In order to rescue his best friend, Vermilion Bird, Luluxiu had to pay a relatively high price. Although Luluxiu knew from the beginning that his younger sister, Nunnally, would definitely be sent to Xiao Ran's side, he took this opportunity to put forward his request to Xiao Ran. It was as though Luluxiu sent his younger sister to Xiao Ran for the sake of his best friend.
Even though Luluxiu knew that this was just an illusion, it still made him, who loved his younger sister very much, feel a little upset. Of course, Xiao Ran wouldn't treat Luluxiu's request for his help in rescuing Vermilion Bird as a simple exchange. This was a cooperation between both parties, after all. It was just an insignificant part of the deal and it wasn't that big of a deal.
But no matter what, when Luluxiu heard that Xiao Ran agreed to help without hesitation, he at least felt a little relieved about this inexplicable collaborator of his.
As for why Xiao Ran agreed to Luluxiu's request to rescue Vermilion Bird, it was actually a very casual decision. After all, he and Luluxiu were still in the stage of cooperation. Since they were collaborators, it was normal for Xiao Ran to provide assistance when one of them was in trouble. Furthermore, even without Xiao Ran, Luluxiu would still find a way to rescue Vermilion Bird. If Xiao Ran rejected Luluxiu's request, it would only increase Luluxiu's dissatisfaction and resentment. Therefore, Xiao Ran might as well agree decisively. At least this way, Luluxiu would be more cooperative in the future.
Coincidentally, Xiao Ran would need Vermilion Bird's help in the following arrangements. Therefore, he could use this opportunity to get in touch with Vermilion Bird and try to exert some influence and control over Vermilion Bird. As there was no other way to successfully join the Empire for the time being, it was a very suitable choice to replace Vermilion Bird as Princess Youfei's knight. It was also very necessary to get in touch with Vermilion Bird in advance. This kind of contact would be more interesting for Vermilion Bird. Additionally, Xiao Ran had to be on guard against other participants. In order to ensure Luluxiu's safety, even if Luluxiu didn't come to Xiao Ran for help, Xiao Ran had already made up his mind to ensure Luluxiu's safety.
The reason why Xiao Ran valued Luluxiu so much wasn't because Luluxiu's abilities were worthy of Xiao Ran's attention. Although Luluxiu's IQ was indeed extraordinary and he was indeed capable in tactics and planning, it didn't mean that Luluxiu's abilities were indispensable. Even if he joined the army, he might not necessarily be outstanding.
The real reason why Xiao Ran valued Luluxiu was nothing more than his name. He was the absolute protagonist of this world's storyline and an important helper who could cooperate with Xiao Ran to deceive other participants in this mission. He had an extremely special identity in this world and his purpose. These were the reasons why Xiao Ran valued Luluxiu.
In addition, Xiao Ran didn't have the habit of eliminating others casually. If it were someone else, they would have eliminated a dangerous factor like Luluxiu long ago. The reason why Xiao Ran didn't eliminate Luluxiu wasn't because he didn't have the habit of doing so. Another reason why Xiao Ran didn't eliminate Luluxiu was that he felt that being able to control Luluxiu was also an important reason.
But if Luluxiu really escaped from his control one day and chose to become his enemy, as long as he became a threat, Xiao Ran definitely wouldn't be soft-hearted and eliminate Luluxiu directly, even if it meant losing Wang Zhili. Of course, Xiao Ran wasn't willing to do this if it wasn't necessary. Therefore, it would be a good thing for both sides if they could be honest with each other to the extent of being true collaborators.
"Your plan."
Luluxiu glanced at Xiao Ran and said, "Rescue the pivotal Vermilion Bird directly from the enemy. As long as you can use the power of GEASS to control some people, you can use their strength to escape and accomplish this impossible task. Of course, this will also require the cooperation of some people. You will also need to arrange the steps and retreat route in advance."
"It's okay." Xiao Ran pondered for a moment and said, "Your GEASS ability is very suitable for this kind of thing. I will assist you from the side to ensure that you can rescue the pivotal Vermilion Bird and escape safely. Also, I think you can use the rescue of the pivotal Vermilion Bird to completely subdue the rebel group. After all, in order to achieve our plan, it is necessary to have like-minded companions with the same goal, or subordinates and forces that can fully obey your orders."
Luluxiu paused for a moment and glanced at Xiao Ran. He slowly lowered his head and a thoughtful look flashed in his eyes. Then, he said to Xiao Ran, "I have already contacted the rebel group today. The person you asked me to send back happens to be the leader of that group. Originally, I just wanted to use their strength, but since you said so, I will pay attention to this point."
Xiao Ran looked at Luluxiu and nodded gently. "Well, whether it is the rebel group or any other forces, if we can completely subdue them into a force that the two of us can use, they will become a very convenient help for what we want to do. So, you need to pay attention to more than just this rebel group."
"Also, it is not suitable for your identity to appear in public. You need to pay more attention to keeping your identity a secret because once your identity is exposed, it will only bring more trouble."
"I know. In order to overthrow the current tyranny of the Empire, it is necessary to have a force that belongs to you. When Nunnally becomes the Empire's Empress, she will need someone who can protect her and whom she can rely on and trust." Luluxiu's attitude toward Xiao Ran was much better now. At least, he was quite cooperative in his interactions with Xiao Ran. As for why, Luluxiu wasn't too sure. But at least for now, Luluxiu felt that Xiao Ran was much more pleasing to the eye. He was willing to believe and listen to Xiao Ran's words.
