Chapter 3922: Chapter 3770
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Shrek Academy, within the Dean's Restroom!
The Messenger looked at Cai Yue'er in front of him and said directly, "Elder Cai, you are straightforward, so I will be too. What conditions does Shrek Academy require to assist our Xingluo Empire?"
Rather than being put in a passive position, it's better to take the initiative in the conversation!
Otherwise, I can only be led around by the nose by the other party!
Cai Yue'er's beautiful eyes narrowed as she spoke, "In that case, the conditions proposed by our Shrek Academy are simple: each year, the Xingluo Empire should contribute one percent of its valuable forging materials and grant certain jurisdictional rights over the Xingluo Empire's military."
Don't underestimate the mere one percent of forging materials, as based on the initial quantity, it's entirely sufficient for Shrek Academy to use for half a year or even years!
As for the jurisdiction over the Xingluo Empire's military, it's nothing more than her deliberate act to maximize benefits!
Upon hearing this, the Messenger's face turned dark, "Elder Cai, isn't this condition a bit excessive? The jurisdiction over the Xingluo Empire's forces absolutely can't be used as a bargaining chip!"
The only advantage that the Xingluo Empire has is the number of imperial soldiers!
If even this were divided among other forces, it would be tantamount to indirectly weakening the Emperor's power!
Cai Yue'er said calmly, "You don't need to be so agitated, isn't there still room for negotiation?"
Upon hearing this, the Messenger's expression softened somewhat...
But deep down, he already knew that in this verbal clash, he had already lost, and very thoroughly at that!
After taking a deep breath, he said seriously, "The previously mentioned annual contribution of one percent of valuable forging materials to Shrek Academy, I can agree to on behalf of His Majesty the Emperor!"
After a pause, he continued, "But, I cannot agree to divide the jurisdiction of Xingluo Empire's military, I ask Elder Cai to propose another condition!"
Having anticipated this answer, Cai Yue'er did not hurry to propose another condition but instead changed the topic, "If I recall correctly, when the royal family of Xingluo Empire was attacked by an evil Soul Master, two Super Douluo fell."
The Messenger frowned, "Indeed, but what does Elder Cai mean by this?"
He had an ominous premonition deep down, feeling that he would be skinned alive by the other party.
Cai Yue'er glanced at him, continuing, "The Holy Spirit Cult has no lack of powerful entities above the Super Douluo level, and their existence is a great threat to the Sea God Pavilion!"
"Therefore, dispatching the Elders of the Sea God Pavilion to Xingluo Land for support represents a potential loss of high-end combat strength..."
"..."
It is unknown how long the two talked, only the sound of the Messenger collapsing onto the sofa with a "puff," his eyes now completely void...
In contrast, Cai Yue'er calmly picked up a teacup, took a slight sip to moisten her lips...
Then she spoke, "Your Excellency, if there are no objections, let's happily decide it this way!"
Upon hearing this, the Messenger struggled to show a smile, "Yes, happily decided..."
Who knows how many ups and downs his heart experienced during this time, barely managing to minimize the losses!
Soon after standing up, "Since the task here has been completed, we will not stay longer! Farewell."
With that said, he walked out of the Dean's Restroom...
Other waiting Messengers outside saw him and quickly gathered around to ask, "How did it go?"
"Shrek Academy didn't propose any excessive conditions, right?"
"I'm afraid it's not that simple. If it weren't excessive, why would his face look so bad!"
The leading Messenger showed no intention of explaining, sighing, "No need to, let's go, set off back to the Xingluo Empire!"
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In the Sea God Pavilion!
Cai Yue'er's gaze narrowed as she spoke, "Pavilion Master, I've detected a Super Douluo level powerhouse approaching the Academy!"
Yun Ming nodded slightly, without saying much, but his profound eyes clearly understood everything...
Turbid World frowned, "It seems not to be an evil Soul Master from the Holy Spirit Cult, rather it feels a bit like..."
Feng Wu Yu interjected, "I remember this aura; it's the Clan Leader of the Yuanen Clan, Yuan En Zhentian!"
Tang Yinmeng was full of confusion, "But why is Yuan En Zhentian coming here? Could it be for Yuanen Yehui?"
Long Yeyue shook her head, "I recall Yuan En Zhentian entrusted Yuanen Yehui to our Shrek Academy and then disappeared without a word, his personal arrival now is not that simple!"
"Here he comes!" As Yun Ming's calm words sounded...
The door of the Sea God Pavilion was slowly pushed open, revealing Yuan En Zhentian, exuding a terrifying aura, stepping inside...
Seeing Yun Ming and others for a moment, he gathered it up...
Immediately cupping his hands, he said, "Pavilion Master, Elders! Forgive my rash intrusion!"
Cai Yue'er was the first to ask, "Clan Leader Yuanen, there's no need to be so formal, but what brings you here this time?"
Yuan En Zhentian took a deep breath, forcibly restraining the restlessness in his heart, and said expressionlessly, "Pavilion Master, Elders, I wish to know where my granddaughter Yuanen Yehui is now, and why I cannot sense her presence!"
Lan Muzi exclaimed in surprise, "Yuanen Yehui isn't at the Academy?"
After a simple perception, his face grew heavier, "Hmm? Indeed, I really can't sense her presence!"
Turbid World also lifted his chin, "It's strange to say, I haven't encountered Yuanen Yehui during these two months either!"
Cai Yue'er's pupils constricted, "So... Yuanen Yehui has been missing for two months already?"
Long Yeyue said gravely, "But the Sea God Pavilion hasn't dispatched her to carry out any tasks, it seems she left on her own!"
Seeing their expressions were not false, Yuan En Zhentian spoke again, "To be truthful, just now, I felt through our bloodline connection that Yehui is currently facing a life and death crisis!"
It seems the cause of Yehui's crisis isn't the Elders of the Sea God Pavilion in front of him!
Upon hearing this, all the Elders exclaimed in shock, "What? Life and death crisis?"
Yuanen Yehui is currently the best candidate to uphold the core structure of the Inner Court at Shrek Academy!
If anything happens to her, not only would it provoke the fury of the Yuanen Clan, but it would also set back the rise of the Inner Court by decades!
Only Yun Ming remained calm, "Regarding this matter, Clan Leader Yuanen might want to consult Elder Xu, you should be able to get a reasonable explanation!!"
Yuan En Zhentian, hearing this, asked in confusion, "Pavilion Master, this Elder Xu is??"
He remembered when Yuanen Yehui was sent into the Academy, only the current Elders were there, he had never heard of any Elder Xu!
Before Yun Ming could answer, Cai Yue'er explained, "Elder Xu joined the Sea God Pavilion as an Elder just this year! It's normal for Clan Leader Yuanen not to know!"
Yuan En Zhentian suddenly realized, "I see!"
It seems this newly joined Elder Xu's strength is at least on par with his!
The foundation of the Sea God Pavilion is indeed terrifying!
Seeing this, Yun Ming calmly said, "Since the situation is urgent, Elder Cai, please lead the Yuanen Clan Leader to see Elder Xu!"
Cai Yue'er didn't refuse, "Yes, Pavilion Master!"
She turned her gaze to Yuan En Zhentian, "Clan Leader Yuanen, please follow me!"
Yuan En Zhentian, not being pretentious, cupped his hands and said, "Then Elders, I'll take my leave first"
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