The Doomsday Lord: Starting as a Insect Queen-Chapter 291 - 189: Forest Elf Promotion (6k)_2

"That’s decided then, let’s ask him for his opinion; if he’s willing, let Shang Ji handle the interface."

Although it was a trivial matter for Bai Yi, it was of entirely different importance for that particular Lord.

At this moment, he was still unaware that a surprise was about to knock on his door.

And the instigator of this surprise was still happily playing with the firearm in hand, tirelessly testing it.

Even when it came time for lunch, she still felt somewhat reluctant to stop.

And she had made up her mind to later commission Bai Fa to tailor-make a set of firearms for her, as the current one was a bit too large for her height.

Of course, the recoil must be addressed!!!

She didn’t want to experience being "thrillingly blown away" in the physical sense again!

She sent the firearm back through spatial shipping, along with her improvement suggestions, and Bai Yi then began to enjoy her lunch, contemplating the upgrade of the Abnormal Object in the afternoon.

Meanwhile, back at the campsite in the Battle Zone, the Lord she had just mentioned was rather unsettled.

"What?!

Me? Join under Lord Fan Mao’s command?!

And Lord Landon, you too?!"

"Yes, you heard right, that’s exactly what’s happening.

Because of the generosity of your soldiers yesterday, you now have an opportunity."

The visitor was Landon I, who had already been half a dispatched subordinate of Bai Yi.

With the efficiency of witches, as soon as Bai Yi uploaded her ideas through the network, the witches had already started to mobilize.

With the Lord situated in a campsite within the Battle Zone, it wasn’t possible for the witches to visit directly.

And the easiest way to inform that Lord within the camp was through Landon I, a fellow Lord.

This was the reason behind Landon’s presence there.

It also served to let both dispatched subordinates know each other sooner, to avoid any discrepancies in cooperation.

"However, before officially joining and obtaining more information, you need to sign a Contract.

This Contract holds a special Compulsion, one that I cannot defy, and I suggest you read it carefully.

It outlines the sacrifices you need to make and the corresponding rewards."

He felt as if he had been struck by a surprise and momentarily felt a mental short-circuit.

He did indeed have the initial idea of signing the Contract without careful observation, but Landon’s reminder calmed him down, and he began to read the Contract in detail.

After reading the Contract, he finally understood why he was seen as valuable by Fan Mao.

According to the Contract, he must cooperate with Fan Mao to design those special model firearms and guide Fan Mao’s subordinates in learning modern firearm combat skills.

And he was chosen only because he had already had some prior exposure, making him a semi-informed person.

And it was because of the generous knowledge contributed by his soldiers that he was selected.

Even the Contract’s subsequent plan for him was particularly simplistic, containing only a brief "collect certain materials for Fan Mao when necessary."

He would need to gather certain items that he was already collecting regularly, such as new species and knowledge.

And most importantly, he must keep all information related to Fan Mao confidential, not revealing anything to the uninformed without permission.

What he would gain included not only the right to use those firearms but also Fan Mao’s protection when needed, along with support from Fan Mao.

Such as help in terms of resources and Combat Power, and the authority to engage in deeper trade with Fan Mao.

This part was not elaborated on; likely it was like the earlier deliberately omitted terms and would only be disclosed once the Contract was signed.

Of course, the most crucial aspect of the Contract was probably that it provided him with a final safety net.

Should he ever lose his lordship due to some uncontrollable risks, Fan Mao would serve as the last refuge.

However, the cost associated was blacked out, without detailed descriptions.

Having a major supporter to rely on, even though currently he might only be holding onto a leg’s hair, already alleviated most of his concerns.

—Even though the region was currently peaceful, he could see the number of Lords listed in the rankings, and those disappearing names had already proven that this game for Lords was not safe.

It was only by clinging to these high-order Lords that he could maintain temporary peace inside White Poplar City.

If something unexpected happens in the future, this Contract could also serve as his last resort after losing his lordship.

"I’ve finished reading; I’m sure, I want to sign this Contract!"

Having said this, he took the quill handed by Landon and signed his lordly name, Youming.

Feeling certain restrictions apparently starting to bind him, Youming knew that the Contract was now in effect.

"Very well, since you’ve signed it, please send a group of people back to the area before two o’clock this afternoon to fulfill your obligations in the Contract.

The witches are always quick to act; don’t keep them waiting eagerly.

Once your people randomly wander into an unoccupied area back in the zone, a witch will find them.

Oh, by the way, witch is the official term for those Kemonomimi, and they will be the soldiers you’ll most often encounter working under Fan Mao.

Now that my task is complete, I shall take my leave, good luck."

It wasn’t until Landon had already walked off that Youming collected his bearings, looking at the Contract in his hands, feeling as if he were dreaming.