A Journey That Changed The World.

Chapter 1070: Jim The Desert Worm ”I put Noah in an illusion and gave him the impression that he could escape if he found a secret lever, but just wait, thereʼs a surprise coming,” Archer answered.

The couple continued watching Noah creep around the garden, which made Demacia giggle when hearing the stupidity of it all. Archer reassured her that it was just for their amusement and to torment his murderer. ”This should scar him for life,ʼ he chuckled.

Shortly after, Noah thought he had found the lever and pulled it, only to see a door creaking open. A chittering noise echoed from the passageway beyond. Demacia looked at Archer; her brow furrowed in confusion.

Archer leaned closer, a wicked grin spreading across his face. ”Oh, somethingʼs coming that will make him scream like a little girl.”

Shortly after, beetles the size of tennis balls flowed out the door like a wave of death. Archer stood back, arms crossed, as Noahʼs eyes widened in horror. The fake Blood Beetles surged from the shadows, their glossy shells glinting ominously as they swarmed around him.

Noah stumbled backward, panic etched across his face, his breaths coming in quick gasps, ”Get them off! Get them off!” he screamed, flailing his arms wildly as the harmless insects crawled over him.

The sound of his high-pitched cries echoed across the garden, a mixture of fear and humiliation. Archer couldnʼt help but chuckle, reveling in the sight of Noahʼs frantic struggle as he rolled around. ”This isnʼt the end,” he said, a sadistic smile creeping across his face. ”Iʼll make sure to torment you until the day I grow bored of you, and then Iʼll pass you on to my daughters with Demacia and Morena so they can continue the legacy of your suffering.”

The younger necromancer started laughing uncontrollably, which was music to Archerʼs ears. Valariana and Morana appeared from the corner and stopped walking when they saw the human covered in horrifying creatures.

The Chull Queen stepped forward and questioned while staring at Noah, ”Whatʼs going on here?”

Archer was just about to speak, but an excited Demacia quickly darted to Morena and revealed to her big sister, ”He wants daughters with us! We can raise our children together like weʼve always wanted.”

Morena looked at her little sister and then at Archer, and he quickly noticed the look in her blue eyes that caused him to smile. ”One day, my Mommy Necromancer,” he teased.

Everyone laughed as the older necromancer retorted, ”Iʼm not a mother yet!”

Archer chuckled and turned back to Noah, who was rolling around and whimpering due to the fake insects. Seconds later, he dismissed the illusion. The murdered went quiet real quick, but Morena stepped forward and kicked him between the legs,

Noah let out a shrill scream before Valariana approached. She let out a chittering noise. Minutely late, three small Chulls appeared, shocking everyone. Archer wondered where these little creatures came from but couldnʼt figure anything out.

He shrugged, his gaze fixed on the scene before him. The blonde woman gestured toward Noah, her voice soft but firm. ”Eat what you can, my little guardians. Grow strong, so we can protect Master together.”

Archer leaned against the doorframe, arms crossed, a faint smirk tugging at his lips. Across the room, the tiny Chulls pounced on him, their small bodies clambering all over him, ”No, no!”

Noahʼs scream pierced the air as he flailed, trying to shake them off. The Chulls squeaked excitedly, mistaking his panic for play. Archer chuckled under his breath, watching the chaotic scene unfold. ”Youʼre going to scare them, Noah,” he called out dryly but made no move to intervene.

Demacia, Morena, and Valariana watched as the babies tore pieces of flesh away before munching on it. Archer was happy, but after twenty minutes, he shooed the greedy creatures away.

He cast Aurora Healing on Noah, who was trembling in agony before he turned to the necromancer sisters, ”Iʼll let you two continue with his torture; I have to check on the Desert Worms, then head back to the real world.”

Morena nodded before grabbing the murderer by the foot and dragging him to the underground prison, which made Archer chuckle. The sisters said their goodbyes to the Chull Queen and vanished into the forest.

Valariana stepped closer and spoke amusedly, ”They are entertaining. How did you meet them, Master?”

