Chapter 137: First-Class Merit? Honorary Major Su Ping!

Chapter 137: First-Class Merit? Honorary Major Su Ping!

Huh?

Su Ping turned his head and looked at Liu Fuhai, who had a peculiar expression on his face.

Transcendent Skill?

What transcendent skill?

Blinking, Su Ping finally reacted in surprise, looking at Vice President Liu in disbelief:

"Is this the cultivation of a transcendent skill?"

Vice President Liu pursed his lips, his mouth twitching slightly.

He didn't answer Su Ping's question.

Instead, he silently looked up at the sky in exasperation.

Transcendent skills are within the realm of master breeders.

Only those who have truly mastered the cultivation of transcendent skills and achieved breakthroughs in the art of cultivation can be truly called master breeders.

But what exactly are transcendent skills?

It's incredibly difficult!

As the saying goes, even among imperial-grade beasts, not every one of them has the opportunity to possess a transcendent skill.

The effects and power of transcendent skills far surpass those of ordinary skills, and some even defy common sense.

Of course, transcendent skills also vary in strength.

Over the years, Vice President Liu's research on transcendent skills has never stopped for a moment! Especially in the past two years, he has devoted all his heart and soul to the cultivation of transcendent skills for the Ice Fang White Wolf.

However, there have been no results, and the combination of skill modules still hasn't achieved the extraordinary effect they were aiming for. The transformation has yet to occur.

This shows how challenging it is to cultivate transcendent skills.

But right now?

Vice President Liu could clearly sense the strength of this Thousand Wood Wolf, which was beyond imagination. Its final display of power left him with no doubt.

This was the skill module of a transcendent skill.

Yet, this young man still had a clueless expression and was asking such a ridiculous question.

However, Vice President Liu knew that Su Ping might not be pretending.

The cultivation of transcendent skills is undoubtedly a mystery to countless breeders.

Indeed, very few people know how transcendent skills are cultivated.

When Vice President Liu had previously given lectures, he had only touched on the subject briefly.

Not only novice and intermediate breeders but also some advanced breeders have limited knowledge of transcendent skill cultivation.

Watching the live footage, the logistics and medical teams had already arrived and were taking away the beastmasters who had fainted. This marked the end of the competition with a very unique conclusion. After a pause, Vice President Liu finally couldn't hold back and asked:

"If you don't know how it was discovered, then how did you find it?"

Su Ping hadn't been entirely clear about it before. He only knew that the skill composed of the Solar Formula, according to the theory, would undergo a transformation. But he never imagined that this transformation would be of this nature.

Transcendent skill?

So, the final composition of the Solar Formula is a transcendent skill?

Hearing Old Liu's question, Su Ping didn't hide anything. With the Thousand Wood Wolf born from his cultivation, he was the source, and Su Ping wasn't worried.

He also trusted Old Liu's character.

As it turned out, his trust was misplaced. Old Liu's cheeks twitched, and he finally sighed helplessly, speaking softly:

"Besides me, this matter can only be discussed with Qin Erlong and Miss Qin. No one else is allowed to reveal it to the outside world. Later, I'll inform Zhao De Guang, and all those who witnessed this battle will have to sign a partial confidentiality agreement."

Su Ping was taken aback and looked at the old man with suspicion:

"Is it that serious? Is it necessary?"

Old Liu glanced at the young man who didn't understand the gravity of the situation and shook his head in exasperation:

"Although your discovery may largely be due to luck, we can't rule out the intentions of others. Of course, it's unlikely that many people will understand what's going on right now, but we can't take any chances."

Su Ping had no idea what 'one in a million' meant.

But Vice President Liu understood better than anyone.

This 'one in a million' referred to an event from twenty years ago, when a person rose to fame from obscurity by cultivating the Sand Devouring Dragon and its transcendent skill, 'Sand Stomach.'

That person is now the Holy Dragon Lord of Dragon Nation.

After ascending to power, he initiated sweeping reforms over the past few years, transforming the nation into a renewed state, if not a completely different one.

Vice President Liu knew better than anyone that the ancient noble families resented the Holy Dragon Lord but could do nothing about it.

Therefore, Dragon Nation couldn't afford to have another Holy Dragon Lord.

Even though the chances are slim, perhaps only one in ten or one in a hundred, the initial success doesn't guarantee continued growth and achievements.

But, as the saying goes, better safe than sorry. The ancient noble families probably thought the same.

Fortunately.

Vice President Liu looked around.

Very few people truly understood what had happened.

For the vast majority of people, the final burst of the Thousand Wood Wolf was merely an extremely powerful trump card skill.

