Journey of responsibility: Rome, love and politics

After Mortis finished the meeting, the evening was far from over for him. As soon as he left his study, Valeria and Jasmin were already waiting to pull him into their rooms. Mortis gladly followed them, not allowing himself to be distracted from his duty as a husband. He knew how important it was to take care of his beloved wives, and he fulfilled this task with devotion.

Hours passed in pleasure and in meeting the needs of his wives. Mortis devoted himself to them with full attention and passion. As morning slowly approached and the sky gradually lightened, Mortis knew it was time to freshen up, at least briefly.

He left his wives' room and headed off to wash and freshen up. But before doing so, he stopped by Kathrin's room to give her attention as well. He knew how important it was to keep his promises and not neglect any of his wives.

Although time was running out and the day was already dawning, Mortis took the time to visit Kathrin. He exchanged loving words with her, attending to her needs and making sure she felt loved. It was a brief moment of intimacy and affection before he returned to his duties.

The day ahead would undoubtedly be demanding, especially given his many responsibilities. But Mortis was determined to keep his promises and not neglect his women. Although he would not sleep today, he knew that these sacrifices were small compared to the love and harmony he found in his family.

Merlin proved to be an early riser and had already begun gathering the soldiers of Bamberg and other noble houses of the north in the early morning hours. This force would accompany them when they left for Rome. Although it deviated from the original plan, the soldiers and adventurers were nevertheless promised adequate compensation. Preparations were made, equipment was checked, and the men were prepared for their upcoming march.

Queen Shiva and her advisors also had their soldiers lined up, ready to march. But they waited for the nobles to lead the way with their followers. Such a large army needed time to start moving in an orderly manner, and the ranks should not fall into disarray.

After a few hours, all preparations were finally completed. The nobles and their companions set out, followed by the well-organized army. The march south began, and they continued their way through the land of Bayaroma. It was an imposing sight to see the force set in motion, accompanied by the determination and ambition to accomplish the task ahead.

The road to Rome would undoubtedly be challenging, but the combined strength of the nobles, soldiers and adventurers promised to successfully complete the mission. The journey would not only be physically demanding, but would also present political and strategic challenges. But with a clear goal in mind and a firm resolve to defend their lands and honor, they continued on their way, ready for what lay ahead.

While Merlin proved to be a first-class representative and took responsibility for organizing the force, Mortis was able to keep a low profile. He decided to travel in a magnificent carriage with Queen Shiva and Elysia. Since there were still some matters to take care of in Venice, Margravine Elara stayed there for the time being to put everything in order and make sure that everything went smoothly. However, she promised to be there in time for the traitors' trial. Although it was hard for her to part with Mortis and her new sisters, she devoted herself to her work with full dedication.

In the carriage, Mortis, Shiva and Elysia enjoyed their time together and took it easy. The two women tried to flirt with Mortis and draw him out. But the fox was observant and quickly realized what they were up to. He decided to pre-empt their tactics and began flirting himself, but in a way that was much more mature and practiced than the two young women were used to.

Mortis's offensive attempts at flirting took Shiva and Elysia by surprise and outright surprise. They found themselves in an unfamiliar position, as they were usually the ones playing with others. But Mortis' experience and confident demeanor made them sweat. The two women's initial uncertainty turned into amused admiration for Mortis' skills.

As they traveled together across the country, a playful yet familiar atmosphere developed between Mortis, Shiva, and Elysia. The trip was characterized by a relaxed mood and humorous exchanges as they slowly approached the place of their destination. The upcoming trip to Rome promised not only political challenges, but also unexpected interpersonal moments that strengthened the bonds between them.

The splendor and beauty of Rome surpassed all expectations. Even in its original world, the city was considered a marvel of architecture and history, but in this magical world, an extra layer of splendor and sophistication seemed to have been added. The size of the buildings and the ornate design of every detail were impressive. Mortis could well imagine that the founder of this city was a reincarnated soul who had a sincere love for Rome and made it even more extravagant in this world, using the special materials and magical possibilities of the south.

The streets of Rome were busy and lively, filled with people from a wide variety of races and cultures. The architecture combined ancient elements with modern magical achievements. Monumental palaces, impressive temples and artfully designed bridges dominated the cityscape. Works of art, sculptures and ornate buildings were everywhere to be admired. Even the street lamps and benches seemed to be decorated with magical ornaments.

Mortis and his wives, were equally fascinated by the beauty of this city. They walked through the narrow streets, admired the magnificent squares and got carried away by the lively atmosphere. It was as if they were immersed in another world, where history and magic were seamlessly blended.

As they strolled through the streets, they let themselves be enchanted by the sounds of the street musicians and the delicious smells of the street stalls. Mortis could feel the excitement in the air as the city prepared for the trial of the traitors. Rome was not only a place of beauty, but also a place of political importance, where decisions of far-reaching consequence were made.

In the midst of this splendor and importance, however, Mortis was not willing to forget his duties and promises. He had resolved to protect and be there for his wives, and he was determined to live up to that standard, even in a city as impressive as Rome.