The Mushroom Kingdom Wars

Chapter 49

Bowser stormed through his throne room like a living hurricane, his roars of fury shaking the walls as he smashed furniture and panels in his rampage. Debris flew through the air, narrowly missing his cowering minions. Even Robotnik, usually composed, found himself ducking and dodging, desperately avoiding the wreckage Bowser hurled around the room.

Bowser’s voice rumbled with rage, every word dripping with fury. "How could they defeat us? Ganondorf was supposed to be unstoppable! This... this is an embarrassment!"

His eyes burned with fiery hatred, and he smashed his fist through the arm of his throne, splintering it into pieces. Bowser wasn’t thinking of strategy anymore; all that consumed him was the need for revenge, for destruction. The defeat had pierced his pride like a sword, and now all he wanted was to make them suffer.

Robotnik, finally regaining his composure, straightened up, adjusting his glasses as he tried to calm the situation. "Well, perhaps it was a mistake to rely on him," he said, his voice smooth. "He was weak, and we both know it. But you, Bowser, you are powerful! You can lead us to victory!"

Bowser’s fiery eyes narrowed as he slammed his fist down on a nearby table, splintering it further. "Get Andross on the line! I want an update on his fleet!"

Robotnik, eager to please, quickly pressed a button on the console. The screen flickered to life, revealing Andross’s imposing face, surrounded by swirling galaxies.

Andross, as calm as ever, greeted them with a steely smile. "Bowser, my fleet will arrive in two days," he reported. "We’ll bring the full force of the Space Pirates with us."

Bowser growled, leaning forward, his claws digging into the shattered remains of the table. "Listen closely, Andross. When your fleet gets here, they had better be ready to attack the moment they arrive. I won’t wait. I want them to hit the Mushroom Kingdom hard, and I want them to hit fast. No delays."

Andross’s smile widened slightly, his confidence unmistakable. "You have nothing to worry about. There’s no one left between us and the Mushroom Kingdom. Not even Starfox and Samus can survive the combined might of my fleet. The attack will be swift, and it will be devastating." Andross then focused on Bowser, “But you remember the deal, as soon as this war is over, I take some of the Robot Master back with me to finish taking Corneria for myself”

Bowser’s eyes gleamed with savage satisfaction. "Yes, I remember the deal. Don’t fail me, Andross.” With a spine chilling smile, Bowser continued “I’ll be leading the charge myself. They won’t know what hit them."

Andross gave a slight nod, his voice cool and assured. "I expect nothing less from you."

Bowser slammed a clawed fist into the console, cutting off the transmission. He turned sharply to Robotnik, his voice still seething with impatience. "What about the modifications you promised me? Is my kingdom ready for battle?"

Robotnik, eager to avoid Bowser’s wrath, quickly responded. "The modifications are complete. The fortress is equipped with every defensive measure you requested—shield generators, upgraded artillery, and reinforced walls. Your kingdom is now a flying fortress, ready to launch as soon as you give the word."

Bowser’s expression was one of fierce determination. "We’re not waiting. I want to launch as soon as Andross arrives. No more delays, no more failures. We hit them with everything we have, and we finish this!"

Robotnik nodded vigorously. "Understood, Bowser. I’ll make sure everything is prepared. We’ll be ready to strike the moment Andross’s fleet enters the system."

Bowser shot a glare at Robotnik, his voice a low growl. "You’d better be ready, or I’ll make sure Ganondorf’s failure looks like a victory compared to what I’ll do to you."