Urban Peerless Expert
Chapter 2938 - 2958: Can This Demon Banner Be Left Behind?

Chapter 2938: Chapter 2958: Can This Demon Banner Be Left Behind?

Lin Chen glanced sideways at Chen Chong, his eyes narrowing slightly!

Set-up for a fall?

First, propelling myself up with words and then, on the pretext of the amazing power of my Evil Summoning Banner, take the next step to entrap me?

Or, send the third team to the most dangerous locations, or use righteousness as an excuse to borrow my Evil Summoning Banner?

Before showing the Evil Summoning Banner, Lin Chen had thought through many eventualities and was well-prepared in his heart.

Lin Chen did not engage with Chen Chong but stopped in front of Chen Wenlong and saluted, "Team leader, the mission is complete."

Kong Wenlong’s face broke into an approving smile, "Well done, this battle has struck a blow to the arrogance of the Demon Race. What are the casualties among the team members?"

Lin Chen responded offhandedly, "We were lucky to win, and fortunately, no one died. However, the desperate counterattack of trapped beasts is fierce, and many disciples are injured. A preliminary count suggests around three hundred people, but thankfully, their injuries are not too severe. With some time to recuperate, they should be able to set foot on the battlefield again."

Injured three hundred people?

Kong Wenlong was stunned. You were on a roll, hunting and killing ― how could you have so many injuries?

It must be fake, right?

Kong Wenlong doubted Lin Chen’s report internally, but as the team leader, he could not openly question it.

After all, they had just returned from a blood-soaked battle, and you challenge their report of casualties by saying it’s impossible, accusing them of making things up. Would that be proper?

Gao Ming glanced at Kong Wenlong then chimed in, "Can’t be, right? You’ve been advantageously positioned throughout, how could there be so many injuries?"

Lin Chen spread his hands, "The Demon Race is ferocious. Isn’t it very normal to be injured? Everyone is lucky to have survived. Does Captain Gao think I am telling lies?"

Yes, you are lying!

Gao Ming mentally complained but dared not say it out loud, instead, he forced a laugh, "No, the blood battle against the Demon Race is indeed tough, especially since they scattered and fled after being defeated by the Great Demon you summoned. They struck viciously, and it’s normal for our people to be injured while intercepting them..."

"Exactly, even a cornered dog will leap over a wall, let alone the ferocious Demon Race. Thirty-something of them—comparable to Daluo Initial Immortals—trying to escape; it’s not easy trying to intercept them."

Lin Chen agreed casually and then turned to Kong Wenlong, "Team leader, my injured teammates require treatment. According to regulations, teams that participate in rotation battles can return to the rear camp to recuperate and await the next battle. I request to lead the third team back to the rear camp for preparation and recovery so that we can return to combat as soon as possible."

Kong Wenlong hesitated, "They seem not to be seriously injured. How about resting and recovering here? I could find a physician to come over and treat everyone. How does that sound?"

Lin Chen refused without hesitation, "The frontline is tense, and we’re constantly on edge. How could we comfortably recuperate? Moreover, the battles are still small-scale at the moment; not everyone is needed. There are so many comrades waiting to earn their stripes. We are of no use here; it would be better to return to the camp like the other participating teams to rest and regroup..."

Upon hearing this, Kong Wenlong could find no grounds to refute.

Lin Chen’s words were polite, but the implication was clear: Keeping us here is pointless; if a battle arises, it should be the turn of other teams, not my third team! Every other team returns to rest after battle, and with over three hundred wounded soldiers, you want to keep us here, which is not in line with the rules!

A fire burned in Kong Wenlong’s heart. He had originally sent Lin Chen into battle hoping to get Lin Chen killed or to blame him for the third team’s disastrous defeat. But to his surprise, Lin Chen had emerged notably successful, astonishing the entire army!

The Army Commander must have seen it too and taken notice of Lin Chen. If Kong Wenlong violated the rules by detaining Lin Chen, Lin Chen could make an appeal over his head, directly to the Army Commander. If he couldn’t produce a reasonable explanation, it would be he who suffered.

The Army Commander doesn’t tolerate any dissent!

Although he highly suspected that Lin Chen’s claim of three hundred wounded soldiers was false, even if they appeared unhurt on the surface, they could still claim to have sustained internal injuries. Could you really send a physician to examine them?

Even if you did send a physician and they found nothing, could it be that your skills are lacking?

"All right, you’ve worked hard in this battle. The third team may return to the camp to recuperate and await orders. Additionally, tally your battle achievements and report them to me. I will report them collectively. With such a great victory this time, you’re sure to receive a substantial reward."

Lin Chen smiled, "Thank you, team leader. I’ll have Chi Ya send it over once we compile it."

Chi Ya was in charge of military law and battle achievement records, and she was also the deputy team leader. Her reporting to Kong Wenlong after compiling the records was both proper and appropriate.

Kong Wenlong felt increasingly constrained and was inwardly seething with frustration. Yet, with so many squad leaders watching, he had no choice but to agree with a gracious smile, "Good!"

Lin Chen stepped back, saluting, "Then, I will take the third team back to the barracks now!"

"Wait!"

Kong Wenlong called out to Lin Chen, with everyone’s eyes on them, he asked, "Could you leave that banner that summons the Great Demon behind?"