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e si ieu muoir, er mi grans deliuriers
- You're more like a sand dog than a sand wolf. - Zumi commented on what she saw. - I've seen dogs do the same thing.
- I was thinking of keeping this trophy... As a memento... But then I decided that it's just... Not very appropriate, I guess...
- If you want, I'll give you mine.
- No... Thanks, but I'll manage...
- We're recording this to get used to detailed reports. - The Sensei ignored the spectacle. - In our business, any information can be useful.
If only he had a diary that gave experience for making such entries, and he could take out two traitors of Asuguh with one shot - Gen might have thought, if he knew about something like that. But he didn't know, so he just says to his buddies:
- Well, let's go to the city, and then everyone goes their own way, - he gestures with a nod and a wave of his hand. - Have you guys come up with a story about joining the "non-guild"?
- Yes! But most importantly, enjoy the process, because that's the heart of any collecting.

The instructor for the final part of the tactical course was a man named Roik Aizett; in the past, he was the ruler of Nanleb – one of the cities of the Haranian Empire, but he left his homeland due to ideological disagreements with the other leaders of the country, thereby leaving behind untold wealth and influence.
- ... Unlike the undead, people, especially those who are free, cannot blindly follow the orders of their commanders while maintaining high efficiency in their actions and decision-making, so maintaining high morale is essential; anyone who takes on the command of others must understand this, whether you are the general of a huge army or the captain of a pirate ship.
- ... It is important to know and understand who you are leading, otherwise you will face desertion or mutiny.
- ... When the enemy asks you to stop, it is the best time to intensify the attack.
- ... Brute force is better than any tactic; it is what inspires confidence in allies and instills fear in enemies.
- ... Threats are worthless if you don't prove your willingness to carry them out.
- ... The fact that you are a leader should be visible in your eyes alone; otherwise, neither your subordinates nor your enemies will respect you.
- ... Any questions?
-- Is it better for subordinates to know as much as possible or as little as possible? On the one hand, the less understanding, the fewer doubts; on the other hand, omissions breed distrust.
e si ieu muoir, er mi grans deliuriers
- Haha! Seriously! No, this isn't for a "rainy day," but for the good of Asuguh, - he turns to Hisoka. - So, imagine you end up at some customs, or at least, through carelessness or by chance, it comes to light and falls into someone else's view. And they'll think you're some kind of weirdo, and unnecessary questions will arise, which will ultimately lead to a breach of secrecy. So, you always have to think about these things in advance. Rely on Shiris, but don't be careless yourself. As I said to someone a couple of days ago, - Zumi points his fingers like guns and nods, conveying unwavering confidence in this matter.
- There's nothing wrong with that. - Zumi decided to explain to the guys. - Well, underwear is underwear, no one will ask too many questions about it - at most, they'll giggle and that's it.
- Well, let's go to the city, and then everyone can go their own way, - he gestures with a nod and a wave of his hand, leading them. - Have you guys come up with a story, by the way? About joining the "non-guild"?
- That's... a very popular trend these days... And I... I'll just say that I'm not ready for socialization yet... Given my circumstances, those who know me will understand...
- Well, yes... It does seem like Sensei mentioned something about physique... That it's better not to "bulk up" and have an average appearance... Otherwise, you'll attract unwanted attention... Ah! - Hisoka suddenly remembered. - I recall a story... There was once a spy who returned from the Haranian Empire, and he was severely affected by a curse there... His entire skin turned black, can you imagine? And because of that, he couldn't work as a spy anymore... Because he stood out from the crowd...
- There's nothing wrong with that. - Zumi decided to explain to the guys. - Well, underwear is underwear, no one will ask too many questions about it - at most, they'll chuckle and that's it.
- I'll say that I decided to "find myself."
- This is... a very popular trend these days... And I... I'll just say that I'm not ready for socialization yet... Given my circumstances, those who know me will understand...
—Perhaps you are right. About collecting... —looking closely at the saleswoman's name tag, he recognizes vaguely familiar letters in the foreign initials. —Excuse me for asking, but have you perhaps happened to know Inak from Onkaih?
Ничто не возникает из ничего и ничто не пропадает бесследно.
Если где-то чего-то убудет, то в другом месте добавится.
(Закон сохранения).
Unlike his two grandfathers, the current instructor was so captivating with his words that Ushumgall didn't even think about closing his eyes during the lecture. His gut told him that he was hearing something important, and Reik's words were etched into his brain more firmly than a chisel on a tablet. Kingaludd probably knew all this. Perhaps Felicia knows too... There were questions – starting with how he ended up in this situation, but for starters, it would be good to ask something smarter and more specific.
– Is it better for subordinates to know as much as possible or as little as possible? On the one hand, the less understanding, the fewer doubts; on the other hand, ambiguity breeds distrust.
- Of course! I visited Onkaih a few months ago, and that's how we met. He's a very nice man.
- I have a few free minutes, so yes, I can help.
- Let's start with some simple questions.
1. What do you do for a living?
2. How do you like living in the capital?
3. Do you enjoy being in the thick of things, or is there not that much news here after all?
4. Why is the newspaper called that? And the publishing house too (if it's not common knowledge).
5. How do you gather information for the newspaper?
6. How many employees do you have?
7. What are the criteria for hiring, and does membership in a guild affect this in any way?
8. What are the usual responsibilities of a new employee? Is it work in the office or helping to find information outside the office?
9. How much does it cost to publish a book or other printed material?
10. What would you recommend reading from what is available for sale?
- And yes, I also need your name," the young man added at the end.
- That's exactly what I'm talking about! - Genza snapped his fingers, then realized and buttoned his jacket, hiding his six-pack. - It's the little things that give it away. One person might miss it, but a particularly observant and intelligent person will notice, and then anything is possible. Even if they come up with something unrealistic, they'll still pay attention, and that's already suboptimal.
...
The kids reach the city. It seems it's time to part ways.
- That's it! And I just remembered, he did mention that you're from the capital. Inak said the same thing about you, by the way. - Realizing that he had said too much in the heat of the moment, he paused slightly. - Ah... I'm learning fishing from him, and that time we were just talking about interesting hobbies. Collecting shells, right?
- Yes, but not just them. I enjoy collecting many things. For some reason, since childhood, it seemed to me that there is something fundamental about it for human existence. It may sound absurd, but owning things is still more pleasant than not owning them, and it's even better when they have a special meaning for you, and then even a simple stone, even if it is useless in itself, will be more valuable than a mountain of gold.