r18novel Chapter 77 of the First Person
Chapter 77 of the First Person
They all opened their mouths, facing Long Yeyue, and a piercing yet captivating song rang out. Long Yeyue, her expression grim, intensified the radiance of the Holy Dragon of Light, attempting to repel the fish skeletons.
Pale gray flames coiled around the fishbone, greatly reducing the effectiveness of the holy light.
The mermaid skeletons scattered in all directions, singing in unison to Long Yeyue. The enchanting songs kept drilling into Long Yeyue's mind, troubling her offensive.
Chapter 146 Zhang Huanyun Asks for Five Hundred Billion at the First Word
As the mermaid skeletons sang loudly, the other animal skeletons received a significant boost. They flew out from the sea of bones below and pounced towards Long Yeyue.
"A bunch of beasts! Get out of here!" Long Yeyue roared, summoning a dense light to repel the undead creatures.
However, due to the blessing of the underworld's realm of rebirth and the difference in strength, these invincible rays of light had no effect on the undead.
The seventh spirit ring shone brightly, revealing the seventh spirit skill, Hades' True Form.
A towering figure, hundreds of feet tall and clad in blue armor, merged with Harosa. Harosa, his aura now even stronger, gazed indifferently at Long Yeyue in the distance, and a sword aura filled with the scent of death once more hurtled towards her.
Boom! Gray and white light filled the space! When the light dissipated, a scene of a tall, imposing gray figure wielding a longsword battling a white dragon appeared on the desolate sea.
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Federal Parliament
Zhang Huanyun looked at the Federal Speaker and Guan Yue sitting next to him with displeasure:
"What's going on! With Chen Xinjie and Long Yeyue's strength, shouldn't they have arrived in Mingdu by now? Why aren't they here yet? Have they gone on their honeymoon!"
Hearing Zhang Huanyun's sarcasm, Dong Zian, sitting next to him, couldn't help but laugh. Guan Yue gave an awkward smile, while the Federal Speaker took out a handkerchief and kept wiping the cold sweat from his forehead.
He had already cursed those two scoundrels and their ancestors for eighteen generations in his mind. They promised to bring Long Yeyue to clarify things, but where was she?! Where did she go?
So many high-ranking officials have been sitting here waiting for two hours. If Chen Xinjie doesn't come soon, he'll be pushed forward to take the blame.
He realized that Dong Zian, Zhang Huanyun, and Xu Xuandou beside him all had ill intentions. Although Yu Guanzhi didn't express his opinion, it was clear from his demeanor that he had no intention of speaking up for Chen Xinjie.
Guan Yue, the deputy hall master of the War God Hall, always waits for Chen Xinjie to arrive before making any decisions; he has no say in anything.
If Chen Xinjie doesn't come soon, the meeting will just start as usual. Most of the people here are busy and don't have that much time to waste.
But before the unfavorable plan for Chen Xinjie is released, they won't even ask him, the sucker, to sign it. Then, after Chen Xinjie reads the plan, he'll come after him and cause trouble… Just thinking about that scene makes the Federal Speaker's body go weak.
Although Guan Yue's face remained calm, his heart was in turmoil. If it weren't for his duty, he would have already flown out to find Yun Ming and Chen Xinjie.
The situation is now in complete chaos. Nine days have passed since Long Yeyue's crushing victory over the Blood God Legion. Not only is Long Yeyue herself missing, but Chen Xinjie is also nowhere to be found.
As Yun Ming's close friend, Guan Yue suspected that he might have gone mad. Otherwise, it was impossible for him and Chen Xinjie to have been completely out of contact.
Although his face remained unchanged, he felt utterly exhausted. Chen Xinjie was in the wrong to begin with, and now he was being held back by Yun Ming.
This led other high-ranking officials, unaware of the truth, to believe that Chen Xinjie was trying to intimidate them. Unfortunately, he, the only one who knew the truth, couldn't speak out.
If he tells the truth, it will escalate the conflict between the Temple of War and Shrek Academy, which will give certain schemers an opportunity to exploit the situation.
Zhang Huanyun tapped the table: "Let's start the meeting! The sooner we finish, the better. I'm in a hurry to get back to the Blood God Legion."
Sigh! Urged by Zhang Huanyun, the Federal Speaker reluctantly began the meeting. As most people expected, Zhang Huanyun's criticism was directed at Shrek Academy, the Temple of War, and the Sea God Legion led by Chen Xinjie.
Under Zhang Huanyun's exaggerated claims, Long Yeyue went from being a freeloader to a villain plotting against their Blood God Legion, with Chen Xinjie as an accomplice. The Federal Speaker knew perfectly well that what Zhang Huanyun was saying was nonsense, but he could only bite the bullet and ask Zhang Huanyun for his opinion.
