Bronya started grumbling.
She had thought Takumi's costly warp would mean he'd be away longer.
But now?
He was back in what felt like no time.
Such a waste!
"Not really a waste," Takumi rolled his eyes.
"Bringing back a whole world like Fairy Tail is totally worth it."
"Now I can upload all the magic knowledge I got."
"Dragon Slayer magic? Let's upgrade it and make it stronger."
"Also God Slayer magic, Demon Slayer magic, and more."
Takumi chuckled as he spoke.
Anti-dragon magic.
Anti-god magic.
Anti-demon magic.
He could even modify them into species-specific magic types.
Hopefully those beings wouldn't end up crying.
Hearing this, Bronya shook her head but didn't say anything more.
If Takumi wanted to be busy, let him.
She continued sorting her documents.
Her company had already started relocating.
Soon she wouldn't even have time to stay at home.
The CEO Bronya was making a comeback!
Meanwhile, Takumi uploaded all the magic knowledge stored in his mind.
He also started communicating with Prometheus mentally.
"How's the situation in space? Any trouble?"
Takumi asked while uploading data.
He hadn't been paying much attention lately, but his wife was out there.
So he needed to ask.
Plus, he kept sending materials into orbit.
Might as well check in.
"Currently, we've taken over 70% of the galaxy," Prometheus reported.
"At this pace, we'll control the entire universe within half a year."
"Many alien species have already submitted."
"Some resisted but were easily crushed."
Takumi raised an eyebrow.
"That fast? Cosmos is having a blast out there, huh?"
Without noticing, they'd made that much progress?
Impressive.
"We're running three simultaneous campaigns now," Prometheus continued.
"Chito and Cosmos each lead a fleet.
Esdeath is also leading one, wiping out resistance."
"Few races can actually fight back."
"Most civilizations fall in two or three days."
"Once we understand their tech, taking over is simple."
"That's why the expansion is progressing so rapidly."
Prometheus laid out the situation clearly.
With their powerful ships, alien civilizations had no chance.
Universe-wide unification was within reach.
"Let them return for New Year's," Takumi decided.
"Open a spatial gate for them."
"Cosmos has been gone long enough, time to come back."
"Same for Esdeath."
Prometheus immediately complied.
The news was delivered to Cosmos, Esdeath, and the others.
When the space team received it, they were stunned.
Thenjoy.
It was almost New Year's?
And the boss wanted them home?
Fantastic!
Cosmos read the message, thought it over, and agreed.
He hadn't returned in ages.
He'd gotten too carried away playing in space.
He had even forgotten about his companions.
Now he was feeling nostalgic.
Everyone below also got the notice.
Stop operations. Go home for New Year's.
This news thrilled many.
A holiday back home? Wonderful.
As for continuing the conquest?
They weren't worried.
The remaining civilizations were basically sitting ducks.
Even if they were strong, they weren't that strong.
It wouldn't be a problem.
They could finish up after New Year's.
...
Back at home, Takumi finished uploading all his magical data.
He began modifying the magic spells.
As Takumi worked, Kaguya arrived.
With her were Elysia and Eden.
"Little Takumi!"
"We're here to help put up Spring Festival couplets!"
"I knew you all wouldn't do it, so your thoughtful Elysia came to help!"
Even before she walked in, Takumi heard Elysia's cheerful voice.
He turned toward the door, amused, as the three entered.
"Got nothing better to do?"
"Weren't you going to hang out with Mio Akiyama and the others?"
Elysia was supposed to be with them, wasn't she?
Why had she come back?
"I already met those cuties," she said.
"From now on, they'll be Eden's artists."
"Once they graduate, we'll launch their music careers."
Elysia chirped excitedly as she explained their future plans to Takumi.
Eden was determined to build the ultimate entertainment company by recruiting all the best singers.
Chapter 589: Then Remove My Admin Rights!!
After listening to Elysia's explanation, Takumi was genuinely surprised.
"Eden, you really know how to play!"
He looked over at Eden.
Taking singers from other worlds into her own company~? That was impressive.
"Well, it's not like I have anything else to do, right?"
"So I just decided to pick up something I always wanted to do."
Eden was a superstar in her previous life. Now, reborn into a new life, of course she would want to do something she loved.
This was perfect.
Takumi didn't say anything more.
Everyone got busy helping Takumi decorate the house with spring couplets and lanterns. They also cleaned the place.
