Chapter 573: Planning
Brandon and Rheanne sat together on the large bed, wrapped in each other’s arms.
The sheets were tangled around their waists as Rheanne rested her head against his shoulder, one leg draped over his thigh.
Rheanne suddenly let out a soft giggle "...Your daughter is really powerful. I can feel her fighting a Lesser Divinity right now. She’s handling him quite well."
Brandon let out a chuckle and pressed a kiss to the top of her head, "She loves fighting," he said with a fond smile.
"Ever since she was little, she’s been like that."
Rheanne lifted her head slightly to look at him, "You were also fighting all these years against Divinities to protect this world. I guess she is like you in that regard."
Brandon just smiled softly as he looked at the woman in his arms.
He leaned in and pecked her lips.
Rheanne smiled against his mouth, her fingers gently tracing his jaw as they parted.
"Tomorrow, I will help you enter another world. We’ll find a suitable one... not too strong, but large enough. I’ll open the path for you."
"Once you’re there, you can try taking over the world... but since Freya is now like this, how can we spread her influence there?"
Brandon’s hand slowly stroked her bare back, "I have a plan."
Rheanne tilted her head curiously as she waited for him to continue.
He leaned back slightly against the headboard, pulling her closer so her breasts rested comfortably against his chest.
"I’ll act as a dictator. I’ll enter that world and seize control ruthlessly."
"I’ll become a tyrant and crush opposition, enforce harsh laws, execute dissenters publicly, and make the people fear and hate me. I’ll rule for a while... long enough for the hatred to fester deeply."
"Then, at the perfect moment, when the people are desperate and broken, I’ll create a grand illusion in front of everyone. ’Goddess Freya’ will descend from the heavens in all her glory."
"She will strike down the cruel tyrant "me" in a spectacular, heroic display. She’ll save the world from my tyranny and bring justice."
"Through that single event, the people’s fear and hatred toward me will instantly transform into worship and gratitude toward Freya."
"The belief will spread like wildfire. With your help guiding the process from the Divine Realm, she can ascend properly in that world."
Rheanne stared at him for a moment and let out a soft laugh.
She cupped his face with both hands and kissed him "You really are devious."
"Using yourself as the villain so Freya can become the hero. It will be incredibly effective."
Smiling, he replied "It’s the fastest way," he murmured between kisses.
"People need a villain to hate before they can truly worship a savior."
Rheanne moaned softly into his mouth, grinding her hips against him as the kiss deepened once more.
When they parted again, she rested her forehead against his, breathing warmly against his lips.
"I’ll support you fully. Freya will become a true goddess... and we’ll all be together. Forever."
Brandon hugged her tightly, burying his face in her neck as he kissed the soft skin there.
"Thank you, Rheanne."
Rheanne smiled and held him just as tightly, "You never have to thank me for this, Kael. We’re family."
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Next day morning-
The morning sunlight poured gently through the large windows of the living room, filling the space with a warm glow.
Brandon and Rheanne were sitting together on the couch, her head resting lightly against his shoulder as they chatted in soft voices.
Rheanne’s fingers traced lazy circles on the back of his hand while she spoke about some of the smaller worlds she visited during her long journey.
Brandon listened attentively, occasionally brushing his fingers through her long white hair with a content smile on his face.
At that moment, light footsteps came from the staircase.
Selene walked downstairs, still wearing a loose night robe with her blonde hair slightly messy from sleep.
The moment she saw her father and Rheanne on the couch, her eyes lit up and she rushed over without hesitation.
"Papa!"
Brandon turned with a warm smile and opened his arms.
Selene practically dove into his embrace, wrapping her arms tightly around his neck as she hugged him.
Brandon chuckled softly and hugged her back just as firmly, one hand gently patting her back while the other rested on her head.
"Good morning, my strong girl," he murmured affectionately, pressing a kiss to the top of her head.
"I heard about last night. You did excellently, Selene. Taking down a Lesser Divinity so cleanly... I’m really proud of you."
Selene’s cheeks flushed with happiness at the praise.
"It was nothing special. He was all talk. I just ended it quickly so I could come home."
Brandon pulled back slightly to look at her face, "Even so, you protected our home without hesitation. That’s what matters. You’ve become someone truly reliable. Thank you."
Selene smiled brightly, looking more like the little girl she once was.
At that moment, Amelia walked in from the kitchen carrying a tray with freshly brewed tea and some light snacks.
She smiled warmly at the sight of father and daughter hugging.
"Look at you two," Amelia said softly. "Already having a morning cuddle session."
She placed the tray on the low table in front of the couch and sat down beside Brandon, leaning against his other side.
Rheanne smiled gently at Amelia, giving her a small nod of greeting.
Amelia poured tea for everyone, handing a cup first to Selene, then to Rheanne, and finally to Brandon.
"Drink it while it’s hot," she said, before settling comfortably against Brandon’s side, resting her head lightly on his shoulder
"Haa... how long has it been since we had tea together, Sister Rheanne?"
With a giggle, Rheanne took a sip of her tea.
At that moment, soft footsteps came from the staircase.
Camille and Lisette walked downstairs together, still in their light morning robes.
The moment their eyes landed on Rheanne sitting gracefully on the couch beside Brandon, both women froze for a second and looked ather in awe.
They hurried down the remaining steps and approached her.
"Goddess Rheanne..." Camille whispered, bowing her head slightly.
Lisette followed right after, "I’ve heard so much about you from Husband... but this is our first meeting. It’s an honor."
Rheanne smiled at the two women, "It’s nice to meet you."
Brandon gestured with his free hand toward the empty seats on the couch beside Rheanne.
"Come, sit. No need for such formalities here, dears. This is family."
Camille and Lisette exchanged a quick glance before sitting down carefully beside Rheanne, still looking a little starstruck.
Brandon placed his tea down for a moment and gestured between them.
"Rheanne, this is Camille and Lisette, my wives." he introduced with a small, proud smile.
Rheanne looked at both women with genuine interest "Thank you for standing by Kael all this time."
Camille’s cheeks flushed slightly "It was our honor, Goddess."
Lisette nodded beside her with a shy smile on her lips "We only did what we could. Husband has given us so much. Being by his side was never a burden."
Smiling, Brandon asked, "Where is Scylla?"
Amelia let out a soft laugh, "She’s still sleeping. You know how she is. She sleeps like a log. I tried waking her earlier, but she just grumbled and pulled the blanket over her head."
Selene grinned "She said something about wanting to spar with you soon, Papa. She’s been itching for a real fight."
Brandon chuckled, shaking his head.
"That musclehead... I’ll drag her out of bed after breakfast if she doesn’t wake up herself."
"Hahaha..."
The sound of gentle laughter and quiet conversation filled the space as the family enjoyed their morning tea together.
Rheanne occasionally glanced at Brandon with soft affection, while Amelia and Selene teased each other playfully.
Camille and Lisette slowly relaxed, joining the conversation more naturally as they felt more at ease in the Goddess’s presence.
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