A difficult choice was placed in front of Li Mu, which made him very embarrassed.

He took a sip of the drink, looked into the distance and said, "Uncle Shi, is there really no one in the corps able to compete with Shi Yun? After all, there are so many shareholders?"

Shi Tianlong sighed and said, "So far, except for me, Shi Yun has the highest prestige. Although Ye Feng is also very prestigious, he is old and only wants to retire. Of course, there are other people who want to be the chief commander, but they are still afraid of being the chief commander of the magma tree. Big nephew, now, many people in the corps have regarded you as their worship object. If you propose to be the chief commander, I think there will be many people who support you. But if you want to be the chief commander, you must meet two conditions: one is to have a certain number of shares in the corps, and the other is to at least become the branch commander. Therefore, this mission is the key. Although it is dangerous, it can also allow you to reach the top and become the youngest chief commander in the history of the corps."

This temptation cannot be said to be not big enough for Li Mu. This is the chief commander of the corps! He is the boss of the corps. When he was young, he always admired the father of the Steel Knife Mercenary Group. But until his father died, he was just a team leader.

At that time, he hoped to join the Steel Knife Mercenary Group like his father. But how could he think that at this moment, he actually had to make a decision whether to become the chief commander of the corps.

This is a huge thing, which made Li Mu's thoughts very difficult. "Uncle Shi, I have to think about it carefully before I can make a decision. In addition, I am the captain now, with more than 500 people under my command. For such a major matter, I must discuss with other squadron leaders and obtain their consent."

Shi Tianlong was naturally mentally prepared for Li Mu's reaction. He could not force Li Mu, so he had to nod his head helplessly. "I understand, I can understand this. Although I can't force you, I can beg you as your father's comrade-in-arms and your uncle. I want you to help me as much as possible, because the fate of the entire Steel Knife Mercenary Ran is in your hands."

At this moment, Li Mu was under great pressure. He had to take back in a hurry. He returned to his office and did not tell anyone about this.

After all, Li Mu was too young, and he did not become ruthless because he became a senior officer. He felt unbearable when he thought that carrying out this task, he would not know how many of his men would die. But on the other hand, Shi Yun's reputation in the Corps is indeed not good, but over the years, he has established an ulterior motive relationship with most shareholders of the Corps.

If the new chief leader is really elected, those shareholders will support Shi Yun against their conscience, unless there is one person whose reputation can far surpass him.

If Shi Yun is really the chief commander, it will not only harm his five hundred subordinates, but also the interests of the entire corps and more than 20,000 people.

In the evening, when Li Mu was having dinner with his family, Liu Yanlan saw that her son was in a bad mood and asked, "Xiao Mu, what's wrong with you today? Your child is very strong and decisive. He has never seen you feel so restless. I can understand that being a captain of a corps is not a simple thing. If you have any trouble, just talk to your mother. Even if you can't help, it can help you relieve some of the pressure."

Li Mu had almost nothing to eat for this supper. He simply put down his chopsticks and told his mother everything Shi Tianlong and he said today. "Mom, I really don't know how to decide. If it were the past, I would definitely accept this task without hesitation. But now it is different. This task is too arduous and we must be dispatched to complete it. I don't want them to lose their lives because of my promotion."

Liu Yanlan naturally understood her son's mood very well. He sighed softly and said, "Children, I think you must first make it clear that this matter is not for your promotion. When you grow up, it is time for your child to learn to make major decisions. In fact, when you live in this world, everyone will encounter such a choice. You know, since your father died, how reluctant I have to let you be a warrior. What I fear most is that one day, you will die on the battlefield like your father. But what can that happen? That is your choice, you want to be a warrior like your father. Although I love you and worry about you, I know more and more that I cannot stop your life choices. Until now, every time you complete a task outside, I will not sleep all night. Even so, I have never stopped you once, and this is my choice."

After hearing this, Li Mu was very moved. As a young man, he likes to take risks and feels respected by the people around him. Although it has always been very dangerous, he has never been afraid. But he has always ignored someone who cares about him, that is his mother.

"Thank you, mom." Li Mu's thanks was very small, but it was heartfelt. "I swear to you that I will never die, I will take care of you until I grow old."

At this moment, Liu Yanlan couldn't help but shed crystal tears. "Of course, I believe you won't die. Xiao Mu, you are a filial and good child. I have always believed that you will never leave your mother. You are an adult now, and I believe that you will make the right decision in this matter." After she finished speaking, she began to pack up the tableware.

