The Favored Son of Heaven

Translator: Exodus Tales Editor: Exodus Tales

The highest level conference room of the East Asia Military Base was a special place for the East Asia Military Region to discuss the highest military secrets. No one above the ranks of Major General could even be sighted within a radius of five hundred meters near the conference room.

Almost every time the highest level conference room of East Asia Military Base was used was during the time of war or a small-scale regional conflict.

Today, not only were Zhongzhou’s generals gathered in this highest level conference room but also the generals of the State of Korea, State of Japan, and various other states.

The highest level conference room of East Asia Military was shrouded in a depressing cloud. The faces of every general of various states were blanketed by a gloomy look, their eyes glued on the constantly changing images on the huge screen.

Sitting at the end of Zhongzhou generals’ camp, Zhou Huzi was holding a cup of tea, savoring the green tea with leisure. He was the only one who could still smile in the entire conference room.

Leaders of every state of East Asia were gathered here. It others saw them like this, they would find it somewhat odd. The terrorist organization had just carried out a jihad attack in Shengjing. And it stood within reason that even if this news had reached every state, it would still have been impossible for them to arrive here so quickly.

The constantly changing screen finally came to a stop as the dark room became bright again as the lights turned on.

Compared to the room, there was not much of a change in the expressions of the generals of the various states. Even now, each and every one of them had a solemn look on their faces as if was covered by clouds.

Zhao Huzi savored the cup of green tea as his eyes quickly swept through every general present here. Those who could come here were all real top dogs. Snake King – General Du Hen was personally presiding over the meeting. The specifications of the meeting were even more distinctive.

“Haha…” Zhao Huzi broke into laughter.* Who could have thought that such a strong lineup from the East Asian military would not be discussing matters of counter-terrorism or the revolt of some planet for independence?*

All of this was because of a serviceman with the rank of lieutenant colonel.

Generally, handling a lieutenant colonel, or a hundred colonels for that matter, would not make any general so much as frown or advocate such cautious handling.

In the final analysis, all of this is because of the fact that the man standing opposite to this lieutenant colonel was so strong that everyone had no choice but to reassess it over and over again.

“This lieutenant colonel had not been assigned yet.” Snake King Du Hen locked his fingers as he broke the silence of the conference room. “We must make things clear today, we can’t drag it anymore.”

With Snake King – Du Hen’s taking the stand, no one could continue to remain silent. For the moment, everyone in the conference room nodded and agreed.

Zhao Huzi continued to smile happily. They indeed could not keep dragging it out anymore. At present, the military regions of various continents had their eyes on East Asia Military Region, hoping to see how East Asia Military Region would deal with Qin Fen, this recruit who had brought glory to East Asia Military Region multiple times when Song Wendong was standing against him.

Qin Fen’s rank may be low, but if his arrangement wasn’t good enough, it might bring Song Wendong dissatisfaction, incurring the ridicule of other military regions.

“So what if he is the champion of recruit tournament?” Lee Myeong Jeong of State of Korea said with a hint of irritation. “He is just an insignificant soldier, nothing more. He might have offended the Earth Martial God, but both sides are simply not on the same level! Even if it was other continents, the generals there will choose not to offend Earth Martial God. In my opinion, it’s better to simply send him to Tibet. Isn’t there a farm in that military region? How about we let him be a logistics lieutenant colonel in charge of raising pigs there. I believe that the Earth Martial God would also be very happy. At the same time, even if someone comes to challenge him because of the hidden relationship, it will not have too much of an impact…”

“I disagree.”

A crisp voice interrupted General Lee Myeong Jeong’s words. Immediately, Zhao Huzi noticed that the source of this crisp voice was someone from the State of Japan.

State of Japan’s Major General Yasumoto Takeshi shot a look as sharp as a sword towards Lee Myeong Jeong, without hiding his disdain and anger.

“Qin Fen is an excellent soldier! He deserves a hero-like treatment!” Yasumoto Takeshi stood up and started speaking zealously, “He should have the brightest future! We can’t destroy the bright future of this young martial artist just because we can’t offend Qilin! I object! I firmly object!”

Looking at Yasumoto Takeshi’s reaction, many generals of other states were taken by surprise. This Qin Fen doesn’t belong to your State of Japan, is it necessary to defend him like this?

Zhao Huzi caressed his dense beard. Yasumoto Takeshi is as old-fashioned as ever. He had never taken the origin of a recruit into consideration, he always judged the things from the point of martial artists. And because of his love of talent, he has not been very popular among the military circle of the State of Japan. Otherwise, his merits would have been enough for him to be promoted to General or Lieutenant General a long time ago.

Several generals of State of Japan looked at Yasumoto Takeshi with dissatisfaction; each and everyone secretly crushing him in their hearts. Qin Fen may be a recruit who has brought prestige to the East Asia Military Region, but he isn’t our recruit. What will you achieve by offending Earth Martial God by speaking so actively?

“Yasumoto Takeshi is thinking too radically.” Lieutenant General Kun Bise of State of Thailand lightly shook his finger. “I think, since Lieutenant Colonel Qin Fen has such a promising future, it’s better to send him to a military academy for further studies. That’s the best way to give him a better future. Naturally, it will be easier to explain to the Martial God Song.”

