Erasing Fear
Only the stubborn Buse Kan reluctantly nodded after the other two had agreed.
"Very good, sit down and talk."
William nodded in satisfaction; this unexpected success had put him in a very good mood.
"Yes, Spirit King."
Yuantangyuan clearly understood her position; now that her entire organization had decided to pledge allegiance to William, she would immediately regard him as their master.
Because she and the other Three Sages knew very well that once they acknowledged William as their master, the organization's policies could not be the same as before.
Previously, they could outwardly comply with but inwardly defy their nominal masters, the Japanese government, and selectively carry out their tasks.
That's because the Japanese government is weak and relies on the Lion King Agency, which makes them fearless.
But this new master was completely different; his strength made them dare not even entertain any extra thoughts.
If they dare to disobey in secret, their newly acknowledged master will surely send them to the River of Naihe in the underworld without hesitation.
"That's settled then. Your Lion King Agency is separating from Japan. Do you need our intervention?"
Now that they had become his subordinate forces, William began to extend goodwill towards them.
"No need, our involvement with the Japanese government has been reduced to a minimum in recent years."
"The work of separating them has already begun immediately by the Three Sages."
"I will also return directly to Japan tomorrow to assist the Three Sages with their disengagement efforts."
Yuantangyuan presented his story in an orderly manner.
As the head instructor of the Lion King Agency, her prestige among the students is no less than that of the Three Sages. With her help, the work can proceed more smoothly.
"Alright, let Natsuki go back to Japan with you tomorrow."
"And those who don't want to leave Japan, there's no need to force them."
William thought for a moment and added.
Such a large organization will inevitably have a few people who are already used to living in Japan, and forcibly bringing those people over would be a hassle.
"I understand, thank you for your kindness."
Yuantangyuan nodded gratefully.
Those rootless orphans are out of the question, but there are certainly many who still have parents and family members and are unwilling to leave.
She was just about to bring this up herself, but William suddenly remembered it and brought it up.
And so, the two briefly discussed the Lion King Agency's role on Island of Gen'ei.
Of course, William did most of the talking, with Yuantangyuan adding a few supplementary remarks.
However, judging from Yuantangyuan's increasingly radiant smile, it was clear that William's answer had satisfied her greatly.
"That's settled then, the three of you can stay here together tonight!"
"After you and Natsuki return later, Ento, we can discuss the details and the departure time for tomorrow."
"Is there anything else?"
After finishing his speech, William looked at Yuantangyuan's conflicted expression and said with some amusement.
Although he understood what Yuantangyuan was struggling with, he was in a good mood and couldn't help but tease the forest spirit.
"Call--!"
She took a deep breath, making Yuantangyuan's already bulging and proud chest appear even more magnificent, and then exhaled loudly.
"You haven't agreed to the guard's request yet!"
"This matter—!"
William deliberately dragged out the last syllable of his voice, and Yuantangyuan's heart jumped.
This person might use trust issues as an excuse to postpone this matter, wouldn't that leave us at a huge loss?
Yuantangyuan thought to herself with some trepidation.
In William's eyes, the ever-changing expressions on Yuantangyuan's face were quite interesting.
However, things should not be taken to extremes.
After enjoying the music for a while longer, he cleared his throat.
"So, who are the two guards you recommended?"
Having received a positive reply, Yuantangyuan dared not hesitate or be excited in the slightest; she immediately stood up from her chair.
Then she stretched out two slender, white hands, grabbed the back of her two disciples' collars, and pulled them up from their seats.
"Kozuki Sayaka!"
"Kishiryu Yukina!"
The two girls, somewhat dazed, stood up when Yuantangyuan called their names.
"From today onwards, my two most outstanding disciples will serve as your guards."
As his gaze swept over them, a handsome smile curved at the corners of William's lips.
"Great! I agree!"
"Eh--!"
Kishiryu Yukina and Kozuki Sayaka blinked, just as they were realizing what was happening, when suddenly a scream rang out.
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