Quadruple split.

Chapter 2600 The Trick of Fate

"Your letters of recommendation?"

Richard was stunned for a moment, his expression gradually became complicated, and after a long while he asked suspiciously: "Could it be that you are in my Holy Church Union..."

"I have a few good friends."

Foster poured some hot tea into the empty cup in front of Richard and said calmly, "Although it is far from being able to have an impact on the operation, I can still arrange a young and promising Dawn priest with firm faith to be assigned to the investigation team that is about to go to the chaotic land and has a difficult mission."

Richard narrowed his eyes and was silent for a while before he asked slowly, "What is your purpose?"

"I don't want to let such an outstanding young man be buried, Ryan. Even if I put aside my well-known identity as the captain of the law enforcement team, as the male student union president of the Danu Military Academy, even if I have limited knowledge in tactics and strategy, I can still see your potential in the field of warfare."

Foster smiled and said cheerfully, "That's why when we learned that Dean Razdunk wanted you, Ryan, to study at Danu as an exchange student, both I and Dean Richard were very happy."

Richard, who had just clearly refused to go to [Dannu Military Academy] as an exchange student, took a sip of tea with some embarrassment and said with a wry smile: "I'm sorry, Senior Foster."

"You don't need to apologize, Richard. Everyone has their own choices, and in most cases, I am willing to respect any decision that has a legitimate reason."

Foster smiled and said cheerfully, "In fact, I personally encountered the same problem not long ago, but... because the situation here is a bit special, even though that person's situation is similar to yours, Richard, he still got an internship permit even though he was not in the grade enough."

Richard blinked, looking a little confused: "What?"

"Nothing, just a little incident."

Forgetting the fact that Theresa almost worried Dean Richard and Dean Andre of the Mercury Military Academy to death because of her internship, Foster returned to the topic and said calmly, "In short, if you don't have any definite plans or ideas yet, you might as well consider my suggestion. As your senior, I personally think that going to the north first will help you see a lot of things clearly."

Because his family holds a high status in the Dawn Sect, Richard, who has been treated coldly recently but still knows a lot of inside information, thought carefully for a while before saying seriously, "Can you elaborate on these two suggestions, Senior Foster?"

"of course."

Foster smiled slightly and explained in the most concise language possible: "First of all, my first suggestion is that if you are willing, I can arrange for you to go to Gospel Mountain City later. I have a junior sister who is doing an internship there. Considering that she has just won the recognition of the highest commander of Gospel Mountain City, Knight Gast, with her recommendation, you should be able to smoothly integrate into the garrison system of Gospel Mountain City, and even... be assigned some unimportant work that will not bury you."

Richard thought for a moment and asked tentatively, "So the school girl you are talking about is..."

"Theresa Tarosa, who is called the "Witch" by many military strategy enthusiasts."

Foster did not keep the secret, but said bluntly: "She has won the respect of Gospel Mountain City, and he has seen your game, so he will definitely be willing to recommend you to them. Considering that you are one of the 'insiders' of the Holy Church Union, you may be able to be reused in their strategic system."

"Your Highness [Witch]!?"

As a military enthusiast, especially one who was studying in Academy City, Richard Ryan subconsciously called out the "honorific title" that Theresa herself did not like, at least she did not like it a few months ago.

"Yes."

Foster smiled slightly and nodded, "Although I cannot disclose the details, she is currently serving as a military advisor in Gospel Mountain City in the northern part of the Holy Land. If you are willing to go there, Richard, I believe that with your ability, strength and status, it is entirely possible that you will be entrusted with an important task."

"..."

Richard fell silent. It was obvious that the other party's words had tempted him greatly.

"And~"

Foster casually opened one of the folding fans given to him as a gift by a clown, and fanned himself with the fan with the words "I Eat Lemon" on it, and said with a smile: "Although Theresa has conquered the supreme leader of Gospel Mountain City with her actual performance, she is ultimately just an 'outsider' born and raised in Academy City to the Holy Church Union. And you, Ryan, you are both a student of Academy City and a priest of the Holy Church Union. If everything goes well, you may become a bridge between Theresa and Gospel Mountain City, and then... make great contributions in the subsequent wars."

Richard nodded slightly. He was a very smart man, so he naturally understood the implication of Foster's words. To put it simply, although the "Witch" had an extraordinary level of military strategy, because she was not a member of the Holy Alliance, even if she really achieved some major results, she would not be praised in a big way. But if it was someone like him who had connections with both sides, he would probably be able to get a lot of credit.

After all, Richard had never doubted the strength of Her Highness the Witch, and he knew very well that if chaos really broke out in the north, as long as she could mobilize the troops of Gospel Mountain City, it would be almost inevitable that she would achieve a lot of results!

however--

"What's the price?"

Richard took a deep breath and said to Foster with a serious expression: "There is no free lunch in the world. If I really agree to this proposal, what will I have to pay?"

"Favor."

Foster's answer was brief and to the point.

"Favor?"

Richard frowned and asked in confusion: "What kind of favor? How big of a favor?"

"Literally a favor."

Foster smiled and explained, "As for how big a favor it is, it's up to you to define. When the chaos in the northern part of the Holy Land is over, you can define how much you think you have gained from us. Even if you owe us a favor, the way you repay this favor in the future will definitely not violate your bottom line."

Richard nodded slightly and said softly: "This sounds a bit like the methods of the Wealth Sect."

“Investment is pretty much the same.”

Foster said something noncommittal, and then asked, "So, Ryan, what do you think?"

“Very tempting.”

Richard raised his lips slightly and said sincerely, "It's as tempting as going to the Danu Military Academy as an exchange student."

