The Last Paragon in the Apocalypse

Chapter 70: Table talks

As soon as Klaus, Nadia, and the group left the meeting room, they decided to grab some lunch. The mood was light, and everyone was in good spirits after the fitting. Just as they sat down at the table, Dede and Hanna announced Klausʼs new deal with Nucci Fashion Trend X.

”Wow, it hasnʼt even been a minute, and the news of your signing with Nucci is already trending,” Lucy said with wide eyes, her phone in hand. She had always been the first to notice things online, and this was no exception. The rest of the group quickly grabbed their phones to check the news themselves.

”No way!” Nadia said with a beaming smile. ”The pre-sales have already frozen the website!”

Klaus chuckled, surprised at how quickly everything was happening. ”Thatʼs crazy.”

”What do you expect?” Lucy said, puffing out her chest with pride. ”Any recommendation I make is always top-notch.”

”Look at you, all happy,” Nadia teased. ”But seriously, thank you for making this happen.”

Lucy grinned and waved off the compliment. ”Well, you can convert that thanks into designing some top-quality armor for all of us.”

The entire table erupted in smiles and chuckles. Anna, Kay, Asha, and the others shot Nadia looks, their gazes silently agreeing with Lucyʼs suggestion. Even Klaus couldnʼt help but join in, giving Nadia a playful smirk.

”Well, if thatʼs what it takes,” Nadia said with a mock sigh, ”I guess Iʼll have to get to work.”

Everyone smiled at Nadiaʼs playful response. Then Klaus, with a serious yet thoughtful look, turned to Nadia and asked, ”Can I commission an exclusive design for someone? Iʼll come up with the design, but Iʼll need your help to bring it to life.”

Nadia raised an eyebrow, intrigued. ”An exclusive design? For who?” she asked, a curious smile creeping onto her face.

Klaus hesitated for a moment before replying, ”Itʼs for my mom. I want something special for her, something thatʼll remind her of everything weʼve overcome. Something she can wear proudly.”

Nadiaʼs smile softened, and she nodded. ”Of course, Klaus. Iʼd be honored to help. Weʼll make it perfect.”

The others at the table exchanged knowing glances, their smiles growing softer as they thought about Klausʼs devotion to his mother. They had all witnessed just how deep that bond ran between them. Klausʼs mother wasnʼt just a parent—she was his source of strength, his foundation, and they all can see that. He cares deeply about her.

Unbeknownst to most, she had sacrificed so much over the years. She had sold almost all of her possessions to make sure Klaus had what he needed. Klaus had watched her eat only a fraction of the meals she prepared, making sure he always had enough, even when times were tough.

Because of this, Klaus had made a solemn promise to himself. When he awakened, his mother would be his top priority. Everything he did from that moment on was for her, even if it meant putting his own life second to hers.

As the room settled into a more relaxed atmosphere, Lucy broke the silence with a grin. ”So, aside from that futuristic leather armor and those high-tech sunglasses you mentioned as part of the first line, what else are we going to be working on? I know you have some crazy ideas in the works. Care to share?”

Nadia laughed, catching the curious looks from everyone at the table.

”Oh, Iʼve got a lot up my sleeve,” she teased. ”Thereʼs going to be some smart wear—clothing that reacts to the bodyʼs needs, adapting to changes in environment and temperature. And then, of course, weʼre dabbling in combat-ready casual wear. Imagine something stylish that can take a hit and still look good.”

The group leaned in closer, their excitement rising. Lucy, unable to contain her curiosity, urged, ”Continue!”

Nadia smirked, clearly enjoying the attention.

”Alright, alright,” she said, leaning back in her chair as she continued.

”So, hereʼs the next big thing: adaptive armor integrated into everyday clothing. Weʼre talking about fabrics that can harden on impact, like when youʼre hit, but stay soft and flexible the rest of the time. Plus, weʼre incorporating elemental resistance tech—imagine jackets that can repel fire, or boots that insulate against frost.”

Everyone at the table exchanged amazed glances.

”Elemental resistance in casual wear?” Kay repeated, wide-eyed. ”Thatʼs genius!”

”It doesnʼt stop there,” Nadia added, her voice filled with excitement. ”Weʼre also creating gear with built-in healing properties, using nanotechnology to promote faster recovery. So if youʼre injured, the clothing will help speed up your healing.”

Klaus raised an eyebrow, impressed. ”This sounds like something out of a dream.”

”Exactly,” Nadia said, beaming. ”Fashion isnʼt just about looking good anymore. Itʼs about merging style with utility—especially in our world. People need clothing that can protect them but still let them live their lives.”

