15: National fortune rewards, lifespan extended

“The first Newly Promoted Lord in the entire world to upgrade his territory to Level 2 is Su Bai! If I remember correctly, his race seems to be the Insectoids, right?”

Guo Jing's eyes widened, his face showing deep shock.

It hadn't been long since this batch of Newly Promoted Lords entered the Land of Redemption.

How could someone upgrade their territory to Level 2 so quickly?

Moreover, this person was a Dragon Country Lord.

A Dragon Country Lord who was bound to a useless race.

“That’s right, I personally received Su Bai, and his race is the Insectoids.”

Wang Zhenguo trembled, his eyes filled with disbelief.

Even if Su Bai awakened an epic-level lords imprint, his companion race was the Insectoids.

An Insectoid race with almost no combat power!

This was simply unbelievable.

“This is nothing short of a miracle! Relying solely on enlarged Caterpillars, Seven-Star Ladybugs, and earthworms, he actually managed to collect 100 souls and upgrade his territory in such a short amount of time!”

Guo Jing exclaimed in admiration, his eyes gleaming with wonder.

Wang Zhenguo pondered for a moment, then said, “Did the semi-automatic pistol you secured for him have anything to do with it?”

“Absolutely not!” Guo Jing shook his head, saying without hesitation, “A semi-automatic pistol can only deal with Level 1 and 2 monsters, and you have to kill them one by one slowly. How could he collect so many souls in an hour?”

“Now that you mention it, another incredible point comes to mind. When a Newly Promoted Lord first enters the Land of Redemption, the number of wild monsters around his territory isn't large. It would be difficult to even encounter so many wild monsters in just one hour.”

Wang Zhenguo scratched his head, completely baffled.

This was truly amazing, how did Su Bai do it?

Could it be that he really cheated?

Thinking of this, Wang Zhenguo couldn't help but laugh at himself.

The Land of Redemption wasn't a game world, how could there be such a thing as “cheating”?

“No matter what, this is a beneficial thing for our Dragon Country. I remember that achieving the ‘First to Upgrade’ accomplishment will grant a certain reward to the lord’s country.”

As he spoke, a hint of anticipation appeared on Guo Jing's face.

Even a mosquito is meat, no matter how small.

Even if the national fortune rewards were sometimes insignificant things.

But having something was always better than nothing.

It would at least give people something to look forward to.

Moreover, perhaps with good luck, they might even receive some surprising rewards.

“You’re right, this is a good omen. A good start means things will get smoother and smoother in the future.” Wang Zhenguo’s lips curved upwards, his face filled with joy.

“You’re absolutely right. Su Bai taking the lead will greatly boost the morale of our Dragon Country. It’s a great thing.” Guo Jing said with a smile.

“Oh, and we must implement strict confidentiality measures to protect Su Bai’s information. Otherwise, foreign powers will flock to him like flies to meat.”

Wang Zhenguo thought for a moment, then spoke.

Guo Jing nodded and said, “Relay the order: immediately elevate Su Bai’s files and related information to the highest level of confidentiality.”

“Understood!”

Wang Zhenguo saluted, then turned and left.

Guo Jing gazed at the distant sky, muttering to himself, “This child, Su Bai, must be hiding something. It’s truly curious. Once the Beginner period (novice period) ends, I must ask him for a clear explanation.”

...At the same time.

The United States, Japan, India, Great Han Ming Country, Russia, and other countries around the world all saw this system announcement.

Their national leaders couldn't sit still.

They immediately issued orders to their respective intelligence departments, demanding that all background information on this Dragon Country Lord, Su Bai, be thoroughly investigated.

Of course, what they didn't know was this.

Guo Jing had already issued an order to raise Su Bai’s files and various information to the highest level of confidentiality.

Therefore, intelligence personnel from other countries were destined to make a futile trip, returning empty-handed... Just then.

Within the Dragon Country.

A voice like a heavenly melody suddenly rang out.

【Announcement: Dragon Country Newly Promoted Lord Su Bai has successfully upgraded his territory to Level 2, becoming the first lord among this year's Newly Promoted Lords to possess a Level 2 territory, achieving the “First to Upgrade” accomplishment.】

【Announcement: Dragon Country Newly Promoted Lord Su Bai, and his country—the Dragon Country—have received a national fortune reward.】

【Announcement: Congratulations to all the dragon country people, your lifespan has been increased by three months.】

The voice from the Land of Redemption echoed in the ears of every dragon country people.

Instantly, the entire Dragon Country erupted in a frenzy.

Everyone who heard this voice, without exception, was utterly astonished.

After all, this year's Newly Promoted Lords had only just entered the Land of Redemption.

Yet, so quickly, one had surged ahead, leaving lords from other countries behind, and brought rewards to the Dragon Country.

This was simply too amazing!

Many people stopped their work and called their elderly relatives to share the good news.

Three months of life, neither long nor short.

Young people might consider it insignificant.

But for the elderly, it was undoubtedly a life-extending elixir.

To live three more months meant more time with loved ones.

To live three more months meant possibly catching the next lifespan increase reward.

In that case, it was very possible to extend one's lifespan by one, two years, or even longer.

Compared to national fortune rewards like cutting-edge technology, lifespan extension was the simplest, yet also the most direct kind.

After all, for most people, cutting-edge technology couldn't directly impact their lives in a short amount of time.

However, lifespan extension was a tangible, most direct blessing.

For a time, the entire Dragon Country was immersed in an atmosphere of joy, excitement, and cheer.

Across the nation, all television media, self-media, radio, and newspapers were working overtime, urgently reporting on this event.

The vast dragon country people were already discussing it heatedly on the internet, live streaming platforms, and short video platforms.

“Long live the Dragon Country, long live Su Bai!”

“Our Dragon Country Lord is awesome, greatly boosting the morale of the Dragon Country!”

“Who knows Su Bai’s contact information? I want to personally visit him and thank him. My grandfather was on his last breath, on the verge of dying, but now he’s become lively again.”

“As long as the Dragon Country Lord continues to work hard, your grandfather will surely live for several more years.”

“Su Bai is truly amazing; he just entered the Land of Redemption not long ago and already upgraded his territory to Level 2.”

“I heard upgrading is very difficult and requires killing many monsters to gather enough resources. From this, it’s clear that Su Bai must be a god of war.”

“I really want to know what Su Bai looks like. My legs are 1.8 meters long; am I qualified to be his girlfriend?”

“I have a loli voice; Su Bai will definitely like me.”

“Su Bai is still fighting for the country in the Land of Redemption; he doesn’t have time to fall in love with you all.”

“Anyway, from now on, Su Bai is my idol, my only idol!”

In an instant, Su Bai’s popularity soared rapidly throughout the entire Dragon Country.

Even those top-tier celebrities became Su Bai’s fans.

After all, whether rich or poor, everyone wanted to extend their lifespan and live for more years.