Cave Association

Upon hearing the name "Trier Cave Association" and their invitation to "Rat" and "Christo", Lumian was not confused at first, but thought of the secret map of Underground Trier that he had seen at Gardner·Martin.

The upper part of the map was as detailed as if someone had sneaked into the municipal department and copied it from the original data.

Now, Lumian is a little doubtful whether it was leaked from "Trier Cave Association".

This seemingly private organization has a large number of Cave researchers. Some of them are either employees of the municipal department or expert consultants. They have sufficient access to confidential exploration and construction data. There are even some people who participated in the municipal renovation decades ago. They are witnesses of opening up various Tunnel and strengthening all Quarry Cavern.

Their understanding of Underground Trier can be said to be very deep.

Lumian looked at "Rat" Christo and asked thoughtfully, "You really don't know why they invited you to join the club?"

"Rat" Christo said with a smile, "I have some guesses, but I'm not sure.

"Charles, they won't find out that I am the smuggling leader, right?"

As a "businessman" who has long used Underground Trier's Concealment properties to smuggle alcoholic beverages, weapons and ammunition, Christo's knowledge of different Tunnels, remote Mines, underground tombs, and remaining secret rooms is no worse than that of most members of "Cave Association", and he even has some secret routes unknown to others.

Moreover, his nickname is "Rat", which is the real "Beast Tamer". With the help of his animal friends, his "tentacles" can extend to many areas that humans cannot reach.

Christo suspects that Cave Association likes her because of these qualities.

That's why he felt uneasy. Whether it was the identity of "Beast Tamer" in the extraordinary realm or the nature of a big smuggler, it was enough to send him to Judgement court. In the end, Termination would probably choose one of hanging, shooting, burning, beheading or becoming a low-level Experimental Subjects.

Lumian laughed:

"If those adventurers who joined Cave Association have not participated in smuggling and hidden Beyonder, I will not believe it."

"Yes." "Rat" Christo breathed out and said, "Cave Association Want to get some business from me?"

Lumian glanced at him and said, "So you should consult Boss about this matter instead of consulting me."

"Aren't you worried that Boss will take the opportunity to arrange some dangerous mission for me?" Christo lowered his voice and said with a flattering smile.

From the previous missions given by Gardner·Martin and the confidential map, this "Rat" was keenly aware that Boss was very interested in Underground Trier, extremely interested.

He felt that if he joined Trier Cave Association, Gardner·Martin, it would be possible for him to contact some people in the association, try Steal confidential information, or participate in research and adventure operations.

And that often means danger.

He consulted Lumian. In addition to feeling that this colleague was strong enough, knowledgeable enough, and quick-thinking, and might be able to provide some useful advice, the main thing was to find someone to shirk responsibility for in advance.

He has actually made up his mind to join Trier Cave Association, and Boss Gardner·Martin without telling Savoie Gang.

He was able to gradually grow from an ordinary member of Gang to Beyonder, and control the smuggling business of Savoie Gang, relying on two principles: first, try not to provoke those who are stronger than him, and only bully the weak. If he really can't do it, he will seek help from his colleagues and work together; second, never put all the chips in a gamble or on one person.

He had previously curried favor with Lumian, showing a certain degree of surrender, and was full of compliments. He valued his colleague Sequence for his rapid improvement, growing strength, and good mind. Befriending him might be able to save his life at a critical moment from the dangerous tasks given by Gardner·Martin.

Now, given the opportunity to join Trier Cave Association and get in touch with more forces and more powerful people, "Rat" Christo naturally doesn't want to let it go. He doesn't want his network to be completely limited to Savoie Gang and Market District, if Gardner·Martin loses power one day, or is given a mission of Certain Death, he must have a new ship that can jump to Past and protect himself.

This matter must not be known to Gardner·Martin, but if it is discovered by chance, after the current consultation behavior, Christo can naturally push the problem to "Lion" Charles:

I, "Rat", am a rude and uncultured person. I deal with animals, coolies, and the dark Underground every day. I have little knowledge and limitations, and my mind is not very good. I like to ask Charles for advice when I encounter things. He told me that I can join Cave Association, saying that this is a very normal and personal matter.

Lumian looked at Christo, who had dark blue eyes and gray hair, with a half-smile. He did not answer his inquiry, but instead asked, "You have been an 'animal tamer' for a long time, right? Do you know what the next sequence is?"

Judging from the importance and care "Rat" attaches to his animal companions, even if he doesn't understand Acting Method, "Beast Tamer" Potion should be able to digest it.

