Endless Path : Infinite Cosmos

Due to the state she was in, Luvia had Sophia reorganize her schedule before contacting her family and updating them on the situation. The management of their businesses could easily be handled by her mother for a few months so, with the passage of time in the Projection, Luvia was confident there wouldn't be any issues. What she was more concerned about, at least for the time being, was the fact she couldn't even walk without assistance. It wasn't that there was anything wrong with her legs and muscles, but even standing upright was 'troublesome' for her at the moment.Despite this, Luvia decided to make the most of the situation and, as it was irrefutably Vahn's fault, she had him pamper and attend her as compensation. This included carrying her around the suit like a princess, helping her bathe, and massaging her legs 'properly'. Since he was very aware of the fact she wasn't faking her condition, Vahn dutifully carried out her requests as, compared to how Nobunaga would behave at times, Luvia's demands were pretty tame. The only complaint he had, which he kept to himself, was that she would undoubtedly recover faster if he wasn't around.Currently, Luvia's body was reacting to his presence alone and, as he helped her stretch to ease the tensions in her thighs and legs, Luvia's face would become red as her body heated up to the point her eyes began to water. She was even more sensitive than the women he had performed Nirvana Rebirth on, putting Vahn in a relatively precarious situation as it was difficult to resist the heated looks she was giving him. This was exacerbated by the fact she was only wearing a leotard and, as she hugged her own body to control her breathing, Vahn felt as if his own restraints were being pulled apart slowly and meticulously.Fortunately, Luvia was able to avoid tempting him outright so, after their exercises had come to an end, she managed to calm down by asking about the affairs of Avalon. Since he also needed the distraction, Vahn answered each of her questions while also explaining about the Quest Board and his [World Power] Quest. As Luvia was the closest thing to a Political Advisor and Magistrate that he had, her opinion was very important when it came to foreign affairs. Most of the domestic matters would be attended by Artoria, himself, and Da Vinci, so, while she was also his Keeper of the Imperial Seal, Luvia also served as his Minister of Foreign Affairs and Finance.As could be expected, Luvia was very interested in the existence of the Quest Board, to the point her golden eyes were practically blazing with intrigue and expectation. If it worked the way that Vahn had explained, the Quest Board may very well become one of the most important pieces of leverage she could use to entice other parties. Just the existence of the Skill Tree would shake the foundation of the Mage's Association as it almost completely invalidated the current curriculum. The only 'downside' was that it required accepting Vahn's Familia Crest or entering a binding contract with him to access its capabilities. Fortunately, as it was considered 'common sense' that benefits could only be obtained if you were willing to give up some freedoms, there would still be quiet a few people willing to join their camp.While thinking of ways to capitalize on this revelation, Luvia was also thinking about Vahn's [World Power] Quest. Though it seemed impossible to complete, at least from a 'normal' perspective, she had no doubt he would be able to pull it off. The more important matter was determining the order in which he challenged each force. If Vahn didn't plan to destroy them outright, they would also need to consider things like the allocation of resources while simultaneously removing any divisive elements to establish a proper balance in the aftermath. After all, taking on the Mage's Association, Holy Church, and Dead Apostle Ancestors was the same as taking on the entire world. This meant, even after claiming victory, they would suddenly find themselves in a position to dictate how the governments of each country functioned from the top down...Luvia had a migraine just thinking about how troublesome it would be to institute reforms in the various countries, even if the existence of Magecraft was made public. There would be political and social upheavals the world over as, despite the changes being for the better, there would be an endless amount of resistance. Even if Vahn wasn't intending to go to war against the world, normal people would tear it apart as they did everything in their power to hold on to the 'easy' lives they had lived previously. She could already imagine the crowds of millions, gathering to riot and protest while the more opportunistic amongst them built small criminal factions to benefit from the ensuing anarchy...After making her concerns known, Vahn gave an understanding nod in response and, as he had already discussed this matter with Artoria, Da Vinci, and Illya, he carefully explained, "I know the world isn't ready for the change we are bringing. In