After hearing Rulu's words, those present whispered among themselves. Old General Li also fell into deep thought. After a while, Old General Li made a decision and said loudly, "Fellow compatriots, leaders of the rebellion, I believe what young brother Rulu just said, and I am willing to support him as your leader. I hope you can support him as I do."

  Seeing Old General Li's stance, everyone's hearts wavered. The bald man with the scar said, "Since General Li says so, I have nothing more to say. Let this young man called Rulu be our leader."

  "Whether he's Huaxia or not doesn't matter, as long as he can lead us to defeat Sanctuary."

  "That's right. Although Rulu is young, he is very capable. He alone was able to control Governor Su Wen and rescue all our people. Who else could accomplish such a feat?!"

  Others also expressed their willingness to accept Rulu as their leader. Old General Li said, "Good. Since everyone has no objections, this matter is settled. Although I would like to stay longer and discuss further details with you, I have many matters to attend to, so I must leave now. Regarding what we just discussed, I will send someone to contact you in the future."

  After saying this, Old General Li slowly stood up from his seat. Others also stood up. Captain Guan said, "General Li, you are busy with many affairs. Taking so much time for our matters is truly appreciated."

  Old General Li smiled and said, "No need for formalities. So, everyone, and young brother Rulu, until we meet again."

  Afterwards, Old General Li and the people he brought left the stone room in an orderly manner. Everyone wanted to see Old General Li off, but he insisted it wasn't necessary, so they only accompanied him to the doorway before returning to sit in the stone room.

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  "Rulu, now that we're all on the same team, why don't you stay today? Let us prepare a celebration feast for you," Captain Guan said enthusiastically to Rulu.

  Rulu said, "I appreciate your kindness, Captain Guan, but I can't stay here too long. I need to return to Blue Sea City after dark."

  "So urgent?"

  "Yes, as I mentioned earlier, I have an important matter to attend to. For this, I must leave Blue Sea City for several months or even longer. So for a long time to come, I won't be contacting you."

  "What? You're leaving for so long?" Captain Guan was very surprised. "Then what about the matter General Li just mentioned? You're our leader now. If you're not here, many things can't proceed."

  Rulu said, "It's fine. During my absence, Captain Guan, you will take my place and handle these matters."

  "This... how could that work!" Captain Guan looked astonished.

  Rulu said, "Actually, Captain Guan is most suitable to be the leader. I said I wanted to be your leader only because I don't like being constrained. You have more experience in this area than I do, Captain Guan, so there's no need to decline."

  "But... but..." Captain Guan still wanted to decline, when the bald man with the scar said, "Captain Guan, no need to be modest. I think you're capable of handling this well."

  "Yes, Rulu asking you to be the leader shows he trusts you. No need to decline."

  Others also expressed their support for Captain Guan. After all, Captain Guan had considerable standing among them. Though Rulu was exceptional, he was still an outsider with unknown origins. Compared to Rulu, they were more willing to have Captain Guan as their leader.

  Captain Guan scratched his head and said somewhat uncertainly, "Alright, since everyone says so, I'll respectfully comply."

  Rulu said, "Then it's decided. I also have another favor to ask of you, Captain Guan."

  Captain Guan said, "Rulu, you're our leader now. If you need anything, just say it."

  "I want to take Kallen with me, borrow her for a period of time, perhaps several months or longer."

  "You want to take Kallen?!" Captain Guan hadn't expected this request from Rulu. He hesitated and said, "This is Kallen's personal matter. We should see what Kallen herself thinks. Kallen, are you willing to go with Rulu?"

  As he spoke, Captain Guan turned his gaze toward Kallen, who was standing aside. Kallen was also a bit dazed. She stared at Rulu blankly and said, "Ru... Rulu, what do you want me to do for you? Why must you choose me?"