RISE OF EROS

After Andrew made that decision, they began to plan everything they had to leave arranged before the trip. The first thing was to meet with Daphne, Diana, and Ariza, to explain to them what had happened with the benefits they obtained from the release of Andrew's third divine seal.

Although he had already told Elder Johan everything he could and was sure that he told them what they talked about, it was a sign of courtesy and respect towards them to tell them in person.

Obviously, he could not tell them the truth, since that is their best-kept secret, so it was really about convincing them that there was no danger from them and preventing their relationship from going bad.

The second thing was to discuss the issue of the "Popular" shopping center since it was a project that was underway and although it is not as big as the previous shopping center, it was still a profitable business.

The third thing was to define things with the Caltu family. Andrew and Victoria had to formalize their marriage and although there was already an announced engagement, some meetings and parties had to be held to show them in public.

That's how things are between nobles. Andrew would have preferred to just get married and not have so much paraphernalia, but it was not that simple, because nobles live on appearances and these things had to be done.

On the other hand, nobles do not get married in a short time. First, they must wait for a few months to pass, so that the news is known, they have to be seen together and avoid choosing the wrong partner.

Although for Andrew and Victoria, there was no such thing, since the wife seal that appeared on Victoria was irrefutable proof that they were already married, in the eyes of society things were different.

Finally, they had to talk to the Amazons and the barbarians about the absence they would have during the trip. Although they would take Gaston's recommendation to use river transport from the kingdom of Rios, which is faster, they would still lose a couple of months or maybe more.

They were not sure how long that trip would take, so they had to talk to them since they had been sending Amazons to Star City every month and now they would be absent, so they had to report it.

Although it was not an obligation, Andrew respected them, because they knew his secret, at least the Amazons, and had protected him. He did not forget the problem they had in Tampilla and how the Elder Bita had helped them.

With that settled, the meeting ended and everyone returned to their activities. Andrew and his wives did not leave and stayed in the office resting for a while, before going to do what they had to do.
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"We will have to confine ourselves again. The children will be upset about not being able to go out," Candice suddenly said with a sigh. When they heard her, all the girls also sighed with regret.

They understood that now they could not go out as relaxed as they had been doing and they were worried about their children who had become accustomed to going out to play.

The thought of how they would have to deprive them of their freedom again, and that, hurt their hearts, but they also understood the danger. Andrew was not so different from them, as he was also hurt, but he refused to return to being a turtle hiding in its shell.

"Certainly, we must be more careful, but it is not so problematic that we have to confine ourselves," Andrew said suddenly, making a decision. His wives looked at him strangely, as they did not understand his words.

Andrew looked at them and smiling said, "Oliver, Castor, and Sansa have become stronger. There are few experts who can threaten them and although it is true that there are dangers, I believe that the elderly protectors of Dunnas will not make things difficult for us."

"You can go out with the children, just do not go out in big groups and always take two of the main guardians, either Oliver, Sansa, or Castor," Andrew said firmly. The girls were surprised by his words and some did not believe him.

Helena was the first to ask, "Are you sure?", to which Andrew answered without hesitation, "Yes. It is true that there are problems, but we cannot always hide like cowards whenever a situation like this appears."

Andrew paused and continued speaking, "We are not the same as before, we are now considerably stronger and can strike back. Whoever dares to attack us will suffer."

Andrew was clear that with the combat strength they had now, very few could oppose them. Even royalty had to give them some face and he also trusted the Elder Johan.

He was somehow sure that this old man would take care of them. Andrew could not explain it, but his intuition told him so, and as mentioned before, Andrew's intuition is not something to be underestimated, especially now that he had become stronger.

Although hesitant, the girls were glad. They didn't like being locked up either, and they didn't want their children to be hidden away again. At first, it was easy, since the children were very small and didn't know the outside, but now it's different.

