The Jianghu Is Not About Fighting and Killing

"William, take the brothers and clean up the scene. Dragon and I will take this bunch of scum back to the branch."

Mo Xingchen slung an arm around Dragon's shoulders, gave William an instruction, then headed back the way they had come. The pirates, already scared out of their wits, obediently followed behind them.

"Bro, how do you know swordsmanship too?"

"Tch, there's plenty I know. I'm proficient with all eighteen weapons, and this is called saber technique!"

"Saber technique? Isn't that just swordsmanship?"

"Tsk, I don't know what's wrong with them. They clearly use sabers, yet insist on calling themselves swordsmen. It's only because your bro is still too weak right now. Otherwise, I'd definitely show you what a Sword Immortal is!"

"Bro, you looked so cool just now. We were all stunned! Do you think it's too late for me to start practicing the saber now?"

"Uh... I don't think so. It demands a lot of talent! But if you practice for a few years, beating up weaklings shouldn't be a problem."

The two chatted nonsense on and off as they escorted the pirates back to the branch.

They found Major General Wilte already leading a group and waiting at the main gate.

"Captain Mo, truly impressive! You cleared out the entire lawless district so easily. Let me congratulate you in advance on your promotion!"

"Hahahaha, Major General Wilte, you flatter me. During this pirate-capturing operation, the Navy soldiers of the Sabaody Archipelago branch also contributed greatly under your leadership."

"Ahahahahaha! I only did a little, not worth mentioning, not worth mentioning! Captain Mo, you've worked hard today. Go freshen up first. I'll arrange a banquet to celebrate your victorious return!"

Hearing Mo Xingchen's obvious hint that he intended to share the military credit, Wilte was overjoyed and could not help praising Mo Xingchen inwardly for being so tactful.

"Mm, I should go wash up first. Sorry for the trouble, Major General, with these pirates."

"Haha, it's nothing. Go on ahead."

Mo Xingchen took Dragon back to the barracks to bathe and change clothes. Once William and the others returned with their teams, the entire branch held a grand banquet, brimming with festivity and excitement.

Amid the exchanged toasts, Mo Xingchen and Wilte settled the specifics of dividing the military credit. The branch would handle the final cleanup and send the captured pirates to Impel Down. After the drinking party ended, Mo Xingchen expressed his intention to take his leave and return to headquarters to report.

The following afternoon, after everything had been packed and prepared, the warship slowly departed the harbor. This time, Major General Wilte led a crowd standing on the shore to warmly see them off!

During the voyage back to headquarters, Dragon's brows were tightly furrowed, his face twisted with confusion. Mo Xingchen found it amusing and said:

"What national matter are you brooding over? Those brows of yours could crush a Sea King."

"Brother Mo, I actually wanted to ask yesterday, but I still can't figure it out. Why did you give part of the military credit to Wilte?"

"Then let me ask you: where did our few dozen people eat, sleep, and relieve ourselves?"

"At the Sabaody Archipelago branch!"

"Then let me ask again: how did Wilte treat us?"

"His attitude was very friendly. He met pretty much every request we had."

"So we ate their food, used their resources, and the host was so polite, giving us every convenience. Yet you earned military credit on someone else's turf, then strutted off with your head held high.

Put yourself in his shoes. If there's another mission next time, and it happens to bring you to Wilte's territory again, how do you think he'll treat you?"

"Uh... probably not so warmly."

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"Exactly. The mission is yours, not his. Whether it succeeds or fails has nothing to do with him. If he has no ill intentions, at most he'll give you the cold shoulder. But what if he does? On his own turf, it'd be easy for him to pull a few tricks behind your back and make your mission fail.

Now think about it. Since I gave him military credit this time, if we have another mission that takes us to his territory, how will he treat us?"

"He'll probably be even more welcoming than this time, maybe even take the initiative to help."

"Exactly! And that's only the first reason. Second, he has his own friends. During casual conversations, his friends will inevitably hear about me. If I keep doing this sort of thing, word will naturally spread from one to ten, then from ten to a hundred. In the end, no matter where I go, people will welcome me with smiles and offer help!

Rather than needing Sister Crane or someone else's superior to make a phone call and remind them, like this time! In this world, only benefits move people's hearts. The Jianghu is not about fighting and killing; it's about human relationships and worldly wisdom! Kid, you still have a lot to learn!"

At that moment, a News Bird flew down from the sky and landed on the railing. Dragon bought a newspaper, opened it, and exclaimed excitedly:

"Brother Mo! You're in the news, and it's the front page!"

"Oh? Let me see!"

Mo Xingchen took the newspaper Dragon handed him. What greeted his eyes was an image of himself holding two sabers, frozen at the end of a street, with a backdrop of pirates sprawled across the ground.

Tsk, he had to admit, the photo really did look cool! The wide shot, the focus, the angle—it made Mo Xingchen's back look incredibly domineering! Then he looked at the headline:

A Rising New Star of the Navy!

When they returned to headquarters' harbor, the moment Mo Xingchen and the others disembarked, the surrounding soldiers stopped what they were doing and stared at Mo Xingchen with fervent eyes, saluting him with their gazes.

After dismissing the team, Dragon returned to report to Zephyr. Mo Xingchen, meanwhile, headed alone to the Marshal's Office to report. All the stares along the way made him feel a little overwhelmed by the attention, until he reached Kong's office and knocked on the door.

"Reporting!"

"Come in."

Mo Xingchen pushed open the door and entered. Whoa, there were quite a few people inside. All the big shots were present. It looked like they had been waiting specifically for him.

"Yo, our Navy's new star is back!"

Kong teased.

"Hehe, that's all because you trained me so well! At least half of this kid's military medal belongs to you!"

"Hahahahahaha! With that mouth of yours, you won't starve anywhere!"

Mo Xingchen did not continue the conversation. Instead, he greeted the big shots on the sofa with a playful grin, then proactively poured them tea and refilled their cups. He attended to them so well that they were all beaming.

"You really are a clever little rascal!"

Kong watched Mo Xingchen's performance and shook his head with a smile.

"Xingchen, you completed this mission exceptionally well! You also brought honor to our Navy. By rights, promoting you to Major General would not be excessive, but you simply haven't been in the Navy long enough. How about Commodore?"

"Fleet Admiral Kong, I have no objections. I'll obey the organization's arrangements in all things!"

"Mm, your words are always pleasant to hear. Even if we aren't raising your rank yet, the Navy won't treat you unfairly. We can grant you a Major General's authority in advance. With your strength, you'll be promoted in a few years anyway. I'm planning to let you take charge of a branch on your own. Is there somewhere you'd like to go?"

"Fleet Admiral Kong, this kid has only just arrived and fears I may not be suited for such an important post! How about... I serve as Vice Admiral Garp's adjutant instead?"

Mo Xingchen had no intention of settling in one place and becoming a regional commander. That job was too exhausting! If he was not careful, he would only sink deeper and deeper into the Navy, so he hurriedly refused without hesitation.

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