Apocalypse Regression's

Bad Rumors

After reaching an agreement, Ark looked towards Julian with a serious expression.

"Julian, you might be a quality hero. To be a great leader ...

You still need to learn a lot."

Ark's words surprised Julian and Berto. The two of them did not expect that Ark would speak to them in such a manner.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Hades. Although not as experienced as Mr. Joseph, I think the Chairman is good enough." Berto defended Julian with respect.

"Good enough is not enough. Julian, he still needs a lot to learn. For example, as at this time. Although a new government was beginning to take shape, the process was too long. Not just too long, but so messy.

That kind of thing will open a gap for certain people to come in and mess things up.

I hope you can listen to my words and remember them well.

'IT'S ALL JUST STARTED.'

You guys should remember that.

Don't let things get out of control because I don't like it. Besides, I also don't want to intervene in this matter. However, if you have to ...

I'm definitely not going to be gentle."

Hearing Ark's words, Julian's expression became even more serious. He believes that everyone can be organized and changed for the better. But the man understood too. If everything's fucked up, Ark's gonna interfere.

That means ... Another massacre might happen!

"Just calm. I will definitely arrange it!" Julian Strictly.

"I hope so too."

Ark said with a flat expression on his face.

After talking about business, eating together, and spending a little time relaxing.

Seeing their departure, Ark's eyes flashed coldly.

"Hopefully this will be a lesson to him."

The young man muttered in a voice that only he could hear.

***

Three days later.

Right now, the Sword of Sufferings were starting to recruit new members. In the previous winter, they had recruited 240 people. Among them were 180 fighters and 60 workers. Can say ...

Sword of Sufferings had become one of the groups with the most members in the city!

Starting in the spring, they have agreed on a new recruitment agreement. Sword of Sufferings will receive 50 members once every 2 weeks on Sundays. They will receive 30 men and 20 women.

At first, Silver Cross and Black Panther rejected Ark's proposal. But after learning that Ark asked for additional women, they finally agreed.

In the eyes of other groups, men are more necessary because they will be the backbone of the group. People who will fight in the front row.

On the contrary, women are considered not so useful. Most of what is left at the end of the world is in beautiful women. Because everyone knows .. why they are saved.

The women usually end up with a bad life in this apocalypse. Of course, there are some exceptions. Most of them have a bad ending.

To women, Sword of Sufferings is like an oasis in the desert. Moreover, since the number of women who survived was less than men, they could fit into the group more easily.

Even so, not everyone valued the Sword of Sufferings group.

On this day of recruitment, finally came the uninvited ones.

"You didn't bring them, did you, Julian?"

In front of the gates of the elite residential community, Ark and his army looked towards Julian and Berto who were leading the 70 men. They were filled with 40 men and 30 women. As before, 10 men and women will return if not accepted today.

However, other than those 70 people, there were also dozens of other youths who came before the gate of the Sword of Sufferings territory.

The location of the Sword of Sufferings headquarters has now been confirmed. So a lot of people came here to sign up together.

Seeing Ark's indifferent expression, Julian let out a long sigh.

"Of course I didn't bring them, Hades. As previously agreed, only people on certain terms we send."

"Then I can calm down." Ark nodded lightly. He then glanced at Darin and Yonas. "You select a new member first. I'll take care of them."

"Good, Chief!" answer both firmly.

After talking to them, Ark immediately went behind the line to meet the dozens of young men who had come. Their ages varied from seventeen to the late twenties.

"Honor to Lord Hades!!!"

Seeing that, Ark was a little surprised. These people were clearly lined up neatly and looked more organized. They are not so reckless, and quite reliable.

"Lift your heads." Ark said with a relaxed expression.

Everyone then gazed towards Ark with mixed expressions. Fear, respect, admiration, and other feelings.

Although not publicly announced, the action of Sword of Sufferings in the winter hunt and the great war against the zombies as well as the mutated beasts had spread throughout the city.

In front of them was Hades, who was now touted as the King Without a Crown. A fierce man who could slaughter humans, zombies, or mutated beasts with a sword in his hand!

"Is there a reason why you came to this place?" ask Ark.

"Please allow us to join the Sword of Sufferings!" said one of the men.

"PLEASE ALLOW US!!!" add others in unison.

Everyone immediately knelt in unison. It was really like the knights who welcomed their king.

Hearing that, Ark raised his eyebrows. Behind his mask, the young man looked slightly surprised. He really did not expect that his name had spread so widely.

Facing how enthusiastic they were made Ark feel somewhat awkward. Usually he was always on the opposite side with many enemies and people who hated him. So looking at their respectful gazes ..the young man felt less comfortable.

"I really appreciate your enthusiasm. However, I must apologize ..." Ark shook his head. "I can't accept you guys."

Everyone is immediately confused. They didn't expect that everything could turn out like this. They thought, Ark will know their sincerity to join the Sword of Sufferings.

One of the men in the lead raised his hand and asked.

"If we may know, why, Lord Hades? Are we less sincere? Are we too weak? Or because of what?"

Hearing that, Ark let out a long sigh.

"No. You don't have many flaws. Instead, I think you guys are quite a match to join the Sword of Sufferings.

If my guess is correct, you guys must have come from a faraway place, right? Maybe a suburban area?"

"You're right, Mr. Hades." The man nodded. "You said we fit in. Then why aren't we accepted?"

"Rules," replied Ark briefly.

"Rules?" asked the man with a confused expression.

"Yes." Yeah." Ark nodded. "Except for special cases, everyone has to go through stages to be accepted. The process itself is quite long."

"Can we know that?"

"Of course I can."

Ark smiled behind his mask before explaining.

"First of all, you must register for the Silver Cross or Black Panther group. There, you will be asked many things such as names, previous addresses, family, expertise, and the like. If you have the necessary requirements, you can apply to the Sword of Sufferings.

Sword of Sufferings received 50 members every two weeks. No less, and no more. This is useful for maintaining stability. In addition, we are also quite strict in either training or division of work.

In Sword of Sufferings, you must fill your identity completely. Arguably, our group is tighter than other groups and harder to break into. Even if you go in, it may be difficult to get out because we have a special rule, which is ...

Traitors will be put to death.

So before you sign up, make sure to think about it carefully."

Hearing Ark's explanation, everyone nodded. Although they had not understood it fully before, they still knew the outline. So, those people were not surprised. However, before Ark's eyes, they looked a little uneasy.

"Is there no direct way? If we get into the Silver Cross or Black Panther, we're definitely detained and not allowed to take the Sword of Sufferings test."

"Yes. I heard the two groups were sneaky. They hold back talented people. If it's like this, the chances of us getting into the Sword of Sufferings must be difficult."

"Sword of Sufferings does indeed deserve to hold the title of the most powerful group. But the way in was too difficult. Could it be that they had too much faith in those two groups?"

"I heard the Sword of Sufferings is more closed off. In addition to carrying out the eradication mission, they shut themselves down. It seems the other two groups are taking advantage of this."

"They're too much!"

"..."

Hearing the whispers of those people, Ark's eyes narrowed. He then glanced towards Julian in the distance. The young man could not help but think.

'It seems my guess is right. So ...'

Ark's expression became increasingly serious.

'What are you going to do in the face of this situation, Julian?'

>> Connect.