Chapter 1207: A Substantive Post?

Lan Xuanyu realized immediately what this meant. If someone who knew him leaked the information and the Dragon Horse galaxy side learned of it, all the efforts he had made before would be wasted.

Yan Xinghe said calmly, “Do you think I’m stupid? The moment I saw the footage, I asked the commander to request that the military command seal the footage and all related information, and strictly ordered anyone who saw it not to disclose it. Besides, the footage wasn’t very clear, and you were in women’s clothing—there shouldn’t be many who could recognize you. We only recognized you because we saw Xiuxiu. That’s why I asked—are you a man disguised as a woman, or a woman disguised as a man?”

Lan Xuanyu’s mouth twitched. “Naturally a man disguised as a woman. Xiuxiu and I infiltrated the enemy’s ranks together. You know our martial souls—both have dragon clan bloodlines, so we disguised ourselves as Higher Dragons and penetrated the enemy. From what we can see now, our operation has been very successful. The specific situation is like this…”

On his last return, he had reported on the infiltration, but this infiltration was clearly more thorough—they had truly penetrated the enemy’s inner ranks.

After hearing Lan Xuanyu’s account, Yan Xinghe couldn’t help but exclaim in praise, “A talent! You really are a talent. Last time you came back, you said you and Xiuxiu would infiltrate further. I never imagined you’d infiltrate so thoroughly. So you were a man disguised as a woman, and so convincingly that even we couldn’t tell.”

Lan Xuanyu’s brow furrowed slightly. “Why do I feel like you’re not complimenting me?”

Yan Xinghe chuckled. “Enough of that nonsense. What good things did you bring back? Take them all out. I’ll help you request merit—and get a share of the glory myself.”

The vehicle had already arrived a while ago; the two had been talking in secret and hadn’t gotten out. Only now did Yan Xinghe open the door and bring Lan Xuanyu to his office.

Lan Xuanyu took out the large amount of important data one item at a time, almost filling the entire office desk. Yan Xinghe was dumbfounded.

As Lan Xuanyu took out the data, he categorized it. “Mm, this side is some data on the Dragon Knights, that side is data on god rank-level dragon clan powerhouses. This part is data on the major cities of Celestial Dragon Planet. Mm, and these are data on other planets in the Dragon Horse galaxy. For some reason, there’s relatively little data on the Steed Planet. It seems that when we get the chance later, we’ll need to make a trip to Celestial Steed Planet—though in the short term that’s probably unlikely. With this data, the Federation’s understanding of the Dragon Horse galaxy should be more comprehensive. Huh, Captain, why are you looking at me like that?”

Yan Xinghe slapped his own forehead. “Xuanyu, the data you’ve brought back is too complete. Are you trying to catch up to me in military rank?”

Lan Xuanyu chuckled. “No, no. I’ve only been a major general for a short time. I have plenty of military merit, but it shouldn’t be enough to rise to lieutenant general, right? Of course, if the military command is willing to give it, I have no objections!”

Yan Xinghe smiled bitterly. “It’s really hard to say. The military command’s higher-ups have definitely seen that footage of yours. Although we can’t feel the real situation on the battlefield, have you already reached the strength of a Title Douluo?”

From the footage alone, one naturally couldn’t see the strength of the two sides—only the course of the battle. Moreover, Lan Xuanyu and the others couldn’t release their soul rings. Still, discerning eyes could roughly tell what range their overall strength fell into.

What the Douluo Federation didn’t know was that the Rising Dragon Platform itself was extremely hard, which was why it hadn’t been excessively damaged in their battle. Otherwise, the Federation would have understood the specifics of that battle even more clearly.

Lan Xuanyu shrugged. “More or less.”

“How old are you, and your strength has already reached the Title Douluo level?” Yan Xinghe blurted out.

“Ahem, ambition doesn’t depend on age.” Lan Xuanyu chuckled.

Naturally he wouldn’t say it was because he had obtained abundant cultivation resources on Celestial Dragon Planet. Better not let the Federation know about that for now. After all, the Federation had always been wary of Shrek Academy and the Tang Sect.

Yan Xinghe took a deep breath. “Is there more?”

Lan Xuanyu said, “The rest is some rare mineral resources. They won’t fit here—find a warehouse. I’ll hand them all over to you. As for the specific merit, the military command can decide. But there’s one thing I need to ask of you. I plan to take my companions back to Shrek Academy for a trip. By the Federation’s calendar, we’ve been out for about half a year now. Although it’s been less than a year since we joined the military, half the time has passed. In the future, I expect I’ll continue infiltrating with my companions—meaning our military service will likely be more than a year. So I want to take this opportunity to bring everyone back to Shrek Academy for guidance and cultivation, then return. Can you help me apply for that?”

Yan Xinghe nodded. “That shouldn’t be a problem. Your infiltration has become very important now. The Federation has discussed this with your academy as well. The current conclusion is that the other students can choose to return to the academy for cultivation after the infiltration ends, but you and Xiuxiu need to stay longer. Your academy has agreed. You’re now an eight-level Skyfighter—with your status, no one can restrict your freedom. You can go wherever you want. As for your classmates, there shouldn’t be a problem either. I’ll request it from the commander shortly.”

“Good, then I’ll trouble you. How’s our fleet been lately? Nothing going on, I hope?” Lan Xuanyu asked.

Yan Xinghe laughed. “What could be going on? We earned so much military merit before—even if something happens, it’s a good thing. The Eighth Fleet is about to enter service. Quite a few people from our side should be transferred over—all promotions.”

“What about you? Will you be promoted?” Lan Xuanyu asked curiously.

Yan Xinghe shook his head. “I won’t be moving. I’ll always be your liaison. Speaking of which, this time the possibility of raising your military rank and Skyfighter level isn’t great—after all, they’re already so high—but your merit will definitely be accumulated. However, I think you might as well ask for something substantial.”

“Oh? What kind of substantial thing?” Lan Xuanyu asked curiously.

“A substantive post. If you want to develop in the military in the future, having held a substantive post is a very important qualification. I suggest you take a substantive post in the fleet. As it happens, a large batch of officers from our Seventh Fleet will be transferred to the Eighth Fleet this time, which will leave quite a few vacancies. Take this opportunity to fill a substantive post—that’s a real, tangible benefit. That way, after you accumulate more merit, rising to lieutenant general will be much easier.”

Lan Xuanyu blinked. “What if I don’t plan to develop in the military?”

Yan Xinghe said, “Then what do you want to do?”

Lan Xuanyu said, “Actually, I haven’t thought that much about it. I don’t have many plans for the future either. But since you say it’s good, then help me apply for a substantive post. With my major general rank, can the military command let me command a warship?”

When it came to being a captain, his eyes immediately lit up.

“What are you dreaming of? Who ever starts in a chief position right away? Being a warship captain is no joke. But with your military rank, you can still take a deputy position. I’ll apply for you—see if I can make you my deputy, at least get you a position like chief of staff or deputy captain. With that kind of experience, becoming a captain in the future will be a natural progression.”

“Alright, I’ll listen to you.” In this area, Lan Xuanyu really didn’t have many considerations. Although commanding a warship had been his dream since childhood, the most important thing to him now was still to break through to god rank as soon as possible and let his bloodlines fully evolve. That was the foundation of everything. Moreover, on Celestial Dragon Planet, he still had an even grander plan that would take a long time to complete. So the possibility of him truly taking a post in the military wasn’t great.