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"If the Trolian forces could gain another strong warrior, the situation would be vastly different."
He sighed deeply.
"Alright, Rod, I will send you to the battlefield, but since you are too weak to serve as a core power in the team, I can only conceal your 'Strong' identification and position you towards the rear."
Instantly, Rod revealed a smile.
As long as he could enter the battlefield, everything else was negotiable.
"Thank you, Soron teacher, I'll go prepare now."
Rod was about to get up, but Soron held him back.
"Rod, take this too."
He handed over the Recording Crystal.
"Uh? Teacher Soron, isn't that inappropriate..."
"It's fine," Soron said heavily, "you're right, my love is noble, it doesn't need this for solace. I entrust this heavy past to you. Please swear by the fire's oath not to tell anyone about this."
Rod hesitated for a moment, but still took it to avoid complications.