Endless Path : Infinite Cosmos

With the day of his wedding arriving in the blink of an eye, Vahn had a massive smile on his face as he stood at the end of a long aisle. He was actually feeling a little giddy, and, though he usually had excellent control over his body, he couldn't help but jitter slightly in anticipation.Though it was originally intended to be a small affair, news of the coming weddings had leaked to the population of the Garden of Avalon. As a result, there were thousands of Elves and Elemental Spirits in attendance. Vahn even got Yggdrillia to conduct the ceremony, her smile nearly rivaling his own as she stood on the opposite side of a wooden altar in ceremonial robes. This was the first time she was actually performing the duties of a Dragon Priestess, so, even if part of her wished she was on the other side of the altar, Yggdrillia was still extremely excited...Had it been a normal event, Vahn would have made some small talk to try and calm his nerves, but, with the hour drawing to a close, he was too excited for such distractions. By the time music began to play, he felt like his heart was going to burst out of his chest as he quickly shooed away a few of the more curious Elementals who had wandered near. This left only him and Fenrir standing across from Yggdrillia, the former serving as both his ringbearer and his attendant for the purposes of the ceremony.With the sounds of nature blending together to create a beautiful harmony with each other, Vahn's smile somehow managed to become even more prominent, his chest swelling with pride as he saw an indescribably beautiful woman appear beneath the first of many arches. This was obviously Eva, but, as it was his first time seeing her wearing the pactio raiment, her beauty overwhelmed him like a tsunami slamming into a seawall. All thoughts were erased from his mind, and, though he wanted to say something, the most he managed to do was stare slack-jawed as she began her march down the aisle, Jinbei and Karin serving as her escorts.Though he would have liked to craft her a wedding dress by hand, even Vahn wasn't sure he would have been able to produce a more suitable gown than the one provided by Eva's Pactio. It perfectly hugged her body in all the right places, and, though it was likely an effect of the raiment itself, both her presence and overall beauty seemed to be multiplied. Even the large crowd of Elves and Spirits were completely awed by her presence, their heads moving like swivels as they stared wide-eyed at the veiled woman walking down the aisle with a bouquet of crystalline flowers...Noticing Vahn's expression and the way he was looking at her, Eva could scarcely move forward without the help of Jinbei and Karin. Fortunately, while the latter seemed to be acting as more of an anchor than anything else, Jinbei dutifully led her down the aisle with his usual lazy smile. The only real difference between his current appearance and his usual self was that he had actually dressed up for the occasion by donning a white tuxedo. As for Karin, she was wearing a pale-pink gown that was heavily adorned with flowers, clothes that didn't particularly match her disposition, but, due to her beauty, suited her well.Eva found it was easier to move forward if she focused on other things, but, in the span of what felt like both an eternity and a single breath, Jinbei was already helping her ascend the small step at the end of the aisle. Shortly thereafter, she became intimately familiar with the kind of shoes that Vahn was wearing, as, for several seconds, Eva simply couldn't summon the courage to look up at him. It wasn't until Vahn had gingerly lifted her chin that their gazes met once again, tears already welling in Eva's eyes as a brilliant shade of crimson dyed her face...Seeing his bride-to-be up close, Vahn felt like his breath was forcibly drawn from his lungs with a magical spell. He had no words or thoughts to describe what he was currently feeling, and, if not for the music suddenly coming to a halt, he had the distinct impression he might have been trapped in that singular moment for all eternity. Eva was simply that captivating to him, and, if not for the large audience, he wouldn't have been able to resist kissing her before the ceremony's completion.Fortunately, as there were no formal proceedings for how a wedding 'needed' be conducted within the Empire, the ceremony itself merely involved Yggdrillia formally introducing the bride and groom before issuing a simple blessing and allowing Vahn and Eva to make their own statements. This was something Vahn had prepared extensively for, but, due to the fact Eva had been fighting back tears since the start of the ceremony, his 'speech' ultimately amounted to tenderly wiping away the tears from her face as he struggled to put his feelings into words. When it came time for her own speech, Eva just buried her face into his chest, crying for several minutes as she thanked him over and over...Despite how 'disastrously' things seemed to be going, none of the audience seemed to think that way. In fact, due to how sensitive they were to emotions, many of the Elves in attendance followed suit, tears streaming down their faces as they embraced their close friends and kin. It was quite the sight to behold, and, though it made the wedding almost feel like a mourning party, it was bound to become one of the most tender memories in the minds of everyone in attendance...When everything was said and done, the ceremony was brought to an end in much the same way as most weddings. Vahn returned Eva's ring to her, and, after a very long and passionate kiss, they simply held each other closely for the better part of twenty minutes. It was only after Jinbei asked, "So, when are we going to eat?" that the spell freezing the moment in time seemed to be broken...