The War God's Homecoming novel Chapter 35

Chapter 35 Gratitude from the Neighbors

"That foreign force cannot be underestimated." The leader said with a faint smile. "If we bring them to the capital, it will be a headache. The most important thing is that we still have a lot of troubles to solve ourselves. That kid in Ozin has nothing better to do anyway. Let him help us solve some problems and consider it as practice."

"You're such an old fox!" Donald glanced at him and continued, "If that kid finds out you're plotting against him, be careful he might come straight into your office for revenge. Don't come crying to me then!"

"Maybe he'll thank me later on. Alright, let's leave it at that. You take care of that kid."

Meanwhile in Ozin, Billy and Casey drove over to Harleen's house with several toys in tow after finishing breakfast.

"Daddy!" Tasha ran over as soon as they entered the door.

"Did you have breakfast yet?" Billy asked as he picked her up into his arms.

"Yes! Grandma made breakfast and it was delicious!" Tasha nodded vigorously.

"Did you say thank you?" Billy smiled at her response.

"Of course I did!" Tasha replied proudly before turning towards Casey. "Uncle Casey bought all my toys! Thank you Uncle Casey!"

"You're welcome sweetie." Casey replied warmly. "Tasha, would you like to play with me for a bit?"

"Really? That's great!" Tasha jumped out of Billy's arms.

"Good morning, Mr and Mrs Knight." Billy greeted Fletcher and Sharon.

"Good morning, Billy!" Felicia called out with a smile.

"Morning, Felicia!" Billy responded with a smile before asking her, "Are you working now or still in school?"

"I'm studying in Enssea. I have one more semester left before graduation. It's summer break now but I'll be going back to school soon." Felicia replied cheerfully. "Billy, didn't you say that you know a lot of people? When I graduate can you help me find a good job?"

"You're still in school?" Billy paused for a moment before saying confidently, "Don't worry about it. It's on me."

"Thanks, brother-in-law!" Felicia giggled happily.

"Felicia, if your mouth keeps running wild like that I'll shut it up for good." Sharon glared at her and said.

"How am I being wild? This is what Harleen admitted yesterday herself!" Felicia stuck out her tongue playfully.

"Felicia, stop messing around." Harleen gave her an annoyed look then turned to Billy and said, "Can you spend some time with Tasha today? We plan on leaving for Cloud City this afternoon."

"So soon?" Billy was slightly surprised by the sudden announcement.

"There isn't much left to do here in Ozin and besides I need to go back home to look for work. Grandpa won't let me work at the company again." Harleen explained calmly.

"Um..." Billy knew they still didn't believe what he said yesterday, so he paused for a moment before continuing, "Let's leave a little later then!"

"Uh-huh, spend more time with Tasha." Harleen thought Billy was reluctant to leave his daughter.

"Okay." Billy didn't explain further.