Arknights: Studying medicine can't save Terra

Gravel tried to stop him, but was interrupted by a reassuring look from the Doctor.

Roy sat down opposite the doctor, and without beating around the bush, went straight to the point:

“I originally wanted to find Qi Yan, but he said he was busy recently, so he passed me on to you.”

"You actually believe this nonsense?" the doctor scoffed.

Roy could only respond with a wry smile.

It's not a question of whether he believes it or not, but whether he dares not to believe it.

“Doctor, I’ve heard that there’s a certain person on Rhodes Island, codenamed W.” Roy showed a shy expression, “and a Miss Sakorta whom Qi Yan brought back from Letania, named Arturo.”

"What, you've taken a liking to either of them?" The professor raised an eyebrow. "You really are a rare find."

"No, no, no, how dare I!"

Roy shook his head vigorously, startled: "I just want to know, does Rhodes Island need someone like this?"

At this point, Roy's purpose had almost been made clear.

The doctor couldn't help but find it somewhat amusing.

In the past, Qi Yan would go around coercing and bribing people, using riddles to trick unlucky guys into joining Rhodes Island. But now, someone has actually come to them on their own initiative.

But faced with Roy, who had unusually offered his services, the doctor shook his head regretfully:

"You don't seem to be on the white-haired dog's list."

“…He’s the one who sent me to find you,” Roy said in a humble voice. “And it wasn’t me, it was another Qingjin. Qi Yan specifically asked for her when he came to the Wuzhou Alliance.”

The doctor almost choked on his saliva: "Since when did the Unarmored Alliance start doing business in clubs?"

Roy wore a sheepish grin, his attitude practically groveling.

Even the doctor couldn't help but admire this guy a little.

He knows how to assess the situation, has strong execution skills, and is quite bold. He dared to take the initiative to approach Rhodes Island when it was at its strongest. More importantly... he's shameless!

Even so, the doctor still shook his head:

"Unfortunately, I don't have the strange collecting fetish of the white-haired dog, nor do I think the two of you share any common ideals with Rhodes Island."

Chapter 485 Trading

Roy's expression stiffened slightly upon receiving the answer.

He lowered his head, making it impossible to see his expression.

Gravel quickly stepped forward, nervously watching Roy, fearing that he might become enraged by the rejection and violently attack her.

Roy wouldn't do that; he's not stupid, much less crazy.

But he had an idea that was even crazier than a madman's.

"Doctor, Rhodes Island shouldn't have any special requirements for admitting Oripathy patients, right?"

Roy slowly raised his head: "If Monique becomes infected, is Rhodes Island willing to treat her?"

PhD:"……"

Li's eyes widened as she stared at the man in front of her in disbelief.

Roy gave a bitter smile:

"Don't look at me like that. I'm really desperate. I'm willing to confess everything."

The Unarmored Alliance is trying to break free from the Federation's control, but we need time and there are still many hidden dangers to deal with. However, the Federation is doing things that are enough to anger Qi Yan.

They were actually planning to attack those around the Radiant Knight during the finals, and had even issued a direct order to kill them!

Upon hearing this, Gravel was taken aback and quickly turned to look at the Doctor.

Unfortunately, the doctor's attitude was calm to the point of being indifferent.

“Rhodes Island doesn’t just provide treatment to anyone with money,” the doctor said indifferently. “Although Rhodes Island’s defense system seems to only be able to stop the white-haired dogs, and its internal security measures are not as tight as many organizations, we still have our own set of considerations and policies.”

Roy's shoulders slumped, his back seemingly bent under an unseen burden.

He could only continue to plead in a humble voice:

"Monique actually knows nothing. Over the years, under my deliberate guidance, although she holds a high position in the Azure Gold, she has rarely handled internal affairs of the Unarmored Alliance."

In other words, she actually has a very simple background and will not cause any trouble for Rhodes Island.

I will also find a way to 'kill' her, and make sure 'Monique' is completely wiped off this land.

This was the first time Gravel had ever seen an Unarmored Assassin in this state, and she actually felt a bit of sympathy for Roy.

"It's getting a bit boring."

The doctor suddenly spoke coldly.

The somber and despairing atmosphere in the room instantly froze.

Under Gravel's surprised gaze, Roy grinned, his demeanor instantly reversing, returning to the nonchalant attitude he had when he first entered the room.

"Oh my, as expected of the Doctor." Roy grinned, showing off his white teeth. "So, would the Doctor be willing to cooperate?"

At this moment, Gravel was completely dumbfounded.

The professor rested his chin on his hand, pondered for a moment, and then asked in return:

"Do these clues you provided have any impact on Rhodes Island whatsoever?"

“…Silver Spear Pegasus has a weakness: they are too rigid and not very flexible in their actions.” Roy’s tone was filled with unparalleled confidence. “But the Unarmored Alliance is not so inflexible. As the saying goes, snakes have their paths and rats have their ways. There are some things that the Silver Spear Pegasus cannot find, but the Unarmored Alliance can.”

“I don’t care,” the doctor shook his head.

Roy's confident demeanor, which he had just begun, was immediately extinguished.