---As Eva wasn't in the mood to attend the party, Vahn ended up carrying her all the way to the fiftieth ring, a place where time flowed at a rate of 500:1. This would give them about fifty days to spend in each others' company before the next wedding was scheduled to begin, more than enough time to consummate their wedding and adapt to their lifestyle as newlyweds.After landing soundlessly near the front door of a somewhat lavish mansion, Vahn willed it to open using his telepathy before carrying Eva across the threshold. He had been flying with Eva in a bridal carry, and, though it wasn't exactly a tradition of the Empire, he had performed a similar action with most of his brides in the past...Feeling the change in temperature, Eva slowly opened her swollen eyes to observe the interior of the mansion. This was her first time inside, and, though she didn't feel even remotely alone, her first impression was that the house was very 'empty'. The only people within tens of kilometers was her and Vahn, something she had been both looking forward to and fearing quite a bit...Noticing the not-so-subtle tensing of his wife's body, Vahn just held her a little closer to him as he said, "You know I would never do anything to intentionally harm you. It's perfectly normal to feel a little anxious and afraid...just remember that you are in control. I won't force you to do anything you aren't comfortable with, and, if there is ever anything troubling you, I will always be here to listen..."Though she felt greatly relieved by the heartfelt words, Eva still rolled her eyes slightly with a small smile visible on her face. Then, after mustering up as much courage as she could gather, she turned her eyes up at him and said, "Carry me to the bedroom...I still need to show you the other features of this dress..."Feeling his heart beating madly in his chest, Vahn barely resisted the urge to simply teleport to the bedroom with Eva in his arms. He had been looking forward to this moment for quite a while, and, though he had a considerable amount of experience under his belt, he was even giddier now than his first time with Ais and Tiona. Eva was like a Goddess within his heart, so, despite having quite a number of actual Goddesses in his harem, Vahn couldn't help but feel excitement bubbling within him like a pot of water that had been left unattended atop a stove.Resisting the urge to kick the door of the bedroom open, Vahn manipulated the handle with his telepathy before protecting Eva's head as he maneuvered her over the threshold. Then, almost as if they had trespassed into another world, the atmosphere became increasingly tense and fluttery the closer Vahn carried Eva to the bed. He could feel her heart beating faster a scared rabbit, but, unlike the past, Eva made absolutely no attempts to stop him as laid her down on the bed and stood over her with what could only be described as a hungry expression on his face...Despite her chest heaving and her mind buzzing from excessive oxygen intake, Eva still felt short of breath as she stared up into Vahn's face. It took most of her willpower just to avoid rolling bashfully to the side, burying her face into her hands and tucking up her legs up into a fetal position. She felt that all of her preparations had been for naught, but, rather than shying away, Eva forced herself to meet Vahn's gaze as her left hand moved to the tiny cross resting above her breasts...Vahn had a lot of expectations about the features Eva alluded to previously, but, even though he had seen something similar in the past, nothing could have prepared him for the moment when the fabric covering her chest dissolved away. At the same time, her gown seemed to melt into the white sheet, magical light enveloping it before ultimately vanishing moments later. In its stead, Eva's pure white stockings, panties, and garter belt came into view, each perfectly adhered to her fair skin...Realizing Eva's intentions, Vahn's smile became even wider as a cool feeling swept across his mind, forcing him to remain calm. Before he could manage this, however, Eva extended her arms towards him, her face the reddest he had ever seen it as she seductively 'whimpered', "What are you waiting for...? Hold me, you dummy..."Though he managed to hold onto his sensibilities, Vahn discarded his hesitation the moment he heard Eva's words. Then, as