Stronger from Earth

Chapter 249 248: Major General

Wang Xuan is a rising prodigy of Earth Civilization, with immense potential and a promising future. Given time to grow, he is certain to become a figure that stirs up the world.

For this reason, he caught the attention of this organization.

"No matter how many rewards there are, you still need a life to spend them," sighed the man in black, feeling the pressure.

Wang Xuan's head is worth at least two Life Planets; the cultivation resources rewarded could completely cultivate one or two True Immortals.

"Don't worry, as long as we retreat in time, we can hide in the back and digest the bonuses from this action, which will let us advance by one or two big steps in cultivation."

Big opportunities are earned by gambling with one's life; they don't expect to gather a vast amount of cultivation resources by being safe and sound.

Unfortunately, Immortal Martial Mountain's protection of Wang Xuan is very thorough, and Wang Xuan is also very vigilant, rarely leaving Earth or going to dangerous areas.

Trying to kill a prodigy of the Immortal Holy Land on Earth is difficult!

"Opportunities are created, aren't they?" Lin Cheng from the Evolution Realm said with a smile, and before long, his figure vanished, followed by Green from the Wizard Realm.

They crave the huge rewards, trying to ensure their own safety while completing this assassination. Striking immediately and fleeing to the horizon.

After all, the organization learned a big lesson from a successful assassination six years ago.

Five powerhouses, whose realms were higher than Valkyrie Yue Yi, succeeded in the assassination but failed to retreat in time, provoking Hong Xuanji, known as the Martial God, to take action, directly killing four of the five, crippling the organization.

The leader of that action came from the Abyss; Hong Xuanji, with rage, stormed the Abyss, for he had lost a beloved disciple, and slaughtering four Void Immortals could not quell his fury.

No one knows what kind of battle ensued, only rumors of Hell above the Abyss shaking incessantly, and Hong Xuanji returned, stained with blood, holding the head of a Half-Step Immortal level demon.

The leader's family and their clan's ancestors all perished by his hand, buried alongside the fallen Valkyrie.

The name of the Martial God is not just a boast but comes from absolute war achievements!

To avoid such retaliatory events from happening again, this organization provides its major contributors the means to hide in a distant and profoundly secretive world, where security is assured by the presence of Immortal Powerhouses.

Moreover, many members of the organization are lone travelers without ties, their identities rarely known, and have lived with their heads figuratively bouncing on their belts for a long time.

Even if they die because of it, they are fearless. Earth has devoured too many worlds, already destroyed or in the process, numbering in the hundreds, and if Earth continues to evolve, many civilizations will become extinct.

Too many of the Alien Race, whether to prolong their civilization or for revenge, have joined this organization, with countless fearless members.

Assassinating Earth's prodigies to weaken Earth Civilization's future war potential is the very purpose of this organization's establishment.

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The gardens of the Ling Family are beautiful. Lin Cheng's family resides in the southeastern part, where the lotus pond is lush and the water babbles, koi fish swim elegantly; the beauty of movement and stillness harmonizes naturally.

Unfortunately, in such a place where one should relax and unwind, the shadow of gloom has fallen upon the family due to Father Ling's disappearance.

Mother Ling is a noblewoman, graceful and poised, but now she weeps into her hands, distressed by the news of her husband's adversity.

"Xiaotian, Xiaochen, what did they say?" Mother Ling wished she could search for him herself, but she had no idea where to start; Ling Jie vanished without a trace, neither dead nor alive.

Ling Tian shook his head, "Uncle and the others are willing to help; they've put up a reward of 50 billion Star Yuan and are searching, while others have suggested we wait for the Federation Government's news."

The so-called waiting is just sitting idly, clearly showing a reluctance to expend effort.

"Those cold-blooded guys!" Mother Ling cursed, her spit flying, no longer caring to maintain her usual poise.

In light of the Ling Family's situation, Wang Xuan knew he had to intervene and said, "Auntie, don't worry, I will help with this matter; you don't need to worry."

Earlier, he had easily suppressed the patriarch of the Ling Family, who was merely at the Mid-Sky Control Stage, seemingly ordinary in his eyes.

But to the Ling Family, this was shocking.

Ling Tian also consoled, "Mom, don't worry, brother-in-law is very capable. With him helping, it will definitely be better than those people."

Then, he animatedly recounted how Wang Xuan had intimidated the Ling Family's big shots all by himself, finding it exceedingly impressive.

