"The military and the elite families are two different systems. Elite families have people in the military, but they won't be in high positions. This is a rule of the empire. Even the eight grand dukes can't break this rule," Round Ball further explained.
"The military transcends all others," Wang Teng commented.
"Of course. They have to resist the dark apparitions. If they get controlled by other forces, things will get complicated. Thus, they are given much power," Round Ball replied.
After Round Ball's introduction, Wang Teng finally understood how powerful the military lords were.
"So what if they are powerful? Can they help me?" Wang Teng shook his head.
"They won't help you, but if you have a high position in the military, the Parkers will think twice about touching you," Round Ball said. Then, it kept quiet and let Wang Teng make the final decision.