Treasure-hunting: Into the Unknown

Lola, however, was an senior warrior and wouldn't blush like other young girls in such a situation. "Sure, we can have a chat," she replied, "but you better be prepared. I'm very hard to satisfy."

"Is that so? I'm even more interested," Zachary said with a playful smile dancing across his lips.

"On another note, what happened between you and Carmelo this morning? I heard you deliberately provoked him," Shaw interjected, referring to what happened earlier.

"No, that's a lie. It was Carmelo who did wrong. He ran into me and said I was blind. Who wouldn't be angry after that? Respect begets respect. Besides, you two know what kind of a person Carmelo is," Zachary immediately explained his side of the situation.

Upon hearing this, Shaw and Lola exchanged a glance with each other. They were aware that Carmelo was a known ill-tempered troublemaker in the Xiao Clan. They believed every word Zachary said, but they also knew that he was no better. Otherwise, he wouldn't have provoked Carmelo to do such a move.

"Also, Steward Shaw, could I recruit disciples to work at the beast barn by myself?" Zachary requested out of nowhere.

"Recruiting disciples by yourself?" Shaw was momentarily stunned. All of Xiao Clan's disciples were usually managed by the logistics department. None of the managers had ever recruited them by themselves. Although not forbidden, Shaw was confused with what to do because no manager had ever requested this before.

"Right. I plan to hold a recruitment meeting for disciples to work at the beast barn. You mentioned all the disciples despised the job, right? That is why I propose to recruit more disciples and change their perceptions towards the job," Zachary suggested.

"Well..." Shaw hesitated, a bad feeling slowly growing within him.

"This sounds quite...interesting," Lola commented, curiosity clearly getting the better of her. She never attended a recruitment mee

with a cunning smile.

"You should at least request Steward Shaw to keep a close eye on him in case of any trouble," Anthony suggested.

"Alright. Shaw, please cooperate with Harley regarding this meeting. Help him iron out any mistakes. He is the future backbone of the Xiao Clan, so it's only fitting that we guide him along the way," Jaxon ordered Shaw.

"I will." Shaw had no choice but to nod in agreement.

"In other news, people in several towns have been attacked by unknown warriors. Some have even been injured. For security, we must stay alert. I am also aware that the logistics department disciples are going out to make purchases. Please reinforce the guard and be careful!" Jaxon added.

"Yes. I shall inform them immediately," answered Shaw. After bowing to Jaxon, Shaw and Lola left.

"I'll return to my work now, Father." Once they left, Anthony stood up and bowed to the elders as he too left the Magnific Martial Hall.

Anthony ran to catch up with Shaw and Lola.

"Steward Shaw, I need to speak with you alone," Anthony insisted.

"Then I shall leave you two. Excuse me, gentlemen." Lola left, giving them their personal space.

"Come with me." Anthony gestured to Shaw to follow him, his hands behind his back.

Shaw trailed closely behind.