The arrival of Metz made Rod'an's last thought, which means that from then on, Starlight can embark on the road of self-sufficiency. Making money is the weakness of every mercenary guild. As long as this weakness can be made up, the next thing is to reduce the failure rate of the mission and the casualties of the mercenaries - these are not very difficult for Rhode. In fact, during his time to the Land of Atonement, Rhode had asked Canary and others to simulate the BOSS in the intermediate or above copies of Parfield in the semi-plane to let the mercenaries practice many times. At least now, these mercenaries have mastered their fighting styles, and what they have to do next is actual combat.

After this, Rhodes also curiously asked Mes what he had been doing for a while. After all, although it was a troublesome to cooperate with Starlight, Mess thought about it for so many days, and it was not an old monk who entered into meditation and understood the Dharma. He could not do nothing.

Metz's answer surprised Rhodes a little. In fact, the fat merchant had already decided, but he was not at all leisure during this period. Although the Silver Slim is a small chamber of commerce, there are several territories in the south. Metz also knew that if he followed Xingguang in the future, these places would definitely not be used anymore, so he simply sold them at a high price. Because most of the land in the southern harbor is worth every inch, and Metz did not leak any news. It just said that because of commercial issues, other merchants did not suspect that there were any conspiracies and tricks. After fighting, Metz made a lot of money. This was also the abacus that Metz had already planned. He knew very well that if he reselled the land after cooperating with Xingguang, everyone knew that if he could resell the land after cooperating with Xingguang, everyone would know that

The Silver Scales are not popular in the south, so they will definitely be deliberately lowering the price. The Silver Scales have been suffering in the south and will definitely withdraw. Even if Mess is unwilling to do so, they will probably be able to sell them out. Now, Mess not only made a lot of money, but also got rid of the burdens in the chamber of commerce. Then he walked up to the Starlight gate with a swagger. Now Mess has also thought about it. Although he has lost the territory of the Southern Harbor, it is still no problem to find a place in the Golden City with his own connections and the current money. If the next transaction is as smooth as Rhodes said, then expanding the business here will be in the near future, and it may be even bigger than the Southern Harbor's business.

I have to say that this fat businessman has a very good plan.

Since the agreement has been made, the next negotiations and cooperation between the two parties will be very fast. Since they are partners, the Silver Sparrow will naturally build a branch in the Atonement Land where Rhodes is. And after discussing with Rhodes, Metz also agreed to send some production professions such as miners and pharmacists to go there. After all, he is very clear about the rumors about the Atonement Land. If Rhodes really eliminates the threat there, then not to mention magic potions. Those rich products alone will make the Silver Sparrows a lot of money.

The negotiations between the two sides were progressing very quickly. After setting their position, Metz was considering how to make the Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber of Commerce win-win. Rhodes was not concerned about small things. His only principle was that the Chamber of Commerce should always stand above the Chamber of Commerce. In addition, he did not mind giving the Chamber of Commerce some small compensation. Since both parties already had a tacit understanding, the subsequent contract was naturally harmonious.

However, before leaving, Metz still gave some reminders to Rhodes.

"When I came here, I saw several guys from the Southern Chamber of Commerce. They were not good birds. Mr. Rod, I would like to remind you that you may be in a little trouble this time... because I saw Luosen's son in it."

I have to say that this news did surprise Rhodes a little, but he didn't put it too much in appreciation. I was dead and my son came to avenge him. This was not new. What's more, there was Canary and Little Bubble Gum here. In addition, his current strength was different from the past, Rhodes didn't think that Old Rosen's son would pose any threat to him.

Therefore, Rhodes did not take Mace's reminder too much.

What made him cheer up and pay attention was another group of people.

Church messenger.

After receiving Rhodes' invitation, the next morning, these church messengers came to Rhodes' stronghold and requested to meet him. It was not until this time that Rhodes first contacted the members of these churches.

Compared with other organizations, the church has always been a place where yin and yang decline, and the ratio of women to men is about 5 to 1. Of course, this is not only because the twin dragons who judge and ruling are women themselves, but also because of the characteristics of the church. In the church, the most are spiritualists, pharmacists, and then some members in charge of financial business. Because most of these responsibilities require careful thought, most of them are women. Most of the men in the church are sacred knights and guardian knights. The group of people are no exception. Among the five people who came to the group, three are young women, and the remaining two are sacred knights wearing silver armor. Most of them are middle-aged. Judging from their dark faces and firm eyes, these two sacred knights are also experienced in battle.

The other three women were all wearing white spiritual robes, which also represented their identities. Judging from the positions of these people, the woman standing among them obviously had the highest status. She looked about twenty-four or twenty-five years old, but she was not as beautiful as she was even a little ordinary. However, perhaps because of the unique temperament of the priests, she just stood there and gave people a feeling of purity.

