Published: March 2, 2025
Wen Yu ignored the enthusiastic crowd below, whether their cheers were sincere or feigned didn't matter to him. He simply waited for the applause to die down before waving his hand.
"This matter was indeed a decision that Lin Haifeng and I had agreed upon long ago. At first, I thought Lin Haifeng was joking, but upon reflection, it seems that as the commander-in-chief of Beijing, I truly am the best choice."
"I possess strength, and as for how strong, perhaps it’s hard for you to understand. I have an endless legion of soul puppets at my disposal, and Beijing has the most powerful military and advanced technology in this world. Our combination is a powerful alliance. I am not sure what you all think about this, but I believe that very soon, you will understand the immense benefits of having me as your commander-in-chief."
Not to mention Wen Yu's skill production line, which would greatly enhance the power of Beijing—whatever gains came from that were of little concern to him.
From now on, the outputs from the treasure land would also be selected by Wen Yu first.
For example, items that could help Wen Yu break through to level eleven.
Beijing's manpower, resources, intelligence system, and research system, combined with Wen Yu's own combat power—this would be the most indestructible force in the world!
After Wen Yu finished speaking, Fran was the first to applaud. His aged face seemed to envision some beautiful and powerful possibilities for the future.
Under Fran's lead, everyone below joined in the applause, even Lin Que, who wore a slightly bitter smile as he joined in reluctantly.
Once the applause died down again, Wen Yu spoke once more.
"From your reaction, it seems you have no objections to this matter. Then let's settle it."
After simply addressing the succession issue, Wen Yu signaled Fran to continue presiding over the meeting. Fran then discussed some inconsequential matters before saying the final statement.
"Therefore, the succession ceremony will be held in three days at the Central Square of Beijing. All departments should prepare as soon as possible."
Thus, the meeting concluded.
Wen Yu followed Fran to the command headquarters.
Although the succession ceremony would not take place for another three days, after the meeting, Wen Yu had effectively already become the official commander-in-chief of Beijing.
What Lin Haifeng had set up to balance the power of the commander-in-chief, representing the protector of Beijing's military peak, had naturally dissipated.
In other words, Wen Yu, as the commander-in-chief of Beijing, should also be considered the protector of Beijing, but none of this mattered anymore.
After the two returned to the command headquarters, Fran first asked Wen Yu if there was anything that needed to be rectified. Wen Yu shook his head, indicating that he wouldn't be staying there often.
Although Wen Yu was the commander-in-chief of Beijing, it was clear that he wouldn’t be sitting in an office handling all those trivial matters; ultimately, those responsibilities would still fall on Fran. Therefore, to Wen Yu, having an office didn’t seem important.
Wen Yu even considered making a decision to gift this office, which symbolized status, to Fran, but Fran kindly refused with a smile.
"There must be respect for the hierarchy; courtesy cannot be abandoned." These were Fran's exact words.
Seeing Fran's resolute demeanor, Wen Yu nodded and no longer insisted.
After they toured the office, Fran took Wen Yu to the Inner City of Beijing and personally selected a residence for him.
Once Lin Haifeng's large courtyard, where Fang Bai's family used to live, was the best place in all of Beijing, but given Old Lin's contributions, Wen Yu couldn't act in a way that would seem to chase people away. However, the new residence seemed quite nice to Wen Yu, luxurious in decoration and spacious enough; for a single man, it was definitely more than sufficient.
"From now on, this will be your residence in Beijing. As for the Layered Battlefield, I will arrange a place for you at the Eighth District Forward Base, and there will also be a residence for you at the under-construction Ninth District Forward Base. Additionally, there’s the Main City of the Layered Battlefield; I’m sure you won’t need me to arrange that."