Chapter 1784: Establishing Mutual Trust, Special Audience

With Xia Duo present, how could Badijiaer possibly act so mean-spirited! Even if Xia Duo were not there, he could not possibly agree to such terms.

Regarding the "new" proposal put forward by Xierdalanna, Badijiaer shook his head firmly, "Lord Xia Duo not only represents himself, but to a certain extent, he also represents Netheril."

"Your surprise attack operation carries too high a risk. To ensure Lord Xia Duo is not betrayed, the Seven Towers must participate. If Lady Xierdalanna does not agree, then this transaction can be terminated entirely."

Where there is contact and communication, there is probing, but probing is not one-sided; Xierdalanna is probing the Seven Towers, and the Seven Towers are likewise probing Xierdalanna.

Although Badijiaer still does not know why Xierdalanna wants to raid the secret base of the mysterious organization, or even whether this operation is real or fake, he is certain of one thing, and that is—

For some unknown reason, the other party has a high degree of trust in Xia Duo, and at the same time, has an unusual obsession with the so-called surprise attack!

If she did not trust Xia Duo, Xierdalanna would not have approached Xia Duo first in the beginning, nor would she have given up the initiative in the transaction because of Xia Duo.

Of course, the obsession might also be related to trust. As for the specific reason, Badijiaer has no way to investigate; he only knows that the key to everything still lies in the attitude of Lord Xia Duo.

He is currently fighting for benefits for Lord Xia Duo, so undoubtedly Lord Xia Duo will also stand on his side; accordingly, the only one who needs to compromise is Xierdalanna.

Indeed, upon hearing that the Seven Towers intended to participate in the operation, a wave of dissatisfaction immediately welled up in Xierdalanna's heart, but at this moment she had basically confirmed the attitude of the Seven Towers—

They only seek clues to the Nether Scroll and will not pose an additional threat to her.

Thus, her current thoughts have undergone a completely different change from before.

Although it is annoying to be watched by the Seven Towers, if one can gain more assistance, why not take it?

If it were not for the lack of concrete evidence and the possibility of retaliatory counterattacks, Xierdalanna would prefer to expose that mysterious organization directly.

As for now, she can only destroy the other party's secret base first and take some potions and formulas as compensation.

Thinking of this, Xierdalanna nodded solemnly, "I agree, but the operation process must follow my command. I swear in the name of the Lord of Radiance that I will not deliberately target them or put them in an unfavorable position."

After speaking, Xierdalanna glanced at the battle below. At this time, although the battle between the two sides had reached a near-white-hot state, it was still deadlocked.

The Dwarf Mage has too little experience in Spell Duels and finds it difficult to break through the Frost Domain, which has more changes than existence, while that Frost Giant, although perhaps superior in absolute strength, lacks agility.

The Domain is also insufficient to completely seal the Dwarf Mage's spells, so the rhythm of the battle has been led by the Dwarf. If there are no more trump cards, I am afraid the title of Hundred-Victory Fighter will not be preserved!

……

The issues regarding the general direction have been settled, and what remains are some details such as time, personnel, and resources. After both sides sat down, they continued to confirm these.

"Lady Xierdalanna, the Seven Towers attaches great importance to the upcoming surprise attack and will certainly not let you down. So, regarding the Nether Scroll—"

"I certainly trust the reputation of the Seven Towers, and I have long been prepared. But isn't your Excellency Badijiaer curious why I chose to set the negotiation location here?"

Why set it here?

The Seven Towers had previously analyzed this; it was nothing more than the fact that the various forces in Asikeer are a mixed bag, and the Hero Arena has an astonishing background, making it a relatively safe temporary meeting place.

But now that Xierdalanna asks this, Badijiaer naturally will no longer think the previous analysis was correct; there is likely another reason!

Without waiting for him to ask, Xierdalanna had already taken the initiative to explain: "Among the audience this time, there is someone related to the thief from back then. At this moment, he is carrying at least one Golden Page on him, and if luck is good, perhaps even a set!"

"Now? Here?"

Badijiaer stood up subconsciously and looked at the other stands blocked by hollowed-out stone pillars. At this moment, the battle below had reached its most intense level and could decide the winner at any time, and many of the audience in the stands had also begun their final cheers and shouts.

Listening carefully, although the vast majority were the voices of Dwarves, there were also some shouts in Elvish with deliberately suppressed emotions mixed in.

Although the Seven Towers did not find concrete evidence regarding the original thief, there is no doubt that they had long ago locked onto Cormanthor, which is to say, the Elves.

Now that Xierdalanna said this, it made Badijiaer even more convinced of his initial judgment.

"Lady Xierdalanna, are you sure? This is no joke!" Badijiaer said sternly.

A flash of surprise also appeared in Xia Duo's eyes. He truly did not expect that someone among the audience would be carrying a Nether Scroll with them, but for now, this is still just Xierdalanna's one-sided word, and its Reality remains to be further confirmed.

Regarding this, Xierdalanna said very affirmatively:

"I am very sure, and I know that person's status in Cormanthor is not ordinary. Today is the best opportunity; if we miss today, I do not believe there will be such a good opportunity again."

"What is the other party's status? And why say today is the best opportunity? If the other party can come to the Hero Arena once, why can't they come again?" Badijiaer continued to ask.

"I cannot say the other party's status for the time being. If your Excellency is determined to take action, you will naturally know. As for why today is the best opportunity—"

Xierdalanna paused and said with a smile: "Does your Excellency think that the Betis Secret Scroll—that is, the Nether Scroll—is also a common treasure in the Elf Kingdom?"

"Even if that person's status in Cormanthor is not ordinary, it is very difficult to possess even one Golden Page at all times. Missing this time, the other party might indeed come to the Hero Arena again, but they may not necessarily be carrying the Golden Page of the Nether Scroll then!"

After speaking, Xierdalanna's gaze swept back and forth between Badijiaer and Xia Duo, and finally remained on Badijiaer, saying:

"Has your Excellency made up your mind? If you are determined to take action, I will assist from within; after all, this is also what I just promised."

Badijiaer hesitated. He came here to negotiate, not to fight, and although he is very good at fighting and craves battle, he always remembers his status.

Currently, he represents the Seven Towers and represents Netheril. Once exposed, it will be a huge scandal and could even lead to a war between Netheril and Cormanthor.

If he wants to take action, he can only temporarily mobilize people from Seventon.

After a moment of thought, he asked Xierdalanna again, "How much longer will the other party stay here?"

"Probably just until the battle below ends!" Xierdalanna said vaguely.

"The battle below?"

Badijiaer almost lost his breath and asked in a deep voice: "Speak clearly, is it the battle between the Dwarf and the Frost Giant below, or all the duels today?"

This is very important; it might directly relate to the future direction of the Northland.