After the debriefing meeting ended, the audience within the Decision Tower did not hurry to leave. Instead, they gathered around the members of Dawn Squad.
"Congratulations, Bloodsmith!"
"To reach the rank of Apex Hunter at such a young age—you possess talent that will shake the ages and dazzle all eras!"
"It's fortunate you made it back alive. For this war to achieve such a splendid outcome, you are undoubtedly one of the greatest contributors!"
"Do you remember me? Back when you were still a veteran hunter, I used to mentor you! Hehehe!"
"Um, our side received a great deal of help from your team in the previous campaigns, so we'd like to properly repay you. Would you have time to share a meal sometime?"
Faced with the seniors' successive congratulations, greetings, and goodwill, Ye Chen responded to each one with a polite smile.
Before long, the crowd surrounding Ye Chen parted automatically down the middle, unconsciously clearing a path for a team.
It was Twilight Squad, led by Fanu.
"Ye Chen."
Fanu walked up to Ye Chen and spoke in a friendly tone.
"I never underestimated the talents of you young people, but I must admit that through your actions in this war, you have once again deeply shocked me."
"Every one of your teammates is exceptionally outstanding."
"And you, as their captain, have created miracles time and again. You have truly made me see you in a new light."
In response to Fanu's undisguised praise, Ye Chen answered modestly.
"Mr. Fanu, you flatter me."
As Fanu spoke with Ye Chen, the other members of Twilight Squad also stepped forward and warmly struck up conversations with Ye Chen's teammates.
"I heard all those Clown generals from Delight Theater fell by your hands? Heh, splendid work! From now on, you youngsters