Ch-19 : Surprise gift?

Jack thoroughly recognized the weight behind Megan's words, and expressed his gratitude after a few minutes of silence.

"Thank you, Megan. I really owe you one, and I promise to return the favor after we resolve the current crisis with the Scavengers."

Megan simply smiled as she shook her head, and replied;

"You don't owe me anything, Master. In fact, your return has caused many of our supporters to come out of their folds, and sent a new wave of enthusiasm through our active recruits."

There was a glimmer of excitement in her eyes as she gushed;

"Actually, when you logged in, most of the major organizations withdrew their siege within minutes! According to our reports, numerous operations were called off. And not only this, but some organizations have even sent gifts to the headquarters, to celebrate the return of the Scavengers."

The news provided a momentary relief, even though Jack hadn't expected that even after so many years, he would still have this kind of an influence on t