For the entire day, everyone was preparing for the New Year.
Day by day, the fleets from space started returning.
On the day the fleets landed, Prometheus even live-streamed the whole event.
This announcement was broadcasted to the entire world.
Thankfully, the ships weren't open to the public. Otherwise, countless people would be flocking there.
Kosmo and the others were undoubtedly becoming massive celebrities.
That night, Esdeath returned home.
Having not seen her in so long, Esdeath went completely wild. She didn't even sleep till dawn.
But for someone of her level, sleep didn't matter anymore.
With the fleets back, it was time to celebrate the New Year.
On New Year's Eve, Takumi's world was filled with fireworks.
Some were set off by individuals, others by the mecha species.
The entire world was bustling with excitement.
Countless fireworks lit up the night sky.
At midnight, Takumi checked in on the group chat.
This had always been his tradition.
Not just himeveryone did it.
When the time came, it was time to check in.
After checking in, Takumi sent a 200-point red envelope in the group.
Takumi: [Group Red Envelope] [Happy New Year!]
Once sent, everyone scrambled for it.
But everyone only got single or double-digit points.
Seeing the red envelope, the group was unimpressed.
Bronya: [I thought it'd be a big one!]
Chika Fujiwara: [So stingy, is that all?] [@shiroyasha, Admin, send one too!!]
Sagiri: [Admin should send one too.]
Megumi Kato: [Admin, send one too.]
Yuuki Asuna: [Admin, send one too!]
shiroyasha: [?] [I'm quitting as admin!!] [@takumi, please revoke my admin rights.]
Seriously? Sending red envelopes?
Dream on. Points were insanely valuable.
Sending red envelopes was like cutting off her lifeline.
There was no way she was going to send one. No way.
Seeing this, Takumi smiled slightly.
Then he opened the group chat again.
Takumi: [Switch to the new terminal chat group!] [I'll send a big red envelope!]
After saying that, he brought out his terminal.
Then had Prometheus create a new group and pulled everyone in.
Besides the current group members, Takumi also pulled in characters like Tingyun, Mobius, and Ruan Mei.
Once everyone was in, Takumi immediately sent a massive red envelope.
Takumi: [Group Red Envelope]
Instantly, the group exploded with messages.
[Ningguang grabbed your red envelope.] [Tingyun grabbed your red envelope.] [Tomoyo grabbed your red envelope.] [shiroyasha grabbed your red envelope.] [Kuon Asuka grabbed your red envelope.] [Megumi Kato grabbed your red envelope.] ...
One after another, messages filled the chat.
People who were dragged into the group didn't even have time to process what was happening before they saw the envelope.
Their first instinct was to grab it.
When they saw the amount they received, everyone was dumbfounded.
Takumi had sent a one-hundred-million-point red envelope.
Chika Fujiwara: [Thanks, boss!!]
Megumi Kato: [Thanks, boss!!]
Eriri: [Thanks, boss!!]
Utaha Kasumigaoka: [Thanks, boss!!]
Tomoyo: [Thanks for the red envelope, Takumi.]
Everyone in the group was overwhelmed with gratitude.
Takumi's red envelope was too huge.
It left everyone completely speechless.
He actually sent such a large red envelope?
Was he for real?
Takumi: [Thanks for all your hard work.] [Come over to my place for dinner tomorrow!]
Takumi extended an invitation to everyone.
Since it was the New Year, why not have a big meal together?
Though there were many people, it wasn't a problem.
He'd just go recruit some chefs.
Seeing his message, no one declined.
Everyone agreed.
Takumi decided on a banquet-style meal.
Everyone was invited!
After chatting in the group for a while, Takumi started making arrangements.
"Prometheus, message Alice and the others to come help tomorrow."
"Also the chefs from Totsuki Academy."
"And Mr. Ichiryu's peoplehave them help with the feast too."
Takumi immediately delegated the task.
Prometheus began messaging everyone without delay.
By tomorrow, everything would be in place.
"Arrangements complete."
Seeing that, Takumi nodded in satisfaction.
Then he went to rest with his girls.
Everyone was here today
...
The next morning, Takumi had just woken up when he saw his courtyard packed with people.
When he went downstairs, Alice came over and asked:
"With so many people coming, where are we going to eat?"
Hearing that, Takumi snapped his fingers.