she bit onto the back of her finger hard enough to draw blood, he pried apart her legs, quickly discarding the side-tie lace panties in order to prepare her body for what was to come. Fortunately, she was already 'excessively' wet, so, rather than loosen her up, Vahn focused his mind on increasing her sensitivity and suffusing her body with source energy. At the same time, he extended his tongue deep enough to poke her cervix, wiggling it about like a living creature as his saliva took on the properties of a mild aphrodisiac and a numbing agent.Vahn was determined to make Eva's first time as pleasant as possible, so, even if she became a little 'weird' after the fact, they had nearly two months to work things through. This was mainly an effort to remove her inhibitions, as, despite appearing very demure and weak to being 'attacked', Eva was actually the proactive type that liked to push others. Losing her virginity was equivalent to opening up Pandora's Box, and, though he was confident she wouldn't go overboard, Vahn knew Eva was a ticking time bomb when it came to perverse intrigue...Despite knowing he was about to unleash a monster, Vahn slowly and methodically worked Eva's inside with his tongue until she was literally pulling his hair in an attempt to get him to stop. She had already climaxed more than a dozen times, but, rather than afford her a moment to rest, Vahn created extremely tiny and soft hooks on his tongue, much like a cat. That caused Eva to practically convulse, but, despite her protests, Vahn was keenly aware of the fact that she made no attempt to even try and escape.After escaping the lock Eva had on his head, Vahn laid her to rest on the bed, allowing her to take a few deep breaths as her body continued to twitch and convulse, legs spread wide. It was one of the most tantalizing sights Vahn had ever witnessed, and, though he regularly felt this way when he was about to make love to a woman, the image of Eva sprawled out in a lewd wedding dress had firmly cemented itself within Vahn's most cherished memories...Though he could have admired the sight until the end of time, Vahn eventually snapped out of his stupor, his expression becoming tender when he saw the desire visible in Eva's hazy blue eyes. She also noticed his gaze, so, the moment their eyes met, Eva continued gasping for air as she opened her legs a little wider. Then, with a tone that left no room for argument, she languidly extended her hands toward him and said, "Kiss me..." before adding, "I'm ready..."Understanding what she was asking of him, Vahn quickly adjusted his own position, resisting the urge to sink his fingers into Eva's soft thighs and plump butt. Then, after grabbing both her hands, he leaned over her body, raising her butt slightly with his knees, his member sinking deep into her fleshy cavern as their lips overlapped. She released a distressed squeal in response to this sudden intrusion, but, rather than pain, it was more like a high-pitched whine suffused with pleasure. This surprised Eva quite a bit, but, with a long tongue skillfully intertwining with her own, she found it hard to focus on anything until Vahn began a slow, steady, and maddening piston...(A/N: Alternate Titles: 'Vahn is like a puppy that just heard its owner pull in the driveway...','Tears speak louder than words','(OwO)...')https://bit.ly/2XBzAYu &lt;-(p.atreon link)paypal.me/EinlionDiscord Invite: https://discord.gg/Jwa8PKh

Though there were only a few hours remaining until they were scheduled to attend the wedding, this gave Vahn and Eva more than a week to 'cool down'. As a result, the former had a distant look in his eyes and a contented smile on his face as he absentmindedly stroked the body of the woman straddling him in the bath.Enjoying the feeling of warmth, the mild numbing sensation, and the pleasant tightness perpetually writhing around his lower body, Vahn couldn't help but release a contented sigh. This earned him a light chuckle from Eva, who, finished with her meal, retracted her teeth from his neck, a lustful look in her eyes as she licked the remaining blood from her lips.Following the loss of her virginity, Eva had subsequently removed the seal placed upon her body, once again becoming a Shinso Vampire. She had actually missed sucking his blood quite a bit, so, now that her body would no longer revert back to its virginal state, Eva didn't mind embracing the vampiric traits she had once disdained. Many of her fondest memories were sucking Vahn's blood, and, though it felt a little less meaningful now that she was no longer her 'chibi' self, Eva could now enjoy the extremely intimate interaction in a number of ways...Though she was tempted to accept his kiss, Eva dodged Vahn's lips, playfully giggling as she leaned away from him. The water they were in easily reached their chests, so, by leaning back, she could let her body float lazily, arms sprawled out as she flexed her abdominal muscles, effectively 'anchoring' herself in place. This earned her an accusatory look from her husband, but, rather than complain, Vahn decided to take advantage