Chapter 72

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Chapter 72: Forming the Ideal Homeland

After class, Karoso left directly to find Teresa, but the vice president and Merlin blocked his path.

"Vice President, Lord Merlin." Karoso bowed to both of them.

"Merlin wants to talk to you, are you free?" said the vice president.

"Sure," Karoso nodded.

Merlin smiled slightly at the words.

[Why is the old lady looking for Honey Karoso, could she have a crush on him?]

[Oh no, rejecting childlike beauty, it starts with you and her.]

[Trying to recruit Honey Karoso?]

[Hmm… could it be possible for Honey Karoso to succeed at this stage?]

[Don’t get too excited, Honey Karoso succeeding at this stage may not be a good thing.]

[Yes, we don’t know what Ideal Homeland wants to do.]

Soon, a few people arrived at the vice president’s office, and Karoso and Merlin sat on the sofa.

Normally, students would feel nervous going to the principal’s office, especially when facing someone like Merlin, but Karoso was completely calm as if it was just a regular meeting.

"Karoso, your ability to create cards is beyond my expectations," Merlin said to Karoso. "A student who can mentally simulate and create such outstanding cards… Your mental simulation ability, at your age, can be said to be the best in the world."

Karoso showed a shy smile.

He knew that although his Card Maker talent was good, he couldn’t compare to Null and 『』.

Null and 『』, with their own abilities, are pushing the whole world’s card-making system to progress. According to theory, Null and 『』 are truly the original of the Greedy Hand.

However, he possessed a wealth that others didn’t have – those comrades from different worlds.

"Lord Merlin, please get straight to the point," Karoso said. "Actually, I had this idea after getting the card on my way home. It’s just that the materials from this competition happened to allow me to implement it. I am aware of my own abilities."

"I have a plan called the Ideal Homeland plan," Merlin said.

[Here comes Ideal Homeland!]

[Oh no, didn’t they say Merlin wasn’t the founder? How did Merlin become the founder here?]

[Not necessarily, she hasn’t found the right leader yet.]

"Ideal Homeland plan?" Karoso raised an eyebrow.

"Yes, the Ideal Homeland plan. This plan will gather numerous outstanding Card Makers, warriors, wizards, to establish a top research institute, study dungeons, and promote global technological advancement," said Merlin.

"Is this an armed organization?" Karoso asked.

"Of course, in order to conduct research well, it is essential to protect ourselves," said Merlin. "Every outstanding Card Maker is a treasure of the world. Many outstanding Card Makers are lost in wars, lost in power struggles. Don’t you think it’s a pity?"

"Forgive me for being blunt, but it seems like you are just taking these Card Makers from various powers and turning them into your own property," Karoso frowned. "The principality can’t protect them, the kingdom can’t protect them, the empire can’t protect them, but your Ideal Homeland can?"

"Because those powers are not pure enough," Merlin explained seriously. "When faced with conflicting interests, all lords will make choices, they may abandon Card Makers. But, I can guarantee that Ideal Homeland will not abandon anyone."

"And, Ideal Homeland is not under my control, but rather a cooperative organization where everyone shares common ideals and goals, protecting and helping each other."

[Indeed, Ideal Homeland will not abandon any companions.]

[Oh no, every time a companion is in danger, it’s when I have to spend money.]

[It’s so frustrating, some clear blue skies and white clouds I wouldn’t mind giving up, but the system won’t allow it!]

"If any skilled Card Maker is willing to join our Canglang Province, I can guarantee that no one will be abandoned," said Karoso.

"Child, that’s not true," Merlin chuckled and shook his head. "Powerful organizations like that are too bloated. If someone threatens you with countless subjects, what would you do? You are still young now, haven’t been a true ruler, may not have felt that responsibility yet."

"Ideal Homeland is different, I plan to establish it on an aircraft carrier, our mobility is unmatched by regular powers."

"Also, we don’t have vast territories, countless subjects, and are less prone to threats."

"Ah, I see," Karoso nodded. "Are you inviting me to join Ideal Homeland?"

"Even if you agree, at first you’re just on the sidelines. You can give tasks to Ideal Homeland or do tasks commissioned by Ideal Homeland. Like I said, it’s just a group that helps each other." Merlin said, "To truly become a core member of Ideal Homeland, you need the agreement of more than half of the Ideal Homeland members."

"I think I understand this organization now," Karoso said. "If a large-scale war breaks out in the world, would you participate?"

"No, we are just researchers," Merlin shook his head.

[Gosh, we haven’t arrived yet? We are almost at Master Karoso’s doorstep.]

[The most active organization in the world war.]

[I have been involved in all major battles.]

[We always stand on the side of justice, but who knows if we are truly just. It feels like we just do whatever the old lady tells us to do.]

[No, the leader of Ideal Homeland is Sophia, an idealist.]

"Okay, if there’s a chance in the future, I’ll collaborate with Ideal Homeland," Karoso said.

Merlin showed a small smile.

She believed that Karoso would not refuse to join once she gathered many talented Card Makers.

Researchers are passionate about their studies, and after some research results, Card Maker will definitely want to join.

Especially in researching God Cards, it is truly a great experiment!

Stepping into the realm of gods with mortal bodies, no one can resist!

Their conversation was short, and Merlin did not see Karoso as just a child.

She knew that Karoso may look young, but his noble education gave him a broader perspective than his peers.

Unfortunately, what she did not know was that Karoso had numerous methods for making excellent cards.

Even the production method of the Legend Card of the nine stars, Karoso definitely has it…

The temptation of the normal Card Maker is zero for Karoso.

……

After leaving the principal’s office, Karoso went straight to the exchange group where Teresa was.

[Master Karoso, what is your opinion on Ideal Homeland?]

"I have no opinion. This organization has no appeal to me." Karoso said, "In your words, it is just an organization that claims to pursue peace but actually satisfies its own needs."

"If someone offered to trade you with a mature Ideal Homeland organization, I would choose you without hesitation."