126: Kong Zhendong's solicitation

Along the way, Shi Yutang showed great care for Qin Shilei.

When someone showed him goodwill, Qin Shilei responded with a smile.

Soon, the two arrived at Commander Kong's office.

Commander Kong kindly said, "Shi Lei, I already understand your intentions. Please have a seat. The military's promised items will definitely be given to you, not a single one less."

After speaking, he told Shi Yutang to prepare the reward items.

"Hello, General Commander," Qin Shilei greeted, then calmly sat on the sofa opposite him.

Commander Kong praised, "Shi Lei, you are truly a hero of Nanzhuang City. With the Zombie King gone, recapturing Nanzhuang City is just around the corner."

Qin Shilei said faintly, "It was just luck."

Commander Kong continued, "We never hesitate to reward heroes. I grant you the rank of Colonel, and I hope you can form a special brigade to contribute to the survival of humanity."

"Colonel?" Qin Shilei was somewhat surprised that the other party offered him the rank of Colonel.

"Yes, Colonel," Commander Kong explained, "It will primarily be based on military soldiers, but it can also recruit excellent civilian Evolutionaries."

Qin Shilei asked with a smile, "Can I have full control over the special brigade?"

Commander Kong lightly tapped the table, "You will be the primary leader, but the military cannot have a one-man show. We will appropriately dispatch some officers to assist you."

Qin Shilei immediately lost some interest.

His 007 Corps and An Qian's 018 Corps were not yet fully under his control, so why bother with a special brigade that wasn't on the same page as him?

Just then, a graceful beauty walked in, carrying a teapot.

Commander Kong pointed at the beauty and said, "This is my daughter, Kong Qingshu. She is sixteen years old and not yet married.

She has loved martial arts since childhood and just advanced to the Bronze Realm the day before yesterday.

She has been pestering me, wanting to meet the top master of Nanzhuang City. You two can get to know each other better."

Kong Qingshu was wearing a red dress that perfectly enveloped her devilish figure. Her dark, alluring eyes held a playful smile, radiating charm, and beneath her perky nose, her moist red lips were sensual and enchanting.

At this moment, Kong Qingshu was looking at Qin Shilei with great interest, her captivating eyes full of allure.

"Sixteen years old?" Qin Shilei looked at the mature and sexy Kong Qingshu in front of him, wondering if young girls were really this mature now.

No, she must be more than sixteen.

Could the 'sixteen' from Old Kong's mouth actually mean twenty-eight?

Qin Shilei politely greeted the other party, "Hello, Miss Kong!"

But in his heart, he thought, "This Commander Kong is really going all out, even sending his own daughter to win me over. Is he trying to find a live-in son-in-law?"

"Hello, Qin Shilei. I wonder if you have time to give this humble girl some pointers on swordsmanship?" Kong Qingshu's voice was sweet and enchanting.

Today, when her father told her he wanted to find her a husband, she strongly objected.

When she heard that the person was the top master of Nanzhuang City, she reluctantly agreed to meet him.

Now, upon seeing Qin Shilei, she felt a slight flutter in her heart.

Although Qin Shilei's golden armor was a bit gaudy, he had sword-like eyebrows, starry eyes, and a graceful demeanor, truly a handsome young master.

Most importantly, his strength was astonishing; he was the first person in Nanzhuang City capable of slaying the Zombie King.

He perfectly met her criteria for a partner: someone stronger than herself and pleasing to the eye.

Under her ardent gaze, Qin Shilei tactfully refused, "My swordsmanship is something I've only just begun learning, less than a month ago. I truly wouldn't want to mislead Miss Kong."

The other party actually refused her?

Kong Qingshu was stunned.

She had been a pampered child since birth, not only from a superior family but also exceptional in every aspect.

She was also incredibly beautiful, a true goddess.

People had always revolved around her.

This was the first time she had taken such initiative to get close to a man, and she hadn't expected to be rejected.

Kong Qingshu chuckled sweetly, "I've practiced martial arts since childhood, and you are the top master of Nanzhuang City. You wouldn't refuse to give me some pointers, would you?"

Qin Shilei smiled apologetically, "Many of my abilities are powerful killing moves; I can unleash them but not hold back, so I'm afraid I might accidentally injure Miss Kong."

Kong Qingshu felt a little annoyed.

Was he a blockhead or a eunuch?

Such a beautiful woman like herself was actively trying to get close to him, yet he repeatedly refused.

Had her charm diminished?

"Do I really look that unlikable?" Kong Qingshu suddenly said pitifully.

"Uh!" Qin Shilei shook his head, "Miss Kong is naturally beautiful and comes from a good family. How could anyone dislike her?"

"Then why do you always act as if you're keeping people a thousand miles away?" Kong Qingshu's demure posture made even Commander Kong feel a bit sour.

Could his daughter really be smitten with this young man? Was his family's 'little cabbage' about to be eaten by a pig?

Qin Shilei stated directly, "I already have someone I love."

Although due to past relationships, he hadn't pursued An Qian and Zhang Xiaoli, he had no intention of attracting anyone else.

"Haha," Kong Qingshu chuckled twice, "What are you thinking? Can't people be friends unless they're lovers?"

While saying words she herself didn't believe, her eyes revealed a hint of disappointment and annoyance.

How unlucky!

Just as she was trying to start a relationship, the other person already had a lover.

Commander Kong said with some regret, "Since Shi Lei, you have no interest in my daughter, I won't force it. I just hope you understand my intention of closeness and that we can interact more in the future."

Just then, Shi Yutang walked in from outside, "General Commander, all of Qin Shilei's rewards have been prepared and will be delivered to his residence shortly."

After speaking, he placed several documents and a medal on the table.

This was the proof of Qin Shilei becoming a Division Commander.

From now on, Qin Shilei would be the nominal Division Commander of the 007, 018, 019, and 020 Corps.

Commander Kong said, "Tomorrow, I will summon the four corps in the name of the military and announce your appointment as Division Commander, leading all four corps."

Originally, the military's plan was just to casually offer the position of Division Commander, and then deliberately assign some troublesome corps under his name.

To firmly hold the Division Commander position, he would have to rely on his own strength to subdue them.

The military wouldn't lift another finger.

Now, to win over Qin Shilei, Commander Kong was personally advocating for him as the General Commander of the military.

Fearing that Qin Shilei might not understand the General Commander's good intentions, Shi Yutang specifically added, "With the General Commander personally stepping forward, and since the commanders of the other two corps aren't particularly strong, I believe Qin Shilei, you will quickly gain control of these four corps."

Qin Shilei nodded his thanks, "Thank you for the General Commander's kindness."

After some pleasantries, Qin Shilei left the command center.

When he returned to Chiyuan Mansion, the promised rewards, such as armored vehicles and rockets, had also been delivered to the front of the villa.

To win over Qin Shilei, Commander Kong had indeed put in effort.

Not only were the Tanks and armored vehicles of superior performance, but even the accompanying ammunition exceeded Qin Shilei's expectations.

This was not a time of peace; ammunition was very scarce.

The person delivering the items even leaned into Qin Shilei's ear and whispered, "Mr. Qin, Commander Shi had a huge argument with Commander Fan over this batch of equipment, almost coming to blows."

Qin Shilei understood and said, "Please go back and thank Commander Shi for his kindness. I appreciate it."

After the other person left, Qin Shilei casually put away some of the ammunition, then had Zhang Qiang arrange for people who could drive Tanks to receive the rest.

Just as he turned to go back into the villa, Mu Ziping walked over with a familiar figure.

Qin Shilei frowned and muttered, "It seems this trouble can't be avoided after all."