MTLNOVEL Chapter 1020: Why Are They So Annoying?
On the screen, Lilith sat gracefully in a high-backed chair, wearing a midnight blue satin gown, holding a white porcelain teacup, and took a small sip.
Her eyes glanced over here, and upon seeing Wu Heng, a faint, almost imperceptible smile appeared on her lips.
"Looking for me?" Wu Heng asked, holding up his phone.
Lilith set down the teacup with a slight clink and said, "There are some matters at headquarters that I should discuss with you."
"Hold on a second!" Wu Heng quickly returned to the living room and sat on the sofa, placing his phone on the coffee table.
Xiao Xiao operated the puppet, tiptoeing to rest her chin on the back of the sofa, also appearing in the frame.
"Is there any important news from headquarters?" Wu Heng asked.
Lilith said, "The Gold and Silver Island newspaper has been delivered to headquarters, and now everyone knows that Viola has become a hero, prompting the leaders to hold a meeting."
"What do the leaders say?" Wu Heng was curious about their stance.
"The religious leaders propose new regulations to restrict the training of heroes on Gold and Silver Island."
As soon as she finished her sentence, Wu Heng said, "I suggest we restrict The Holy Court as well. They're really annoying."
Xiao Xiao echoed, "Exactly! Restricting their eating and drinking."
"Let me finish," Lilith rolled her eyes, one big and one small, and continued, "This proposal was never passed; the promotion of professionals is inherently free, and Hadara would never allow such regulations."
"The association is still fair and just," Wu Heng chimed in with praise.
Lilith continued, "But the association has added a new 'Member Code of Conduct,' stating that members above the level of Steward cannot sign personal dependency contracts in any form."
Wu Heng raised an eyebrow.
Xiao Xiao asked, "What does that mean?"
Lilith explained, "It means that the headquarters restricted the high-level professionals from joining Gold and Silver Island."
"Oh! It's definitely the religious leaders saying so," Xiao Xiao said indignantly.
"Actually, it's not. The proposer is 'Claudio.'" Before Xiao Xiao could ask who he was, Lilith quickly added, "The Hongwen Association Leader."
"Isn't he on our side?" Xiao Xiao's tone was filled with surprise.
"The rapid hero training on Gold and Silver Island indeed worries him about potential issues," Lilith explained.
The Hongwen Association Leader!
In the entire association, besides Lilith, Wu Heng had a good relationship with the Hongwen Association Leader.
When tensions arose between Gold and Silver Island and The Holy Court, he even went to the Holy Hall himself to mediate the conflict.
Of course, it was clear that his main interest was to maintain peace.
He intervened to save the previous religious leader, 'Saidu,' during a pursuit.
The decision must be due to concerns about Gold and Silver Island's quick rise, overshadowing the association and the Elf Race.
"It's fine, the association has its own plans," Wu Heng said indifferently.
In fact, there were no intentions to train high-level professionals within the association anyway.
Lilith nodded and asked, "So, how do you plan to train heroes moving forward?"
"Currently, there's indeed no good solution. We'll see if any high-level professionals outside the association are willing to join!" Wu Heng said helplessly.
"Be mindful of their identities, and don't bring any strange people in," Lilith advised.
"Got it!" Wu Heng replied.
Having finished that discussion, Lilith continued, "Regarding the card issue, are you interested in collaborating with the association?"
"Not yet!"
Lilith nodded, and that topic ended there. She continued, "The Holy Court has agreed to release 'Liz,' at the cost of three Level 2 Merits, and the association cannot use 'Liz' to investigate The Holy Court."
This matter had already been intercepted by the radio station with identical information.
"As long as we can get her out, we've done our utmost," Wu Heng said.
"For the Level 2 Merits, The Holy Court needs Gold and Silver Island to supply the corresponding radio tools," Lilith continued, sipping her tea.
"That's doable! As long as she is safely delivered, I can give them the radio," Wu Heng agreed.
Lilith nodded, "I will stay at headquarters a while longer and bring Liz with me to Gold and Silver Island when she is escorted over," Lilith said softly.
Mini brought a cup of fruit tea, and Wu Heng took it and took a sip, leaning forward slightly, "What has the new religious leader been up to lately?"
Lilith tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and pondered before replying, "He rarely voices his opinions, usually only speaking when it comes to matters between you and Gold and Silver Island. Hadara is wary of further conflicts and is balancing your issues."
Wu Heng chuckled, "Leader Hada Lai has worked hard."
"That's his job. The Sword of Justice represents fairness and authority. If he could take it easy, the title wouldn't be worth much," Lilith commented calmly.
Wu Heng smiled, knowing he couldn't criticize the Sword of Justice.
He then asked, "The religious leader, is there any new action from him recently?"
"A new move?" Lilith swirled the porcelain cup and said, "He said he plans to return to the Holy Hall, but the specifics are unclear. It likely doesn't concern you."
It seemed Lilith didn't have more information.
If she did, she would have hinted something to him.
The two continued discussing matters about Gold and Silver Island and the Blood Clan's territory and soon ran out of topics.
Since Xiao Xiao was accompanying them from the back, it wasn't a good time to say anything too personal.
After a two or three second pause.
Lilith said, "Alright, I don't have anything else to discuss. Give the phone to Xiao Xiao."
Wu Heng handed the phone back, and Xiao Xiao gleefully said, "Sister! I'll take you to see the new church, it's grand and impressive."