Shin stood from his throne, his voice firm with purpose.
"Heart, tell all key figures to meet me at the meeting hall."
["Yes, big brother. I'm on it!"]
Moments later, a ripple of movement spread throughout the capital. One by one, the kingdom's core leaders arrived—Ka Ryo Ten, Benimaru, Kyou Kai, Leone, Kael'Rath, Lulu, and more, each taking their seat around the grand obsidian table etched with the sigils of their legacies.
The heavy doors of the meeting hall closed behind the last arrival. A tense silence settled before Shin stepped forward, his gaze sweeping across his gathered champions.
"I called you all here because we had a bountiful harvest and need to plan out our next steps."
He turned toward the stunning red-haired smith and locked eyes with her vivid emerald gaze.
"Hephaestus, how are you coming along with the storage rings and the other blueprints?"
"Yes, everything is complete and ready for implementation and sale," Hephaestus replied with a proud nod.
"Good. Make sure all key members get a space ring, and all generals receive a bond weapon. I also have some new blueprints for you—and a gift."
He handed her the Enchanted Smith's Toolkit.
"Yes, Lord Shin. Thank you for this gift. What are these new blueprints? Do you need me to stay or can I go get started?"
"You can go. I'll send you the key points later. Just have the craftsmen begin designing a grand nursery and add a blacksmith shop. I want to make armor and weapons for my children." His voice softened. "And… I want to know—can you teach me? Not as your lord, but as a father wanting the best for his children. Use the Skyforge Workshop blueprint for the forge, please."
Hephaestus blinked, then gave a rare smile.
"I will. Thank you, my lord. I'd be honored. But it's going to be hard. I'll teach you with all my might."
"Thank you for listening to my requests."
"No problem, Lord. They're lucky to have parents that want them. I shall take my leave now."
Hephaestus exited the chamber. Shin turned back to the others.
"Now, I want to thank everyone for last night's victory. But with today's level gains, I want everyone who can ascend to head to the Ascension Tower. I'll also summon more strong allies and invoke another subjection order."
He gestured to the gathered forces.
"These people and groups are to head to the Ascension Tower: Boa, Lulu, the Moonshadow Elves, Kuja Warriors, Nine-Tailed Foxes, and Valkyries."
"Yes, husband. We will come back stronger," Boa vowed with a nod.
"See you after our ascension, husband," Lulu added with a wink.
Elise stepped forward.
"Husband, I have good news. The annual Crownfire Auction will be held in the capital, Eclipsara, in a few days. It's the premier auction established by the second princess."
"Can I have you or Robin go for me? I'll give you a storage ring with funds and a few items to put up for auction."
"It's better if you send Robin—just assign her some guards."
Shin turned toward the elegant merchant.
"Would you mind going for me, my dear Robin?"
"Yes, my dear. I'll go for you," Robin replied with a warm smile.
"Thank you. I'll send some of the Imperial Dracoguards and a general with you for protection. Before you leave, can you also collect the food supply order from Jane? I need three more chimera cubs and two adults. I'll provide gold for everything before you go."
"Yes, dear. I'll make sure to get the three best cubs and two of the best adults for breeding. There's also a divine beast egg being sold at the Crownfire Auction—are you interested?"
"Yes. Try to procure it if possible. But stay safe—as much as you possibly can."
"I will, dear. I'll go get the order from Jane now."
Shin faced the table again.
"Now, let's bring up our last two pieces of business: the territory upgrade and today's training. Lady Leone, will you look after Robin for me? You can take as many of the Imperial Dracoguards as needed."
"I will take on this job," Leone answered calmly.
"Thank you, Lady Leone. Take these two medium EXP cards to reach level 20."
"I will take the cards and head to the Ascension Tower, my lord."
"We need to collect the following materials:"
1,000 Iron Ingots
2,500 Enchanted Wood
2,500 Reinforced Stone
500 Magic Crystals
100 Legendary Essence
100,000 Gold
"I'll take care of the gold and Legendary Essence myself. Everyone else, search for nearby Enchanted Wood, and begin mining for Magic Crystals, Reinforced Stone, and Iron Ore. I'll also use recruitment scrolls to boost our subsidiary territories—I want them to become small to mid-sized cities. We'll establish two more territories soon."
Wendy stepped forward with a scroll in hand.
"Lord, we are ready. My colleagues and I will head out to register all new citizens."
"You and your team are free to leave," Shin said with a nod.
He then looked to those who remained.
"Alright, my wives and generals who are still here—I'll now perform a mass summoning, followed by two subjection orders."
"Yes!!" the hall erupted in unified resolve.
Shin raised his hand with confidence.
"Alright then… that concludes today's meeting."
He began with the first wave of recruitment scrolls, and the kingdom expanded rapidly. Followed by his last designated gacha.
DING!
[Designated Gacha – Legendary Bonds Summon Activated]
Linking fate across kingdoms…
Summon Complete: Ei Sei
• Title: Former King of Qin
• Class: Sovereign of Ambition
• Origin: Warring States of China
Designation:
Closest friend to Ri Shin
Trusts deeply in Ka Ryo Ten
A visionary ruler whose presence inspires unity and purpose
Ri Shin and Ka Ryo Ten ran toward their friend and brother, embracing as they walked off to speak in private.
DING!
