Lloyd was startled to see Xiao Ran bring back the two people he had taken away. He leaned into the vehicle compartment to glance at the two still-unconscious men, then turned back to Xiao Ran in shock. "Why did you bring these two back? If these guys really start causing trouble, Technicians like us won't be able to handle them."
"It's fine. They probably won't remember what happened today." Xiao Ran curled his lips into a smile. "They took my Mental Shock twice in a row, then got hit by ZERO's GEASS and were forcibly ordered to forget today's events. Amnesia and concussion would be the least of it—their minds were severely damaged. They'll be very weak for some time, so they won't be much trouble. But losing such a long stretch of memories out of nowhere will definitely make them aware something is wrong. Coupled with their weakened state, I want them to be too afraid to act rashly, plagued by suspicion, unable to figure out what's happening, yet fully aware that they were attacked."
"And even if they didn't lose their memories and could remember everything that happened today, that would be fine. It would be even better if they managed to pass some information along."
Lloyd seemed to understand somewhat. "I don't know exactly what kind of effect this Mental Shock of yours has, but you want to use these two? Who exactly are they?"
"They're from a mercenary corps. Because of the Empire's current situation, they joined the Empire, and Emperor Charles gave them the designation of a Knights Order. But they probably have their own agenda and aren't truly on Charles's side. At most, this is mutual exploitation—they need the Empire's resources, while Charles needs their military strength."
"Have everyone keep a close watch on