Chapter 17

Athlan saw how well everyone got along, and the variety of species present. He was amazed to see everyone so relaxed. Everyone was still grieving from the losses but still managed to smile right now. He walked up to Zack to discuss this place.

"You mentioned these kids being orphaned from tragedies yet they all smile. The reason for that has to be your doing. I've heard of places where all species are welcomed, but there is still so much hate which makes it hollow words. Here it seems true, and you've asked for nothing in return. If only the world could see this, and understand it's possible. The children running around have no hate or caution of each other. The mistakes and tragedies of the past mean nothing to them. Allowing them to live amongst each other so easily. They all have an innocence that allows them to see past this barrier most can't. If only we could find the solution for the rest to live this way. I fear I won't witness this in my lifetime, but seeing this place gives me hope." Athlan raised a drink to him.

"I wish I started this sooner. The reason I hesitated was attracting danger, but now I understand that's everywhere. When the month ends I would like you to consider staying. I understand if you need to return to your home." Zack said while grabbing another drink.

"It's something I would need to discuss with the elder. I think your woman is calling you." Athlan said while stumbling away.

Yuki was waving at him to help get the kids in bed. Once they were all settled Yuki kissed him goodnight as she went to her room. While walking out he saw Destiny heading to her shop. Wondering why she would work so late Zack called out.

"You staying up all night?"

"I don't need much sleep to function. There are some things I wanna finish tonight anyway. Are you sure you can alter the shop?" She asked while coming up to hug him.

"The arena was something a friend once showed me long ago, and the bath was easy since I just extended it with a wall. For something more complex I need a descriptive image in mind. So long as you can draw it I should get it right with a few attempts. Don't overwork yourself though okay?" Zack said while grabbing her hips.

"I won't overdo it I promise. I'll see you in the morning." Destiny kissed him before taking her leave.

Zack was heading upstairs to get some rest, and that's when he heard moaning through his door. Opening it he saw Ren was on the bed pleasuring herself while waiting. He took his clothes off getting in the bed next to her. As always she was very direct with him. She mounted him when he was in range. She began grinding back and forth roughly on his cock.

'She's already so wet. How long was she waiting for me?'

Zack trailed his hands up groping one of her breasts while kissing on the other. Once she felt his hard dick throbbing between her lips she got off to pleasure him. He immediately grabbed her horns while Ren slurped away. When she would stop to focus on the tip she would jerk him profoundly. It felt amazing but was tough to endure.

After learning he was durable the first time Ren never held back again. A normal man would surely lose his member with such force. He just gripped her horns forcing her down as she began throating him passionately. Ren didn't stop till she tasted precum. A smile went across her face as she got up on the bed turning around, and quickly placed him inside.

'What a nice view.' Zack smirked.

Zack grabbed her ass firmly slamming her down. She moaned as she bounced up, and down roughly. He spanked her ass every time she slammed her hips down. After a few rough spankings, she began grinding back and forth rapidly while rubbing her clit. She then leaned forward grabbing the bottom of the bed frame for support. The way she was bent forward and started grinding her hips was a beautiful sight to behold.

Zack could only grip her large ass roughly, and pound up from the bottom. Every time she slammed her wide hips down she grew wetter. Their love juices were soaking his cock making it a difficult task to not slip out. The bed was enduring the force but still rattled the room in the process. Luckily no one slept in the mansion yet for the top floor could be felt rumbling till they both cummed.

The two laid cuddled together in bed as he leaned in to kiss her. It wasn't something Oni would usually do, and it caught her off guard. He smiled when he saw the nervous look on Ren's face. They spent the next hour talking before finally falling asleep. Ren had him pulled tightly into her breast till morning.

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When Zack woke up it was just before sunrise, and since Ren was still asleep he left the house quietly. He could hear the sounds of someone working from the forge and decided to investigate. When entering he saw a young elf starting it up. The elf's name is Rolen, and his father was once their tribe's best blacksmith.

"I hope the noises didn't wake anyone," Rolen said while approaching him.

"You're fine the walls are thick here. What are you working on?" Zack asked while tracing the inscriptions on the forge.

"I was gonna start with some basic arrows until someone made a request. Where do all these supplies come from? The steel I can understand but mithril isn't easy to come across. My father would spend months finding secluded deposits that yielded very little. We would resort to only coating the tips of our weapons with it to reserve supplies." Rolen told Zack while walking around the forge.

"This forge is also extraordinary. My father described seeing these broken in every ruin he visited. He told me stories about these forges being capable of imbuing lots of magic into simple weapons without using magic crystals. Something like this with the right power source could create something amazing." Rolen said while taking in his surroundings.

Rolen's fascination with the discovery of their forge was followed by a brief sadness. He dedicated his life to blacksmithing and researching the old ways of crafting. Rolen's father would've loved to see this place, and put his theories into practice. With this in mind, he was dedicated to making sure his father's teachings weren't in vain. Rolen would do everything possible to help his tribe get back on their feet.

"Some of the dolls bring the stuff, but I've never followed them to the source. If you go to the northern wall there is a small passage into the mountain. Never knew how to work a forge so didn't see the value in checking it out. Especially since I can't change the dolls' functions. If I were to compensate you do you think you could make some weapons and armor? The first thing being a sturdy staff. One fit for physical combat not casting. The rest of the crystals you could use any way you see fit." Zack said while pulling a few bags of magic crystals from his ring.

Rolen's eyes lit up at the amount in front of him. To make the ideal staff he would only need five, but the bags in front of him contained so much that it spilled into the floor.

"I'll get started right away, and the first weapon would be ready by nightfall," Rolen replied before working on his designs.

Zack walked towards the forge knowing it needs substantial magic for better items. Lauren explained to him how these worked long ago, but neither of them knew the trade. When his hand touched it he closed his eyes using both his mana and traces of his grace. The engravings on the side were illuminated with a golden light that filled the room.