As the sun set, the women began to prepare dinner. Royce watched in amazement as they worked together, their movements fluid and synchronized.
"Can I help?" Royce asked, feeling a sense of uselessness.
Lyra smiled and handed him a glass of wine. "You're our guest tonight, Royce. Just relax and enjoy the evening."
Royce took a sip of the wine, feeling a sense of gratitude. He was still trying to wrap his head around the situation, but he was determined to make the most of it.
As they sat down to eat, Royce couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder. The women were all so different, yet they seemed to mesh together seamlessly.
The conversation flowed easily, and Royce found himself laughing and joking with the women. He was starting to feel a sense of belonging, and it surprised him.
As the night wore on, the women began to clear the table. Royce stood up to help, but Kael waved him off.
"We've got this, Royce," she said with a smile. "Why don't you go relax in the living room?"
Royce nodded and made his way to the living room. He sat down on the couch, feeling a sense of exhaustion wash over him.
The women joined him a few minutes later, each carrying a cup of coffee or tea. They sat down around him, and Royce felt a sense of contentment.
This was it, he thought. This was his new life.
As he looked around at the women, Royce felt a sense of excitement and nervousness. What would the future hold? Would he be able to navigate the challenges of living with multiple partners?
Only time would tell, but for now, Royce was content to simply be in the moment.