<h4>Chapter 690 Pax Draconia</h4>
Archer watched as his opponent regained his footing, offering him a chance to recover. Lucas hurled himself forward again, fists swinging with force. However, he swiftly parried the blows beforeunching a decisive counterattack.
With a sudden movement, he delivered a powerful headbutt, the impact causing a sickening pop as Lucas''s nose gave way under the force. Blood rained down, but Archer chose not to dodge it and let it cover him before storming into him,nding a deadlybo.
His violet eyes gleamed with excitement while his smile widened with every strike. Lucas, taken aback by his apparent happiness duringbat, hesitated momentarily, his confidence faltering.
"You''re a madman!" he eximed while backing away, his voice tinged with disbelief and fear. But Archer paid no attention to the usation. He was too busy reveling in the fight''s thrill as adrenaline pumped through his veins.
He weed the pain, embracing it as strength. With a wild look crossing his face, heunched into another relentless onught, his movements wild and beast-like as he attacked.
Closing the distance between himself and Lucas, he increased the crowd''s anticipation to a fever pitch. With every step, the ground seemed to tremble beneath his feet, echoing his thunderous heartbeat.
Everyone held their breath, their eyes fixed on the impending sh between these two formidable opponents. With a fierce determination burning in his eyes, Archerunched into a relentless barrage of punches.
Each strike was delivered with explosive force, creating shockwaves reverberating with deafening booms. Archer''s punches seemed toe from every direction, leaving Lucas struggling to keep up.
Lucas struggled to defend himself against the relentless attacks. He pressed forward with a massive smile on his blood-covered face. elerating with sudden speed, Archer unleashed a barrage of strikes so powerful that they left therge boy staggering, his defenses copsing under the assault.
Sensing the opening, Archer swiftly employed Blink and instantly materialized in front of Lucas. With unwavering determination, he grasped the boy''s face firmly, his fingers digging into flesh as he forcefully mmed him onto the stage''s ground.
The impact echoed through the arena with a resounding boom, the force of the blow reverberating through the air. As Lucasy sprawled on the ground, defeated and dazed, he stood looking down at him just as the referee announced him as the winner.
But Archer ignored the man before squatting next to Lucas, who was injured. With a shrug, he ced his hand on the boy and cast Aurora Healing, causing a violet light to wash over him.
Archer studied Lucas more closely, noting his imposing stature reminiscent of a barbarian warrior. Despite hisrge muscr frame, Lucas possessed silver hair and piercing blue eyes, a testament to years of rigorous training.
Pleased by his observation, Archer recognized a kindred spirit in the disciplined warrior before him. As Lucas''s eyes opened upon healing, Archer smirked and addressed him, "You''re strong. Are you of noble birth?"
The boy sat up, shook his head, and answered, ''''No. My family ownsnd in the Crownds and fights for the empire, but we''re not nobles.''''
Archer nodded, ''''Good, good. Now, do you want a purpose in life? I could use a soldier like you in my army.''''
Lucas rubbed his head and asked suspiciously, ''''What about my family? Can they also join?''''
"Of course, but under one condition, you and your family must swear a mana oath to me and my kingdom. Only then can you all reside in Draconia," Archer replied.
However, his attention was soon diverted as he noticed the referee ushering them off the stage to make way for the next fight. Archer smiled at the man before handing Lucas a coin as he helped him to his feet.
The silver-haired boy looked at the white coin and asked, ''''What''s this for?''''
''''When you arrive home for the Frostwinter Festival, talk to your family and tell them what I offer. After doing that, send mana into the coin, and I''ll visit you,'''' Archer answered before walking back to his girls.
Once he sat down, Tal questioned, wrapping her arms around his shoulders from behind and kissing his cheek, ''''What did you talk about with the barbarian?''''
Archer smiled, turned his head, and lovingly kissed her plump red lips, which the elf loved. He answered, ''''I want to recruit him and his family to the Draconian Army as they are strong, and I could create a heavy infantry unit made up of barbarians.''''
N was the next to speak, her tone probing, "So, you''re trulymitted to establishing a kingdom, Archie?"
Archer nodded solemnly, "Yes. I never wanted to rule originally, but I''ve understood the need for strong leadership, especially in a world gued by constant conflict and unrest. Powerful empires thrive under the protection of Demi-Gods, and I aim to follow suit.''''
Gazing out at the guards and spectators filling the arena, he noticed a few among them who gave off a distinct aura, unmistakably marking them as Demi-Gods. The mana surrounding these individuals gave them away, allowing Archer to see their true power.
