The ultimate Valkyrie has fallen for me

The Starry Sky Hall has only one master, but two deputy masters. Besides Dugu Chongxiao, Qin Dingfang is the other deputy master.

Dugu Chongxiao was in charge of combat operations, while Qin Dingfang was responsible for administration, personnel, and logistics. In his words, the "Fang" he designated was the rear area.

Wu Jianming's special operations team is a talent development unit, not a purely combat unit. Therefore, like Lu Diaolong's equipment research and development department, it is under the jurisdiction of Qin Dingfang.

"Make the decision?"

Qin Dingfang glanced at Wu Jianming, who was crying his eyes out, and then at Lu Diaolong, who was standing next to him with a stern look, and couldn't help but smile.

"What, is Old Lu trying to renege on his debts after losing money again?"

"No! Master Qin, this... this... when did I ever renege on my debts? What are you talking about?!"

Lu Diaolong quickly denied it, saying that one's gambling etiquette reflects one's character, and he couldn't admit to that.

"If only that were the case."

Wu Jianming snorted coldly, dropped his feigned bitter expression, and angrily pointed at Lu Diaolong.

"This guy actually dared to cause trouble at my special operations unit and steal my men!"

"Let me tell you, Wu Datou, don't point at me!"

"I'm pointing at you, so what!"

"I hate it when people point at me. I'll break your fingers!"

"Come on! Who's afraid of who?"

As they talked, the two of them looked like they were about to fight.

Qin Dingfang put one hand to his forehead, shook his head helplessly, and then tapped the table lightly with his fingers.

The two, who were just exchanging heated words, immediately stopped fighting and standing properly like obedient children.

Although Qin Dingfang, as the deputy curator, appeared kind on the surface, his authority was evident.

"Did I hear that right? Old Lu went to the special forces to snatch someone?"

Qin Dingfang looked at the two of them and couldn't help but chuckle.

It's true that the special operations team is full of talented people, but that's a combat order, and it has nothing to do with equipment research and development.

"That's right, Master Qin."

"Let me speak! Let me speak!"

The two argued over who should tell the story.

Although there were arguments and some trivial revelations about each other's pasts, Qin Dingfang understood everything.

He couldn't help but turn to Lu Yuan, who was standing to the side, and looked him over with great interest.

His ability to be selected for the Special Operations Team, and his impending recruitment into the Star Dou Squad by Wu Jianming, speaks volumes about his combat strength and talent.

As one of the seven major martial arts groups in Chongming Base City, the Starry Sky Guild does have some such geniuses. What's rare is that, possessing such martial prowess, they are also experts in equipment development.

It should be noted that Lu Diaolong is not only highly skilled, but also has extremely high standards and demanding requirements. Anyone who can earn his praise and even risk fighting with Wu Jianming to poach a talent must be a top-notch prospect in the field of equipment research and development.

Qin Dingfang smiled slightly, tapped the computer in front of him, and brought up Lu Yuan's information. He was surprised again; Lu Yuan had only been a martial artist for less than half a year!

Moreover, his previous background was in medicine; how could he be researching equipment in a different industry?

"Master Qin, you know how demanding the Star Dou Squad is. It's been almost two years since I finally assembled these two teams. And that Lu Niqiu guy actually wants to transfer people to his department! This isn't just poaching, it's tearing down my foundation!"

Seeing that Qin Dingfang remained silent, Wu Jianming grew anxious and put on a pitiful act.

Wu Jianming had already spoken, so Lu Diaolong couldn't hold back any longer and quickly added his own words.

"Master Qin! You can't just listen to his side of the story! How many people are in the Star Dou Squad? Even if it took two years to assemble them, there are still quite a few. But in the field of equipment research and development, someone like Xiao Lu is one in a million! Putting him in a barbaric department like the Special Operations Team is simply burying talent!"

"Who are you calling a barbaric department?!"

"What can you do besides fight? What else are you but a barbaric department?!"

"What kind of martial artist doesn't fight? Old Lu, don't forget your roots! Have you forgotten what you used to be like in a fight?"

"That was..."

"alright."

Just as they were about to start arguing again, Qin Dingfang gave a soft shout, stopping the two of them.

"Both sides have their own reasons, and from your own perspectives, you both genuinely want to retain your staff, but..."

Qin Dingfang smiled and glanced at Lu Yuan, who was standing there.

"You should also respect the opinions of the parties involved, right?"

"party?"

The two were taken aback and turned sharply to Lu Yuan, only then realizing that they had been arguing for so long without ever asking Lu Yuan's opinion.

He slapped his forehead and realized how silly he had been.

Immediately afterwards, Lu Diaolong grabbed Lu Yuan's hand.

"Xiao Lu, as long as you come with me to the Equipment R&D Department, you'll be my personal disciple! With your talent, I guarantee you'll become a top expert in the field of equipment R&D within ten years—no, six years!"

"Xiao Lu! Don't listen to him. Go to the Star Dou Squad. You've already seen the benefits there—everything is top-tier. And you need to understand, even among warriors, there are differences. If you hone your skills in the Star Dou Squad for a while, you might not be invincible among your peers, but you'll certainly have few rivals!"

"Whatever top-tier treatment you want, come to the Equipment R&D Department. Name your price! Even the best kung fu master is afraid of a kitchen knife. Forget about opponents of the same level; once you're equipped with some advanced gear, you can challenge opponents far beyond your level!"

"Old Lu, you have to be responsible for your words. We can't just spout nonsense to snatch people away."

"Who's lying? I'm stating the facts!"

"You two."

Seeing that the two were about to start arguing again, Lu Yuan quickly spoke up.

"Let me think about it."

"good!"

"You should think about it!"

The two nodded, their eyes fixed intently on Lu Yuan.

In terms of compensation, there's no need to elaborate. Both the Star Dou Squad and Lu Diaolong's equipment R&D department are no less well-off than ordinary generals.

As for their status, the members of the Star Dou Squad and Lu Diaolong's personal disciples are all comparable to the "Saint Sons of Sects".

In contrast, Lu Yuan had other aspects to consider.

"I choose the Star Dou Squad!"

After a moment, Lu Yuan took a deep breath and made his choice.

According to his true feelings, he didn't want to be a professional martial artist. Although he couldn't go to the Xingyao Group headquarters to work on medicine, being able to enter the equipment research and development department would be a good choice.

The problem is, he knows absolutely nothing about equipment development!

The previous blueprint was completely upgraded through the analysis of the mysterious tattoo.

If he really goes to the equipment research and development department, he will easily be exposed for some basic theoretical knowledge!

So it's not that he didn't want to go, but that he couldn't.

He couldn't help but sigh to himself, why did it have to be the equipment research and development department? If it were the pharmaceutical research and development department, he would definitely have chosen it without hesitation.

"Very good!"

Upon hearing Lu Yuan's choice, Wu Jianming shouted excitedly and patted Lu Yuan on the shoulder with satisfaction.

"Great choice, you have good taste!"

"Xiao Lu, have you thought it through?"

Lu Diaolong was still somewhat unwilling to give up, but looking at Lu Yuan, he could only sigh helplessly.

"Okay, I respect your choice."

"Old Lu, don't be too discouraged. There are plenty of talented people out there; we can discover them gradually!"

Wu Jianming was smug and proud, displaying a boastful attitude.

"snort."

Lu Diaolong snorted coldly, then suddenly smiled and grabbed Lu Yuan's hand.

"Alright, you can have the person, but I'd like to chat with Xiao Lu for a bit more."