In the bustling city of Tairal, Rya's motionless form was seated on the cold stone floor of her laboratory situated within the grand confines of the Royal Palace. Meanwhile, Dalia, her faithful Wolfkin companion, gnawed on a sizable beef bone, a leftover from her midday meal. Nieren, focused and intent, diligently honed her skills in vegetation magic, all the while casting occasional glances toward her Dark Elf sibling. Rya, in her vulnerable state, remained unaware as her consciousness was fully immersed in controlling her golems.

In a stroke of luck, there were no suspicious activities taking place, and the presence of her mother and Rya's maid in the room provided a sense of security.

"Alpha's been out of it for a while now... I wonder how the whiny one is doing?" Daliaasked herselfwhile using her claw to pick outa piece of meat between her teeth.

"Whiny One?"Miss Annaquestioned as she glanced over at the Wolfkin.The maid was looking a bit under the weather today.

"She's talking about Lady Tayna Dule... I don't know if it is a beastkin thing or a Dalia thing... But she calls Rya's friends certain names... It's amusing," Nieren explained while making a flower out of her magical vine.

"Huh? So, you're saying Dalia likesLadyTayna?"Anna inquired.

"You know I'm right here, mousy. And yes, I like the whiny one. She's proven to be a solid fighter when we sparred with silver hair," Daliasaid.

"Silver hair? Wait!?... Why am I mousy!? Do you think I'm some mouse!?" Miss Anna yelled at thewolfkin.

"No, not a mouse, just a mousyperson. You know... a mouseyhuman," Dalia said before sticking her tongue out at the maid.

"I-I show you mousy!... Ugh... When I feel better," Anna said.

"What's wrong with you today, Miss Anna?"Yulianainquired.

"I think my period is around the corner," Anna explained.

"Oh, then you should head home," Yuliana replied."I remember having my period about seven years ago... It's the worst three days of my life!... Until I discovered how to alleviate my pain," Yuliana finished before she began giggling.

"I don't think human periods are as rough as Elvenones,"Miss Annasaid.

"Oh? Really?Well, I guess that would make sense since it is more frequent for humans," Yuliana said.

"I don't know... I wouldn't mind if my period only occurred every two decades. I have enough problems as it is trying to stay ahead of my duties," Miss Anna said while holding her stomach.

"That's why being a Wolfkin is the best... We don't have to worry about getting pregnant until mating season which only happens once a year, and we can mate for as long as we want without any worry," Dalia said smugly, while leaning back in her chair. The way she leaned back showed off her noticable baby bump for all three women to see.

Yuliana expressed disbelief with a shake of her head, while Nieren responded with a dismissive eye roll. Anna was perplexed by Wolfkin's statement. Sometimes, Anna suspected that Dalia was aware of her pregnancy, while at other times, it appeared that she was completely unaware of her own condition.

"Is she unawareof her own pregnancy?" Anna asked out loud.

"I've given up trying to understand what goes on in that mutt's mind," Nierensaid.

"Mutt!?... Who are you calling a mutt,woody!?" Dalia exclaimed.

"See... Ignorant to the world around her," Nieren statedwhile waving her hand outin front of her.

"You know she's not that smart,but this is ridiculous,"Yulianawhispered.

"And you're not the one with super hearing,greeny!" Dalia exclaimed.

"I'm starting to wish my ears were clogged,"Yulianareplied.

"Listen! I know that this looks like I'm pregnant. Even my Gamma thinks I'm pregnant, which convinced me for a moment. But then I remembered when we, beastkins, have our mating season. And that only happened during the spring season. And I meant my Gamma during late summer, so it is impossible that I'm pregnant carrying his pups... At some point, I will, but this is just a strange phase my body is going through.There's no way I could've gotten pregnant at this time of the year, so don't worry about me!" Dalia replied, explaining herself and her situation.

"You can eat half a cow in one sitting, your breasts have gotten bigger, your hips are wider, your appetite for mating with Percy hastripled, you've gained weight, and now your stomach is round. Not to mention, your scent has changed..." Yuliana trailed off.