Such is the nature of a great man!

The Ling Family remained in turmoil as Wang Xuan contacted his third senior brother, Wan Futu, who was still outside since Hou Zhaohua's True Immortal ceremony was a few days away.

"Qi, what do you need me for?" behind Wan Futu, there was bustling activity, with one large battleship after another docking at the Star Port, undergoing maintenance.

The Federation Army is the most busy and dangerous part of Earth Civilization, though it also offers good fortunes, benefits, and power. As long as you live long enough, you can accumulate military merit and make a name for yourself.

"Third Senior Brother, I need a favor." Then Wang Xuan narrated the incident regarding his prospective father-in-law.

Wan Futu nodded, "No big problem; I'll say a few words to make sure they pay attention."

The government system and the military system operate this way, prioritizing matters. Ling Jie's disappearance needs to be addressed, but capturing an alien in passing is more urgent, hence not much energy is spent.

But with Major General Wan Futu's involvement, his pressure naturally urged others to be more conscientious, as they needed to give him an answer, and so what could be done and who could be asked became must-do and must-find.

"Thanks," Wang Xuan said.

Wan Futu waved his hand, "No need for thanks between fellow brothers. I should thank you for sending me a capable deputy."

"By the way, is Di Xuan really an elder of Black and White Mountain? What's your relation?"

"Sworn brothers," Wang Xuan replied, not spreading the fact that Di Xuan was his clone, as that would be too foolish.

"Having such a sworn brother, you're quite lucky." Wan Futu stretched lazily. He had been busy, just fighting mechanical lifeforms and even losing a couple of large warships.

"That guy, Di Xuan, is formidable; he's only made two moves. The first time, he killed a dozen Earth Immortal-level aliens, and the second, he smashed a Celestial Immortal Second Realm powerhouse with a single strike.

Bold and spirited, naturally military fit; his capability is enough, enough that I feel his combat power surpasses mine.

If he makes a few more contributions, I don't know how to promote him; maybe I won't be able to keep him here much longer."

Wan Futu continually praised Di Xuan. Such a valiant general entering the Federation Army is indeed a rising star.

When Di Xuan joined, his cultivation was high but he was only granted a Major rank, lacking war merits for a higher position as per regulations. However, after his first achievement, he was promoted to Colonel for bringing in the heads of a dozen Earth Immortal aliens, which were of significant value.

His second move annihilated a Divine Infant level Demon Fiend, and after his achievements were reported, a great general took notice, promoting him directly to Major General.

It must be recognized that Di Xuan had not even served three months in the army; most soldiers are still enduring hellish recruit training by then.

"As long as nothing happens, it's fine," Wang Xuan said.

Wan Futu laughed, "What could happen to him? Most of the time, it's smooth sailing. He smashed celestial immortals, mightily majestic; he is quite welcome in the army.

A few days ago, he met a Fairy from the Profound Lady Sect; they seemed very close. With his charm, looks, combat power, and potential, winning the heart of that female celestial isn't hard at all."

Wang Xuan rubbed his forehead and waved his hand, "Just don't talk about him anymore; as long as he's alive, I'm not interested."

They chatted for a while and then ended the communication.

Di Xuan's style perfectly conforms to a prodigy, high-spirited, always prominent, and good-looking with charm among women.

Just a few days out there, and he's already hitting it off with a celestial maiden from the Profound Lady Sect. If this continues for years, counting on fingers and toes won't suffice to number his romantic interests.

"Why do I feel his presence is a mistake for me?" Wang Xuan wondered helplessly, fearing that the day might come when Di Xuan's numerous women lead to his downfall.

Lin Cheng's siblings were comforting their mother, while Wang Xuan's mind raced, assessing the danger level of this matter.

He was cautious by nature and would never think that having Earth Immortal cultivation and defeating Peak of Earth Immortal Zhao Hao made him an unassailable master, free from safety concerns.

In fact, many people wanted him dead. His fame was like a lamp attracting attention. Without this layer of protection from Immortal Martial Mountain, countless moths would rush to extinguish him.

He once heard Master He Fang mention that many alien civilizations were joining forces to strangle Earth Civilization, but Earth's strong were too powerful.

Therefore, the aliens quietly established an organization named Celestial Net, a net ensnaring Earth's prodigies. They created a Celestial Pride List, striving to eliminate the prodigies on that list.

It's likely his name was already on that list.