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Ouro's words immediately startled MacArthur.

Too late?

He was actually too late?

He had thought he would be the first to surrender to Tiger King, but he never expected that, in Ouro's words, he was merely a latecomer.

How could anyone have higher awareness than him?

He had decided to submit to Tiger King at the first opportunity, after seeing Tiger King kill the Water Monster and weighing the pros and cons.

How could anyone see the situation so clearly and express submission the moment Tiger King made his declaration?

Could this just be Ouro's way of testing him?

Thinking of this, MacArthur tentatively asked, "Mr. Ouro, you are right, my awareness is not high enough."

"I just don't know whose awareness is so high that they immediately expressed submission to Lord Tiger King."

"Please inform me, Mr. Ouro, so I can learn from him."

This Mr. MacArthur's awareness was truly exceptionally high.

Ouro sighed and said, "Mr. MacArthur, it's really excellent that you have this kind of awareness."

"However, it doesn't matter that you're not the first to express submission to Lord Tiger King, after all, this is a decision that can change one's destiny."

"Gonzalo, he was the first to express submission to Lord Tiger King."

"Although this matter is not worth mentioning, as the first, this is the honor he should receive."

Gonzalo? The City Lord of Las City?

MacArthur spat fiercely into the corner.

This shameless fellow actually announced his surrender the moment Tiger King issued his declaration.

No need to think, the other targets of surrender Ouro mentioned were likely his own good City Lords.

Or perhaps some small places that were already under immense pressure.

These shameless fellows were probably just waiting for an opportunity to surrender to Tiger King.

But then he thought that Gonzalo had chosen to surrender without even communicating with him, the ostensible leader of America.

MacArthur still felt a slight sadness.

However, he immediately became happy again.

At least he had secured this 'first'.

As the former hegemon of Blue Star, America, even if it had to express submission, it had to do it the fastest and best.

Thinking of this, MacArthur smiled and said, "Mr. Ouro, you are right, the first should indeed have such an honor."

"It's just a pity that my comprehension is too poor, and I understood things a bit too slowly."

"How wonderful it would be if I could also receive such a distinguished honor."

Listening to MacArthur's obviously somewhat disappointed tone, Ouro thought he was feeling bad for not getting first place, and immediately comforted him, saying:

"Mr. MacArthur, don't be sad."

"Although you missed out on being first, as long as you sincerely express submission to Lord Tiger King."

"For Lord Tiger King, your treatment will all be the same."

"By the way, let's stop the small talk and get to the main business."

"As I just said, as long as you are sincerely pledging allegiance, gifts and gestures of goodwill are not important at all."

"With Lord Tiger King's power, he can take whatever he wants himself, he doesn't need you to give it to him."

"So you only need to keep your submission to Lord Tiger King in your heart."

"Lord Tiger King is incredibly benevolent and would never blame you for such a small matter."

This was also Ouro's true thought.

In Ouro's view, Lin Tianwei's strength was absolutely capable of suppressing the entire Blue Star.

If so, all the resources on the entire Blue Star were Lord Tiger King's possessions.

In this situation, talking about giving gifts was simply redundant.

As long as Lord Tiger King spoke, he, Ouro, would go through fire and water to bring back whatever Lord Tiger King desired.

Thinking of this, Ouro sighed again.

This time, Legisamon returned from his mission, and it was said that he had obtained an item that Lord Tiger King valued greatly.

Compared to himself, who could only cheer for Lord Tiger King at Tiger King Farm, it was like heaven and earth.

It was a pity that he was not good at fighting and simply did not have the strength to complete similar missions.

Forcing himself to fight would only delay Lord Tiger King's important affairs.

As for the future?

Once Lord Tiger King became the overt ruler of the entire Blue Star, he would not need to do so many redundant things.

With just a thought from Lord Tiger King, all the resources on the entire Blue Star would be his for the taking.

Leaving Ouro lost in thought, MacArthur on the other end of the phone frowned.

