Seeing the approaching ray of blue light, Tyler Anas smiled in relief. Sheathing his sword, this family head stood up.
Wearing relaxed expressions, the settlement leaders stood up as well.
"So. Is there a party going on?" That ray of light halted before the floating canoes, revealing Jeff inside.
"Sure. Let's have a party inside." Liam chuckled and shook his head.
With Jeff's return, the atmosphere surrounding the sanctuary lightened up.
In a moment, the group had returned to the conference room on the 4th floor. Except this time, a certain unwelcomed member was missing.
Also, they had to serve themselves for water and coffee now. Most people were still returning here.
"The East Berrystone settlement wishes to join the sanctuary. We wish to become an external branch." Oracle spoke first.
People turned their gazes at the girl. Well... This was unexpected.
--- Blooper 1 ---
Atlas: "It's like you have unlimited growth Jeff. The glass ceiling in between ranks doesn't seem apply to you."
"Well." Jeff sighed. "Since you've noticed already, I may as well tell you my secret of becoming stronger."
Jeff's face turned serious. "100 push ups. 100 squats."
Atlas threw a punch at Jeff. "The bald hero workout? I tried it! It did nothing! NOTHING!!"
--- Blooper 2 ---
Atlas died. He left his ring behind.
Jeff picked up this black ring.
"No Jeff!" Tyler Anas' expression became serious.
Jeff could see a trace of fear on this mid-aged dude's face. 'A ring huh... That reminds me of something...'
"You are better than this. Don't do it Jeff!"
Jeff's gaze uncontrollably turned to the ring.
"Precious..." Jeff's smile widened in awe and happiness. "My precious!"
Holding the ring in one hand, Jeff extended a finger in his other hand.
"NO!" Putting on a determined gaze, Tyler Anas drew out his crimson sword. It's an impossible battle. But this family head won't go down without a fight.
Jeff put on this ring and closed his eyes in happiness.
"NOOOO!!!"
The ring crumbled into dust. Jeff opened his eyes and flicked his brows. "Just kidding."
"YOUUUU Tsssss..." Tyler Anas took in a deep breath. He looked at Jeff as if Jeff was a cheeky brat.