fantasy novels Chapter 61 Choice
Chapter 61 Choice
"Well done! A good man should join the army. Only a man who has been tempered by war can be called a real man."
Unfortunately, many people have forgotten this principle. Too many people focus on high-paying jobs, especially in banking, securities, insurance, and stocks, forgetting that the foundation of a kingdom lies in its army!
Jonas grumbled a bit, because he had been disgusted by these things for years. Today, he learned that his friend's brother had volunteered to join the army, and since he didn't consider Evan an outsider, he couldn't help but complain.
Evan could only listen, but he couldn't respond. There were some things he could say, but others he really couldn't say.
Deputy Director Jonas briefly expressed his dissatisfaction, then said in a friendly tone:
"I agree with your idea of actively joining the army, and I'm willing to provide you with more conveniences. By the way, your brother didn't explain clearly which path you chose, and what rank you are now?"
"I have chosen the 'Hunter' path and am about to advance to Sequence 8!" Evan answered without hesitation, something he had already considered before coming here.
The Assassin and Hunter pathways share many similar abilities in the lower sequences, so even if Evan reports to MI9 that he is a Hunter, it will not arouse suspicion from MI9 or the Witch Cult.
"The Hunter Path! This is actually quite rare in the Kingdom of Rune, but it's the mainstream in the Republic of Intis and the Empire of Fusak. After all, the Soren royal family and the Einhorn royal family both controlled the Hunter Path back then, and they caused us a lot of losses on the battlefield."
"However, this path is indeed very suitable for the military, and it will be very beneficial for your future development. It will also greatly help you in mastering potions after you join the military." Jonas said with a sigh, and with a meaningful tone.
Evan had a sudden thought: Jonas might also know how to act. He was Robert's classmate at the military academy and a comrade-in-arms on the battlefield. So, despite his receding hairline and unusually mature appearance, he was actually about the same age as Robert.
As far as Evan knew, MI9 was an intelligence organization with demigods and many powerful sealed artifacts. To become a deputy director, one should at least be a Sequence 5. To be so young and already a potential demigod, there were probably only a handful in the entire Loen government. Considering his surname "Augustus," he might actually be a key figure being groomed by the royal family.
"I currently serve as the Deputy Director of MI3 and the Deputy Head of the Domestic Security and Counterintelligence Group, specializing in handling matters related to the Backlund region and the Fussac Empire, and leading three Extraordinary squads."
Accepting your brother's request is actually a bit of a dilemma for me, mainly because you haven't received professional training, and rashly assigning you to a high position would cause resentment among your subordinates.
When I first joined MI9 after my military service, I immediately became the deputy head of the counterintelligence team, which caused a lot of dissatisfaction. However, because of my battlefield service, nothing serious happened until the last two years when I made several major contributions and was promoted to deputy director, which finally helped me establish myself.
Jonas explained to Evan with great earnestness.
Evan had anticipated all of this. How could a newcomer who hadn't achieved anything yet climb over others as soon as he arrived? So Evan understood Jonas's predicament.
"I understand everything you've said. Since I've decided to take this path, encountering these difficulties is to be expected. I just don't know how you plan to help me?"
Jonas was satisfied with Evan's attitude and then began to tell Evan about his arrangements.
"You are currently in Sequence 9. According to regulations, you can have the rank of 'Lieutenant' as soon as you join MI9. Once you have served for a full year or are promoted again, you can be awarded the rank of 'Captain'."
I have three positions available for you to choose from. One is to be my secretary, assisting me with daily affairs. This is an office job, which will allow you to quickly familiarize yourself with the work here and facilitate your future work.
One is that I've placed you in the Extraordinary Squad below. The main task of these squads is currently to monitor the Fursac Embassy in Backlund and prevent them from stealing intelligence in Backlund.
The last option is to conceal your identity, find a legitimate job in Backlund, travel to various locations, gather information for MI9, and expand MI9's intelligence sources. These members are often peripheral agents recruited by the agency, such as bounty hunters.
However, you should not underestimate these peripheral members. They can often find out things that are difficult for ordinary people to find out, which is very helpful for counter-espionage and maintaining the stability of Backlund.
These are the three positions I can offer right now. Feel free to share your thoughts on your future work.
Evan did not answer immediately, but pondered for a long time. Seeing this, Jonas did not urge him, but instead picked up another document and continued to approve it.
After a long while, Evan finally spoke again:
"I choose the third option. I didn't join MI9 just to coast along or get a rank. I want to make some contributions in MI9."
So although I can learn a lot by your side and live a stable life, it doesn't align with my original intention of joining MI9.
As for joining the Extraordinary Squad to monitor the Fursac Embassy, that doesn't meet my requirements either. The Kingdom has just suffered a defeat in the war against the Fursac Empire in the Southern Continent. The Fursac Embassy should know that we are keeping a close eye on them now, and continuing to monitor them now will not yield much benefit.
"Furthermore, I think you're quite right. Doing intelligence work at the lower levels often yields unexpected intelligence. In addition, I'm a rather free-spirited person, used to making my own decisions, and don't like being ordered around. So I chose to become an intelligence agent who gathers information."
Jonas put down his pen, looked at Evan, and said with a smile:
"To be honest, your choice surprised me a bit. I originally thought you would choose to join the Extraordinary Team. But it's good, society is also a huge stage that can teach you a lot."
From today onwards, you are my personal intelligence agent. If you can find out important information, you can report directly to me. You also have the right to recruit peripheral members.
I'll have Trish explain the specifics to you and help you with the process.
As he spoke, Jonas pressed the alarm bell on the table, and the secretary who had been waiting outside the room for instructions came in.
"Tracy, help Evan with his onboarding process and explain the various aspects of the department to him."
After Jonas finished speaking, Evan gave him a military salute and left the office with the secretary.