After stepping into the Spirit Pagoda headquarters, Gu Yue immediately saw a man in his thirties or forties, sitting anxiously on a chair...
But when he caught a glimpse of Gu Yue, he quickly stood up and exclaimed with delight, "You must be the Councilor Gu Yue, who's been making waves recently at the Spirit Pagoda? I didn't expect you to be so young!"
Although he is the Branch Tower Master of this Spirit Pagoda branch, due to the remoteness of the area, he rarely visits the headquarters!
However, this does not mean he is oblivious. With just one look, he knew that the aura emanating from the other party was something his peers couldn't compare to!
The only answer was the person in the Tower Master's mouth, the soon-to-arrive Councilor Gu Yue!
Gu Yue wasn't particularly surprised that the other recognized her at a glance and casually said, "Hmm, I assume Lord of the Cold Tower has already briefed you on the situation, right?"
This Branch Tower Master nodded slightly, respectfully saying, "Yes, Councilor Gu Yue, the Lord of the Cold Tower has given instructions that I am to look after your daily needs!"
It was explicitly decided that as a Branch Tower Master, he would personally tend to the needs of this councilor in front of him, indicating that in the Tower Master's eyes, the latter was very important!
Thus, he wisely decided not to offend the other party!
Pausing for a moment, he continued, "Additionally, the Star Dou Cabin has been prepared in advance, you may enter the Star Dou Battle Realm anytime to participate in the tournament held by the federation as you wish!"
Hearing this thoughtful arrangement, Gu Yue's expression softened slightly, "Thank you for your trouble!"
The Branch Tower Master waved his hand and said, "It's no trouble, no trouble at all. However, Councilor Gu Yue, since you've traveled for so long, I suggest you eat something and rest for a day first, what do you think?"
Gu Yue thought for a moment and nodded, "Alright then!"
After a long day of travel, she was indeed quite exhausted, so resting for a day before using the Star Dou Cabin would be no problem!
The Branch Tower Master breathed a sigh of relief, smiled and said, "Then please follow me, Councilor Gu Yue, your room is on the top floor. Spirit Pagoda members will deliver food to you, and without your orders, no one will disturb you!"
Sigh, it seems that this young councilor, while a bit cold in demeanor, doesn't have any arrogance at all!
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Upon reaching her room, Gu Yue quickly glanced around...
The entire room was very luxurious, seemingly specially prepared for her!
Not only that, but there were also two Star Dou Cabins placed ahead, one for regular use and one for backup, in case any mishaps delayed the tournament!
Gu Yue immediately lay down on the bed, "This Branch Tower Master really is quite attentive!"
The treatment she received at the Spirit Pagoda headquarters might not even be as good as this!
Yet, suddenly, she remembered she hadn't contacted Di Tian and others for a long time, and the current moment was a good opportunity!
So she took out her communication device and dialed...
A very steady male voice came from the other end, "Master!"
Gu Yue first asked, "Di Tian, how is the situation with the Soul Beast Legion?"
Di Tian, with a somewhat proud tone, replied, "Master, after years of development, the overall strength of the Soul Beast Legion is several times stronger than before!"
If it used to be that the Soul Beast Legion was just a chaotic mixture of Soul Masters with no sense of belonging,
Now, it is a well-trained, first-class force!
Gu Yue, hearing some undertones, said in surprise, "Oh? It seems that under your leadership, the Soul Beast Legion has indeed undergone significant changes!"
Di Tian didn't dare to claim credit and countered, "No, it's all thanks to your guidance, Master, otherwise, the Soul Beast Legion wouldn't be what it is today!"
Gu Yue did not deny it, her beautiful eyes flickering slightly, "Since the Soul Beast Legion has begun to take shape, perhaps it is time for the Soul Beast Legion to engage in some negotiations with the Spirit Pagoda!"
Her purpose in wanting to take on the role of Pagoda Master was not just to control the Spirit Pagoda, but to have the entire Soul Beast Legion be part of it...
To unite the two into a new, powerful force under her control!
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In just a few minutes, there were already dozens of inner court students who refused to go to aid!
Wu Changkong clenched his fists tightly, not knowing what decision to make...
Could it really be that all these inner court students should be expelled?
Even as an Elder of the Sea God Pavilion, he didn't have the authority to do that. His earlier words were merely to reinvigorate their fighting spirit!
Although it had the opposite effect...
At this moment, Cai Yue'er also walked out from the Sea God's Pavilion...
Obviously, she had witnessed everything that had happened before...
She spoke expressionlessly, "All right, those who just made that choice, you can leave the academy, no one will stop you!"
Wu Changkong was taken aback, "Elder Cai, doing this..."
Cai Yue'er raised her hand to stop him, and continued, "I'll say it again, those students who choose to leave, pack your bags immediately, leave Shrek Academy, I don't want to see you here after ten minutes!"
With these words, many students were stunned...
Elder Cai really planned to expel them from Shrek Academy!
But soon, some slipped away in disgrace...
As long as they could stay alive, losing face meant nothing...
Finally, the inner court students willing to go aid were fewer than forty!
Cai Yue'er's gaze softened a bit, "You should go prepare as well, set off immediately for the abyss!"
"Yes, Elder Cai!"
When all the students had left, Wu Changkong finally spoke, "Elder Cai, isn't this a bit too much?"
Cai Yue'er, somewhat surprised, replied, "Longkong, wasn't this what you said before?"
Wu Changkong covered his forehead and coughed, "Cough cough... I said that to ignite their fighting spirit, I never thought it would be taken literally!"
Cai Yue'er understood, "No matter, if some children are afraid to fight the abyssal creatures, forcing them to go would just lead to meaningless deaths, leaving might actually be for the best!"
But to be honest, a sense of disappointment still lingered...
...
The inner court students who had packed their belongings immediately left the inner court...
But upon reaching the outer court gates, they were all stunned...
Because in front of them were gathered hundreds of outer court students, each one's face filled with determination...
One male inner court student swallowed, "Those are... outer court students? Are they also going to the abyss?"
Another female inner court student bit her lip, "Impossible... Are they not afraid of death? The opponents are abyssal creatures!"
Moreover, among these outer court students, the strongest hadn't even reached Soul King!!
Heading to the abyss would just be a death sentence!
In an attempt to find something across their faces, they failed...
The outer court students showed no hint of fear, as if they were prepared for the battle sacrifice...
Suddenly, the inner court students' sense of guilt grew stronger...
At this moment, Tang Yinmeng, who suddenly appeared beside them, her eyes flickered slightly...
"If you think you're even less than outer court students, then leave with this shame" she said.
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