"Long Yi, Long Er."
As Clay secretly departed, Carl summoned Long Yi and Long Er.
Though the two were still young, they were already able to share some of her burdens. It was a good time to find something for them to do, lest they go wild once Clay left.
"How are those children doing?"
"Please rest assured, Lady Carl. They have all gained a basic grasp of the Five Elements Fist. Under Lord Clay's guidance, they often train against all kinds of wild beasts in the forest."
"Though they are still somewhat weaker than ordinary pirates, the gap is no longer great."
Long Yi methodically reported everything he knew. He was far more mature than Long Er.
"Your burden may grow heavier from here on."
Carl pondered for a moment. She was considering whether this would work; assigning this matter to the two of them should not draw too much attention.
"I need you two to secretly purchase children between the ages of five and ten on Hachinosu."
After thinking it over, she felt that time was what they had the most of at the moment. There was still a long time before the story began.
So children under five would work as well, and they would be easier to cultivate loyalty in.
"Of course, children under five are acceptable too."
"Most importantly, this plan must be carried out in secret. No one can discover it."
Carl paused, wanting to hear what Long Yi and Long Er thought.
When Long Yi saw Lady Carl looking at him, his little eyes darted around as though he were thinking. Then, a wise look appeared in them.
This was the first time Lady Carl had assigned them a task. Not only did they have to do it well, they had to hand