Chapter 230 Qian Renxue and Hu Liena's Thoughts: Will They Get Ye Han?
"Honorable Lord Ye!"
"My Min clan only needs one spot!"
"Choose the young clan leader, Bai Chenxiang, to stay in Chang'an for further studies!"
Bai He was the first to stand up and speak, his voice resounding throughout the entire venue.
Bai Chenxiang, who had already discussed it with her grandfather, immediately stood up and respectfully said:
"My daughter, Bai Chenxiang, wishes to stay in Chang'an for further studies, and will obey all arrangements made by Chang'an during this time!"
The first forces to visit the city and participate in the competition can choose to leave two people present for further study.
They came as a grandfather and grandson, but Baihe had to go back to preside over the clan and had to give up one spot.
Their decision sparked another round of heated discussion across the country.
"Someone agreed so quickly! Aren't they afraid of being held hostage?!"
"Hmm, the Min clan seems to be a declining force, right? There's nothing to worry about with them, is there?!"
"Yes, yes, let's see what the big powers do next. I wonder if they'll have any concerns?"
"If you ask me, concerns? What concerns?! How could the number one power in Chang'an possibly do something like kidnapping a hostage?!"
The various factions present were also engaged in heated discussions.
The other five qualified factions engaged in heated discussions.
On the viewing platform for the Spirit Hall lineup.
"If I stay, I'll have a chance to be with him."
Hu Liena stared intently at Ye Han in the main seat, muttering to herself.
Thinking of this, she suddenly turned to look at her worried teacher beside her and said firmly:
"Teacher, please let me stay! I promise to cultivate diligently and serve the Spirit Hall in the future!"
Bibi Dong frowned, equally concerned about whether Chang'an intended to kidnap the hostage.
"Five years should be enough time for me to complete the Rakshasa God Trial and become a god, right?!"
"At that time, even Chang'an will treat her with courtesy and should not dare to do anything to Nana!"
Looking into her disciple's resolute eyes, she was filled with countless thoughts, but quickly made a decision:
"Alright, Nana, you can stay and continue your studies! I believe in you!"
Upon hearing this, Hu Liena was overjoyed, and then quietly glanced at Ye Han in the main seat.
Bibi Dong, unaware of what was happening, turned to look at Jin E and the others beside her, and said coldly:
"Two honorees, two spots available. My Papal Palace has already taken one, so the other one is yours!"
The Golden Crocodile's several worshippers were too lazy to pay her any attention.
Did she even need to say that? She'd better try taking both spots!
"Brothers, what do you think?"
Jin E looked at Qing Luan and the others, and saw that they could not hide their excitement.
But after a few glances at each other, neither of them took the initiative to express their opinion.
"Second brother, although we all want to pursue further studies, we're all practically on our deathbeds. Why don't we give the opportunity to the younger generation?"
Qingluan spoke first, and Guangling and the others echoed her.
Jin E thought this made sense, but what about the younger generation present?
Hu Liena has made her decision, and since Gui Mei and Yue Guan are Bibi Dong's people, then there's only one option left...
"Elder Lingyuan! You're the one!"
The gazes of the six Golden Crocodile Elders all turned and landed on Ling Yuan.
Ling Yuan possesses superior talent and aptitude, and more importantly, she is loyal to the worship faction.
"Ah! Me?!"
Ling Yuan was stunned; happiness had come too suddenly.
"It's settled then!"
Before Jin E and his companions could refuse, they immediately stood up and respectfully addressed Ye Han, who was seated at the head of the table:
"Lord Ye, our Spirit Hall has selected two individuals to stay and further their studies!"
"Hu Liena, disciple of the current Pope, and Ling Yuan, one of the eight elders!"
At the same moment, above the Heavenly Dou Empire camp.
Emperor Xueye's expression was solemn, and he too had his concerns:
"Qinghe, Beng'er, Ke'er, my beloved minister Gelong, what are your thoughts on this matter? Is there any hidden secret behind it? Who is willing to stay and further their studies?!"
