Extraordinary Pedigree.

Chapter 790 [Abnormal Capital V]

Xia Xiu quietly stared at Alex Reiss, the representative of the [Valraven] company in front of him. His golden pupils flickered slightly under the lights of the conference room, looking both cold and sharp.

He gently held the silver cane in his hand, without showing too much emotion on his face. His tone was calm, but with a hint of doubt that could not be ignored, he said:
"It is hard for me to imagine that the top leaders of your Supreme Round Table Board of Directors would want to cooperate with the Kingdom of Heaven."

Alex's expression didn't waver at all.

She straightened her back, her eyes were firm, and her tone was professional and calm as she answered the questions of the fourth sword bearer of the Kingdom of Heaven.

"Sir," she began, her voice steady and powerful, "We both know our own positions. Valravin specializes in anomalous counterinsurgency and is mainly active in politically unstable areas, such as the border between Daeva and Olitin."

"You also know that our friction with the Knights of Heaven on the border is just a business operation, and has no other meaning."

She paused for a moment, her eyes met Xia Xiu's scrutiny, and her tone was slightly sharp:

“Now, the board of directors, especially the current CEO, Mr. Christian Wahl, has re-evaluated the company’s business direction.

Oletin and Daeva are now swept up in extreme militarism. In the past, they would spend a lot of money to hire mercenary companies like us to do dirty work for their governments or secret organizations. "

Alex took a deep breath and his tone slowed down slightly, but the power of his voice did not diminish:

“But now, they have changed.

They no longer need us, and they no longer want to be limited to regional conflicting interests.

They are now pursuing global hegemony, which puts our survival approach in fundamental conflict with their position.”

There was a hint of cold self-mockery in her tone, as if hinting at Valraven's current situation.

Then, she looked directly at Xia Xiu, her tone carrying a deeper meaning of inquiry:

“As the fourth sword bearer of the Kingdom of Heaven, Your Excellency should admit that the situation of the Veil has become extremely fragile since the 72-hour crisis.

Once the people discover something unusual, they will not hesitate to use it in the struggle against oppression.

In this context, Walraven actually plays the role of global imperialism's counterattack against abnormal resistance. "

There was an insight in her voice that could not be ignored, as if she was intentionally pointing out some forgotten facts:

“This situation necessitates that the Celestial Kingdom tolerate Valraven as part of the Veil ecosystem.

Because if we are not in this system, the gap will be filled by more chaotic and dangerous forces.”

Xia Xiu still showed no obvious change in emotion, but his slightly narrowed eyes showed that these words had caused him to think.

"So, you're trying to tell me that Valraven isn't just part of the problem, but also part of the solution?"

Alex did not respond directly to this sentence, but raised his chin slightly and looked at Xia Xiu calmly:

"Your Excellency knows the rules of this world better than I do. And we are just a tool in the rules."

Faced with the answer from the company representative Alex, Xia Xiu had to admit that the other party had indeed hit the core point.

[Walraven] was tolerated by Heaven for two key reasons.

First, although Heaven has the ability to eventually defeat [Valravin], such a war would be too costly for Heaven. Given Heaven's current global strategy, it would be unwise to focus resources on such a target while ignoring other strategic locations.

Secondly, [Valraven] can indeed effectively deal with many abnormal groups in certain countries and regions where the Kingdom of Heaven has difficulty operating smoothly.

Without the presence of [Valraven], the threat posed by these groups would have to be addressed by Heaven itself, possibly causing further tears in the veil.

In reality, [Valravin’s] role in the global ecosystem is not simple.

They are indeed the force of global imperialism's counterattack against abnormality, a fact that Alex makes no secret of.

This positioning also makes their behavior patterns more cruel.

Corporate leaders tend to target the physically or mentally vulnerable, as well as individuals in financial distress, to ensure they maintain absolute control over their employees.

Their recruitment tactics were precise and ruthless: combat veterans, especially those who had lost limbs or suffered psychological trauma from war, were often the Valraven's preferred targets.

For these people, the company provides not only a job opportunity, but also a "salvation" to redefine their own value.

If the demand expands further, their recruitment pool will even extend to civilians.

Although [Valravin] rarely directly forces others to join, their methods are often irresistible.

Of course, there are always some people who join the company out of genuine willingness.

These war profiteers often seek not only survival but also pleasure. Their desire for violence and power makes [Valravin] their ideal paradise.

Bloodthirsty and cruel individuals who desire to control anomalous weapons will gladly accept the company's "gifts" and seek their own position in the anomalous military industry.

If [MC&D]'s profits come from trading and selling anomalies, then [Valraven] regards the anomalies themselves as weapons.

