I Pick Up Talents on the Interstellar Battlefield Chapter 736 - 527: Making the Best Use of Everyone

The meeting room's door was shut fast, the air within serene and weighty.

Seated in the primary position, Qin Tian's calm gaze swept across the three individuals before him. He inquired softly, "Do you three comprehend the reason for this separate summons?"

"Indeed!" Kane exclaimed almost instantly, a confident grin gracing his features. "It is because, General, you recognize our inherent capabilities!"

While he lacked detailed knowledge of his two companions' histories, Kane held a firm grasp of his own value. Boasting a mutated Phoenix bloodline and combat prowess nearing Tier Six as a Spiritualist, he was convinced he stood as the most valuable asset within the Zuiyu Battalion.

That Qin Tian had specifically convened them all together clearly signaled that these two roommates were undoubtedly extraordinary as well.

Xue Wuyang and Zhou Ziming remained silent, yet they had already deduced Qin Tian's intentions.

"Since you grasp my purpose, I shall dispense with pleasantries," Qin Tian stated in a measured tone. "Your voluntary enlistment in the Zuiyu Battalion plan was driven by the primary objective of early sentence reduction and the restoration of your freedom. I can indeed offer you this chance, but the condition is your unwavering dedication to my service, aiding Ice Extreme Pass."

"I am in complete agreement!" Kane was the first to stand straighter, declaring his allegiance.

He keenly recalled the rash act of violence that had condemned him to a decade behind bars, a source of deep regret over the preceding year.

To secure an early release, he had volunteered for the Zuiyu Battalion initiative, even bracing himself for potential hardships and humiliation.

However, the current circumstances appeared far more favorable than anticipated – his destiny now rested in the hands of a young, exceptionally capable Royal Major General possessing a formidable background.

Individuals of such high stature, while potentially demanding, often proved dependable and presented opportunities beyond the ordinary.

He certainly would not let such a rare chance slip through his fingers.

Qin Tian offered a nod of satisfaction, his attention then shifting to Xue Wuyang.

Sensing Qin Tian's gaze, Xue Wuyang slowly lowered his head, his voice a low, rough timbre. "What is it that the General requires of me?"

"Assist me in training the troops and managing the battalion," Qin Tian assigned the task directly.

Xue Wuyang's head snapped up, his eyes wide with astonishment.

Qin Tian, an Empire Major General, possessed immense personal strength and an unfathomable background. Surely, he would have seasoned commanders at his disposal; why would he need someone with a criminal record to oversee troop training?

Disregarding Xue Wuyang's surprise, Qin Tian continued, "Your sole duty for now is this. As for your recompense – I will leverage my connections and intelligence network to aid in locating your son. You must realize that pursuing the Blood Demon Cult independently is akin to searching for a needle in a haystack; with my influence, your prospects of finding your son would be significantly enhanced."

This offer struck Xue Wuyang directly in the heart.

He had spent an entire year chasing elusive clues with no success. This very experience had impressed upon him the crucial role of resources and connections; threads he had painstakingly pursued might be mere trifles resolved with a single word by those truly in power.

Qin Tian's proposal addressed his most pressing need precisely.

Xue Wuyang's tense posture gradually eased as he nodded firmly. "I understand, General. Xue Wuyang shall not falter in fulfilling this mission."

To be involved once more in military affairs, his area of greatest familiarity, and to utilize external power to find his son represented the ideal outcome for him.

With Xue Wuyang's resolve secured, Qin Tian's gaze finally settled upon Zhou Ziming.

He was well aware that this prodigy of command, known for his pride, would be the most challenging to secure among the three.

"And what about you, Zhou Ziming?" Qin Tian's tone remained unhurried, yet held an undercurrent of assessment.

Contrary to Qin Tian's expectations, Zhou Ziming offered barely a pause. His usually impassive face remained stoic, but his words were clear: "I have no objections."

"Oh?" Qin Tian's eyebrows lifted slightly, a flicker of surprise betraying his composure.

He had anticipated a considerable negotiation, not such immediate acceptance.

It appeared that a year of confinement had, after all, managed to blunt some of this genius's sharp edges.

"Excellent. Since you have all agreed, permit me now to introduce you to my troops."

As he concluded his statement, Qin Tian made a subtle gesture with his finger, and the surrounding space shimmered faintly.

In the ensuing moment, light and shadow distorted, the three individuals felt their vision blur, and their environment transformed completely.

The austere meeting room vanished, replaced by an expansive military encampment. A biting wind, carrying particles of snow, swept in, and the distant sounds of soldiers undergoing training reached their ears.

Kane, Xue Wuyang, and Zhou Ziming stopped dead in their tracks, their faces etched with astonishment.

A spatial jump!

The maneuver was so seamless, so fluid, that they hadn't detected the slightest energy ripple. Before they could even process what was happening, they were whisked away from the conference room and deposited at the military district on the outskirts of the city.

General Qin was, without a doubt, a formidable individual with a profound grasp of Spatial Law!

In that instant, their admiration for Qin Tian surged even higher.

Once the spatial flux settled, Qin Tian took the lead, guiding the trio toward the closest training complex.

This facility served as the training ground for Ice Extreme Pass's indigenous warriors.

The scene within was a hive of intense activity.

On one combat stage, numerous warriors were locked in close-quarters combat, their fists cutting through the air with thudding, resonant impacts. Elsewhere, formations of soldiers marched with impeccable precision, their synchronized cadence cutting sharply through the biting wind. A considerable number were engaged in target practice, wielding spirit energy firearms, sending streaks of azure spirit energy flashing towards distant targets.

Kane, Xue Wuyang, and Zhou Ziming trailed Qin Tian, their gazes reflecting a spectrum of reactions.

Kane's eyes gleamed with curiosity; hailing from a mercenary outfit, he had never experienced a formal military encampment. Everything unfolding before him was a fresh spectacle, captivating his attention as he surveyed his surroundings. In contrast, Xue Wuyang and Zhou Ziming maintained an air of nonchalance. Both were alumni of military academies and had served in conventional armed forces, making this scale of military training seem trivial to them.