No need?

How could Tiger King not need it?

Even if Tiger King truly didn't need it, you're not sending it just because he doesn't need it? Aren't you a bit too honest?

Thinking of this, MacArthur tactfully said, "Mr. Ouro, since you say sincerity is most important, then you should not stop us from giving gifts."

"People's hearts are hidden."

"If even superficial work isn't done well, how can we talk about sincerity?"

"Mr. Ouro, please rest assured, these are just small things to express our sincere submission."

"They will only make Lord Tiger King happy and will absolutely not cause him any trouble."

These words seemed to make some sense?

Recalling the banners that had once hung in the farm, Ouro had a sudden realization and said, "It seems my own thinking was a bit narrow-minded."

"Other things are not needed."

"Since Mr. MacArthur wishes to express submission to Lord Tiger King, why not prepare a flag, a flag that can express your hearts of submission."

"When the flag flutters in the wind, I believe your intentions will surely be conveyed to Lord Tiger King's heart."

A flag?

This might be the best choice compared to other options.

After all, many things, if they were to be made temporarily in such a short time, and required the entire America to synchronize, that would simply be impossible.

Making a special flag, on the other hand, was very reliable.

Thinking of this, MacArthur also had an idea in his heart and said gratefully:

"Mr. Ouro is truly a guiding light, illuminating our hearts' desire to draw closer to Lord Tiger King."

"He has guided our path forward."

"As for the so-called narrow-mindedness, Mr. Ouro, please don't mention it again."

"You are merely caught up in the situation."

"After all, you, who have stood firmly with Lord Tiger King from beginning to end, do not need to express loyalty."

"Time waits for no one."

"Although Mr. Ouro and I have had a delightful conversation, and there are countless topics about Lord Tiger King that I wish to discuss."

"However, the most important thing right now is undoubtedly to prepare such a flag."

"So, Mr. Ouro, please excuse me for a moment."

To be honest, Ouro also greatly enjoyed chatting with someone as congenial as MacArthur.

However, MacArthur was right, the most important thing right now was not chatting.

But to prepare the flag that would express MacArthur's intentions.

Thinking of this, Ouro said with some regret, "That's truly a bit regrettable."

"Mr. MacArthur, please go ahead with your work. I look forward to our next conversation."

At this point, Ouro looked at the stars and moon outside the window and said, "Perhaps our next conversation will take place at Tiger King Farm."

MacArthur also nodded in deep agreement, saying, "I, too, eagerly await that day."

He then hung up the phone.

MacArthur sighed. Ouro probably couldn't imagine the transcendent status Tiger King Farm would hold on Blue Star in the future.

As Tiger King's original base, and even the birthplace of faith, it would not be an exaggeration to call it the location of a divine kingdom.

By then, being able to go to Tiger King Farm and listen to Tiger King's divine voice up close might be something worth boasting about to the entire world.

Collecting his thoughts, MacArthur immediately dialed Etna's number and said:

"I've generally inquired about the situation with Mr. Ouro, and he instructed me, saying we could prepare a flag."

"A flag sufficient to show our hearts of submission and loyalty to Lord Tiger King."

"I'm not very good at design."

"Etna, do you have any unique ideas of your own?"

"The matter of designing the flag will be the first mission for your Tiger King Special Task Force."

"A mission more important than preparing a large amount of heavenly treasures and earthly materials."

A flag?

Etna suddenly realized.

Sometimes, spirit is more important than material things.

Expressing submission to Tiger King from a spiritual level was indeed a very good choice.

However, looking at the Star-Spangled Banner fluttering beside him, Etna said with great hesitation, "General MacArthur."

"Are you truly certain?"

"Are you truly certain you no longer wish for the Star-Spangled Banner to fly over the land of America?"

"There are many ways to express submission to Lord Tiger King, and we don't need to choose the most tragic one."

How could MacArthur not know such a simple truth?

With a desolate smile, MacArthur said, "Etna, you are still a bit too young."

