"The military and the families are two entirely separate systems. Although some family members hold posts in the military, they can never occupy a dominant position. That is a rule established by the Empire; even the Eight Great Royal Families would not dare defy it," Yuan Gungun added.
"The military's status is truly exceptional." Wang Teng could not help sighing.
"Of course. They have to fight the Darkness Breed. If other forces were allowed to infiltrate them, the consequences would be disastrous. That is why their absolute independence must be ensured," Yuan Gungun said.
Through Yuan Gungun's explanation, Wang Teng finally understood just how high the status of the Army Masters was.
"So what if they're powerful? It's not like those eighteen Army Masters would help me." Wang Teng shook his head.
"They certainly will not help you directly. But if you attain a high position in the military, the Parax Family will naturally fear you even more." After saying that, Yuan Gungun fell silent, leaving the decision to Wang Teng.
After thinking it over, Wang Teng looked at General Mokarun and smiled. "General, what do you mean?"
The moment General Mokarun saw his expression, he knew there was hope. He chuckled inwardly and said, "As long as you can deal with this Demon Egg, I'll personally request merit for you from the Army Masters."
"Oh, that could work." Wang Teng's heart stirred, and he unconsciously rubbed his chin.
"What do you think?" General Mokarun smiled to himself.
Sure enough, no problem was truly unsolvable. The bargaining chips simply had not been sufficient.
"What about the thirty thousand Military Exploits?" Wang Teng asked.
"I'm personally requesting merit for you, yet you still care about those thirty thousand Military Exploits?" General Mokarun said helplessly.
"After all, dealing with the Demon Egg