The more complex something is, the more it lacks vitality. This is often true for both people and matters.

Therefore, the most vibrant and creative are often newborn babies and small startup teams.

They have no past and few shackles. As long as they have a space of their own, they can fly as they wish.

The newly formed Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad is just such a startup team.

With five people, they've basically completed the formation of the Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad.

...

Early the next morning, as soon as Erwin opened the door, he saw Matthew leading a large group of hooligans standing cheerfully at his doorstep.

"What are you all here for?" Erwin was dumbfounded.

"Of course, to join the Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad," Matthew replied seriously.

"Are all of you joining?"

"If it's possible," Matthew shrugged.

After a brief silence, Erwin mustered the courage and said the words he really ought to say: "No, you can't."

And so, early in the morning, the neighbor standing on the balcony brushing their teeth saw Erwin sending people away.

...

Half an hour later, in the dimly lit living room of Erwin's house, the first official meeting of the Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad began.

Despite having mentally prepared themselves, both Matthew and George were still a bit flustered when they first saw Simon. After all, this was a real Lich.

Matthew kept stealing glances at Simon, cold sweat forming on his forehead.

George sat upright, not looking sideways, though his face suggested he wasn't entirely at ease either. His hands on his lap tensed and relaxed intermittently.

Humans may have changed their view on Liches, but the fear of death remains. Generally speaking, Liches symbolize death, especially to humans.

A large skeleton sitting there—what else could it symbolize but death?

From a certain perspective, humanity's fear of Liches is innate, and overcoming this fear isn't easy.

"Ahem." After clearing his throat twice, Erwin stood up, looked around at everyone sitting around the round table, and pointed to his father, introducing him earnestly: "This is my father, Bart Schmidt. Everyone already knows him. From today, he will handle all internal affairs for the Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad and help us gather funds."

"No, I'm only temporarily assisting Cadina, and I never agreed to help you gather funds," Bart quickly corrected.

"Father, from now on, you should say 'us,' because you're also a member of the Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad."

"Uh... alright, 'us.' But let me emphasize again, I never agreed to help us gather funds."

"Alright, yes, he's only temporarily assisting. But who knows how long that assistance will last," Erwin shrugged, continuing, "Moreover, the headquarters of our Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad, this house, is provided by him."

Pointing to Cadina, Erwin continued, "This is Cadina Moro. She's my neighbor. Starting today, with my father's assistance, she will be responsible for all internal affairs of the Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad."

Wearing a blue dress, Cadina stood up and gracefully bowed to everyone.

Matthew smiled at her.

George slightly nodded to her.

Simon continued to sit motionlessly.

"The two of them won't participate in any combat tasks, only internal affairs. But they are both members of our Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad and enjoy the same rights as other members. Just clarifying that here for everyone."

"Alright, got it," Matthew responded with a smile.

George glanced at Matthew blandly.

"And then there's Matthew Rogelang, my childhood friend and companion. He and I swore allegiance to Knight Order Leader Gray Gruggle, and have been recognized by the leader. So, naturally, he's a member of the Fifth Squad."

"Nice to meet everyone." Matthew stood up, smiling and bowing to the group. His eyes scanned around, and when they passed George, he noticed George's eyebrows twitch slightly.

It was a very small movement, but everyone present, including Erwin, Cadina, and Bart, noticed. Whether Simon noticed was anyone's guess.

When still, Simon was like a statue.

"This is George Fernandes, the heir to the Fernandes family. He volunteered to become a trainee knight in our Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad. If he passes the evaluation, he will become an official member."

Wearing armor, George slowly stood up and politely bowed to everyone: "Knight George Fernandes at your service!"

The voice was powerful and raised the tone of the entire meeting, causing Erwin to feel slightly awkward.

"Ahem." After clearing his throat twice again, Erwin looked at Simon and introduced, "Next, allow me to introduce, as the captain of the Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad, the most important person here from our White Bone Holy Light Court—the Great Priest, Mr. Simon. He has been sent by the Second Generation Lich King Richie Gruggle and the Giant Snake City Lord Hydra Knight Jones Dracula to assist, help, and supervise us during the formation of our squad."

