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Chapter 920 - Insecurities
🕑 Added 2024-05-23 10:59:48 +0000 UTCWhile Jake had thought about Vesperia coming to Earth, and it was even theorized she could, he hadn’t actually known it was possible before now. What’s more, Sandy had returned with her, making it a double-whammy of creatures he had partly helped “make” come to the planet.
“Where is she and Sandy right now?” Jake quickly used the magic telephone Arnold had installed in his lab to ask Miranda.
“They already left and are heading your way, sho-“
Right then, Jake saw a giant worm appear above his lodge through his sphere. He smiled and cut off Miranda:
“They’re here, thanks for telling me, and good luck with… stuff!” Jake said as he also cut the connection without admitting he genuinely had no idea what Miranda was dealing with these days. Hopefully fun stuff.
Hurrying up from his laboratory, he saw how Sandy struggled to find a good place to land without breaking anything. The valley Jake’s lodge was placed in wasn’t that large, and Sandy eventually shrank down a bit before finally touching down on the soft grass.
Getting outside, Jake smiled as he saw the giant worm. “Hey, Sandy! You look all healed up.”
“Eh, I’m getting there. Still rebuilding stuff. Next time we go on an adventure, I would prefer if it didn’t end with me dying,” Sandy answered.
“Can’t make any promises,” Jake joked. “I heard you also brought along Vesperia?”
“Oh yeah, I did,” Sandy confirmed. “She’s just finishing up some work inside one of my stomachs. Did you know she also has a stomach-like thing for all her bug friends? Well, more bug slaves, but my point is she also got a big subspace.”
“I knew,” Jake nodded. “What are you having her help with?”
“Convinced her to leave one of her spawns within one of my stomachs to create stuff. Very efficient at gardening and stuff like that,” Sandy explained. “Also, quick question, you’re her dad, right?”
“I… won’t really say that’s accurate,” Jake muttered. “Not really. I don’t actually think there’s any normal word for the kind of relationship we have. Calling me her creator also feels wrong, so I really don’t know what you would call me.”
“She calls you Sire. So I guess you sired her?”
“Again, all of those things feel very weird to put into words,” Jake sighed. “Anyway, back to you! Have you remade that resurrection egg yet?”
“Nope, gonna be a while. Super expensive to make and damn time-consuming. They also take this kind of special resource that isn’t even a real resource that shows up anywhere. I just know when I’m low on it, and it regenerates super-duper slowly, even if it is sped up when I get levels and stuff,” Sandy explained. “It’s a bit hard to understand, so it’s all good if you don’t get it; all I’m saying is that the egg isn’t ready yet.”
“Pretty sure there are few people who understand better than I do,” Jake smiled, as Sandy had effectively just explained his Jake Juice. And no, Jake wasn’t going to explain back in kind, nor would he use the term Jake Juice, as that would definitely get a lot of comments and jokes from Sandy.
“If you say so…” Sandy didn’t really seem to take his words seriously. “Oh! Vespy is nearly all ready!”
“Vespy?” Jake raised an eyebrow.
“A cute nickname for my little sister,” Sandy joked.
“You do know that if you insist she is your sister, that would mean Sylphie is your big sister,” Jake pointed out.
“Seeing as I don’t come from an egg, I was born before she was, making me the older sibling among us all. Checkmate.”
“Recently, there was also this Demon Lord…”
“Doesn’t count,” Sandy left no room for argument. “Besides, Vespy is fine with me calling her Vespy, so you don’t get to complain. Also, here she comes.”
Sandy opened their mouth before Jake could say anything more as the familiar yellow figure of Vesperia appeared before him. She still towered over him and wore a silken dress with a striped black and yellow bee pattern. Or, well, perhaps calling it a wasp pattern was more accurate.
“It’s good to see you again,” Jake said with a smile as he looked up at Vesperia. He saw her antennas twitch a bit as she also smiled.