On that night, Li Mu also felt the feeling of sleepless all night. This was the first major problem he encountered on his growth path, and he felt that he could not easily solve it. He needed help, and he wanted someone he trusted the most to tell him the correct answer. The only person who can give him the correct answer is Sister He Lu.

Li Mu called He Lu. Since he became a member of the Steel Knife Mercenary Group, it seems that He Lu no longer avoided him like before. Although he still won't meet him, at least when he calls, He Lu will answer.

"Hey, Li Mu. What happened again? How could he call me so late?" Sister He Lu's sweet, gentle, and caring voice came from the phone. When Li Mu heard this voice, his heart was immediately wrapped in warmth.

He told He Lu everything that happened today in one breath.

There was a moment of silence in the earpiece, and then He Lu said, "I understand, Li Mu, it seems that you can't make a decision. I just want to tell you that in fact, everyone will have many opportunities to make difficult decisions in their life. Since it's all over, I think there are some things I can tell you."

"Do you know? Just over twenty years ago, my sister was responsible for an important mission of the Alliance Army of Humanity. She was responsible for collecting one hundred embryos that were about to be pregnant. These hundred embryos, twenty years later, may become the most powerful people on earth, but the greater possibility is that they will not survive their adult life."

"At that time, he knew very well that if these hundred fetuses participated in this plan, their survival rate would definitely exceed 10%. The worst possibility was that none of them could survive. But at that time, with the strength of the earthlings, they would definitely not be an alien opponent. That plan was the only hope of human beings."

"Li Mu, can you imagine how difficult it was for my sister to make a decision back then?"

After hearing this, Li Mu seemed to suddenly think of something. He immediately rushed to the ground and started to tremble constantly. "Sister, I really want to ask you, is it that I just one of those hundred fetuses twenty years ago?"

At this time, in the receiver, Li Mu could also hear He Lu's breath very nervous. "Yes... Li Mu. Today I just want to tell you that you are one of the 100 fetuses. Have you always thought that your sister is very nice to you?"

"Yes, Sister He Lu. I always feel that even if I have a real sister, I will not be better than you." Li Mu answered sincerely.

"But, Li Mu. I always felt that that thing was too cruel for you children. Back then, my sister completed this task, but she couldn't bear the pressure, so she took the initiative to retire. From then on, she had been living in self-blame. Later, when I grew up, I joined the Human Alliance Army and took over my sister's job. I know my sister's mood, and I want to help my sister make up for the harm she has done to you children as much as possible."

At this moment, Li Mu suddenly felt enlightened. He understood everything at once. He seemed to feel that he had been walking in a large fog for more than twenty years. What He Lu said today was like a huge explosion, and suddenly all the fog exploded.

"Sister, I want to ask you more about it. How many of those 100 fetuses survived?"

“So far, there have been five living in total.”

"What, only five survived in a hundred! So, is there one of them Ma Yiyi?"

He Lu sighed and said, "I'm sorry, Li Mu, you are not mature enough now. If I say too much, you will be in danger. I can only tell you this first."

Li Mu must calm down. This sudden, most incredible fact has indeed hit him hard. "Sister, so I am actually 95% likely to be dead."

"Yes." He Lu said frankly: "So I want to make up for you. I want to make up for you for my sister and for those children who have already sacrificed for this plan. But please believe me, Li Mu. My love for you is sincere. I have never let you know this. Will you hate me?"

Li Mu was silent for a long time before saying, "No, I won't hate you, Sister He Lu. I think I can understand how difficult it was when you implemented this plan back then. Since I have survived and have become so strong, I think it's time for me to make such a difficult decision. Thank you, Sister He Lu. You will always be my best sister."

At this time, Li Mu heard the crying of his sister on the receiver. This sister He Lu, who has always been strong and indifferent, would actually cry in front of Li Mu. Maybe she had wanted to ask Li Mu this question a long time ago? She also wanted to know what was Li Mu's first reaction when he knew his life experience? Of course, she didn't want Li Mu to hate her sister or hate herself. That kind of guilt and self-blame might accompany them throughout their lives. Even if Li Mu could give them a satisfactory answer, what about those dead children?

This is a choice. When facing the fate of mankind, this is also a choice they have to make.
Chapter completed!