Richard spoke up, looking at Bata, "Wizard Bata, here's the situation. It's not that I intentionally didn't give you and the others a chance to take action; I just felt it wasn't necessary—I alone, along with Commander Wu Long's soldiers, was enough to conquer the city. I'm not trying to hog all the glory; if you wish, after this battle, I could give all the credit and rewards to you."
"If you really wish to take action and do something, I won't stop you; on the contrary, I'd be glad. In fact, I now have some tasks for which I could use your help."
"See those soldiers over there? I've had them help me dig up some things, but with their abilities, progress is slow. They're struggling with rocks and hard ground and such. If, Wizard Bata, you are willing to lend a hand to those soldiers, I'd offer this ring I'm holding as a reward, hoping you won't disdain it."