the decades that follow, I know millions of people would die, even conservatively. Even if we use the Holy Grail to change the perception of everyone in the entire world, the current structure of society guarantees this. There is nothing we can do about it besides doing our best to help as many people as we can..."Though he didn't have a full understanding of how each country worked, Vahn knew that it would be impossible for people to adapt to a new system smoothly. Since people the world over were extremely reliant on the current structure, perpetuating a cycle of infinite consumption and waste, a large number of people will die during the transition. The sad truth of the matter was, if not for the existence of a system that treated them as a commodity and errantly promoted capitalism, there wouldn't even be as many people in the world as there were at present. Even sadder still was the fact that, other than living as a part of the system, the vast majority of people contributed absolutely nothing to their species other than being another variable for genetic diversity.Vahn knew things weren't so cut and dry, as every individual deserved to live freely as they sought their own happiness. However, when their lifestyle directly harmed themselves and the planet, a bit of accountability was required. Without the system that promoted complacency and material wealth, the vast majority of people wouldn't even know what to do with their lives. They relied on the conveniences they were provided, to the point some didn't even know how to perform even basic skills such as fishing, hunting, or cooking. Without having things ready-made and provided to them, they would die as a result of 'natural selection', blaming others for failing them despite the fact they made no effort to change their fate...Though it wasn't a pleasant topic, Vahn and Luvia discussed ways to mitigate the damage and make the transition smoother. He brought up Da Vinci's idea about turning the entire world into a Bounded Field that turned the Surface into something akin to a virtual simulation. They also had the more extreme option, provided courtesy of Merlin, to create an entirely separate, looping, time axis where 'normal' humans would be able to live without any overlap with the existence of Magecraft. The only reason Vahn was against this idea was that it was akin to trapping the majority of humanity within a temporal prison but, as the Root System itself was already such an existence, it was hard not to consider.In response to these options, Luvia had a complex expression on her face but, knowing how much chaos the world would be thrown into as the Surface and Reverse Side began to meld together, it actually seemed like the best choice. After all, the alternative required them to come up with a system that ensured the survival of billions of people, many of whom wouldn't even be making an effort. They would just complain and protest until they either got their way or, failing that, take it from other people while blaming the system. This was the mindset of many criminals and, with the changes the world would soon face, such individuals would exponentially increase in number.After thinking it over, Luvia shook her head before asking, "Why not just focus on building our Empire and slowly expanding its borders? Rather than worrying about the governance of other countries, we can handle things both diplomatically and militarily. Though many would label you as a Tyrant and a Conquerer, you shouldn't have to be the one regulating everything. Since you will already be dealing with those at the highest level, you can pass your decree unto them and focus on strengthening the foundation of the Empire."As this was also something that had already been discussed, Vahn nodded his head, answering, "I have heard this suggestion multiple times. Even so, it isn't easy for me to ignore the suffering of people around the world...haaa..." If he went with this route, it would take a very long time before the changes he wanted to see could be implemented. However, as Luvia pointed out, it wasn't his responsibility to personally oversee the governance of every country. Instead, as she had brought up in the past, he could continually expand his territory and assign Heroic Spirits to govern in his stead. At the same time, the production of Companions would continue and, slowly but surely, the Empire would become an unstoppable force due to its prosperity and military might.The biggest problem with this method, as Vahn had stated, was the fact that even more people would die during the transition. There was also a chance that, if the transition period was too long, monsters would begin to appear all over the place, claiming even more lives. Though some people would undoubtedly awaken powers to be able to resist against these changes, becoming Heroes, their presence would either be preceded or immediately followed by, Villains. This would be an opportunity for them to dispatch forces of their own to establish order but, according to the simulations run by Ark, the