As John reached the village with all the freed humans, brands removed, they were welcomed into the village. A problem was consistently occurring where the village couldn't support all the new additions. John had an idea and began discussing with the village. They decided to expand the village by adding more homes and more resource gathering capabilities. After 6 months every new addition had their own home. They started rock quarries and lumber mills. The village was fruitful, John knew it needed better protection. They began carving rocks and started building a wall around their massive village. Those who couldn't master the art of carving were working to stacking the blocks to make the wall. A year has passed and the wall was completed in a whitish ivory colored stones. The gate was a reinforced wooden door with steel hinges and steel bars running along the door.
John also began training anyone who wanted in the art of swordplay. Many people stepped up to learn and began training with other weapons on their own. Wasn't long and the massive village became protected by it's own guards and could support life inside if needed. Spears, swords and shields became stockpiled within the village. They held a meeting with everyone to discuss the future. "We are too big to be called a village anymore." John stated. "Then are we a town?" asked the villagers. "I believe to this scale, we are a city." John replied. "A nameless city, that would lure in a lot of powerful people to capture it." the villages voiced. "Nameless? No we shall be called Bale. The city protected by Gods." John sternly said. "Bale?" the villagers said questionably. "Yes, from this day forward, we are known as Bale. We will welcome travelers and allow anyone to come into this city with open arms. We will fight back armies if we need to, we will decide our own fates." John spoke. "A city needs a king to look out for our best interests." the villages said. "Who does everyone want as their king?" John asked.
"We believe you are fit to be our king John." they all stated. "I cannot be your king for I will be the general to fight for this place. I can however give you my opinion of who would be great for king." John stated. "Who's that?" they all questioned. "I'd like to recommend Henry and Rose Black as your king and queen. We do not have a castle and they brought me to be who I am. I believe they can all guarantee your safety when I'm not here." said John. "We cannot accept that position, John." Henry claimed. "It's a decision by the city's people." John stated. "I've never done anything like that before." Henry responded. "None of us have, father. It'll be up to you to pass your wisdom down to the next king." John explained. "How can I be a king?" Henry questioned. "You're fit to be king as you're wise and look out for our best interests. You won't have a castle but you will have all these people backing your decision." John stated.
"Then we will try it, if we don't keep ourselves to a certain. standard then I'm afraid we will step down." Henry claimed. "Agreed. If there's ever a conflict of war or someone threatens you with one. Consult me." John stated. "Thank you, son." Henry and Rose said to John. The people agreed with John's decision because he hasn't steered them wrong yet.
John knew he couldn't be King of Bale as he was already the shadow King of Neet. Throughout the years of building Bale, John has met with Aluzhar. The news delivered is what John has expected. Tormen was trying to move behind the scenes as Aluzhar had no record of events leading up to the report. "Aluzhar, I need you to return but do so in the shadows. Follow Tormen and don't be seen, only then will you find the secrets." John instructed. "Yes, Master." Aluzhar responded. Neet was able to hold the economy John instructed for use, however they weren't getting much money from the businesses there. Not enough to cover all the costs that was going out. It didn't add up so John knew something was going on in the shadows, that's why Aluzhar had to remain invisible.
John returned to Bale and went to speak with Henry. "I'm afraid I have to travel once again, my king." John stated. "Don't call me your king, I'm your father and I'd like to keep it that way." Henry responded. "Had to try the new title, father." John said jokingly. "I supposed you did. Where are you going this time?" Henry questioned. "To put our city on the map. People need to know that this city is a safe haven and they're welcome." John stated. "What if we're attacked while you're gone?" Henry questioned further. "Jade is a strategist, she can lead the defense. If you need me send a wolf to me. They will find me." John stated. "Very well my son. Bring prosperity to our lands. Travel fast and return with haste." Henry responded. John packed for travel and left heading east to an old friend. As he left, he kept looking back admiring the city he built.