1364 Their Spirit Will Live on! The Pillar of the Empire! (3)

Di Qi dared to sell his younger cousin without any hesitation!

Amid the antic.i.p.ation of many, morning arrived. An announcement resounded in the entire base.

“All martial warriors, please gather in the plaza!”

w.a.n.g Teng finished his breakfast and went to the plaza along with Di Qi, Peggy, Wei Tong, and the others. They stood in front of the Tiger Strike Force; everyone was in military attire, standing up straight.

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The other martial warriors arrived. Raging Bear and Red Scorpion were not far. The two commanders—Berkeley and Haus—gave w.a.n.g Teng envious looks.

Being in the military, they couldn’t resist the temptation of the National Military Medal.

In the past, they felt that losing once didn’t matter, because they could win in the future. They would still get more chances.

In the end, w.a.n.g Teng had surpa.s.sed them before the chances came.

He had the highest glory, the National Military Medal. How could they compare with him?

Even if they worked hard and received it in the future, this would very likely happen numerous years later.

They felt bitter for a moment.

The commander of the Tiger Strike Force was a monster!

They lamented in their hearts.

The other martial warriors were also looking in w.a.n.g Teng’s direction. The envy and respect in their gazes were apparent.

More and more people gathered in the plaza. Then, the generals arrived.

How could they not attend the event?

General Cameron stood on the platform in front of the plaza and shouted, “Soldiers, let’s welcome General Fu Xinglan from headquarters!”

“General Fu Xinglan!”

Many people were taken aback with surprise.

He was a renowned general from the core of the military, one who had made great contributions on one of the defense planets and was also holder of the National Military Medal.

Furthermore, he was an eternal stage warrior. However, he stepped down after his breakthrough was achieved through some forceful means, and would rarely appear in public.

No one expected such a famous general to personally present the National Military Medal to w.a.n.g Teng.

The latter raised his eyebrows when he overheard some discussions. He was equally stunned.

“General Fu Xinglan will be presenting you with the National Military Medal. This is a great honor,” Di Qi said with respect.

Amid everyone’s expectation and excited gazes—a figure slowly appeared next to General Cameron.

It was a charismatic middle-aged man. He wasn’t handsome, a little ordinary-looking even, but his aura was exceptional. His white long hair was scattered over his shoulders; his eyes were calm and deep.

“This is General Fu Xinglan!” w.a.n.g Teng was surprised. He could see the immense amount of force and its glaring glow coming from the senior’s body using his Real Eye. He was on par with Bai Shanhou. He was also a powerful martial warrior.

Fu Xinglan felt w.a.n.g Teng’s gaze and looked down. He looked into the young man’s eyes with his calm gaze.

However, he quickly s.h.i.+fted his gaze to look elsewhere.

It was a quick action, but w.a.n.g Teng was still shocked.

Was I discovered?

No, the other party only noticed his gaze.

Round Ball’s exclamation resounded in w.a.n.g Teng’s mind. “w.a.n.g Teng, this General Fu Xinglan is impressive.”

w.a.n.g Teng took a deep breath and asked with curiosity, “What do you mean?”

“The general’s achievements are legendary. He had already won numerous wars against dark apparitions before he advanced to the eternal stage. He rarely suffered defeat and was considered the G.o.d of War.

“His military exploits were outstanding, and was bestowed the National Military Medal for it. He was merely at the heaven stage back then.

“No one knew how many battles he had won by the time he reached the universe stage.

“When he rose to the eternal stage, rumors were spread that he killed numerous devil t.i.tans and was greatly feared by the dark apparitions.”

Round Ball sent a large bulk of information about General Fu Xinglan to w.a.n.g Teng as they spoke.

“Oh my G.o.d!” w.a.n.g Teng cursed directly. He squinted and said, “Is he a bug?”

“You could say that. He was basically the man of his era.” Round Ball continued, “He has a high status in the military and the Great Qian Empire. I didn’t expect that he would be the one presenting the medal to you.”

w.a.n.g Teng nodded. He was in awe and felt proud about the situation.

It was indeed a great honor to have that general taking part in the ceremony.

General Fu Xinglan glanced at everyone and saluted. “I’m glad to return to Defense Planet No. 29.” Then, he continued, “I have fought here before; being back makes me emotional.

“Of course, I’m happy to see you all. You show me a different spirit.

“Before I came here, I was wondering what the army who defeated the dark apparitions looked like. What kind of army is able to achieve this huge victory? I understood when I laid eyes on you. This is a tough and fiery army.

“Achieving victory is not a coincidence.

“You make me proud.”

There was commotion among the martial warriors below. They all felt exhilarated.

Receiving General Fu Xinglan’s compliment was a cause for great prestige.

Everyone knew that the senior expert always meant what he said. He would never say polite words.

The men were only attending the medal bestowal, but they also received General Fu Xinglan’s compliment. It was a pleasant surprise.

The famous powerhouse lowered his hand and all noise disappeared. He then opened his mouth to address the crowd.