Chapter 501: Crisis at the Capital Meeting

Capital Military District Temporary Meeting Room.

Amid an eerie and solemn atmosphere, Li Xuanguo sat at the head of the table, silently studying the live map before him.

On the expansive military map, several abrupt red dots were rapidly advancing toward the Capital.

One of the red dots was marked with a special identifier.

“What’s the situation now?”

“Has Comrade Lu Haishan still not responded to our communication request?”

Inside the meeting room, a high-ranking officer from the Rongjing Unit glared irritably at a Third-Stage Awakened.

“We haven’t made contact for now.”

“General Zhang, that man over there seems unwilling to heed our mediation. He means to come to the Capital himself to demand an explanation.”

With a bitter smile and head bowed, the Third-Stage Awakened in charge of communications cautiously replied.

In fact, it’s not even merely about demanding explanations.

The moment that man heard of Lu Tianming’s death, he lost his mind and went on a rampage.

Forget mediation—he even declared that Yenir must pay for it with his life.

If the Military does nothing, he’ll take matters into his own hands to exact vengeance!

Either he dies or Yenir dies! There’s no room for compromise!

Silence.

Listening to his subordinates’ report, General Zhang of the Rongjing Unit couldn’t help but sigh.

Looking at the rapidly moving red dots on the digital map, he knew the situation had grown extremely precarious.

That former commander is now leading his ex-subordinates on a killing spree toward the Capital, vowing vengeance!

In fact, the opposition isn’t hiding anything; every troop movement is in plain sight.

In short, they are blatantly pressuring the Military!

“Comrade Lu, you’ve gone too far!”

“What does he take us for?! And what is the Capital to him?!”

“Leading troops into the Capital—doesn’t he know that’s a major taboo?!”

“Bang!”

He slammed the table.

An Air Force Unit general bellowed in anger.

Although Lu Haishan once held an extremely high rank in the Military, he sent over troops composed solely of Third-Stage Awakened—serving as their stern warning.

And yet, this is exactly what fueled his rage!

In his eyes, a soldier’s duty is to obey orders! No matter how much Lu Haishan may disagree, Military orders must be followed!

If this minor squabble escalates into a full-blown massacre, what about the Military’s honor?! And will the Authorities still have credibility among survivors?!

Moreover, the rules of Death Duel are unambiguous—if you’re outmatched, death is inevitable!

Though no one expected Yenir to kill Lu Tianming, now that it’s happened, they wouldn’t be foolish enough to lose another Yenir!

On this point, his stance toward both Yenir and Lu Haishan is equally unyielding!

“It’s not really about leading troops into the Capital.”

“Our senior Comrade Lu, in his rage, lost his decorum—something entirely understandable.”

“Losing a beloved son—if it were me, I’d go mad too.”

“Bear in mind, Lu Haishan only has that one cherished son.”

Seated in his chair, a Political Department Member paused for a moment, then muttered in a peculiar tone:

“If anyone’s to blame, it’s Yenir—why must he always resort to killing?”

“Sure, you might concede he won, but had we known his strength earlier, would we have let him run amok?”

“Slaying a son and turning him into meat paste—doesn’t that only bring trouble upon us?”

“If this chaos continues, I foresee major trouble!”

His tone dripped with grievance.

Having spoken, he looked at the silent crowd and then turned his gaze to the Prime Minister:

“Prime Minister, I suggest the following:”

“Let’s turn Yenir over; otherwise, we can’t account for this incident.”

“Just think about how many times we’ve had to clean up after him!”

“First it was Zhang Meng and Commander Zhang, then Fang Teng and Political Department Member Fang, followed by Wang Chu, and now Executive Member Lu Tianming!”

“In my opinion, no matter how gifted he is, that kid is nothing but a scourge!”

“He flaunts arrogance, is recklessly bold, and repeatedly defies military orders! I’m afraid that if he grows any further, he could become the greatest menace to China!”

“For all present, who can guarantee that no further calamity will occur?!”

Every word he spoke cut straight to the heart.

After speaking, the Middle-Aged Man’s eyes flashed with hatred.

He was known to be on good terms with Lu Tianming and was even the first to support Fang Teng.

Yenir repeatedly ruined his plans and targeted members of their faction. It’s hard to imagine that upon hearing of Lu Tianming’s death, he felt even a tinge of deep unease!

He was also involved in the spirit energy ore affair! His influence looms large behind this Death Duel!

After suffering losses on both fronts, he was practically begging for Lu Haishan to storm the Capital and take out that little bastard!

Otherwise, she’d be left wondering if she might be the next to get into trouble!

“Committee Member Li, that’s going too far!”

“What do you mean by turning him over?”

“Let’s set aside Yenir’s character for now—at least every action he’s taken so far can be justified!”

“A life was lost on the Death Duel Platform, and now we simply turn him over to be processed as guilty—what does that say about us?!”

“Not to mention…”

“No offense, but haven’t you noticed his potential yet?”

Beside Li Xuanguo, a general from the First Army General Staff rose with a grave expression, unable to hide the excitement on his face:

“This kid, at just the Third-Stage Mid-level, managed to stand up against higher-level opponents! He won the Death Duel by sheer domination!”

“Have you ever considered his future potential?!”

“If he maintains this pace, at a minimum he’ll reach the Peak Third-Stage; if he grows even stronger, I bet he could be the strongest Awakener in history!”

“Ladies and gentlemen, a talent like this deserves to be valued a million times more! Have you forgotten the impending national war?”

“If he could subdue the entire globe—or even, at his Third-Stage Advanced level, hold off a Peak-level foe—it would be an unimaginable advantage for China!”

“When it comes to true national interests, a few minor flaws can be completely overlooked!”

“I can understand the feelings of our elder Lu Haishan, but a loss remains a loss—we must accept the consequences!”

“If we abandon Yenir like this, how many hearts will be crushed?! I believe…!!”

“I disagree.”

“Commander Lin, I understand your point.”

“I also believe that this kid could one day be among the strongest at the Peak Third-Stage.”

“But isn’t Lu Haishan already at the Peak Third-Stage? And what makes you think Yenir can continue leveling up at this pace?”

“As for the national war, I don’t think he’ll be of much use.”

Inside the meeting room, a middle-aged man clad in a long robe spoke in a cold tone, his eyes calm and unruffled.

“I’m fine with Yenir living.”

“But we must give Lu Haishan a proper account!”

“What, Hanxin? Have you forgotten why Lu Haishan stepped down? Have you forgotten what the Military Department promised him?”

“His ‘Hanxin’ isn’t just an individual matter—it concerns the entire old guard!”

“Everyone, consider this: if something unexpected occurs, will your positions remain secure?!”