Nothing more, nothing less.

As long as this Breeder continued to steer the conversation in this direction, no one would suspect anything else.

Super Rank Skills were something countless Beastmasters could only dream of.

"Remember, don't tell anyone about this. Even if you need to make it public, do it at the Breeder Tournament. Understand?"

Seeing Old Liu's solemn expression, Su Ping finally realized, belatedly, that the thing he had created seemed to have exceeded his expectations.

Su Ping nodded.

Liu Fuhai didn't say anything more.

It seemed like Liu, the vice-chairman, was just casually chatting, but his excited and beaming expression returned.

On the screen, the final score was tallied!

"The Legion Competition has concluded! This competition has been successfully completed, and the rankings will be determined based on the final scores!"

The chief of staff's voice echoed as the remaining Beastmasters, who had been knocked unconscious, were carried out.

Under the holy light of 'Holy Light Bamboo', which had reached the Sovereign Rank, all the Beastmasters from the legion who had fainted at the end, including Sun Xiao, regained consciousness.

Sun Xiao looked around in a daze, then seemed to remember something, and only then did he see the equally recovered Er Zhuang, letting out a sigh of relief.

However, Sun Xiao soon noticed something amiss.

At this moment, Er Zhuang's rank had changed.

The previous Commander Sixth Rank had dropped to Commander Fifth Rank after waking up.

Sun Xiao thought back to the final scene.

What had happened? He didn't know, and he suspected that only the Breeder, Su Ping, would be able to answer this question.

Nevertheless, the legion's final announcement wouldn't be halted by his thoughts.

The chief of staff's voice echoed again from above:

"Next, we will proceed with the ranking and awards ceremony. The teams and their respective commanders called upon will come up to the stage to receive their awards!"

"First place, Wolf Timber Team! Awarded a group Second-Class Merit and individual Second-Class Merits for each member! Each member receives 8,000 Battle Valor Points!"

Undoubtedly, there was not a single person who had any objections to the first-place winner of this competition.

During the competition, the Wolf Timber Team and the mysterious Evolved Beast had thoroughly impressed everyone.

They had completely dominated the competition.

It would have been unimaginable if the Wolf Timber Team hadn't taken first place.

The rewards were enough to make everyone's eyes light up.

Not only did they receive a group Second-Class Merit, but each member also got an individual Second-Class Merit?

This was a stepping stone for promotion. Perhaps in the near future, these individuals might see their ranks rise by one level.

Additionally, the 8,000 Battle Valor Points were an unimaginable fortune.

"Second place, Black Tiger Team! Awarded a group Third-Class Merit and individual Third-Class Merits for each member! Each member receives 5,000 Battle Valor Points!"

Undeniably, the rewards for second place were significantly lower.

"Third place, Shadow Panther Team! Awarded a group Third-Class Merit and individual Third-Class Merits for each member! Each member receives 3,000 Battle Valor Points!"

Surprisingly, the gap between third and second place wasn't that significant.

"Fourth place, Snow Wolf Squad! Awarded individual Third-Class Merits for each member! Each member receives 1,500 Battle Valor Points!"

The fourth-place winner, however, was unexpected.

Snow Wolf Squad!

The final Snow Wolf Squad had survived until the end, so they received 10 points for each surviving member, in addition to the 10 points for being the last surviving team, defeating the closely-ranked Tree Python Team and Tree Ape Team.

They became the fourth-place winners.

"Fifth place, Tree Ape Team..."

Finally, the five teams and their respective commanders stepped onto the stage.

It was evident that Zhang Lie's cheeks were flushed with joy, his smile brighter than the sun the day before.

Unfortunately, no one was willing to pay him any attention.

After they left the stage, everyone's gaze shifted to the next group of figures who were about to make their entrance.

The legion had made a promise.

In this external breeding competition, the breeders who achieved rankings would also receive military rewards.

And now was the time for those rewards to be presented.

The others weren't of much interest, but among them was a name that had become well-known to them over the past two days.

Su Ping!

At the age of eighteen or nineteen, he had bred the new Evolved Beast for the Wolf Timber Team.

This new Evolved Beast had shone brilliantly during the legion competition.

Anyone could guess that in the future, especially in Jianghai Province and some other provinces in the east, Su Ping's name would likely spread within certain circles.

Unfortunately, Su Ping hadn't sat with the other breeders, instead sitting on the other side, making it difficult for those who wanted to approach him, establish connections, or even poach him to make their move.

Of course, perhaps this was precisely what Vice President Liu had anticipated, and he had prepared in advance for these villains' schemes.

