The War God's Homecoming

Chapter 25 A Phone Call from the Capital City

A few minutes later, the Land Rover led the way with a box truck following closely behind as they slowly made their way towards the Knight family's neighborhood.

"Commander..." Casey hesitated to speak up after they had driven for a bit.

“I'm not in active duty anymore, don't call me Commander. Just call me Mr Gardner or Billy like Derek does." Billy replied.

"In that case, can I still call you brother? It feels more personal.” Casey smiled.

“Sure thing," Billy nodded before asking, "What did you want to say earlier?”

"I got a call from the capital this morning.” Casey's tone was heavy.

"As expected,” Billy responded nonchalantly. "What did they say?"

"They're not happy about you going off on your own and are giving you three days to return to the western region or else they'll revoke your title as King of the West." Casey took a deep breath before continuing. "I think it's time for us to part ways.”

"That works out perfectly.” Billy had an indifferent expression on his face.

"Write up my resignation letter and send it over saying that I'm leaving due to personal reasons anc resigning from all positions in Army of Bloodshadow."

Casey slammed on the brakes suddenly causing them both to jolt forward in their seats.

"You're joking, right?" he asked incredulously.

"If Azure Dragon and his crew found out you resigned, they'd be here in no time flat ready to follow you wherever you go."

In fact, everyone in Army of Bloodshadow might just quit too."

low voice. "Tell them to stay put in the West without my permission. If they dare

bro?” Casey turned his

I look like I'm joking?" Billy glared at

for two years due to health reasons. It's rumored that they want to choose one of you

with Tasha and Harleen, whom I owe so much. And also

me, being free from official duties is better.” He continued with a smile on

spoke again. "It's said that the lord of the central district has been against you all along and has reported

any difference.” Billy chuckled lightly.

people support him in the capital city... I'm worried if he really wants

about!" Billy interrupted him again, his eyes flashing with a hint of anger. "He better

"Okay."

Casey shook his head and continued, "After the last battle,

if he's in Ozin. If he is, I'll go visit him." Billy

resign

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"l see."

I heard there are people investigating your background over at the capital!" “Let them investigate all they want! A bunch of clowns who can't do anything else but cause trouble.” Billy

long. They'd go crazy without something tc stir up.” Casey agreed as they continued chatting for

entering the community, the two of them noticed that some large words, "TO BE DEMOLISHED" were painted on the exterior walls of all the buildings. In the open space of the area, many elderly people were discussing something in groups

"Daddy!"

unit 8, they got out of the car. Billy then saw

down to pick up Tasha and

course! Tasha missed Daddy so much...” Tasha's tears wetted

Billy's eyes turned red at

countless times in her dreams. She hoped that Tasha could have a strong father figure to rely on so she wouldn't be called a bastard by others anymore. She had been dreaming this dream

In no time at all, Billy carried Tasha towards the back