God of Tricksters

"What are you looking at?" Jeff asked, finding Theo staring outside the window. They were already on their way to the airport to meet Rea and returned to the US.

Theo shook his head and retracted his gaze.

They just passed a huge living complex with a huge plaque on its front.

Shibuya.

It was supposed to be a city name, but there was one top family that had such a name.

The name of Shibuya reminded Theo of a guy that had gone to Japan. Yes, he was Laust. Back then, Laust left the country with the invitation of Shibuya Mami, Theo's opponent in the semifinal.

Although there was friction between them, Theo hardly felt anything when he recalled this memory.

'Well, I can't visit this place since it might give away my identity.' Theo smiled underneath his mask before closing his eyes.

Since Theo didn't say anything, Jeff stopped talking about it.

Not long after, they had arrived at the airport. Rea seemed to have been waiting for him along with the Sword Saint and Sojuro.

"Well, it seems that you have been sneaking around to find more knowledge about Technique. I already told you that you could consult that kind of stuff from her." The Sword Saint pointed at Rea, trying to make her look important.

"Whatever." Theo shrugged. It was true that Rea could become his source of knowledge, but he didn't want to deal with the Sword Saint too much. After all, the Sword Saint could easily kill him right now.

Just like he predicted, the Sword Saint added, "In that case, I'd like to ask you to take care of my daughter in your mansion. Your mansion is big, so I don't think there's a problem with her staying there, right? No, no, should I say you should be happy to have my daughter staying with you, right? She is beautiful, can cook, and very gentle."

"There's no need to sell your daughter to me." Theo shook his head. "I know that you're planning to force me this whole time."

"Glad that you're understanding." The Sword Saint smiled.

"But I need to remind you that it's my mansion. She needs to follow the rules like what I've been doing during this visit." Theo stated.

"That is of course." The Sword Saint nodded.

"Fine then. I'll allow her to stay in my mansion." Theo agreed without hesitation. However, the Sword Saint didn't realize that he had fallen into Theo's traps. Those rules were something that Theo could make up anytime.

That was why Theo had some plans when they returned.

"Well, if you don't have anything to say anymore, I'll excuse myself." Theo bid goodbye to the Sword Saint and started walking away.

"Tsk. A clever guy… He's truly a scary man equipped with both Martial Prowess and Brain." The Sword Saint shook his head helplessly. "You're going to have some trouble there."

"Don't worry, Honorable Father. I won't disappoint you." Rea politely bowed to him. "Then… I'll be going."

"Be careful." The Sword Saint nodded and hugged her one last time. Sojuro also did the same.

After that, Rea followed Theo inside while Sojuro said, "Pops. Do you think she can become stronger than me when she comes back?"

"If I'm not wrong about Joker, she might become much stronger than you."

"Can you… teach me? No, I want to study under you completely. I can't afford to lose to my younger sister and that man. That man hasn't even gone all out, so I'm deeply ashamed."

"In that case, do your best to reach Mythical Rank Expert within two years. If you can accomplish that, I'll teach you something that can help you reach the top."

"I'll do my best."

While waiting for the airplane, Theo glared at Rea and said, "This is the last chance for you to turn back. I'm going to say this, but I'm responsible for your life, but if I can't protect you, I don't need to explain anything to the Sword Saint."

Rea shook her head. "Please be assured. I'm completely prepared for what will happen."

"Well, whatever. I know that, unlike the others, you won't be loyal to me. Just make sure that you follow my orders or I can't guarantee your life." Theo added.

"Don't worry… Joker? Should I call you, Mr. Joker or…"

"Just call me Joker. It's just a nickname."

"Then, please call me Rea, Joker. I know that you don't trust me, but I'll still work hard for the group as long as I'm there."

"Whatever. I don't expect much from you." Theo shook his head. "After all, you're boring."

"Boring?" Rea tilted her head in confusion. Although she didn't like his words, she couldn't completely ignore his words since they might contain some hidden meanings.

Theo shrugged and looked away, refusing to answer. She never knew that the 'boring' in his mouth referred to her role. She had nothing to shine in his group other than her identity.

Unfortunately for her, Theo never opened his mouth again even after boarding.

Only after returning to America did Theo open his mouth, surprised to see there were a few calls from Isaac and one incoming call.

"Hmm? It's rare to see him calling me. Did something happen?" Theo furrowed his eyebrows and glanced at Jeff. "Did Felix contact you or anything?"

"Nope. Everything should be fine." Jeff shook his head. "I have nothing to report."

"Don't tell me…" Theo turned to Rea and said, "Your father…"

Rea furiously shook her head. "My father didn't tell me anything. I don't know what's going on! And it might be something else."

Theo suspected that the Sword Saint used the time they took to reach the country to publish something that shook the Skynet. However, it seemed he was wrong when he accepted the call.

"Ah, I can finally reach you."

"Yeah. Is there something wrong?" Theo asked with a confused tone.

"Look at the news right now!"

"The news?" Theo was confused, but Isaac had hung up, so Theo decided to open the Skynet to see the news. It was then he found a surprise that might shake the entire country.

The title of the news had told everything.

'An unknown woman crushed Winston in a one-on-one duel.'