Lord: My troops can evolve indefinitely.

As for why not choose to train more reliable troops and soldiers?

First, the game's recruitment of players is completely random and unreliable, and the government cannot intervene.

Although there are some special items that can permanently pull people into the game, there have been very few such items over the decades.

Not only are they precious and rare, but they are also difficult to obtain.

Secondly, the primary responsibility of the military and soldiers is to maintain national stability; they cannot abandon training and play games all day long.

Of course, for those who are chosen by chance in the game, the country will also select them to be trained together.

For these people, shooting, climbing, swimming, and special operations are all no problem.

However, it would be a bit much to ask them to manage their territory and grow stronger in the game.

. . . . . .

Jiang Xu answered a few questions, then briefly explained the purpose of the assessment, and concluded by saying:

"The country attaches great importance to this assessment and selection, which is mainly aimed at players at the first, second and third tiers, especially first-tier players."

Upon hearing this, everyone understood perfectly, because players at level one have the greatest potential.

However, potential is one thing, but everything is unknown until it is converted into real strength.

"You ten are the best performers in Suzhou. Congratulations on your outstanding results in this assessment."

Jiang Xu's gaze slowly swept across the faces of the ten people present, his voice steady and powerful.

"Now, please welcome Xia Xuqiu, the head of our Logistics Department, to present the awards for this assessment."

Upon hearing this, Xia Xuqiu stood up and nodded to everyone.

"Okay, everyone, let's give them a round of applause."

Jiang Xu led the applause, and then everyone else followed suit.

"Thank you all for your hard work in the assessment. To recognize outstanding performance and set an example, we have prepared generous rewards for the top ten."

Xia Xuqiu spoke a few words in Mandarin, then walked to the door and picked up a pre-packaged gift box.

"First place: Zhao Xingyu, 500 units each of wood, stone, and grain, 200 units of iron ore, one Tier 2 blue unit card, and one [Resilient Defense Badge]."

"Second place: Lin Chen, 400 units each of wood, stone, and grain, 150 units of iron ore, one Tier 2 blue unit card, and one [Hunting Medal]."

"Third place: Su Mu..."

"Fourth place..."

"Fifth place Luo Xuan, 300 units of wood, stone and grain, 50 units of iron ore, and one Tier 1 blue unit card."

. . .

"Tenth place: Ding Qisong, 100 units of wood, stone and food, one Tier 1 green unit card."

Xia Xuqiu handed out the prize boxes to everyone one by one. The resources and troop cards were exactly what Luo Xuan needed at the moment, and he was quite satisfied.

However, like everyone else, he was also curious about the special equipment that the first and second place winners received.

Zhao Xingyu and Lin Chen seemed oblivious to the probing gazes of Luo Xuan and the others, sitting calmly and composed.

"Alright, although the reward isn't too extravagant, it's still a small token of our appreciation from the Suzhou Liangyi Division branch."

Jiang Xu spoke up and slightly raised his hand to calm the somewhat agitated atmosphere.

"There's one more thing. The Suzhou branch of the Liangyi Division, representing the nation, is preparing to sign a targeted training agreement with you."

As soon as Jiang Xu finished speaking, a slight commotion arose in the room, and everyone looked at each other.

Some hesitated, some frowned, and some were agitated.

"The content of the agreement is very simple," Jiang Xu continued. "The nation will open its interdimensional intelligence database to you and allocate special resources and materials to assist you in upgrading your territory and advancing your troops."

"At the same time, we will provide support to the best of our ability when your territory is invaded by monsters or faces a rift crisis."

Upon hearing this, many people showed delight, clearly interested in the generous benefits.

"But in return, you must accept the overall command and dispatch of the Two Realms Division, and obey the call to serve the Great Xia when otherworldly disasters, spatial rifts or other special events occur in the local area."

Upon hearing this, the atmosphere in the room immediately cooled down, losing its previous warmth.

Luo Xuan frowned slightly, calculating in his mind that this was equivalent to exchanging a portion of his freedom for massive government resource support, the advantages and disadvantages of which were very obvious.

The top four—Zhao Xingyu, Lin Chen, Su Mu, and Wen Kai—exchanged glances at each other.

Then, Zhao Xingyu stood up first, speaking with a polite yet firm expression:

"Director Jiang, thank you for your consideration, Liangyi Division. However, I am a member of the Zhao family, and all my actions must be arranged by my family. Please forgive me, I really cannot sign this official agreement."

Lin Chen nodded in agreement: "Me too. Changkong Capital has already made a complete plan for my development, so it's a pity that I have to decline this opportunity."

The moment the first and second ranked people spoke, the atmosphere in the room plummeted to freezing point.

Although they had expected it, hearing the rejection still made all the high-ranking officials of the Liangyi Division, including Jiang Xu, look rather unpleasant.

However, Jiang Xu quickly regained his composure in a short moment, his tone remaining as calm as before.

"In that case, it's truly a pity." After saying this, Jiang Xu stopped looking at the two of them and turned to look at the remaining people:

"What about the others? Is there anyone else who is unwilling? Just say so."

Upon hearing this, Su Mu from Zidian Technology also politely declined.

"I have already signed a contract with Zidian Technology and can no longer accept official targeted training. I'm sorry."

Following Su Mu, Wen Kai, who came in fourth, also declined.

Four outstanding individuals from prominent families and financial conglomerates successively and explicitly rejected the training agreement proposed by Jiang Xu.

After thinking for a moment, Luo Xuan agreed to sign the agreement.

There's nothing wrong with serving the country. After yesterday's reflection, Luo Xuan is no longer hesitant or timid.

In the end, only six people—Luo Xuan, Li Feng, Lin Mufeng, Shen Ce, Ye Chen, and Ding Qisong—agreed to sign the agreement.

To be honest, Jiang Xu was not surprised by this situation; he had anticipated it beforehand.

The reason for asking again here is simply to demonstrate the official principles of fairness, impartiality, and transparency.

It's not that we didn't give you a chance, but that you refused it yourselves.

"I understand your difficulties. Everyone has their own aspirations, and we will not force you to do so."

Jiang Xu calmly addressed the four people, including Zhao Xingyu, who refused to sign:

"However, rejecting the agreement does not mean you are not subject to official control."

"The rules and regulations related to the otherworld still apply to all lord players. Once an otherworld disaster occurs and a wartime mobilization order is issued, even lords under aristocratic families or capitalists are obligated to cooperate in handling the crisis."

"Yes, we understand," Zhao Xingyu and the other three quickly replied.

If they dared to say no at a time like this, they might not even make it out of the Liangyi Temple before being arrested as cultists.