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."

the West without my permission. If they dare to leave their post,

serious, bro?” Casey turned his head

look like I'm

semi-retired for two years due to health reasons. It's rumored that

long ago.” Billy interrupted him. "I want to spend more time with Tasha and Harleen, whom I owe so much. And also because I have no interest in that

free from official duties is better.” He continued with a smile on his

again. "It's said that the lord of the central district has been against you all along and has reported against you several times. He even privately

insignificant person who can't make any difference.” Billy chuckled lightly.

with the emperor and many people support him in the capital city... I'm worried if he really wants trouble with you..." Casey trailed

with a hint of anger. "He better be careful, or I won't hesitate to tear

"Okay."

asked again after thinking for a moment. "Not good news." Casey shook his head and continued, "After the last battle, he was severely injured by the opponent and his cultivation

call and ask if he's in Ozin. If he is, I'll go visit

Casey paused before continuing to ask, "Brother, if you resign from your

goes for that decision being made by higher-ups. If they're willing to let me continue managing SHADOW then I won't refuse. But if they think I'm

"l see."

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 frowned

something tc stir up.” Casey agreed as they continued

DEMOLISHED" were painted on the exterior walls of all the buildings. In the open space

"Daddy!"

8, they got out of the car. Billy then saw a petite figure

Daddy?" Billy bent down to pick up Tasha and spun around

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

too!" Billy's eyes turned red

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

toys! Let's go see them together?” In no time at all, Billy carried Tasha towards