Chapter 1588 Compensation (Request for Subscription)_1

Immediately, Pan Wen, with an ugly expression, stepped onto the platform and looked down at the blood-soaked ground strewn with bodies...

In a deep voice he said, "Due to the unexpected attack by evil Soul Masters during this exchange competition, students from all participating teams have suffered various injuries."

"Therefore, His Majesty the Emperor has decided to cancel this Xingluo Empire Exchange Competition. Of course, to express our apologies, the royal household will specially compensate the teams that made it into the top eight. As for the specific content of the compensation..."

Upon hearing these words, the disciples and students, who had just recovered from the previous slaughter, showed their astonishment...

"What? There's such a good thing happening!"

"Too bad, our team didn't make it into the top eight. If only we had, then we could have looked forward to this so-called compensation!"

"Hmph! To suffer an attack within the imperial palace, it's like being bullied right at our doorstep. It's a wonder what the Xingluo Empire's Guards are even there for!"

"With this accident happening, who would dare to attend the Xingluo Empire's exchange competitions next time? Do they really think a bit of compensation can just settle this matter?"

"That's right, according to the previous battles, the Xingluo Empire lost thousands of soldiers, as well as two Hyper Douluo nurtured by the royal family!"

"Tsk, and that's not all. The Sect Master of the Body Sect almost sacrificed himself to protect the Xingluo Empire's Emperor!"

Hearing these discussions, Pan Wen's face betrayed his embarrassment, unsure of what else to say...

Seeing his difficulty, Dai Tianling spoke up, "Secretary-General Pan, let me do it myself."

Pan Wen hesitated, "But..."

The other party was the emperor of the Xingluo Empire; continuing this way could damage the royal household's dignity!

Dai Tianling shook his head, "No matter, this was my dereliction of duty. I owe everyone an explanation!"

Pan Wen opened his mouth but then offered no further consolation. "If that's the case, then I shall step down first."

Afterward, Dai Tianling personally issued an apology for the attack by the evil Soul Master...

Only then did the faces of the teams that came to participate in the exchange competition look somewhat better...

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The next day, in a hotel of the Xingluo Empire...

Lying on a luxurious bed, Xie Xie remarked with emotion, "Who would have thought that the Xingluo Empire's Emperor would personally apologize. It really is unexpected."

Sipping on her drink, Xu Xiaoyan chuckled lightly, "Of course. A monarch of a nation apologizing to us, that in itself shows sincerity. Not to mention... they spared no expense to accommodate all the teams in the most luxurious hotel!"

Beside her, Ye Xinglan's mouth twitched, "Xiao Yan, you're satisfied with just this small advantage? We were almost killed, remember?"

Xu Lizhi chimed in, "Exactly, and we're fortunate that none of our Shrek Academy students were hurt!"

As they discussed, the communicator of Shen Yi suddenly rang, "Beep, beep, beep... beep, beep, beep."

After answering, Cai Yue'er's voice came through...

"Shen Yi, how is the exchange competition going? It should be ending soon, right?"

Shen Yi was stunned for a moment before replying, "Elder Cai, the exchange competition was already canceled yesterday! We should be able to return to the academy before long!"

A note of puzzlement crept into Cai Yue'er's words, "Canceled? What happened?"

Shen Yi's tone grew heavy, "Yes, during the competition, we were attacked by an evil Soul Master. But thankfully, none of the children were injured!"

Cai Yue'er mused, "I see. Who would have thought that the Holy Spirit Cult would dare to launch an attack on the royal family of the Xingluo Empire at such a critical time!"

You should know that just yesterday, various powers united to eradicate the headquarters of the Holy Spirit Cult...

Though most of the evil Soul Masters had escaped early, there was no doubt that this operation had once again solidified Shrek Academy's position!

Shen Yi's words took a turn, and he asked, "By the way... Elder Cai, how is the situation on your end?"

Cai Yue'er expressed her regret, "Although we eradicated quite a number of evil Soul Masters, a large part have escaped, and it's estimated that they will successively head to the Xingluo Land!"

If Shen Yi had been unclear about the reason behind the Holy Spirit Cult's attack at first, now it suddenly became crystal clear!

Clearly, the Holy Spirit Cult intended to spread its influence to the Xingluo Land, then gather the evil Soul Masters from both sides to strengthen itself!

After a pause, he spoke again, "Since the exchange contest has been canceled, we should return to the Academy as soon as possible!"

Shen Yi nodded slightly, "Yes, Elder Cai!"

Immediately after, he ended the communication...

Tang Wulin and the others immediately surrounded him, their eyes full of curiosity as they asked, "Teacher Shen, was that Academy President Cai just now? What did she say?"

Shen Yi gave them a glance, "It's nothing, you little ones don't need to know. Rest and prepare well today, we'll set out for the Academy tomorrow."

However, before his words had even fallen, Xie Xie instinctively protested, "We can't do that!"

Shen Yi frowned, "What's wrong? Do you have unfinished business in the Xingluo Land?"

Xie Xie waved his hand, "No, no... But we can't return empty-handed, right? We still haven't received the compensation the Xingluo Empire promised!"

Tang Wulin's eyes lit up, "Hey, that's right, we haven't received the Xingluo Land's compensation, how can we just leave like this?"

Xu Xiaoyan said with some anticipation, "We helped fend off the evil Soul Masters this time, so it's reasonable to get some compensation, right?"

Xu Lizhi also shone with eagerness, "Mhm mhm, the compensation should be quite good this time, especially after the youth Soul Master contest incident!"

Upon hearing this, Shen Yi couldn't help but laugh wryly, "You bunch of little treasure-seekers, don't worry, the compensation from the Xingluo Empire will be sent directly to the Academy!"

She had thought it was some big issue, but well... this was indeed what they deserved!

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Xu Sheng looked at Dai Tianling ahead of him and said without changing his expression, "Your Majesty, why the long face?"

Without having to think about it, it must be because of what happened yesterday!

Dai Tianling came back to his senses and replied with a wry smile, "Elder Shen, this time's Xingluo Empire exchange contest has really become a joke in the eyes of various forces!"

Xu Sheng softly consoled, "The attack by the Holy Spirit Cult was sudden, and Your Majesty has done his best. Moreover, the teams from all forces didn't suffer significant casualties. Your Majesty should not blame himself!"

Dai Tianling pursed his lips, "Elder Xu really knows how to comfort people. The more I see of you, the more I like you!"

After a pause, he asked again with a serious tone, "Although the previous bet has been canceled, I still want to ask, Elder Xu, would you be willing to join our Xingluo Empire?"

"Apart from the Emperor's position, whatever you wish for, I can accede to!"

Xu Sheng did not reject the offer outright, but rather tactfully said, "Your Majesty jests!"

The rejected Dai Tianling appeared very calm, clearly having anticipated this response...

Just at that moment, a soldier stepped into the hall and bowed, "Your Majesty, the Crown Prince and Her Royal Highness the Princess have arrived!"

Dai Tianling nodded slightly, "Let them in!"

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