“It is likewise a pleasure to meet you once more, Sire,” Vesperia answered. She seemed a bit nervous for some reason. Jake couldn’t even begin to guess why, as he really couldn’t see any reason why she would be, and he chose not to mention it.
“How have you been? Did everything go well when you returned to the Endless Empire? Did your sisters, the other True Royals, treat you properly?” Jake asked a slew of questions. Vesperia did look like things had been good over the last few years, but he still felt the need to ask.
“Yes, they have all treated me most excellently,” Vesperia answered in her usual polite tone. “I have also laid claim to much of my heritage that was left behind when the last Vespernat Hive Queen fell. All of my sisters have been incredibly supportive during this entire process and helped facilitate my growth as much as possible.”
Jake nodded, happy to hear that things had been good. She definitely wasn’t lying about the growth either… in fact, she was higher level than he was.
[Vespernat Hive Queen – lvl 284]
It was so high that Jake couldn’t help but wonder:
“Wait, have you gone to Nevermore?” Jake asked, clarifyingly.
“No, and I likely won’t,” Vesperia shook her head. “The World Wonder does not fit me or my Path much. Going there would also be seen as a massive risk, and finally, we True Royals have many secrets we wish to keep hidden from others. Secrets that we do not wish to reveal to the Wyrmgod for him to spread to the highest bidder after the fact, especially not to the Automaton. No, my growth in level has come nearly solely from growing into my powers and accepting part of my heritage.”
“I see,” Jake nodded. Yeah, Jake doing Nevermore had definitely revealed many of his secrets to the Wyrmgod and others. Some things would still be kept hidden, but a lot had been shown off. One also had to consider that many of Jake’s secrets were related to his Bloodline, and not even the Wyrmgod could fully analyze and detect what that did during the World Wonder. The same wasn’t true for True Royals, who relied on system-based skills.
Finally, the Wyrmgod would also be more willing to keep secrets for Jake due to Villy. The Primordials all had some odd bond and a lot of deals and whatnot, something the True Royals didn’t have. So, yeah, he could see why going to Nevermore was a huge risk that Vesperia or any True Royal quite frankly had no reason to take.
It wasn’t like Nevermore was mandatory in any way. To the vast majority, it was just a good leveling spot, and a way to bang out some dungeon clears for the Dungeoneering title. Vesperia could clearly level totally fine on her own without relying on that based on her progress so far.
“But I heard you have done quite well in Nevermore,” Vesperia commented after a bit. “In fact, as well as anyone possibly could.”
“Could have gone worse for sure,” Jake jokingly downplayed the entire thing.
“That is an understatement. You know, many of my sisters weren’t keen on me going to Earth initially, even if it was to participate in a system event, but when I left, none of them were voicing words of protest anymore, only well-wishes for my journey,” the True Royal said, shaking her head. “The Endless Empire truly does want a good relationship between them and you, using me as the binding agent.”
“Well, as long as you’re part of the Endless Empire, we’re automatically on good terms,” Jake shrugged.
Vesperia took a second before she smiled and nodded her head again. It was also only now that Jake had noticed she had lowered herself to be about the same height as him by going down on her knees. Jake wanted to point it out but didn’t.
“I do fear that it could cause problems with the Automate if you state that publicly…” she said, a bit worried.
“Eh, It’ll be fine,” Jake waved it off. “As robots, they should have enough logic to know that even if I’m on good terms with the Endless Empire, that doesn’t automatically make me an enemy. Shit, I’m good friends with both Risen, vampires, and those from the Holy Church. I am using the Viper’s peak strategy to attain perfect neutrality by pissing everyone off and making friends with everyone at the same time. All while trying to make myself someone really risky to outright make an enemy.”
Hey, it worked for the Viper, so it should work for Jake. Sure, it did make the Viper some enemies, like Yip of Yore and all his cronies, but wouldn’t life be boring if you didn’t have at least a few people gunning for you?
“There certainly are a lot of people unwilling to make you an enemy for no reason and even more wanting you as an ally,” Vesperia said in a slightly relieved tone. “I just want to ensure I’m not imposing on you.”
