BXBX NOVEL Chapter 39: New Uniforms and Swords
"This will be your first true mission…" He paused to give them some time to take in his words.
"I will be joining the operation and I will observe you from the sidelines. Do your task properly and you will be rewarded according to your efforts! Do you understand?"
"Yes, my lord!"
Everyone was boiling with excitement. They finally felt that they were a true guards unit. All they did was practice and do drills. They had never been sent to an actual mission so they were looking forward to their first official assignment.
"Do you see the boxes in front of you?" Fredrinn looked at the boxes piled beside him when he said these words.
Everyone curiously stared at the boxes wondering what was inside.
"Inside these boxes are your new uniforms and swords. I had them specially designed for you. Squad leaders, please take the boxes and distribute the items to your squad!" This was what he asked Cain to prepare earlier.
The five squad leaders took one box each and did as they were instructed.
The new uniform of the guards unit was a set of red and silver battle yishang with the sun crest of the Firecrown Household embroidered on the left chest and at the back of the uniform. Their swords were shaped like scimitars, single-edged and curved blades that broadened towards the point.
"Your uniform has the unique function of keeping the wearer warm during winter and making the wearer feel cool in hot temperatures. Other than that, it can also withstand the attacks of Foundation Establishment martial practitioners." Fredrinn said when he saw them inspecting their uniforms.
"My lord, why are their uniforms different?" One of them asked while pointing at the uniforms of the squad leaders.
Their uniforms were in red and gold with a depiction of a mighty lion embroidered on their shoulders.
"So you guys noticed…" He smiled.
"The squad leaders' uniforms have additional functions other than their slightly different design. Their uniform can withstand the attacks of Core Formation realm martial practitioners!" Fredrinn really splurged to arm his guards unit with powerful gears.
"What?!" Everyone was stunned when they heard that and they couldn't help but stare enviously at the squad leaders.
While they were busy comparing their gears, Fredrinn turned his gaze to the one-armed middle-aged man.
Gunnar was the only one among the people present who didn't receive his uniform and sword. Fredrinn did this intentionally since he wanted to present them to Gunnar personally.
"Gunnar Haraldson, come here to receive your uniform and sword!" Fredrinn shouted, attracting the attention of everyone.
Gunnar seemed to have expected this when he noticed that he was the only one who didn't receive anything.
Under everyone's watchful eyes, he walked toward the front with a calm look and confident gait.
"Captain Gunnar, as the captain of my guards unit you will receive the Sun Conqueror's Battle Yishang and the Flame Wyvern Scimitar!" Fredrinn announced in a stern voice as he handed the gears to Gunnar.
Gunnar solemnly accepted the items presented to him. He had never thought that he would receive such valuable items after he had lost an arm. "Thank you, my lord!" He then bent the knee and swore allegiance to Fredrinn under the shocked gazes of the guards unit.
Some might say that this was an impulsive move, but Gunnar believed that he made the right decision. This was a man who had chosen to believe in him even though he only had one arm. Where could he find another person who could see his worth?
Fredrinn's lips curved upward. After Gunnar pledged allegiance to him, his character profile was displayed before him.
Gunnar Haraldson [Core Formation 7th Layer]
Age: 56
Spirit Root: High-Grade
Sword Talent: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Fire Affinity: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Earth Affinity: ⭐️⭐️
Affiliation: Firecrown Household
As a former member of the elite unit, Gunnar had remarkable sword talent and fire affinity.
[Congratulations! You have proven that you are a worthy leader! Rewards: Favorability Meter Function, and Passive Skill: Dignity!]
Dignity [Passive]
- Your aura radiates unbreakable power and dignity. Enemies with lower cultivation levels will fear you and those with higher cultivation will unconsciously believe that you are strong.
'This isn't a bad skill, but why do I feel that it's only good for showing off?' Nevertheless, Fredrinn was quite satisfied with the effects of the skill.
'Now how do I use this Favorability Meter Function?' He thought.
At this moment, he suddenly noticed that he could see something when he focused his attention on Gunnar.
[Gunnar Haraldson] Favorability: 80
'I understand now. So this is how it works.' He found out that he only needed to focus on someone to check their favorability towards him.
This was a very useful function since he could use it to check his subordinates' loyalty.
"The operation to destroy the Snake Gang will begin in three days. I want you guys to prepare yourself and practice how to fight as a group before that day comes! Captain Gunnar, please monitor the training progress and make sure that everyone is ready in three days!"
"Yes, my lord! I will whip them into shape! You have my word!" Although they were pressed for time, Gunnar was confident that he could teach the guards unit some basic tactical knowledge within three days.
"Good. With your words, I feel at ease. Oh! One more thing, please pass this on to the deputy captain and the rest of the guys in the clinic. Don't forget to tell them about what I announced here." Fredrinn handed the remaining box to him.
"Yes, my lord."
"That's all for now. You guys may begin with your training." Fredrinn waved his hand and left.
Everyone stared at his retreating figure with respect.