As expected, they didn't have to wait long before the Chief of Staff's voice sounded again:

"Next, please invite the Wolf Trainer from the Tree Ape Team, Su Ping, the Tiger Trainer from the Black Tiger Team, Mo Tu, the Leopard Trainer from the Shadow Leopard Team, Bai Ying, the Wolf Trainer from the Snow Wolf Team, Rong Qiu Rong, and the Ape Trainer from the Tree Ape Team, Li Sen Lin, to come on stage."

Su Ping stood up from his seat and, amidst the peculiar gazes of everyone, unlike the other trainers, took just three steps to reach the side of the Chief of Staff.

Even this person was slightly startled, but quickly recovered and smiled faintly without saying anything.

After the five trainers assembled, the Chief of Staff's voice sounded again:

"Please invite General Zhao to present awards to the outstanding trainers who have cooperated with the Legion!"

Zhao De Guang stood up and came before the group.

However, this time, he started with the last trainer, a man in his thirties named Li Sen Lin.

"The Tree Ape Trainer, Li Sen Lin, has trained the Azure Cloud Baboon, leading the Tree Ape Team's elite squad to a remarkable fifth-place finish.

Therefore, the Legion bestows upon him a Third-Class Merit Medal and 5,000 battle merit points for exchange!"

The reward was already impressive, and he even received a Third-Class Merit Medal!

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However, it was evident that this trainer named Li Sen Lin seemed slightly disappointed.

"The Snow Wolf Trainer, Rong Qiu, has trained the Frostwater Wolf, leading the Snow Wolf Team's elite squad to an excellent fourth-place finish.

Therefore, the Legion bestows upon her a Third-Class Merit Medal and 10,000 battle merit points for exchange!

Furthermore, she is granted the privilege of cooperating with the Legion and recommending suitable members for priority admission into the Legion!"

Zhao De Guang presented the Third-Class Merit Medal to Rong Qiu.

"Congratulations, Miss Rong Qiu."

Rong Qiu's expression remained extremely calm, and she merely nodded.

Su Ping, standing by her side, couldn't help but wonder.

Did this trainer from Northern Cold Province know people in the Legion?

Su Ping didn't bother to inquire further.

"The Shadow Leopard Trainer, Bai Ying, is awarded a Third-Class Merit Medal and 8,000 battle merit points for exchange!

Additionally, after deliberation within the Legion, you are granted the honorary rank of Lieutenant within the Legion! You will enjoy all the privileges of an officer of this rank, and you can enter the Legion at any time. Upon joining the Legion, your honorary rank will be promoted by one level!"

Instantly, countless gazes of envy and jealousy turned towards Bai Ying, a man in his thirties.

In the end, for these trainers, the most crucial aspect of this Legion's first grand competition was the honorary military rank!

This was the very reason all the trainers had come.

Unfortunately, only the top three trainers seemed to be eligible.

They could enjoy all the benefits of the Legion without having to undergo joint training or go on missions. Who could refuse such a sweet deal of reaping rewards without labor? Not to mention, if possible, they could enter the Legion at any time and even have their rank promoted.

Naturally, most people wouldn't choose to join directly; taking the rewards without the work was the dream of many.

For this senior trainer named Bai Ying, even if he were to join the Legion as a Captain, he probably wouldn't do it.

Without giving the others too much time to feel envious,

Zhao De Guang approached Su Ping:

"The Tiger Trainer from the Black Tiger Team, Mo Tu, is awarded a Second-Class Merit Medal and 8,000 battle merit points for exchange!

Additionally, after deliberation within the Legion, you are granted the honorary rank of Lieutenant within the Legion! You will enjoy all the privileges of an officer of this rank, and you can enter the Legion at any time. Upon joining the Legion, your honorary rank will be promoted by one level!"

"Thank you, General Zhao!"

Mo Tu was a man in his sixties, yet he didn't appear old. Clearly, his beastmaster skills were exceptional, and he seemed to be acquainted with General Zhao.

He didn't exhibit the restraint of an ordinary person.

Finally, Zhao De Guang slowly approached Su Ping.

Even Su Ping subconsciously held his breath.

It was finally his turn.

All eyes turned to Su Ping.

They, too, wanted to know what rewards this young trainer, the first-place winner of the Legion's first grand competition, would receive from the Legion.

A First-Class Merit was unlikely, as the conditions for it were extremely challenging.

For a single competition, it was difficult to achieve, which was why the Wolf Team previously only had one collective Second-Class Merit and one individual Second-Class Merit.

However, amidst the expectant gazes, General De Guang slightly smiled and announced, "The Wolf Trainer from the Wolf Team, Su Ping, is awarded a First-Class Merit Medal and 10,000 battle merit points for exchange!

