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Chapter 22 - The Day Kaelen Finally Got Some Rest (Almost)

Kaelen had solved the Great Pizza Crisis, negotiated with a coffee golem, and accidentally created a kingdom for chickens.

Now, he just had one last problem to deal with: the Vegetable War.

Step One: Understanding Why Sentient Vegetables Were Fighting

Kaelen, Lyria, Thorne, and their newest "friend" (Umbra, the former Lord Emperor of Shadows, now a gothic gardener) stood on a battlefield covered in sentient potatoes and carrots wielding tiny weapons.

The leader of the Potato Army, a large, grizzled potato wearing a tiny war helmet, stepped forward. "WE DEMAND MORE BUTTER!"

The leader of the Carrot Army, a tall, proud carrot with a royal sash, scoffed. "NEVER! Butter is wasted on potatoes! It should be used for glazing carrots!"

Kaelen sighed deeply. "Why am I even here?"

Lyria grinned. "Because your weird magic keeps making things self-aware."

Umbra smirked. "This is more entertaining than my old villain plans."

Thorne just muttered, "I hate my life."

Step Two: Ending the War with an Overwhelming Display of Power

Kaelen floated into the air, glowing with unlimited divine energy.

"ENOUGH!" his voice boomed across the land. "THIS WAR IS STUPID!"

The vegetables froze, staring up at him.

Kaelen pointed dramatically. "Carrots, you get honey glaze. Potatoes, you get butter. Everyone wins!"

The vegetables looked at each other.

The Potato King coughed. "Wait… you mean we can both get what we want?"

Kaelen nodded. "Yes. It's called a compromise."

The Carrot Queen sighed. "We… we never considered that."

Kaelen snapped his fingers, and suddenly, the battlefield transformed into a massive feast, where carrots were glazed to perfection, and potatoes were buttery and delicious.

Both armies cheered. "LONG LIVE THE GOD-KING!"

Kaelen landed back on the ground, feeling exhausted. "Finally. Peace."

Step Three: A Well-Deserved Celebration

With all major crises solved, Kaelen declared a grand festival in the kingdom.

There were floating lanterns, magical fireworks, unlimited desserts, and—of course—a dancing chicken parade from the new Chicken Kingdom.

Kaelen watched the festivities from his royal balcony, sipping a perfectly balanced coffee (that was NOT sentient this time).

Lyria plopped onto a chair beside him. "I gotta admit. You're insanely powerful, but your biggest strength is just… talking to people."

Thorne smirked. "And somehow turning every disaster into a ridiculous success."

Umbra, who was now wearing an elegant black robe embroidered with vines, nodded. "I've decided to stay and tend to my Midnight Garden. Chaos is fun, but honestly? This is… better."

Kaelen grinned. "Told you kindness was powerful."

Umbra rolled his eyes. "Yes, yes. You win."

Step Four: The Ultimate Ending

As the fireworks lit up the sky, Kaelen leaned back with a deep sigh.

For the first time in forever, everything was peaceful.

No wars.

No magic disasters.

No angry food revolts.

Just laughter, music, and a world at peace.

Kaelen smiled to himself.

Maybe being a ridiculously overpowered God-King wasn't so bad after all.

THE END.