743, Battle Plan
"Fourth Civilization Chief of Staff Qi Jian, reporting to the Governor!" Qi Jian stood before the Governor's Office, straightened his chest, and called out loudly.
He wore the light-gray uniform of the Staff Department, and the insignia on his shoulders indicated his current rank—general.
Considering that he was not yet forty, such a rank was indeed a miracle. On one hand, it was inevitable for the growing Fourth Civilization; on the other, it was the result of Qi Jian's thirteen years of diligent work, step by step.
Qi Jian had originally been one of the civilian personnel awakened by the Mainframe. Tang Xiao had appointed him temporary Chief of Staff simply because his name was interesting. As a Normal Class individual, this also showed that he had not actually possessed any accomplishments or achievements before.
He had advanced step by step like this. Though cautious by nature and lacking an adventurous spirit, he rarely made mistakes in his work and conscientiously completed every task assigned to him. It was precisely because of this that his position in the ever-expanding Fourth Civilization had become as steady as a mountain, rising along with its growth.
Now, traces of age had appeared on his face. Although years in an office had left his physique less than ideal, the bright gleam in his eyes revealed the vigorous drive and passion within him.
The office door opened silently. Qi Jian straightened his collar once more and walked inside.
Tang Xiao sat behind his desk, his hands clasped beneath his chin, staring at him expressionlessly. "You came to see me while I was meditating. I assume you have a reason for doing so, Qi Jian. Or rather, you had better have one."
Qi Jian's heart trembled for no reason, but he still answered