total population of the world would have decreased to around 40% of its current value before finally stabilizing...Listening to Vahn's talk about such things was a sobering experience for Luvia as it almost felt like anything they tried to do would ultimately result in a grievous amount of death. Though it was the fault of the existing system, it was still rather depressing to think about the amount of suffering the world would experience during the transitory period. For a moment, she even hoped that they would be a little slow in stopping Angra Mainyu as, with a great evil wreaking havoc, it would actually be much easier to unite people in the aftermath. They also wouldn't be responsible for the deaths as, being the literal manifestation of 'All the World's Evils', Angra Mainyu was a force of nature that humans had wrought upon themselves...Deciding that such matters, while important, could always be discussed later, Luvia cleared her head of negative thoughts before asking, "How soon until the next summoning? Also, when do you plan to establish the Heaven's Feel Ritual?" As the situation would change with each force Vahn managed to either subjugate or subordinate, Luvia would rather focus on more pressing matters. She was also looking forward to increasing her own strength as, with the existence of the Quest Board and Skill Tree, she felt it would be a simple matter with her prodigious talent and firm conviction.Since he also didn't feel like discussing the troubles of the future in the present, Vahn adopted a gratified smile in response to Luvia's questions, answering, "If things continue as projected, it will be possible to summon others as early as next week. Da Vinci was a bit annoyed with the fact that so many Spirits had come to reside on Avalon but it's undeniably a good thing. As for the ritual...it will take a bit of time. The current process requires a willing sacrifice that possesses a significant amount of Od...for now, we're researching a solution. I know it is impossible to build an Empire without sacrifices but I will never send others to their death arbitrarily..."Hearing Vahn's words, Luvia wasn't at all surprised by the fact a wish-granting ritual required a few sacrifices. This wouldn't even cause the majority of modern Magi to flinch as, if it meant access to the Root or having their wish granted, there were few lengths they wouldn't go to. Hearing Vahn adamantly state he would find a better way, one which didn't require such sacrifice, Luvia couldn't help feel a small amount of vindication. At the same time, however, she felt a bittersweet twinge in her body, causing her to release a hot sigh as she suddenly looked at Vahn with blame clearly visible in her gaze.Laughing awkwardly at Luvia's sudden change, Vahn guided the conversation down a different tangent, asking, "Do you want to accompany me back to Avalon?" In response to this, Luvia kept staring at him for a few seconds before answering, "Of course. If I stayed outside, our child would be several years behind its siblings. I've already explained the situation to my family so we will first travel to London before returning." Then, remembering something, Luvia added, "When we reach London, you'll need to meet with Lord Animusphere. He contacted me a few days ago to arrange a meeting, presumably over the matter regarding Chaldea, Olga, or both."With Luvia's reminder, the image of a pale-haired woman flashed across his mind, her face fixed in a perpetual blush. At this rate, it was only a matter of time before his and Olga's relationship moved to the next level so, before then, it would be good to discuss the matter directly between her and Marisbury. It still wasn't too late for her to change her mind and, as he would continue to support her regardless of her choice, now was as good a time as any to take care of it.Even if the odds were 'astronomically' small, Vahn 'needed' the choice to be Olga's to avoid any future guilt he might feel as a result of her bashful, haughty, yet eager-to-please mentality. Besides, though it seemed like Marisbury was okay with it, Vahn needed to make things clear. Since he would want his own daughters, and their future lovers, to be forthright with him, he needed to set a proper example himself.Luvia hadn't missed the subtle change in Vahn's expression but, considering she was the one who orchestrated the current situation, she had nothing to say. Though it had only been eighteen days since she left Avalon, this translated to nearly one-hundred-and-thirty within the Projection. A lot could change over the course of three months so she was actually more surprised by the fact that Vahn hadn't done 'more'. She could tell from his reaction that he was still 'troubled' by Olga and, though there was a glimmer of expectation in his gaze, her intuition told her he had been holding back. Because of this, she was looking forward to meeting the pale-haired woman again as it was both fun and easy to tease her...