Cale couldn't help but wonder.
'Do I have some unknown affinity with animals?'
[It's god-nim's fault!
Myst/God!Cale: Whose fault is that?]
He could not understand why he kept getting tangled up with so many different types of Beast people and Divine Beast. Furthermore, they were all Beast people who were either struggling or in danger.
'It's not like I'm running an animal hospital or something. What? Am I suppose to help dwarfs next?'
[Oh, you have no idea.]
"Actually, you do not necessarily need to give us any information. It is us sharing information with you."
Cale's expression became odd.
"I'll at least listen to what you have to say. Nothing in this world is free."
Witira nodded her head, as Aster placed a soundproof barrier around this secret conversation. She recited the information she had gathered while patrolling the Eastern continent's coast.
"The organization you mentioned before, Arm, has taken full control of the Eastern Continent's underworld."
Ron's eyes headed towards Witira's lips, until Cale interrupted that statement.
"That is not true. Unless my uncle deduction of full control is questionable, but they only have about 43% control of the underworld. As the 57% was control by him. So, unless Witira-nim is only referring to the mere 43% of the Underworld, then that is understandable."
Cale mentioned as he decides to fully trust his uncle until he decides to turn against him.
"I didn't know that Young Master, had such a reliable relative. Maybe I might be wrong, about that."
"There is nothing to worry about."
"Anyways, the tiger tribe discovered that a portion of Arm had crossed over to the Western Continent. While gathering more information about that, they learned that a large number of experts have already arrived on the Western Continent."
Cale nodded his head.
It made sense. The magic spearman, the blond swords master, the beast tamer, all of them were rare experts. But it made it obvious where they are hiding. Mogoru Empire.
Witira observed Cale nodding his head as she continued to speak.
"And they discovered that Arm's Firth Battle Brigade, one of their many battle brigades, will conduct a large scale move in the near future."
'Hmm?'
Cale, who was just blankly nodding his head stopped moving.
"...What did you say?"
Cale wondered if he had heard correctly.
'A battle brigade? They plan to move first huh? I guess, we need to make sure they do not survive.'
"The First Battle Brigade. The Tiger tribe is certain that the entire brigade is getting ready to move."
"...Where?"
"Here. The Western Continent."
'Ho.'
Cale then had a sly smirk on his face as his eyes started giving off a sense of bloodlust.
Witira doesn't know what to think off, until the Young master was smack on the back of his head by his own subordinate. Cale immediately snapped out of how he was going to utterly destroy this brigade, before turning back to Witira.
"My apologize. It seems like I was having war thoughts. I can't help but be a bit excited at how this brigade will fall before they even reach."
"Young Master Cale can be very vicious when he wants to. And there is more. The Tiger tribe and the Whales are currently running around gathering more information. The tiger tribe expects the brigade to move this winter."
"I see."
"The tiger tribe had suggested for us when they shared the information with us."
"I assume this First Brigade will arrive here by sea."
"Indeed. They have given us an opportunity."
Both Cale and Witira then finished their sentence together.
"We kill them while they are at sea."
'Ah. If we had this relationship in the past. Dealing with them would have been a lot easier.'
Aster smiled at the viciousness of the pair, as there was a shiver down his spine.
"the tiger tribe thinks we should get rid of them and leave no traces behind. The ocean will be advantageous for us because we will be able to reduce the number of injuries on our side, as well more easily capture some prisoners to pry out more information."
"This is an entertaining plan."
Cale agreed.
"So, what kind of place does the Tiger's want?"
Witira then started to say that they wanted a large area that doses not have many people. As for the temperature, the cooler it is, the better. Furthermore they needed a forest, and it would be best if there isn't any ruling power in the area. But it still needed a way to connect with the human world so that they could exchange any necessary items.
"Ho. What do you suggest?"
Cale asked her, as from her eyes, he could tell that she wants him to offer Harris village.
"How about the humble little village by the Forest of Darkness?"
She bluntly said so, with no shame.
"So, that was your intention."
Cale also replied not offended or affected that she offered the place first.
"Sure. But they know that they will be put to work right? Those who stay are will be considered my people and I will put them to work as much as I please."
Cale told her.
