On the television, a tall military man was speaking on the podium. He was answering every question that the media was throwing at him.
-- General Bronal we didn't see you for three months.
-- I was given a task, it's confidential.
General Bronal was looking alright. It seemed that he didn't suffer in the prison, perhaps Esmeralda used her authority.
"I guess they are starting."
Calix packed his belongings, he didn't have much to pack since he has a spatial ring.
-- I promise that I will retrieve the Fragment. Right now, we already have an idea of where to find it.
"Of course, Esmeralda has it. I gave it to her."
Calix answered.
The reporters threw question after question to Bronal and he replied very well.
'I think Esmeralda already has a plan, I didn't ask her since I'm not that deep in the politics. Besides, joining the dirty politics is detrimental to me.'
He finished his packing and put the suitcase in the spatial ring. The objects inside the suitcase were the toys that Calix used to tame Esmeralda.
One week passed and Esmeralda kept her promise. The fact that Calix was watching Bronal answering the reporters was enough.
"Looks like Scarlett was there too."
He caught a glimpse of Scarlett, poised like a noble. There were two Elders behind her acting like bodyguards.
"Strange, I can't see Athena, she is usually next to her. I wonder if she already said the truth to Scarlett."
It was something that Calix did not have control over. The relationship between them was complicated and Calix didn't want to cause a problem.
"But based on what I can see, I already have an idea of what happened."
He sighed. It seemed that he had to say goodbye to those milky breasts, he was going to miss them.
Just like Lou Viola, Athena Hercul went to another country.
"... Let's hope that she's not mad."
Calix was talking about Scarlett. The woman was probably waiting for him to contact her and explain. However, Calix was too busy and his phone was confiscated for a week.
Calix opened the door and was greeted by someone.
"Looks like you slept well."
Calix smiled at her.
Esmeralda was wearing an office uniform, the usual black skirt, and white long-sleeve polo. She stopped wearing heels so she settled with flat sandals.
"Good morning, Calix."
Esmeralda nodded as if nothing happened.
She walked first, leading him to the exit.
Calix chuckled and followed. He wanted to slap her ass but he could see that there were maids cleaning around.
"Did you like my gift?"
"Calix Romoel, I don't know what you're talking about."
He followed her to the door.
"Don't forget your promise."
Esmeralda muttered under her breath. She crossed her arms, waiting for him to leave.
They were inside the private room where Patricia was resting.
Early this day, Laura visited them just to ask for more money. Even Nikki was amazed to learn that the money she gave to her disappeared in an instant. Of course it would be frustrating.
"Mom, what did you do?"
"Nikki, I'm just asking for half a million. I'm sure you have that much right? After all, I never have a stupid daughter, right?"
"Mom..."
"Okay fine, I lost half of them in the casino. You know, that place is fun."
She laughed, recalling that moment.
A sigh came out of Nikki's mouth.
"... Then what happened to the other half?"
"Oh that, I spent it buying things. And I brought my friends to a nice hotel and we had a party all night."
Laura probably had sex with a bunch of guys this week.
"..."
Nikki felt weak and sat in the chair.
"So? You're going to give me money right?"
"I..."
Calix frowned when he heard their conversation. He could not accept that Nikki was getting used like this.
Based on this conversation alone, it was evident that Nikki's mother is an asshole. A piece of shit.
He knocked on the door.
The two women looked at the door and Nikki opened it.
"C- Calix..."
She was surprised to see Calix.
"Did you hear what we were talking about?"
"Hm? No, I just got here."
He smiled and gave her a hug and kiss. Although he had to raise his toe just to reach her face.
"Nikki... Who is this man?"
Laura was astonished when she saw Calix acting intimate with Nikki. Furthermore, Nikki was showing that it was natural to be hugged by Calix. She seemed happy.
Laura's brows furrowed. She checked him up and down... And she realized that Calix was actually a fine man. Tall, looks strong, and handsome.
She immediately stretched her hand for a handshake.
She gave her most beautiful smile.
"Hi, I'm Laura, Nikki's mother."
"Hello Mrs. Stringendo, I can see where Nikki inherited her beauty."
Calix took her hand and answered naturally.
"H- huh? Y- yeah, that's right."
She felt awkward hearing that praise. Laura never saw her daughter as someone beautiful. For Laura, Nikki is an ugly giant.
[This novel has 71 chapters, 2 PDFS, and 10 character gifs on Pat reon.]