Maximizing profit and gains was the way of the mercenaries. After Ezekiel clearly expressed the intention of working together to earn money, what other reasons did Kaze have to move against them? It would do Kaze no good at all. “Well then, Mr. Lee, can we leave?” Ezekiel asked with a smile. Kaze emotionlessly answered, “No.” “What is the meaning of this, Mr. Lee?” Ezekiel’s confident smile froze. He looked at Kaze with furrowed brows. Why would Kaze refuse to let them go? Ezekiel had made it clear, yet Kaze refused to cooperate. Kaze ignored Ezekiel’s question. He stood with his hands behind his back and said without looking back, “Draco, tell him. Do I, Kaze Lee, have the right to represent Arcadia to wage war against Glowmoss?” After the words escaped his mouth, Draco stepped forward and under everyone’s curious gaze, he removed his ridiculous sunglasses. The moment he showed his face, Gunter, Ezekiel, Morgana, Neegan, and everyone else was astonished. “D-Dra
With a look of doubt and grievance, the mercenary plunged to the ground, lifeless. It was shocking that Draco would fire the gun without saying a word. Everyone was horrified by the chief commander’s resolute action. “YOU!” Ezekiel’s expression turned ashen. He glared at Draco with anger and fear. Draco put his gun down and said coldly, “You want war right? Now you just got yourself a valid excuse. “I’ll give you a chance to call Glowmoss military and ask them whether they dare to declare war against the God of War!” A phone was tossed into Ezekiel’s hands. He got so nervous that he could barely catch it. He dared not make the call. He simply stared at Kaze and asked timidly, “Y-You are really the God of War?” It was not a question but a statement. Be it Draco or the Dragon’s Edge and the Battle Dragon Troops, all the soldiers looked at Kaze with utmost respect and admiration. It was like the men saw God in person and started worshiping him. On the other hand,
Before this, Gunter was somewhat unconvinced by the God of War. He thought of training a few capable men, hoping to have a chance to challenge the legendary man in the future. Mosiah was one of his most successful talents. However, Gunter realized he did not even have the strength to stand straight before the God of War. What happened before his eyes cleansed him of his unrealistic fantasy. Kaze did not even need to move and Draco had already destroyed Mosiah with just one punch. “Gunter Powell, do you think you still have a future?” Kaze asked as he looked at the man. He continued, “You are originally an Arcadian. I don’t blame you if you don’t like this country and want to leave, but you don’t have to hurt it. “Look at what you have done now. To prove your loyalty to your master in Glowmoss, you led the foreign legion to wage war against Arcadia many years ago. “After you were discharged, you continued to serve the enemy. You even used your status to gather the Powell
“You’re supposed to be the chief instructor of Glowmoss Foreign Legion. I’m disappointed.”Kaze kicked Gunter away in disgust before turning to Niko. “Your uncle is kneeling before me, Niko.“What’s your pick? “Are you going to beg me on your knees or take me down with you?” Kaze sneered. The mutual destruction was a joke. Several hundred Zion Mercenaries could not possibly take him down. “I… I…” As beads of sweat rolled off his forehead, Niko was at a loss for words. He was under immense pressure from Kaze. Even in the face of the strongest Glowmoss military, he had never been put in the spot. The urge drove him to kneel before Kaze. Truth be told, the same drive stirred within many at the reveal of Kaze’s identity. Niko was able to keep it together until now owing to his persistence. That was enough to set him apart from his peers. The ego in Niko was the only thing stopping him from kneeling and pleading. “I’d rather die than kneel to you.” Though he fel
Three days later, the turmoil that rocked South River State gradually subsided. Those with the inside scoop of the incident at Jade Estate kept mum. Those uninvolved would never know the truth. However, the outcome was for all to see. Kaze carried on living life like before. Though he was no longer the mayor of Lilyrose, Shangrila Group and Sky Ocean Corporation operated as usual without any disruptions. Those who sided with the Powells were in for it. Gunter disappeared into thin air. Rumor had it that Gunter was sealed in a coffin alive and delivered back to the Glowmoss Powells upon his death. No one had any way of validating the matter. The Powells all across Arcadia, save for the dozens who left Lilyrose alive, vanished without a trace too. It would be shocking if that amount of people died in Lilyrose. Still, nobody knew where they went. A handful of people assumed from the choppers emerging above Jade Estate during the funeral that Lilyrose Strategic Dep
For the Glowmoss government, 200 million Uleania dollars was not much. The point was that the five hundred-odd individuals successfully snuck into Arcadia through the operation of several major Glowmoss organizations. The loss would be immeasurable if the root cause was not addressed. Besides, the Glowmoss government was insulted with the matter blowing up in their faces; they were furious, to say the least. The Powells, responsible for the incident, were bound to face the wrath of the government and the people. The Glowmoss government could possibly play the blame game and make a scapegoat out of the Powells. With that in mind, Ian shuddered. “You’re right, Uncle Ivan. This concerns the survival of the family. We need to save ourselves.” Ian bowed before Ivan. “I hope to seek your guidance.” After much contemplation, Ivan said, “First, we need to disassociate ourselves from Gunter and pin the whole thing on him. He started it anyway, so he should take responsibilit
Ivan flew to Cousbank, an island nation, to meet with the leader of Sanwell Finances. Sanwell Finances got down to business right away. The corporation agreed to swap businesses with the Powells. … It was Kaze’s first visit to the mayor’s office since he stepped down. Nevertheless, he was not there for business. He came to collect his personal items from the office. Kaze even stored the Nether Viper Sword from the Viper Queen. Despite being merely a replica, the sword served as the badge of office for the West State branch leader of the Viper’s Den. Trouble would stir if the sword fell into the wrong hands. “Have you finalized the mayoral candidates?” Kaze asked Caleb and Lou who were moving boxes behind Kaze. Caleb replied, “Due to the city upgrade, the running for the next new mayor has become intense. “We can expect to see many powerhouses. Heck, the deputy mayors from cities in South River State and Butterworth put their names in too.” Due to the military
Caleb said, “Because of the incident with the Glowmoss Powells, Lee Investment pulls out of Lilyrose and wants to take over their businesses. “Samson came to the mayor’s office to ask if the local council wants to take over the few private hospitals. “I think Samson is trying to show you where his loyalty lies.” Kaze paused and smiled amusedly. “Oh, are the Lees scared now?” Since Cosmo lost his manhood, Kaze had no doubt that George, Cosmo’s father, would lose it. Isaac assigned seasoned internal security officers to protect Darcy, Winnie, and the others. Gunter’s death spooked the Lees, banishing their thoughts about revenge. That was not the only thing. Lee Investment immediately pulled out of Lilyrose. Multiple entities had gathered in Lilyrose, hoping to get a share of profits in the Lilyrose New City project. Yet, the Lees chose to do the exact opposite. It appeared the Lees had withdrawn from the competition and given up on securing a share. “Let the intere