"What? A demonic human?" One of the Paladins stood up in disbelief.
"Yes." Anna nodded with a serious expression.
"If they are really turning normal people into demonic humans, it means that we have to figure out how to differentiate them from a normal human." Another Paladin squinted his eyes.
"Is this what you mentioned previously, Saintess?" The archbishop asked, his expression turning grim.
They were discussing the topic regarding the demonic human and the transfer of technology in the grand hall, where they previously discussed the matter of creating a headquarters in the Ardagan family's territory.
Layla nodded. "Indeed. The Moon Goddess has told me about their existence and possible destruction."
"However, won't we take action against them the same as breaking our own policy? When that happens, the others will just watch if we end up getting attacked by them, saying we deserved it."
"I can't deny that possibility." Layla thought for a moment. "Still, the matter regarding the demonic human is present. Besides, while it's only a pretense, it will be bad for our image if we don't do anything after receiving the technology."
"But if we do anything, it will just mean we are greedy bastards who are willing to do anything as long as they have donated enough."
Layla crossed her arms, having a hard time thinking about a solution.
Anna explained, "Noel has actually an offer."
"Hoh? Might as well hear it first." Layla nodded.
"If possible, we don't want you to do anything right now. Instead, please take care of the technology we have transferred to your name."
"Is that all?"
"This is the contract for the transfer." Anna took out the contract.
One of the Paladins grabbed it and approached the saintess. Layla simply said, "Read it for me."
"It doesn't matter anymore." Anna nodded her head. "The problem is..."
"Yes. It still doesn't change the fact that you are trying to offer me something. What kind of item can force me to leave this place? Currently, I'm busy preparing for my next expedition after all."
Anna pointed up. "The sky."
"The sky..." Layla looked down. The same applied to other paladins and the archbishop.
The first one to figure out was, as expected, Layla. She asked with a grim tone, "Is it similar to a train or a truck but able to travel in the sky?"
"!!!" The rest couldn't help but widen their eyes. The trucks were already a great addition to them, but it didn't change the fact that it would be hard for them to reach every corner. There were simply too many villages that had rough terrain, which made them hard or even impossible to reach.
That was why if there was indeed a truck that could fly in the air, it would be easier to reach that area.
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"Are you sure you are going to reveal this information?" Layla asked. "This will change not only us but the whole world. If you are going to reveal this information, it can be said that they will shift their target to this technology."
Anna smiled. "The Marquis has determined to stop going defensively. We'll take the initiative now."
"I see." Layla thought for a moment before glancing at the Paladin. "Where do I sign it?"
The archbishop took out the feather pen and the ink as if showing his approval. The other Paladins didn't say anything.
"I'm willing to hear if you have any objections right now." Layla waited for a moment while the archbishop guided her hand to the signature area.
After signing the contract, Layla declared, "With this, the cooperation with the Ardagan family has been established. If you can give us a reason, we can start with the Ardagan family."
"Of course. There are several villages that are currently in trouble. I wonder if you can help them there." Anna smiled.
"Prepare our men. Tell Aurelia to get involved directly."