Archer chuckled when he remembered the fight he and Demacia had when they first met all those years ago. He shook his head before speaking, ”I was thirteen and exploring Pluoria; I stumbled upon her with her death cult, and following that, we met a few more times, and eight years later, here we are.”ʼ

Valariana nodded as he explained how he met the older sister, Morena. Afterward, Archer summoned his wings and wrapped his arm around her waist as he took off. They flew across the Domain until spotting a desert in the distance. ”This place is so big, I kind of forgot about it,ʼ he thought, eyes sweeping over the vast grasslands.

The wind whipped through his hair as the landscape unfolded beneath them. Vast forests stretched toward the horizon, their treetops swaying like a sea of green. Rivers snaked through valleys, catching the light and glinting like silver threads.

Far below, towns and cities scattered the plains like distant stars, their chimneys trailing thin wisps of smoke into the air. High above, with the vast sky at his back, Archer felt a deep, quiet peace as his gaze swept over the endless landscape. ʼIʼll keep expanding this place,ʼ he thought, his eyes gleaming with ambition. ʼUntil itʼs a world of its own, boundless and unending.ʼ ”This place is beautiful, Master,” Valariana remarked, her curious voice breaking the silence. She gazed out at the vast landscape, a hint of awe in her eyes. ”I didnʼt realize your Domain was this big,” she said.

Archer glanced at the blonde woman and smiled. ”Itʼs only the beginning,” he said, pridefully. ”Iʼve even expanded the sea for your Chull Hunters. And this is just the start.” ”I canʼt wait to see what you do,” Valariana beamed, catching him off guard.

Soon, they arrived at the desert bordering the Domainsʼ sea and grasslands. Archer descended only to see the place alive with monsters. When landing, he let Valariana down just as he sensed something heading his way.

The Chull Queen quickly stepped forward as a Desert Worm lunged out of the sand and grabbed the creature, but Archer stopped her. ”Vala! Put that monster down now. He is harmless and belongs to me.”

She turned to him with a confused expression but shrugged, letting go of the Desert Worm. The creature quickly scurried toward Archer, hiding behind him as if seeking protection. He chuckled, amused, and gently stroked the earthworm-like monster. ”Can you go get Jim for me?” Archer said to the smaller Desert Worm, his tone soft but firm. ”I need to have a word with him.”

The worm monster looked at him and nodded before diving into the sand. Once it was gone, he turned to her and explained, ”I took these creatures in years ago for their Red Silk, and it looks like theyʼll have so much of the stuff.”

Valariana nodded in understanding as she said, ”It makes sense; if they benefit you, I will keep my children away from this place, Master.” ʼʼThank you, Vala,” he replied as a massive crash could be heard in the distance.

The duo looked in its direction and saw a massive creature heading in their direction. Archerʼs eyes widened as he thought, ʼHow big has Jim got?ʼ

Shortly after that, the massive Desert Worm stopped, and a deep voice resonated in his mind, ʼYouʼve grown, master. Itʼs good to see you.ʼ ”Yes, itʼs been years, Jim. Howʼs the desert been treating your kind?” Archer replied, his voice casual as he spoke to the creature. The Chull Queen looked thoroughly confused, her black eyes darting around.

Sensing her nervousness, Archer chuckled before reassuring her. ”The creature is speaking in my mind; itʼs how we communicate,” he explained.

Valariana blinked, still uncertain but slowly relaxing. ”Oh... right,” she said while moving close to him. ”This woman isnʼt human or elf. What is she?ʼ Jimʼs deep, rumbling voice echoed in Archerʼs mind, his curiosity evident as the Desert Wormʼs building-sized head emerged slowly from the sand.

Archer glanced at Valariana, who was still watching Jim with guarded interest, her posture tense. Smiling, he responded, ”Sheʼs unique-my Chull Queen.”

Valariana beamed at the title, her excitement evident as she grabbed Archerʼs arm. Jim let out a deep, rumbling laugh, amused by her reaction. Then he turned to the side and began spitting out thousands of shimmering red silk balls, their vibrant color glinting in the sunlight. ʼOh wow, there is so much here,ʼ he mused with a greedy smile.

This went on for a few more minutes before Jim turned to him, ”Thatʼs all the Red Silk Iʼve collected since our last meeting. Thereʼs more but I have to summon the others and let them know youʼve returned.ʼ [Drop some powerstones, comments, and gifts to help the novel grow; I appreciate all the support you can give]