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."

in the West

Casey turned his head towards

I'm

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

him. "I want to spend more time with Tasha and Harleen, whom I owe so much. And also because I

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

has been against you all along and has reported against you several times. He even

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

people support him in the

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

"Okay."

in the East doing?" Billy 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

give him a call and ask if he's in Ozin. If he is, I'll go visit him." Billy said after

you resign from your position at

they think I'm not capable of handling it anymore

"l see."

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

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

all the buildings. In the open

"Daddy!"

of the car.

Billy bent down to pick up Tasha and spun around in

missed Daddy so much...” Tasha's tears wetted Billy's shirt

Billy's

times in her dreams. She hoped that Tasha could have a strong father figure to rely on

together?” In no time at all, Billy carried