Luo Ping personally brought Jiang Kai to the military headquarters' back garden pavilion and poured him some tea.
While brewing tea, Luo Ping said, "Our Huaxia, ah, tea culture has a long history. Even after arriving at Ghost Star, the gourmets still figured out how to cultivate tea leaves."
"Ah ya, I really feel proud to be a Huaxia person, don't you think, Jiang Kai?"
Jiang Kai frowned, watching Luo God getting sentimental over there.
This sudden patriotic education felt a bit forced. Looks like it's confirmed he's either treacherous or scheming!
The military, after all, basically handled all matters related to Huaxia. Probably they had something they wanted him to do.
"Luo God, I don't really know much about tea... do you have something to ask me to do?"
Luo Ping, out of character, said with a beaming smile, "Hahahaha, everyone says this kid is smart. Since you asked, then I won't beat around the bush."
"Let me ask you first—right now, I don't feel any national soul enhancement. Does that mean your national soul still hasn't taken effect?"
Jiang Kai nodded. "It really hasn't taken effect. Maybe the total score for clearing levels is still too low."
Luo Ping nodded. "Currently, no other country has activated their national soul either."
After thinking for a bit, Luo Ping said, "You should know the Mortal Nation War is about to start, right?"
Jiang Kai nodded to indicate he knew about this matter.
Luo Ping continued, "Right now, we have a theory—that maybe the fifth country to discover the War God's Ruins might also receive a national soul boost."
Jiang Kai thought for a moment. "So, Luo God wants me to go find the War God's Ruins?"
Thinking it over, Jiang Kai looked troubled. "Luo God, it's not that I'm unwilling. The key is, last time I found the Hidden Goddess was honestly just a coincidence."
"You're saying the War God's Ruins don't even have an approximate area. Ghost Star is so big—where am I supposed to start looking?"
"Besides, you also said, whether the later countries to discover the War God's Ruins can receive rewards is just speculation. To put in so much effort, only to maybe get nothing—this matter's cost-benefit ratio is too low."
"How about I just keep an eye out while I'm in the unknown zones?"
Luo Ping smacked his lips and nodded. "What you said is true. But... Jiang Kai, you've seen how serious Ghost Star is making this Nation War sound."
"Victory decides fate; defeat means being manipulated. Our Huaxia can't lose!"
"Even if it's just a theory, we have to try!" Luo Ping said, looking visibly anxious.
"Jiang Kai, give it a try. If you can find the War God's Ruins, that's the best. If not, that's fine too."
Just as the two were conversing, a long-unseen figure walked toward them from not far away.
Upon seeing the newcomer, both Jiang Kai and Luo Ping stood up.
"Old Wei!"
"General Wei!"
Wei Ying quickened his steps with a smile when he saw the two.
"You two are both here. Old Luo, long time no see. Jiang Kai, you've grown taller."
Jiang Kai had indeed grown two to three centimeters compared to before. He was now about 1.83 meters tall.
After arriving, Wei Ying sat beside the two and poured himself some tea.
"Old Wei, don't just drink tea—tell Jiang Kai about our idea."
Wei Ying smiled faintly. "What's there to say? Just tell him the reward, and this kid will agree."
Jiang Kai frowned. "Old Wei, this isn't about rewards or not. Do you really think I'm that money-grubbing in your eyes?"
Luo Ping said blandly, "Whether you succeed or not, you'll get a villa at Tranquil Heart Lake, right next to your family's. Pick any one."
"If you can be among the top five in the world to find the War God's Ruins, and if Jiang Ying still wants to study, she'll get direct admission to Shangjing University, any major of her choice, all tuition waived."
"In addition, the military will reward you with two sets of extraordinary grade five tier one equipment. That includes inner armor, outer armor, weapons, treasures, gloves, and all current discovered job advancement materials. From beginner to current highest level, one set for Warrior and Soldier, five sets for each of the other jobs."
"100 drops of Repentance Tear, 30 drops of God's Tear, 30 tier-five military mounts, 500 uses of green pass portal access, and you personally get permanent green pass service."
"Also... we'll introduce you to a girlfriend!" Wei Ying added.
Jiang Kai snorted coldly. He didn't expect these people really thought all he cared about was money—with no national pride at all!
"I don't want a girlfriend—I want to exchange that for two villas at Tranquil Heart Lake!" Jiang Kai said. "Also, I want two sets of Destiny Materials."
"You'd rather have villas than a girlfriend? What do you need so many villas for?" Wei Ying frowned. "You're sure you don't want a girlfriend? I heard from Zhuzi that you've been single since birth and used to have crushes on nine girls—all failed."
Jiang Kai's face immediately turned dark.
Yuan Zhu was doing pretty well, huh? Even ran to tell Old Wei this stuff! How big is his mouth?
"Had crushes on nine?" Luo Ping asked in shock. "Didn't confess to any of them?"
Wei Ying nodded. "I know the whole story. Didn't confess to a single one. Basically, he has zero dating experience to this day."
"Must be almost nineteen now." Luo Ping said with deep concern. "If he has zero experience, he won't know how to interact with girls later. Even if he meets a good girl, he might miss the chance."
"Exactly! He looks pretty sharp and fights like a beast. But when it comes to personal matters, he's such a coward."
The two generals were seriously discussing this matter.
Jiang Kai was speechless. Weren't they discussing important matters just now? Are generals this gossipy too?
This Yuan Zhu—next time he runs into him, even if it costs him his life, he has to go learn some transformation state or ghost form and scare him to death!
"Ahem… One villa, then, just one! I'll go, I'll go!" Jiang Kai hurriedly interrupted the two generals' discussion and said quickly, "But I really don't want the girlfriend."
"Is there a girl you like?" Wei Ying's gaze was like a father hoping his son would succeed.
Jiang Kai replied feebly, "There is… isn't… I don't know either. Anyway, I don't want you introducing anyone!"
"This kid. If you like someone, go after her. Don't be all shy. Are you waiting for the girl to chase you?" Luo Ping said earnestly. "When I was your age—not to brag—I was the typical public heartthrob!"
Jiang Kai sighed. He never thought one day he'd be urged to find a girlfriend.
"Luo God, Old Wei, stop meddling in my personal affairs. Isn't it just… finding the War God's Ruins? I'll go!"
"But I really can't guarantee I'll find it."
He had to admit, Old Wei was seriously cunning. As soon as he came, he talked Jiang Kai dizzy and got him to happily accept the military's mission.
Luo Ping and Wei Ying exchanged a glance, revealing a satisfied smile.
Jiang Kai cursed in his heart, These two old foxes!
......
Leaving the military headquarters' back garden, Jiang Kai slowly came to his senses.
Speaking of which, he forgot to ask about the Evil Fire and Tyrant stuff.
But Luo God and Wei Ying had already left after seeing him out. Looked like they had other matters.
With the national war imminent, they were surely busy.
Thinking of this, Jiang Kai slightly frowned. "I've already agreed to the War God thing. If I bring up more conditions now, they probably won't agree."
"Besides, I don't have enough proof. Even if Luo God and Old Wei believe me, the military won't step up for me."
Jiang Kai knew—he still had to go find Zhao Tiequan for this matter.
Thinking of that, Jiang Kai immediately headed to the Demon-Slaying Association headquarters.
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