"I don't know, Boss didn't tell me." Eyes of Christo was a little evasive.

Lumian chuckled and said, "As far as I know, the next Sequence of 'Beast Tamer' is the qualitative change Sequence. It will bring you all-round improvements, including giving you a longer life and a body that is easier to recover."

Before Christo could ask further questions, Lumian changed the topic:

"So, you must work hard to complete the tasks given by Boss and strive to obtain the corresponding rewards as soon as possible."

"Yes, yes." Christo agreed hastily.

Lumian then changed the topic back to the right track and asked with a smile, "Do you want to join Trier Cave Association?"

"Rat"Christo suddenly hesitated:

"I, I'm very curious about their purpose, and the person who came seemed very polite and kept smiling, but I always felt that his behavior was threatening me, yes, threatening!

"The one who was following him had no expression at all. He looked at me like I was looking at a dead person, a Criminal waiting to be Judgement!"

Curious...Lumian chuckled secretly, grasping the mentality and thoughts of "Rat".

He said "angry": "How dare you threaten our leader Savoie Gang, you must tell Boss about this!"

"No, no need!" Christo panicked, "Cave Association is a semi-official organization. We are just Gang. There is no need to conflict with them. This is of no benefit to you, me, or 'Red Boots' and other Savoie Gang members in Market District."

Lumian clicked his tongue silently, planning to add more firepower to force the truth out of "Rat".

At this moment, Sakota, who was guarding the stairs on the ground floor, walked up and said to Lumian, "Boss, there are two people who call themselves Trier Cave Association liaison officers who want to visit you."

People visiting me? Trier Cave Association visited me? Lumian glanced at Rat with his hands on the table, surprised and confused, "Rat" Christo leaned back in his chair and said to Sakota, "Please come up."

The two liaison officers of the Trier Cave Association are both young, wearing black formal suits and blue bow ties. One has brown hair and brown eyes, has many freckles, and has a reserved smile. The other has black hair and brown eyes, an expressionless face, and cold eyes.

The friendly liaison officer's eyes swept over "Rat" Christo and landed on Lumian's face.

He smiled and asked, "Good afternoon, is this Charles·Mr. Dubois?"

"Yes." Lumian was interested in seeing what Trier Cave Association wanted to do.

The liaison officer who just asked the question smiled in a condescending manner, "We are members of the Trier Cave Association, my name is Joseph, and this is my colleague Layan."

"We are visiting you to invite you to join our association. We just invited Mr. Christo who is standing next to you a few hours ago."

Lumian did not hide his emotions and asked funnyly, "What is it about me that you Cave Association appreciate?"

I'm not a smuggler, I often go to Underground Trier!

Do you still know that I have entered the fourth floor of Catacombs and taken the spring water from "Samaritan Woman Spring"?

Do you still know that I am a member of "Iron and Blood Cross Order" and control a series of Albert Mine and other Concealment crypts?

Joseph replied with a smile, "We have our own reasons. If you are willing to join our association, you will definitely know the specific reasons."

Layan, who was a little taller than Joseph, added coldly, "This is a good thing for you."

Lumian stared at the two people for a few seconds and laughed:

"I'm not interested in your association."

The expressionless Layan narrowed his eyes:

"I hope you won't regret it."

Joseph also smiled meaningfully and said, "You may not know what our Cave Association means in Trier.

"It's a pity that you missed this opportunity."

After saying that, the two turned around and prepared to walk towards the stairs leading to the bottom floor.

Looking at their backs, Lumian raised his head slightly:

"What exactly does Trier Cave Association want to do? This matter is definitely not simple...

"This may be an opportunity. If I offend Cave Association, Gardner·Martin probably won't let me stay in Market District...

"My current task at 'Iron and Blood Cross Order' is to investigate the secrets of the Sauron Family Decay and explore Underground, to find the entrance to Fourth Epoch and Trier. It has nothing to do with whether I stay in Market District...

"As long as you are out of Market District, you are out of sight of 'Loki'. You can turn into darkness and wait patiently...

"In that case, I don't know if I can continue to enjoy the profit share of Breeze Ballroom...

"If something goes wrong, leave immediately 'Teleportation'..."

As his thoughts were spinning, Lumian suddenly knocked on the coffee table in front of him.

In the sound of "dong dong dong", he looked at the figures of Joseph and Layan, raised the corners of his mouth, and asked calmly, "Who allowed you to leave?"