“Dad, Mom!” Tasha, who had been waiting in the courtyard for a while, ran over to Billy and Harleen with big steps.
Zeph Knight and Sharon, the couple, followed behind with smiles on their faces.
“Tasha!” Harleen opened her arms and hugged Tasha tightly, tears swirling in her eyes. It had been almost half a year since she last saw her daughter, and naturally, she missed her dearly.
“Mom, you and Dad are finally back. I missed you so much…” Tasha hugged Harleen’s neck and cried.
“Tasha, my dear, don’t cry. We missed you too…” Harleen’s tears started to fall uncontrollably.
“Mom, stop crying. I won’t cry either.” In no time, Tasha wiped away Harleen’s tears like a grown-up.
“Okay, Mom and Tasha will stop crying.” Harleen kissed Tasha’s cheeks.
Shortly after Tasha let go of Harleen and ran into Billy’s arms, she snuggled up to him affectionately.
“Dad, Mom, you’ve worked so hard during this time!” A few minutes later, Billy put down Tasha and turned to Zeph and Sharon.
Tasha then jumped into Felicia’s embrace.
“What hardship? It’s you who have been working hard!” Sharon smiled.
Then, Casey, Ivy, and others greeted Zeph and Sharon one by one.
“Everyone, you must be hungry. I’ve prepared dinner, let’s eat and chat.” Sharon smiled at everyone.
“Thank you, Auntie!” Casey and others replied.
Soon, everyone sat down in the dining hall. After the food was served, they raised their glasses.
“Dad, how has it been in Ozin these past few months? Anything special happened?” Billy raised his wine glass, clinking it with Zeph before asking.
“Nothing much, everything is normal!” Zeph took a sip of wine and responded.
After a slight pause, he continued, “Not just in Ozin, but throughout Glavale, thanks to the joint efforts of the city lord mansions, SHADOW, and the Special Patrol Squadron, it’s a peaceful scene everywhere.”
“Glavale hasn’t enjoyed such peace and prosperity in years!”
Speaking, he looked at Billy with an admiring expression. He knew very well that Billy had played an indispensable role in the current state of Glavale!
Sometimes, he thought back to how he first met Billy and couldn’t help but be impressed.
He never imagined that the person who was once rejected by his entire family would turn out to be such a remarkable and devoted figure for the country!
Everything felt like a dream.
In addition to feeling amazed, he also felt grateful that his daughter had found such a worthy companion!
“Uncle, is it really as good as you said?” Judge smiled.
“Indeed!” Sharon responded.
“The city lord holds a high position in the hearts of the millions of Glavale citizens. The people genuinely admire the city lord’s leadership.”
As she spoke, she glanced at Billy with a complex gaze. She naturally knew that all of this had a great deal to do with him.
Her feelings were even stronger than Zeph’s!
After all, just over a year ago, she strongly opposed her daughter being with Billy!
In this short year, leaving aside Billy himself, even just considering the achievements her daughter had made, she couldn’t help but feel immense satisfaction!
“That’s good. Everyone’s hard work hasn’t been in vain!” Soul Chaser couldn’t help but sigh.
Casey and the others had relieved expressions on their faces as well.
After following Billy for so many years, experiencing numerous life-threatening crises, their goal was to ensure the peace and prosperity of the country!
As long as the nation prospered and the people enjoyed their lives, all their efforts were worthwhile!
“Dad, Granny said you were going to find Grandma this time. Did you find her?” In the midst of everyone’s admiration, Tasha asked in a sweet voice.
“I found her!” Billy smiled and touched Tasha’s head. “Grandma saw your photos and videos and said you are well-behaved and beautiful.”
“Really?” Tasha spoke again. “When can I meet Grandma?”
“The other kids in kindergarten often go out to play with their grandparents, and I haven’t even seen them!”
“Tasha, Grandma really wants to see you. She’s busy right now, but as soon as she has some free time, she’ll come to see you.” Harleen responded.
“Okay, then tell Grandma not to trick me! She must come to see me, and I want her to take me to the park!” Tasha said.
“Grandma won’t trick you. Who knows, she might come to see you soon.” Billy smiled.
“That’s great! I can finally meet Grandma!” Tasha exclaimed with joy. Then, she seemed to remember something and asked again, “Dad, what about Grandpa? When will Grandpa come to see me?”
“Grandpa went to a faraway place, he’ll come to see Tasha in some time.” Billy paused slightly before responding.
“Alright.” Tasha pouted.
At ten o’clock in the evening, after putting Tasha to bed, Billy led everyone to the pavilion to chat.
“Boss, what’s the plan for the next step?” Night Orchid asked Billy.
“For now, there’s nothing special. Starting tomorrow, you can all have a half-month vacation to spend time with your families!” Billy replied.
“Boss, what about the Long family and the Vaughan family?” Frostblade asked.
“Let’s put that aside for now and see how things go at Ether Mountain.” Billy continued.
“For now, don’t think about those things. Just relax and spend time with your families. After we go to the Polar Domain, who knows when we’ll be able to come back. Don’t let your families worry too much.”
“Alright!” Casey and the others nodded at the same time.
“Azure Dragon, remember to bring your significant other home with you. The same goes for Vermilion Bird and other buddies.” Harleen smiled and added.
“Hehe, of course!” Azure Dragon and the others grinned.
Just then, Billy’s phone rang. He picked it up and saw it was a call from Adam Greenleaf.
“Adam!” Billy greeted after answering the call.
“You’re back in the capital, aren’t you, Young Master?” Adam Greenleaf’s voice came through the phone.
“I just arrived this afternoon. Is there something you need?” Billy asked.
“Peak Master wants you to come to Ether Mountain these two days!” Adam Greenleaf continued.
“Peak Master called for me?” Billy was slightly surprised.
The Peak Master Adam Greenleaf referred to was the Peak Master of Floating Cloud Peak in Ether Mountain.
“Yes!” Adam Greenleaf nodded. “She said she has something to discuss with you and has something to give you as well.”
“Alright!” After a moment of thought, Billy responded, “Tell Peak Master that I will go to Ether Mountain in three days!”
He had planned to visit Ether Mountain during this trip back to the country, as he had some questions that perhaps Ether Mountain could answer.