Vengeance of the Returner

Chapter 123: Apology

Nix's clan members were quite unhappy with Nix's decisions. He was doing things in a random manner without any order. Indeed, that was a flaw from his side but, all the decisions he made were actually mandatory.

Well, Fire moths are not much of a threat but, entering the Forest near the Draconian village would be quite the problem. If the members going were high they could pull it off. They were quite happy as well because he had gained a certain interest from the Outsiders of the city. If he were to take it in a positive way. He'd gain employees. The more employees they gain the more powerful they become.

In anycase, as the man suggested. He is willing to join Nix's group to catch the Moths, a huge commotion surged up.

Though he was happy, it was at that instant did he notice people were staring at him for a reply. Being a center of attention was quite something new to him. He already had quite the tough time maintaining a clan and ordering them around but, If he were, to be honest. He knew that he lacked in many things and was slowly trying his best to overcome his traits.

"Indeed I have a hidden motive behind this."

Nix said firmly and confidently, staring at the crowd.

"Look! Just as I thought!"

"Every Outlaw is the same!"

"This Clan lord goes for shit! ..."

A few of them inside the crowd yelled.

" "

Nix just quietly stared at them for a second. His clan members and everybody went silent for a few seconds.

"I am not forcing anyone to do shit for me! I am willing to help this town to fight back!"

He stopped for a second emitting his immense aura wearing a serious expression. It drew their attention towards him.

"Let me say this again...I have hidden motives! Who wouldn't have a personal reason to do shit? I am doing this as I have a personal reason. I'll be fucking honest. I am going to take over this town but remember I always pay what I owe. I am going to 'hire' everyone that's willing to participate in this... Regardless of your levels."

When he pressed the word to hire the people were dazed. It was a truly surprising term for them. They've been literally begging and searching for a chance to join a Clan or a Company. 

"Why would you hire us? And what would you gain by hiring level ones and twos?"

Someone questioned.

"Why? It's simple... Because I need members! Levels go to shit! I think you are all Talentless shitheads..."

"How dare you mock us!"

A woman yelled and threw a stone towards him. Tarok simply stepped forward and caught it.

Nix just grinned at her and then continued speaking. His clan members were dumbstruck If it were his old self he'd be literally pouncing on her with a sword.

"Firstly fucking listen! It is a basic manner... As I said you are all Fucking Talentless. The same goes for me. But, why do I want to hire you? Because I believe you have the tenacity and willpower those who are gifted lack! You've survived all these days by working as a group. Why not join my group. I mean I am willing to pay you. What more do you need to live? "

Rebecca stared at Nix with a smile as though she was attracted to him by his speech.

"No, Forcing or shit!"

He said in a loud voice and stealthily pulled out a document from his inventory and raised it on the air.

"Those who are willing to join sign up for this Group to collect Fire moths contact my Manager!"

He said and gave the document to Remo.

"This is just about people joining this group. Not about joining my clan. Those who are willing to join my clan do come up to the clan house."

He said nonchalantly and turned towards Cinzia.

"As the commander of the clan give 'em some instructions... Ordering around is not my forte, to be honest."

"Well, I'd say you were doing good just now..."

"I did it on a whim. Anyway, make sure you announce the Alchemists in the town to gather in our Clan house. "

"Why and how?"

"Obviously for creating Neon fire crystals. With Vikil on our side, we can do it."

"Would he support this? I mean why would he try to do your request."

"Well, that's something I'd take care of. Just use the people that join the group to use the same rumor communication method."

After ending the sentence he winked and placed his cigar as usual. 

"Ohh, Using the same communication style which made them gather here huh?"

"Yup, We don't have time left..."

He muttered and drifted his eyes towards Remo who was still collecting names of those who were willing to participate.

Within a few minutes, a total of twenty members signed up. It might be considered as a low number but, that should be overlooked with his clan's strength..." 

Just when he was about to return to his clan house to collect necessary equipment he found three familiar faces that looked at him with their jaws dropped standing opposite his clan house with their members.

"When did you get here?"

Nix asked casually, giving a cold gaze towards Rafila.

"uhh...."

She couldn't get words out of her mouth as she looked at Cinzia and drifted back to Nix with a baffled expression.

"Yo man, You are alive? What the actual....fuck?"

"I don't have time to talk shit. Move out,"

Nix said coldly and pushed Jack out of his way.

"I am glad that you are alive."

Gregory said with a smile.

"Thanks, man,"

"What's so urgent?"

Jack asked, staring at Cinzia.

"We are leaving with fifty-plus members to capture fire moths..."

"For what?"

Gregory asked in a doubtful tone.

"To defend the city from the upcoming monster siege."

"I see...When is it happening?"

"Day after tomorrow."

She said and looked at Rafila who gave her a sad gaze with her hands crossed to her chest feeling hesitant to talk to her.

Within a few seconds, she sighed and walked towards Cinzia and bowed.

"I am terribly sorry for betraying your clan...I was at knifepoint. I couldn't do anything."

Rafila explained as her tear fell to the ground.

" "

"Please forgive me...."

Cinzia couldn't talk. Her mind was terribly messed up when Nix died. It was rather a huge impact on her life after her sibling's and Silver spear members' death.

Slap!

She slapped her and raised her chin and locked eyes. It was at that moment Rafila noticed that she was also crying. They both just hugged each other for a while silently.

Cinzia and Rafila had quite the past and they've gone through a lot together. Their bond was inseparable at one point but, unfortunately, both of their characters and perception took a turn.

"I'll join the group too..."

Rafila said firmly.

Cinzia just nodded and went into her clan house. 

"Welcome commanders!"

Remo said cheerfully standing at the entrance.

"Who the hell is this clown?"

Jack muttered inwardly in an annoyed tone.

"I am the manager of the Transgressors... "

Remo immediately said as though he heard his inner voice.

"With all due respect...My clan Lord wants you to leave the clan house at once."

"Hah, fuck your hospitality!"

Jack sighed and pushed Remo and walked straight towards Nix's office where he was inserting his dagger and potions into his pouches.

"Man, that's it? We are rivals, remember?"

"Man, I am busy right now. So we can't spar now."

Nix didn't pay heed to him and continued his work.

"Lord Nix the group members have arrived."

Camila said walking into his room.

Nix just nodded his head and walked out.

Over fifty members stood outside his clan house clutching their weapons. Jack who saw that was baffled. It was the same for Gregory and Rafila. They gazed at him with envy.

Particularly Jack who felt rivalry towards him felt like he was left-back. His heart was burning with motivation and envy.

"Man, I'll be capturing the Fire moths too!"

Jack declared and left with his clan members.

"Come on dumbass? Haha, Feeling like shit? Just accept it you lose... There is quite the gap between you both now."

Gregory said with a laugh as though he was mocking him.

"Shut the fuck up..."

Jack said gritting his teeth and walked furiously with his members.

"Haha, such a fuckin man child!"

Gregory laughed and looked at Rafila.

"Well, that's his nature."

Rafila uttered and walked towards Nix.

"I heard you declared me as the enemy of your clan. I apologize for what I did from the bottom of my heart..."

"I can take your apology. If I can swallow your clan into mine."

He said and pulled his dagger and placed it on her neck.

"I do want to slit your throat. Respect and trust are hard-earned and you've lost them. If you are earnestly apologizing and can do what it takes to make up for my losses. Just show it with your actions."

He said looking into her eyes and then took his dagger away from her neck.

"I accept, Requiem will be under the Lord of Transgressors from now on."

She said in a loud voice and drifted her eyes towards Cinzia and smiled at her.

Nix just gave a nod with an evil grin and led the group towards the Forest of Uran.