Chapter 236

This was just a brief mention, since the only people who really needed to hear it were the three from the Knights of the Round Table.

In this conference room, Rhodes Island operators made up the largest proportion, followed by Penguin Logistics, and finally the Knights of the Round Table.

All of what she said before was for the people in the Knights of the Round Table to hear.

It's just a formality. As for whether it can deepen cooperation with the Knights of the Round Table, that depends on whether Rhodes Island can gain their trust.

Anyway, the Chen below didn't seem to trust them very much.

"... That's pretty much all that Rhodes Island has been doing in Lungmen."

After speaking, Kal'tsit looked in the direction of Chen, Swire, and Hoshiguma, waiting for the three of them to ask questions.

"More or less, not much different from what we already know, just a bit more detailed."

As he flipped through the documents in his hand, Hoshiguma spoke to Chen.

"That's settled then... No other issues for now."

Chen nodded upon hearing Hoshiguma's words.

She couldn't offer much advice on this, since few Knights of the Round Table besides the three of them would pay attention to the Slums.

You mean Shirou?

Those are people from Penguin Logistics!

Moreover, Kal'tsit's explanation was very detailed, and with the intelligence held by the Knights of the Round Table, they naturally had no problems.

The meeting then ended, and everyone went back to work.

As Chen was tidying up all the documents from today's meeting, Kal'tsit on the stage suddenly said:

"Then next up is... Mr. Shirou Emiya."

"Huh? Hmm? Me?"

Shirou, who had just recovered from Kal'tsit's incomprehensible talk about data, was stunned for a moment, then pointed to himself and asked.

"Well, taking this opportunity, Rhodes Island... or rather, we'd like to have a word with you."

"Looking at Shirou's expression, "Kal'tsit said.

Now, let's get to the main point.

"Here?"

If Shirou remembers correctly, this should be the Knights of the Round Table's meeting room, right?

Is it really okay to use this page for private messaging?

"I need to go back to my ship for surgery soon, so I don't have much time. If the Knights of the Round Table feels this is inappropriate, we can go to Penguin Logistics for a detailed discussion."

"I don't need to guess what the other party is worried about," Kal'tsit said directly.

"You can talk right here! Don't make it seem like we're being petty."

Upon hearing Kal'tsit's words, Chen immediately agreed to her request.

Wouldn't it make the Knights of the Round Table seem stingy if they didn't lend it?

Damn it, I feel like this doctor has me completely under his thumb.

Besides these concerns, Chen was also very curious about what the two sides would talk about.

She knew that Shirou had a partnership with Rhodes Island, but it should only be the branch offices, not the headquarters, right?

Why does it seem like Rhodes Island is paying a lot of attention to Shirou?

Chen had vaguely noticed this since yesterday.

She was just busy directing the operation yesterday and didn't think too much about it.

Then, "Let's get straight to the point. Do we need a private conversation?"

After receiving permission from Chen, Kal'tsit then asked Shirou.

"Ah... just say it directly, it's okay."

Originally, Shirou wanted to agree, but unfortunately, two hands suddenly appeared on his shoulders, and Chen's gaze was quite piercing, so he had no choice but to give up.

It shouldn't be anything too private, right?

"I understand. I wonder what your opinion is on Rhodes Island, Mr. Shirou?"

After glancing at the four people behind Shirou and then at the somewhat piercing gazes from the Knights of the Round Table, Kal'tsit thought that Shirou seemed to be quite popular.

However, none of this concerns her.

Holding the terminal in her hand, Kal'tsit began her questioning.

"Just call me Shirou. And what are your thoughts on Rhodes Island?"

Shirou pondered the question for a moment.

Mercenary companies that employ child labor?

Shirou felt that if he dared to say that answer, he would definitely be beaten up by all the Rhodes Island operators present.

As for the other answers...

"Is it a pharmaceutical company that fights for the weak and oppressed, and strives to create a living space for those infected?"

He himself didn't have many impressions of Rhodes Island, and most of them were rather strange.

However, this was the only thing he remembered well, and it was one of the reasons why he had a good impression of Rhodes Island.

Helping the weak and punishing the strong... it's like being Hero of Justice, isn't that a good thing?

"What else?"

Upon hearing what the other person said, Kal'tsit then asked a question.

"Huh? Uh... a pharmaceutical company with armed forces?"

When pressed for an answer Shirou thought for a long time before giving his answer in a rather tactful way.

"..."

Upon hearing Shirou's answer, not only Kal'tsit and the people from Rhodes Island fell silent, but even the people from the Knights of the Round Table and Penguin Logistics were silent.

This child seems like a nice person, so why do they sometimes say such hurtful things?

218 Three forces vie for Shirou

The meeting room was quite quiet, with only Kal'tsit asking questions and Shirou answering them.

