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The Three Realms The Three Realms (Book 6: The Eternal Age of Unity)

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Arsha and the members of her old crew that left the Endeavor stood at the port, waiting for their respective shuttles. Just then, the Welmevas’ shuttle arrived. “Well, this is it, Cap,” chuckled Denstra.

“You arrive on a shuttle,” sighed Arsha as she recalled, “and you leave on a shuttle. Funny how fate works like that.”

“Yeah, fate’s got a goofy sense of humor.”

“What will you do?”

“We’re thinking of applying to become Protectorate Pirates,” replied Twirja, “mostly to keep an eye on Reb.”

“Well, when you send me the application, I’ll certainly sign it!” promised Arsha. “Good luck on your Protectorate Training!”

“Goodbye, Arsha!” called Denstra as she led her family onto the shuttle. Once it took off, Dalengor’s arrived. The two old friends hugged each other.

“So much has changed since you found my hibernation egg all those years ago,” chuckled the Shadow Dragon. “I never would have made it in this new world if it weren’t for your help. Now, my people and Mordek have made peace with one another and we’re prospering!”

“What’s gonna happen now?” asked Arsha.

“I’ve accepted a position as Military Advisor for General Dotan. He picked me because of my experience with this time zone. I’m all too happy to help.”

“He made an excellent choice. You’ll still visit, won’t you?”

“Oh, of course! Just as long as our schedules line up.” The two friends hugged once more, then Dalengor boarded the shuttle. Once it left, it was Nazay’s turn.

“I’ll be back for your coronation, Arsha,” he said.

“You keep me appraised about your marriage to Merrim, you hear?” requested Arsha.

“Will do.”

“Oh, and make sure you have a map of Largandra handy when I’m crowned. Don’t want you getting lost like you did on my first day, hm?”

“How’d you know that?!” yelped Nazay.

“A certain Shadow Dragon told me.”

“I’m gonna SKIN her for that!” Nazay’s face was as red as his tail. He boarded the shuttle and it took off. Thangred and Shalvey then approached Arsha.

“Captain, we’re gonna miss you,” said Thangred.

“I understand you have a new show in the works?” asked Arsha.

“Yep, an animated show called Stone and Scales about a Merman who goes on all sorts of hijinks across the Realms with his Dwarf girlfriend and upset the machinations of the Great Evil!”

“Gee, I wonder who the inspiration is,” chuckled Arsha.

“Guilty,” replied Shalvey. “The Great Evil, however, is gonna take a more comedic role than Oyed did.”

“Then we REALLY won against him,” remarked Arsha. “What was once a terror that hung over the heads of every single denizen of every Realm has been reduced to nothing more than a monster that frightens children into behaving. Such is the fate of all evil.”

“Yeah, well, them’s the breaks for him. Good luck as Queen, Arsha!” said Shalvey. Thangred then pushed her chair onto the shuttle. Once it left, there was one last shuttle for Thengo.

“I’m gonna miss our teatime sessions,” admitted Arsha.

“My cave’s open for a visit,” assured Thengo. “I’ll always have time to listen to your woes if, for some reason, your lovers can’t help.” The two hugged and Thengo entered the shuttle. It took off and Arsha sighed.

“Well, she muttered, “that’s the end of my old bridge crew. …Now comes an upcoming portrait sitting and getting some proposal rings.”


Arsha spent the day shopping for rings for her and her lovers so they would have a wedding later. Once she got them, she found a nice dress and met with Irmalii for the Royal Portrait. They were in a grassy area outside the city walls and Arsha adjusted her new dress. Irmalii set up the canvas and Arsha took up a pose where she looked to the side and placed a hand on her dress. She could hold her main body’s pose, but her tails were another matter. “Arsha, will you hold your tails still?” asked Irmalii.

“Sorry!” gulped Arsha. Her tails went back to their original position.

“…Arsha, tails!”

“Sorry!” This kind of exchange went on for a while until the day was nearly done. “All right, come and see!” Arsha sighed in relief and her tails resumed moving again. She came over to see her portrait and smiled.

“Perfect!” she said. “And I saw what you did with Foresna’s! Now we’ve all got Royal Portraits! And there’s plenty of time for me to get used to this dress.”

“Where did you get it, anyways?” asked Irmalii.

“Same dress shop you got yours.”

“They’re really comfy, aren’t they?”

“Sweet Ones, they are! The bodice hugs you in all the right places and the skirts never tangle in your legs! But I see why you only get them on special occasions. Those are EXPENSIVE!”

“Yeah, they’re not something one can buy every day.” Irmalii then wagged a mocking finger. “So our economy better not tank because you decided retail therapy was what you needed!”

“I won’t let it go that bad! I promise!” giggled Arsha. Just then, Domesta appeared.

“Excuse me, my Lady,” she said, “but there are four important visitors requesting yours and Foresna’s presence.”

“They’re here!” cheered Arsha. “Domesta, I wish Foresna and I were where our visitors are!” Domesta snapped her fingers and Arsha and Foresna appeared right next to Malnar, Gorfanth, Arsha, and Foresna. “Welcome, my Lords and Ladies, to Castle Royana!” greeted Arsha.

“It’s great to see you again!” cheered Malnar as everyone gathered one another in an embrace. Once the hug was over, the new arrivals whistled in amazement. “Look at you!” chuckled Malnar.

“That looks great on you!” agreed Lardeth.

“Thanks, you guys!” replied Arsha. “So, you ready to see what the Crown Princess goes through to become the Mid-Queen?”

“You know it!” answered Falnii.

“I personally can’t wait to see you ascend!” said Gorfanth.

“Well, we’ve got two days left, so be ready! We’re gonna have a ball, the ceremony, and there’s a surprise once the festivities are done.”

“What is it?” asked all her lovers.

“Wait and see!” said Arsha. “Trust me, you guys will love it!”

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