Chapter 214: Chapter 214:The Count of Western Conquest
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Yao Xianming and Ji Xi arrived, and their presence caused quite a stir in the entire Gamma Military Zone, especially Yao Xianming’s. He was not only noble with an exalted status, but he also represented the capital’s affirmation and recognition of their military zone.
Along the way as Lu Yu rushed to meet them, he overheard the cultivators of the military zone discussing this matter heatedly. When he learned of Yao Xianming’s identity from them, he got a big shock.
The capital actually sent a War Demigod here. This showed how much importance they attached to the earlier successful battle to protect Lunan City.
A few moments later, Lu Yu entered the meeting hall, only to see Xu Qingguo sitting in the middle of that huge lobby, flanked by General Wang Lu, General Liu, General Li and a host of senior officers from the Gamma Military Zone.
And directly opposite Xu Qingguo sat a middle-aged man. He was Yao Xianming, and Ji Xi was sitting on the right side of Yao Xianming.
“Hahaha… Come, come, come, Old Yao. Allow me to introduce to you. This is our Advisor to the Gamma Military Zone, the Captain of the 4th Battalion, and the Deputy Major General of the First Military Unit, Lu Yu.”
The crowd that was chatting idly turned their attention to Lu Yu when Wang Lu took the initiative to introduce Lu Yu.
“I have already heard how Old Xu praised you and how you have made such a great contribution, and I thought you must be a very heroic personality. Now that I have met you today, you certainly look very impressive, full of heroic ardor.” Yao Xianming scrutinized Lu Yu closely, with a kind smile on his face. “Commander Yao, you are too kind.” Lu Yu replied with similar courteous formality.
Although Yao Xianming’s body was not releasing any aura, that stature of a War Demigod carried its own unique air that contained an extremely terrifying sense of oppression, giving Lu Yu a big shock.
He could feel that the man in front of him was a dormant wild beast. The moment he bared his fangs, he would surely give his opponent a fatal blow.
“Old Xu, you have a really good subordinate. He’s so unassuming that I envy you. Lu Yu, I wonder if you are interested in joining me? I can give you the highest level of treatment.”
Seeing that Lu Yu still reacted normally under Yao Xianming’s imposing air, Yao Xianming became increasingly more interested in Lu Yu.
It was really rare ror a cultivator at tne Great Grana master realm to possess such strength.
When the top brass of the Gamma Military Zone saw Yao Xianming personally making an offer to Lu Yu in their presence, they all got a big shock. In particular, Wang Lu was unhappy immediately. Lu Yu was under his command, and his most promising subordinate. How could he allow Lu Yu to be poached by someone else?
Immediately, Wang Lu started protesting. “Wait a minute, Yao Xianming. You are really taking great liberties here. You want to poach my guy in my presence, but have you asked for my permission?”
“This is the Gamma Military Zone. Watch your behavior!” Xu Qingguo reprimanded sternly. Then he spoke up, “Lu Yu, just as water flows to lower ground, people aspire to higher goals. You have the right to choose a better future for yourself. Make your choice without hesitation.”
Lu Yu laughed softly and then turned down the offer, saying, “Commander Yao, I’m afraid I have to disappoint your good intentions. It is better for me to stay in the Gamma Military Zone. This place is my home.”
As they said, remote places were beyond the reach of the federal government. It would be more convenient for him to stay in the Gamma Military Zone, where he could act with freedom. He would only stay in the capital if there was something wrong with his brain.
That was the capital of Flame Country, a place where powerful experts gathered in droves. It was prosperous and resplendent, but when viewed from another perspective, there were also a lot of restrictions. The upper echelons of Flame Country were always watching one’s movements closely. If any mishap were to occur, it would not be so easy to resolve.
Furthermore, he had offended the Ying family thoroughly. If he were to wander into the enemy’s lair with his current strength and status, he would definitely be squeezed to death. There were simply too many ways to get himself killed.
“Hahaha… Old Xu, don’t be offended. I’m just kidding.” Yao Xianming was also very slick and smooth and immediately changed to a smiling face. “Since everyone is here, I will announce the reward that the capital has prepared for the Gamma Military Zone.”
At once, everyone present stiffened with a jolt. Their expressions were solemn, with a touch of anticipation. They held their breath, waiting for Yao Xianming’s pronouncement.
A document with a red letterhead stated the contents briefly and concisely. The general gist was to express recognition of the merits of the Gamma Military Zone. It also praised Xu Qingguo profusely, issued some medicinal pills and cultivation resources as reward, as well as tens of billions of federal dollars in financial reward.
And the document stated a separate reward for Lu Yu. It was clear that Flame Country held Lu Yu in high regard.
Lu Yu was rewarded with 300 million federal dollars, and was further bestowed with a Heavenly Spirit Pill and a full set of S-class armor and weapons. This made those present gulped involuntarily, feeling very tempted.
Putting aside the 300 million federal dollars, which was what Lu Yu deserved, that Heavenly Spirit Pill was used to assist Great Grand Masters to break through to the War General realm. As long as the user was at the peak-level of Great Grand Master, taking this pill would give him an 80% chance of breaking through to the War General level!
After so many years, the Heavenly Spirit Pill had nurtured 10 War Generals for Flame Country. With a success rate close to 80%, it was practically priceless, and was incomparably rare and precious.
And that set of defensive gear and weapons were way too generous!
S-class defensive gear and weapons were already powerful in their own right. Lu Yu was rewarded with not one item, but a complete set. The combined power would be comparable to an SS-class defensive gear and weapon.
This in itself was nothing. The biggest reward was still to come. Even Xu Qingguo, who was still calm and composed, experienced a violent jolt in his body, his face full of incredulity.
Flame Country conferred on Lu Yu the title of a Count, with the count title of
‘Count of Western Conquest’. Lunan City was given to Lu Yu as his fiefdom, and
his descendants could inherit his title!
Wang Lu and the others were astounded. The federal government’s various titles of nobility were as followed, ranked in ascending order of nobility: baron, viscount, count, duke, marquis, prince. There were a total of 6 titles of nobility!
Although the count was considered a third-level title, the title holder was entitled to receive the federal government’s quarterly subsidy of 100 million federal dollars. Compared to the next three higher titles of duke, marquis and prince, it seemed paltry. However, it was conferred specifically on Lu Yu, and the underlying meaning was much more profound.
Even Xu Qingguo was only a Dus, other than Xu Qingguo, it could be said that Lu Yu’s title was the highest in the whole Gamma Military Zone. In the future, even Lu Yu’s superior Wang Lu had to speak to Lu Yu politely, and he could not simply order Lu Yu around at his pleasure.
Ji Xi’s eyes shone with a curious glint. Lu Yu’s title could be inherited, just like her father’s. She inherited the title of Princess from Ji Tianlin’s Prince title. She did not earn it the way Lu Yu did, which was through his own efforts.
Just as Xu Qingguo was engrossed in deep thought, Lu Yu said with a look of surprise, “The title of ‘Count of Western Conquest’ is too important. I can’t possibly accept it.”
“Count of Western Conquest, you are too modest. It was precisely because you were there, putting in such monumental effort to turn a desperate situation around that Lunan City was saved from the verge of collapse and successfully protected. This prevented our Flame Country’s territories in the western region from falling. In fact, because of this event, we have even reclaimed a lot of humankind’s lost territories.”
“As a matter of fact, I think that the title of a count conferred on you is a bit low.”
Yao Xianming laughed softly and said, “After this, I must invite you, the Count of Western Conquest, to collect your defense gear and weapons, as well as confirm your fiefdom..”
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