After a much needed, and desired wash, the expedition members began the wait until it was their turn to receive an update from their beloved goddess, Hathor. They went from the members at level 1, and worked their way up to the only level 10.
However, there were some people who were not Hathor's children, and thus gained their level ups before the level 2s were all finished with their updates. This meant that Alfia, and Zald both received their status update far earlier than Shurry would.
Alfia's update came first, and when she walked out of the chamber, her expression was of mild surprise. She moved with the same grace that made her attractive, and also a terrifying enigma. However, unlike before, the pressure she gave off was nothing short of insanity.
"Shurry, you were able to see all of this?" Shurry answered her question with a nod, smile, and an embracing hug. "I can see everyone's stats, and even their emotions. Which means, I can see it. You love Ardee more than the rest of us." Shurry was silent for a moment. "It's fine, we already knew why you married us. And it's not like I'm going to let you get away from me now. Our daughter loves you."
Alfia didn't wait for any responses, instead gave a feeling that only conveyed one thing. She then slowly walked over to play with the pups. Neze was the next to come out of the chamber with her new update.
"I actually did it. Shurry, I did it! You said it was possible, and it happened! I made it to level 7! Now, let's have another puppy!" She spoke with confident cheer, then noticed that Rose was looking a little sad. "What's wrong Rose? Did something happen?"
"I'm worried about Alfia, she just learned to see the difference in how much love Husband has for each of us."
Neze turned, noticing that Alfia was playing with all four pups in equal measure, as if each were her very own. "Somehow I don't think it's something to worry about. Instead she's thinking about which position she wants the next child we all have together to be conceived in. Speaking of, I have an idea on that, I'll go get things we need for it. The kids' grandmas can watch them for one more night, right?"
"I'm sure they'd all love another night playing with grandma." Ardee smiled, twirling her finger on Shurry's body. Her feelings of embarrassment about expressing her feelings publicly had vanished completely over a year ago, she'd got real good at getting him to feel a certain way.
"I'm excited to see what you have planned this time." Shurry said, after the feelings of arousal hit their fever pitch. They were going to be celebrating a little harder than everyone else tonight.
With the influx of new level ups, the familia began preparations for a party unlike any other. It was a tradition, one that grew into a permanent one, and had such a wide range of effects on the city, it was all but certain each party boosted the economy… everyone would benefit. Businesses had already been preparing for the party in advance, ensuring their people had enough supplies ready for purchase, because soon the Hathor familia's members would come by and buy up a nearly incalculable amount of food & spirits. The only difference this time was, the number of level ups was so high, they decided to throw a party honoring the advancement of all members within a level… in other words, they were preparing for a 10 day long party at least.
Such a long party caused several members to change their minds about their own plans. Mostly because the women knew that the odds of pregnancy during the party was so high… well, it was next to guaranteed. As such a tactic agreement was made where the sexy time wouldn't begin until after the fifth day, after all, the women loved drinking as well.
To add more to the party, each and every one of the orphanages set up and run by Hathor familia staff, were given a huge influx of funds, and even given quite a few special treats one could only get from deep in the dungeon. In other words, this was a way to spread the tradition, to celebrate and honor the efforts of family, and show thanks for their company.
Being the wife of Shurry, Rose was the last member of Hathor familia to receive her level update from among the level 2s. She went inside the room where Hathor already looked a little exhausted, as she sipped a special concoction meant to help alleviate the exhaustion from blood loss.
"Mother Hathor, are you doing alright? You look really tired?" Rose said, running over to check on Hathor's condition. "Wait here, I'll get Shurry to heal you."
Hathor grabbed Rose by the hand. "Don't, I already told him I wanted to do this." She said with a warm smile. "Though next time, it might be for the best if we set things up such that the groups get staggered."
"But, Mother Hathor-" Rose tried to protest, she was silenced by Hathor's gentle finger upon her lips.
"I'm fine, there were just a lot more level 1s becoming level 2 than I was prepared for. Well, I knew how many, but I didn't see how exhausting it was going to be." She spoke with a concerned indifference. "Now turn around, move your hair, and remove your bra strap. I'm going to see just how much you've improved."
What came next was a scene that's occurred many times now. Rose's falna lit up with a truly bright light, and her stats shot through the roof, and then she leveled up! Level 3, but there was something else.
"Rose, you might be one of the few to ever get something like this to happen, so I'll have to ask that you return to me in a couple of weeks. Understand?"
"I understand mother. Now, what should I do to make Shurry fill me with another baby?"
"Why ask me?"
"Well you know him better than anyone, save for maybe Ardee."
"I'm sure you'll figure something out, he's always been a noble wolf. You might be able to just ask him for one and he'd do it right then and there. He loves you, he wouldn't marry you otherwise, even if your marriage came about due to other circumstances. You've bore him a beautiful little girl, you'll always hold a special place in his heart for that."
"Sounds like fun, maybe we could get hmm… maybe not this time, I still want to keep him to ourselves for a bit longer."
"There are plenty who'd love that, tell me ahead of time so I can make sure they are ready."
Rose and Hathor giggled while Rose reset her bra strap, then she left the room, leaving Hathor to now suffer the level 3s getting updates.