On the other side, at the headquarters of the Ferocious God Legion!
Long Tianwu's gaze shifted to another general, and after taking a deep breath, he spoke seriously, "Gentlemen, the reason we've convened this meeting is to seek your approval for something... I intend to promote the newly joined recruit of today to the rank of lieutenant colonel, exceptionally!"
Another general sitting beside him widened his eyes in disbelief and protested, "What? Promote him to lieutenant colonel out of turn? No, absolutely not! Such a thing has never happened in the history of the Ferocious God Legion; we can't break the rules!"
Although they were generals, they couldn't abuse their power!
Wouldn't such an action dishearten the other officers?
The other officers also frowned, evidently displeased...
Wouldn't this action negate their efforts?
One of the lieutenant colonels was the first to object, "Exactly, I disagree too. He's just a new recruit with no military merits accumulated. What makes him eligible for promotion to lieutenant colonel!"
Another major hesitated before saying, "I think General Long must have a reason for saying this; we should at least hear him out!"
After all, even General Long's daughter did not receive this privilege when she joined the Ferocious God Legion! It seems unlikely that the former would act purely out of self-interest!
"Hmm, I trust General Long's character, but a direct promotion to lieutenant colonel should be justifiable with a solid reason!"
"Even if there is a reason, he's just a new recruit after all!"
Long Tianwu, looking at these noisy remarks, remained unfazed, as if he had anticipated this response.
"Silence, I understand that none of you are keen on this, but before we continue, let's first watch a video clip," he said.
With that, he gestured to another officer standing by a Soul Guidance Device...
The officer got the message immediately and quickly activated the Soul Guidance Device. Suddenly, a huge light screen emerged above the conference table, playing clips of Xu Sheng's performance during his assessment...
For a moment, the entire headquarters fell silent as everyone watched the footage intently...
After a few minutes, the video on the screen ended, but a careful observer would notice that the officers' faces were etched with shock...
Especially the other general, who asked with an excited tone, "General Long, are you certain this is the new recruit who just joined today?"
Just a new recruit, and without using any Soul Power, he effortlessly dealt with dozens of soul beasts!
If he were to give an evaluation, it would be unprecedented!
Long Tianwu spoke gravely, "Correct, the assessment of this new recruit was overseen by Major Long Yuxue and Major Jiang Qiyue! There was no false information involved during the process!"
Upon receiving confirmation, the other general sank into deep thought...
After a long hesitation, he spoke with a hint of reluctance, "Even though his performance is indeed extraordinary, isn't promoting him to lieutenant colonel a bit too far?"
Long Tianwu's mouth curved slightly, "If that were all, it would indeed be too much. But what if this new recruit were of the Titled Douluo level?"
Upon hearing this, everyone's breathing halted abruptly...
"Titled... Titled Douluo??? How is that possible, he doesn't look over twenty-five years old!"
"Exactly, not even Shrek Academy could produce a Titled Douluo so young, right?"
"If this new recruit truly is a Titled Douluo, then he definitely has the potential to aim for the Hyper Douluo and even the Ultimate Douluo in the future, which would greatly elevate the status of our Blood God Army!"
"If what General Long says is true, then I have no objection to granting this new recruit the rank of lieutenant colonel!"
"I have no objections either. It's not excessive to bestow the rank of lieutenant colonel on a Titled Douluo level powerhouse!"
"Even if he hasn't accumulated military merits, with his strength, it's only a matter of time!"
Their previous displeasure stemmed from ignorance regarding the new recruit's background, assuming he had secured his position through connections!
But now, hearing that the other party is a Title Douluo level powerhouse, what reason was there to stop them?
Seeing the situation, another general hesitated no further and seriously said, "Good, I agree. We'll make an exception and promote this new recruit to the rank of lieutenant colonel tomorrow!"
Only then did Long Tianwu's heart finally relax...
If he had not obtained the other party's consent, he alone would not have had the authority to bestow upon Xu Sheng the rank of lieutenant colonel!
Fortunately, everything had gone smoothly!
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The next day, the Ferocious God Legion held a medal awarding ceremony for Xu Sheng, exceptionally promoting him to the rank of lieutenant colonel!
Not only that, but the entire process was personally conducted by two generals, which could be said to give him ample face!
Until he left, most of the officers would salute him by thumping their right hand on their chest and respectfully saying, "Lieutenant Colonel!"
Seeing this, Long Yuxue couldn't help but speak up with a sour tone, "Lieutenant Colonel, how does it feel to leap up so many ranks at once?"
Xu Sheng responded with a light smile, "Not bad, but it's surprising that those officers have no objections to this!"
Long Yuxue rolled her eyes, "How could they not have objections? That was my father… General Long, who specially gathered the higher-ranking officers yesterday to convince them for your sake!"
A glint flickered in Xu Sheng's dark eyes as she thought to herself, "So it's father and daughter, no wonder they both have the surname Long."
After a pause, she continued, "Alright, follow me to the special services unit!"
Xu Sheng asked in surprise, "You're with the special services too?"
He did remember being assigned to the special services and even faintly assuming the position of deputy chief!
Long Yuxue stood proudly, "Of course, not only am I part of the special services, but I am also the deputy chief! Of course, I got here through military merit, unlike you!"
Now that the two were colleagues, there was no question of one's rank overpowering the other!
Xu Sheng pursed her lips slightly, "I see, then lead the way!"
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Upon arriving at the special services, they found that Tang Wulin and Gu Yue were already there waiting early...
Both greeted with a respectful tone, "Good day, sir!"
Long Yuxue waved her hand, "No need to call me sir, after a month of special training, you two will also be considered as staff members of the special services!"
The addition of three capable officers to the special services made her genuinely happy from the bottom of her heart!
Seeing this, Tang Wulin turned his attention to Xu Sheng, curiously asking, "Teacher Xu, you've been assigned to the special services as well?"
Xu Sheng nodded, "Yes! I'm here as the deputy chief!"
Tang Wulin's eyes brightened, "To be our teacher at the academy and now our superior in the Legion, perhaps this is fate!"
Meeting her must be the greatest fortune of his life!
Gu Yue glanced at Long Yuxue, "I don't think it's that simple; it must be the superior in charge of the assessment who assigns us to that department!"
Long Yuxue covered her mouth to cough discreetly, "Well, if you and your teacher are going to catch up, let's save it for another day. Today, I'll introduce you to the special services!"
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