Zongman: The wrong person on the ground, double Shenwei at the beginning

When Rod appeared in front of everyone carrying Lily, the previously heated discussion instantly fell silent.

Everyone couldn't help but stare at Luo Dexing.

Vigilance, fear, surprise, curiosity...

Even the seasoned adventurers present, who had witnessed Rhodes, the instigator of tonight's events, could not believe that this still somewhat green youth had wiped out an entire clan and sent the main god back in less than an hour.

Finn licked the pad of his right thumb, stared at Lily in Rhodes' arms for a long time, then stepped forward and sighed with a wry smile.

“I have met many compatriots, but only she made me feel an irresistible urge to protect her from the first time we met.... What you said before is probably not wrong.”

"Thank you, I owe you a favor this time."

Leila, who had been keeping watch outside, also came over and couldn't help but click her tongue in surprise upon hearing this.

Goodness, he actually did it.

He caused a huge scene to achieve his goal, then made the Loki Familia do the dirty work, only to leave the opposing commander owing him a huge favor and having to thank him...

This is a truly outrageous tactic of selling someone out and then expecting someone to help count the money.

Compared to Rhodes, Lyra even felt that her previous schemes might have seemed a bit too optimistic...

But that was a favor Finn did for him!

This will drive all the adventurers in Orario into madness; Rhodes will definitely make the most of it...

Rhodes' next words made Lyra's eyes widen in surprise.

"Your favor... then in your own name, guarantee to do your best to support the Astria Familia when they encounter a crisis, within your capabilities. Is that acceptable?"

Lyra couldn't help but run to Rhodes' side and anxiously tug at his sleeve.

"Wait... this is the hero's promise! Shouldn't you use it for something more important?!"

Rod looked down at Lyra, who looked at him with a disappointed expression, and chuckled softly.

"for example?"

Leila glared angrily at Rod.

"dare you laugh?!"

"For example, equipment, rare materials, intelligence..."

Rod interrupted Lyra, a smile spreading across his face.

"So are these things more important than you?"

“…”

Leila's eyes widened slightly, speechless. After a while, she turned her head and seemingly unintentionally touched the area below her nose.

"...You rascal, I just can't do anything with you."

"So you agreed?"

"Since you've already said that, how can I object, you idiot!"

He continued to grumble.

But Leila's lips couldn't help but curl up slightly, really just a slight upward curve.

After a moment of surprise, Finn squinted and accepted the explanation with a smile.

“Even if you hadn’t said it, I would still have upheld justice in this way. But since you’re going to use my personal connections here, I will treat them as my allies on a personal level!”

Just as the Knights of Finana made a promise a thousand years ago, Finn also made a solemn promise to Rhodes and the Familia of Astrea.

"In the name of the Hero, I swear to you that when the Astrea Familia is in peril, even if we are thousands of miles apart, I will lend a helping hand and vow to ensure that the banner of justice stands tall!"

Rhodes nodded slightly, acknowledging that Finn truly deserved the title of hero, and Finn, in turn, felt a deep respect for Rhodes.

He is ruthless towards enemies, but thoughtful towards friends.

Such a guy... the worst enemy, the best ally.

Chapter 43 Shakti and Adi's First Encounter (Seeking flowers and votes)

Lily seemed to frown slightly because of the noise of the crowd and mumbled a few indistinct words.

Only after smelling Rhodes' scent did she relax her brows, chuckle foolishly, and continue to snuggle against Rhodes' chest and fall fast asleep.

The group exchanged glances and couldn't help but cover their mouths and chuckle.

"Do you want to talk to her?"

Finn seemed to have already prepared an answer to Rhodes' question.

"Neither of us is mentally prepared right now, and... the past is gone, we live in the present."

"I won't shirk my responsibilities, but what I hope to build is a sibling bond between Finn and Lily, not anything else."

Leila coughed lightly as a reminder.

"If the past life story is true, then you must have been siblings~"

Finn simply pretended not to hear that.

"Entrusting Lily to you is the best choice right now. I trust you... By the way, about the Soma Familia's legacy..."

Rod raised his hand to interrupt.

"I took half of the divine wine for research purposes, and I'll leave the rest to you. After all, I'll be leaving the rest of the troublesome things like communicating with the guild and eradicating all smuggling channels to you."

Finn swallowed the distribution plan he had already prepared and helplessly shrugged.

"You're truly the first person in history to treat us Loki Familia like servants. But this time, we'll let it slide!"

"I will keep you updated on any further developments."

Rhodes wasn't interested in this, he just nodded casually, and then led Lyra and Lily out of the camp.