Seeing Rhode come out to greet him in person, the woman in charge smiled and then saluted Rhode solemnly.

"Hello, dear Mr. Rod, I am the resident messenger of the church, Lilia Daniel Cranferdo. It is a great honor to be able to receive your invitation."

"I should thank you, dear Miss Messenger."

Faced with Lilia's salute, Rhode nodded slightly, then he stretched out three fingers of his right hand, pressed them together on his left shoulder, and bent down slightly.

"We are reluctant to get the assistance of the guardians of order."

Seeing Rhode's action, the eyes of several church messengers standing behind Lilia lit up. Then, their eyes at Rhode became much more intimate.

"Huhhhhh, there is no need for Mr. Rhode to be so polite to us."

After giving the salute, Lilia immediately stood up, then covered her mouth lightly and laughed in a low voice.

"And... we have met before, have you forgotten?"

"oh?"

Hearing Lilia's words, Rhode was stunned for a moment, then he looked at the woman in front of him carefully, then frowned.

"this……………"

"It seems you really forgot."

Seeing Rhode's expression, Lilia showed a helpless and bitter smile.

"Do you remember that after you wiped out the demons in the Black Stone Abyss, you reported to us?"

"Ah... it turned out to be you."

Hearing this, Rhode finally remembered that when he killed the demon in the Black Stone Abyss and returned to the Mercenary Association to report, there were indeed members of the church present. However, at that time, he was thinking about whether there would be any relationship between the Helen family and the Kingdom of Light, so he didn't pay much attention. Now after this mention, Rhode remembered that he had indeed spoken to Lilia at that time, and the two sides had some communication. However, Rhode had not planned to get too close to the church at that time, but just wanted to invest first - he didn't expect the return to come so quickly.

At the invitation of Rhodes, the church and his group walked into the stronghold and then came to the living room. After both sides sat down, Lilia spoke again.

"Mr. Rod, I think you have heard Miss Shana say about our purpose."

"Yes, Miss Lilia."

Rhode picked up the teacup in his hand and nodded slightly to Lilia.

"Our guild certainly welcomes the church to the Land of Atonement. I can assure you this, and if you need it, I can also leave a region for you in the fortress and give it to the church for use. Of course, I think you should be very clear. As the administrators of the Land of Atonement, we need to carry out a certain degree of management and restraint."

"This is of course Mr. Rod. We assure you that the church will never cause you any trouble, and that, in order to show sincerity, we are willing to pay a certain amount of administrative expenses, and we will take the initiative to report to your guild before we take any action to avoid conflicts and disputes."

"This is the best."

Rhode couldn't help but feel relieved when he heard Lilia's words. It seemed that the church was as easy to talk to as in the game. The believers and people of these twin dragons were very low-key in most places, and it was precisely because of their very cooperative attitude that most areas were willing to accept the existence of the church. Otherwise, a domineering and self-righteous church would not be welcomed by anyone.

"I can also assure you, Miss Lilia, that our guild will not hinder the behavior of your church. If you have any help, you can also seek our help. We have no choice but to define it - we are all people of order, and in order to resist chaos, I think our goals are consistent."

Hearing this, Lilia finally couldn't help looking at Rhode with some curiosity, and then asked.

"Please forgive me for being rude, Mr. Rhodes... Are you a believer in the church?"

No wonder Lilia had such doubts. After all, when she met Rhodes twice, the young man was very experienced in his performance. He not only showed a certain degree of respect for the church, but also knew very well the expression of some gestures within the church, and knew when to make what actions. This is rare among believers, because in the church, the gestures are not very different, but the meaning is completely different. However, Rhodes knew very well when to make what gestures, and his view on order......... Even many believers who have believed in them for many years were just like this.

"this……………"

Hearing Lilia's question, Rhode thought for a moment. Although in terms of identity, he once made the reputation of the church to worship, he was considered a believer of the church. However, if you want to consider it in reality, although he has no malice towards the church and has some good feelings, he does not intend to follow the steps of the church.

"I'm sorry, I'm not a believer in the church, but I can say... the church is my important friend."

“A very interesting analogy.”

Rhodes' answer made Lilia's eyes lit up. She did not get angry because Rhodes did not admit that she was a believer in the church. On the contrary, the woman nodded, as if she understood something.

"It is also an honor for our church to have friends like you... Mr. Rod, I think you know that we are not here just for the land of atonement."

"I have heard of this, too."

Hearing this, Rhode nodded, and at this moment, Lilia finally sat upright, and her face that had been smiling became solemn.

"To be honest, Mr. Rhodes, the fighting style of the spirit masters under your command is almost unprecedented for the church. It can even be said that if we had not seen it with our own eyes, we would not even believe that the spirit masters would have such fighting skills."

