14: The movements of various forces in Mobei Province, offering congratulations!

Xu Yi smiled and nodded, a gentle light shining in his eyes.

He gently raised a hand, motioning for Wang Xian to sit down.

"Wang Xian, I have something important to tell you."

"Now, I have been promoted to Defense Envoy, and the position of General of the Eastern Defense Line has become vacant, requiring a capable person to take over my original role."

"After careful consideration, I believe you are the most suitable candidate. You have followed me for many years, and your capabilities and everything else are impeccable."

"Do not disappoint my expectations; I believe you can handle it."

The three Beast Saints outside the territory had already been slain by him.

Within a short period, there would certainly be no large-scale beast tides led by high-level fierce beasts attacking.

He felt very assured entrusting it to Wang Xian...

Wang Xian heard this.

A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, followed by an uncontrollable joy and excitement.

He hadn't expected happiness to arrive so suddenly!

But then it was replaced by a trace of worry.

"Sir, can...can I really do it? I haven't even broken through to the Martial Saint realm yet. Directly serving as General...is that not against the rules?"

His voice trembled slightly, clearly indicating his inner turmoil.

Seeing this, Xu Yi walked forward and gently patted Wang Xian's shoulder.

His tone was full of encouragement as he said,

"I believe your abilities far exceed the limitations of your cultivation. Rules are dead; people are alive."

"Everyone sees your ability and contributions. If anyone dares to have an opinion, tell them to come find me."

"From now on, the Eastern Defense Line will be entrusted to you."

Wang Xian listened and met Xu Yi's trusting gaze.

A warm current surged in his heart.

He nodded heavily and declared like a vow,

"Sir, rest assured, I will definitely not betray your trust! I will guard the Eastern Defense Line as solid as a fortress, not losing an inch of land!"

Xu Yi nodded in satisfaction.

He then transmitted a newly prepared list to Wang Xian via his communication ring, which detailed the appointments of the other Generals in the Eastern Defense Line and Central Defense Line.

He instructed him to go and convey it.

"Yes, Sir!"

Wang Xian bowed again to Xu Yi, then turned and left.

His heart was filled with drive...

And shortly after Wang Xian left.

Xu Yi was packing some personal items he was taking with him, preparing to take the "thunder ink" to the Tianchi City Marshal Residence to officially assume his new post.

A General hurried over, interrupting his thoughts to report.

"Sir, General Zhou Xianzong of the Western Defense Line has brought congratulatory gifts for your promotion to Defense Envoy. Do you...wish to see him?"

Xu Yi heard this.

Zhou Xianzong's image quickly flashed through his mind.

He was one of the three Generals of the Northeast Province, like him, and was at the late Martial Saint cultivation level.

He guarded the more dangerous Western Defense Line among the three major defense lines.

While his relationship with Zhou Xianzong was not intimate,

it could be considered harmonious, unlike his irreconcilable relationship with General Yang Xiong.

Now that the other party had traveled all this way with congratulatory gifts,

as the saying goes, one doesn't hit a smiling face. Both in terms of etiquette and reason, he should meet him.

After a moment's thought, Xu Yi instructed,

"Tell Zhou Xianzong to wait for me for a moment."

The General took the order and left.

Xu Yi then tidied his military uniform, which bore a nine-star emblem and golden dragon-patterned epaulets on the shoulders.

He then slowly walked towards the reception hall.

Soon after.

He arrived in the hall and saw Zhou Xianzong waiting patiently.

"Greetings, Defense Envoy Xu!"

As soon as Zhou Xianzong saw Xu Yi, he immediately stood up from the beast-hide sofa and bowed respectfully.

His eyes were filled with reverence and congratulations as he said,

"Sir, congratulations on breaking through to the Martial Emperor realm and being promoted to Defense Envoy!"

"This is a small token of my regard. I wish your strength to ascend to an even higher level, protecting the safety of the numerous citizens of Mobei Province. Please, you must accept it..."

As he spoke.

He began to take out from the spatial ring on his finger.

A beautifully packaged SSS-level light blue crystal, placing it gently on the table in front of him.

The crystal emitted faint streaks of lightning.

