Master Head of the Dragon Soul

"Have I ever begged or pleaded for this so-called benevolence? No, I didn't. So, stop flattering yourselves. You guys love spewing all sorts of nonsense just to save your image. Let's be honest: you only offered me the position of 'Marshal' to make me feel grateful and willingly slave away for the Hua family. Do you even hear yourselves before you talk? I have no need for such an honor, nor do I want or need it."

Hua Yingying's anger twisted her facial expression into something ghastly as her finger trembled due to sheer fury. "You-"

"How insolent of you, Chu Feng!" The official's expression changed drastically as he reprimanded sternly, "This is Crown Prince Hua's sister, the little princess of the Imperial Hua Family. How dare you show such disrespect?"

"I don't care about those imperial or royal nonsense. I'm telling you right now that any attempt to show off or act as though you're my betters won't work in my presence, even if you're the Heavenly King himself." Chu Feng stared straight at him. Although his voice was not loud, it still carried a strong presence that one couldn't ignore. "Also, let me remind you that the last person who tried to scare me with all that imperial rubbish was called Su Rui. I believe you are aware of his fate. Need I remind you that you are in Lord Chu's Castle." Hua Yingying and the official grimaced, feeling extremely humiliated and awkward.

Of course, they knew what happened to Su Rui.

They had only extended an olive branch to Chu Feng because they learned that he had recently offended the Imperial Su Family. So, they hoped that he would seek a connection with the Imperial Hua Family.

They had expected Chu Feng to be grateful and welcome them with open arms. However, they didn't anticipate such a cold response.

"Well, if that's the case, I won't disturb you any longer." The official's expression changed slightly, and he ordered someone to put away his military uniform and insignia. Then, he bowed and said, "Crown Prince Hua's orders have been delivered. Marshal Chu, until we meet again."

Chu Feng didn't even turn his head and calmly replied, "I won't see you off."

"Hmph! Let's go!" Hua Yingying stomped her foot in anger as her pretty face darkened with fury. Finally, she spun on her heel and left in a huff.

The servants in the Lord's residence had originally wanted to congratulate Chu Feng and ask for a red packet to honor such a momentous day. However, when they saw that the two parties had parted on bad terms, they lowered their heads and hurried away. Meanwhile, Mr. Zhong walked over with a smile on his face. Then, he picked up the military insignia and unfolded the brand-new Marshal's military uniform.

The embroidery of the sun, moon, mountains, and rivers, with a red sun rising on the shoulder, was exquisite and majestic.

"The embroidery is very detailed. It's truly beautiful." Mr. Zhong was pleased and proud of the turn of events. He smiled and said, "I never expected that I would witness two

Marshals rising to the ranks in my lifetime. I'm truly fortunate.

There had only been a dozen or so Marshals over 300 years throughout Donghua's history. Currently, there are only five remaining.

The Chu family occupied two positions, which was a great honor.

Chu Feng simply smiled and answered, "It's just a nominal position, merely a means for Crown Prince Hua to win people's hearts. I'm not worthy of becoming a marshal." Someone like Chu Tianxiong, who commanded 80 thousand troops in the four major military theaters while defending Yenching, was a true Grand Marshal.

Thus, even though he had gained the title of 'Marshal,' he still had a long way to go.

Mr. Zhong said seriously, "It is still a great honor, even if it's just a nominal position! Furthermore, when Lord Chu retires, you will be the next 'Grand Marshal.' At that time you will truly live up to the title

Chu Feng smiled and said, "Mr. Zhong, do you think Crown Prince Hua will just sit back and watch me regain control of nearly a million troops?"

Mr. Zhong was taken aback and said with a genial smile, "Master Feng, although Hua Yingying can be a bit willful, Crown Prince Hua has always been friendly to the Chu family."

"Lord Chu is the sworn brother of the

late emperor He has even

conquered half of Donghua's

territory. Crown Prince Hua has been referring to him as 'King Father' since Childhood, treating him like a father. What does he have to worry about when it comes to the descendants of the Chu family?"

Chu Feng fell silent for a moment and simply said, "It's hard to say. The most unpredictable thing in this world is the human heart."