Warhammer: I don't want to become a stinky can!

And the one they chose was Hades.

But Hades believes that merely passing the initial observation is not enough to justify them directly relinquishing a portion of management authority.

There's probably some other twist or turn involved.

This is both a bargaining chip and a constraint.

If Hades agrees, he'll probably be tied to the Terrans and slowly work his way up to a management position.

But even without the Terran requirement, Hades' abilities and Mortarion's attention would have allowed him to reach that level.

And more importantly—

Hades himself did not have this idea.

Becoming a manager is not simply about giving orders on the battlefield.

Communication with superiors, consultation and coordination with peers, internal resource allocation, and attention and management of subordinates.

The people he was in charge of were not just ordinary office workers, but real soldiers on the battlefield.

If you really want to enter the management level, it means that you will have to spend a lot of time and energy, and you will likely be trapped and become a workhorse.

Before they actually achieve anything, these veterans will probably give him some credit.

They won't hold real power, but they'll definitely give you face and work.

Indeed, it's unnecessary.

Moreover, during the Great Crusade, the internal management of the Legion was not actually that important; most of the management was dealing with orders issued by the Empire and the Primarch.

They are the management, not the decision-making level.

The decision-making layer will be a new system built by the Primarch itself.

If Hades truly wants to raise his own army, the best option is to apply to Mortalian now to take charge of Barbaros's construction and conscription.

(Motalian would probably be happy to let Hades take charge of recruiting soldiers for Barbarossa.)

So there's no need to get entangled with the veterans any further.

Hades' attitude toward these veterans was one of respect and support, and his approach was cooperation.

Gain the support and understanding of veterans, remind them at key junctures, and hint at how to transition.

Based on his own considerations for the future and his appreciation for the veterans, Hades will definitely go to Mortarian and persuade him to leave most of the Terrans behind.

Hades only needs to be the one observing the situation from the sidelines, providing early warnings and setting up insurance.

In stark contrast to Balasin, who wanted to play the "profit" card, Hades wanted to play the "emotion" card!

Even back in the time of Barbarossa, Hades was not a military leader, but even if people could only catch a glimpse of him from afar, they were willing to follow or help Hades.

He demonstrated his abilities and convictions, and they reciprocated with their trust.

Hades has always been playing the "emotional" card!

Therefore, Hades would not be tempted by simple benefits, especially those with many conditions and constraints.

He looked at Balasin across from him and smiled modestly.

[Thanks, but I'm not that interested in controlling the Terran army.]

[However, out of my personal respect and admiration for the Terran army, I am willing to go to Mortarian and try to persuade him.]

Ugh.

Balasin, sitting opposite him, couldn't help but sigh softly.

It's not like he's pretending.

If he were to pretend, he would change the subject or subtly suggest that he lacks the ability.

If he were truly greedy, he would press for details regarding management rights.

But Hades didn't do any of that, and to dispel their doubts, he even added another point.

Sure enough. Or rather, they really found a treasure.

Tsk, how come it was Galo who took a liking to Hades first?

Does such a thing really exist, where one abandons their native planet's attitude to accept an unfriendly foreign culture?

Moreover, the task that Garo had assigned to Blanca earlier was not a pleasant experience for a new recruit who had just joined the legion.

There can't be anyone who doesn't hold grudges, right?

But... he looked at Hades, and indeed, such a being existed.

What Balasin didn't know was that, being an outsider, Hades was relatively indifferent to the concept of "territory".

Not to mention Hades knew the poignant stories of these loyal veterans in the future.

However, Balasin is unaware of all this. All he knows is that the other side is trying to play the "emotional card," so he has to show his attitude.

They have to do favors.

At the same time, in order to win over Hades, they also need to keep him in a relationship with them.

Balasin's somber voice rang out.

[This attitude was unexpected and truly exceeded our expectations.]

[Thank you for your willingness to learn about and understand our culture.]

[But we can't just let you go find the Primarch for nothing; we have to show some sincerity too.]

Balasin paused, as if deep in thought.

[Okay, if you discover anything, or if you want to do anything and need help, you can come to us.]