Their profits come from converting these anomalous weapons and technologies into services, selling them as anomalous mercenaries to the highest bidder.

It can be said that [Valraven] and [MC&D] share the same global elite customer base, but the two provide completely different services.

One commoditizes the anomaly, the other weaponizes it as a tool of ruthless warfare.

Xia Xiu knew in his heart that the existence of [Valraven] was an issue that could not be simply judged.

Their cruelty, exploitation and bloodthirstiness are despicable, but they did serve as a stabilizing force in some ways, preventing greater chaos.

However, he also knew that this "tolerance" was not unlimited.

Should [Valraven]'s actions threaten Heaven's core interests or further erode the balance of the Veil, they will face not just an end to tolerance, but a devastating blow from Heaven.

The people in the company also understand this, so they intend to carry out "industry transfer"

——It is not just the two abnormal countries that crave war. The "openness" of the new Fourth Sword Bearer of Heaven, who is different from the previous angels, has attracted the attention of these ravens.

This undoubtedly aroused the great interest of these ravens.

Xia Xiu held the silver cane in his left hand and gently stroked his chin with his right hand, his brows slightly furrowed, as if he was deep in thought about something profound.

Alex seized the moment of silence and spoke up:
“Anomaly is an endless abyss of unimaginable possibilities.

In this world, order and civilization are but a fragile illusion above the abyss.

Any slight disturbance is enough to shatter this illusion.

Your Excellency, in this endless abyss, those who are excluded and forgotten by the social order will always seek their answers - whether it is hope, justice, or revenge. "

Alex's eyes flickered slightly, and his tone became even deeper, as if describing some kind of destined fate:
“Once these marginalized people have mastered the power of ancient magic and occult science, they are no longer powerless individuals.

They will be given a fighting chance to claim the ‘normalcy’ that has always denied them.”

She paused for a moment, as if to give her words more power:
“So we have anomalous guerrillas, volatile thaumaturgical states, and cult-like drug syndicates…are they freedom fighters, or are they criminals?
To those in power, this distinction means nothing.

In the eyes of those who rule, they are all challenges to the delicate balance of the existing order.”

Alex's voice slowly rose:
“The rulers are afraid, but unwilling to compromise.

They fear that the fire they have started will one day be impossible to quell.

And just as they fear the perfect storm, there are always others who see it — an opportunity.”

Her tone suddenly became sharp and precise:

“How can political power be maintained in a reality where there is anomalies?
How is it possible to keep millions of people simultaneously abjectly poor and yet safe when the supernatural can grant almost unlimited resources?

How can we impose a stable hierarchical order in the face of individuals who are able to subvert even the laws of nature?

How to control those people who have learned to control the fire with their minds, or the soldiers who can transform into orcs, or even the existence that can distort reality with their will? " Her voice paused for a moment, and then her eyes were fixed firmly on the golden eyes of the fourth sword bearer of the Kingdom of Heaven, her tone was low but firm:
"Sir, these problems will eventually need you to face and solve them.

We, Valraven, will provide you with the answers."

She leaned forward slightly, her tone revealing a cold confidence, and finally added:
“Fight fire with fire—that’s the answer.

Valraven—that was the answer.

Mr. Abraham...

——Heaven is to intimidate the world with absolute violence, so if you climb to the top of heaven, look down at the world, and intend to sort out everything, we will be the answer in your hand. "

These words were like a huge rock thrown down, shattering the apparent calm in the meeting room.

Everyone present changed color. Even Hanks, who was acting as a matchmaker, couldn't help but take out his handkerchief and pretended to wipe the non-existent sweat to hide his inner shock.

The representative of the [Valraven] company had the audacity to speak so bluntly in front of the Heavenly Sword Bearer, almost challenging the boundaries of taboo.

As for the Kingdom of Heaven, which is regarded by the world as a symbol of an iron fist, few people dare to discuss its internal politics directly in front of the angels, let alone touch on topics that are "not conducive to the unity of the Kingdom of Heaven."

Even for the angels in heaven, this topic is taboo.

However, Alex seemed to have no scruples at all and threw out these bold words, as if he was jumping repeatedly on a dangerous red line.

——She was not dancing on the edge of the flames, but spinning in the flames.

Although everyone knew that Hugh Abraham was regarded as an "ambitious man" within Heaven, mentioning this to his face was like peeling off a thin layer of illusion and hitting the core.

This kind of blatant provocation seemed extremely dangerous even in the eyes of the representatives of abnormal capital present.

However, surprisingly, the blond young man did not show any anger or anxiety.

