Rebirth of the Prime Dragon Master novel Chapter 185

"Commander, I recall that you just reduced Rocky to be a breeder at the beast farm. He has no position over the sixth team once you did that. Why did you promote him to be the leader of the first team so soon? I don't think it's appropriate," one of the Deputy Commanders said in objection.

In theory, since Evan was transferred, the leader of the first team would typically be selected from among the members of the team. It was the standard protocol, and it was really unusual that Marin appointed Rocky as the leader of the first team. This decision came off as terribly was irrational.

All of the other team leaders were quite unconvinced. Evan's transfer had affected them greatly. They were wracked with fear and dared not openly communicate an outright protest to Rocky's promotion. Hearing the Deputy Commander voice their concerns, they all nodded in agreement, hoping that Marin would revoke her order.

Originally, they all had a chance to fill the position that Evan had so suddenly lost. Though because of Rocky the first team had lost three members and Evan had been transferred, the remaining four members were all outstanding spirit manipulators. The first team had always been the strongest group in the northeast military camp. Since it was now severely lacking in members, it would certainly be reorganized. Because of this, only a powerful spirit manipulator could assume the position of its leader and take on the responsibilities. What concerned everyone the most was that typically, the team leader of the first team was usually a candidate for the position of Deputy Commander. It was well known to all that if the team leader of the first team performed well, in several years he would be promoted as the Deputy Commander of a small military camp. This was the biggest dream for most spirit manipulators in the military.

"I ordered the appointment after a long time of questioning and consideration. The war is nearly at hand. You all know it's a time when persons of capability will be greatly needed. When I went to the supreme headquarters a few days ago, I was informed that the Holy Dragon Empire was about to make war on the Timber Deity Empire. All the armies are waiting for the order of His Majesty. It's just a matter of time. After the disturbance, the power of the teams here in the northeast military camp was greatly damaged. That's why I didn't transfer Deputy Commander Chen and chose to keep him in his position rather than dismiss him. Only an exceedingly powerful spirit manipulator is qualified to be the leader of the first team. Who of you can rival Rocky?" Marin explained, her sharp eyes scanning through the other team leaders.

Hearing Marin's words, everyone shifted uncomfortably. It was clear that Marin's arguments were beyond their means of protest. They witnessed that Rocky at the second grade of the Earthly Stage defeated and even managed to wound Evan, who was at the third grade of the Earthly Stage. It was indisputable that Rocky was the most capable candidate to become the leader of the first team. No one else's power was anywhere close to Rocky's.

"Rocky, if you don't have any problem with that, you can come back tomorrow. Anyway..." Marin said straightforwardly, not noticing Rocky's cold stare.

"Yes, I have a problem. I refuse to be the leader of the first team." Rocky crossed his arms as he made this startling statement.

All the people including Marin were stunned. Among the other team leaders, Rocky's words provoked glee. They all thought that Rocky was a fool who didn't see the opportunity right in front of him. They never expected that he would have turned down such a good opportunity, but who were they to complain? His declination fit in perfectly with their wishes. In this way, they would still stand a chance to be the leader of the first team.

"Why?" Marin questioned. Never could she have anticipated that her commission would be rebuffed by Rocky without hesitation. She was perplexed and a bit irate.

It seemed that Rocky was not in the mood to explain anything to them. He turned to Marin and said curtly, "Commander, I won't hinder you since you are busy." Rocky nodded and sharply turned away before the others realized what was happening. They were left astounded.

"You perverse imp," Marin muttered with furrowed brows.

When Rocky walked out of the tent, Deputy Commander Chen followed him and stopped him.

"Oh, Sir. What seems to be the matter?" Rocky asked icily.