it towards the wall.

Bink!

‘…Oh snap…Little kid has some skills.’

The dagger shot forth and dug itself directly into the wall.

“Ah crap….” - Kato

“Miss …” – Alderon

‘Huh how did he…woh.’

Again Grayfia had just finished drying off my legs just before grazing my shaft yet again. As she finished wiping my waist it was impossible to hide my slowly increasing arousal.

The two however didn’t say a word and Grayfia practically had me in her hands at one point before going to the rest of my body.

She then stood up and the image of her large breasts then came into full view as Grayfia was easily taller than me.

“All dry Alpha.” – Grayfia

Grayfia smiled while her and Nanu both bowed and simply walked back to the waterfall to wash their tails as if nothing even happened. After watching those Annunakes walking away I can’t help but notice how these wolfs are simply made….perfect. I’m sure many men would find it hard not to fall for them by a simple glance and each of these two Annunakes and they are now washing themselves right next to me.

‘….Ugh I should probably cover up and leave now huh…’

I felt a soft and warm feeling across my back and as I turned I saw Akino placing a large white robe over me. It had small golden designs on it that resembled antlers and looked to be very old. But regardless it looked to be made of high quality.

I thanked Akino and she simply bowed and went back to Adimar’s side where she continued to finish cleaning themselves. I think they are simply enjoying the first hot shower in probably a long time for them.

I’m coming to find these white wolves are much more complex than I first assumed. While the Pixies are just family oriented and the Nekos have formed this sort of a militaristic society these Annunakes were more of a warrior society. They wear ceremonial robes and come from a long line of warrior culture.

I now see Alderon had taken the knife out and threw it at the wall yellow stone wall and as the steam began to show various parts of the wall I can see it too had stuck in the wall.

“…Hit. My point.” – Alderon

“What?...How can you even track in all this steam.” - Kato

“Would you believe me if I told you I could smell them.” – Alderon

“No way…” – Kato

Alderon then laughed to himself and walked over to the wall while taking out the small dagger that had a small bright green insect on it.

‘Wait…They were aiming for a fly the whole time?’

“Oh Alpha…Care to play?” – Alderon

“Oh yah Alpha you should try it.” – Kato

Kato then looked up at me excitedly while wagging his tail.

‘Is this kid nuts… There’s no way I could do that.’

“Ugh… Yah I doubt I could hit a fly with a dagger buddy.”

“Nonsense I’m sure the Alpha could break this entire dungeon floor with a simple dagger.” – Alderon

“No seriously… I probably couldn’t even stick it in the wall….”

As I wrapped the robe around me and chuckled at how wrong I may have been about this race Alderon simply laughed to him self while flipping the dagger in his hand and throwing it to the side.

Shink!

Adimar then waved his hand and I can now see he caught the dagger.

He then threw the dagger sidewise at the wall and hit the exact same point where Alderon had aimed before him.

“Hah! 3 Points. Same spot and I got a hit.” – Adimar

“Ah, nice showing off in front of the Alpha Adi…” – Alderon

“Hahaha…. You could never beat me at this game when you were growing up and you’re not going to beat me now.” – Adimar

Alderon then walked over to the spot the dagger was stuck and pulled it out and now another one of the same small insects I can see had been struck. I hadn’t even paid much mind but there are actually small flying green bugs in here and are flying closely around the yellow cave walls.

‘I don’t even know how you could show skills like that into something like a status window. I’m starting to think Loki may have been right it was a good idea in wanting to forgive this race. Simply one of these Annunakes could be worth dozens of men. They survived a battle against a fallen god and lived, that's says plenty about their will to survive. These Elites and Elders even fought right next to me until the very end.’

“Hey what’s everyone doing in here.” – Kyrah

Walking in through the steam I see 4 large figures entering around the cave wall and through the thick steam.

Her wings were covering her and then she unveiled them showing herself underneath.

I could even feel the eyes of all the male Annunakes looking towards her as the golden King of the Adlers walked in to the bathing area. As her wings contracted and went behind her back what was then revealed was her tan and nicely toned body covered up by a yellow clothed bikini almost but the bottom is more of a skirt.

“Oh what’s the matter doggies…. You didn’t think I’d let just anyone see the goods did ya. Well I see everyone’s enjoying the Arachnee’s pretty impressive bathhouse. Kind of upset I never knew about this.” – Kyrah

Kyrah then smiled towards the gazes of all the Annunakes present including Alderon and Grayfia. Adimar however was the only one who did not turn in the slightest.

Even in her yellow cloth her chest is clearly the largest in the room and I wouldn’t have known until she had worn something so revealing. The Adlers behind her too were wearing the same yellow skirts and were standing behind her as guards. They hardly look any less threatening or muscular than the Annunakes in this bathing area.