"I know that it is weird... But I can't be pregnant. Once these strange cravings disappear, I'll lose this weight in no time. You'll all see," Dalia statedconfidently as the Wolfkin proudly raised her headhigh.

Anna looked at the Wolfkin skeptically.

"You can't be that dense!" Yuliana exclaimed exasperatedly.

"Don't worry, I'll be back to my old self soon."

"Yeah, when you push out your children," Nieren muttered.

"I heard that," Dalia said, shooting a glare at the Wood Elf.

"What are you going to do, fur ball," Nieren said while smirking at the Wolfkin.

Dalia rose from her chair, ready to pursue Nieren, when she noticed that Rya's closed eyes began to twitch rapidly as if she were entering the REM stage of sleep.

"Stop you two!... Ry is coming too," Yulianaordered.

The two girls ceased their argument and turned their attention to Rya, who was seated on the floor. They observed her facial expressions, which seemed to indicate that she was receiving some kind of revelation or vision.

After 15 seconds had passed, Rya's eyes suddenly snapped open, and she found herself face-to-face with the four women standing before her. A sly, enigmatic smile slowly spread across her lips as she gracefully rose from the ground.

"Hey, Alpha. Did you see something interesting?" Dalia asked.

"Yes, yes I did... My future uncle-in-law is about to lose quite a bit of income," Rya said with a smug smile.

"So, those double agents came through for us... How many places are your golems going to hit?" Nieren asked.

"I have twelve of them in sight and another five I'm going wait to hit after we see how the Duke is going to actafter the first round of raids."

"You're really going to bankrupt the Duke?" Yuliana asked.

"Not quite...He is a shrewd man. He must have backup plans to his backup plans. We'll see where he moves assetsto make up for the losses, and then we'll plan accordingly. Ineed him to make dumb decisions so we can undercover what his ultimate trump card is...So, we'llcause him a little troubleand see if he slips up, and when he does, we'll end him,"Rya explained.

"It's about time that human gets out in its place... Oh, I wish I could be there to see his face when he learns that all his precious things are gone," Dalia said with a wicked smile as her tail started to wag.

"I'm not used to these styles of tactics, but I believe in you, Ry," Yuliana said, putting a hand on her hip.

"I hate playing these games, Sis... I wish we could just go and arrest him or kill himor both," Nieren saidwith a pout. She didn't understand why they needed to be so discreet around Alaric when they knew he was evil.

"I can understand that... But justice is something that is served slowly until everyone sees what he truly is and then we will be freeto deal with him as we please," Rya said with a confident smile.

"Well,I can't wait to see his face," Nieren said with a toothy grin.

"So, what's our next move?"Yuliana asked.

"Well, we wait... And I need to make a new dress for this stupid Coming-of-age Party that the Duchess is throwinginthe King'shonor."

"Is it really necessary thatwego?" Dalia asked.

"Of course,this is our lifenow, and I need you all to help me in keepingan eye on the Duchess and Hilda... I'm sure they're going to try to humiliate me in some way to underminemyrelationshipwith Quin," Rya said with an irritated frown.

"They have no idea who they're messing with, and I'm looking forward to seeing their faces when we walk into that ballroom," Yuliana said.

"B-But do I have to wear a dress?... Can't I wear my retainer uniform—"

"Nieren!"

"Woody!"

Rya, Yuliana, and Dalia allyell at herat the same time.

"What! I can't be the only one who hates wearing dresses...I mean, come on, Dalia! You're a Wolfkin! I thought your kind hates wearing clothing!"

"My Alpha made it clear, and I won't let her down. Besides, I've gotten used to it, andif I can get a new outfit out of this, then I'm more than happy to oblige. Besides, my Alpha looks stunning in her dresses."

Nieren couldn't believe it. Dalia had become domesticatedin less than a month.

"Well, I still don't like dresses. And you can't make me wear one, sister," Nieren said.

"Oh, but I can," Rya said with an evil smile.

"Huh!?... Mother!? A-A little help!" Nierenturns her gaze towards her mother.