---Though it would be better to head back sooner, Vahn left Luvia in the care of her own forces, Siegfried, and Lakshmibai as he left The Plaza alongside Kenshin. He had promised to take her to the Zoo and, after his long night with Lakshmibai, the latter had elected to stay behind in order to show Kenshin her gratitude. As a result, Kenshin was wearing casual clothes, consisting of form-fitting black capris, a black cashmere sweater, a white designer coat, tinged with tufts of golden fur, and matching boots. With her hair braided in a loose black-and-white style, combined with her long legs and lean figure, she really did look a lot like a model or an actress.Despite giving off the aura of a 'cool beauty', matching Vahn's own rather domineering presence, he quickly learned this was just an illusion. After purchasing tickets, Kenshin dragged him around rather forcefully, a radiant and child-like smile on her face. Since Zoos weren't really a thing while she was alive, seeing so many animals gathered together was exciting for Kenshin. Though she had struggled to make connections with humans during her life, she never had any trouble when it came to interacting with animals. Even when she simply sat in her courtyard meditating, or when she took a walk through the mountains, animals would naturally gravitate toward her.Vahn wasn't enjoying himself as much as Kenshin, as he felt melancholic seeing animals locked up for the amusement of humans but, remembering that the Ganesha Familia had used monsters to educate the citizens of Orario, he didn't have much to say. He could also tell that the vast majority of these animals were treated relatively well, to the point that some were as fat and complacent as the people gawking at them. Though he did go out of his way to observe the interior kennels and enclosures, as not all the animals were on display due to the winter season, Vahn found they were treated well enough, even if not to his own standards.So as not to ruin the mood, Vahn did his best to match Kenshin's enthusiasm and, as there were actually a number of particularly cute animals, he began to enjoy himself by lunchtime. If not for the fact people would periodically try to snap photos of them, Vahn would have been in a much better mood. Still, he didn't mind them too much as, compared to how some people would act in Danmachi, there were virtually no threats here in New York. Even Luvia wasn't able to exercise her full capabilities here so, while there had been a few Magi secretly stalking them, Vahn wasn't too concerned. Instead, he enjoyed his time holding hands with Kenshin as they toured around the small Zoo, making the most of their impromptu date.(A/N: Alternate Titles: 'RIP Luvia','Vahn needs to learn how to properly delegate (e,...,e)','Kenshin is adorable')https://bit.ly/2XBzAYu &lt;-(p.atreon link)paypal.me/EinlionDiscord Invite: https://discord.gg/mn5xMbE

After nearly seven hours of flight time, Vahn stepped onto the tarmac of the London International Airport before taking a deep breath of the mana-rich air. Though the overall density was a far cry compared to Avalon's, it was still much more comfortable than the stagnant and polluted air in New York.Seeing Vahn's relaxed look, Luvia giggled to herself before extending her hand out so that Vahn could help her down. Though she had been able to recover enough to walk, her movement was still restricted greatly. If not for the fact she was reinforcing her legs with Magecraft, she might not even be able to stand without resting for a few days.Dutifully taking Luvia's hand, Vahn helped guide her onto the tarmac before they alighted towards a motorcade waiting at the side. Siegfried, Kenshin, and Lakshmibai were already waiting for them, with Kenshin even being the one to open the door for their entry.Vahn wasn't too fond of traveling by plane or car but, as it was still too early for him to begin making a scene, he followed Luvia's advice on the matter. Since her forces also needed time to mobilize and make preparations, it was easier on them if he slowed his pace in non-emergency situations.Fortunately, while traveling in such a way was rather boring, Vahn didn't have to worry too much as he was in good company. He actually liked pampering his women and, during the long trip over the Atlantic, Luvia had continued to pester him about what he had done to her body. Since she wasn't really mad, he found her behavior rather adorable, allowing her to take some small advantages of him.Due to how early in the morning it was, close to 4 AM, the roads were relatively empty so the trip towards the Edelfelt Mansion was shorter than normal. Vahn also noticed that, despite the fact he shouldn't be all that popular within London, there were only a few probes to try and peer into the cars, none of which seemed to carry truly malicious intent.When asked, Luvia giggled mischievously before reminding him that people, for good reason, feared things like Curses and Counter Curses. Since they were in the heart of the Mage's Association, most of the truly dangerous people would be able to mask their intentions. If they lacked this ability, there would be ample ways to deal