of the situation, leaning forward to pepper her chest and abdomen with delicate, ticklish, kisses.Unable to contain her laughter, Eva began giggling in response to Vahn's antics, her hand moving to habitually stroke his head. One of her favorite things about her husband was that, regardless of her own actions, he always knew just how to push her buttons. She was allowed to tease him freely, and, in exchange, he would shower her with love, affection, and, most importantly, understanding...Feeling Vahn's teeth lightly tug at her nipple, a sonorous moan escaped Eva's throat as she lightly smacked the top of his head and said, "Bad boy..." in a playfully chiding tone. Then, in spite of her own words, she wrapped her arms around his head, effectively pulling them beneath the surface of the water as she enjoyed having him suckle her breasts. At the same time, she could feel his penis expanding and contracting inside of her, it's size, shape, and length constantly changing despite the fact he wasn't moving his hips. Then, around the same time that she exhaled all the air in her lungs, an exceptionally warm and energy-rich liquid invaded her body from the inside, expanding through her body and causing the surroundings to ice over in an instant...---Finished with their three-hour-long bath, Vahn was helping Eva brush her hair as the woman in question enjoyed a short nap. They had hardly slept over the last forty-three days, and, though it wouldn't really affect her physically, she still needed to rest in order to recover from the mental and spiritual strain their 'exertions' had caused. As for Vahn, he didn't suffer from any detrimental effects at all, the boon of being an 'Overseer' level entity within his own Realm.Since he wanted to give her plenty of time to recuperate, Vahn was extremely slow and methodical with each of his actions. He treated Eva like a precious and fragile treasure, never shaking or stirring her body in despite the fact he was brushing her hair. As a result, it took him more than four hours to complete the relatively simple task, plenty of time for Eva to recuperate while another version of himself prepared their meals.Finished with his task, Vahn set aside one of the twenty-three combs he used to brush Eva's hair before lifting the sleeping beauty into a princess carry. This immediately resulted in her staring at him with a half-lidded expression, her smile becoming slightly more prominent as she nestled her head into his chest. She enjoyed being spoiled quite a bit, and, so long as she didn't go overboard, Vahn had no problems treating Eva like his personal, somewhat lewd, princess...Rather than carry Eva to the dining room, Vahn opted to settle down in the living room, holding the scantily clad beauty in his arms as he brought out several dishes from his Inventory. This caused Eva to lick her lips slightly before parting them, clearly expecting to be fed as she continued nuzzling up against him. Since this was pretty normal, Vahn happily obliged, and, in exchange for his service, the vixen vampire used her free hands to fondle and stroke his exposed member.Ever since their wedding night, neither Vahn nor Eva had bothered to wear 'proper' attire. Instead, they spent most of their days completely nude, and, even when he was cooking food, the only thing Vahn bothered wearing was an apron. As for Eva, she had tried on several hundred 'sexy' outfits, her favorites being a 'sexy maid' costume, her wedding dress, and a 'riding' outfit that consisted of a leather bodice, tight leather panties, strung-leather stockings, and a small harness that attached to the hips.Though Eva was far more sadistic than masochistic, she knew Vahn wasn't really interested in being dominated. To that end, she created her own version of her favorite outfit, and, depending on her mood, she used it to either 'ride' or be 'ridden'. She had a harness with attached reins that wrapped around his shoulders, but, more often than not, Vahn was 'allowed' to use the smaller harnesses like handholds, literally taking Eva for a ride and preventing her from 'escaping'...Eva might not be a masochist, but she really got into whatever role she was playing whenever they roleplayed together. She enjoyed more 'forceful' plays, but, the moment you managed to break her guard or catch her by surprise, she became exceptionally docile. Simply put, she was very proactive and exceptional on the attack, but, whenever the positions were reversed, she could become 'very' obedient. This was the reason why the maid outfit had become one of her favorites, as, whenever he played the part of her 'Master', Eva always enjoyed it a lot more than she would ever admit...With their long luncheon coming to an end, Eva spent a few more minutes just resting in Vahn's arms, a distant look on her face as she absentmindedly stroked his penis. Even now, she couldn't believe such a thing was able to fit inside of her, but, the moment that thought crossed her mind, so too did an inclination to take it inside once again. Since she no longer had to hold herself back, this was an impulse Eva gave into without a second thought, so, without even needing to explain her intentions, she adjusted her position, arms wrapping around Vahn's neck as he dutifully angled his glans to probe her perpetually tight entrance. Then, as their lips overlapped, Eva skillfully and intently wiggled her hips until he was completely inside of her, a place he had become intimately familiar with due to their seemingly never-ending intercourse...