Chapter 68 - Return (1/2)

”As you wish, my dear wife.” Simon respectfully bowed his head briefly, before signalling his guards that they can now leave.

”I hope you don't mind, but these guards performed great deeds alongside me and have all sworn to become my subordinates.” Simon cheerful spoke to Malece as he gazed at the leaving guards. Looking at Simon with a confused face, Malece sighed and waved her hand without worry.

”You are my consort, you can have as many of my subordinates as you wish.” Malece sighed as she proceed to walk back to her throne.

”Just remember to come back here soon, you have some outstandingly difficult duties to perform which require my supervision for you to be able to properly grasp.”

”I understand, I will now take my leave.”

”Very well.”

Simon left the throne room without another word, proceeding though the main lobby and back towards the 'portal'. Without saying anything, he quickly activated the portal and appeared at his mansion's front steps.

'Home.'

Simon quickly changed his clothes and removed his mask in a nearby bush before doing anything, safely protecting his identity.

Simon walked towards the main door and knocked three times, waiting for anyone to open the door. After a brief moment, the door opened and he was greeted by the face of his father. With a face full of sadness and regret, his father's face was drenched in tears, indicating that he had already found out about the events at the Reaper mansion.

”Son!” Karlus cried as he hugged hi Simon in relief. Seeing that his other son had come home safely, Karlus became slightly happier.

”You are so late! It is already nearing dusk, why were you outside so long? I was so worried! Did you hear about what happened?! Your brother...Jazukal is dead.” Karlus began to weep again as he hugged Simon tightly, refusing to let go. Soon, Simon's other brothers arrived at scene, showing signs of being relieved but still terribly grief stricken.