"We are different, or rather, our America is different from all other places."

"We have provoked Lord Tiger King's existence many times."

"If we don't do it more thoroughly, how can we express America's determination?"

"What's more, since we have already expressed submission, don't think about the so-called pride of America."

"From now on, there will only be one thing on Blue Star, and that is the glory of Lord Tiger King!"

"Moreover, do you still harbor any improper thoughts?"

MacArthur's words immediately startled Etna, causing him to say with a terrified expression, "General MacArthur, please don't make such jokes."

"How could I have any improper thoughts?"

"You are very right; since we are expressing our stance, we must express it thoroughly."

"Being two-faced will only harm America itself."

MacArthur nodded in satisfaction, stood up, walked behind him, and directly took down the Star-Spangled Banner from the table.

Under Etna's shocked gaze, MacArthur directly lit a fire and began to burn this flag that once represented America's pride.

Watching the roaring flames, MacArthur's eyes became increasingly firm.

Perhaps from now on, there would no longer be a nation called America on Blue Star.

There would only be a vassal that had lost its own flag and completely surrendered to Tiger King.

In fact, America's pride, along with tianqing no., Tiger-style, and Black Fiend, had long been completely shattered by Lin Tianwei.

The only thing they could beg for now was to survive.

To survive under Lin Tianwei's divine might.

No one knew what MacArthur was thinking during the time the flames started burning and gradually extinguished.

All we could see was that as the flames died down, MacArthur gradually changed from being lost to becoming resolute, saying:

"Etna, since you have understood your duty, then quickly go and design a new flag."

"A new flag belonging to America's glory."

Looking at the sky, which was starting to brighten, MacArthur continued, "Before dawn!"

"I hope to see America's new flag flying in every corner of America's land before dawn."

This task was neither light nor heavy.

The key was to quickly design a new flag for America.

Facing the task assigned by MacArthur, Etna saluted MacArthur with firm eyes and said, "Mission accomplished."

He didn't know why, but Etna suddenly felt some admiration for this leader of America.

He might be shameless, he might be despicable, he might deserve to be cast into the eighteen layers of hell.

But without a doubt, he was America's most outstanding leader!

Three minutes.

Five minutes... eight minutes!

As time passed minute by minute, the cold sweat on Etna's forehead also grew more and more.

As an excellent data analyst, his drawing skills were not very high.

They could only be considered barely passable.

But only he could complete this task.

Because this was not only his trial, but also the trial of the Tiger King Special Task Force.

Most importantly, only he could fully grasp MacArthur's meaning and design a flag that met his requirements.

Stroke by stroke.

Etna tried to outline what he had in mind through simple lines.

However, he found that this was something that seemed simple but was actually incredibly difficult.

Scrapped drafts crumpled into balls piled up around Etna, yet he couldn't find a single clue.

He could only watch helplessly as the paper was consumed little by little.

What to do?

What exactly should he do?

How could he design a successful flag?

Etna felt a splitting headache and was simply unable to complete this task within the allotted time.

Just then, MacArthur's call came in, saying:

"Clear your mind, return to your true self."

"Feel with your heart, feel the majesty of Lord Tiger King, your heart will tell you the answer."

"You just need to completely outline what's in your heart."

It seemed that MacArthur, sensing Etna was in a predicament, timely guided Etna.

Guiding his lost heart to find a bright path of his own in a pitch-black night.

Twelve minutes!

Etna's eyes gradually became fervent, his heart no longer lost, but incredibly firm.

The pen moved like a dragon!

Etna quickly outlined what was in his mind on the paper and immediately sent it to MacArthur.

"Good, good, good, very good!"

Looking at the design Etna sent, MacArthur exclaimed "good" four times in a row.

This design represented America's new flag, a perfectly fitting new flag!

He immediately relayed the order.

Burn all Star-Spangled Banners; at the moment of dawn, let the new flag fly throughout America! (End of chapter)