Anna, sitting beside Kay, nodded eagerly. ”I love it! Itʼs practical, but it still lets us be ourselves.”

”Definitely,” Asha chimed in, her eyes glowing with excitement. ”I canʼt wait to see this in action.”

”Count me in too,” Klaus said, smiling. ”This sounds like the kind of gear that could change the game, especially for people like us. I canʼt wait to battle in them”

Everyone weirdly looks at him. He is all about battles even when they are talking fashion.

Nadia grinned, clearly satisfied with the reaction. ”Trust me, it will. And Klaus, your exclusive design for your mom? Weʼll give it every bit of love and attention to make sure itʼs worthy of her.”

Klausʼs heart warmed as he listened to Nadiaʼs words. He couldnʼt help but feel grateful to be surrounded by such supportive people. This new chapter in his life was opening up so many possibilities, and he knew that everything he was working for would soon pay off—not just for him but for the person who mattered most: his mother.

”So Nadia,” Daniel said, leaning forward with a thoughtful expression, ”have you ever considered going into the weapon-making business? Iʼm not talking about building nuclear warheads or anything crazy like that. Iʼm talking about high-tech, practical weapons like bows, axes, spears, and swords. With Klaus joining you now, I bet introducing something like that could sell like crazy.”

Nadiaʼs eyes lit up with interest. ”Weapons, huh? Thatʼs an intriguing idea. Weʼve been focusing on clothing so far, but high-tech weapons could be a great addition.”

Nia who had been sitting quietly nodded in agreement and said. ”Iʼve seen some amazing designs for weapons, but if theyʼre combined with the kind of tech youʼre talking about, they could be game-changers. Imagine a bow with adjustable tension and smart targeting, or a sword with built-in elemental effects.”

She clapped her hands together. ”And donʼt forget about the axe. They could have interchangeable heads and smart balance systems. The possibilities are endless!” She stopped looking at the people in the room look at her with widen eyes.

Clearly, she is an erudite, the kind who loves to explore weapons. Klaus didnʼt peg her to be someone like that, but thinking about it, Ohema who is even more beautiful than Nia was the same. She practically knew everything there was to know.

During his time in the forest, he learned a lot from her. It got to some point, it was Klaus who snapped her out of her monologues. So seeing Nia be on full weapon savvy, he couldnʼt help but picture Ohema in his mind.

Nadiaʼs smile grew wider as she considered the idea. ”You know, thatʼs not a bad thought. We could start with a few prototypes and see how they perform. Thereʼs definitely a market for high-tech weapons, especially if theyʼre designed with the same attention to detail as our clothing.”

Daniel grinned, clearly pleased with the reaction. ”Iʼm telling you, it could be huge. People love cutting-edge tech, and weapons are no exception.”

Anna and the others nodded enthusiastically. ”Count us in for testing and feedback,” Anna said. ”Weʼd love to see what you come up with.”

Nadia looked around at her friends and partners, her mind racing with ideas. ”Alright, itʼs settled then. Weʼll start exploring the world of high-tech weapons. Iʼll need to do some research and get back to you all with the first concepts.”

Klaus felt a surge of excitement at the prospect. ”Although I donʼt like to brag, however when it comes to weapons, Iʼd say Iʼm an expert. So, if youʼre really serious about this new venture, Iʼll make sure to put in my best effort to see it succeed.”

Everyone looked at him with smiles on their faces, sensing his seriousness. They were all eager to see what he could accomplish. Little did they know, Klausʼs unique class made him an Overlord of all weapons. His expertise in wielding any weapon and unlocking its full potential was unparalleled.

As the group continued enjoying their meal and discussing future plans, Nadiaʼs phone suddenly rang. She glanced at the screen and answered quickly, ”Dede, whatʼs up?”

”Boss,” Dedeʼs voice crackled through the phone, ”The presale has sold out in under ten minutes. Vira and the team are asking if they should set up a new round with a 5% discount.”

Nadiaʼs eyes widened in surprise. ”Sold out already? Thatʼs incredible! Yes, definitely set up a new presale with the discount. We need to keep the momentum going.”

Klaus raised an eyebrow, impressed. ”Looks like things are really taking off.”

Nadia nodded, her excitement barely contained. ”Itʼs all thanks to you, Klaus”

”Well, what are friends for” Klaus said making Nadia smile widen. Being friends with a rising star like Klaus sure has its perks.

”We can head to the fitting next, I still have to get your measurements for your new wardrobe change and your clothing for the Felin Youth ball coming next two weeks,” Nadia said leading everyone away.