“Of course you’re not,” Jake shook his head, not even sure why she would say that.
“Nevertheless, the other True Royals were also concerned that me being here so openly could create diplomatic challenges, so to hopefully make up for any problems my presence might cause, I’ve brought along some gifts. They aren’t something you, Sire, can use but more something to support the budding empire you are constructing. We have already left the spatial stone with your assistant… Miranda, I believe,” Vesperia continued.
“Not really making an empire, but sure, I’m sure Miranda will be happy with any resources she can get,” Jake said. “I am curious, though, what kind of stuff did you bring?”
“Primarily formation blueprints and materials to make the formations. There were naturally also a great number of metals, gems, wood, bones, leather, carapace, and many other raw resources to support the growth of Earth.”
“Sounds like good stuff,” Jake nodded, unsure if it was actually good stuff.
“Outside of these gifts, please let me know if there is anything I can directly assist you wi-“
“Why are you being so weird toward me?” Jake suddenly asked, having finally gotten enough of Vesperia acting off. “You’re being overly polite, and almost… see, that’s what I’m talking about.”
As Jake spoke up, he saw Vesperia become quite nervous as she fidgeted a little. Her antennas were practically vibrating, and her eyes kept darting around during their entire conversation, not to mention how she looked like she had no idea what to do with her hands. Then there was the fact she had taken a weird kneeling position to have her head slightly lower than Jake’s. It was all super weird.
“I… I did not mean to cause any dissatisfaction… I-“
“She’s nervous because she hasn’t seen you in a long time, especially compared to the time you spent together. She already felt insecure if you really needed or wanted her in your life before leaving for the Endless Empire, and you seem to only have grown more powerful and influential since then with all the Nevermore stuff, making her even more insecure now. Pretty sure Vesperia has a strong innate need to feel needed and useful, and you have shown no indications of needing her for anything substantial,” Sandy jumped into the conversation as Vesperia looked panicked, whipping her head around to look at Sandy.
“You! I confided that to you in confidence, I-“
“Jake is a bit of a dum-dum and doesn’t have proper worm-level intellect, so you need to be straightforward with him at times,” Sandy said, making Jake feel pretty insulted as he was already processing the first thing Sandy had said.
“Still… I don’t want to…”
“Jake, stop acting dumb and give her head pats already!” Sandy yelled, throwing Jake out of his thoughts.
“That’s not what I-“ Vesperia protested.
“Oh, if you dislike those, Jake should make sure to never give you any ever again,” Sandy shot back.
“I didn’t say-“
Jake finally interrupted their conversation as he reached over and placed a hand on top of Vesperia’s head as he spoke with a hopefully comforting smile. “While it pains me to admit, I am a bit slow on the uptake sometimes regarding things like this.”
Vesperia didn’t say anything but only lowered her head as she blushed. Jake couldn’t help but shake his head as he saw the movements of her antennas, making him ruffle her hair.
“I feel like I need to apologize for you not feeling comfortable to just talk to me if you felt nervous or insecure,” Jake said after a bit. “But I can say that you have no reason to be nervous. Also… I won’t just trust Sandy’s words for everything, so please just talk to me, alright?”
Seconds ticked by as Jake kept patting her before Vesperia finally spoke. “The Boundless Hydra’s Chosen isn’t entirely incorrect…”
“Just call Sandy, Sandy,” Jake said in a calm tone. “No need to act overly polite toward that big worm either.”
“Seconded! It’s super weird that my little sister Vespy calls me with some long title,” Sandy jumped in again to support Jake. “And as your older sibling, let me once more say… just be candid, alright? That works best with Jake here.”
“Alright…” Vesperia said, obviously trying to calm herself.
Jake just sat there for a bit, giving her time. He did feel bad about making her feel insecure and nervous despite knowing it wasn’t really his fault or something he could have done anything about.