A tall, beautiful woman, looking exhausted, stood at the door.

Her blue hair was cut short to her neck, and she had delicate and intelligent features.

His long arms and legs were equipped with boxing gloves and metal boots designed for close combat, making him look quite professional.

"Hello, Rhodes, my name is Shakti Falma. I've heard so much about you!"

Beside her, arm in arm, was a charming young woman who was staring intently at Rod with her bright, watery eyes.

Noticing Rod's gaze, she playfully made a peace sign next to her cheek.

“That’s right! I am the younger sister of the kind and virtuous Shakti, Adi Farma! Ta-da!”

Seeing her younger sister's innocent and childlike appearance, Shakti said, "Don't speak with weird sound effects," but a gentle and doting smile appeared on her lips.

The Staff of Ganesha and the Poem of Ganesha, two outstanding young women.

As Rod smiled and greeted the two pretty girls in front of him, he secretly pondered the possibility of abducting them.

At this point, he had already begun planning to establish his own independent power in the future.

Unlike the Astrea Familia, who are currently his companions, this force will be a dictatorial team with him at its absolute core, carrying out his will and handling miscellaneous tasks for him.

Loki's Familia can't always help clean up the mess, and Finn's words reminded Rhodes of this.

Although he had planned this for a long time, he was simply bringing the plan forward.

However, if they want to switch sects altogether, they will need new blessings to maintain everyone's ability levels.

Unless he can also master the ability to activate blessings, at least a mascot will be needed...

Shakti is an excellent beast tamer, whose skills are among the best in Orario today. What's even more remarkable is her command and management abilities!

But precisely because of this, given that she was born into a military police family and has now risen to the rank of commander, it would be extremely difficult for Rhodes to abduct her...

And the pure and natural aura emanating from Adi beside her was almost no less than that of any member of the Astrea Familia!

She's perfect as a partner and girlfriend, but she's completely unsuitable as a subordinate.

Unable to come up with a good solution for the time being, Rhodes regretfully had to abandon the idea for the time being, and waved goodbye after exchanging a few words with the two girls.

After Rhodes and his group left, Adi leaned forward, still gazing at Rhodes's retreating figure from afar.

Shakti frowned slightly, looking somewhat nervous.

"A mysterious and unpredictable fellow. For some reason, I always feel a strange sense of crisis when I'm around him... even though I'm a higher-ranking adventurer."

Adi shook her hair and revealed a bright smile.

"It's alright, Rod isn't a bad person!"

Shakti couldn't understand why her sister was so sure.

Do you know him?

Absolutely not!

"and you...."

"Because he smells like Ryu, and Ryu's friends are all good people!"

Shakti's lips twitched slightly as she covered her forehead.

"You really do say things that I find hard to judge..."

However, from a certain perspective, it is hard to refute. Being part of a righteous clan and recognized by the most fastidious fairy, it seems that even if his behavior is a bit extreme, there is no need to worry about his character.

Shakti was also somewhat curious about Rhodes, but she always felt that if she got too close to him, she would lose something important, and she unconsciously became wary of him.

She secretly reflected on her attitude, but at the same time, she couldn't help but feel relieved.

Judging from their demeanor, they seemed to want to keep their distance from us.

That's good too. If Adi were to face someone of that caliber, she might get completely fooled.

Adi, who has never been interested in men, would probably stay far away from him.

However, just as she was thinking this, she suddenly heard Adi clap her hands loudly.

"By the way, since we're all friends of Ryu, we can't not be friends with each other!"

Shakti's eyes widened in alarm, and sure enough, she heard what Adi said.

"Hmph, I've decided, I'll definitely invite Rhodes out to play when I have time!"

Her light blue hair swayed merrily, and the lovely girl's eyes shone brightly, her smile as radiant as a flower.

Shakti, however, looked dejected and, wanting to stop him, didn't know what to say. In the end, she could only slump her shoulders helplessly.

Hmm, I guess my hope is wrong...

Chapter 44 A Plan Beyond the Familia System (Seeking flowers and votes)

boom--

"what?!"

From the tranquil Hall of Stars came the inexplicable sound of girls falling off chairs.

"So lucky that you often encounter rare species?"

"The item drop rate is almost 100%?"

"Quickly learn all the moves you see?"

"What's even more outrageous is that they can even replicate magic?!"

The girls who stayed behind stared wide-eyed, and after hearing Nize's story, they felt dizzy and lightheaded.

At this moment, Iska couldn't help but reveal her Amazonian nature, clinging to Asta's arm and shaking it uncontrollably.