"But what I heard was not 'moved', but 'ambition'."

Foster raised his glass to Richard and said softly, "It's not the ambition for power, achievement, or strength, but the ambition to prove my own ability."

Richard did not deny what Foster said, but replied with a wry smile: "It's just that I am more aware of Her Highness the Witch's ability and my own weight. To be fair, Senior Foster, do you think that I, Richard Ryan, am any different from any other person who is also from the Holy Church Union and has a student status in Academy City, even if they are both by Her Highness the Witch's side? Do you think I can share the burdens that other people share with Her Highness the Witch?"

"Don't belittle yourself, Ryan. I must tell you that an assistant who can cook is definitely better than an assistant who can't cook, even if they are both helping an excellent chef."

Foster shook his head, and then hurriedly said before Richard could speak: "Of course, I can completely understand what you mean. Just like Spencer, who is also my right-hand man in the [Law Enforcement Team], always feels that it is difficult to realize her self-worth under my command, while Ann, who is at the same level as her and even more capable, is happy to have nothing to do." Although he didn't know the two people Foster was talking about, Richard was obviously relieved: "It's good that I understand, so I..."

"So you might as well listen to my second suggestion."

Foster smiled and said in a brisk tone, "Although we are also heading to Gospel Mountain City, you can choose to join the [Investigation Team] that will arrive there in three days. Although it is difficult to be valued like staying in Gospel Mountain City, the best result is probably just a team leader, or even joining the team as an ordinary clergyman."

Richard narrowed his bright vertical pupils: "Oh?"

"By then, there will be no sky called "Witch" above your head. Although it will be easier for you to "prove" yourself, Ryan, you should also know that in an army that requires everyone to perform their duties and obey orders, it will be very difficult to achieve some impressive results."

Foster pushed up his glasses and said softly, "After all, even if you are better than others, it is difficult for you to stand out from the crowd. You may even be looked down upon by others for your unwarranted transgression."

Richard nodded slightly. He was not a fool, so he would understand this simple truth.

"So considering the actual situation, I am more inclined to let you accept my first suggestion."

Foster leaned back in his chair and said sincerely, "I know your abilities very well, Ryan. I also know that if everything goes according to normal circumstances, your future will be smooth. However, the tricks of fate are also an indispensable part of life. So considering your current situation, I think using some expedient measures will not be a disgrace to your talents."

Richard sighed quietly and said with a wry smile, "Senior Foster, the way you said this sounds like you have also been fooled by fate."

"Oh?"

The dark elf, who was always listening to the whispers in his ear, smiled and said half-jokingly: "Then you can be said to have good taste."

Richard thought that this top student who was destined to be successful was joking with him, and then he continued the previous topic and said seriously: "Comparatively speaking, I am more inclined to join the [Investigation Corps]."

Foster nodded slightly, and after a long silence, he said softly, "Well, considering the position of my contact in the [Investigation Corps], you may need to cooperate with some things beyond the regular orders. Although it may be a burden, it is also an opportunity. Of course, if you are willing, you can waive that favor."

Richard was stunned for a moment and asked, "Cooperate with what?"

"anyway--"

Foster did not directly answer Richard's question, but suddenly asked: "Classmate Ryan, you should know the purpose of the Holy Church's joint investigation team, right?"

Richard knew that with Foster's level and status, there was no need for him to ask him questions. He did not hesitate and answered directly: "Because of the fire that swept through the city of Dunbuya and caused the disappearance of the two saints."

"That's it."

Foster nodded and asked, "Then why do you think the two saints disappeared? Were they killed by the blood barbarians in the Broken Head Cliff, Blood Feather Terrace, Steel Mane Tribe or Pale Plains as many people speculate?"

Richard shrugged his shoulders and said with a relaxed expression: "As a member of the Holy Church Union, I have only one position, that is, this matter must be cleared up, and the two princes must be confirmed to be safe and sound, otherwise it would not be a pity even if those blood barbarians in the north were killed, but..."

Foster raised the corner of his mouth slightly: "But?"

"But from a personal perspective, since the Union sent out an investigation team instead of directly dispatching Legendary warriors like Her Highness Xia Lian to crush the Blood Barbarians, it proves that the two Saint Sons are at least not in danger of their lives."

Richard stroked the teacup in his hand and said carefully, "Adding to what you said just now, I'm afraid this matter has been concluded."

Foster's smile grew. "What did I say?"

"The [Investigation Team] will arrive at Gospel Mountain City within three days. Considering the distance between the City of Light and Gospel Mountain City, the [Investigation Team] may have already set off by now."

Richard drank the tea in one gulp and said seriously, "In other words, I'm afraid we have already contacted the Northern Blood Barbarians and the two Saints who are still missing, and confirmed that the worst situation did not happen."

"Yes, Junior Richard, you said it very well."

Foster closed his fan with a swish, and a gleam of brilliance flashed across his glasses: "But you seem to have missed a crucial point."

“…Is it crucial?”

"It's critical."

"Surely it can't be missed?"

“I personally don’t think so.”

"Well, the Black Brahman priest of our Dawn Sect was the first person to take office as the top official in Dunbuya City after leaving Academy City. He must have played a very crucial role in this."

"Does it bother you much?"

"No, I'm just a little embarrassed."

"I just said that we should get used to facing the tricks of fate."

"Senior, what do you mean..."

"Reverend Black Van needs a friend in the [Investigation Corps], a friend who can at least keep up with him."

"I see."

"Does this hurt your pride, Richard?"

"Of course not, Senior, quite the opposite..."

"On the contrary?"

"I love this naughty fate."

Chapter 2591: The End

(End of this chapter)