Amber Sword-Chapter 620 - 59 Acts: King of the Underground (10) (1 Update)
Ben smiled: "You can’t escape now, but that may not be the case in the future. An old warrior like you, once recovered, won’t be easily stopped by ordinary people." He didn’t say everything; because it was impossible for Ben to leave two Golden Powers in the mine just to guard one person.
The newborn territory was about to go through its most difficult period. At this moment, including himself, the four Golden Powers were his most important reliance. Ben understood that due to his knowledge of this world, he might not have to worry about having capable subordinates in the future, but now was definitely not the time to squander resources—
Kulan placed one hand on his sword but then released it. The old man vaguely sensed that this young man was somewhat interested in his proposal, otherwise, he wouldn’t have talked so much with him.
He asked calmly, "Since that’s the case, what do you think we should do?"
Ben pondered for a moment before speaking, "What’s the name of the clerk in the mining area?"
Kulan was taken aback, unable to keep up with the leap in thoughts. He didn’t understand why the topic had shifted to that noble’s clerk but still answered, "Ogins."
"Ogins from the Sicoval Family?"
"Do you know him?" Kulan squinted his eyes, instinctively sensing the identity of the young man—this must be a young noble, as ordinary people wouldn’t be so familiar with noble genealogies.
Like the well-informed people in the Royal Capital might know the names of the nobles above them, but outside Kerkova, they wouldn’t necessarily know the nobles from other provinces.
However, Ogins was one of the younger generation of Countess Rangdel, and within Jandener Province belonged to the Gruding tier. Of course, Ben must have heard of him. Moreover, although he wasn’t very famous at this time, once the old nobles gradually aged and passed away, players would have to deal with these young nobles.
Ben remembered that this guy later became the lord of the Silman Region, but didn’t expect him to be a clerk in Shafren Mine right now. He immediately realized that the silver mine was, after all, the heartland of Count Rangdenier, and it was likely that Ogins started gaining the count’s trust from here.
He secretly thought to himself, thinking that this kid’s bright future was probably going to be ruined by his own actions. But following the spirit of "better you than me," he could only say ’Sorry’ in his heart.
"I’ve heard he’s a by-the-book kind of guy." Ben probed.
"That evaluation sounds really nice," Kulan raised his eyebrows, "It would be better to say he’s timid and incompetent." He mocked unceremoniously. The fact that Ogins had cost him a team of subordinates still made the old man resentful: "You nobles always like to sugarcoat things."
After speaking, he gave Ben a provocative look.
Ben didn’t care about the old man’s probing, secretly pondering. Based on Kulan’s evaluation of Ogins and his understanding of him, the young clerk, for the sake of his own future, would probably try his best to suppress the unrest in the mine and would not send someone to inform Sir Pallas.
This way, they would have plenty of time to find a way to the surface. Whether or not to have this elderly sword master lead the way didn’t really affect his plan.
But looking at Kulan, another idea formed in his mind. He certainly didn’t want a Golden Power returning to Count Rangdenier’s side, but how to retain him was a problem.
Judging by Kulan’s attitude, he didn’t seem entirely devoted to Count Rangdenier; otherwise, he wouldn’t be here negotiating with them. Still, it was clear that the old man had some knightly spirit, making it unlikely for him to surrender easily, especially when Ben himself didn’t have much power.
But after thinking for a moment, Ben had a plan.
He replied, "Then, please come with us to Fir City temporarily. After this period, either a month or half a year at most, I’ll naturally let you return."
In Fir City, he certainly wouldn’t mind assigning one or two Golden Powers to guard this sword master.
"Half a year?" Kulan squinted his eyes, "If I don’t appear in the mining area for a long time, it will raise suspicions. Aren’t you worried about the news leaking out?"
Ben thought this old fox was really sly, but fortunately, he had considered this: "It doesn’t matter, you were seriously injured in the earthquake, weren’t you? Naturally, you need some time to recuperate. I think Ogins will understand—"
