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Fury churned inside Tuoba Zhen, almost beyond his control, yet he had to force a smile as he patted Sergei on the shoulder. "You're right, Brother Sergei! This Khan failed to think things through! How about this: take command of a cavalry unit first and familiarize yourself with our army's fighting style. I'll certainly entrust you with greater responsibilities in the future!"

He had already worked out his plan: when the time came, he would send that unit to an unimportant flank or assign it harassment duties. He absolutely could not let Sergei approach the heart of the main battlefield, lest one rat dropping spoil the whole pot of porridge.

Only after securing a measure of military authority did Sergei leave Tuoba Zhen's command tent, brimming with satisfaction.

Although it was only a cavalry unit of ten thousand men, far short of his expectations, he believed that with his own abilities and the Andre Lineage's support, he could easily use it as a foundation to recruit more troops himself and cultivate loyal followers.

Filled with ambition, he resolved to shine in the coming Southern Expedition, make his father see him in a new light, and ensure that the entire Great Luo Dynasty remembered his name, Sergei!

If I can help Father ascend that supreme throne, I'll be the undisputed heir!

Then all those powerful figures at the heart of the Imperial Capital who once looked down on me will have to prostrate themselves at my feet.

As for Tuoba Zhen, hmph! He's nothing but a slightly fiercer dog Father keeps!

If his strength weren't so terrifying, placing him among the finest in the world, how could a beaten dog like him deserve to stand on equal footing with me?

Sergei's heart was full of contempt for Tuoba Zhen, but faced