Looking at Lin Chen still snoring, everyone wore faces filled with bizarre expressions.

This guy could still sleep under these circumstances.

Xie Wanling's expression turned particularly unsightly. Her punch just now had been with full force, yet, when it landed on that guy's hand, it felt utterly soft.

No wonder the higher-ups had made this guy a team leader; his strength was extraordinarily powerful.

At this moment, Wu Shitong could not take it anymore and stomped on Lin Chen's foot.

"Ah! Who stepped on me?"

Lin Chen jolted awake from his sleep, looked around, and everyone stared back at him as if he were a monster.

"So, is the meeting over?" Lin Chen scratched his head awkwardly and chuckled.

Xie Wanling was exceedingly furious, having always taught through aggressive demonstrations in her many years as an instructor, resorting to force if the students did not comply.

This time, taking control of Sector 118, she had resolved to implement militaristic management on these folks, and on the first day, a Lin Chen popped up.

At this moment, Xie Wanling's face was as cold as ice, wishing she could devour Lin Chen whole.

Lin Chen looked up to see a beauty glaring at him with resentment, and he couldn't help but be startled: "Beautiful lady, do I owe you money? Why are you looking at me like that?"

Xie Wanling finally felt a sense of collapse. Hadn't the higher-ups described this guy as intelligent, steady, with strong leadership and extraordinary abilities? Were they really talking about this moron who drooled in his sleep?

Taking a deep breath, Xie Wanling finally announced, "I now declare a decision—the removal of Lin Chen from his role as action team leader. The team leader position will be appointed based on combat prowess; we speak with our fists here, whoever is stronger gets to be the leader."

Upon hearing Xie Wanling's words, everyone was startled.

Who exactly was this guy for her to just dismiss the chosen candidate of the high-ups like that?

"Lin Chen, do you have any objections?" Xie Wanling asked, staring at Lin Chen.

Lin Chen yawned: "As you wish, thanks for relieving me of this team leader position!"

What!

Lin Chen's reaction caught everyone off guard. They had expected Lin Chen to resist or perhaps do something drastic, but instead, he accepted it so casually.

At this moment, Jia Xiangkai's face showed a trace of joy. He hadn't expected such a plot twist. If he could successfully compete to be the team leader, his value in the eyes of those under His Highness the Eighth would rise, and so would his compensation. How could he pass up such an opportunity?

Xie Wanling nodded: "Alright, who wants to apply?"

Jia Xiangkai raised his hand and said, "Director Xie, I have been in charge of this project for years, pouring my blood and sweat into it, so I would like to apply."

Upon hearing Jia Xiangkai apply, everyone's expression changed.

Being the vice director of Sector 118 was no mean feat for Jia Xiangkai, who was also a powerful fire-based superpower user.

His strength had always been the top in Sector 118, unmatched by anyone. With him applying, who else would dare covet this position?

All eyes gathered on Lin Chen, freshly stripped of his role, presuming that he would reapply. However, when everyone looked at him, they were taken aback; in this crucial moment, the guy was actually still playing "Fight the Landlord."

My goodness, how relaxed this guy must be to still think about playing "Fight the Landlord" even after being stripped of his team leader position.

Wu Shitong's expression turned unsightly. She had always been on bad terms with Jia Xiangkai, a man of narrow-mindedness who could not tolerate anyone better than him. If he became the team leader, there was no way she could enter the action team.

"Lin Chen, sign up!" Wu Shitong whispered to Lin Chen.

"Why should I sign up? It's finally my turn not to be the annoying team leader," Lin Chen said casually while playing cards.

"You jerk, you have to be the team leader," Wu Shitong said anxiously.

As Lin Chen hesitated to sign up, Jia Xiangkai suddenly laughed: "You, relying on women, I knew you had no real ability. Wasn't it just with the help of Wu Shitong's dad that you became the team leader? I'm very curious—how did you serve her to make her dad grant you such a great position?"

Everyone at Bureau 118 knew that Wu Shitong was a second-generation official with a very strong background, supposedly a high-ranking official in the China Special Operations Bureau. Lin Chen and Wu Shitong had always been very close. After Jia Xiangkai mentioned it, everyone seemed to have an epiphany.

"No wonder this sloppy young man could become the action team leader as soon as he arrived—it was all thanks to a woman!"

"Luckily, there's a righteous leader sent from above. Now, playing games for credentials won't work anymore!"

Many faces showed mocking expressions.

"Jia Xiangkai, what nonsense are you talking about? Lin Chen and I have absolutely no such relationship," Wu Shitong retorted furiously.

"Nothing at all, haha, I wonder how many times you've been in bed. I'm curious how this guy with no experience and no ability became the action team leader. So the only explanation is he's a pretty boy supported by a woman," Jia Xiangkai said arrogantly.

"Hey, uncle, you're getting a bit carried away there!" Lin Chen put down his phone and said coldly.

"Carried away? Haha, are you talking about me? If you're not convinced, let's have a one-on-one. I'll show you the real strength of the strongest at Bureau 118," Jia Xiangkai boasted.

Lin Chen smiled faintly, "Are you sure you want to challenge me one-on-one? I'll roast your ass!"

Upon hearing Lin Chen's words, many in the conference room shook their heads in amusement.

Jia Xiangkai was fire-attributed and least afraid of fire; Lin Chen threatening him with fire was a joke.

"Kid, you want to burn me? Haha, you can try. I'll show you, you're nothing but a useless man who relies on women!" Jia Xiangkai taunted.

Seeing the guy who had snatched his position as team leader, Jia Xiangkai disliked Lin Chen more than ever. This time, he finally had the chance to deal with him properly.

Lin Chen smiled faintly, "What a nuisance. Since you're so keen on being masochistic, I'll oblige and sign up too."

Upon hearing Lin Chen signed up, a faint smile appeared on Xie Wanling's face.

Finally, she could witness the strength of the guy Mr. Long had praised so highly.

All the people from Bureau 118 gathered at the training ground, watching the two tense figures on the field.

At that moment, Xie Wanling sat in the center and said coldly, "Although this competition is a friendly match, you all must demonstrate your best abilities without holding back. Even if injuries occur, I will take responsibility."

Upon hearing Xie Wanling's words, there was an uproar in the arena.

Lin Chen smiled helplessly, "This girl really doesn't mind stirring up trouble!"

Hearing Xie Wanling's statement, Jia Xiangkai's face showed a trace of pleasure: "Kid, stepping onto this training field is the most regrettable decision of your life."

"Is that so? I've made many decisions, but I've never regretted them," Lin Chen said lightly.

"Hmph, I really don't know what Wu Shitong sees in you. In terms of looks, experience, and capability, you are nothing but trash in front of me. Yet you dare steal the heart of my woman. I'll properly deal with you today," Jia Xiangkai said coldly while clenching his fists.

"Is that so? I did tell you I was going to roast your behind," Lin Chen said with a slight smile, noticing the flames emanating from Jia Xiangkai's fists.