It took a bit longer before Vesperia finally spoke, having gathered her thoughts. “I… feel like I’ve only caused trouble for you so far. I forced you to reveal your identity as the Chosen of the Malefic One, forced you to openly disclose abilities of your Bloodline, and even made potential enemies for you, all simply for existing. Meanwhile, I’ve done nothing to assist or benefit you in any way. I wanted to pay you back, but I truly have no idea how to do so meaningfully. I can’t see why you would need me or what value my presence adds, as you have proven yourself more than capable all on your own. I… am questioning why I even came or why you would want me here.””
Jake didn’t interrupt as she spoke, even if there were many times he wanted to interject. When she was done, he let her words hang in the air for a moment before talking:
“You are right, I am more than capable on my own,” Jake said, as he felt Vesperia fidget slightly. “And as you said, I don’t need any of you. The key word here being: “need.” Me not needing you, Sandy or almost anyone doesn’t mean I don’t want you around. I don’t need you to add some tangible value or offer me some boon for me to want you here. We’re kind of family, aren’t we? You just being here is more than enough.”
Vesperia slowly nodded, pushing her head slightly up into Jake’s hand. He quickly understood as he started rubbing her hair again.
“Now, me not needing your help doesn’t mean you aren’t allowed to help,” Jake smiled. “In fact, I’m pretty sure there are plenty of things you can help me with. Just helping those around me also indirectly helps me, and I’m certain you are capable of quite impressive feats. In fact, I’ve been looking forward to hearing and seeing what you’re capable of after having had some time to do your Hive Queen stuff. Of course, only if you want to show me.”
The True Royal finally looked up, her face entirely red, as she clenched her fists. “Please let me show you my abilities!”
So… yeah, Jake wasn’t a psychologist or therapist or anything like that, but he was pretty sure Sandy had hit the nail on the head when the worm said Vesperia had a strong innate need to feel needed and helpful.
Comments
Osamaru Ta
I wonder if Jakes ever going to introduce her to the rest of the family.
Kconraw
Thx for the chapter
Olof Karlsson
Thanks for the chapter!
Saadou
"Not really making an empire, but sure..." Meanwhile bro casually owning the whole planet Earth....
Jeff McCulley
“They aren’t something you, Sire, can use but more something to support the budding empire you are constructing…” “Not really making an empire, but sure…” Of course! Everybody knows it’s what’s going on…except Jake!
Jeff McCulley
“The Automate if you” > Automata?
DirePants
Ohhhhh that’s a dope idea!
Vega
Jake Juice and… Sandy Sluice?
Jeff McCulley
For those of you who want to see a big family reunion with Jake’s parents, bother and sister-in-law and Vesperia, a little reminder: "Cute try, though,” Vesperia said. “While I do recognize Jake as my sire, that does not make his blood my family. I do not mean this in any offensive way; that is simply how things are.”
Jeff McCulley
No. Jake has zero problems taking responsibility. The only thing that happened here is that, Jake being Jake, he forgot that she liked head pats. It’s been over fifty years for him, only a couple for her.
Jeff McCulley
“Jake was in denial”? I think that you’re in denial of the simple fact that Vesperia has VERY clearly stated that he’s not her father. And Jake rolls with whatever she wants. Exactly like he just did with Sylphie. Because that’s part of his Path.
Jeff McCulley
I don’t suppose that Sandy will have to take anyone planet hopping. I’d expect that once Earth’s Prima is defeated and they join the Alliance to help, there will be gates to join the fights.
Jeff McCulley
I thought she was an amazingly interesting character in the way she had her s**t together at a day old—in stark contrast to Jake.
Jeff McCulley
She’s made the point that they aren’t blood related. In no uncertain terms.
Jeff McCulley
The Wonder, whatever it is, is going a cash cow for whatever faction grabs what. And Jake absently protesting that he doesn’t have an Empire was only foreshadowing.
Jeff McCulley
The problem isn’t perception. It’s that he FORGOT. That’s our Jake!
Jeff McCulley
What, you think there aren’t any sick minds here?
