Chapter 784 - The Backbone (2/2)

Also, it was said that a lot of Meteorite Minerals were buried underneath the World Tree, and that they were critical to the World Tree’s growth.

If that rumor was true, it made sense that the World Tree came to Wetland City for trouble.

Then, there was another problem… Who exposed the secret that there were Meteorite Minerals in Wetland City?

Even Betta’s closest friends didn’t know that.

As if he knew what they were thinking, Uncle Liang said bitterly, “Betta would’ve told you the matter very soon. He wrote in his notebook that he couldn’t protect the Meteorite Minerals, and it was better to give them away to his brothers than to the outsiders.”

Roland and Schuck heaved a sigh again.

Seeing that their expressions were the same, Uncle Liang was greatly relieved. He didn’t want them to feel angry at his deceased son.

At this moment, a guard came to inform them. “City Master, a few Golden Sons want to meet you. They say that Mr. Roland must be here too.”

“It’s O’Neal and his team,” said Roland.

Uncle Liang instantly said, “Invite them in.”

Very soon, O’Neal and the others walked in.

Seeing Roland, O’Neal shook his hand and smiled. “Chairman, it’s been a long time.”

Roland was still the nominal chairman of the Association of Mages among players.

So, his address was absolutely appropriate. Then, O’Neal greeted Uncle Liang and Schuck and then introduced his partners to them. Uncle Liang asked them to take a seat and said, “Thank you for coming. The pressure of the World Tree is too great.” “I don’t think there can be any pressure now that Roland’s here.” O’Neal smiled. “Whoever disobeys him will die before long, when he throws a nuclear bomb at them.”

“Haha, that’s a good one.” Roland waved his hand. “Let’s get down to business. If Wetland City is willing to step up, are you willing to accept our command?”

“Of course. After all, this whole thing was started by us.”

Roland asked again, “Do you really not have any terms and conditions?”

“As expected of our chairman. You’re truly insightful,” said O’Neal in admiration. “We’ve only a little request.”

O’Neal’s emotional intelligence couldn’t have been better revealed.

It was his requirement, yet he worded it like a request to show respect.

Uncle Liang couldn’t help but ask, “What is your requirement?”

O’Neal said, “If the elves fail, I hope that we can take control of the elves. Therefore, you cannot interfere with their faith, Roland.”

Roland was rather puzzled. “I’m not a god. Do I need their faith at all?”

O’Neal, however, said, “Roland, you’re very close to at least two goddesses. If the elves are defeated, they’ll try to extend their hands to the elves with your influence.”

Roland was still confused. “Isn’t that a good thing? If the elves worship human goddesses, they’ll be part of mankind. Sort of like an ethic minority.”

O’Neal shook his head. “The elves have a more important mission.”

Hearing that, Roland suddenly realized what was going on, and he gently patted his palm. “Oh, you want to completely assimilate them into the human world, and let them inherit your philosophies.”

O’Neal couldn’t help but clap his hands. “I have to say that you’re truly brilliant, Chairman Roland.”

Exactly as Roland thought, O’Neal and his team had other plans for the elves.

If Roland won, the World Tree as well as the elven goddess would probably die.

Then, the elves would lose their leaders, as well as their hope and future.

When they all grieved and felt lost, what would happen if more advanced thoughts and ideologies were spread to them?

Wouldn’t the new ideas prevail?

Besides, the elves lived longer lives. When they picked up new things, they could encourage more people to work and fight longer.

It would be more likely to succeed this way.

He had to admit that O’Neal and his team had an interesting point.

Thinking for a moment, Roland said, “Okay, if what you describe does happen, you’ll be in charge of the reform of the elves.” “Thank you, Chairman.” O’Neal was enthused. “Don’t worry. All of us will lead the charge for you when you fight the elves.” Then, O’Neal left with his partners.

After that, the three guys chatted for a while longer. When Roland was about to leave for business, the guard came to report again. “City Master, the elves’ envoy is here and wants to meet you!”

They looked at each other in bewilderment. Hardly had they seen off O’Neal when the elves came. Had the elves been keeping an eye on this place?

“Invite them in,” said Uncle Liang.

A moment later, the transparent purple-haired woman and Ans walked in.

Both of them frowned when they saw Roland.

Although the floating city had indicated Roland’s presence, they still felt uncomfortable when they saw him in person.

The reason was very simple: Roland was too

strong.

Asking them to take a seat, Uncle Liang said, “I’m glad that you’re willing to talk to us again.”

Uncle Liang was inwardly quite happy, because the World Tree was far less aggressive than she appeared last time. It was not hard to imagine the pressure that Roland imposed on them.

“We’re indeed willing to talk.” The transparent woman glanced at Uncle Liang and instantly focused her eyes on Roland. “Mr. Roland, I’ve heard a lot about you. The more I hear, the more frightening you sound to me.”

“Thank you for your compliment.” Roland smiled.

Ans interjected, “Mother Tree didn’t praise you. You don’t seem good at understanding other people, do you?”

Roland waved his hands unconcernedly. “There’s a saying in my hometown: the curses of your enemy are the best compliments you can receive. Don’t you agree?”

There was nothing Ans could say. He instantly looked up at the ceiling, not daring to make eye contact with anyone.

It was because what Roland said was true and irrefutable.

At this moment, the World Tree said with a smile, “Is it the right attitude to regard us as enemies at the beginning of a negotiation?”

Roland smiled. “But as far as I know, the elves threatened to declare war on mankind a couple of days ago the moment you came.” “Did we?” The World Tree looked innocent.

It was true that a woman would have a lot of advantages if she looked beautiful. Even though Roland and Schuck knew that she was being unreasonable, they didn’t really hate her for that.

But of course, they didn’t lose their good judgment either.

Roland said with a smile, “Let’s let bygones be bygones. Madam, what do you want to talk to us about?”

“We demand reparations.”

Roland chuckled. “We haven’t even fought yet. There’s no telling who’s stronger. How can we give you any reparations?”.

The World Tree looked at Roland and sneered. “No matter what the result is, you’ll still side with humanity, so we’re only here to ask for some compensation.”