They all call me Great Master-Chapter 428 425: Dangling the Carrot in Front of Their Eyes!

Under the Bell Tower, the "Storm Sword" Deljo was introducing the main members of his adventure team to Arthur—

Apart from the deputy team leader-cum-archaeologist Adi, whom he had already met, the team also included the chef and secondary attacker Pruitt, the riddle solver-cum-mysticist Edwina, and her younger sister Little Winna.

And it was Little Winna that Arthur was most interested in.

She was actually a decryptor and mechanism cleaner.

Riddle solvers and decryptors may seem similar, but they are actually two completely different professions.

The former solves puzzles encountered during adventures.

And the latter?

They unravel secrets hidden within the text, symbols, or images found in ruins.

Usually, these roles are filled by highly educated scholars.

"Little Winna has a special talent; not only can she sense danger, but she can also detect some hidden information within texts, symbols, or images, which is why she is one of the most reliable people in our team,"

"Storm Sword" Deljo said, noticing Arthur's curiosity, and immediately explained.

The praise from the team leader made Little Winna lift her head proudly.

Although she was already seventeen years old, she looked almost like a child, especially her stature, which made her seem no older than seven or eight.

'Affected by her Talent?'

Arthur guessed, his smile growing warmer.

The young "Spirit Medium" then said—

"I acknowledge Deljo's strength. You are Deljo's team members, his partners. If Deljo is willing to trust you, I am also willing to give you a corresponding level of trust.

Moreover, once you have completed three adventure missions for me, as compensation, you can keep a part of the items you've obtained during each adventure, aside from the necessary items that must be handed over. You can exchange this portion of the items with me for Gold Coins, secret technique knowledge, or Rituals.

If that's not enough, you can use what you get from the next adventure to exchange.

And if that's still not enough, I will allow you to borrow from me with the lowest interest rate.

All these can be written into the contract."

Upon hearing Arthur's words, the eyes of "Storm Sword" Deljo and everyone in the adventure team brightened.

They had initially thought that even if they were lucky enough to survive, they would probably end up working for nothing.

But to think that they only needed to complete three adventure missions.

And afterwards, they could actually obtain a portion of the spoils of war.

More importantly, they could exchange these spoils for secret technique knowledge and Rituals.

You see, the Spirit Medium from South Los before them was none other than a real "Entrant", and one of the strongest among them at that.

Even, one didn't know when they might become an "Ascend Steper".

To exchange for secret technique knowledge or Rituals from such an existence was simply unimaginable for an ordinary person.

And they could?!

Instantly, everyone in Deljo's adventure team felt as if happiness had come knocking on their door.

"Can I exchange for 'Cat Faction' secret techniques?"

Little Winna raised her hand and asked.

The rumors about Arthur being the contemporary "Black Cat" have been progressively acknowledged overtime, along with the strength Arthur has been showing.

As for the members of the adventure team, they, of course, had heard such rumors.

However, Little Winna's question changed the expressions of "Storm Sword" Deljo and the others, with her sister Edwina even chiding her.

"Little Winna!"

All present were not rookies who had just entered the "Mystic Side".

They were very aware of the importance of secret techniques.

Each school and family treated their secret techniques like precious treasures, associated with severe punishments—any coveters would face relentless pursuit and execution.

Therefore, the adventure team members' complexions changed dramatically.

They surely didn't want to face danger again, having just dodged calamity.

Arthur, on the other hand, waved his hand gently.

"You can.

However, if you exchange for 'Cat Faction' secret techniques, Little Winna you must live as a member of the 'Black Cat Faction.' Also, you will need to sign a new contract.

And your future children will also be members of the 'Black Cat Faction'."

Arthur said with a smile on his face.

"Is that so?"

Little Winna looked hesitant, obviously unsure about giving up her current identity as an adventurer in order to adopt the identity of the 'Black Cat Faction'.

But the other members of the adventure team had no such hesitation.

They were all excited!

Cat Faction!

Originating from the renowned Cat Hole!

Whether it's the rumors about the former "Black Cat" of "Cat Faction.Hei" or the legends of the Golden Lion Cat from the "Cat Hole," they were enough to make one yearn for them.

Even "Storm Sword" Deljo, with his "Great Arcana Level" power, was tempted, albeit slightly.

Compassion!

Tolerance!

The kind and tolerant South Los "Spirit Medium" captured the hearts of most members of the exploration team at that moment.

As for "Storm Sword" Deljo, who was merely slightly tempted?

Arthur glanced at him imperceptibly and whispered—

"The 'Entry-level Atlas' can also be exchanged!"

"What?!"

"Storm Sword" Deljo exclaimed in shock.

Afterward, the "Storm Sword" knelt on one knee.

"To serve you is my honor!"

"Storm Sword" Deljo knelt.

Deljo's team members and partners also knelt down in turn.

"To serve you is my honor!"

Each one said the same.

Even Little Winna mumbled along beside her sister in a daze.

For this girl with an extraordinary Talent, whose intelligence and emotions were affected by it, she had no idea what she was saying.

In any case, in her mind, since everyone was shouting, it must be right for her to join in too, right?

Looking at the people kneeling before him, Arthur's lips curved into a smile.

Wasn't this an excellent opportunity to strongly motivate them?

Arthur was well aware that garnering the loyalty of "Storm Sword" Deljo's exploration team was just the first step; the key lay in the second step.

He needed this exploration team to serve him, not to be listless and underperform.

Therefore, he offered the incentive of a share in the profits for completing three exploration missions for him.

To make this incentive more alluring, Gold Coins, secret technique knowledge, and Rituals were all used as bargaining chips!

If that wasn't enough?

Would the "Cat Faction" suffice?

Would the "Entry-level Atlas" suffice?

It was enough!

Under the lash of the whip, oxen and horses will move forward, but if you dangle a carrot in front of them, there's no need for the whip—they will start running on their own.

If you give them proper care, they will run even faster.

For example: providing them housing in South Los.

For example: introducing them to husbands and wives in South Los.

For example: enrolling their children in schools he runs.

Death Warriors?

No, no, no!

This is just an ordinary exploration team.

After all, the Gold Coins they want to exchange still need to be earned by them.

The secret technique knowledge and Rituals they desire?

The same applies.

It's all just a straightforward transaction.

Arthur, smiling, helped the members of his exploration team to their feet and began to sign contracts.

He put everything he had just promised into the contract.

Each person signed their name.

Watching the contract emit a shimmering glow as it took effect, the atmosphere inside the tent became more relaxed, and everyone's relationship quickly closed the distance by a large margin.

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"Boss, about that relic on the beach..."

"Shh!"

Little Winna asked curiously, but Arthur raised his right hand, put his index finger to his lips to signal her, and then whispered quietly—

"3, 2, 1..."