Speaking of this, Lilia paused for a moment before continuing.

"Not only that, we have also asked several spiritual masters stationed in the association. I know you have taken them to take risks and fight together. What surprised us was that you actually chose to let spiritual masters face those evil undead creatures—even had a very significant effect. I have to say. This is a very big discovery for our church." Lilia said here, her expression on her face was already very serious. In fact, she did not fully tell Rhodes that what he did actually caused a stir inside the church. The reason is also very simple. Since the church was established for so many years, it has always been a holy knight.

The work of scholars and archbishops. Spiritual masters generally do not go to the battlefield. First, their spiritual skills are difficult to achieve effect in fierce battles. Second, although some people have thought of using spiritual skills to attack, they are not able to get the key points. So in the end, for the sake of safety, the church is divided into classes of both sides. Spiritual masters are specifically responsible for the support and assistance of the rear, while fighting against the enemy is the responsibility of the Holy Knights and archbishops. This is not because of ignorance, but because of this, this kind of fighting method is the most beneficial and safe for the church. So, since that is the case, they do not need to risk the threat of sacrifice and send spiritual masters who are not strong in combat ability to come forward to take risks.

After the battle in the Silent Highlands, there was an immediate debate on the role of spiritual masters within the church. Although in the adventure in the Silent Highlands, spiritual masters are still responsible for assisting rather than attacking head-only, they are not responsible for rear assistance, but helping others weaken the enemy's combat power in battle. This is a new perspective for the church. It is precisely because of this that some people have proposed to reform it. After all, there are still many spiritual masters in the church. In contrast, the bishop and the Holy Knight are a little nervous. Although spiritual masters cannot fight head-on, if they can really weaken the enemy's power in battle, then they can invisibly reduce the pressure of other warriors, which is naturally a good thing.

However, some people in the church do not agree with this opinion, and their views are also very reasonable, because no matter what, the spirit master itself does not have much protection ability, and once it encounters danger, it can only be protected by others. This will hinder the progress of the battle. Therefore, they still believe that according to traditional and insurance methods, it is the safest choice to keep the spirit master behind rather than go to the front line.

Originally, these two forces were stalemate in the church, but at the Midsummer Festival, Lijie blocked Luosen's turnaround attacks with one person, and the power of the suggestion of reform vaguely gained the upper hand. After all, everyone knows that Luosen is a top swordsman, while Lijie's strength is not even an elite, and she can even resist the opponent's attacks face to face, not to mention that Lijie's "Pig Teammate" tactics showed in the battle have opened the eyes of many important figures in the church. According to their ideas, if the spirit master can really show such an attack and defense, then there will naturally be no problem going to the battlefield.

Although the church has tried similar ideas and tactics after the Midsummer Festival, the fighting style of the spirit master and the tactics of the pig teammates are all things that have been tested by thousands of players in the game. Even if the church wants to understand, it will not be able to master them in a short while.

It is precisely because of this that the church finally decided to send people to Starlight to try to learn this technique from them. After all, from the moment, the young man from the Starlight Guild knew the most clearly whether it was the tactics of the spirit master or the role of combat.

"That is why the church sent me here, hoping to learn from you about this knowledge and tactics... If the church can have such power, I think it would be a good thing for all of us."

Rhode was silent for a moment when he heard Lilia's words.

He was not disgusted with this. On the contrary, the church came to him, which was really a big aspiration for Rhodes. After all, in the near future, the Dark Dragon will invade. If he could have a group of well-trained spiritual masters under his command, then the group of undead creatures that looked 20,000 to 50,000 would be as sad as a dog. Rhodes' own strength alone would naturally not be able to gather so many spiritual masters, but the church is different... After all, spiritual masters on the whole continent all came from the church.

"Of course, we understand that this is very difficult for you."

Lilia stood up, reached out and pressed her hand against her chest, and said with a serious expression.

"So before the arrival, the church has made a decision, and if you are willing to teach us that tactics and techniques, then no matter what your requirements and conditions are, as long as it is not too much, our church will agree to your conditions."

"oh?"

Hearing this, Rhode raised his eyebrows. This transaction was done. It seems that the church is indeed on the road... This benefit that is free to be given to the door is really in vain.

"So…………………"

Thinking of this, Rhode reached out and knocked on the table. Just as he was trying to say something, a dull roar came from outside, interrupting Rhode's speech.

What happened?

Hearing this voice, Rhode couldn't help frowning, but after a moment, a mercenary ran in panting.

"Big, sir, it's bad, someone comes to the door to smash the situation!" {Piaotian Wenxue Thanks to all book friends for their support, your support is our greatest motivation}
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