And this was naturally due to the fact that Xiao Ran had received a temporary upgrade in this world, which gave him a special title that was comparable to a godly skill. He also received the 'King's Strength' ability from GEASS. When the two powers came into contact with Luluxiu, they would constantly affect him in a way that he wouldn't notice or feel. This made him trust every word that Xiao Ran said more. On the other hand, Luluxiu was able to maintain a clear mind and naturally judge whether it was true or false. As long as he didn't discover any malicious intent from Xiao Ran, he would naturally have a favorable impression of Xiao Ran. And when his favorable impression of Xiao Ran increased, he would trust Xiao Ran more.
When the time came, he would be completely willing to stand on the same side as Xiao Ran. At least until now, even though Xiao Ran had indeed threatened Luluxiu, he hadn't really hurt him. Instead, he had given him power twice in a row. Luluxiu was able to think, so he would naturally realize that Xiao Ran hadn't really hurt him from the start. Instead, he had been helping him all along.
"If that's the case, then it's not just the resistance forces outside the Empire." Xiao Ran smiled and patted Luluxiu's shoulder. He used this action to influence Luluxiu to close the distance between them. His eyes flashed with a glint that Luluxiu didn't notice at all. At the same time, he was also testing his ability. He used a more inconspicuous and abrupt method to slowly influence Luluxiu to see if he could truly subdue Luluxiu. At least now, it seemed that Luluxiu's attitude had improved, which was enough to prove the effects of the title and ability.
When Xiao Ran patted Luluxiu's shoulder, Luluxiu turned his head to look at Xiao Ran again. Then, he heard Xiao Ran say, "In addition to the forces outside the Empire and those opposing the Empire, we also need another force that can balance these forces. I'm going to find a way to join the Empire and dig out a group of people from the Empire who have the same goal as us. I'm going to change those people who have the same status, power or ability in the Empire to join us."
"When the time comes, both sides will be opposing each other on the surface, but in the dark, both sides will be from the same source. Everyone will be comrades with the same goal. We can even let the forces outside deliberately create some movements to allow people with lower positions to gain merit and be promoted quickly. When the time is right, we may be able to control the entire 11th District from inside out and completely influence the entire Britannia Empire. After all, even within the Empire, we need a group of loyal and firm people to support Nunnally to become the Emperor of the Empire and protect her."
A hint of surprise appeared in Luluxiu's eyes, but he soon began to consider the feasibility of Xiao Ran's plan. The more he thought about it, the more he felt that it was reasonable. Being able to infiltrate the Empire would be of great help to them in achieving their goal. Even if they rescued the pivotal tree Vermilion Bird, it seemed that they could make use of her.
Luluxiu said, "But, it won't be easy for you to join the Empire. What will you do?"
Xiao Ran did not hide his thoughts from Luluxiu. "Two new governors will soon arrive in the 11th district. This time, one of them is a very strong woman, while the other is a very gentle woman. My target is these two women. I will try to become the exclusive knight of one of them. As for how to win their trust and use their authority to achieve what I want to do, I naturally have my own methods and abilities."
When Luluxiu heard Xiao Ran's words, he also muttered two names. "Cornelia … Euphemia … Can you do it? Exclusive knight?"
"As long as I can show enough ability." Xiao Ran stroked his chin and looked into the distance. "If that's the case, it shouldn't be too difficult. I feel like it's quite easy."
"I know. The goal now is to rescue the pivotal tree Vermilion Bird and subdue the resistance." Luluxiu's lips curled up. "The next step is to send you into the Empire and become the knight of those two."
"Okay." Xiao Ran suddenly narrowed his eyes and said, "Now that our alliance is truly established, you and I will do our best to gather as much power as possible. But this way, we will have to have a suitable name for ourselves to represent that we belong to the same faction. So, we will have to establish an organization to achieve our goal of making Li Lina the Queen of the Britannia Empire. The Black Knights, although it doesn't have any special meaning, it won't be a problem to give it some other meaning."
"Meaning isn't something that is needed all the time." Luluxiu turned to face Xiao Ran and raised his left hand to cover his left eye. He said confidently, "Then let the name of the Black Knights resound throughout the world from today onwards. Welcome us as members of the Black Knights."
Xiao Ran smiled at Luluxiu. "You are also welcome to join."
"Ding! Serial number 678, you have chosen to join the Black Knights. Confirm?"
"Confirm."
"Serial number 678, the faction you have chosen is the Black Knights. Co-founder, you have joined the faction. The main mission has been activated. This mission is a special one. The mission mode has been modified. You can return to Prometheus after completing the three stages of the mission. This mission is a chaotic battle between multiple armies. You do not need to complete any personal objectives."
"First stage of the mission: Join a faction and strengthen the faction. You have become the co-founder of a faction. Expanding and strengthening the faction is your first priority. Before the second stage begins, do your best to increase the strength, scale, and reputation of the army. The completion of this stage of the mission will affect the final evaluation."
The voice in his mind made Xiao Ran relax a little. After planning and guiding for so long, the problem of the faction had finally been solved. He had also officially started his own mission. Finally, Xiao Ran did not need to be like a headless fly anymore. He now had a more specific goal to work on. He was actually quite willing to accept this stage of the mission to strengthen the Black Knights.
And because it was a special mission, even a person like Xiao Ran who entered the mission world alone like him had to act according to the mission mode of the special mission. There were no conventional individual or party missions, which also meant that Xiao Ran would have more freedom in this mission. Things like strengthening the faction were just the basic operations after joining a faction.
For the two-man Black Knights, there were many ways to strengthen the faction. However, Xiao Ran also thought of the missions of the other armies from this mission. Would they also have the same mission? And if he joined a larger faction, it would be more difficult to strengthen the faction. There was even a possibility that a direct conflict between the armies would break out in the first stage. This made Xiao Ran feel that it was a little interesting.
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