However, he quickly pushed aside this observation, refocusing his attention on the task at hand, ''''The people of this world deservesting peace, not merely the brief reprieves between wars. By uniting thends under one banner, we can end the suffering my people and countless others endured over the years. I aim to spread the Pax Draconia across Thrylos, ensuring prosperity and stability for all."
Leiramented in confusion, ''''Pax Draconia? What''s that?''''
Curiosity flickered in the eyes of the girls as they leaned in closer, eager to hear more about Archer''s vision.
"Pax Draconia isn''t just about conquest or power," Archer continued, his tone earnest. "It''s about creating a world where peace reigns supreme—a world where people can live without fear, without the constant threat of war looming over their heads."
Hearing this, they all nodded in agreement, their faces lighting up with eager smiles. Sera was the first to speak up, her curiosity piqued.
"Do we all have a ce in your kingdom?" she inquired, her voice filled with hope. Archer returned her smile, his eyes shining with sincerity.
"Undoubtedly," he replied warmly. "You can choose your path, and I''ll ensure everyone is fully supported within the kingdom."
As the referee called Aurelia to the stage, each girl smiled and nodded in agreement. Archer''s attention shifted to the lc-
haired girl, who smiled at him as she passed.
However, his gaze soon fixated on her godly curvaceous body and the way her shapely ass jiggled with every step she took, which drove him mad, as the leather armor she wore couldn''t hide it.
Aurelia''s strikingly beautiful face was framed by cascading lc locks that tumbled gently around her delicate features. Her skin glowed with a porcin-like radiance, entuating the soft curve of her cheeks.
Beneath arched brows, her bewitching purple eyes sparkled with charm, drawing attention to their depth and intensity. Full, plush lips formed a graceful smile, illuminating her face and exuding warmth and charm.
Each aspect of her seemed perfect, creating a supernatural beauty that left an indelible impression on all who beheld her. He couldn''t help but be captivated by her and continued to watch the mermaid girl.
As his gaze lingered on her, she suddenly turned in his direction. Catching his gaze, Aurelia shed him a glowing smile that stole his breath. Her smile illuminated the entire arena, and her charm utterly enchanted him.
Momentarily, time seemed to stand still as they locked eyes and exchanged a silent admiration. Feeling a rush of warmth spread through him, Archer couldn''t help but return her smile with a slight nod of appreciation.
It was a small gesture expressing his admiration for her beauty and confidence. Aurelia continued on her way, her smile lingering in Archer''s mind until Teu nudged him, breaking his reverie.
"She likes you, Arch, and I mean hardcore, " Teu remarked, knowing how he''d react. "All she does is talk to us about you, but there''s some bad news. She''sengaged to a Novgorodian Prince."
Archer''s initial reaction was anger, but he swiftly suppressed it, his determination shining through, "I''ll steal her away, just like I''m going to do with Maeve," he dered firmly, his gaze steely with resolve.
Teu smiled before revealing something, ''''We have decided that if you want to pursue Maeve, Aurelia, and Eveline, you can, as we like the three, and even Nefertiti likes them, which is strange as all of them have a soft spot for you.''''
When Archer heard this, his eyes widened in surprise, though he quickly answered, ''''Oh, really. I knew Maeve liked me as much as I did her, but not the others.''''
Just as Teu was about to speak, Hemeramented from behind them, ''''You can tell Eveline likes you. It was harder with Aurelia, but it''s there. Maybe you should take them on a date? Alone, obviously.''''
Archer nodded, ''''Definitely. I want to take all of you on a date, but there''s not enough time.''''
The sun elfughed before suggesting an idea: ''''Why not take the new girls on a solo date, then take two of us out? That way, we can all spend time with you without wasting time.''''
Just as Archer was about to reply, his bracelet vibrated as he received a message from Aisha back in Draconia: ''''Your Majesty. We have a problem. The remaining Valethorn Nobles have rebelled and captured the town of Drakonia while kicking out all our people.''''
When Archer heard this, his anger surged, and a wild aura enveloped him. This spurred Teu to inquire, ''''What''s wrong, darling?''''
Standing up, he responded, ''''Some foolish nobles dare to rebel against me and wish for a painful death at the end of my ws.''''
''''Are you heading to Draconia?'''' Kassandra inquired.
He nodded, ''''Yes. Would you and Hemera like to apany me?''''
The two girls agreed, and then he turned to Teu, instructing her, ''''Brief me upon my return, and please record the girls'' fights for me.''''
[Please let me know if you spot any mistakes, and I will edit them. Thank you]