"I don't think they would mind. I'm sure they want a place to take care of their young. I think it will be a good place for the children to learn and train together."
"We will see. How many tigers are there?"
"Around 20."
Cale nodded at the answer, before thinking that they need to build more houses for the new residence.
'Ah. So much things to do. I will move to Super Rock's Villa permanently after that. There is no space for me.'
He ignores the looks behind him, as he feels the stares of the others aimed at his back, after this discussion. As he doesn't want to take it up with them. And they were listening after Rosalyn disabled Aster's soundproofing, as they wanted to hear what was going on as well.
Therefore, they heard that Cale allowed the Tiger tribe to stay at Harris Village. And isn't asking for anything, from them as they provided information.
"Alright, lets work hard together. And fuck the enemy up."
"Let's fuck them up!"
Lock somewhat happily agrees as Cale remembered something. He doesn't mind 'punk' and 'bastard' coming out of the children's mouth, but 'fuck' is only allowed for 18 and above. As much as he wants to correct Lock's word of choice, he choose to keep his mouth shut, because they probably learnt it from him.
[Cale-nim is so responsible.]
"What is that?"
Witira pointed to a spot behind Cale. Her actions made Cale turn around, only to see the Golden Turtle Shell shining in the sun.
"Is that your ship?"
Witira's voice was shaking. Cale did not know why, but he nodded.
"Yes. To be more accurate, it is a ship that belongs to our territory. You figured it out right away."
Cale pointed to Mueller, who was fidgeting off to the side without being able to approach them.
"He made it."
Flick.
Cale's flicked his index finger as a signal for Mueller to approach, and Mueller quickly ran over. This Dwarf and Rat half-blood were still short, but he had gotten a bit plump.
"Young master-nim, great to see you again. Have you been well? Hee hee."
Mueller, who was smiling as he greeted Cale, was much less scared than before. Cale liked this version. This was better than having Mueller being scared of everything.
"Yes, I have been well. On and Hong want to see you. The four of us will have dinner together at some point."
Hiccup.
Mueller suddenly started to hiccup. He was still afraid of On and Hong, making Cale smile in amusement.
"D-did the two respected kitten-nims come with you?"
"Yes. They keep talking about you. They must be really excited to see you again."
Mueller's face became pale. As Cale just continued with the introductions.
"He is a Dwarf and Rat half-blood and is extremely talented. Right, Mueller?"
Both Witira and Cale looked at Mueller. Who flinched after seeing Witira's beauty, before vigorously nodding his head and started to shout.
"Yes sir! This ship is designed to have the strongest offensive capabilities and will dominate the seas in the future. You will never be able to find another ship like this!"
Witira nodded her head.
Even she could tell that the golden ship in front of her head extremely strong defense. Although she could not tell how strong the offensive capabilities are, she knew that it would be completed properly, since Cale was in charge of it.
[no he isn't.]
'Young Master Cale really has good foresight.'
Witira was amazed at how Cale was already ready for navel warfare.
"Young Master Cale, you really are amazing."
"...Me?"
"Yes."
"I do not believe so. It was necessary for the greater future. Besides, it was just due to paranoia, that it was created. But even being paranoid is a good thing. And who would really trust a trashy person like me."
"... says the one who has the ability to command millions with no problem... I should really steal you from this kingdom."
Witira frowns at the way this red head was putting himself down.
"Please don't. I do not want to deal with that. I'm busy enough as it is."
Cale sighed at the joke, as Witira just smiles, while those closer to Cale just frowns at that statement.
"How are the blueprints for the villa?"
"Ah, they are almost complete, sir! Should I start explaining the ship first?"
"No need. I trust you know what to do. You have done an excellent job."
Cale answered as he pulls out a small pouch full of jewellery, gold and valuable items and drops it in Mueller's waiting hands.
'i don't plan to use ships too often.'
He already told Mueller what kind of villa he wanted to be placed in the Ubarr territory. A sturdy building with a large basement. It was a perfect secret base.
"Will you be leaving tomorrow?"
Witira asked, as she sees that they had finished talking.
"That is the plan."
It was almost one year since Cale had last visited the Whipper Kingdom. But there was one other thing Cale needed to do before heading back.
