Archer stood observing his soldiers as they slaughtered the last of the creatures haunting Starfall City and its abandoned streets. Once the task was complete, Inara commanded the Drakeguards and Legionnaires to sweep through, securing the area.
The battle for control went on for another week, as the Draconians methodically cleared and occupied the entire Avalonian capital. During this time, Archer found solace in moments spent with the newborns Elise and Amelia.
The two infants glowed with joy at his arrival, their radiant smiles warming his heart amid the grueling campaign on Plurioa. He visited the other four children and all his wives, leaving him utterly exhausted.
Archer sat on the balcony of an inn in the secured heart of the city, cradling Evelyn, the small cat-girl, in his lap. She bounced with uncontainable excitement, her joyful babbles filling the air as she delighted in the moment.