with them, many perfectly justifiable according to Magus Law.Though the information he received wasn't anything particularly new, Vahn was reminded of how deeply rooted the established families were. They were like snakes that had burrowed underground to preserve their strength through a cold winter. Until an opportune moment presented itself, they would continue to lay in wait until their prey was foolish enough to enter their territory.For better or worse, Vahn felt his instincts as a hunter kick in at this thought, giving him the urge to pay some of the families a personal visit to see how they would react. Since the Monarchal Families were listed in his Objectives, he figured picking one amongst them would be the fastest method to secure power within the Association. He was looking forward to them antagonizing him in the near future; probably more than he should have...As a woman raised in a family that threw themselves onto the frontlines readily, Luvia recognized the glint in Vahn's eye, causing a predatory smile to spread across her face. She was also looking forward to the future as, despite the fact she had lost the battle for the position official Empress, there were ample ways in which she could secure her own power and contribute to the growth of the Empire.---Despite the fact it was early in the morning, Olivia had been awaiting their arrival. The moment she saw Luvia, she vanished like a phantom but, unlike before, Vahn could easily follow her with his eyes. This caused her to raise her brow slightly while looking at him but, far more interested in the state of her granddaughter, Olivia pulled out a strange black gemstone before placing it near Luvia's navel.For a brief moment, Luvia's body tensed up before the gemstone suddenly changed from black to a light shade of red. This actually caused both her and Olivia to become even tenser until, moments later, the gemstone flashed white before turning into dust. Though this also stunned them quite a bit, Luvia seemed to regain her strength after a few seconds, tackling him full force as she shouted, "As expected of my Vaaaahn~! Ohohohoho~"Understanding Vahn's confusion, Olivia explained, "You can look down on us for it if you want, but that little black gemstone is a common item within the established families. It is a rare mineral that can measure the fate of an individual even as a fertilized ovum. We call it Potentiaalikivi in our home country but the Mage's Association calls it the Stone of Fate.The moment Vahn heard the explanation, Sis had already located the item within the system shop, showing it had a value of 7,000OP. This was actually cheaper than he expected but, considering it seemed to be a single-use item, without any meaningful benefits, it made sense.Seeing Vahn's tame reaction, Olivia began to snicker before explaining, "You don't seem surprised by the fact the gemstone broke. It is actually a big deal and, if the Mage's Association learned of it, at least in normal circumstances, they would put a Sealing Designation on both you and Luvia. A child with the potential to break a Potentiaalikivi theoretically has no limits to their growth."Luvia nodded her head in affirmation, albeit while stroking her cheek against his, but Vahn was still acting casually as he smiled in response and said, "Not just my children, but everyone has unlimited potential. In some situations, it is just harder to tap into. Rather than a god, I will elevate my children to the point that gods aspire to reach the same heights."Hearing Vahn's bold statement, neither woman seemed too surprised but Luvia, already hanging on his body with renewed strength, was beginning to heat up. Fortunately, she had the wherewithal to release him before things became disastrous for her, earning a 'knowing' look from her grandmother that caused her face to flush even redder. Then, perhaps trying to get a rise out of both of them, she looked towards Vahn with a predatory look similar to the one Luvia would sometimes display, saying, "If I were a few years younger, I might take a bite out of you myself. It is unfortunate that I've already left things to the current generation~."Vahn just laughed in a lighthearted manner after hearing Olivia's words and, though he was tempted to pay her a compliment about her beauty, despite her age, he ultimately kept mum. He knew she wasn't joking around when she said such things so, to avoid a situation where he was attacked by multiple generations of Edelfelts, it was better to just laugh it off. Though this caused Oliva to squint her eyes toward him, Vahn was confident she wouldn't try to harm her granddaughter's position by acting on her 'instincts'.