It took almost seven days before it was finally our turn to use the gate, and in that time, I was able to pretty much get a decent understanding of the teleport system here. Of course, I learned it all in one day, but I still studied it over and over when I did not have my normal classes at the academy. I just wanted to make sure I did not miss anything this way, I may be able to make improvements on it when we go to create the real thing in Gravos.

Thurul was taking care of all the gate stuff. He told me to sit tight inside the cabin as this was just a formal inspection. But sadly for him, I could hear everything that was going on. “Prince Thurul! You are back!”

“Why the hell are you bowing to me? I gave up my rights to the throne a long time ago to follow my passion. Why do you think I left the kingdom so that idiot brother of mine could take my place?” Thurul yelled back.

“That does not change the fact that you are still a prince of this kingdom. I am sure His Majesty will be very happy to know that you are here when you see him.” From what I could tell, the guard seemed very happy.“Why the hell would I talk with that old man? I have nothing to speak to him about. I am only here in this kingdom on business. Don’t even think of spreading the word that I am here or else I might just have to accidentally tell your wife about that time in Dingland City.” Thurul’s voice was quite threatening, but now I kind of wished I knew what happened in Dingland City.

“Ahhh! Look at that I got the wrong person! Sir, please go on through. You are already checked and ready to go!” The guard was really quick to give up, which made me want to know even more!

“Lass, we have passed the inspection area, so you can come out now,” Thurul shouted.

I pursed my lips as I opened the door to the deck and walked out like I was not eavesdropping. I mean, if I am going to do it, I should do it right! Sophie and Adel would have been with me as well if they were not playing a game! “So…. What happened in Dingland City!?”

“That is what you ask me about!?” Thurul looked really surprised, but I mean, I kind of expected him to be some noble with how he has talked over the years.

“What do you mean that is what I ask about? That is the most important part of the conversation!” I said with a huff. I wanted to know! But really, when did I become a gossipy old woman? Well, I guess age changes a person. I mean, I did go from being someone against romance to being in a relationship with four people! And because of that, I will never say anything bad about those harem novels I used to read all the time.

Thurul furrowed his bushy brow before letting out a sigh and saying. “That guard captain is the leader of the inspection squad here. But he was once a royal guard but retired to do a simpler job. During his time as a knight, he was in DIngland City and met an elf girl there and the two were drunk and… Well, they went at it. It was just a one night stand. The guard also has a wife and two kids. Maybe more now, but it was one of those things he regretted, but I found out about it through my information network. This is why he was so quick to let us through.”

“I see… So it was a drunken accident…..” I really couldn’t say anything because I was with four people, so I was no different, but it did amuse me that Thurul would use such a thing against a guard to cover his tracks.“Lass, you are not going to ask more about me?” Thurul asked.

“Huh? Why? Your life is your life, not mine. Anyway, are we already there?” I asked.

Thurul chuckled and nodded his head. “We will be undergoing docking procedures here soon.”

“Okay!” I smiled and turned around to get ready. I couldn’t help but be excited. After all, this was a dwarven kingdom! I have only ever read about such places and scene depictions of it in movies and tv, so this is really exciting to be able to see it up close in real life.

I ran down to the bedroom where Adel and Sophie were busy playing a game similar to chess when I began stripping my pajamas off and digging out my armor. I did not plan to wear a dress, that was for sure.

“Faith?” Adel asked curiously as her eyes drilled holes into my back.

“Hmmm? Oh, get dressed in some armor. We are going to be docking any minute! We have finally arrived!” I explained as I slipped my arms through the sleeves of my shirt.

Both Adel and Sophie hopped up from their seats and quickly joined me. “Faith, you look excited.”

“Of course! I have never seen the dwarven kingdom before, well, the actual place where most dwarves live. I have only read about them in books and stuff back on Earth.” I explained.

“Ah! I see. I myself have not been out of the kingdom either, so this is my first time as well. But I have heard many stories from the officials who have tried to make diplomatic ties here. After all, the dwarven kingdom has many things all kingdoms would like to covet. But it is also how we were able to bring in some of the teachers at the academy as well.” Adel explained.

“Then let’s make the most of this visit and explore it all!” Sophie seemed to also be very excited. Her tail was wagging just as much as mine!