Chapter 926: A Word of Advice
Upon hearing Old Su's words, the expressions of the noble family heads turned incredibly grim.
These were noble clans that had stood for over a thousand years on the Ten Thousand Demons Continent. To think such prestigious families would be scolded like this?
When had they ever been reprimanded like this by anyone?
Yet now, they couldn't even respond.
Because Old Su of the Dragon Kingdom was one of the few people qualified to scold them.
He held immense power and had unfathomable strength.
Not to mention, they currently needed a favor from him.
"Old Su is right. This was entirely our own shortsightedness, we brought this upon ourselves."
One of the noble heads, though inwardly furious, was pragmatic enough to admit it.
He then smiled and changed the topic: "Since we've acknowledged our mistake, perhaps you could help persuade Ling Zhan to allow our children to return to the Demon-Slaying Corps?"
"We parents guarantee that nothing like this will ever happen again!"
"Once they're back on the battlefield, it'll be up to fate. They won't back out because of danger again!"
As he finished speaking...
Other noble heads quickly chimed in.
"Yes, yes, we've recognized our fault. Please, Old Su, speak on our behalf."
"From now on, our children will fear no hardship, no matter how dangerous the task!"
"Assign them any difficult mission, we won't refuse!"
One after another, they pounded their chests and made bold promises.
Old Su and the other Dragon Kingdom generals exchanged glances, each seeing mockery in the other's eyes.
Heh!
These noble clans might be making grand vows now, but when the time comes, they'll surely look for ways to back out again.
This wasn't a joke.
It was inevitable.
Besides...
Not even these generals—let alone Old Su—could persuade Ling Zhan.
They had watched Ling Zhan grow step by step.
They understood his character, personality, values—everything.
He didn't fear power, never bullied the weak, was calm, cold, and aloof.
Such an outstanding young talent wasn't going to change his mind because a few elders pleaded with him.
That's why neither Old Su nor the others even considered intervening.
"Alright, enough empty words. If you want back in the Demon-Slaying Corps, go talk to Ling Zhan yourselves."
"He's just been promoted by the Sacred Court's top brass from Chief Instructor to General!"
"He now controls all matters related to the Demon-Slaying Corps. Not even we can interfere."
"If you want to plead your case, head to Lemoris Fortress and talk to the kid yourselves. If you can convince him, your children can return."
Old Su waved his hand, signaling he couldn't help.
The noble family heads' expressions turned even uglier.
"Old Su, surely you jest. You're a pillar of the Dragon Kingdom, highly respected—if you speak, how could Ling Zhan possibly refuse?"
The Zhang family head chuckled.
"You don't understand Ling Zhan."
"To him, there's no such thing as social favors or bending principles."
"Even if the King of the Dragon Kingdom himself asked, it wouldn't make a difference!"
"Ling Zhan only listens to reason—fairness and order are what he values."
"If you don't believe me, go ask around!"
The other generals finally spoke up.
These noble heads assumed everyone operated like them—with social favors and mutual compromises.
But those things didn't exist in Ling Zhan's world.
"Enough, go home."
"Whether your children can return depends entirely on Ling Zhan."
Old Su waved them off, clearly done with the matter.
The noble heads exchanged glances and left the manor silently.
Watching their backs,
Old Su sighed, shaking his head: "Even Sacred Court elders who tried appealing to Ling Zhan were coldly rejected. What chance do these noble families have? It's laughable!"
With that,
He turned and went back to his room to rest, not willing to waste another thought on them.
The other generals also shook their heads with faint smiles and departed.
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After returning home,
The noble family heads immediately called the Sacred Court high command.
But once again, they were rejected.
With no other choice, they decided to head directly to Lemoris Fortress the next day.
They had no alternative…
They couldn't reach Ling Zhan.
They had hoped the Sacred Court could provide contact details.
But Ling Zhan's contact wasn't easily obtained.
Even if they got it, it wouldn't be him answering—it would be his adjutant.
And no matter what was said, the adjutant wouldn't let Ling Zhan take the call.
The reason was simple…
Ling Zhan had already told the adjutant:
Any calls from noble families were to be rejected without even notifying him.
The adjutant, knowing Ling Zhan's iron-willed personality, wouldn't dare go against his orders. If she gave in, her position would be gone.
She had earned her role through intelligence and talent, gaining the chance to follow and learn from Ling Zhan. Giving that up over a few noble bribes would be foolish.
So even when the nobles made grand offers...
And promised hefty rewards...
She still coldly turned them down.
In the end, the noble family heads had no choice but to travel to Lemoris Fortress themselves.
Hoping to make their case face-to-face with Ling Zhan.
"I'd advise you not to go."
One Sacred Court elder said.
"Why not?"
"Because even if you go, Ling Zhan still won't agree."
"You don't understand the kind of person he is. Listen to reason—don't waste time. Have your kids join another legion."
"Other Kingdom legions will still accept them."
But faced with this advice,
The noble family heads wouldn't listen.
Sure, their children could join other Kingdom legions.
But if it wasn't the Demon-Slaying Corps, it meant nothing.