Marshal Goron cupped his hands respectfully and said:
"Your Majesty, please forgive my ignorance, I cannot see through this, but as a subject, I should return to the country to protect it! Let the spot be reserved for the young princes!"
Qian Renxue, disguised as Xue Qinghe, followed up with a firm tone:
"Father, Chang'an is the most powerful force in the world. It would never stoop to such underhanded tactics. Your son believes in Chang'an and in Lord Ye!"
"Your subject wishes to stay and further his studies! As the Crown Prince, it is my duty to improve my own strength so that I can better assist Father Emperor and protect the Heaven Dou Empire in the future!"
Emperor Xueye nodded, his eyes filled with satisfaction.
"Excellent! As expected of my Crown Prince! What about the other spot?"
His gaze shifted to Xue Beng, but Xue Beng shook his head repeatedly, continuing to feign being a spoiled brat:
"Father, I don't want to stay. I don't want to be away from Father and Uncle Xuexing for five years!"
He wasn't afraid of any trap in Chang'an; on the contrary, he really wanted to go to Chang'an for further studies.
Seeing that Xue Qinghe had chosen to enter, he could take this opportunity to gradually consolidate his power in the court.
When Xue Qinghe returns five years later, it remains to be seen who will become the crown prince!
"snort!"
Emperor Xueye's expression changed drastically, and he cursed inwardly for this good-for-nothing.
Qian Renxue was somewhat surprised, unable to discern for a moment whether the avalanche was genuinely unwilling or feigning reluctance.
To put it in the worst-case scenario, what if he was feigning ignorance and using the years he was away to consolidate power in the court...?
"Hmph, so what if he's just pretending to be stupid?!"
Qian Renxue shook her head to suppress her thoughts, and firmly thought to herself:
"Five years is enough time to establish a close relationship with Chang'an. If we can win Ye Han's favor, our future will be completely worry-free. Why should we worry about these things!"
Seeing this, Princess Xueke immediately stepped forward, her eyes shining, and said:
"Father, since Fourth Brother is unwilling, then let your son stay! Your son also wants to become stronger and contribute to the Heavenly Dou Empire in the future!"
Emperor Xueye doted on this daughter and was reluctant to part with her, but he could see her determination.
Finally, after a moment's thought, he nodded in agreement, then stood up and respectfully addressed Ye Han:
"Lord Ye, our Heavenly Dou Empire has also chosen two people to stay and further their studies: Crown Prince Xue Qinghe and Princess Xue Ke!"
At the same moment, above the Star Luo Empire camp.
Emperor Dai Xiaotian and Empress Zhu Qingyue were both filled with concerns.
Dai Xiaotian turned his gaze to Davis and Zhu Zhuyun.
"Wei Si and Zhu Yun, I intend to give the spot to either of you. What do you think?"
Zhu Zhuyun's beautiful eyes lit up, and she was about to agree.
Davis, however, looked on with apprehension and said urgently:
"Father, I think this is unacceptable! This is clearly a scheme by Chang'an!"
"They can't leave Chang'an for five years, and they can't contact the outside world. Who knows what they might do behind the scenes?!"
"They might have mastered some kind of brainwashing and manipulation technique, and in five years, we'll become their puppets!"
"Don't forget, when we first came to visit in good faith, we were almost killed by their people! They are no good people!"
Upon hearing this, Dai Xiaotian and Zhu Qingyue's expressions became even more solemn.
Davis's words, though somewhat extreme, were not without merit.
The scene of being slaughtered by Baili Xuance that day, and almost being killed, is still vivid in my mind!
Upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuyun's eyes narrowed slightly, and she quickly said:
"Weiss, times have changed. Now that Chang'an is in front of the whole world, he would never do such a despicable thing! I want to stay and further my studies!"
(End of chapter)