Strategic Assignments

Chapter 18:

"So, Lei Shen, how much progress has been made this month?" Lin Fan asked in a tone far more serious than usual.

Lei Shen took a deep breath to calm himself before replying, "Following your orders, sir, we have gathered 150 orphans aged between 9 and 14 years. All of them are currently undergoing training under Ju An's supervision. The results are still uncertain, but it seems that the success rate is around 10%."

Lin Fan nodded and said, "10% is already good. The remaining 90% should come under your supervision, Lei Shen. From today onward, you will be the head of the family's intelligence unit."

As soon as Lin Fan said this, Lei Shen stood up excitedly and bowed respectfully. "Thank you very much, sir. I hope to live up to your expectations."

'Being in such an important position greatly elevates my status in the family. This way, I can protect my daughter from Lin Fan if I perform well enough,' Lei Shen thought, determined to put all his effort into this role.

As for Lei Ru, she started thinking with hidden worry and resolve. 'Assigning my father to such a role might be good, but it also puts him in greater danger if he doesn't meet Lin Fan's expectations. I must please Lin Fan so he doesn't think of harming my father. It's the only choice!'

"Alright, that's fine," Lin Fan responded indifferently.

Lin Fan then turned his attention to the leaders of the Xiao clan and said, "I have a plan to rapidly increase the strength of your members, as they will form the core strength of the family. In about two weeks, a delegation of girls from the Ding family will arrive. At that time, we will establish a special wing called the Dual Cultivation Tower. Anyone aged 16 or older who has not joined the intelligence unit or the special force must practice the dual cultivation technique in this tower with a suitable partner."

Everyone nodded in agreement, acknowledging it as a good idea.

Xiao Ming, in particular, thought happily, 'This is a brilliant idea. It will significantly enhance the strength of our clan. Although Lin Fan is extremely ruthless and merciless, no one can deny his generosity. He distributes rare and valuable techniques as if they were trash.'

"And also, once the girls arrive, each of you may pick one who catches your eye," Lin Fan added with a smile, knowing that incentives were necessary to maintain everyone's loyalty.

"Thank you, sir," everyone thanked Lin Fan for his gift, though not all of them were particularly interested.

The twins licked their lips, thinking about the beauty of the Ding family girls. Due to Lin Fan's interference last time, they couldn't enjoy their time with them. But now, they finally had the chance to make up for that day.

"As for you two, from today, you will be my personal bodyguards," Lin Fan continued assigning roles.

"Understood, sir," the twins replied in unison, clearly pleased with the arrangement.

'Becoming Lin Fan's personal bodyguard will bring me closer to him, which means even more benefits. I'm truly excited about the future rewards of following Lin Fan, especially considering how amazing the current benefits are,' Li Mo thought with enthusiasm and joy, seeming to have entirely forgotten about his previous grievances.

"As for you, Yu Kuan, you will take over the training of the family's special force from Ju An. Make sure to kill Ju An before assuming his position. Understood?" Lin Fan ordered coldly, knowing from the original novel that Ju An was fiercely loyal to the Ning family and would never submit to him, making him ultimately expendable.

"Understood, sir," Yu Kuan responded emotionlessly, his face betraying no emotions.

Upon hearing Lin Fan's order, Ning Xia's face turned pale. Ju An was like an uncle to her and had been the only one to stand by her side after her father's death and the decline of her family.

"No, Lin Fan, you can't kill Uncle Ju An!" Ning Xia shouted at Lin Fan, boldly opposing his decision.

"Listen, Ning Xia, just because I let your annoying brother off doesn't mean I'll listen to everything you say. So, you'd better shut up and wait your turn quietly. Understood?!" Lin Fan tilted his head slightly and addressed Ning Xia in a tone that was completely cold and non-negotiable.

Ning Xia shrank back at Lin Fan's words, bowing her head in sorrow as she held back her tears.

Lin Fan ignored her and continued issuing his orders.

"As for you, Xiao Ming and Xiao Zhan, focus solely on managing your family. Distribute the techniques I'll provide, each according to their level," Lin Fan finally instructed the Xiao clan leaders.

"Yes, sir," Xiao Ming and Xiao Zhan replied obediently, pleased with Lin Fan's arrangements and the benefits granted to their family.

"As for you two, concentrate only on recovering fully and improving your personal strength. I'll brief you on your roles when the time is right," Lin Fan addressed the two former elders of the Yu clan.

"Understood," they responded briefly, seemingly still adjusting to the idea of showing respect.

"The next time I address you, you must call me 'sir.' I am not your equal, you fools. Do you understand?" Lin Fan rebuked the two elders with a gentle smile that sharply contrasted with his harsh words.

"Y-Yes, sir!" The two elders stammered nervously, swallowing hard as they were still unaccustomed to being treated as inferiors.

"Now, this concludes the meeting. Don't forget to focus on increasing your personal strength—that's the most important thing," Lin Fan gave his final command and ended the meeting before getting up and leaving with his six women.

'These three months will undoubtedly be busy, but they will also be incredibly enjoyable,' Lin Fan thought with a visible smile and a sense of anticipation.

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