114: Chapter development, plan divergence

Sewer Base.

Inside the office, after Uz explained the dosage for the Replenishing Potion.

Beruke didn't say a word, directly poured out the corresponding dosage of the potion, and swallowed it in one gulp.

“Hmm?”

Beruke had just swallowed it, and in less than three seconds, he felt the pain in his chest slowly lessen.

Although the injuries inside his body were not healed by this.

But Beruke, looking inward, could sense it.

His damaged Life Seed was slowly beginning to heal at a speed invisible to the naked eye.

Beruke noticed this, his gaze immediately changed slightly, and he turned to look at Uz.

“Phew… Thank you, Mr. Uz, this medicine is very effective.”

Beruke said sincerely, his original hostility towards Uz also quietly dissipated a bit.

“You’re welcome, my Guild Master.”

Uz chuckled, and the atmosphere between the two slowly softened.

“By the way, what did you want to see me about?”

Beruke’s expression became serious, and he went straight to the point.

Uz didn’t waste words either, asking directly.

“Although we discussed the distribution of merits yesterday.”

“However, the operational direction of the branch guild has not yet been clarified.”

“So, I want to know your plan, how exactly is it arranged?”

Hearing this, Beruke pondered for a moment.

He didn’t hide anything, and spoke his thoughts.

“It’s like this, I plan to…”

According to what Beruke said, he wanted to take a long-term approach and slowly develop the branch guild.

The reason for this was that the current members of the branch guild were not only few, only about twenty people.

Moreover, most of them were weak in strength, with half of the members being only Knight Squires.

As for Apprentice Knights, there were only seven.

Including Pete, there were only three Just Knights.

And as for Armed Knights, he was the only one.

Therefore, with such limited personnel strength.

Even if Beruke wanted to achieve quick success and make a big splash, he completely lacked the foundation and ability.

Hence, after careful consideration, he decided to first open a labor company.

From bottom to top, first gather a group of low-level individuals from the Commoner District.

For example, gangsters, pickpockets, ruffians… In short, as long as they had a little strength and no significant background, Beruke would recruit them.

Once the number of branch guild members increased, a quantitative change would lead to a qualitative change.

Beruke would then try to recruit stronger individuals, progressing step by step, thereby making the branch guild bigger and stronger… “Uz, what do you think of my plan?”

Beruke asked with a smile, his face full of confidence.

In his opinion, although his plan was not perfect.

It was currently the most suitable path for the development of the branch guild.

However, Uz, who was beside him, listened to his narration.

He couldn’t help but sneer, and said unceremoniously.

“To be honest, I think your plan… is indeed not very good.”

Beruke heard this, and the smugness on his face completely disappeared.

Instead, his face darkened, and he said somewhat irritably.

“Here we go again, I knew you wouldn’t say anything good.”

However, although Beruke was a bit displeased.

Having long been accustomed to Uz’s style, he still patiently said.

“Since you think my plan won’t work.”

“Then, if you have any good ideas, you can tell them.”

Hearing this, Uz straightened his back, his attitude slightly more proper.

“Hmm, since you sincerely ask for advice, then… I’ll give you some pointers.”

Uz paused slightly, then said seriously.

“If it were me, I would directly use the name of the Thieves’ Guild and cooperate with the major forces in Kula City.”

As soon as these words came out, behind the desk.

Beruke, who had still held some expectations, immediately froze on the spot.

“…!???”

Beruke’s mouth hung open, and he looked at Uz with a strange expression.

He had originally thought that since Uz had shown such disdain just now, he must have a more perfect plan.

But… this was the plan?

“Huh? My dear Vice Guild Master, you must be joking with me, right?”

Beruke came back to his senses, looking at Uz with a strange expression.

He felt that this Uz fellow must have been pampered since childhood.

Under Uld’s protection, he hadn’t seen much of the world.

Is that why he could be so naive and say such foolish things?

You know, their identity was that of thieves!

They were notorious, infamous, like rats scurrying across the street!

Although normally, they weren't universally hated or detested.

But they were also ignored, and no force dared to openly associate with them.

Especially now, their branch guild was newly established, with few soldiers and generals, and weak in strength.

Facing many local bullies, they should be even more cautious.

However, what he didn’t expect was.

Not only did Uz not intend to keep a low profile, but he also wanted to act ostentatiously.

He wanted to loudly announce their Thieves’ Guild’s entry into Kula City to others.

He even fantasized about cooperating with them?

Regarding this, Beruke had only one thought in his mind, and that was to curse!

“Damn Uz, you really are a clever one, you really want to play me to death, don’t you?”

Beruke didn’t show it on his face, but he was cursing inwardly.

However, Uz seemed to have telepathy.

He waved his hand indifferently, and said with a smile.

“Haha, don’t rush, let me explain slowly.”

Beruke heard this and shook his head helplessly.

Then he extended his right hand, signaling Uz to continue.

So, Uz paused briefly, then said seriously.

“Beruke, your plan is too conservative.”

“With your approach, it would take at least half a year to see any results.”

“But do we have that much time to waste? Don’t forget, why we came to this place!”

Facing Uz’s serious words, Beruke was stunned after hearing them.

“Uh, half a year… is that a long time?”

Beruke hesitated for a moment, then stammered out the question.

However, Uz, across from him, saw through his little thoughts at a glance, and sneered.

“Beruke, I understand what you mean.”

“You’re afraid that your and Fral’s affair will be discovered by Auston.”

“So you want to keep hiding in Kula City, the longer the better, am I right?”

Beruke heard this and fell silent, clearly admitting Uz’s conjecture.

Seeing this, Uz couldn’t help but sigh.

“Beruke, do you think escaping will be useful?”

“You’re wrong, the longer you stay here, the more dangerous it will become!”

“After all, don’t forget, Fral has developed feelings for you, if you don’t go back for a long time…”

At this moment, Uz looked up, giving Beruke a meaningful look.

Beruke was startled at first, then, understanding Uz’s meaning, he was shocked.