"Guide?" Duke William repeated the word.

Duke William's eyes first landed on Qin, exchanging a look with her.

Bai Pu said, "Duke, if I could have Lady Qin accompany us, I believe this infiltration plan would certainly succeed."

In Bai Pu's estimation, Duke William agreeing was less than a 10% chance, but he had to give it a try.

Indeed, Duke William rejected it without hesitation, "I'm sorry, Dior. I must refuse your request because Lady Qin's role on the frontlines is irreplaceable."

Cwieg's Adjutant also chimed in, "Exactly, especially after the outbreak of the Deep Red Death Plague toxin! Without Qin's participation on the battlefield, our soldiers can't possibly resist the Flesh and Blood Plague's curse."

When Bai Pu first saw the appearance of the Deep Red Death Plague, he had a premonition that he might not be able to take Qin away.

The Spirit Realm Will surely wouldn't permit Bai Pu to take a Level 6 Enhanced Leader to carry out a profession task.

Initially, when Duke William hadn't arrived, Qin had to defend Malmö City and couldn't accompany Bai Pu to deal with the First Generation Mutant.

Now with Duke William here, Qin is tied up with the Deep Red Death Plague and can't accompany Bai Pu to infiltrate the Royal Alchemy Academy.

Duke William then said, "Dior, although Qin cannot go, I do have a guide in mind."

He then instructed a bodyguard, "Invite Lady Yvette over."

"Yvette..." Bai Pu silently sighed in his heart, as this was indeed within his expectations.

Yvette was an Elite Knight from the former Chukrona Castle (now Blood Ring Fortress), loyal to the Queen.

Following the Queen's command, Yvette defected from Blood Ring Fortress, crossed the sea to seek aid from Brandonburg, and once battled alongside Bai Pu against a Heavy Hammer Warrior from the Blood Ring Vanguard Army, forming a camaraderie.

The Royal Alchemy Academy is located within Blood Ring Fortress, so Yvette, having originated from there, naturally knew the path well.

Making her the guide was logically unblemished.

Before long, the gallant Female Knight Yvette entered the conference hall.

Yvette, whose Blood Ring Armor had been switched to the black Heavy Armor of the Divine Luo Expeditionary Army Elite Knights, removed her helmet and cradled it at her waist, offering a simple salute to Duke William.

Duke William smiled and said, "Yvette, I have an important mission to assign to you."

Yvette resolutely declared, "Under the Queen's orders, I am temporarily at the disposal of the Expeditionary Army Commander. To rescue the Queen and the Princess, I will not refuse any dangerous task!"

Upon Duke William's signal, Cwieg explained in detail the task of "accompanying Dior Fulri to infiltrate the Royal Alchemy Academy."

During this process, Bai Pu closely observed. He found Yvette's aura noticeably stronger than any Level 6 Blood Ring Heavy Swordsmen he had seen — stronger by a margin!

It seemed to be the "Enhanced Elite" level, with a template upgrade.

This wasn't surprising, as Yvette plays a significant role in the Flesh and Blood Plague world, essentially a notable "supporting character," which allowed her to gain a template-level strength increase as an important "World Waymark" during the world's increased strength.

After hearing the task, Yvette glanced at Bai Pu with her azure eyes, clearly remembering him well. She readily accepted the guide mission.

Duke William routinely asked for Bai Pu's opinion, ultimately finalizing the operation plan.

He passionately said, "Everyone, this war determines Europe's fate! Whether this world will be ruled by Blood Ring or blossom with roses of love and freedom depends entirely on our wisdom and courage!"

Just after Duke William spoke, Bai Pu received a prompt.

[You have gained entry into the World Event: Blood Rose War (Prologue). Do you agree?]

[Warning: If you refuse to participate, the goodwill of natives towards you may decrease to varying degrees.]

Of course Bai Pu chose to participate. Like the Battle of Chibi, this was the climax of the Plane World, promising great rewards, and only a fool would refuse.

[You have joined the World Event: Blood Rose War (Prologue).]

[During the World Event, your faction will record your battle merits and provide title exchange opportunities. You can check them anytime.]

[Your faction in Blood Rose War (Prologue) is: Holy Roman Empire Expeditionary Army.]

[Your current battle merits are: 300]

Soon Bai Pu received the second main quest.

[Main Quest 2: The Decline of the Royal Alchemy Academy]

[Quest Objective: Destabilize the Royal Alchemy Academy, incapacitating advanced research efforts]

[Quest Difficulty: Unknown]

[Quest Deadline: 15 days]

[Quest Reward: Divine Luo Expeditionary Army battle merits (depending on quest completion)]

[Failure Penalty: Exile (detected that you are on a profession task, main quest failure penalty changed to: Exile, equivalent to your profession task's failure penalty)]

Bai Pu accepted Main Quest 2 without hesitation, thereafter checking the "battle merits title exchange" list.

Currently, the title exchange only offered "Baron," requiring 3000 points of battle merits!

Exchanging the title of Baron would officially make one a noble of the Flesh and Blood Plague world, granting the right to recruit native followers and deeply participate in World Events as a follower of higher Lords!

More importantly, the Baron title is the foundation for exchanging higher-tier titles! At the Count level, one can own a fiefdom and gain more noble privileges.

Naturally, the battle merits needed to exchange the Count title were daunting: 30,000!

Bai Pu estimated that if he completed the Main Quest "The Decline of the Royal Alchemy Academy," it would likely yield substantial battle merits, considering the Academy is the core stronghold of Blood Ring Fortress.

Of course, thinking about titles and fiefdom at this moment is too distant; Bai Pu's top priority remains swiftly completing the profession task.

After the military conference concluded, the Divine Luo Expeditionary Army's leaders departed the conference hall.

The Blood Spider was waiting outside for Bai Pu, naturally following behind him.

"Eh?" Duke William paused slightly, eyeing the Blood Spider, "You possess the aura of a Hunter, who are you?"

Duke William's attention wasn't drawn by Blood Spider's youth and beauty but by her familiarity with Bai Pu, suggesting closeness.

Duke William paid considerable attention to Bai Pu, not only for his insightful advice but also due to Bai Pu's responsibility in disrupting the Blood Ring Royal Alchemy Academy.

Being noticed by Duke William was partially due to Bai Pu's influence on Blood Spider.

Moreover, Blood Spider's unique profession as a Blood Curse Hunter was rare in the Flesh and Blood Plague world, prompting Duke William's inquiry.

In contrast, other Awakened individuals receiving attention from the faction's main BOSS would be thrilled and eager to impress. But Blood Spider, suddenly in the spotlight, appeared somewhat flustered, seeking Bai Pu's help with her eyes.

"This is my companion, Charlotte," Bai Pu stated.

Charlotte was the alias Blood Spider used in the Flesh and Blood Plague world.

With poise, Duke William nodded and smiled before departing.

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