Lu Zhao gently removed Wang Lan's shoulder insignia and picked up the brand-new Lieutenant insignia from the tray, personally pinning it onto Wang Lan.
"You are our meritorious officer, and also a hero of humankind. I hope you remain humble and strive for further achievements. The future belongs to young people like you."
"Yes, your subordinate will not disappoint your instructions, Director."
"You may leave."
Wang Lan kept his face tight as he saluted and had just walked off the stage.
"DING! Military rank page activated. Congratulations to the host for being promoted to Lieutenant. Reward: 5,000 experience points, 500 skill points."
What followed was naturally the toasting celebration. As the main character of the banquet, Wang Lan was inevitably the target of many.
"Esteemed brothers and sisters... I am still a student; I can't drink alcohol," Wang Lan said with a full-faced apologetic smile.
"You're already over sixteen years old; a little drink won't hurt."
