Chapter 883: I Refuse
"Never defeated?"
"That's just because he hasn't encountered anyone far stronger than him yet!"
"With his aptitude and strength, of course he wouldn't have any losses when facing opponents around his level or within twenty levels."
Jonathan couldn't help but argue.
Though he was already completely convinced inside.
His mouth still wasn't convinced.
And couldn't accept it.
So he spoke these contrarian words.
But there was some logic to them.
You claim to be undefeated, but isn't it simply because the opponents you faced were all within your manageable range?
That's just good luck.
If you had faced someone much higher level than you, would you still be undefeated?
However—
David glanced at Jonathan and said with a smile, "I knew you'd say that. Let me tell you something else. When Ling Zhan was only around level 20 or 30, he fought the Night Empress of the Demon Arrival Organization head-on."
"And he didn't lose. In fact, he fought her to a draw—until reinforcements arrived."
As soon as David finished speaking—
Hiss!!
The other four in the lounge all gasped in shock!
"Impossible! That's just a made-up story, right?"
Jonathan immediately refuted.
His face full of disbelief.
He knew exactly what level the Night Empress was.
Her power was comparable to the Rotten Witch Cathy.
A level 20–30 non-specialist facing a level 190+ Night Empress.
And it ended in a draw.
Who would believe that?
If you randomly picked someone on the Ten Thousand Demons Continent and asked them whether a level 20–30 Professional could defeat a level 190+ Professional—
They would definitely look at you like you were mentally challenged.
Because in their eyes, anyone asking that question has to be an idiot.
"It's not made up. I used my Special Ops Captain privileges to access core classified files in the Legion central database."
"The identity of this Demon-Slaying Legion Chief Instructor is now classified across all national military legions."
"Do you think there's any need to fake such internal records?"
David looked around at the group.
The others lowered their heads in shock.
Indeed, there was no need to fake it.
Such classified information—there's no point in forging it.
"Alright. That guy's just a born monster."
"Maybe his Demon-Slaying Legion will really pull off that SSS-rank mission."
David said.
He had accepted the reality.
If he had even the slightest reluctance before—
Then after reading this non-specialist's résumé and achievements, he had no words left.
Since the guy is truly strong, you have to acknowledge it.
Self-delusion gets you nowhere.
"Captain, I do have a suggestion."
At this moment, Jana the Priest suddenly raised her hand.
"Speak."
David gestured for her to speak freely.
"We don't have any missions at the moment. Why not request to cooperate with Ling Zhan and join the SSS-rank mission?"
"If we succeed, the reward would be massive."
Jana said.
"What do you all think?"
David didn't immediately agree, but instead looked at his team and said with a smile, "If we work with Ling Zhan, you know his personality—he'll definitely want our elite team to follow his command. Are you willing to accept that?"
After he finished—
Everyone's expressions grew complicated.
Though Ling Zhan's strength did earn their respect—
Their seniority was still clear.
They were also older than Ling Zhan by a lot.
Strictly speaking, they were 'elders.'
Asking them to submit to Ling Zhan's orders... was difficult for their pride.
"I'm fine with it."
"He's strong. In our Tigerkin Tribe, strength is everything. A true powerhouse has the highest status and all the women belong to him."
Alchi said nonchalantly.
In fact, many tribal races follow strength-based hierAlchis.
As long as you're strong enough, you are the king.
Alchi's father was king of the Tigerkin Tribe.
He had to face challenges every year.
If he lost, he'd have to step down from the throne.
His wives, concubines, wealth, and everything would be taken by the new king.
Alchi, as the tribe's future queen, would one day take many pretty boys as well.
So for her, it was natural that the weak obey the strong.
The weak must submit to the strong.
That's been the Tigerkin belief forever.
Seeing Alchi had no objections.
David smiled and said, "I have no problem either. I'm realistic."
Jana also softly said, "I just feel that this non-specialist seems reliable. Following him probably won't go wrong."
Elbert, the Vampire, didn't speak. He simply gazed up at the sky.
Jonathan was the one struggling the most.
But since none of his teammates objected, he could only sigh.
He had been way too arrogant earlier.
Now having to follow someone else's orders—it was a slap in the face.
But for the greater good—
If following this non-specialist really secured this mission, the credit would be tremendous.
Those thirty massive fortresses ruled by the Ten Thousand Demons Lords held critical strategic value.
Otherwise, they wouldn't be tightly held by the Demon Abyss.
"Alright, Jonathan, stop looking so conflicted."
"Who knows? Maybe he'll reject us."
"You act like he really needs us."
Elbert said indifferently.
As soon as those words landed—
Jonathan's face turned even uglier.
"If we're willing to join, there's no way he'd say no."
Jonathan said, "There's no reason to turn down five level-190 combatants."
"Okay, stop arguing. Let's just go ask him."
David stopped the bickering.
Then stood up. "Let's go—together."
The five of them arrived at the Demon-Slaying Legion's quarters.
They went straight to Ling Zhan and explained their intent.
In response, Ling Zhan gave them a calm glance.
Under the adjutant's incredulous gaze, he coldly shook his head and said:
"Sorry. I refuse your request to join."
The five: "..."