Chapter 63 Together With Him (2/2)
”I think you've heard from Lize about our first meeting.”
Marlene nodded and tilted her head slightly. Although Rhode instructed Lize not to mention about the incident in the floating ship to anyone, Marlene was Lize's close friend and a member of the mercenary group, so, she managed to hear about the matter.
”As I've said, the incident before is related to the Country of Light. Moreover, Sereck had just informed me that their spies were looking for my information. I feel that when I leave for this mission, they would definitely look for trouble with me.”
”So you don't intend to let me get involved in this matter.”
”Your identity isn't suitable for this mission. This matter is also quite dangerous. For the sake of reputation, they are willing to do anything to accomplish their goal. Ms. Marlene, when they attacked the merchant ship, you weren't there. Therefore this matter is unrelated to you and is unlikely that they will involve you.”
”What about Lize?”
Marlene furrowed her brows and asked.
”Well, since she'll be in Deep Stone City, there's nothing much to worry about. The Country of Light wouldn't be stupid enough to move in the open. Furthermore, I've prepared security within the stronghold. As long she doesn't totally disregard safety, it should be fine.”
Rhode wasn't concerned about safety as he had full control over the stronghold's security system. If someone tried to invade the stronghold, he would immediately receive system prompts, and the intruder would encounter a certain degree of resistance from the stronghold itself.
”As for Lize...”
Rhode looked at the other girl who sat beside him.
”After I leave, you will live in the mercenary association for the moment. I will request for Sereck to look after the both of you.”
”Yes, Mr. Rhode.
Lize was a little sad as she had to leave her home. She wanted to go with him, but the number of spells she knew was too little. Moreover, the bulk of her spells were the holy element which meant that it was only useful against undead. Going on the mission with Rhode would burden him instead of helping.
”Then, as for Ms. Marlene...”
After getting Lize's answer, Rhode turned around. But his words have yet finished, Marlene already made her answer.
”I refuse.”
”Eh?”
”Although this matter is not related to me, as a part of Senia family, escaping the problem is not my style and...” Marlene suddenly narrowed her eyes, saying ”This is the Munn Kingdom, our country. If those Light scums want to scheme something here, they need to ask for our permission. Mr. Rhode, I hope that I can help you. Just like how you helped me, now it's my turn to return the favor. You are strong, but the enemy isn't only one person. I am a middle circle mage, so I can well-versed in fighting a large number of people. At least, I hope you will consider my proposal.”
After hearing her out, Rhode closed his eyes to think.
Marlene did make some sense. If his enemies wanted to attack him when he entered Twilight Forest, most likely they would have to employ an ambush. While he could solve it by himself, Marlene could wipe them clean with much less effort.
If Rhode didn't know to what extent how dangerous this mission was, he would have never considered bringing Marlene along. But now, he was actually very clear of the situation, so if there was an extra pair of hands to help, then... why not?
”Sure, I agree to your request.”
In the end, Rhode nodded.
”But I believe you know my condition.”
”I understand that I must obey your command. After all, I don't want to lose my life just because of my boring pride.”
”Then...”
Rhode stretched out his hand.
”Welcome aboard once more.”
”I hope we will work well together.”
Marlene shook Rhode's hand firmly with a confident smile.
But the two didn't notice that Lize was staring at them with a complicated expression. Her delicate hands clutched onto the hem of her skirt tightly as she bit her lower lip.
I want to be strong...