Wizard starting from shoeing donkeys

Chapter 1606: Chapter 555: A One-Man Team (Part 2)

”Yes, the energy tide. As the fluctuations of the energy tide increase, we predict that the number and frequency of the resurgence of giant beasts within the Federation will intensify once more.”

As soon as Speaker Lawson finished speaking, more than ten senior Federation generals exchanged glances, whispering to each other.

”What... the frequency needs to increase?”

”The military alone is already operating at full capacity.”

”Even the newest giant airships and cannons find it hard to inflict fatal injuries to the giant beasts. The giant beast in Westin City was repelled thanks to the intervention of Federation elites, but many were reassigned last time...”

”Indeed, I’ve heard there’s an important exploration site that needs investigating, but given the current turbulence, shouldn’t we stabilize things first?”

...

”Gentlemen, in this meeting, I want to hear your thoughts, rather than relying entirely on the Federation’s elites.” Speaker Lawson tapped the table in displeasure.

The moment he said this, the conference room fell silent, but Lawson’s face grew more sullen. He asked in a deep voice, ”So many of you here, but no one has any solutions?”

”Not exactly, if we have enough Ajax golems, they could work too. In Oberdin City, the giant frog monster was repelled by a combination of three Ajax golems and an armed airship squadron.” A general replied.

”You mean the super giant magic statue invented by the Federation Mechanical Research Institute based on ancient goblin technology?” Speaker Lawson pondered.

”Yes, Mr. Speaker. I think creating easier-to-control golems might be the key to future victories.”

”However, I’ve heard Director Haleem of the Institute has also been dispatched to investigate the exploration site, which has further slowed the production of Ajax golems,” a logistics coordinator politician remarked.

”I suggest we slow down the exploration of that site to stabilize the situation?”

”The question is, can we really stabilize it? It’s better to endure short-term pain for long-term gain. If we can gain technological innovation from that site, I think short-term discomfort is worth it.”

”Who can guarantee that exploring the site would necessarily yield results?”

...

At this point, the ’long-term faction’ and ’short-term faction’ clashed with their opinions, with more people favoring pulling back the Federation elites for defense.

Just then, a male attendant swiftly walked in, approached Speaker Lawson, and whispered something quickly.

This scene abruptly quieted the room.

This male attendant was Speaker Lawson’s secretary. His entrance mid-meeting must indicate important news.

”What! Alone?” Speaker Lawson murmured in a low voice after hearing the news.

Alone?

Alone for what?

The high-ranking Federation officials present were also puzzled.

”Though the Dragan Empire agreed to the joint exploration, they only dispatched a single Imperial Guardian.” Speaker Lawson stated with a stern expression, sharing the news with everyone present.

This news instantly caused an uproar in the meeting room, like cold water dousing hot oil.

”This is too disrespectful! No, it’s contempt!”

”Is this the attitude for cooperation?”

”I suggest we contact the Dragan Empire again, urging them to seriously consider the diplomatic friendship between our two nations!” An influential council member said angrily.

”Wait, can I ask which Guardian the Empire sent?” Female councilor Trena suddenly recalled something and asked the Speaker’s secretary.

”Councilor Trena, the Guardian sent by the Empire is Lord Rein,” the male attendant replied with a slight bow.

”Lord Rein? If it’s him, Mr. Speaker, perhaps... we need not worry so much...” Trena briefly explained Rein’s background.

”Councilor Trena, but regardless of who it is, one person is truly disregarding this cooperation too much!”

”We requested seven to ten Imperial Dragon Knights; even if cut down, at least five were expected. Now, only one comes, it’s truly...”

”Indeed! One person, no matter how strong, has limits. For this exploration, we have assembled seven Federation elites, and the Empire sends just one? Can one really be stronger than our seven combined?”

...

”Calm down, gentlemen. According to the cooperation agreement, both parties share the spoils based on their exploration contributions. Plus, the Empire sent an elite. I believe we haven’t really lost anything on this matter.”

”As for the exploration deadline, Councilor Trena, please reach out to Lord Terrio. I hope to see preliminary joint exploration results within half a month.” Speaker Lawson decided firmly.

”Ah... understood, Mr. Speaker.” The graceful Trena nodded.

...

Dragan Empire.

Dragon Scale Brotherhood Secret Realm.

”Your Highness? Why are you here?” The hideous Lunfrell looked at the Second Prince Everton with slight astonishment.

He felt something was off about the other party but couldn’t pinpoint what.

”Potions... any left?” Everton, appearing somewhat stiff, lifted the bottle that was supposed to contain the super evolution potion.

”Ah... Your Highness, you drank it? It hasn’t gone through...”

Suddenly, Lunfrell couldn’t continue as he noticed Everton’s red and black eyes, and a strong chill rose in his heart.

It was as if a basin of cold water had been poured from head to toe, leaving him frozen.

What kind of eyes were these!

Even a Frost Wolf starved for three days in winter wouldn’t have such a violent gaze.