Super Core, otherwise known as a bunch of top-quality gemstones stuffed in one place underground, is formed through a natural phenomenon lasting thousands of years, and they are rare. So rare, in fact, that only about a dozen have been spotted in the world throughout the whole of history.

And how did they spot them?

Well, Super Cores have a history of causing long-lasting natural disasters wherever they appear, so there's that. I didn't expect it to appear here since they're so rare, but I suppose it does make sense.

''Of course, this is just an observation as there is no definitive proof yet.'' Tara sighs.

''Assuming that a Super Core is beneath the surface though, is it really worth it for the dragons to risk war to get it?'' Tina ponders.

''I do believe so, yes.'' Tara replies. ''The gemstones in a Super Core are extremely pure, so they're naturally valuable even to the dragons.''

Yeah, I can't even imagine how much stronger I would be if I had those super pure gemstones, my Gunnirs would have their power doubled... Wait, pure gemstones?

How the fuck did I never thought about synthesizing gemstones??

''Sylvia?''

I immediately pull out my phone and begin to text dad furiously, copying the methods of making synthesized gemstones on the Internet and sending them all to him.

''Phew... Sorry about that.'' I let out a sigh after sending the wall of texts to dad. ''So the gist is that the Felidaes and some others want to stay for the Core, and you guys want to move out?''

''Yes, although only a few know about the Core's existence. There were some who already went to other places, and there were some who strongly protested against the decision of the Felidaes.'' Tara picks up the coffee cup again. ''My sister Kara was once the leader of the protesters, and as you see, she was unfortunately exiled.''

''Why not just dig the Core up and ditch then?'' Liana raises an eyebrow.

''...For some reason, every time we try to do that, the dragons will intervene.'' Tara frowns. ''If they won't get it, then they will make sure that we won't, too.''

''How did you guys even manage to fight against the dragons?''

''We were lucky enough to have two venerable benefactors, who were strong enough to chase away even the adult dragons defending the town with us.'' Tara smiles gently. ''They're still living here even now.''

I see, so that's why this town is still not yet a barbecue pan, and why the Felidaes are confident enough to stay here. We'll have to go see these 'benefactors' later as well.

''I see. By the way, did you notice anything else recently?''

Still, there might be something more to this, I don't think the evil goddess chose this place for her next appearance for nothing.

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''No?''

Yeah, fuck. I guess we'll have to find out ourselves.

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After finishing the discussion with Tara, we went around the town and found a pretty decent inn that had a super big room for all five of us.

puff

''Hah...'' I flop down the bed, staring blankly at the ceiling.

What do I do first...

Okay, let's check up on Eva for now.

[Hanako]: Hey, I forgot to ask the last time, but where exactly is the energy coming from?

'''' ... ''''

Well, it would usually take her a few minutes to respond, let's go find something else in the meantime.

''Mn...!''

Suddenly, I can feel my nipple being pinched. I open my eyes to see a... Foot before my eyes.

''What are you doing?'' I turn to the culprit - Liana, who's on her phone.

''Feet massage.'' She replies, resting her feet on my boobs very naturally.

You're taking Anna's spot, you know? Look at the poor cat not knowing what to do-

Ah, she's going for my thighs instead, alright. Anna does love my inner thighs a lot, and the thing near those as well.

ting

There we go, it's pretty quick this time, huh.

[Xx-DarkLordOfTheFlame-xX]: Slightly North of the cat-kin territory.

[Hanako]: Isn't that just the Infinite Range?

[Xx-DarkLordOfTheFlame-xX]: Well, yes. Can you head there sometime soon? It would be troublesome if the dragons joined forces with Eve.

[Hanako]: Eh... Alright. Also, can you make it rain here? The drought is quite serious, I feel bad for the cats.

[Xx-DarkLordOfTheFlame-xX]: Hah... That's extra work, but fine.

[Hanako]: Thanks, mom.

[Xx-DarkLordOfTheFlame-xX]: Yes, yes.

[Hanako]: Eh?

[Xx-DarkLordOfTheFlame-xX]: What?

[Hanako]: Nothing, ma'am, have a good day.

Only some minutes after the conversation ended, I can already hear the raining sound outside the window. Accompanied by that are the various exclamations and cheers from the people, I assume, on the street.

''...I kinda don't want to go the bath.'' I say lazily.

''At least use water magic then.'' Liana shrugs, wiggling her feet. ''No one wants to use a dirty cock-sleeve.''

''Isn't that too harsh?'' Tina interjects. ''At least I definitely would, if it's Sylvia.''

''There I thought you were going to defend me.''

I will use water magic. And why you two make Anna hard already, it's only 6 P.M.... Oh, well, I guess we can rest early tonight. An hour for eating and an hour for fucking, so we'll sleep at eight, seems about right.

''Let's go eat first.'' I tap Liana's feet and say.

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After a relatively short fivesome session, which included me taking a bath in semen instead of water, it is now the next day. Not sure if it's because of the slightly unusual position we tried yesterday or what, but I have a mild headache right now.

Aside from that, we're heading to the place where Eva told us to yesterday, which is somewhere near the shared border of the cat-kin territory and the Infinite Range.

Now, because we're pretty sick of cars, and our drivers seriously need to rest, we decided to fly there instead. Flying has a lot of advantages, one of them is that we will be able to see the whole scene from above, like right now.

''Truly curious.'' Bald Saint says. ''I've never seen a snow field and basically a desert area sticks together like this.''

What poor description, but I agree. No matter how you look, that is unnatural. Right next to the lifeless, dry land is a pure white snow field, and beyond that is an impressive range of mountains, far bigger and majestic than the range back in Everwood. I think I might need five Gungnirs for each of those mountains.

''Ah, wait, I can feel the energy already.'' I speak up as we pass the line and into the snowfield. ''Very faint though.''

''Me too.''

''Me three.''

''Me four.''

''I know all of you can already. Stop joking.''

ROARRR-

Tch, sound barrier.

From nowhere, a huge dragon with blue scales and golden horns flies straight towards us, roaring intensely.

''Tch, stupid asshole.'' I curse, holding my head and pulling out the Saiga-12, together with a few tear gas shells.

Can't you see I'm having a headache?? Now I'm truly irritated, IRRITATED, fucking idiot.

clack

skrrt

Be grateful I'm not using lethal shells.