Kun Lan only wanted to make a living. After the third round, he could directly secure a position as a Major General, and those who rose through the Continent Martial Arts Competition were also officers in reserve.
There was no need to do things too thoroughly; he could leave a beaten opponent alive to make a good impression on the Royal Court. By not being overly aggressive, more people within the Military Department would want to support someone who understands the game, like him.
The political atmosphere in the Royal Court was intense and perilous with every step. Kun Lan was savvy and couldn't rely on a righteous elder brother for protection as he had in the East Sea.