---Though she always had a stonefaced expression whenever she was around him, Karin, despite her Master's initial protests, had ultimately become Vahn's attendant. Her Cherubic nature gave her a strong compulsion to serve, so, with her Master wanting them to be equals, Karin 'forced' herself to serve the closest proxy, her Master's husband. As a result, she typically shadowed Vahn throughout the day, and, though he had never accepted her 'offer', there were even times when she asked if he was in need of her 'services'.Fortunately, despite fifty days passing since his departure with Eva, less than a day had passed back on the central island. As a result, Vahn didn't have to put up with Karin's antics for too long without Eva's presence. This was a blessing in disguise, as, despite her behavior around him, Vahn knew that Karin wasn't actually 'forcing' herself to attend him. Rather, ever since he had treated her body and withstood the punishment of Heaven, she had been proactively offering prayers to him before bed and after waking up.Karin had always been a very devout woman, so, after learning that Vahn was a God and witnessing his power within the Little Garden, her mentality towards him had changed completely. She viewed him in much the same way as Jeanne, but, due to her love and devotion towards Eva, she continued to put on a front. In her mind, Eva was the most important part of her existence, the person she had dedicated her everything to. Thus, even if she saw him as her God, this was secondary compared to her feelings towards Eva.Still, that didn't mean that Karin wasn't earnestly trying to serve him, so, when it came time for him to prepare for his wedding, she was there alongside the Chacha sisters to help him get dressed. This was, of course, completely unnecessary, but, as it was a special occasion, Vahn allowed them to help out. The Chacha sisters seemed to genuinely enjoy serving others, and, though Karin could be more than a little annoying at times, Vahn couldn't hate someone who loved and cherished Eva nearly as much as he did...Unaware of her Master-by-proxy's thoughts, Karin hid her feelings behind an emotionless mask as she straightened the tie around his neck. She even went out of her way to make the tie a little too tight, clearly intending to show her 'disdain' for him before dutifully fixing it moments later. As for the Chacha sisters, two were inspecting each and every part of Vahn's body for even the smallest sign of dust or debris while another slowly and methodically styled his hair.Vahn didn't mind being pampered and attended to, but it was still just as awkward now as it was nearly two-hundred years ago. If not for the fact he also enjoyed attending people helping them get dressed, he wouldn't have been able to understand their insistence on helping him out. In his case, he simply liked to dote upon his women. Whenever the positions were reversed, however, it always felt 'excessively' sensual, as, more often than not, the people 'helping' him weren't able to hide their surface thoughts and desires...With Karin attempting to adjust his tie for the umpteenth time, Vahn gingerly grasped her wrist, a wry smile on his face as he said, "It is normal for the tie to move a little when I breathe, Karin..."Though her pupils contracted slightly, Karin's expression ultimately remained unchanged as she allowed Vahn to continue holding her wrist, plainly stating, "Perhaps you should try holding your breath until the ceremony ends..."Releasing the woman's wrist from his hold, Vahn lightly chuckled as he gestured for the Chacha sisters to give him some space. They had already been 'helping' him for nearly an hour, so, with less than twenty minutes before the ceremony was set to begin, Vahn was already as ready as he would ever be. Rather, he felt compelled to show up early, his excitement gradually bubbling up to a level that made it hard to sit still. After all, while it was unthinkable to compare them to Eva, the last four years he spent alongside Arika and Theo made it impossible for him not to care for them deeply.Imagining the two golden-haired beauties in their wedding dresses, a smile naturally found its way to Vahn's face as he looked himself over in the mirror. Then, as if it would speed things up, he gave a curt nod towards the four attending women before teleporting directly to his position at the end of the aisle. Most of the guests had never left, so, while it had been necessary to clean up after the previous wedding, it didn't take long for everyone to get back into position. This included Yggdrillia, who, after conducting the previous ceremony, ended up getting completely