"The information on the Fuan Great United Territory says that more than sixty percent of its people are infected with the Blood Plague. The territories farther downriver likely have even higher numbers. To be safe, Old Lu, take the fleet downstream and return along the southern coast of the New Continent."
"What about you?" Lu Yongyi did not refuse outright. Instead, a trace of caution appeared in his eyes.
After working together day and night for the past three months, the two were no longer as unfamiliar with each other as before.
Especially after several battles, the dangers they had faced between life and death had rapidly brought them closer.
He knew very well that this commander, who had never led troops before, was not reckless.
On the contrary, he was extremely wise.
Among countless choices, he could always find the best one for the situation at hand.
Even after reviewing his decisions afterward, it was difficult for anyone else to find fault with them.
"Me?"
"Don't worry about me. I'm going to study this Blood Plague. I have a feeling that a world-ending disaster may strike in the near future, and its source will be this Blood Plague we've underestimated!" Su Mo leaned against the back of his chair and explained softly.
"You don't need to send anyone with me, either. Without anyone else knowing, the best choice is to conceal my whereabouts. That way, I'll have more room to act."
"I see. But how will you get back?" Lu Yongyi was somewhat shaken.
These days, he had been handling everything related to the Blood Plague. Naturally, he understood its danger better than anyone else aboard the ship.
Although, for now, the Inhibitor had prevented it from completely turning him into a killer that took human lives,
it was