His face remained calm, and the light in his golden eyes was cold and deep, as if he was not touched by the profound meaning of Alex's last words.

However, the next words of the fourth sword-bearer in the Kingdom of Heaven expressed his meaning.

"Tell me," Xia Xiu's voice was low and calm, "What does Valraven want from Heaven, and what do they want from me."

There are two subjects here, one is heaven, and the other is the fourth sword-bearer in heaven himself.

Alex gave a faint smile, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised.

She knew that the board's judgment was correct and that they had bet on the ambition and insight of the Fourth Sword Bearer of Heaven.

So she answered without hesitation, with a confidence in her tone that was hard to ignore:
"We hope that the Kingdom will allow us to conduct business legally behind the Veil, provided that we respect the Veil and only deploy our anomalous assets against anomalous targets."

Alex's eyes lightly swept across Xia Xiu's face, and her tone paused slightly, as if she was deliberately leaving a brief suspense.

Then, her voice became low but powerful, and she stated the last condition bluntly:
"As for you, we want you to... sell war."

The silence in the air was like an invisible rope, wrapped around everyone's throat. All eyes were focused on Xia Xiu, waiting for the response of the fourth sword-wielder of the Kingdom of Heaven.

Xia Xiu was not in a hurry to speak.

His golden eyes narrowed slightly, and a deep light flashed in his eyes.

Soon, he smiled, and the corners of his lips slowly curled up, revealing a meaningful smile. That smile seemed both sarcastic and like some kind of deep thought.

After a moment, he finally spoke, his voice steady, his tone carrying the calmness and insight of an angel:

“Well, ma’am, you said it well.

But I want you to pay attention to your grooming, ma'am.

I—and Heaven—never sell war."

There was no emotion in this sentence, it was as calm as cold steel, but as sharp as a blade, cutting through the carefully laid network of Alex's language.

He raised his head slightly, moving his eyes away from Alex and slightly toward the center of the conference table, as if making a statement to everyone present.

"Just like your company—" Xia Xiu continued, with a hint of unquestionable coldness in his tone.

“War does not occur because of weapons, but because of the conditions that lead to war.

Even without stones, people would punch with both hands.

War has nothing to do with weapons.

Weapons simply change the form of warfare.”

He paused for a moment, his eyes returned to Alex, his voice became even deeper, but with a certain irresistible power:
“From the past to the present, the scale of wars created by humans has become larger and larger, with more and more casualties.

Every war sows the seeds of hatred and breeds conflicts of interest.

Race, ideology, resources, land - humans have countless reasons to wage war.

Blood debts are constantly repaid with blood, and blood repayments lead to new blood debts.

All of this seems like an endless cycle.”

Xia Xiu's tone gradually became heavier, as if he was facing the essence of war:
"Lions hunt just to survive, the food chain is linked together. And what about war?

War is like the lubricant of human society, lubricating the meaning of order in a dirty way. "

He paused again, looking at Alex more fiercely, his tone calm but intimidating:
"But the Kingdom of Heaven exists beyond war - we are not selling war, we are just exercising our power."

Xia Xiu, the fourth sword-wielder of the Kingdom of Heaven, swept his gaze across the faces of every participant present. His golden eyes were like burning flames, cold yet unfathomable.

He stood straight, and paused lightly with the silver cane in his hand. His voice was as deep and powerful as a bell, echoing in the conference room.

“——Whoever has the power to change the status quo is responsible for it.”

His voice was clear and calm, with a natural authority.

"—If you don't know who holds the power, then use their power and they will come after you."

This sentence seemed to hit everyone's nerves, making the oppressive feeling in the air suddenly increase.

The Abnormal Capital representatives present had different expressions, some frowned, some bowed their heads, and the Fourth Sword Bearer of the Kingdom of Heaven continued:
"Everyone, this is why Heaven - and I - do not sell war."

He paused briefly, as if giving the words enough time to penetrate into everyone's minds.

Then, he spoke again, his tone revealing a hint of cold determination:

“We are just exercising our rights.

I, and even Heaven, am responsible for the current situation!

This responsibility is not to maintain the status quo, but to change it.

The power we hold has always been used to eliminate war - war is not eternal, war can be eliminated."

His voice suddenly became heavier, and a cold light flashed in his golden pupils, as if he was looking through everyone into a more distant future.

He stood up, his tone low but firm, with an unshakable conviction:

"As for when can war be eradicated?"

The fourth sword-wielding man in the Kingdom of Heaven paused for a moment, a meaningful smile appearing at the corner of his mouth.

“My answer is, of course:

——Until the stars are at our feet, until we create a utopia for mankind. "