Chapter 138: The Fire Seed Proposal

Half a minute later, Yenir looked at the group with a complex expression and immediately made his intentions clear.

“Everyone, I won’t waste time with empty words.”

“I’ve called you all here not only to let you witness my potential, but also to forge an alliance.”

“I’m sure you understand that advancing to Stage Three is a piece of cake for me. If I so wished, I could hit Stage Three by tomorrow.”

“Therefore, I will undoubtedly be reselected for the Fire Seed Plan!”

Radiating confidence, Yenir scanned the room before continuing:

“First and foremost, I’ve secured the First Sequence!”

“The Military may have once dismissed the Willpower Type as lacking potential and fighting power. But I’ll prove to everyone who the true spark is!”

“I can say without any hesitation that I will crush those so-called geniuses one by one, making it clear that I am the real spark!”

The roar was deafening.

Faced with Yenir’s domineering tone, if anyone else had spoken that way they might have been met with ridicule—but coming from Yenir, it was accepted as natural.

Cautiously, Wang Tian, no longer boasting as before, asked in a subdued tone:

“So, Yenir… sir, what exactly do you need us to do?”

“And may we ask, what exactly is the nature of your power… ?”

Though Yenir’s strength remained unchanged, it was clear that he now possessed an unimaginable level of potential and value.

To be so powerful before even reaching Stage Three—and imagine what he’d be like at Stage Three! With such rapid advancement, who knew what abnormal talent Yenir might have?

In their eyes, Yenir was destined to become not just a Stage Three elite, but a peak fighter!

After a pause, Yenir explained calmly:

“There’s no need to call me sir. Just call me Yenir. I know you’re curious about my talent.”

“In fact, my gift is an enhanced attack ability that converts willpower into a powerful amplification. As for why I’ve leveled up so quickly, it’s because I have another force investing in me. But you’re not qualified to know about that just yet.”

A convenient excuse was crafted.

Unable to reveal anything about the Sword God System, Yenir had no choice but to say this, adding an extra layer of mystery to himself in their eyes.

Otherwise, he would have had no explanation for his rapid ascent.

To witness a Second-Stage Peak fighter exhibit Stage Three strength was almost understandable. If these people knew he could inflict such damage at Stage Zero, they’d be in utter shock—and it would cause major trouble.

Enhanced willpower attacks, mysterious backers?

In an instant, everyone seemed to arrive at a sudden understanding and, for a moment, felt deep respect. Especially Xiao Hai, who sighed in relief inwardly.

So it turns out my guess wasn’t off after all.

Reflecting on Yenir’s description of his enhanced willpower attack, they hadn’t heard of such an ability before, but managed to grasp the concept.

Isn’t it just like a Stage Three move where you infuse your ability with Stage Three spiritual energy? Clearly, Yenir’s talent was formidable, possessing Stage Three traits at a much lower level. No wonder he was so strong.

As for the mysterious backer, Zhang Tao’s eyes sparkled. He had noticed that Yenir’s equipment was top-notch. To elevate Yenir to this level in such a short time was impressive… though hardly surprising. If it were him and he discovered a genius like this, he’d stop at nothing—sacrificing everything to push him to Stage Three.

After everyone absorbed the information, Yenir nodded and continued without dwelling on details:

“Now, as for why I’ve called you here, I’m sure you can guess.”

“I want to form an alliance with the three of you to serve me!”

“I’ll hold the decision-making power, and you all will provide me with full support. Once I secure the First Sequence, I’ll make sure to reward each of you!”

It was a blatant exchange of benefits.

Yenir laid his intentions bare without any reservations.

Securing the First Sequence would grant him political and military clout on par with top officials—especially with direct access to China’s highest echelons. He was sure these old foxes understood exactly what that meant.

“Give me your resources now, and I’ll take care of you in the future!”

The group was taken aback. They could sense the overwhelming ambition in Yenir’s tone.

He was not only laying out an unspoken rule; he was being downright domineering. Yet, it suited their interests. After all, if Yenir truly soared through the ranks and became a top commander, it would be more than enough to launch them to success.

Investing in him now was an incredibly smart move.

But what Yenir was really saying wasn’t a partnership—it was turning them into his subordinates…

And the price for that was a whole different matter.

As he anticipated their hidden calculations, Yenir didn’t bother—he simply stood up:

“You have ten minutes to deliberate.”

With that, he exited through the Soundproof Barrier, leaving them space to confer.

Yenir was completely confident that these seasoned veterans, especially Wang Tian from the Tiancheng Merchant Guild, would agree. He knew the man well—a businessman who would stop at nothing for tenfold profit, let alone a hundred or even a thousand.

He might even sell his own child if necessary!

…….

After Yenir left, the tent immediately erupted.

“Father! Why didn’t you agree to Yenir right away?!”

“His potential is so terrifying—imagine not just a merchant boss; someday, we could even become China’s top merchant guild!”

Wang Zheng was on the verge of panic. He grabbed his father tightly, his eyes alight with wild excitement. He never imagined that a casually known Awakener could possess such outrageous potential. Not only would they become subordinates, but anyone would be willing to grovel!

“Exactly, Uncle Zhang! What are you hesitating for? Even if Yenir only reaches Stage Three elite, he’d at least be a lieutenant general! That’s far superior to even our old man!”

Listening to the younger generation’s urging, Zhang Tao and Wang Tian exchanged a complex glance.

They certainly knew there was nothing to hesitate about.

Their hesitation was solely due to concerns about upper-level power struggles. From what they knew, each Sequence had its own covert battles with hidden superpowers behind them. They didn’t doubt Yenir’s potential, but a sudden intervention could upset the balance.

If someone attempted to take Yenir down, those who rallied behind him could be wiped out. Moreover, Yenir claimed to have a mysterious backer.

“Brother Zhang, don’t you think Yenir’s mysterious backer might be a lone, powerful force?”

Considering Yenir even required them to supply Spiritual Energy Fruit, it clearly wasn’t a state-backed force.

“It must be. I lean towards the idea of a super powerful figure operating outside the official circles. There are quite a few of them.”

“These individuals have more experience than many top military figures. Recognizing Yenir’s unique talent and suddenly stepping in to nurture him makes sense.”

As they exchanged opinions, the two felt a surge of excitement but remained indecisive. They instinctively looked to the least conspicuous—Xiao Hai—and then noticed the Commander Tianfeng speak up:

“Gentlemen, I know you might not think much of me. But after hearing Yenir’s proposal, I’ve decided to take a gamble.”

“We’ll join him while he’s still ‘weak’ and rally behind him. The rewards down the line will be immeasurable. I’ve been stuck at the Stage Three beginner level for far too long, honestly…”

“I refuse to be resigned…”

Xiao Hai managed a bitter smile—these were feelings from deep within. With barely any power and only scraping by on earned merits to reach Stage Three, no one valued him; his recruitment value was almost nil. Now that a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity had appeared, he really wanted to take the risk.

After all, he had witnessed Yenir’s steady rise firsthand—a spectacle too electrifying to ignore.

Wang Tian and the others fell silent for a moment, as if coming to a decision.

………

Returning to the tent, Yenir calmly addressed the assembled group who had risen to their feet:

“Well? Have you reached a decision?”

A brief silence ensued.

The next second, Wang Tian pulled his son forward on behalf of the group, took a deep breath, and bowed deeply with hands clasped:

“I am willing to serve with unwavering loyalty!”