(Yi Zui had updated two chapters these past few days and hadn't missed any updates. The chapter from the day before yesterday was actually two chapters; Yi Zui just hadn't split it into two. The word count was correct.)
For Xiao Ran, choosing not to join Mithril and instead carry out Main Mission Two independently had already become inevitable. Since Mithril had rejected his proposal, its several bases scattered across the world would inevitably become prime targets for attacks by the evil faction, especially participants aligned with Amalgam—a target practically laid out for them to strike.
With Amalgam leading the way, an organization that played by no rules, used ruthless methods, and recruited people without caring about their pasts or character, dealing with the self-important Mithril would be a piece of cake. As long as they launched simultaneous attacks on Mithril's various bases, they could inflict devastating losses in the blink of an eye.
Judging by Amalgam's methods, they could easily gather a group of truly capable fighters and recruit participants whose combat abilities surpassed those of this world.
Mithril, meanwhile, had always believed it should remain beneath the surface. While upholding justice, it also imposed strict standards on itself. Even when recruiting personnel, it strictly followed evaluation and recommendation procedures. For participants of the justice faction who knew little about this world, there was practically no direct channel through which to come into contact with Mithril.
Xiao Ran had only been able to cooperate with Mithril because of his understanding of both this world and Mithril itself. Participants with a justice inclination were generally more prudent and cautious when faced with choices, and they adhered to certain principles in how they handled matters. Put simply, they were somewhat constrained and unable to act freely. Under such circumstances, it was