Online Game: Starting With SSS-Ranked Summons-Chapter 409: An opportunity

"Exactly. And we’re not really missing out on experience either," Jax continued smoothly. "We can deploy these awakeners to different rifts, while keeping some of the strongest ones with us to support directly." Jax continued with perfect manipulation.

The solution Jax gave was a compromise. Everyone was able to get something, which meant everyone was happy, regardless of their intentions.

One of the people who had previously disagreed nodded slowly. "So we’re essentially a taxi service for the weak ones, but keep the valuable fighters for our own team, whilst also doing our ’military job’"

"Exactly. Maximum gain for minimum effort."

Jax was appealing to their selfishness while serving Arthur’s purposes.

"Command will love the statistics. Hundreds of new awakeners protected, strategic resource deployment, enhanced force multiplication."

"Alright, let’s do it," The second-in-command decided.

Agreement through self-interest. Perfect.

Jax’s team returned to the main group with newfound enthusiasm. Their private discussion had transformed reluctance into eager cooperation.

"We’ve reached an agreement, we will use our resources will support your expansion operations. " Jax announced to Arthur.

Arthur’s smile remained hidden behind his mask. "Excellent. How many vehicles can you provide?"

"We can provide ground transport for approximately two hundred personnel."

More than adequate for current needs.

Gates approached from his orientation session with the newcomers. "The new arrivals are briefed and eager to contribute."

Successful conversion. Predictable outcome.

Arthur surveyed his expanded force with satisfaction.

"Formation plans, we’ll establish multiple protection zones across Michigan. Each location gets appropriate force distribution based on threat assessment," he announced to the assembled leaders.

Strategic deployment. Maximum coverage.

Maria stepped forward, her lightning aura crackling with excitement. "Where do you want me assigned?"

She is eager for participation. That’s a good attitude.

"You’ll be part of Dave’s group. You still need to gain some combat experience before independent operations."

Dave’s wolf-enhanced senses heard some murmurs among the crowd. "What about equipment distribution for the newcomers?"

"Those will be provided before departure." Arthur said, turning towards Jax who was already talking to his higher ups.

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Arthur turned toward Gates and selected fifteen of his subordinates with careful consideration. These weren’t random choices; each person had demonstrated both combat talent and courage during the portal operations.

"Follow me," he commanded, gesturing toward the headquarters entrance.

They nodded without hesitation, moving with the confidence of people who’d gained real power. Arthur led them through the marble corridors toward a conference room on the ground floor.

Inside the soundproof chamber, Arthur faced his chosen candidates. Their expressions carried curiosity mixed with anticipation—they understood this wasn’t a routine briefing.

It was clear to them that Arthur was about to say something important. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have brought them all into the private room.

"You guys represent the strongest members of our team," Arthur began, his voice carrying a tone that made the air seem heavier. "Good combat talent, tactical thinking, and most importantly—absolute reliability."

Their faces brightened with pride. Being recognised by Arthur carried more value than medals or corporate bonuses.

"Therefore, I’m offering you the one-time opportunity to join Power Guild."

The reaction was immediate and electric.

Their eyes widened, their breathing quickened, and excitement radiated from every person in the room.

Power Guild. The legend made real.

Everyone knew about Power Guild.

The first recognised player organisation, with exclusive membership, benefits that redefined what advancement meant. Joining represented ascension beyond normal human limits.

"We want to!" The response came in unison, desperate eagerness overriding their composure.

It was a predictable result.

Arthur nodded, having expected exactly that reaction. But the real test was coming next.

Now for the commitment clause.

"However, once you join me, you can’t change your mind. Either you follow me to my death, or you follow me to my victory. I will naturally not lead you to your death, you’ve seen how I treat those with me," his tone shifted to deadly serious.

Absolute loyalty. Non-negotiable.

The room fell silent as the implications sank in. This wasn’t typical employment—it was lifetime allegiance.

"While that might seem overbearing and go against modern contracts, you also need to understand that we aren’t in the same world anymore."

Arthur’s words were clear. A new reality meant new rules.

Arthur’s aura pressed against their consciousness, not threatening, but demonstrating the power they were choosing to stay next to.

"This is my only condition. As for joining, once you join, you will automatically become full-fledged guild members and skip recruit status entirely. You will not need to undergo any missions like others who are recruited,"

Carrot before stick.

Their expressions shifted toward hungry anticipation as he outlined the benefits.

"Full guild membership means infinite storage space accessible regardless of location. Skill sharing between members. Increased experience rates."

Each benefit worth kingdoms.

"Monthly events with opportunities to gain hidden classes—B-rank or A-rank for those worthy of participation."

The ultimate prize. Personal evolution.

The fifteen exchanged glances, their enhanced minds calculating benefits that transcended normal understanding of value.

Arthur’s smile was pleasant, but his eyes held depths that suggested terrible consequences for betrayal.

"Of course, those who might consider leaving after gaining these benefits..." He paused, letting imagination fill the silence. "Well, let’s just say Power Guild protects its investments very thoroughly."

Implication without direct threat. More effective than explicit violence.

The message was crystal clear. Join and prosper. Betray and disappear.

Understanding without words.

Jennifer stepped forward first, her Level 6 and talent making her the group’s unofficial leader.

"Sir, when you say follow you to death or victory—what exactly does that entail?"

"It means your loyalty becomes absolute. My enemies become your enemies. My goals become your goals. My success becomes your success."

"In return, you receive protection, advancement, and opportunities that normal awakeners can’t imagine."

"Sir, what’s our operational authority within the guild structure?"

Hierarchy questions. Professional concern.

"You’ll operate as captains after you join, and you will have command authority over new recruits. Your combat experience and proven loyalty place you above standard membership. Furthermore, you will also have opportunities to rise from being captains to more,"

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