They were already 2 years old and being so intelligent and restless, they wouldn't stay locked up now that they knew what was outside these four walls. Andrew knew that his children would look for a way out and that could be dangerous.

With that defined, the girls went out to fulfill their obligations. Carolina returned to the laboratory to continue her research, Aki and Zany went to train and Helena coordinated the employees.

Victoria went to her family's mansion to explain or rather to prevent them from snooping in Andrew's life, while Andrew and Candice went to the royal castle to talk to Daphne, Diana, and Ariza.

Since Victoria is still a nobility of this country, very few dare to attack her, so she doesn't need to go out with protective guardians. Furthermore, many of her family guards were guarding Dunnas Palace, so she left with their company.

On the other hand, Andrew and Candice did leave in Oliver's company. Although it was only Oliver, Andrew felt that there shouldn't be any problem. He didn't think that anyone would be so brave or rather ignorant to attack him so soon.

Just as he had thought, many were watching them when they left, but they limited themselves to that, to observe, as they didn't have the guts to attack them or even get close, especially when they now knew that Elder Johan had made a move.

It is true that the night before, Elder Johan only prevented an expert from intervening, but everyone noticed this action and no one was stupid enough to offend the protector and most powerful warrior of the city.

Andrew's carriage arrived at the royal castle of Dunnas, without problems and they entered the royal grounds unhindered. Upon reaching the castle gate, they were greeted by Kenia as was customary and guided to the office where they always discussed their matters with Daphne and the others.

When Andrew and Candice entered the office, they could find the three women sitting in their chairs as usual. The difference was that the atmosphere was relatively solemn.

Previously, they had gained their trust and received them with a certain familiarity, like when close friends visited, but today that was not the case. Even Ariza, who is the youngest and most cheerful to see them, was serious.

Andrew and Candice noticed the difference immediately, but they did not panic, as they expected this reaction. Despite that, Andrew did not intend to change his attitude and greeted them normally and even joked, "Hi, Why so serious?".

Ariza almost broke her serious expression, as she could see that Andrew was still the same, she considered her older brother, but her grandmother and mother had told her to maintain this attitude, at least while they figured out Andrew's attitude.

"Mr. Andrew, it's good to see you," Diana said solemnly, which made Andrew and Candice scrunch up their faces, as they could see her act and didn't blame her, but it seemed forced to them.

"Diana, can you not do that?" Andrew suddenly said and added before any of them could say anything, "I know you're worried about what happened, but we're still the same."

"Your evidence?" Daphne asked this time and letting out a sigh of resignation Andrew answered with a question, "Have we done something to harm you?" The three women remained silent.

They knew that Andrew was right, but they were the leaders and rulers of this country, so they had to be careful. Daphne taking the lead said, "That's true, but there are many uncertainties."

"That's true and I'm sorry to say that I have no way of telling you. Elder Johan must have already spoken to you and I will also ask for your trust. Nothing really changed, what you received were benefits, right?" Andrew said calmly.

It could be seen that the three women really had nothing against him. It was true that they were worried, but there was no reason to distrust him, at least not maliciously.

Daphne could not continue with this act and letting out a sigh she relaxed and asked a little more kindly, "Andrew, why can't you tell us?", to which Andrew replied, "Because it would be troublesome. Just believe me, I am your ally as long as you treat me as you have been doing."

He looked at them and with extreme seriousness said, "As long as you are my friends, I will only give you benefits." His words were so sincere, that the three girls could not continue to doubt even though he had not given them reasons to.

At that moment, Elder Arkos appeared in front of them. Andrew had already noticed him thanks to Fluffy, but he had not called him out of respect and waited for him to show himself.

Although he had accepted Elder Johan's provisions, he still wanted to hear Andrew's firsthand, so he asked, "Boy, we have treated you sincerely, why can't you do the same?".

"Because no one tells their secrets without scruples or you have," Andrew replied with a wry smile, which caused some tension between them because although his words were true, the way he said them was not friendly.