Chapter 631: The Gray Family! Seymour!

Besides Zhang Zhou, the other man and woman also introduced themselves.

The man, lean and wearing a crimson battle suit, was named Ake.

Rank: Seventh Tier Mid-Level, possessing an A-rank Mental-type Ability.

The final woman, tall and dressed in deep black battle armor, was named Sera.

Her rank was also Seventh Tier Mid-Level, possessing an A-rank Enhancement-type Ability.

"We're all newcomers, and our ranks are roughly the same.

After we complete our power certification, we might even form a Master-level squad!"

Zhang Zhou laughed heartily.

"Yes! Exactly!" Ake's eyes lit up, quickly chiming in.

His strength was around Three-Star Master level; even if he joined the Degaka Battle Group,

he'd most likely end up in a Master-level squad with an average strength of Three- or Four-Star.

If he could latch onto Zhang Zhou, a Six-Star Master, it would be far better than finding a team on his own.

Xu Jingming smiled upon hearing this but said nothing.

Back in the homeland, he had to join the vanguard team to enter the frontline battlefield.

Here in Mocheng, the requirements were much looser—anyone with Degaka Battle Group status could join the battlefield.

If that was the case, he certainly wouldn't join any squad; solo operation was best.

Sera showed the same attitude.

The woman was in her early thirties; though not as beautiful as Ling Shuang,

she still possessed a refined charm, a lovely face, and a slender figure.

"The frontline battlefield is extremely dangerous—even we Seventh Tier Masters face a significant chance of death.

Rather than joining one of the Battle Group's ordinary Master squads, why not form a new team together?"

Sensing Xu Jingming's reluctance, Zhang Zhou gently reminded him.

"Brother Zhou, I know, but I've always preferred being alone—I don't want to join any squad."

Xu Jingming could hear the sincerity in his voice and replied with a smile.

"Not planning to join a squad?"

Zhang Zhou frowned at this but nodded anyway: "Alright then."

He only offered the advice because they were both from Daxia; otherwise, he wouldn't have said a word.

As for Sera, who also showed no interest in forming a team, he had not the slightest urge to persuade her.

Yet he hadn't expected Xu Jingming to reject his offer.

As for Xu Jingming's claim of not joining any squad, he didn't believe it for a second—he assumed it was just an excuse to turn him down.

After all, who would risk their own life for a joke?

After this minor incident, it was clear Zhang Zhou's enthusiasm toward Xu Jingming had cooled considerably.

But Xu Jingming didn't care; he leaned back against the sofa and closed his eyes to rest.

Two hours later, three more Seventh Tier Masters arrived in the waiting area.

But Kela Duo still hadn't appeared.

Just as Xu Jingming was growing impatient, Kela Duo finally came into view.

"My apologies, everyone—I was delayed by some urgent matters."

Kela Duo was a middle-aged fat man, smiling, dressed in lavish robes, appearing extremely amiable.

He looked less like an Ability user and more like a wealthy merchant.

Yet the faint aura of an Eighth Tier Ability user emanating from him revealed Kela Duo's formidable strength.

"No problem at all, Director Kela—you're busy managing countless affairs; it's we who trouble you."

"That's right, Director Kela, you've worked hard."

Even if they cursed inwardly, in front of Kela Duo,

the many Seventh Tier Masters waiting for hours dared not utter a single word, instead forcing smiles and trying their best to flatter him.

This made Xu Jingming silently reflect.

Indeed,

no matter where you go, strength is the ultimate authority.

Before stronger masters, low-rank Ability users could only grovel, with not a shred of voice or influence.

"Everyone, please wait a moment longer—power certification will begin shortly."

Kela Duo seemed to anticipate this reaction.

He smiled, dropped those words, ignored everyone's response, and walked straight toward the hall entrance.

"Damn! Still not starting?!"

"Too much! How much longer do we have to wait?!"

Several Seventh Tier Masters grew annoyed, yet even so, they dared only whisper complaints, afraid Kela Duo might hear.

"Waiting two hours just to see Kela Duo is already good.

I've heard from some Master friends that many had to wait three or four full hours before getting to see him."

Zhang Zhou shook his head, self-deprecating: "I suspect today some big shot is coming.

Otherwise, Kela Duo wouldn't have shown up so early."

Outside, they were Seventh Tier Masters.

But before the behemoth that was Degaka Battle Group, they meant nothing.

Every day, countless strong warriors arrived in Mocheng from all over the country.

Degaka Battle Group welcomed nearly ten new Seventh Tier Masters daily!

They truly didn't lack people like them.

Xu Jingming had thought Zhang Zhou might be wrong.

Yet, just over ten minutes later,

Kela Duo, upon seeing a tall, thin white youth in battle armor stepping down from a high-end supercar,

greeted him like a long-lost father, rushing over with eager warmth.

His face creased into a constant smile, brimming with flattery and obsequiousness.

"Seymour! It's him!"

"No wonder—the head of the Gray family is Degaka Battle Group's deputy commander."

Upon seeing the white youth, the Seventh Tier Masters all suddenly understood.

"Who is this guy? Why does everyone recognize him?" Xu Jingming asked curiously.

"Gray Seymour, the backbone of the Gray family.

He's only 31, yet already Seventh Tier Mid-Level, possessing an A-rank Elemental Wind-type Ability.

His father, the Gray family patriarch,

is Ninth Tier Low-Level, currently serving as Degaka Battle Group's deputy commander."

Zhang Zhou explained, paused, then added: "And I've heard the patriarch is about to break through to Ninth Tier Mid-Level."

Upon hearing this, Xu Jingming fully understood.

So that's why Kela Duo rushed over to greet him—he was trying to curry favor.

"Seymour, all members of the Elite Master Squad 'Blood Blade' are already waiting for you in the VIP lounge.

I'll take you there right away—they're eagerly anticipating your arrival."

Kela Duo beamed like a Buddha,

not even glancing at Xu Jingming and the others, preparing to lead Seymour toward the elevator.

"Uncle Kela, I'd like to complete my power certification first, then meet them."

Seymour smiled and said.

"No need—I know your strength already. You're more than qualified for 'Blood Blade'!"

Kela Duo waved his hand hastily.

"Uncle Kela, you know, but 'Blood Blade' doesn't.

Without certification, I won't have the confidence to stand alongside them—don't you agree?"

Seymour said with a smile.

His words radiated unshakable confidence.

"This..."

Kela Duo hesitated briefly, then nodded:

"You're right—I'll arrange a private room for your certification right away."

"Why arrange a private room? Isn't certification already possible right here in this hall?

I'll test with everyone else—it'll also let me see the strength of the Seventh Tier Masters joining Degaka."

Seymour said casually.

"Fine then—let them witness the greatness of the Gray family heir."

Since Seymour insisted, Kela Duo didn't refuse, leading Seymour toward Xu Jingming and the others.