At the office desk, the man diligently working didn't leave his position even when a guest arrived. He continued writing on and off on the files in his hand, constantly reviewing various documents and coordinating domestic resources.
Beside him stood a female elf with golden hair and jade-green eyes; she was his secretary, Yue Leina.
Regarding Hans's appearance, Secretary Yue Leina held a hint of hostility and displeasure, saying:
"Dear guest, I hope that next time you visit, you can adhere to etiquette and knock on the door first."
"Sorry, I definitely will next time." Hans apologized while walking closer to Ming Dalak.
Yue Leina originally wanted to say more, but upon seeing that the master she served showed no sign of annoyance, she gradually restrained her dissatisfaction and knowingly changed her tone:
"We warmly welcome the guest's arrival. I will go prepare some red tea now."
After speaking, Yue Leina left the room.
Before leaving, Yue Leina set up a barrier to prevent sound from leaking, leaving only Ming Dalak and Hans inside.
Only then did Ming Dalak put down the pen in his hand and looked at Hans,
"Is there something you need?"
"This, can it be dealt with like last time?"
Hans placed a piece of the green Racial Essence from the Plant Clan on Ming Dalak's office desk.
"No problem. I'll help you dispose of it, and the money obtained will be used for military expenses. I will record this in the account as support from the Plant Clan for us."
Ming Dalak put the Plant Clan's Racial Essence into a square box and casually placed it under the desk.
Hans found a chair on his own, sat backward on it, and placed both hands on the chair's back.
"The theft of the Racial Essence has already been exposed, I really don't know where the problem lies.
Perhaps, the human who used the Plant Clan's Racial Essence noticed something, and while I was not paying attention, discreetly told other members of the Plant Race Council.
Otherwise, they should trust me greatly as a senior member of the Plant Race Council."
"Is that so?" Ming Dalak responded.
"Well, being discovered is no big deal. I had already prepared for this exposure one day. As long as the plan can be perfectly executed, I have no regrets." Hans Morning Glory smiled broadly.
"What are you planning to do next?" Ming Dalak asked.
"That depends on what the Prime Minister wants me to do." Hans smiled.
Ming Dalak pondered for a moment before slowly speaking: "Then stay by my side, coincidentally, we might be short-handed here."
"Understood, feel free to instruct me on anything."
As soon as Hans finished speaking, a knock on the door sounded.
The elf secretary, Yue Leina, who had just left, walked into the room with the red tea, preparing a good cup of tea for Hans and Ming Dalak.
Afterward, she took out a Crystal Ball and handed it to Ming Dalak, reporting:
"Prime Minister, General Dongmu requests communication, he has been waiting for quite a while."
Under Ming Dalak's instruction, Yue Leina connected the communication, and the Crystal Ball immediately displayed Dongmu's honest face, laughing heartily:
"Yo, Ming Dalak, long time no see. It's really difficult to meet with you.
Let's skip the small talk; I'll get straight to the point.
The front line at the border has been mostly reclaimed; everything went surprisingly smoothly.
Seems like they've set up defenses on the Selovomen Plain, waiting for us to crash into them.
Humans truly are a formidable race, deserving of their long preparations for this war.
To reclaim lost ground this quickly, all thanks to that kid's valiant combat, which also provided us with numerous battle strategies and trained our soldiers.
Unfortunately... he likely won't be standing with us.
At least we confirmed with you.
Initially, upon hearing he was sent by you, I gave him considerable support, allowing him to achieve many battle merits; he is completely different from those incompetent nobles.
And because you recommended him, I thought he was wholeheartedly on our side...
Now, I can only say it's a pity."
Ming Dalak, expressionless, said, "I have heard of his performance.
To be honest, I initially didn't think he could achieve this level.
In less than a year, such accomplishments have exceeded our expectations.
At first, I had many concerns, but his achievements have silenced me.
His considerations align with mine. To say those words before the Luo Ze Empire shows his courage and insight.
Furthermore, it's due entirely to his efforts that His Majesty's ailment is cured.
Such a human, to assist us without reservation, perhaps he is elite among elites in the Luo Ze Empire's Peace Faction."
"But I heard he came from the Kafezaro Desert, which is Sethis Kingdom."
"Avoiding battle lines and misleading others is common.
Investigated a bit about him, Yang Yu, Bai Jin; I remember these names, they seem to have saved an elf and were rewarded by a certain commerce guild, which happens to be the one buying the Plant Clan's Racial Essence.
They traveled from the Luo Ze Empire, entered Sethis, and under the guise of helping an elf return home, rightfully entered Wansheng Country, and took the Plant Clan's Racial Essence along the way ... The most update n0vels are published on novel-fire.net
This is the current hypothesis."
As he spoke, Ming Dalak glanced at Yue Leina, who bowed her head and said: "Currently, only Sethis's matters have been investigated, my other sister, Black Reina, a member of the S-Class adventure group [Dark Charm], has yet to find more information about him."
Ming Dalak said: "Notify me immediately of any subsequent intelligence."
Yue Leina answered: "Understood."
Dongmu first folded his arms, then pinched his chin, saying:
"Where he precisely comes from, put that aside. Ming Dalak, is the Memory Crystal ready?"
"It's ready, sent to your side."
"Not sure what that kid intends to do with so many valuable things. Hope he can contribute more to the winter operations, but not excessively, so as not to disrupt our plans."
"Regarding this, don't worry. I have already prepared a solution.
Now what's to focus on... is the moves of our former collaborators.
I previously refused their request.
Though I assured them the war would continue for a while, they seem to sense our unwillingness to cooperate and have directly turned hostile.
It's hard to imagine what they will do to sustain this extended war." Ming Dalak's eyes showed a hint of concern.
Dongmu encouraged him with a smile: "Let that creepy bunch do as they please!
You are this country's Prime Minister; what you do is understood by some, at least I understand.
Returning to that kid, though feeling a bit reluctant to recommend him now, his accumulated military merits are considerable... is it..."
Ming Dalak said: "I have to consult His Majesty and General Ajiket about this."