--
Cale returned to the Magic Tower right before a year had gone by.
"Young master-nim, we're glad to see you again after such a long time."
Cale shook the hand of the person in front of him.
This was the former liege of the Magic Tower's secret son, the one who was the child of a Whipper Kingdom's citizen's citizen and a mage, the unfortunate person who could not use mana.
He was the crazy bastard who was one of Toonk'a top advisors. And perhaps, future queen of Whipper Kingdom.
The man in front of Cale was Harol Kodiang.
"Harol, long time no see."
The man who had a total hatred pf magic seemed much better than a year ago.
"Where is Toonka?"
"I am right here!"
Cale let go of Harol's hand and looked toward the sound of the voice.
Screeeech.
The rusty iron gate opened and the large Toonka walked out of the building.
Toonka was coming out of the Magic Tower.
This building, which was a reminder of the terrible past for the Whipper Kingdom's citizens, was surrounded by weeds.
"You became the Commander-in-Chief."
"Hahaha! Yes, I am the Commander-in-Chief."
Toonka laughed at Cale's statement and answered back with excitement. His eyes were sparkling as he looked at Cale.
"That is why I want to end this reminder of the past before I start working as the Commander-in-chief."
Toonka pointed toward the Magic Tower behind him as he asked Cale.
"You will destroy it, just as you promised?"
Part of the deal last year was that Cale would destroy the Magic Tower.
Of course Cale plans to uphold his end of the deal. And not that Toonka could kill him, he has Raon protecting him and have the Molan clan following him.
"Of course. But how should I do it? Breaking it apart with brute force is no fun..."
"Something bright and flashy."
Toonka also mumbled as he turned to a smirking Cale who knows what kind of mess he will make, as he changed his hair colour to a common one. Therefore, even an idiot like Toonka, knew the latter is going to cause something so big, that he doesn't want it lead back to him.
"I will make it an early wedding gift for Harol and the king."
"It sounds like you plan to use mana bomb."
Toonka frowned a bit, but knowing his friend he will make it like a festival instead of destruction of a landmark.
"Wouldn't be great. The Magic Tower being destroyed by one of their own creations? They will regret pissing the people off, till the people steal their own items and use it against them."
"Kahahahaha. You do make a point. Make it really colourful, my friend."
"No problem."
While the two was chatting about it, Raon who was listening nearby thinks, that his father has a scamming smile, but was excited to see the effects of their fireworks explosion, as according to uncle ice, with the mixture they used. The explosion would be colourful and big.
Raon worked very hard on it, it will be big and beautiful. Human paid him a gold piece for a good item too.
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Extra:
Explosion
Kim!Cale: Are you trying to change a nuclear war weapon into a toy?
Re!Cale: If you call mana bombs a war weapon, then I do not want to think, where a grand class spell would be under.
Kim!Cale: it does not exist in our universe.
Re!Cale: It does in ours. Besides it is an early wedding present for Harol and the king.
Toonka: Hahahaha. Yep, it's a present for Harol.
Harol: You will never let me live it down, will you?
Toonka/Re!Cale: Nope.
Alberu: Is author-nim, really going to make a story that Cale is a villain.
Aster: There were many request for them, in the previous chapter. They made a note and published it. It's just a basic idea for now.
Rosalyn: But with everything young master Cale has done, I don't think I can see him in a bad light.
Lock: What if he is actually the final boss and White Star is just a puppet to destroy the world?
Rosalyn: I bet he will do it to unite the kingdoms in the background.
Iris: What if he is just so tired of the people's shit that he wants to destroy them?
Rosalyn: I doubt he would think the same for all people. probably just the corrupted ones.
Geo: What if our liege is just a sad boi, with no one by his side and frustrated with the world?
Rosalyn: Isn't it stemming from his father. Make Deruth change and Cale won't feel like that.
Luke: That isn't going to be easy as of now.
Re!Cale: What if I wanted to be god?
Rosalyn: Do you?
Re!Cale: Absolutely not.
Rosalyn: See my point.
Everyone else: *nods*
Author: This is tough. So much things to juggle.
Kim!Cale: Author-nim, take your pick. Nuzlocke challenge, SCtF or new story?
Author: I will get back to you on that. *Runs off*