But it was also because of Scout's relics and the map of Chernobog that he brought, that Rhodes Island successfully broke through Chernobog's city defenses, gaining the opportunity to confront Talulah.
This time, although the previous outcome was the same, Scout and his team did not die in Chernobog, so Hellagur did not go to Rhodes Island. Instead, he followed the Refugees to this ruined city controlled by Patriot.
Previously, he did not intend to reveal his identity, but rather remained anonymous among the crowd. He only couldn't help himself when he received news that Patriot was preparing to lead Reunion Movement and the Refugees south.
The first time he saw Patriot, he thought the Shieldguards had gone mad. Fortunately, although Patriot had lost his Wendigo body, his strength remained. After a brief exchange, Hellagur confirmed that the floating sword spirit in front of him was indeed Patriot himself.
At this moment, he was listening to Patriot recount his current predicament, and only then did he understand why Patriot, who had always considered Ursus his homeland, would choose to lead so many people south and leave Ursus.
"Staying in Ursus, the food for so many people is indeed a big problem, especially in winter. But are you sure Lungmen and Rhodes Island will provide enough supplies for so many people to leave here safely?"
He knew that Patriot's decision was the best possible solution under the current helpless circumstances. However, being disgusted with politics, he did not believe that Lungmen and Rhodes Island would continue to help Reunion Movement after the hidden danger was eliminated.
"This, sir, you need not worry. Although our Rhodes Island is not large, our highest principle has always been to help all Infected to the best of our ability. Therefore, whether you choose Kazdel or head south to Iberia, we will be responsible for escorting you all the way. As for Lungmen, for Lungmen's finances, the supplies for this number of people would not even make the higher-ups frown. So, at least in the short term, you all don't need to worry about supplies."
Sharp, who had walked over, interrupted them after hearing their conversation.
Hearing Sharp's words, Hellagur nodded, "I was presumptuous. However, for Lungmen, which is part of Yan, to fund a group of Ursus people, I find it too fantastical, no matter how I think about it."
"We can't control Lungmen, but Grandfather, would you like to personally oversee things here at Rhodes Island?" Kanna suddenly spoke from the side.
Hearing Kanna speak, Sharp could only rub her head.
Just as Hellagur dismissed it as a child's rambling, Patriot, surprisingly, nodded. "Kanna has a point. We do need a contact person at Rhodes Island. Hellagur, you are also very suitable. Since both you and I lament these children who shouldn't have to suffer such hardship, why don't you go to Rhodes Island as a representative of Reunion Movement and also help us keep an eye on the resources sent over?"
Hearing Patriot's words, Hellagur gave a helpless bitter laugh. "You've changed so much from before. I originally just wanted to come and ask if there was anything I could help with, but you've roped me in."
Hellagur was not actually against Patriot's suggestion, and he was also quite curious whether Rhodes Island, which had previously helped the Azazel Clinic in Chernobog, was truly as good as its reputation.
Hearing Hlag's obvious tone of agreement, Kanna's tail wagged, and she looked at Sharp triumphantly.
Sharp could only scratch his head. "Regarding the Captain's request to assign a liaison to Rhodes Island, I can report it to Doctor Kal'tsit and the Doctor. They should agree. This… Old Fogey can take the special vehicle that will transport supplies to Rhodes Island later."
Everyone was actually mentally prepared for the Reunion Movement forces under Patriot to exchange liaisons with Rhodes Island. Several people even speculated if it would be Frostnova.
Because neither the desolate Kazdel nor Iberia, thousands of miles away, were very suitable for Frostnova's abilities, and as the first high-ranking Reunion Movement cadre rescued by Rhodes Island, and also Patriot's adopted daughter, she had a close relationship with Rhodes Island's combat commander, the Doctor. So, it would be very logical for her to join Rhodes Island as a liaison.
But now, suddenly, an old man… Sharp could only say that it was a matter for the higher-ups anyway, and at worst, it was Kanna's suggestion, so it had nothing to do with him. He wouldn't be the one to suffer… After the communication was completed, Rhodes Island sent back a message, agreeing to Patriot's proposal. From now until these Infected are completely resettled, Rhodes Island will rotate and exchange personnel with Patriot's side.
Amiya also proposed that cadres from the Reunion Movement team could hold positions at Rhodes Island, becoming external Operators, and thus enjoy Rhodes Island's medical services.
In the following days, these cadres could go to Rhodes Island for comprehensive and scientific medical examinations and treatment.
Patriot pondered Amiya's suggestion and then agreed, because as cadres of Reunion Movement, most of them were Infected. If there was a chance to control their condition, it would have a huge cohesive effect on the morale of the entire team.
No matter how he looked at it, he couldn't refuse the olive branch of friendship extended by the little rabbit.
Finally, the Doctor proposed that Rhodes Island needed to understand the status and physical condition of Patriot and Frostnova. Patriot, as the backbone, could not leave, so Frostnova needed to go to Rhodes Island for an examination.
This was mainly because Rhodes Island had insufficient samples regarding the effects of this transformation. Currently, with Patriot and Frostnova, there were only three cases. The medical center at Rhodes Island was very concerned about whether this complete transformation would affect the 'individuals' involved.
Therefore, they hoped Frostnova could go to Rhodes Island for a period of observation and treatment.
Patriot was actually very concerned about what the Doctor said.
Even a strong-willed person like him experienced a period of turmoil regarding his own appearance. How could he be completely at ease about whether Frostnova's transformation from a human to a cute little animal would have physiological and psychological effects?
Rhodes Island claimed to have an advanced medical center and psychological medical experts. Patriot had long thought of sending Frostnova there, but due to his identity, it was inconvenient to bring it up.
Now that the Doctor had spoken first, Patriot went along with it, readily agreeing and arranging for Frostnova and Hlag to travel to Rhodes Island with the next transport vehicle.
Frostnova had a slight objection to this suggestion, but Patriot believed that after leaving the frozen lands of Ursus, Frostnova, whose magic was based on ice and snow, would not greatly enhance his team. So, instead of staying here, it was better to go to Rhodes Island.
Unable to out-argue Patriot, Frostnova could only repeatedly call him "Old Fogey" and reluctantly agreed to the matter.
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