Additionally, after deliberation within the Legion, you are granted the honorary rank of Major within the Legion! You will enjoy all the privileges of an officer of this rank, and you can enter the Legion at any time. Upon joining the Legion, your honorary rank will be promoted by one level!"

As he spoke, Zhao De Guang presented a First-Class Merit Medal, a badge representing the honorary rank of Major.

With a beaming smile, he turned to Su Ping: "Su Breeder, stand tall! This is a man's most glorious moment!"

At this moment, Su Ping was completely dumbfounded, looking at the smiling Zhao Deguang with uncertainty.

"First-Class Merit?" he asked.

Zhao Deguang nodded with a smile, "Yes, third is Third-Class Merit, second is Second-Class Merit, and first is First-Class Merit. Isn't this the right thing to do?"

The right thing to do?

What nonsense! Su Ping already felt unworthy of the honorary military rank of Honorary Lieutenant.

And now, a First-Class Merit?

Facing Zhao Deguang's beaming gaze, Su Ping wanted to ask this General Zhao, "Am I worthy?"

Even the people below, including Liu Fuhai, were stunned.

Old Liu narrowed his eyes slightly, turning his head towards Qin Erlong:

"Old Qin, do you think Old Zhao is trying to poach talent?"

Qin Erlong rolled his eyes at this old buddy.

Damn, this old guy already has a persecution complex.

He sees everyone as a potential talent poacher.

But...

Qin Erlong also looked at Zhao Deguang with suspicion: "Something's not right. By the way, when you visited Old Zhao's family, did he have a daughter, granddaughter, or niece?"

Liu Fuhai gave this old guy a glare.

You're not that powerful either.

However, there was definitely something fishy about this. The two old foxes exchanged a glance, sensing that there was more to the story.

In fact, the two old guys' suspicions were not unfounded.

After everyone's astonishment, shock, and confusion, Zhao Deguang pinned the First-Class Merit medal on Su Ping and officially bestowed upon him the honorary rank of Lieutenant. Then, straightening Su Ping's collar, he said softly:

"Before you leave, come to my office. I have something to discuss with you."

Discuss?

Discuss what? Su Ping wondered, and Liu Fuhai and Qin Erlong were even more curious.

So, the three of them went to the office together.

Zhao Deguang looked at the two men, who were eyeing him with suspicion, as he shielded Su Ping like a mother hen, speechless: "What are you two up to?"

"Old Zhao, you don't have any unmarried granddaughters or nieces, do you?"

"Old Zhao, it's not easy for a breeder to emerge from Jianghai. You can't make things worse!"

"..."

Old Zhao's eyebrows furrowed slightly as he looked at these two old guys, wondering what nonsense they were spouting.

"I'm here to talk to Su Ping about serious business. There's no room for your petty thoughts. Get out, get out, I want to talk to Su Ping alone."

After receiving Old Zhao's assurance, although the two were still a bit worried, they eventually left the office.

After all, this was his territory.

As the door closed, Zhao Deguang turned to Su Ping, who was now a bit tense.

He had to be tense!

This was a general! His Beastmaster Battalion was one of the main forces in the east, and he was a big shot within the legion.

Moreover, he was a big shot in the legion, and since his father had also served in the military, Su Ping held him in high regard.

However, Su Ping was also curious. Why would this legion commander, whom he had never interacted with before, have business with a small breeder like him?

Even if there was business, why would he come to him?

"Su Ping, relax."

Noticing Su Ping's nervousness, Zhao Deguang tried to ease the seriousness on his face and smiled:

"I know you're a bit confused. According to the rules, even in a legion's competition, unless there are special circumstances, there wouldn't be a First-Class Merit awarded, let alone giving an outsider who isn't even part of the legion's formal organization, a First-Class Merit!"

After a pause, Zhao Deguang continued:

"So, I also want to ask a favor of you."

Su Ping raised an eyebrow, but before he could respond, Zhao Deguang continued with a smile:

"Of course, don't misunderstand. Whether you agree or not, this First-Class Merit is yours, and no one can take it away or say anything about it! But I simply feel that this matter will also be beneficial to you if you are selected."

Indeed, as Zhao Deguang explained, Su Ping became interested.

"What's the matter?"

Zhao Deguang smiled slightly: "Recently, the higher-ups want to establish a new Beastmaster Corps. At that time, they will need to select breeders to focus on researching the breeding and evolution methods of specific beasts to meet the requirements of the Beastmaster Corps. The legion commanders from various provinces and regions will each have a recommendation slot..."

(End of Chapter)

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