Everyone silently nodded to Simon, who slightly tilted his skeleton, returning a bow.

"If no one has any objections to the team's composition, then today, we officially announce the establishment of our Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad."

"No objections."

"No objections."

"No objections."

"Alright, then I, Alvin Schmidt, hereby announce the official establishment of the Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad as its captain! Thanks to the support of Lich King Richie, Hydra Knight Jones, Duke Beisher Miss Yilin, and Mr. Simon!"

With that, Alvin clapped very formally.

The members also clapped one after another, even Simon clapped awkwardly twice.

Alvin looked at Simon and said softly, "Mr. Simon, these are the initial five members of our Fifth Squad. From today onwards, the Fifth Squad has its basic members. The foundation of the Silver Moon Knight Order is virtue, is faith, but we must rely on martial strength. Justice without strength is pale. I want to start formal training today."

"What would you like me to do?" Simon asked.

"Just..." Alvin hesitated and said, "I need you to help us master the use of magic equipment. We only have one set of magic equipment now, and I plan to rotate it so that everyone can learn. Then we will enhance our training based on the magic equipment. After all, our development direction is knights who use magic equipment. Ordinary knight training probably won't suffice anymore."

"Do we only have one set of equipment?" Simon's soul fire curled into a question mark.

"Yes, we have only one set of equipment," Alvin replied seriously.

"No." Simon shook his head and said, "We have fifteen sets of equipment; unless Giant Snake City lied, there should be at least fifteen sets of equipment. There should be some spares normally."

"Fifteen sets?"

"Yes, fifteen sets. Did Yilin tell you there was only one set?"

"Uh... I didn't ask. She only gave me one set, so I thought there was only one set. In that case, the other armors should be with Miss Yilin. I'll go find her now."

With that, Alvin dashed out in a hurry.

All the members sat quietly, watching him leave.

...

Honestly, this was pretty embarrassing. Alvin didn't even know how many sets of armor his squad had, yet dared to hold a full meeting. Fortunately, everyone knew it was Alvin's first time as captain. Even becoming a knight was a thing from just over a month ago.

After a whole morning of hassle, Alvin finally brought back the remaining fourteen sets of armor, a heap of spare parts, horse gear, and various weapons. He also brought back a manual...

Yes, this thing actually has a manual, a thick one.

A row of silver armors embedded with golden, intricate magic totems.

Seeing these armors, Matthew was stunned and reached out to touch them repeatedly.

As for George, he was slightly moved as well.

"So, is there a set of armor for me in here?" Matthew asked excitedly.

"Yes, there's a set for you," Alvin replied.

Just the right fifteen sets, probably prepared for the original fifteen kids, but unfortunately, he couldn't even gather enough people now.

Looking at the armor, Alvin sighed helplessly.

"Do I have a set as well?" George asked.

"You may temporarily use a set," Alvin answered hesitantly.

"Temporarily?"

"You haven't passed the formal assessment yet."

"Then, may I ask what the formal assessment entails?" George asked seriously.

This question stumped Alvin, who could only stammer, "Time, we need time to get to know each other. Once we understand each other well enough, you can become a formal member of ours and naturally have a set of magic armor."

As soon as he said this, Matthew whistled beside him and provocatively gave George a look, making George turn his face away angrily.

Cadina stood silently watching from the side.

...

Taking advantage of the gap, Cadina pulled Alvin aside and whispered, "I think those two don't get along, really don't get along. You shouldn't have made Matthew a formal member directly."

"I know," Alvin replied softly, "but it's too late now, I've already agreed. Also, fifteen sets of armor, you and I both know what that implies. One of them was originally his. Moreover, George is a newcomer, I can't just let a completely unfamiliar person take a precious set of magic armor. Gorden has already told us how expensive magic equipment is, I must protect them."

Cadina's eyes were filled with worry.

...

In any case, the Silver Moon Knight Fifth Squad was thus established. Although it seemed somewhat hasty, this was it. At the very least, all kinds of work could begin, couldn't they?

Because when Alvin retrieved the armor, he accidentally discovered that the magic equipment from Giant Snake City came with a manual, so the afternoon's training directly turned into a manual reading session.

Sounds kind of silly, doesn't it?

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