As she looked up at me she smiled and walked in my direction.

“Well I finally got those stuck up pricks to agree to a sit down. I have to be honest though… I think they won’t agree to it if you don’t cook for them.” – Kyrah

“What?,,,”

“That’s not true, they already agreed to a sit down.” – Alec

“Alec?” – Kyrah

“Oh….sorry. I assumed you were joking…. “ – Alec

Kyrah then squinted her eyes at the rather monotone Adler and then turned back to me.

“Well Vali. The Annunakes in the hot spring room told me to tell you they were taking your mother and that small girl with them to the Annunake home floor to grant them some clothes to wear.” – Kyrah

“Ah.. Well I should go meet up with them then. I should be getting them back home soon, my mom mentioned she needed to. I probably need to speak with the King who is currently sitting in my house right now too.”

Kyrah then smiled towards my King comment and I simply said I would explain it all at the meeting later.

“Well fine… But I was thinking, we should have a play date for Ikaros and little Ari.”

I nodded my head as I’m sure Ari would probably really like making a new friend. She keeps staring at the pixies with her mouth wide.

“Alpha I shall accompany you.” – Adimar

“Yes. I’m clean as well so I too shall join.” – Alderon

Alderon then turned back into his beast form and walked side by side with Adimar while also throwing a white cloth around each of themselves.

When I asked him why he didn’t just stay in his normal form more often and simply said the path to being an Annunake as warriors is accepting your beast as is. To him he is simply more comfortable in this form as Adimar seems to be as well.

I didn’t press them and decided to leave. Akino hurriedly finished drying off and then tagged along as well.

“Gonna leave so soon Vali? I was hoping you could drink with us in the hot spring as a celebration. These Arachnee really no how to have a good time.” – Kyrah

It’s then I notice that Kyrah has a half empty glass of wine in her hands and since I can’t see this ending well right now I should just take my leave. In the coming days I’m going to be setting up a lot of very important arrangements between these races that will effect the outcome of thousands of lives. I can’t screw that up.

Not saying I think I could hook up with this Adler or anything but sitting and drinking with a half naked Kyrah and where my eyes would wonder I really don’t want to fuck that up at this point. And sex can complicate things…..Ugh but damn would that be one fun evening.

I smiled only to myself as I had to cock block myself and leave the hot spring.

Behind me stood the three Annunakes as we walking through the hot spring room. Similar to the small cavern I was in there is a lot of steam floating around. There are also large pools of hot water in several places over this area and I can see some Arachnee siting in them with a couple of the other races and relaxing.

As we walked by I noticed some of them started covering themselves up while I noticed one of them actually pretended to drop her cloth on purpose. This caused the person beside her to playfully push her.

The water almost submerged their entire bodies within the pools of water but their glamorous and feminine upper halves are all that are showing.

Just as we were walking through the hot spring I noticed several bright lights coming from the place we were leaving to exit this room.

“Vali! There you are….” – Cosmia

Flying towards me were Cosmia and several of the other pixies and were asking what we were doing. When I told them they all made weird faces.

“Ew..Why would you want to go there it’s filthy. “ – Cyanin

“Filthy?” – Alderon

“Yah and it’s got a big hole in the main entrance. You should come to our home floor Vali. it’s way better.” – Tanin

“……” – Akino, Adimar, Alderon

“Were not staying for long were just going to grab my mom and Ari real quick.”

“Oh ok! Hey when we come with you can I hold Ari? “ – Cosmia

“You want to hold her?”

“Yah she’s really cute. And besides….She’s our new sister right?” – Cosmia

I smiled down at the smiling faces of the pixies and nodded back to them. This small action made one of them jump up while another one started to fly through the air. Cosmia and Tanin even showed a look of excitement. While living in this place their hole lives everyday they had to say goodbye to another one of their own but now the simple words of someone being added to their family brings them absolute joy.

I noticed the Arachnee Queen was no where to be found and she along with several other members of the other races are still gathering dead and usuable resources from the fallen monsters.

That Dark Elf has even proposed we treat Balor’s body with absolute care as she believes his blood can be an incredible alchemy ingredient.

Not just in elixirs in potions but even in pill concoctions. When I asked what this was even Sting seemed to have understood what a pill was. Apparently it is a massive business in alchemy to create pills using all kinds of various magical ingredients in the world. While some of the Master Alchemists can even concoct pills using magical crystals as the base but it usually only works when using much higher tier crystals. Apparently you can gain permanent stats with it but according to Sting never skills.

I guess it could almost potentially work like my Cooking skill I recently gained. The higher the grade of meat and you could even learn a trait like the 25 regeneration a second from that Hydra….

