Rebirth of the Prime Dragon Master novel Chapter 231

"Commander Zhao, it's been a while since we last met. I hope that you are well," Rocky smiled while looking at Flank.

"You bastard! How dare you show your face? It seems like you fancy meeting death right now since you've willingly brought yourself to me," Flank replied with malice. He wanted Rocky to pay, and he had planned many schemes to take revenge on Rocky.

"I know there are some misunderstandings between you and I. But I am more than willing to offer my friendship if you, Commander Zhao, choose to forgive me for my mistakes in the past. I can hand over the army flag of my troop as a sign of honor," Rocky said with utmost sincerity. His genuine expression seemed to show how much he admitted his mistakes. Flank however, was unmoved by Rocky's expression.

But the offer of the army flag did not pass him, and his greed immediately overtook his pride. Flank did not want to seem so eager, so he maintained his attitude as he asked, "You bastard, why are you suddenly so generous? Is this part of you secret plans? Do you think I will easily fall into your trap?"

"Commander Zhao, I am but a mere breeder. How could I possibly be able to lead a troop to fight?" Rocky explained with a helpless tone. He had expected Flank to doubt his offer, but he was determined to act as innocent as possible to hide his motive.

Flank was baffled with Rocky's response. He couldn't detect any loopholes in what Rocky had said. It was true that not everyone could lead a troop in battle, let alone an ordinary breeder with no military experience. If even Rocky could master the tactics, Commanders like him would retire. With these in mind, he became more convinced.

Flank didn't want to let Rocky off that easily. However, someone else could capture the army flag before he could, so he planned to be the first to get it. Besides, after taking the flag, he could concentrate on having his vengeance on Rocky. After formulating this plan, Flank's attitude took a quick turn as he replied, "Since you seem to be sincere, I will forgive you. We can write off all our old scores if you hand over the army flag to me."

"Excellent. Please follow me, Commander Zhao, and I will lead you to the flag. I was afraid that you wouldn't agree to my proposal, so I hid it in a safe place," Rocky said wearing an appreciative smile to show his gratitude for Flank's forgiveness. Then he turned and led the way.

"Follow him," Flank ordered his soldiers. He didn't want the opportunity to slip, especially since it was in such a short reach.

Almost immediately, scores of soldiers caught up with Rocky and circled around him. Flank followed suit with more soldiers accompanying him.

'Did he set any ambushes?' Flank speculated as they walked on. Being a veteran in battle made him suspicious of situations like this. He wasn't silly enough to put his trust on Rocky that quickly, so he kept a distance from him.

Rocky took quick glances through his peripheral vision at Flank who was far behind him. He knew Flank was on high alert to anything that might happen. But even so, his lips formed a sinister grin as he continued to stride forward.

Before long, Flank and his troop stopped at the site where Rocky led them. They remained unaware of the ambush Rocky had set.

"There's the army flag, Commander Zhao. I have been true to my word," Rocky said, pointing at the flag that stood on a small hill at a short distance.

"Where is your troop?" Flank asked while he looked around. His mind started to fill with doubt as he assessed the area.

"I have already dismissed it," Rocky replied.

"Is that so?" Flank questioned, remaining unconvinced.

"Commander Zhao, if you do not trust me, you can take the flag till after I leave. After this, I trust that we are reconciled," Rocky said as he motioned to leave.

"I didn't mean to question you," Flank quickly replied. He had planned not to let Rocky off, so he signaled his men to surround the breeder. Then he ordered one of his soldiers to take the army flag.

It took no time for the soldier to bring the flag to Flank, and nothing out of the ordinary had happened.

"Ha-ha... Ha-ha-ha!" Flank burst into laughter as he confidently took the flag with a firm grasp. He had never thought Rocky would be truly foolish enough to surrender the flag to him.

Having achieved his goal, Flank dropped his kind act. His laughing face turned to a malicious scowl. "Catch him! Let's take him captive. Do what you wish, tie him up or beat him, I wouldn't care less."