Though Sean saved the girl and helped her pay off her debt, there was no way Sean would take her with him.Therefore, he handed over the girl to Ronald.Although Ronald was not a good man, he had no problem choosing between major issues of principle. Perhaps he would devour the girl if she stayed by his side, but it was much better than her being a prostitute and soliciting. At least she would have a more stable life.The girl was sound asleep in bed, and neither Sean nor Zander disturbed her.Ronald's wives cooked, so they went to the dining hall on the first floor to eat.The City-State Union's food culture was close to that of the west. The table was full of steaks. Sean and Zander had not much of an appetite. They ate while listening to Ronald explain Dorodo's current situation.Dorodo's mayor was Quentin Lewis, a Dragon Kingdom native who had been in office for eight years.Quentin managed Dorodo fairly well. At least there had been considerable economic progress. Dorodo's
Ronald introduced his children to Sean and Zander when they were eating.Ronald had many children. Sean did not remember them. He forgot about them after meeting them, but Sean remembered his eldest daughter, Lillian.It was because Ronald chased the maid away and left Lillian pouring drinks for Sean and Zander at the dining table.Ronald's eldest daughter, Lillian, sneaked into his bed while he was in the shower. Besides that, she wore... such indescribable clothes. It was nonsense!"What are you doing?"Sean let go of Lillian and asked with a frown.Lillian touched her throat in grievance and explained, "I... I didn't want you to be bored, so I came to keep you company."'Didn't want me to be bored?'How considerate!'Sean sneered and asked, "Is this your father Ronald's idea?"Lillian immediately knew Sean was angry when she heard Sean's question and cold tone.While helping Sean and Zander at dinner, Lillian already knew from their conversation with her father that these
"I'm not interested in you."Sean's tone brooked no negotiations.At the same time, footsteps came from outside.Sean grabbed the covers from the bed and wrapped them around Lillian. Zander was soon at the door, followed by Ronald."Commander, what's going on?"Zander asked, looking at Lillian in bed in shock."Nothing. It's just a small issue."Sean said casually.Then Sean looked at Ronald outside the door and snapped, "Take your daughter away. I don't need her care.""I'm sorry..."Ronald was smart. He knew what happened as soon as his eyes scanned the room.He rushed in, grabbed his daughter's hand, and pulled her out of bed. Then he nodded and apologized to Sean."I'm sorry. I'm sorry. I think my daughter misunderstood me. I only wanted her to be friends with you. Of course, if it turns into a relationship...""I'm tired. I need rest."Sean interrupted Ronald.Ronald had no choice but to say, "Alright, Mr. Lennon. Get some rest. You won't be disturbed again tonight.
5 a.m.The sun had just risen in the east, and reveille blared in Dorodo's city defense army base.3,000 city defense soldiers stood on the field, neatly dressed. They began running in a neat line on the field at the word of command.The team of 3,000 men ran orderly. Most importantly, they ran for a full hour.A five-kilometer jog for an hour was Dorodo's city defense army daily routine.They had to jog five kilometers every day, regardless of weather, rain, or snow. Besides that, no one was allowed to take the day off.Not only regular soldiers must run, but also officers of all ranks.The three chiliarchs were running on the field with their respective troops.Wesley was the one at the front.The two younger men at the back were the other chiliarchs—Anthony and Gregory.Wesley was 55 years old, Anthony was 35, and Gregory was only 32.Neither Anthony nor Gregory was married, let alone had kids. Only Wesley married and had a family in Dorodo. He also enlisted his only son,
Anthony said with a smile.Gregory did not say much but was clearly on Anthony's side.Wesley looked at the two and said, "Don't you have any complaints? The three of us had a chance to be the commander-in-chief, but Commander Lupin sent an outsider to be commander-in-chief out of the blue. Even that I can accept. I accept orders from our higher-ups. But how can I stand it when that person is a punk in his 20s?"Wesley said and snorted angrily. You could tell that he was furious."Forget about it for now. Let's hurry over. He might be waiting for us."Gregory reminded.The commander-in-chief's office in the city defense army base.Zander stood aside solemnly while Sean sat in the commander-in-chief's chair, flipping through the papers in front of him.These documents were about the city defense army's affairs over the last six months.Sean read quickly. He had an idea of the city defense army's situation.Just then, there were loud footsteps outside. They could tell it was We
Now that the morning training was over, some soldiers went to the canteen to eat, while others went back to their dormitories to wash up.However, more city defense soldiers gathered at the headquarters building.It was because many of them had heard about the sudden appointment of a young commander-in-chief.Besides that, the chiliarchs were currently in the commander-in-chief's office, arguing with the young commander-in-chief, who appeared out of the blue!"Hey, do you think the three chiliarchs are a match for the young commander-in-chief?"A square-faced city defense soldier said, looking excited.Another slightly younger city defense soldier immediately said, "Who knows? But a commander-in-chief is still a commander-in-chief after all. The three chiliarchs combined still have a lower rank than him. Could they intimidate him?""But this guy was appointed all of a sudden after all. He's not promoted step by step. I don't think he could do anything if the chiliarchs were to w
However, if so many city defense soldiers did not accept Sean as the commander-in-chief, he could use it to his advantage!Sean and Zander understood Wesley's intentions.Anthony and Gregory read his mind too.The atmosphere in the commander-in-chief's office was tense at the moment."What if I refuse?"Sean asked with a smile.Wesley snorted coldly and said, "I'd like to see you subdue so many city defense soldiers! Come down with me now if you have the balls!"Wesley was only talking tough. He did not think Sean would agree to such an insulting request.Unexpectedly, Sean agreed immediately."Okay, let's go downstairs and spar. I'd like to see what you're capable of!"With that said, Sean strode out the office door.Instead, Wesley, who made the request, froze in place. He did not recompose himself for a long time."You're still here? You're not afraid, are you?"Sean looked out the door at Wesley, who was still standing in his office, and said flatly."I'm afraid? I do
Gregory stepped back and gave the floor to Sean and Wesley.After all, the two would be putting on a show for them!Sean turned to Wesley and calmly asked, "Commander Jokerman, how do you want to challenge me?""You can choose, lest you deny it when you lose! Archery, swordsmanship, strength, and close combat. Take your pick!"Wesley spoke generously. Sean narrowed his eyes slightly, and a faint murderous aura came from him.He had put up with Wesley many times, but Wesley repeatedly disrespected him. He even spoke rudely. He was basically treading over him!It seemed he had to be taught an unforgettable lesson so that he knew there would always be someone better! "Okay, archery then. But since it's a challenge, there has to be a prize."Sean took two steps forward and said slowly.Wesley knew the highlight was here when he heard the word "prize".He was forcing Sean to agree by challenging him to pay some price for his failure.Therefore, he went on. "We do need a prize.