We can offer assistance as long as it's within reasonable limits.

Balasin glanced around at the company commanders at the long table.

We believe you are willing to help us, so if you feel there is anything we need to remind or warn you about, please come directly to us.

Hades was startled. Was this the kind of smart person who had roughly guessed what Hades wanted?

These proposals largely met his expectations.

Then he wouldn't stand on ceremony.

Thank you very much.

Then, Hades spoke again, somewhat hesitantly.

[Regarding the upcoming actions, could you please inform me of everyone's arrangements?]

After receiving Hades' statement, the tension eased.

Balasin seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, his tense body instantly relaxing, and he naturally crossed his arms.

[The moderates and rationals will stay, while the radicals will be grouped together and led by me and the 2nd Company Commander, Tersus, in the next battle.]

It's impossible that there were no casualties.

Hades knew this was inevitable, but seeing the person involved mention it so casually still left him somewhat uneasy.

As if sensing Hades's shock, Balasin gave a weary smile, his previously serious and calm face appearing much older.

[You're very familiar with the Primarch; don't tell me you can't see these things.]

[But you are the leader of the moderates.]

Barasin then looked at Hades, as if approving that he had seen through the intricacies of the Terran army.

[I just happen to be in this position.]

[and]

A glint flashed in Balasin's eyes.

[To abandon one's former comrades with one's own hands—I don't think anyone could do that so easily, could they?]

silence.

A profound silence descended once again.

But this time, no one spoke.

Please mourn.

I've tried my best to outsmart you, so please, just watch without thinking!

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Chapter 70 The Talks (Part 2)

In the vast universe, the smooth hull of the Endurance floated slowly among the stars.

It's like a dagger in the hand of death, quietly awaiting its next end.

The crowd flowed over it, as busy as ants.

In a hidden and inconspicuous corner of it, a conversation concerning the fate of the entire legion is taking place.

Hades faced the crowd and sighed deeply.

I'll go talk to Mortarion.

I will try my best, I swear.

A relieved look came over, and Balasin spoke.

We express our gratitude.

The conversation seems to have ended there.

But Barasin continued,

[Hades, what are your plans for the future?]

I heard you seem quite interested in the foundry department.

If one were to enter the Foundry, the Space Marine's career path and position within the Legion would undergo a radical transformation.

Unlike the Iron Hand or Iron Warrior, who gain high prestige and enter management positions within the Legion, Deathguard's technical sergeants have always been marginalized.

However, in previous observations, Hades himself showed a high level of enthusiasm for the foundry department.

Balasin wanted Hades to move into management, which would mean Hades would give up the path of a technical sergeant.

But now.

If Hades himself doesn't want to enter management, then helping him get into the foundry department would be a way of doing him a favor.

More importantly, Hades, who becomes a technical sergeant, will only be able to serve as a technical sergeant in the Foundry Department to assist the legion, even if he gains a high reputation in the Terra army in the future, and will not be able to directly participate in the management of the legion.

This is another kind of constraint, or insurance.

Hades, sitting opposite him, looked thoughtful after hearing his words.

Hades has always tended to be a reclusive techie, solving any problem by hand-crafting nuclear bombs.

His experience in Barbarossa also taught him that without proper equipment, they would not have been able to kill the alien lord Nacre.

Even in this world where psionic energy is everywhere and the warp truly exists, Hades still hopes to utilize the power of technology!

Although the extensive application of advanced equipment here involves not only research and development, but also issues such as raw material supply, casting, allocation, and approval.

But Hades still felt that it would be a wonderful thing if he could develop new technology.

If one were a Space Marine, his peak would be below the Primarch, serving as the second-in-command of a Legion, controlling the direction of the Legion's future campaigns.

However, if he were a technical sergeant, or in a sense, a nerdy guy, then his upper limit would be that—

Belisarius Caul!

Without an internal traitor, and with some Warhammer jokes, you can certainly produce more Prototype Space Marines to solve everything.

Ahem, no, if Hades, as a technical sergeant, develops new technologies and chooses to share them, then the wars he can "participate in" will not be limited to those experienced by his own legion.