Jeff McCulley
“About to become”? What took you so long? Most of the rest of us are already there. Huh. Vesperia might eventually be a cure for the Moon, her own Hive.
Trevor Mergen
Thanks!
Secret Weapons
Thank god Jake has someone highly intelligent like Sandy around to keep him informed. No wonder he doesn't want Jake around Tom. He might infect him with stupid. Gotta keep Tom pure! Now I'm just waiting for the argument between Sandy and Sylphie on who the oldest sibling is lol
DirePants
Vesperia is about to become one of my favorites.
DirePants
Still reading but I have to say: if this ever goes mainstream I afraid of what sick minds will do with Jake Juice and AI created videos 😭😂😂😂
John Dar
if Perception isn't the answer to everything, what is? There is no other choice
MacMahon Wenzl
Yeah... probably still won't help, but you're not wrong
The Tallest Tree
He needs more points in Perception.
Arieh Sochaczevski
MENDACITY!
Arieh Sochaczevski
Sandy is all about the retail therapy… so long as they don’t have to pay for it.
TwoMoreYears
I totally forgot about that.
Aerlevsedi
We'll see if she comes around to them. She shut Caleb down hard the first time he tried to introduce himself as her uncle. Sweet as she is with Jake that didn't immediately or unconditionally apply to those close to Jake. That said I think it helped a lot in meira's case so we shall see...
Demonshadow639
I will argue being able to see the response and physical stimulus that being emotionally off, or however you want to put what Vaspira was, causes and understanding that it means they are upset or angry isn’t the same thing at all… I’m great at reading body language and physical cues… I’m fucking horrible at understanding that they are that way. I see the ques but I can’t see the why or what is causing it. Even if it’s me sometimes.
Daniel Golding
Proper worm level intellect is the win.
RonGAR
Who else figured out Vesperia wanted head pats before Jake did? Lol. Sometimes you can even buy him a clue. SMH. High perception my ### LOLOLOLOL
Decibel790
Vespy is so adorable for a... was it 10 foot tall Amazonian wasp? She and Meira have to be my favorites among Jake's companions.
Thenais
Vesperia had a strong innate need to feel needed and helpful. -> aren't we all ?
Daniel is ŁØNE
Aah the primoradial, the most dysfunctional family to ever exist in 93 eras of the universe, truly the pioneers of complicated relationships.
Jul Silver
That's the way I read it too. The focus should be on Jake being ok with the Endless Empire only because Vespy is part of it not he's ok with Vespy because she's part of Endless Empire.
Jul Silver
Sandy the therapist strikes again!
JJB4345_80_815
As opposed to retail therapy, Amazon Shopper? ;-P
JJB4345_80_815
Yes, thank you for the chappy Zogarth! (We all have our own style, but I can see the appeal!)
Phasmatic7
I've being trying to normalise this for ages
Vralnii
Perfectly said, I will now use this for tyftc comments. Thankies for the chappie zogie!
Strato Junon
Oh that's great stuff
C. Adkins
So I had a nightmare last night for the first time in forever. In the nightmare, I woke up, opened the new chapter and it was only three paragraphs long. On the Viper, I don’t think I’ve ever had such a terrible dream. Thank Zog this chappie was great lol
Jebreilthehut
Malefic Viper- jake you have the tism.
Phasmatic7
Thankies for the chapie zogie!
kingofshibainu
That was adorable
Dominick Gelardi
Vesperia is adorable
James Faulkner
Tftc!
Ragereous
If I had to take a wild guess, and hope... this new Wonder will be a hunting ground similar to Nevermore, and I could see Jake winning the Prima challenge and taking over a portion of the ownership. This would give Jake an area to train himself potentially to B grade and beyond while also giving him a sorta divine realm until he becomes a god... or I'm crazy. :]
tjak
Really loving these chapters. The way you formulate the "side"(for lack of a better term) characters catching up whilst progressing the plot firmly towards the next action scene is really excellent writing and pacing bravo Z.
