Call From The Royal Family

Adrian's fingers glided smoothly across the holographic display, his eyes scanning the detailed plans and projections. A faint hint of satisfaction crossed his features as he murmured, "The past me really did have a nice idea."

Indeed, the groundwork for this venture had been laid long before his return.

Shortly before departing the city after the tournament, Adrian had entrusted Gerald with a substantial sum of funds and the initial blueprints, granting him the authority to commence construction and recruitment. It was a testament to the loyalty and competence of his most trusted advisors that they had executed his vision with such precision in his absence.

He had also set that as a money trap - whether Gerald would betray them or not. Well, thankfully he didn't.

But Adrian's involvement went beyond mere financing.