He looked at the doctor with suspicion, as if trying to see through whether the hooded man was bluffing or truly confident.

Roy, with his usually confident and sharp eye, couldn't see through this calm and collected guy.

The doctor chuckled: "Those big guys we hid were meant to be brought out and shown anyway. It doesn't matter whether they come out early or late, what matters is that they've already appeared in the Great Knight Territory."

“I don’t understand.” Roy’s expression was somewhat gloomy. “If that’s the case, why did you keep it a secret before?”

The doctor looked at Roy at that moment, as if he were looking at something interesting.

He leaned forward slightly, his voice low but filled with domineering intent:

"Because Kal'tsit's mindset hasn't changed yet, but I want to say that times have changed, and Rhodes Island is not afraid of any storms now."

In fact, I might as well give you some information: in a few months, the name of Rhodes Island will be heard throughout this land.

Roy: “…”

The doctor didn't reveal any specific information, but just the surface was enough to send chills down Roy's spine.

What could possibly be so significant that the entire region would hear the name of an obscure little company?

Roy was startled by his own thought.

The doctor tapped the coffee table, drawing Roy's attention back from his thoughts.

“Mr. Roy, please play your card,” the doctor teased.

“…three times.” Roy gritted his teeth.

"You...five times!"

The two were clearly haggling over something, but Li, who had been listening the whole time, couldn't keep up at all.

Roy looked pained, gritted his teeth, and continued to ask:

"How much compensation would you like to ask Rhodes Island to treat your injuries?"

"Treat one person, and you get one extra treatment."

"Could you be any darker?" Roy snapped on the spot.

"You were the one who entered the game first," the doctor said with a sly smile.

Roy clicked his tongue, got up with a sullen look on his face, clearly not wanting to linger for even a moment longer, and climbed out of the window.

Only after Roy left did Gravel finally break free from her tension.

She patted her chest, still shaken, but couldn't resist her curiosity:

"Doctor, what were you just talking about?"

The doctor smiled and didn't hide anything: "The number of times the Xuan Tie Grandmaster intervened."

"But... Rhodes Island already has a unified voice?" Gravel clearly couldn't understand.

"Since it's free anyway, why not take it?"

The doctor leaned back on the sofa, looking like a rogue: "We don't have to pay anything. Wu Zhou Alliance agreed to slack off during work to save us trouble, and they're even willing to help us afterwards. You can't find such a good thing even with a lantern."

Besides, Qi Yan might betray us again any day; I wouldn't be surprised if he went to join Theresis.

“Therese…Therese?!” Gravel exclaimed in surprise.

"Oops, I let it slip," the professor said with a grin.

Li twitched the corners of her mouth and resolutely buried the matter deep in her heart.

But then she became a little worried:

"Those assassins from the Unarmored Alliance don't keep their word. What if they promise something and then don't do it? Wouldn't Rhodes Island be left with a bitter pill to swallow?"

The doctor gently shook his head:

"While credit and relationships are important, the most fundamental principle of transactions is always profit."

However, some benefits don't necessarily have to be given to the other party by us personally.

Li seemed to understand, but not quite.

Elegant music filled the restaurant.

Viviana herself was even more elegant than the music, gently setting down her knife and fork and wiping her glistening cherry lips with a napkin.

Sitting opposite her was a Caprini man dressed in an exquisite formal suit.

This man was none other than the count from Letania. He admired the unique system of Kazimierz and wanted to try introducing it to his own country to see if it could bring some change to the stagnant situation in Letania.

Just a little bit is fine.

"Thank you very much, Miss Drosst, for your help these past few days." The Earl smiled politely. "Without your intervention, I would have faced many difficulties in negotiating a cooperation agreement with Meshko Industries."

Viviana sincerely said:

"It is I who should thank Your Excellency, you are a true nobleman, an admirable figure, and a great man who truly works for the future of Letania."

I'm just doing my bit, and I'm honored that I can help you.

The count shook his head, not daring to accept Viviana's praise directly.

He knew in his heart that his vision was still a long way from being truly effective, and no one could guarantee what the future would hold.

Although he appears to be a high and mighty count, in the face of the prevailing trend, he is nothing more than an ant that overestimates its own abilities and tries to wrestle with the wheels of time.

He simply wanted to do his best to make his country a better place.

Chapter 486 Who Dares to Touch My Boss?!

“Miss Drosst, please allow me to thank you anyway.” The Earl rose, his manners exuding gentlemanly politeness. “It’s getting late, please allow me to see you off.”

"Thank you, but it's not necessary."

Viviana rose to return the greeting: "I have an appointment with a friend."

"In that case, I won't bother you any longer. Have a pleasant evening." The count bid farewell politely and left the elegant restaurant.

Walking down the street, a cool evening breeze brushed against the count's face, and a black shadow silently appeared behind him.

She was a woman dressed in classic Lytanian Tower sorcerer attire, her face concealed by a white mask, her slender figure hidden beneath loose robes.

The count turned around and nodded to the newcomer:

"Alosia, thank you for guarding outside the restaurant."