Just thinking of the gold we could earn from this is going to be phenomenal and should easily jumpstart our territories finances. However, I can’t sell just anything to the public as some of these things I believe should be kept to us as according to Sting these are things entire Kingdoms would move to kill for something like this. If I was a Cook and had this skill people would unite and force me to join them but considering who I am, Sting thinks people would obviously treat the situation much differently.

I can’t deny any of what that Elf and Sting said as I too want all the benefits of the resources Balor can give us and Pek and several of the races are going to be taking care of this for me now. I simply can’t wait to sink my teeth into whatever heart that thing has…. One skill from something like Malthiel who was the creation of a god was something that changed everything for me. I can’t imagine what that of a fallen dieity would bring me. I’ll have to go back and join them after I warp my mother back home she can’t be away from Sasha and everyone else or they might worry.

As we were exiting the bathhouse I then saw a glimpse of Sting in the corner of the pool sitting next to that same Arachnee he was caught fooling around with and having a drink….’ Wait didn’t he leave with Cassandra and all them oh well I’ll just leave him be.’

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Elyria’s POV

“Teehee…That looks great on you!” - Sona

“Do a spin one more time!” - Aurora

“Yes, Alpha’s mother is truly stunning and has so much grace.” – Annunake

“I must say these clothes are rather comfortable.”

I smiled towards the Annunake and the Pixies while looking at the dress in one of their large mirrors. It almost looked similar to one the Lord Tyrule’s wife once had but this one simply looks made out of silver.

Each of them have been rather friendly with me, I can only imagine they are simply trying to repay their kindness that Vali has shown them to me… Well it sure is a lot different than what I’m use to I suppose.

“Well… I think I’m done trying out clothes now. We should probably go see where everyone else is at… Oh where is Ari for that matter?”

As I spoke to each of them I realized they still couldn’t quite get anything I was saying. It truly is difficult without Vali in the room.

“Ari?”

I then started trying showing hand expressions until one of the pixies smiled and started to pull my hand.

Immediately the small blue pixie started to fly infront of me while holding onto my arm. Walking next to me were several other pixies as well as the five other demi human woman as well.

We continued to walk through this massive mansion that puts even Tyrule Castle to shame. It has so many rooms in it and the floor is made of such a soft material.

As we continued through the long hallways and down the stairs I then see a small group of demi humans gathered together who look familiar. I can see Adimar and Akino.

As we continued to walk downstairs I notice it is rather quiet. One of those downstairs then looked up and put their fingers to their mouth to signal them to be quiet.

The pixie in front of me stopped and then we all started to slowly walk down the stairs.

As we got to where the small group was I saw why everyone was being so quiet.

There sitting in a small padded couch was my son fast asleep. In his arms I can now see that Ari had found her way back to him and is now sleeping with a large smile on her face and wrapping her arms around him.

As I smiled towards this I could see several of the other demi humans smiling as well…. The two were passed out, and these were the two who were the heroes of the day.

“We should let them rest…. When was the last time you saw Alpha get some rest. We should let him sleep for a few hours and tend to things for him.” – Adimar

The large wolf man that spoke was the same wolf who had come to our house alongside Vali before. I now know that he along with all those in this dungeon have been trapped here for their whole lives on this continent without anyone in the outside world knowing. Adimar then looked at me and bowed and spoke a few words I could quite grasp but I could hear the words Ru ru Kai and Vali.

The other white wolves did the same and then began to leave while only a small few remained. The pixies as well as a few of the same attendants who gave me clothes decided to stick around as well. Either that or they are just following me.

‘Hmm… Well I suppose I can lay down for a few minutes as well before we head back home.’

I brushed my hands through my sons hair and he lightly reacted to it but looked to have been so tired.

I lied down next to my son and placed my head onto his shoulder and shut my eyes.

“Mm…this is …huh.’

Tee hee

I opened my eyes and there crawling up on the couch next to us were the same small demi humans as before but now their shining wings of light and diamond are gone. They each tried to fit on the small couch without waking up Vali at all and I realized they too had found a real closeness to him.

All those in this dungeon have been touched so much by him and again I’m simply without words for some of his actions.

One of the pixies sat on each of my legs and then leaned onto Vali and attempted to fall asleep as well. Their bright glows dimmed slightly but it wasn’t aggravating to the eyes. It simply brought forth a rather comforting and warm glow that kept my body nice and warm.

‘….Mmmm this is nice….Iris, wherever you are right now, I hope it is somewhere safe and you too can hope to find happiness as I have…. I have faith my son will find you and I will see you again.’

I then closed my eyes and quickly drifted off to sleep.

End of Chapter

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