wasted before taking a nap on top of the wooden altar the night before...Seeing the groggy-looking Dragoness with slight bags under her eyes, Vahn gestured toward her to come closer. This caused Yggdrillia to immediately perk up, and, though it caused many of the Elves and Spirits to make a few teasing remarks, Vahn helped cure her hangover by gently caressing her head for the better part of a minute. He hadn't missed the comments she had made while clinging to a sake bottle nearly as big as her the night prior, and, though he didn't really harbor any intimacy for her, he was intending to allow her to join the Menagerie at some point in the future.Though he didn't have the best track record when it came to such things, Vahn had decided to do his best to avoid adding any additional women to his harem. To this end, he had discussed various methods with Da Vinci, so, following his change of Record, Vahn was determined to strengthen his existing relationships rather than building any new ones. There were already plenty of women who wanted to be with him back in the Realm, and, if he truly discarded his reservations, Vahn knew the vast majority of the Elves would happily dedicate themselves to him. Because of this, he wanted to take on several roles in the next Record, but, unless there were some extenuating circumstances, he was determined to avoid arbitrarily increasing the size of his harem.After petting the happily giggling Dragoness for a while longer, Vahn retracted his hand, a gentle smile on his face as he told her to resume her position. This caused Yggdrillia to feel a little sad, but, after pumping her fists in an adorable manner, she quickly returned to her post with renewed vigor. It was these qualities of hers that made it impossible for Vahn not to harbor at least a little affection for her, and, after hearing about the finer details of her past, he knew she was more than deserving of a chance at happiness...(A/N: Alternate Titles: '( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)...','Hard not to believe in a God that you can physically touch...','Vahn can't escape the dragon girls xD...')https://bit.ly/2XBzAYu &lt;-(p.atreon link)paypal.me/EinlionDiscord Invite: https://discord.gg/Jwa8PKh

There are only three chapters left in the current volume. Since I plan to start my increased release schedule with the new arc, I'm going to take my break today. I know people enjoy it when they can read a bunch of chapters in a new world back to back, so, rather than have my break in the middle of the transition, I felt it would be best to do so now. This volume will be completely wrapped up tomorrow, and, after a small intermission on Saturday, we'll be in the 'final' Record.Due to its significance, the final Record will have around a thousand or so chapters, most of which I intend to release before next May. After that, the novel will shift to a short-story format in the epilogue, mainly focused on expanding the verse(meta-knowledge), and following the adventures of Vahn's children through various Records. As an example, one of the confirmed mini-arcs will follow Vana's journey as a 'Guardian of Magical Beasts'. You can think of her as having a similar role as Newt Scamander, rescuing various endangered creatures from quite a number of Records. Another example will follow Francis Drake(Grand Rider) as she journeys through the Record of One Piece, effectively becoming a Yonko.I know there have been multiple requests regarding various Records, and, while it might not be possible to send Vahn there, that doesn't mean others are unable to venture out and have their own journey. If there are Records that the community is eager to see, I have no problems writing a short-story related to them. Depending on their popularity, those same short stories might be expanded upon as official spinoffs. To that end, feel free to let me know if you have any ideas, and, so long as it doesn't just sound 'wrong', I will add it to the list.On that final note, I know there are a bunch of people who have been over-eager to see the Highschool DxD Record represented in EPIC. Though I'm still working on the outline, I intend to have someone like Kamiya visit instead of Vahn. The basic premise at this time is that he will become the benefactor of the Youkai Faction. If the readers would rather see the canon plot recycled, however, I can probably come up with a version that involves attending the actual High School.Well, let me know what you guys and gals think. EPIC might be nothing more than a practice project, but I have come to enjoy writing quite a bit. Rather, at this point, it is safe to say I have developed something of a passion for it. I can't even imagine not writing anymore, so, as long as I have the means to continue, I intend to keep doing so into the far future. I know some of you will eventually lose interest, but, for those who have stayed this long, and those who will walk this path alongside me in the future, know that I am eternally grateful for this journey we are sharing together.Take care of yourselves,Einlion

Chapter 1685: Matrimony