Absorbing it could enhance the intensity of lightning abilities.

Xu Yi glanced at the crystal.

He nodded inwardly but did not immediately accept it.

"General Zhou, I appreciate your kindness, but this gift is too valuable. You should keep it for yourself."

Zhou Xianzong heard this.

A hint of panic flashed across his face, and he quickly explained,

"Sir, this crystal is of little use to me. Only in your hands can it unleash its greatest value. Please, you must accept it; it is also a token of my respect for you..."

As he spoke, he felt quite helpless.

His 'colleague' who was once at the same level as him, and whose cultivation level was even lower than his,

had now not only broken through to the Martial Emperor realm, which countless martial artists dreamed of,

but had also transformed into his direct superior!

After learning this news from the news released by the council this morning,

he quickly prepared a suitable congratulatory gift.

He came as quickly as possible, hoping to curry favor with Xu Yi.

He kept regretting in his heart why he hadn't befriended Xu Yi all those years ago.

Martial Emperor was a realm he could never reach in his lifetime...

Seeing this, Xu Yi.

Smiled slightly and finally nodded, extending his hand to gesture for him to sit, saying,

"In that case, I shall accept it without further ado. General Zhou, there's no need to be so polite. Please, sit, let's chat."

As he spoke.

Xu Yi had walked to the table and gently waved his sleeve.

The SSS-level light blue crystal then entered his infinite storage space.

Zhou Xianzong also felt delighted seeing this.

He knew he had given the right gift.

After the two sat down, the conversation gradually unfolded. Zhou Xianzong cautiously probed,

asking Xu Yi's views on the Western Defense Line and whether he had any instructions or adjustments.

Xu Yi responded with a reassuring tone,

"General Zhou, you have guarded the Western Defense Line for many years and repelled numerous beast invasions; your contributions are undeniable. I am very satisfied with you."

"As for the affairs of the defense line, you can proceed according to the established strategy. If there is a need, I will naturally provide support..."

Zhou Xianzong felt a huge weight lifted from his heart after hearing this.

He understood that the purpose of his visit to congratulate had been achieved, and it was not advisable to stay long.

So, he stood up at an opportune moment.

Citing the need to guard the defense line, he expressed his farewell to Xu Yi.

"Sir, now that you are well, I am relieved."

"The Western Defense Line still needs guarding, so I shall take my leave first and not disturb your rest."

Xu Yi smiled and nodded, watching Zhou Xianzong leave. After his aura completely dissipated from the Eastern Defense Zone,

a smile of approval curved on his lips as he murmured to himself,

"Truly a rare talent..."

He was very satisfied with both the generous gift and the attitude of the other party.

However, Xu Yi's leisure time did not last long.

Just as he was about to get up and take the "thunder ink" fighter jet back to Tianchi City,

another General hurried over to report.

Many first-rate martial artist families within the nine cities of Mobei Province, as well as some influential figures,

after learning the news released by the council,

all came with congratulatory gifts, just like Zhou Xianzong who had left, to congratulate him on breaking through to Martial Emperor and assuming the role of Defense Envoy.

Among them.

There were even some old subordinates who had retired from the defense line to the rear due to various reasons.

As for why those second-rate and lower families didn't come, it was because their status wasn't high enough...

Xu Yi felt a surge of emotion upon hearing this.

He clearly understood the intentions of these people: they simply wanted to use this opportunity to get closer to him.

So that they could receive more care in the future.

A Defense Envoy was a true "feudal lord"!

He could easily decide the life and death of these martial artist families and others!

Xu Yi then instructed,

"Since they are all so thoughtful, then please invite them all in."

He ordered his men to bring all those who came to congratulate him into the reception hall.

He reluctantly met with them one by one.

During the meeting, Xu Yi gained a lot!

The gifts these people presented to him were dazzling, including precious cultivation resources and rare elixirs.

Among them.

The lowest-grade gifts were A-level, and the highest even reached SSS-level!

And they were all highly compatible with his lightning attribute.

This made Xu Yi sigh with emotion.

While social etiquette was cumbersome, sometimes it could bring unexpected gains...