Yuliana smiles, and she walks over and grabs her daughter's shoulders, and whispers, "Oh, I've taught her everything that I know aboutwearingdresses...I think it's time for youto learn how to behave in public, and it's a skill that every young lady should learn."

"Mother, not you, too!" Nieren whined.

"Comeon, Woody! Stop beingsuch a child! Besides, I'll be there for moral support,"Daliasaid with a smilewhile grabbing Nieren's other shoulder.

"Fine! But no matter how many times you put in those things, I won't ever like them! You hear me," Nierendeclaredwith an irritated look.

"But don't you want to be a good example for your younger sister, Nieren?" Rya teasedwith a grin.

"B-But you already love dresses, sister," Nieren tried reasoning with her.

"Maybe I'll love them more if you lead byexample."

"Urk! W-Why does mylittlesister have to be a genius!" Nieren complained, with an angry look on her face.

"That's why you love her, though. You always wanted a younger sister to show off to, didn't you?"Yulianateasedher older daughter.

"Guh! I can't stand this anymore! Fine! I'll do it!" Nieren cried out in frustration as she gave in.

"I'm glad to hear it... Oh!? Miss Anna?... Are you feeling okay?" Rya asked the maid, who was standing quietly in the corner.

She didn't know if she should have heard everything Princess Ryahad told the two Wood Elvesand the Wolfkin.She knew how infamous Duke Alaric was, andif theMarquis Duvalwere to find out that Rya was plotting to ruin the arranged marriage with the Holy Alliance... Anna felt scared for her own safety and the safety of theRoyal Family. But she knew the Crown Prince loved her, and she saw the kinder sideof Rya.She believed that she wasn't a threat to humanity, but she was a dark elf, and if anyone were to find out the truth, they would fear the worst.

"It's fine... I'm just a little tired, Princess," Anna replied with a fake smile.

"Oh?But—"

Rya stopped herself when she saw a little bit of blood on the floor underneath Anna. Her vision saw red particles floating around Anna's lower region.

"Anna, when was the last time you had a period," Rya asked with a worried expression.

"I-It's nothing. I'm just a little tired. Please don't worry yourself over me," Anna replied with a nervous smile.

Rya sighed before using her healing magic on Anna, which rid her of the pain she was feeling, but the cramps became worse as her body started to expelher menstrual cycle.

"Ack!? I'm truly sorry, Milady! I-I'll clean this up in no time!Please excuse me!" Anna quickly ran to get a mop.

"Hold it! Anna, don't you have a tampon or something?"

Anna halted suddenly, her eyes filled with doubt as she gazed at Rya. The other three women, just as bewildered as Anna, stood alongside her on the boat, completely unaware of what Rya was referring to.

"T-Tampon?Is that a Dark Elf thing?W-What are you talking about, Milady?" Anna asked with a confused look.

Rya's expression turned skeptical as she glanced at Nieren, Dalia, and Yuliana's puzzled reactions, realizing that they were unfamiliar with the concept of a tampon as well.

"I-Is there a spell that can stop the blood from leaving your body, Milady?"Annaasked with a curious expression.

"Umm... What do h-human women do when they are on their monthlies?How do you hide it?" Rya asked.

"Hide it?!We can't unless you are wealthy enough to get a potion from a reputable Alchemist that allows women to absorb our monthlies into your body, and it is expelled through—Well, our bowels, Milady.The rest of us just have to deal with it by doing a lot of cleaning and laundry... Speaking of which, I need to clean up this mess," Miss Anna said and left the room in a hurry to get the mop.

Rya was lost in thoughtfor a moment and wondered why humans don't have tampons. She figured it was probably because the women here are stillinmedievalfantasy setting. And tampons didn't exist in medieval times. Butthis was a world of magic, and she was surprised that no one had come up with something better than a strange potion that let them absorb into their bodies, which didn't sound healthy at all. And then to deal with a woman's cycle. It's somethingRyacouldintroduce to these poor women,but she needed to figure out a way to Mass-Produceit so everyone could have access to it.Luckily, the main ingredient would be cotton, and it was something that Rya could easily get from Earl Nathaniel.However, creating the machine was the major hurdlebecause the machine would be the size of a small car.

