Everlasting Immortal Firmament Book 04 Chapter 028: Heaven Favors the Kind

The war ended, and Gao Xianzhi resigned? Furthermore, he did so in front of his subordinates and Gu Hai?

Prince Shenwu showed a sullen expression. If this had happened any other time, he would not let Gao Xianzhi go. He would find an excuse to assign Gao Xianzhi somewhere else and slowly gain Gao Xianzhi’s support.

However, they were in Chaoge City now. In other words, Gao Xianzhi’s home. How could Prince Shenwu try to poach Gao Xianzhi in front of his master?

“Supreme Commander, please grant me this!” Gao Xianzhi said respectfully.

Prince Shenwu remained silent, not wanting to agree.

“Prince Shenwu, now that the war is over, it is time to return Gao Xianzhi, whom I lent you,” Gu Hai said with a smile.

“Indeed. Long Shenwu, hurry up. Why are you dragging this out? So many people are waiting for you!” Long Wanyu called out.

Prince Shenwu looked at Gao Xianzhi again. Then, he sighed bitterly, “Since that is so, this commander permits it. This prince’s official residence will always have its doors open to you.”

“Many thanks, Supreme Commander!” Gao Xianzhi stepped forward and handed over the command token.

Reluctance flashed in Prince Shenwu’s eyes. However, he still received the command token.

After resigning from command of the sixth battalion and handing over the command token, Gao Xianzhi felt relieved of a huge burden.

“Baili Zhan!” Prince Shenwu called out.

“Present!” Baili Zhan stepped forward, appearing somewhat bitter.

“Since Gao Xianzhi has resigned as the sixth battalion’s commander, you shall take his place,” Prince Shenwu said.

However, Baili Zhan did not step forward. He looked at Gao Xianzhi with a complicated expression in his eyes.

“Huh?” Prince Shenwu frowned slightly.

“Many thanks for Supreme Commander’s care. Now that the war is over, this humble officer would like to put down my armor and return to civilian life. Supreme Commander, please grant me this!” Baili Zhan said respectfully.

“Put down your armor and return to civilian life? Ha!” Prince Shenwu immediately let out a furious cry.

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