Before his rebirth, Wang Dong had sought out Wu Hao Ze to resolve the energy crisis of the War Axe.
Not only did he get ripped off, but Wu Hao Ze also leaked information, causing the forces of Count Tian Fang to enter the scene and join in on the coveting of Wang Dong and the War Axe.
This directly implicated the entire Blackrock Baron territory, putting immense pressure on Wang Dong.
Before his rebirth, Wang Dong did not attend this class reunion. But, he didn’t expect Zheng Yan to have already established a connection with Wu Hao Ze.
“Two years ago, I met Mr. Wu for the first time. After several interactions and business dealings, we established a certain level of rapport.
Mr. Wu was quite impressed with my personal qualities. Recently, he extended a formal invitation. He suggested I join Count Tian Fang’s territory as a reserve talent.
After Mr. Wu’s introduction, I successfully passed two rounds of assessments and examinations.”
At this point, Zheng Yan swept her gaze across the group, noticing that everyone remained silent.
There were no harsh words, nor any emotions of envy or jealousy.
Her heart settled.
“As a reserve talent for Count Tian Fang’s territory, I have the right to form my own small team. While I cannot say the treatment is particularly good, there is one thing: All members of the team, including myself, will enjoy certain preferential treatment within Count Tian Fang’s territory.
Especially in terms of educational resources, we will receive significant support and cultivation! If we perform well enough, then after several years of training, we could even earn the right to command a Spark Warship!”
Zheng Yan’s cheeks were slightly flushed, and her emotions were slightly agitated.
Li Zi Qing, Ding Ling, and Chen Lin Feng, who had been fine before, couldn’t help but be moved when they heard about the possibility of commanding a Spark Warship.
The term “team” used by Zheng Yan was certainly a polite way of putting it. In reality, it was simply a hierarchy of superiors and subordinates. Everyone understood this.
Therefore, even if they would receive training from Count Tian Fang’s territory, they would still need to carefully consider it.
However, adding the “right to command a Spark Warship” as a key point significantly increased its appeal.
For the civilian class, being able to become a crew member on a Spark Warship was, frankly, a peak experience in life.
The path Zheng Yan pointed out seemed to lead directly to the finish line, how could they not be moved?
“Wu Hao Ze is just the head of a trading company. Are you sure he has the authority to handle matters related to reserve talent?”
Li Zi Qing was the first to speak.
“I am certain. In Count Tian Fang’s territory, obtaining the right to recommend reserve talent is not difficult. The recommended candidate needs to pass specific assessments and examinations. If they pass, then the recommender will receive a substantial reward.
Whether one becomes a reserve talent depends primarily on oneself, not the recommender.
The assessment I participated in was held at the government office within Count Tian Fang’s territory. There were many locals from Count Tian Fang’s territory participating in the assessment, as well as individuals like me, coming from different noble territories.”
Zheng Yan responded calmly.
“Can Count Tian Fang’s territory guarantee the promised treatment? Are there any clear evaluation standards? I’m referring to the requirements for obtaining the right to command a Spark Warship.”
Chen Lin Feng asked in a deep voice.
“The relevant treatment is explicitly declared and announced by Count Tian Fang’s territory, known to all. As for the right to command a Spark Warship, there are already several teams that have received this honor.”
Zheng Yan answered affirmatively.
“Since the right to recommend reserve talent is not difficult to obtain, why should we all try to get assessed individually instead of joining your team?”
Ding Ling’s tone was flat, but the question she raised was the most incisive.
“The assessment is quite challenging, and it also takes into account various comprehensive qualities, including leadership. Even I found it very difficult to pass. To be honest, among everyone here, only I could pass.”
Zheng Yan smiled.
The group remained silent, but they understood.
Since it was a team format, the requirements for the leader would naturally not be low.
It demanded both comprehensive qualities and specifically emphasized leadership. In that case, among the people present, there was indeed no one more suitable than Zheng Yan.
She was known in the academy as a true elite, a genius rarely seen in thirty years.
No matter how confident they were, they wouldn't dare say they could surpass Zheng Yan, who had been the student council president since her second year.
Seeing that they were all somewhat interested, Zheng Yan smiled.
Only Wang Dong couldn't help but frown.
“Wang Dong, do you have any questions?”
Zheng Yan knew that if she pressed on and secured Wang Dong, then today’s matter would be settled.
The abilities of the team members were certainly important, but in the early stages of forming a team, especially during the next few years of training, the lack of corresponding incentives made team harmony and cohesion even more critical.
Therefore, she chose to start with classmates she knew well and had been with for years, rather than more capable individuals she had met later.
Ability could be cultivated, but team cohesion was not so simple.
“Count Tian Fang’s territory is a noble territory with a heritage spanning over a thousand years. The current Count Tian Fang has been in power for over eighty years.”
After a moment of silence, Wang Dong suddenly spoke.