"What's going on, Alpha?What's a tampon?" Dalia asked while scratching her wolf ears.

Rya was snapped out of her thoughts and realized that everyone was waiting for an answer.

"Umm...It's a cotton item that can but put inside a woman's vagina that can absorbthe blood from her body. So it doesn'tstain clothes or leave a trail of blood that would alert monsters to where we are. It would allow women to travel or do other activities without worrying about the blood." Rya answered,

"I have no ideathere was such a thing?... You Dark Elves are cleverer than I thought," Yuliana said.

"Well, I need something that can create the damn things—wait a minute!... Nieren?... Where was that Old Tome on Artifacts that can create socks or gloveswhen theyare fed raw materials," Rya said as she walked into her Library and looked around the massive collection.

"I thought you said that book was useless?... I think it's on the bottom shelfnext to the book called 'A History of Magic and the World.'"Nierenreplied as she followed heradopted sister.

"Ah! Nice!"Rya said, as she pulled the tome from the bottom shelf and opened the book. She was looking for a section about clothes, and she found a section on socks and gloves. But nothing on Tampons.

"Yes, yes, YES! This can work! But I need to figure out a way to design this thing to create tampons insteadof socks and gloves," Rya said as she began reading the chapter again.

"WhatdoesaTamponlook like, Alpha?" Dalia asked. "Isit a small stick that can absorb the blood?"

"Sort of... It's more like a cotton ball made out of plant fibers, and it has a string attached so you can pull it out," Rya answered while still reading the text.

Nieren was doing an internal fist pump. If Rya got distracted by something else, then she wouldn't have to try on a dress.

"What do you need from us, little sis?" Nierenasked as she put her arms behind her back.

"Ummm... Nieren, can you gowith Mom and Dalia to retrieve the Royal Tailor? It looks like we'll be trying on new dresses here instead of in my room. And I want to seeyou in a proper Fiafyrian dress for this party," Rya said, and she continued to read.

Nieren lookedat Rya with a look of disbelief.She thought that her sister would be too busyto notice.

"But—But, what about this project! Surely, you're going to have to focus on—"

Rya raised her pointer finger at her older sister and wagged it at her, "Now, now... I can multitask, and I know you, Sister... You were hoping to get out oftrying on the new dress."

"Haha... No, I wasn't..." Nieren said as she looked away.

"You're lying, Nieren.For someone who is born a literal princess, you sure have some odddislikes... Mom... Dalia... You two know what to do."

"Of course, Ry."

"Sure thing, Alpha!"

The older wood elf and wolfkin duo replied in unison as they grabbed Nieren to help bring the tailor and the dressesto Rya's lab.

"I don't need a new dress! Why can't I wear my old clothes!" Nieren said while being dragged out of the library by Rya's mother and Dalia."Mother! Listen to me, please! I promise to no longer be an Adventurer from here on out!"

"But you already gave that up to become your sister's retainer and lady-in-waiting,"Yuliana said with a grin.

"Um, uh! D-Dalia!? Did I ever tell you that you're my favorite wolfkin!" Nieren tried to plead, but Daliawasn't buying it.

"I'm the only Wolfkin here, Woody," Dalia said as she held onto the struggling wood elf.

"But! But! That doesn't mean you're not my favorite!"

"Dalia couldn't contain her excitement as she playfully teased her Wood Elf friend. "Woody, I can't wait to see you in a stunning dress!" she exclaimed, brimming with anticipation."

"Nooooo!Not my beautiful leather outfit!" Nieren shouted while the three women dragged her out of the library.

Rya giggled at the antics of her sister, 'God, she looks so good in dress and she has worn simple ones in the past... I don't know why Nieren is so resistant to them... Whatever, she'llhave to get used to them.'

Rya then turned her attention back toher book and started coming up with ideas of how to redesign this artifact to create tamponsforthefemales of Tertius.

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