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The Best of Plans Fail in the Worst of Ways

"Yes, my liege," Ito replied.

"And how is your daughter?" I asked him, my eyes still glued to the newspaper.

"Aki is doing well, my liege. She has gotten used to living with one arm."

"That is great to hear." I adjusted the lamp to put more light on the paper.

"My liege, the other four have started their work for the Sea King Tournament at the royal capital. They would be more than prepared in the next five months. This shop is ready for the opening. If things go well, we have already looked into options for expansion."

"You eight have done splendid work. Keep me posted on what goes on with Alex's group." I flipped the page of my newspaper. "Also, did you hear from that guy?"

"He should arrive by the next afternoon. My liege," Ito said, his body raised and his voice excited. "We will guide this lost world towards the light you bestow upon us."

All four of them bowed deeply and Ito continued. "Magic... it will be gone."