"Go to the Fifth Layer to cause trouble for Blood Tear Duke Asmond, and while you're at it, help me distract the attention of the other Apostles."
He paused, his voice growing more enticing:
"In return, I can put in a good word for you with Professor Yutel afterward and help you secure a formal position at the Observation Station.
Given your current situation, this should be a good choice for you."
This proposal surprised Uphemia.
She originally expected to be questioned or directly attacked, but little did she expect the other party to propose a seemingly win-win transaction.
"Why... why are you doing this?" she couldn't help but ask, "With your strength, you could resolve me directly..."
"Because you have value." Ron's response was concise and direct:
"A dead chess piece is of no use, but a living one can serve a greater purpose."
His eyes flashed with cold light:
"Of course, the premise is that you're smart enough to know what to do and what not to do."
