Countless gazes converged on the Bestowment Platform.
Under everyone's watchful eyes, Fan Lang stepped onto the platform to receive his reward. After several leaps, he reached the top and stood before the Aurora God Emperor himself.
"Your subject accepts the reward with gratitude!" Fan Lang bowed his head in salute, every word ringing with force. He already carried the bearing of a great general.
"Beloved minister Fan, you were once a pillar of talent. From now on, you shall be a pillar supporting the nation itself. I hold great expectations for you," said the Aurora God Emperor.
"Your Majesty overpraises me. I dare not accept the title of pillar of the nation. I can only promise to do my utmost and serve the country faithfully."
"You are as modest as ever, beloved minister."
The ruler and subject spoke amiably atop the Bestowment Platform. Only after chatting for a while did the Aurora God Emperor allow Fan Lang to leave the platform.
Fan Lang had basked in glory once more. For most military officers, even after a lifetime of campaigns, they might never receive treatment of such a high standard even once.
He was fairly satisfied with these rewards. After all, he could hardly compare them with the extravagantly wealthy system. Taken together, the rewards were already extremely generous.
What pleased him most was the post of Grand Marshal. To him, this was more than merely a promotion and a fortune.
"From a minor commander to Grand Marshal in one leap, I finally have a place in the military and hold genuine power. I joined the army with several goals in mind. Destroying the Armor Whisker Bug Nest is only one of them; I'll tackle the rest step by step. Next, I'll find an opportunity to deal with Leng Li, avenge