Amazon Shopper
need myself a worm therapist
TwoMoreYears
This is great. I really hope we get to see Jake trying to figure out how to introduce Vesperia to her her grandparents and little cousin. I can only imagine the awkwardness of Jake trying to have a casual family meal as the court of shadows scrambles to welcome a visiting queen of the endless empire.
ChRiAn
I love the wholesome family Jake has, both from before and after the system. Can't wait for all of them to meet up. And it is nice to see this insecure side of Vesperia, wasn't shown much before in contrast to her usual confidence, it makes her a far more interesting character.
ChRiAn
Not dysfunctional at all, purely wholesome. With one or two members that are slightly homicidal from time to time. If you want dysfunctional, look at the Primordials.
ChRiAn
Not really. Vesperia is the only one that directly sees him as her Sire. Sylphie see's him as an uncle, no clue what Sandy sees him as other than a friend and if the Demon Lord calls him Daddy when they next meet I'm gonna hunt Zog down. All in all a rather unorthodox family.
ChRiAn
@Johnny_B doesn't really has to be ranking stuff, there are more than enough people with low Libido in RL that go years without sex.
ChRiAn
I would guess a partial factor is also the responsibility associated with being a father. Jake seems to have no problem with being Sylphie's uncle, but father is to much responsibility for him. But I am pretty sure I read more into that than Zog intends and it is just because Sylphie is cute, while that isn't the right word to describe Vesperia.
Chloe
Hoping that our Queen Bee ... Vespy does in fact have a pocket army of all the best fighter types from the insects. Either needing to hatch and raise or just already available for Sandy to spit out wasps 1 at a time... that hidden strength could be amazing. Also thinking that if Vespy is joining team Jake for a book, then there might be "minders" to keep an eye on her for the insects. Keep her safe and all. And if she is "safe" then Jake is "safe" and they have to have a talk about that. Liked the explanation of Sandy's egg. Hoping after the Earth prima is defeated Sandy takes the heros planet hopping and helps folks before EH and his "alliance" does.
jb qspam
The sentence is grammatically incorrect but also correct by usage- this is a case where natural speakers can differ from “proper” English but the meaning of treating Sandy and Vespy as separate rather than a group (is vs they) makes more sense. Doing it the other way basically sounds equally wrong, oddly enough.
Blank
Don't forget his time with Artemis.
Henscratch
“As long as you’re on good terms with them, so am I.” Would be another alternative along that vein. Potayto-potahto though.
Jason Hardman
You have to think about it as Jake expressing how he feels about the subject, and not as a political statement, IMO. Jake prefers to be casual, so I think this fits his off the cuff style, and gets his intent across. It's also clear that his amiability is wholly dependent on Vesperia's relationship to the Empire.
DBOMB YO
"He did feel bad about making her feel insecure and nervous despite knowing it wasn’t really his fault or something he could have done anything about" My bro you're still in denial about being her father, its like you've never heard of adoption. How you going to help birth a sentient creature and then expect it to not be fond of you and think of you as their parent. I can almost guarantee that if Jake was less awkward with the dad thing and all that then she would be a lot more comfy.
Chloe
Such a lovely way to reintroduce vespy to the story. I actually want her to adventure with Jake and Sylphie. I also hope she sorts out the underground layers of earth and all those animals for Jake prior to the prima. Really loved the dad family moment. Thanks so much. Tyftc
Juozapas
Truly nice chapter
BlackRazaras
Thanks for the chapter
Irakli Jishkariani
Vespy is so adorable wanting headpats and praise 🥰🥰
Irakli Jishkariani
Oh how they would tease him to death 😄😄😄
Strato Junon
That's why it's in quotation marks mate
Mdcole03
Double quotation . "I… am questioning why I even came or why you would want me here""
Arieh Sochaczevski
I don’t think Scarlet or Meira are going to give up on jumping him anytime soon. Now that Meira is a chosen, and given that Dusky is actively working on helping her with that, there’s a chance for her. I’m not sure Scarlet has a hope. Also, I’m convinced he’s going to do something to “modify” Artemis eventually. More than he already has.
joel southard
Nice thank you for the chapter
Arieh Sochaczevski
Yes. The head of the nail. That is correct.
