446 Four Corners: Dhou part seven (1/2)

”Yes. I've been able to explore for a while now.” The Orion looked unconcerned by the stares of Inferno. ”You assumed I was one of your people, and I went along with it because I wanted to help.”

Nix shook his head slightly. ”I'll send you back when we are finished.”

”I refuse.”

/Officer: Bali: What's the harm boss? Del is a seasoned fighter and she really can't get hurt in this form.

/Officer: Nix: Who cares about her? I'm worried about my puppet.

/Officer: Semmi: Normally when inhabiting a puppet, you're limited by the demands of your real body. This is a good experiment. She should be able to live as an Orion until she comes out the dragon egg.

Nix nodded, there was no need to be stubborn. Inferno could always use more bodies. ”You follow the orders of Inferno Officers.”

Del licked her paw without comment before turning her back on the group.

/Officer: Ronnie: She can sleep in my tent.

/Officer: Nix: Anything else? It's getting late.

/Officer: Semmi: I've got something neat.

/Officer: Jun Li: What else is there?

/Officer: Semmi: Tura Raine Xai, the Clan Leader of the Xai Clan has accepted Nix's proposal of marriage. She stopped by the guild office today and delivered all sorts of betrothal gifts.

/Officer: Nix: The f*ck is that supposed to mean?

/Officer: Wind: The boss is so daring.

/Officer: Shae: Nix?

/Officer: Fajii: Raine Xai?

/Officer: Ronnie: She's the really pretty one right? I'm in too!

/Officer: Semmi: She's currently at your sister's house in Loki.

/Officer: Nix: Relax... I didn't propose anything to Tura Raine. Just send her packing.

/Officer: Shae: Even if it is a misunderstanding Nix, you can't be so abrupt.

/Officer: Fajii: If she accepted a proposal by accident, her feelings will be hurt if you don't handle it properly.

/Officer: Nix: Feelings? What a load of crap. I haven't spoken to anyone from the Xai Clan about anything. They can go pound sand.

/Officer: Fajii: It's best if I handle it.

/Officer: Shae: I agree. Speak with her on Nix's behalf.

/Officer: Nix: Fine. Apologize for the misunderstanding and return the gifts.

/Officer: Pon: We done then?

/Officer: Nix: Yes. I'll join the three of you in the morning.

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Nix left the Orion in his tent and opened a breach to the Turtle House. The lights were already dimmed for the evening when he stepped into the living room. ”Min?”

”Up here.”

Mina stood when he approached and hugged him close. ”She took Nansu and left for Loki. What's going on over there?”

Nix shook his head slightly. ”Not really sure. Some sort of mix-up with the Xai Clan. Fajii will sort it out.”

”You must have heard about today. I'm fine Nix.” Mina sat on the couch and pulled him gently beside her, she gripped his hand tightly in hers.

”No more missions for you,” Nix spoke quietly, although she was the one who pushed to have a child, he wanted to ensure everything went well. ”You'll stay here or at our home in Haven.”

Mina leaned closer, her pale eyes watching him. ”It's a bit early for that, but I will do as you ask.”

Nix smiled warmly. ”It's nice that you decided to listen to me.”

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[0600 Ice'Enguarde Portal]

Nix stood and watched the dragon patiently. He could tell that the draconian element had allowed her abilities to advance. ”Can you do it or not?”

Sinfaya nodded. ”I can. However, I can't stop them from discovering the truth eventually.”

”That's no concern of mine, I just need them out of the way so we can deal with the Ice Seeds.”

/Fire: Nix: Come to the portal cavern.

/Fire: Pon: Why so early?