---As they couldn't talk about it through traceable means, Luvia disclosed everything he had previously told her to Olivia over breakfast. He didn't particularly mind this, as it wasn't intended to be a secret from his allies, so he dutifully gave clarifying answers when questioned. As could be expected, Olivia was more than a little interested in the existence of the Quest Board, saying, "I would like to see this Quest Board for myself. If it is how you describe, I believe it is in the interest of the Empire and the Edelfelt family to take full advantage of such a wondrous opportunity. I'd like to send a group of our family's Elites to begin accepting Quests to see how rapidly their strength can be increased. As we're already involved in various matters all over the world, it would also provide you with ample data."Since Vahn had already discussed something similar with Luvia during the plane ride, he nodded his head in affirmation before saying, "Luvia will be bringing her own escort to tend to her needs within the castle. It will still be some time until the Empire is ready to accept too many outsiders, regardless of whether they are allies. There are a lot of changes that will be occurring in the near future but, at the very least, I can accept those of Edelefelt blood and their direct subordinates."Without arguing against it, Olivia gave an understanding nod before stating, "Umu, that is for the best. The Empire shouldn't be so easily accessible before you manage to cement your foundation."Understanding full well the issues with allowing a 'foreign' power into your midst before you had a functioning hierarchy, Oliva didn't try to press the issue at all. She trusted Luvia's judgment and, with it being obvious they had already discussed the matter, she would leave it at that. Just being able to see and use the Quest Board for herself was more than enough, at least for the time being.Since Lord Animusphere would be arriving around lunchtime, Vahn made the decision to return to Avalon to address the matter of the Quest Board as soon as possible. Before then, Luvia gathered a group of Maids and, though it was unnecessary, a Chef. This wasn't because she didn't like the food served in Avalon, but more so to make them either learn how to cook from Circe or raise their Skill through the Quest Board. As there was indeed a [Cooking] Skill, it would only be a matter of time before the curiously blue-haired Chef was able to reach a level of mastery others would struggle to imagine.To prevent any 'issues', Luvia's entourage was entirely comprised of females as, despite the fact they were all Elites in their own right, the entire purpose of their stay in Avalon was to attend her. Though there were numerous trustworthy Butlers and male combat Elites, Luvia was aware of the presence of Homunculi within the castle and simply wanted to avoid causing any unnecessary trouble. Since she was also aware that Vahn would be summoning more males in the near future, Luvia was considering playing matchmaker between her attendants and some of Vahn's present and future subordinates.Currently, the only males within the entirety of Avalon, besides a number of Fae, were Vahn, Merlin, Siegfried, and Heracles. When they had discussed the upcoming summons, however, Vahn informed her that Heracles' family, consisting of two sons, combined with Karna, Gawain, and, if he had the resources, Galahad. Though she didn't quite agree with summoning these particular individuals, as there were a number of more 'useful' Heroic Spirits, Luvia wasn't going to press the issue. What she was more concerned about was establishing more connections between her family and the Empire, ensuring they would continue being allies into the far future.---Upon returning to Avalon, Vahn informed Kenshin and Lakshmibai that they would be staying for at least a day, allowing the two to return and rest properly. As for Siegfried, he accompanied the group to the Knight's Training Grounds as it was both the location of his home and the Quest Board. In his past life, he had done his best to fulfill the wishes of others so, having a convenient board that would allow him to serve the Empire was of significance to him. His travels around the world with Luvia had awakened the spirit of a Hero that had been slumbering inside of him. Now, in order to make Vahn's dream of a better world a reality, he wanted to contribute more than just protecting the Empire and its residents.With Siegfried's inclusion, the group had a total of nine people, a Companion, and a fat black cat. By the time they reached the Knight's Training Grounds, however, the total had increased to twelve as, with Fenrir always knowing when and where he was, she brought over Mordred and Sakura with her.Thus, while carrying Sakura and letting Mordred ride his shoulders, the most common way in which they traveled together, Vahn led the way to the Quest Board as Olivia and Luvia's entourage looked around the castle in awe.After reaching the large black slab of stone, Vahn set Sakura on the ground but Mordred continued to ride on his shoulders, leaning against the top of his head with a toothy grin. Since it had been a few days since their last meeting, at least from the perspective of Mordred, Vahn decided to spoil her a bit. As for Sakura, she was decidedly more mature than her older sister so, after looking toward the latter with a concerned expression, she let the matter lay while even demonstrating how to