Arieh Sochaczevski
TFTC I hope there’s a good scene where Vespy meets Rick.
Arieh Sochaczevski
I am not sure you are correct. The sentence as a whole is awkward. “Where is she” vs “where are they”. “She and Sandy” makes for an awkward object.
Rahsheem Reid
Sandy: Tell me how you feel about
Max
Jake unconventional parenting 10/10.
Xien
lol big daddy Jake!!! He’s been a father-ish figure for a long time. Just more practice for when he actually gets a kid! ❤️ this. Thanks Z
Sean
I think you mean hit the nail on the head. That was a lovely chapter. I miss vespy
Lewis McReu
Head of the nail?
mrthorwahl
Jake is literally creating his own pantheon.
Johnny_B
Technically, Sandy is adopted. She wasn't borned 'jaked' like Sylphie and Vesperia.
Jonathan
“Where is she and Sandy right now?” are Sandy had hit the hammer on the nail not heard it expressed this way before. Not wrong. I'm just used to 'hit the nail on the head.'
Johnny_B
Mate, those are like his kids, not a harem ffs. That said I feel it is kinda extreme that Jake shows as little interest and hasn't 'visited' Irin more often. Ranking up must really do weird stuff to your Libido if he doesnt feel urges for decades. Then again there was Carmen so maybe not as bad but still ...
JAMAJ
His family would totally throw him a birthday party as well!
Strato Junon
Aww this was a nice chapter. I like how Jake is getting a "harem" of cute girls (kind of?) around him and yet it's just wholesome and not lewd. Except for the succubus ofc. Tyfc
Karim Saadi
Not just Vesperia. A big birthday party with Sylphie, Carmen, Irin...I'm bad with names... snake lady and formerly-slave-now-high elf fellow chosen, artemis. The whole family + love interests and wanna be love interests. What could go wrong right?
Strato Junon
Could definitely just be me being wrong though! So if I'm the only one reading it like this then just ignore me
Strato Junon
“Well, as long as you’re part of the Endless Empire, we’re automatically on good terms,” There's no error here but I feel like the vibe of this bit is a bit off. Offering a suggestion here feel free to ignore. “Well, as long as the Endless Empire has you, I'm automatically on good terms with them” I'm definitely not a writer though so I could be completely wrong. It's just that the original could be read as her being on good terms with Jake because she's in the endless empire. Which is the opposite of what's intended.
Kt-x
Thanks for the chapter!
Matthias
tftc
Kulik Mate
"hit the hammer on the head" hammer->nail great chapter Btw ty
Cory Sauls
Thank you for all the “slice of life” content we’ve been getting. TFTC!! Happy to see Vespy again.
Michael
Please let there be a chapter where Vesperia gets to meet Jake's parents and nephew
Justin saldana
vespy most definitely missed her dad 😂. So far Jake's kids are quite the handful. They need to meet the grandparents and his nephew.
Joshua Morris
She is soooooo adorable.
Andrew Lavoie
Gotta love Jake's family he has a ton of kids but never procreated
Tommy
Awwwwwwwww! Too adorable 🥰
Tyler S.
Big sis Sylphie may have some words with Sandy lol
Tristan
Awwww I'm going to be honest here Jake being the super awkward big brother Uncle Dad thing that he is towards all of his misfits it's like my absolute favorite part of the series
Exaiter
I like the dynamic. Happy little disfunctional family ☺️
Thaynian
I love these chapters. Much appreciated
Valhazstromoz
Omfg this Uber powerful Amazonian wasp queen is so fucking cute lmfao
Hayden Leech
Squee!!
Thejasvi Prahlad
Tftc!
Phallusar
Jake's misfit children getting along. Thanks for the chapter