In an instant, the space around them expanded dozens of times.
"This should do it."
"We can fit even more if needed."
"You guys just get the dishes ready. Leave the rest to me."
Seeing the newly enlarged space, Alice nodded.
"Alright!"
"Also set up the kitchen while you're at it."
"The ingredients will be delivered by IGO."
"My chefs are already here."
"As for the menu... just let everyone make their specialty dishes."
"As long as everyone enjoys it, that's what matters."
Alice chattered away to Takumi about all the preparations.
She especially didn't think a formal menu was needed.
There were too many chefs here today.
If each person made just one specialty dish, that'd be more than enough.
No need to overthink it.
"Sounds good. I'm fine with that."
"Let's see what ingredients get delivered."
It really was a solid idea.
With the menu decided, Alice got busy.
As a group member, Takumi entrusted the banquet planning to her.
And she knew just how many people would attend.
Because Takumi invited everyone he knew.
It would undoubtedly be a lively event.
While they were busy, Takumi also started his own preparations.
Chapter 590: I'm Sitting at the Kids' Table
Takumi had a lot to prepare. The food and ingredients were ready, but the alcohol was something he had to handle personally, along with the event venue. Still, these tasks were trivial for him.
As for the fine wine, Takumi had more than enough. He had a vast collection of his own. Even aging it was easyjust accelerate time a bit.
"Damn, I've got a feeling Venti's going to get really drunk tonight."
While preparing the drinks, Takumi suddenly rememberedhe knew a certain alcoholic. That guy was definitely coming.
After all, Takumi had instructed Prometheus to invite everyone he could, including Klee and the other little ones.
And Takumi had already made up his mindhe was going to sit at the kids' table tonight!
He didn't drink anyway, so sitting with the children sounded perfect.
The thought alone made him quite pleased.
Once everything was ready, guests started to arrive. Those who had stayed at Takumi's place overnight also began to wake up.
Kaguya Houraisan yawned as she stepped outside. When she saw the courtyard, she was stunned.
"Wow, he expanded the space this much?"
Takumi had enlarged his courtyard several hundred times. It now resembled a massive stadiumbig enough to host a World Cup.
She also noticed the chef teams already bustling about. The entire setup really gave her the vibe of a grand banquet hosted at home.
Well, it was their home after all.
Takumi's was hers. No doubt about that.
With that thought, as the hostess, Kaguya knew she had to greet the guests.
In a flash, she vanished from sight. The next moment, she reappeared wearing an elegant outfit.
Hostess Kaguya made her grand entrance.
Then she began welcoming the guests.
Not just KaguyaBronya and the others also woke up, noticed the scene, and quickly changed clothes to help greet guests.
It was the New Year, after all. Everyone at Takumi's home had changed into new clothes.
Especially Hu Taoshe brought a whole entourage, including the staff of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor.
Seeing this, Takumi couldn't help but twitch his lips.
"Good grief!!"
"Anyone else would think you're here to host a funeral for me!!"
Not the best thing to say on New Year's, but Takumi really couldn't resist the jab.
Thankfully, they weren't wearing their funeral uniforms. Otherwise, Takumi might've kicked them out.
"Hmph!"
"You rarely host banquets, so of course I had to bring people over to support you."
"Hehe~!"
Hearing this, Takumi rolled his eyes.
"Alright, alright, go find a place to sit."
He glanced at Hu Tao's little squad. Ban was now completely obedienta loyal sidekick to Hu Tao.
No surprise. That was the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, after all.
"I really owe you one for this."
"That kid's been giving me quite the headache."
After Hu Tao and her group went in, Zhongli arrivedalong with Venti and several other gods.
Zhongli was speechless about Hu Tao bringing the whole funeral crew. He had tried to stop her, but it was no use.
So he gave up and showed up later on purpose.
Takumi didn't mind.
"It's fine. Actually, I should've expected this."
"After all, this is Hu Tao we're talking about."
Zhongli chuckled.
Indeed, Hu Tao's personality had always been like that. He, as her elder, had long grown used to it.
Zhongli chatted with Takumi for a while before heading in to find a seat.
Soon after, Ningguang and Tingyun arrived.
"Benefactor~!"
"Happy New Year~!"
"I've come to give you my New Year's greetings~~!"
Alongside Tingyun were Keqing, the Holy Saintess, and otherspeople who helped Takumi manage the world.