Kal'tsit's questions mostly revolved around the infected.

Shirou always answered the questions based on his first thought.

After a little joke, he would think for a long time before answering Shirou.

Forgive him; he had just gone through two brain-teasing segments, and the addition of a Q&A segment was also a bit troubling for him.

However, the other party also said that they had to rush back to perform surgery, and since it had been agreed upon beforehand, Shirou was answering their questions here.

"Um... what's the purpose of asking these questions?"

After Kal'tsit finished asking a question, Exusiai standing nearby, vaguely sensed that something was wrong.

This isn't a casual chat; it's more like a job interview!

Even the most clueless person should have noticed something was wrong by now, right? The three members of the Knights of the Round Table next to them, as well as Texas and Sora, were giving them very dangerous looks!

No, Croissant! Croissant up! We'll need you to clear the way later!

Noticing that Croissant seemed to be the only one Croissant who didn't realize the seriousness of the problem, Exusiai only keep giving him hints.

If a fight breaks out, Penguin Logistics will only have Croissant to hold them off!

"... There's nothing special about it. After all, Shirou has a medical partnership with our Rhodes Island office in Lungmen, so it's only natural for me, as the head of Rhodes Island's Medical Department, to show some concern, right?"

After leaving her evaluation of Shirou on the terminal in her hand, Kal'tsit also answered Exusiai's question.

As for the real purpose... it certainly won't be stated explicitly.

Having a constitution that prevents one from contracting Oripathy is not something that can be easily claimed.

"Oh... I see."

Exusiai thought Kal'tsit's explanation made a lot of sense.

After all, they are business partners, so it's perfectly reasonable to want to know about their situation.

That's understandable.

"Fool."

Texas snorted softly. If the other party just wanted to know about Shirou, then the questions should have revolved around Shirou.

But those questions were basically just asking for Shirou's opinion!

Given Shirou's sudden suggestion to go to Rhodes Island, Texas is certain that these people are definitely after Shirou.

As a result Exusiai was easily fooled, Croissant was completely out of the loop.

Texas resisted the urge to take Pocky and squinted in Kal'tsit's direction.

The main reason is that this is the Knights of the Round Table's meeting room, and food and drinks other than water are prohibited.

She didn't want to be caught red-handed and kicked out of the meeting room.

"Um... are the questions over?"

Feeling that something was amiss, Shirou began to consider whether he should leave the meeting room.

Although it was impolite to say it, he felt it would be dangerous to stay here any longer.

"One last question. Shirou, would you be interested in continuing your cooperation with Rhodes Island in another way? In return, we will provide better medical services to the children you have taken in."

After a series of assessments and evaluations, Kal'tsit confirmed that Shirou was indeed a perfect fit for Rhodes Island's cooperation standards.

Or should I say it's way too much?

Rhodes Island is indeed short of talent, but it doesn't accept just anyone.

Character and beliefs are the primary requirements. No matter how capable a person is, if their character is flawed, they will not be recruited.

Their goal is to improve the living conditions of those infected, not to make them more vulnerable.

However, that's a requirement for becoming a Rhodes Island operator; you don't need to worry about that when it comes to partners.

Although Kal'tsit offered to enhance the treatment of the children's Oripathy as a condition, this was a done deal after the office's equipment was upgraded.

In other words, regardless of whether Shirou accepts or rejects the proposal to deepen cooperation, Minmin and her team will still use the best treatment methods available in the office to treat the children.

But Shirou was unaware of these things, which is why she brought them up as a condition for exchange.

Of course, Rhodes Island would not treat Shirou unfairly, but based on the conversation just now and the information obtained earlier, Kal'tsit deduced that Shirou was the kind of person who would prioritize other people over herself.

Altruists... She's met many people, and naturally, she's seen plenty of this type. She knows how to deal with them and how to engage with such people.

"Dr. Kal'tsit..."

After Kal'tsit finished speaking, Amiya, who was behind her, pursed her lips and softly called out her name.

She was still somewhat hesitant, but Dr. Kal'tsit's words were not without reason.

Even if they don't come to Shirou, Shirou will come to them one day.

"Aha! I knew it!"

Then Exusiai pointed at Kal'tsit with an expression that said, "I knew it all along."

As for the others?

Having anticipated this, they rushed forward and dragged Shirou to the back, separating him from Kal'tsit and Amiya in front.

"... Um, it's not that serious, is it?"

Seeing the group guarding Amiya and Kal'tsit like they were protecting their food, Shirou couldn't help but find it amusing.

"You think you can be hooked just by a few words? Don't forget how you got into the Knights of the Round Table."

Chen, who was standing nearby, added that as someone who knew why Shirou had come to the Knights of the Round Table for an internship and later cooperated with the Knights of the Round Table, she was very clear about the dirty deal between Shirou and the two people above her.