use the Quest Board for the rest of the group.Following Sakura's example, Luvia and Olivia both placed their palms against the warm black stone but, as could be expected, Quests only appeared for the former. This caused Olivia to give a curt nod and, after helping Luvia select Quests she would be able to complete without endangering her child, she turned to Vahn, asking, "Your Majesty...we are more or less family at this point, correct? If it is not too much trouble, I would like to have your Familia Crest inscribed in the near future."Having expected this request, Vahn gave a curt nod before explaining, "That is my intention. I can do the same for Luvia's entourage, but only if you are able to tolerate the presence of my Empress and her attendant." As he didn't trust himself to be alone in a room with Olivia and Luvia, for a variety of different reasons, Vahn intended to use Artoria and Gray as his shield. This didn't go unnoticed by either of the golden-haired women, eliciting a mischevious laugh from both of them as they looked toward him with predatory eyes.Noticing the way her Chichue was being looked at, Mordred glared at Olivia and Luvia in response, even though they were just playing around. This caused Olivia's expression to turn somewhat serious as, for a brief moment, she felt very real killing intent from the small child. As for Luvia, she faired better than her grandmother as, having met and conversed with Mordred a few times, the latter had already 'accepted' her presence around Vahn.Since he could feel the change in Mordred, Vahn shrugged his shoulders slightly, causing Mordred to bounce before she snorted through her nose and adopted a pouting expression while looking away. This allowed Olivia to breathe easier, causing her to lightly pat her chest as she remarked, "I see your daughter as the potential to be a powerful Knight in the future. I'm certain she makes you very proud, Your Majesty~."Though she had been pouting before, Mordred's ears twitched in response to Olivia's words before a toothy grin replaced her dour expression. She began to rub the back of her head while puffing out her non-existent chest as she proudly claimed, "I am Chichiue's eldest child! I will also be the one to become Emperor in the future! Just you wait, shishishishi~"Seeing how easily Mordred was baited by Olivia's words, Vahn issued a light chuckle while Olivia and Luvia did the same. At the side, Fenrir looked at her young protege with a prideful look of her own while, standing next to her, Sakura had a 'tired' look as she shook her head. She had spent every day at her onee-chan's side over the last few months so she had already grown used to her carefree and rather 'simple' nature. Still, after shaking her head in mild exasperation, Sakura adopted a supportive smile as she looked up to her onee-chan quite a bit.---After a small welcoming feast, cooked by Circe as Luvia's Chef dutifully took notes and provided as much assistance as she was able, Vahn found himself in the Medical Ward where he treated the Homunculi. Artoria, Gray, and Sakura were present as he inscribed his Familia Crest on the 'obedient' Olivia. She knew better than to act out around Vahn's Empress as, even if she could get away with it, forming any bad blood would just complicate things in the future. Since Artoria had a very serious disposition, Olivia didn't want to test the waters only to discover it was an acid bath.-------------------------------------------------------------------[Status]Name: [Olivia Kulta Edelfelt]Age: 97Race: HumanStrength: 24CEndurance: 17DAgility: 19DMagical Power: 8EGood Luck: 39BCircuit Quality: 28CNoble Phantasm: (-)Origin: War, Fortune, WealthSkills: [Fang of the Wolf God:Innate:S], [Call of the Battlefield:Innate:A], [Herald of Fortune:Innate:C], [Golden Rule:B], [Martial Arts:A], [Marksmanship:S], [Presence Concealment:C], [Etiquette:A], [Dancing:B]Magic: (-)Magecraft: [Od Conversion:S], [Conversion:A], [Catalyze:A], [Jewel:A], [Reinforce:A], [Mystic Code:A], [Magic Coat:B], [True Gandr:E~S], [Counter Curse:A], [Restoration:C], [Familiar:E], [Projection:D], [Alchemy:A][Marksmanship]Rank: SUse: Skill and accuracy with ranged weapons. At this rank, the user is skilled enough to shoot the wings of a fly without killing it.[Presence Concealment]Rank: CUse: The ability to move undetected and conceal your presence from others. At this rank, the user could move uninhibited through intermediate magical formations without triggering them.[True Gandr]Rank: E~SUse: A specialized form of Gandr that is only usable by the oldest Magus families within Finland, the location of the spell's origin. At this rank, the only limits to the spell's use and destructive capabilities are the user's imagination.-------------------------------------------------------------------(A/N: Alternate Titles: 'Vahn's children are OP from conception xD...','Mordred is super spoiled','Olivia is quite monstrous...?')https://bit.ly/2XBzAYu &lt;-(p.atreon link)paypal.me/EinlionDiscord Invite: https://discord.gg/mn5xMbE

Chapter 1218: Turmoil : Reprieve