A Chance towards Happiness

Chapter forty four: Give and take

Three days after coming back from the Ubarr seas, Cale went to the Wind Island with the cat and dragon siblings. The redhead was currently having a meeting with his people. Since the group had been investigating the organization, they found some traces of a dead mana facility. It was hidden and people wouldn't suspect it was a dead mana facility. Freesia also reported a secret base located in one of the islands of Hais.

"I see, these people are really expanding their reach," Cale said as he tapped the table in their conference room.

"Yes, Young Master. We have been on standby since you ordered us not to touch them yet but to observe them instead," Freesia responded as she handed the files Cale needed to see.

"Great job, Freesia. Your efforts will be rewarded," Cale smiled as he flipped the papers.

"There is no need, Young Master. You're already doing so much for us by giving us shelter, food, money and keeping us safe," Freesia said as she shook her head. Cale looked at her.

"Hmm, is that so?" Cale muttered as he continued reading the papers. Ohn and Youna just shook their heads.

After reading the papers, Cale gave out instructions to his people. The redhead would be the one in charge of destroying the dead mana facilities they found. It would be dangerous if he let his people do it alone. The tasks he gave them was to plant a particular device to each facility so Cale could connect his Fire of Destruction, strengthened and infused with his Omnipotence, to destroy and purify the place. This way, it'll save him time and he doesn't need to expose himself to the enemies. Until now, the organization didn't know of his existence, their leader saw him as someone he wanted to possess. Cale was taking advantage of that. As long as Cale does not seem to possess danger to the organization, the White Star would never harm him.

"We will carry out our plans after two days, contact me once you set the devices on their facilities," Cale said as he stood and dismissed his people.

Cale and the children went to his room inside his estate in the Wind Island. He was waiting for Bud and Glenn. As they waited, Freesia delivered their food to them. Freesia already knew of the dragons' existence as well as the cat children, although she didn't ask, she somehow developed an ability to distinguish the race of the people.

Cale and the children ate for a while then Freesia came back and told them that the Mercenary King and his companion had arrived. The redhead told the children to remain in the room and keep eating.

"Bud, Glenn, it's been a while," Cale greeted as he walked inside the parlor in his manor.

"Cale! It's really been a while!" Bud stood and approached Cale as he lifted him up.

"What the hell, Bud?! Put me down!" Cale demanded as he struggled away from him.

"Aw, you're too cold! You don't know how worried I was when I heard the news of the attack in your territory, much more when I heard you fell asleep for a very long time!" Bud responded as he embraced the redhead tightly.

"We are glad you're finally awake, Young Master Cale," Glenn added. The redhead just looked at them and he let himself melt on the Mercenary King's arms.

"I'm sorry for making you worry, Bud, Glenn. Thank you for waiting," Cale softly said.

When the two calmed down, Cale proceeded to his business with them. He told them about his plans on destroying the dead mana facilities his people found.

"When your plan takes place, I will lend you my mercenaries to assist you. There's nothing wrong with increasing the number of people around you. This is our way to ensure your safety," Bud said.