Tusk
When Xiao Ran heard Athrun call the other man's name, he was briefly dazed, thinking Athrun had said Stark—the Iron Man from the Marvel Universe. But after only a moment's pause, he smiled and nodded at the man.
Xiao Ran knew of Tusk as well. Though he had forgotten his name, he remembered some things about him. Tusk should have been the male lead of Rondo of the Angel and Dragon. As far as Xiao Ran was concerned, the man had rather good luck with women, while his abilities could only be considered average.
After returning to Tusk's camp, Athrun introduced Xiao Ran to him. Tusk's eyes immediately lit up as though he had seen an idol, and he repeatedly said, "Hello, Lord Xiao Ran. Lord Xiao Ran, I'm very happy to meet you."
"There's no need to be so polite." Xiao Ran smiled and patted Tusk on the shoulder, making him feel greatly honored. Xiao Ran then asked, "Athrun told me you've been on this island for a long time. Why did you come to a place as desolate as this? Life here must be quite difficult."
Athrun nodded as well and said in agreement, "I told you long ago to come with me to Orb. With your abilities, you would definitely be put to good use there. Why waste your talent here?"
Xiao Ran looked at Athrun, who added, "Tusk is a very capable person. He also knows quite a bit about machinery."
Xiao Ran nodded. "I see. If even Athrun thinks you're capable, then that must be true. Tusk, I formally invite you to join Orb. I'll arrange the most suitable position for you based on your abilities. Are you willing?"
Tusk froze for a moment. Although Xiao Ran's invitation excited him, he still shook his