Apocalypse Regression's
Dividing Tasks and Departing
Three days later.
“Then we go first, Senior.”
“We go, Senior.”
The two girls waved towards the Ark. They smiled happily behind the mask. Although both of them looked friendly and behaved like children, but the other people did not dare to speak to them at all, let alone flirt.
Ark waved his hand. Besides Kurona and Shirona, the three huskies who pulled three carriages as well as 30 soldiers went with them. One carriage contained various materials while two other carriages carried saplings of bread trees. Ark also asks Kurona and Shirona to bring a leather scroll to give to Jay. The man would definitely consult Old Franky on the matter of making a bread forest.
After they leave, Ark asks Stacy, Roxanne, and the former members of Golden Rose to get together. By the time they all gathered, Ark immediately said.
“I have a task for you. Stacy, I need you to lead this branch for a while. Roxanne will be your voice, but she will also be given another assignment.
Roxanne, you will lead the team to collect ten types of flowers without disturbing the bees. Remember, don't bother the bees. Do you guys understand?”
“Ya, Chairman!” answer them in unison.
After which, Stacy stared at Ark with a reluctant expression. Despite having a slight doubt, he finally ventured to ask.
“Are you going, Mister?”
“Yes. I will go along with Saito, Draco, Leon, and the 20 soldiers I choose. So in addition to the 30 soldiers who were with Kurona and Shirona, 50 soldiers would stay.
Moreover, there were still craftsmen, workers, and golden rose teams. Security of the branch headquarters is assured. Also ... I'll leave Finn here as a guard. Now he has broken through level 4, so everything must be fine.”
Hearing Ark's explanation, Stacy found it complicated. He obviously wanted to follow Ark, but also could not refuse the task from the man. Biting her lips, the woman asked again.
“Are you ... planning to go to the city where the main headquarters of Crux of Shadow is located, Mr?”
“Ya.” Ark nodded lightly.
“Isn't it dangerous?” stacy asked with a worried expression.
“Just because the place is dangerous, I'll go with a few people. Too many people actually do not hamper the journey, but it is clearly too conspicuous. The reason why I left Finn was also because of that.”
“Are you coming back soon?” ask Stacy.
“Uncertain. But I have my own plan. Besides, I'll take Huginn and Muninn. With their help, I can give instructions from far away.”
“Understanding.” Although reluctant, Stacy still smiled and nodded.
“Then you can go.”
“Ya, Chairman!” answer them in unison.
After they all left, Ark leaned on his chair. He glanced at a certain corner and said.
“Saito.”
“I'm here, Mr.”
Saito's figure appeared from the corner. It really seemed to merge with the shadow. He came closer and saluted. His eyes were always fixed on the chief, waiting for instructions from him.
“Twenty people that ... have you told them?”
“According to your order, Sir. Twenty of the most talented and ruthless warriors have been chosen. They have also received assignments and prepared themselves.”
“Have you told them the risk?” ask Ark.
“They all know it, Sir. They knew the risk of death was high, but did not plan to retreat at all. They were ready to die at any time for the Sword of Sufferings.”
Followers. Yes ... followers of Crux of Shadow who are thousands of ordinary people. Those who are lost and fooled by the Crux of Shadow. Not a member of the group, but a fanatical follower that makes it a hassle.
Ark itself did not mind killing people, whether it was dozens, hundreds, or even thousands. However, every time it killed, the young man had to have a clear reason. According to Ark himself, killing thousands of people just because they followed and believed in the Crux of Shadow was something that was hard to justify. So at this moment, he felt somewhat of a dilemma and full of doubts.
Ark took a long breath. He looked towards Saito and asked him.
“How about you?”
Hearing the question, Saito fell silent for a moment. What Ark meant was very clear, whether Saito was ready to die or not. Although Ark had estimated the number of enemies, being surrounded by several generals or meeting with enemy leaders could be fatal to Saito. Therefore, the chairman asked that question.
“I'm ready, but ..” Saito looked doubtful.
“What's up?”
“Can you promise me to look after Nami if I don't make it back, Mister?”
Grunting that, Ark stared towards Saito. Seeing the sincere expression on the man's face, he nodded.
“I will take good care of him in case of accident. But you have to remember. Since you have a good reason to come back, you should try your best. Be sure to go home and not make her sad.” Ark smile.
“I understand, Sir!” saito replied with a determined expression.
“Then you can go.”
“Understanding.”
Seeing Saito leaving, the smile on Ark's face slowly disappeared. The young man leaned against his chair, staring at the scene outside the window in silence.
***
Two days later.
In the outer area of the flower garden, more than twenty people gathered. They were all wearing black robes, black masks, carrying weapons and bags.
“Hey, Boss! Why don't we take more honey when killing the queen bee?”
The black-robed figure but was more conspicuous than the other people because of his size asked in a confused tone. Yes, he is Leon who is now going along with Ark as well as the other comrades.
Before leaving, Ark decides to kill the old bee queen. He also took enough honey so that the bees did not choose to leave the place.
“You better shut up, Leon. Whatever the chairman does, there must be a reason behind it. If you don't understand, you better shut up. That way, no one will know that you are so stupid.”
“Are you asking for a beating, Draco?!”
“Only because you have got miracle root, don't think I'll be afraid of you, Leon.”
The two looked at each other with fierce expressions. Looking at the scene, Saito was still sitting in his place quietly while closing his eyes. The other members had also gotten used to it, so chose silence. Ark himself was busy taking care of the honey he got and making some plans.
After resting in that place for some time, Ark who had prepared everything stood up. Glancing at his comrades, he then said.
“Time to continue the journey. Destination ..”
Ark's eyes flashed coldly.
“Making through the forest and getting to the next city!”
>> Connect.