[Wife Summoning Gacha – First Ticket Used]
Match Found: Raven – The Empath of Shadows
Bloodline of Primordial Goddess Nyxx
"You called me… I heard it even beyond the void."
["Shin, you literally summoned the avatar of emotional suppression and raw arcane terror as your first wife?!"] Heart shrieked.
Shin grinned.
"I needed someone who'd understand darkness… and help me master it."
Raven approached him, placing a hand over his heart.
"I'm not here for your kingdom. I'm here for you. Don't disappoint me… or I'll seal your soul in a mirror for a decade."
"Why… why can't I hear that demon in my head anymore?"
Shin embraced her.
"He can't reach you here. And if he ever tries… I'll kill him myself."
She wept.
"Thank you… thank you so much, Shin."
"Do you want to meet the rest of your sisters?"
"Yes, I do," she whispered.
(Primordial Goddess wishes to meet you when you reach Level 10.)
DING!
[Wife Summoning Gacha – Ticket #2 Used]
Match Found: Serafall Leviathan – The Magical Girl Maou
The sky cracked with glittering frost.
"Serafall-chan has arrived, nya~!!"
["Warning: Reality distortion detected. Mood levels rising dangerously fast!"] Heart panicked. ["This one's… a handful."]
Serafall hugged Shin tightly.
"You're my husbando now, right~? Let's defeat evil with LOVE and FROSTBEAMS!"
Sona appeared behind her.
"Sister… why are you like this? And you—Shin, was it?—please don't encourage her."
Serafall spun dramatically.
"This is my cute little sister, Sona~! Be nice to her, husband~!"
Shin chuckled.
"Hello, magical girl and adorable little sister-in-law. Sona, if you're willing… would you be my secretary?"
"Only if we play chess once a day."
"That can be arranged, little Sona."
"Husband, I have diplomatic experience—I want to help."
"I'd be honored to receive help from my magical girl."
DING!
[Wife Summoning Gacha – Mythic Tier Activated]
Match Found: Scáthach – Queen of the Land of Shadows
A crimson spear tore through space. Scáthach stepped out, regal and deadly.
"You're strong. I accept you as my one and only husband."
"Nice to meet you too, Scáthach."
"You too, my strong dragon."
Leone stepped forward, trembling. Shin met her gaze.
"You're sure about this?"
"If fate has mercy… that ticket will find her."
DING!
Match Found: Leona – Twin Flame of Leone
Leona emerged from the Moonwell, eyes burning with molten amber.
"So you're the one who pulled me back from the void."
["Hot damn,"] Heart whispered. ["That's Leona alright—Moonlight Spearmaiden. That's a power couple pairing if I've ever seen one."]
Leona stepped closer.
"You bear the scent of blood, sorrow… and hope. I like that."
She turned. "Leone. You found someone worthy."
"Welcome home… sister."
Shin stepped forward.
"Welcome to the Kingdom of Legends, Leona. You're free now—and among family."
"Then I will fight for you. Bleed for you. And maybe… even love you."
["Bond Confirmed! Wife Bond: Leona – Twin Flame Spearmaiden! Skill Unlocked: Lunar Vow! New Unit Bonus: Starlit Hunt!"]
DING!
[Wife Summoning Gacha – God-Tier Chain Reaction Triggered]
Searching for Pantheon-Linked Matches…
Scanning Divine Echoes and Warbound Lineage…
Match Found: Diana – Champion of Themyscira
• Class: Amazon War-Goddess
• Race: Demigod Amazonian
• Bonus Summons Unlocked: Themyscira – Island of the Amazons
• Allied Forces: Amazonian Warriors
The sky above the throne room cracked like thunder splitting marble.
A celestial spear of golden light slammed into the floor, and from within it strode a warrior carved from legend. Gleaming armor adorned her sculpted form, a lasso of truth at her hip, and divine presence rolling off her like a stormfront.
Diana's eyes narrowed with goddess-born authority.
"Who calls upon the strength of Themyscira… and dares bind a daughter of Zeus to their fate?"
["YOU PULLED DIANA?! I—I CAN'T EVEN—THAT'S A LITERAL WAR-GODDESS! She's like… the perfect mix of holy smite and heartbreak!"] Heart squealed.
Shin stepped forward, aura steady, sovereign instinct rising.
"I did. And I don't bind my wives—I earn them."
Diana's lips curved slightly. Not a smirk. A test.
"Then show me you are worthy, Sovereign… or fall beneath my blade."
DING!
[Final Ticket Activated – Ultra Mythic Tier]
Match Found: Natasha Romanoff – Codename: Black Widow
A tear ripped reality open. Natasha emerged—lethal, composed, and silent.
She assessed the room, then looked straight into Shin's eyes.
"Nice place. Strange company."
She glanced around. "You're the one who pulled me across the Veil? You better be worth the chaos you just caused in my world."
Shin smirked.
"I'll make it worth your while. You're not a tool here. You're family."
Natasha raised an eyebrow.
"We'll see. Just don't lie to me, dragon-boy. Trust is currency where I come from."
["Shin, she's hot, deadly, and emotionally wrecked. You sure know how to pick them,"] Heart murmured.
Natasha holstered her weapon.
"If this is my new reality, I want three things: targets, control, and a chance to live for myself—not a mission."
Shin stepped close.
"Done. I'll give you purpose—and peace."
She smirked just slightly.
"Then I'm yours… for now."