As soon as this was proposed, many generals began nodding in agreement immediately. Although it was somewhat conservative, it was very suitable.

Zhao Huzi looked coldly at the faces of the generals around the conference table. This time, almost all the generals of various states, including many generals of Zhongzhou were nodding in agreement. On the other hand, the generals of the State of Korea had taken a completely unified front, none of them were in agreement with the proposal.

“I disagree! This may seem safe, but if Martial God Song doesn’t understand it? What if Martial God Song came here to punish him?” Lee Myeong Jeong, resting his body on the back of the chair, said, very dissatisfied, “Should we, East Asia Military Region offend Martial God Song just for an insignificant and so-called promising lieutenant colonel? Don’t forget that not only is Martial God Song’s martial strength terrifying, he also has disciples across the entire federation! These people worship Song Wendong as God! They only listen to Qilin! If and when Song Wendong is angered, they will gather and unleash their terrifying strength.”

The conference room sunk into a heavy silence once more. Most of the people who had agreed to send Qin Fen to the military academy nodded again. Song Wendong’s martial strength could already make the entire Federation tremble, and he also had a group of loyal fanatics. These people were in every profession and trade across the Federation. It would not be alarming to say that a huge strike could occur in various industries as soon as Song Wendong calls for it!

“Hei,” Yasumoto Takeshi’s sneer made the conference room turn colder. Suddenly, he smacked his palms on the conference table and shouted, “Lee Myeong Jeong, open your eyes and look at Qin Fen on the screen! What a promising young man! If he was your State of Korea’s recruit, would you still say this?”

As soon as he said this, some people in every group of various states nodded again. Zhao Huzi immediately noticed a gratified smile flash past the corner of Snake King’s eyes. In a very short time, this discussion had been clearly divided into three factions.

One was the State of Korea faction spearheaded by Lee Myeong Jeong, and some of the generals from other states. Their target was very clear, and that was to suppress Qin Fen. It would be best to kick him out of the military circle.

The second was the conservative faction spearheaded by Kun Bise of the State of Thailand. They advocated the moderate route. They would protect Qin Fen if they could, otherwise, they won’t. So to say, they were a group of generals who were standing in the middle and didn’t want to go deep into this matter. Their group was also the biggest.

And the final faction was apparently headed by Yasumoto Takeshi. But actually, it was the radical faction secretly lead by Snake King – Du Hen. Their goal was to protect Qin Fen!

Zhao Huzi was somewhat taken aback. Snake King – Du Hen seldom took such an obvious stand. What the heck is going on today? He is actually implicitly supporting Qin Fen!? Although it’s not obvious, it could hardly escape the eyes of conscientious people. Or maybe he is intentionally expressing his intention so that others won’t be able to guess his original stance.

I am so confused! Zhao Huzi remembered clearly that there was no close relationship between Snake King – Du Hen and Qin Fen. Furthermore, it was hanging in a balance because of Du Peng’s problem. It could even be said that Qin Fen and Du Family were from two different worlds.

After the Du Family clearly stated that they wanted to suppress Du Peng, Qin Fen still stood by Du Peng’s side. And with a situation like this, how could the cold-blooded Snake King – Du Hen still support Qin Fen? Zhao Huzi shook his head, slightly.

With Yasumoto Takeshi rising from his seat and shouting, Lee Myeong Jeoung also left his seat and shouted back at Yasumoto Takeshi, without a shred of hesitation.

Very soon, Yasumoto Takeshi’s supporters stood up, one after another, immediately followed by Lee Myeong Jeoung’s faction. Very soon, the quiet conference room turned into a fish market.

Zhao Huzi peeked at Du Hen. Du Hen, on the other hand, was quietly watching both sides squabble. He had no intention of stopping them, not in the slightest. On the contrary, a sliver of anticipation would occasionally flicker in his eyes. Maybe he was waiting… waiting for something that could help him decide how to proceed.

Just as everyone was in the middle of the heated quarrel, a distorted image popped up from the middle of the conference table. All the squabbling generals stopped quarreling immediately.

For the news to appear amidst the highest-level military meeting was proof in itself that something big had happened, at least in a sense.

“Shengjing has suffered a terrorist attack. A mag-drive flying car has suddenly exploded just over Shengjing. The victim of this attack is a young man who has been identified as Liang Tao, son of Mrs. Cao Rong and Mr. Liang Aimin…”

CRASH…

The teacup in Cao Bo’s hand fell on the ground as he stared at the projection in a daze…

A sliver of a smile appeared in the corners of Snake King’s eyes. Not many things could remain obscure in Shengjing. What Liang Tao was planning on doing by gathering a bunch of playboys was not some confidential secret. Nonetheless, other things could be deducted through this matter…

Qin Fen should still be alive!? Snake King pursed his lips in satisfaction. What a ruthless guy, he didn’t leave any room to retreat! Coupled with his rapid growth of strength and influence, he is indeed a genius worth protecting.