"Five billion federal dollars in resource compensation! No problem! No problem! Commander Zhang, this is all easy to agree to!" Seeing Zhang Huanyun's gesture, a councilor breathed a sigh of relief and said easily.
Although the amount is not small, given the impact of this incident, the cost of using this money to appease Zhang Huanyun and the other councilors was considered acceptable.
After all, the Blood God Legion has been guarding the front line of the Abyss Plane and the Douluo Plane for many years. Among the major legions, the Federal Councilors have always attached great importance to this first line of defense of the Douluo Plane.
The Speaker of the Federal Parliament breathed a sigh of relief; it was just five billion. The Federation could afford it!
Zhang Huanyun glanced at the reactions of the crowd and exchanged a look with Xu Xuandou. A smile appeared on both of their faces.
"Fifty billion? Are you trying to fob me off? Five hundred billion in military resources! Not a penny less!" Zhang Huanyun said casually, leaning back in his chair.
Now, thanks to the resistance of the titled Douluo from various powerful forces, the Blood God Legion's meals are no longer costing them anything. Zhang Huanyun must find other ways to generate more revenue.
After all, the combat forces sent by other forces cost money, and the newly delivered soul tools and mechs from the Sun Moon Royal Soul Guidance Academy also require investment in training. The Blood God Legion's training resources and finding battle armor blacksmiths also cost money.
Although the titled Douluo from various forces are helping voluntarily, they can't just leave without giving anything in return! That costs money too! While the Blood God Legion has gained more powerful members, its expenses have also increased.
Just when he was deeply troubled by this, Long Yeyue and Chen Xinjie gave him a reason. He could use Chen Xinjie's incident as grounds to ask the Federation for compensation! After all, Chen Xinjie insisted on getting involved!
For his own safety, he even brought Xu Xuandou along. With a Limit Douluo by his side, Zhang Huanyun spoke with more confidence.
"Five...five hundred billion!!!" Upon hearing this number, the Federal Speaker's heart, which had just been at ease, shattered completely.
The other lawmakers were stunned when they heard this figure! This wasn't just doubling; it was astronomical. Asking for 500 billion? Why didn't Zhang Huanyun just order their lives away?!
Seeing Zhang Huanyun's actions, Dong Zi'an, who was also a legion commander, had a bright look in his eyes! As expected of a scholar, he was ruthless in his approach! Asking for 500 billion right off the bat, Dong Zi'an looked at Zhang Huanyun with admiration.
Zhang Huanyun responded with a smile! Keep it low-key! Keep it low-key! And raised an eyebrow at Xu Xuandou.
Xu Xuandou gave a thumbs up! As expected of a man who has been a legion commander for so many years, he shows no mercy when it comes to taking down the Federation.
Guan Yue was equally startled! Five hundred billion!!! Could it be that they, the Temple of War, would have to pay for it?! Their Temple of War certainly didn't have that much money to give Zhang Huanyun.
Chen Shaojie shrank back, trying his best to avoid being seen by Zhang Huanyun. Their Sea God Legion normally spent a lot of money maintaining those warships and vessels. They certainly didn't have that much money to compensate Zhang Huanyun.
In addition, Chen Shaojie himself was dissatisfied with his father, and he had already been told what had happened by his second uncle.
When he learned that his father had gotten into so much trouble because of that crazy woman, Long Yeyue, his hatred for Long Yeyue reached its peak.
What's so good about this crazy woman? Her own father has always been obsessed with her.
Guan Yue lowered his head, looking at the soul-guided communicator in his hand. Compared to what was happening here, he was more concerned about the situation with Yun Ming and Chen Xinjie.
I hope these two don't start fighting!
Chapter 147 The Backstabbing of Chairman Yu and His Partner, and Guan Yue's Ambiguous Attitude
"Commander Zhang, that joke was terrifying. It gave me quite a fright." A councilor looked at Zhang Huanyun with a forced smile, hoping he was just joking.
"Tsk! Do you think I'm bored? You think I'm joking with you guys?!" Zhang Huanyun glared at the congressman whose face had turned pale because of his words, then looked at the Federal Speaker:
"Five hundred billion! Deliver it to the Blood God Legion within three days! Shrek Academy also bears responsibility for how this incident has developed to this point! You can always ask them for a portion of it later."
But that's your business with them, it has nothing to do with my Blood God Legion. Give me the money first; after all, many of our Blood God Legion soldiers have been harmed because of this incident.”
Zhang Huanyun was speechless after saying that. If they hadn't stopped them, Xue Er and Xue Jiu would have really left the Blood God Legion and returned to their own families.
Chen Xinjie really treated Xue Er and his son like criminals this time. If it weren't for the desperate attempts by Xue San and Xue Wu, who were also victims in this incident, to stop them, the Xue Er father and son would have run away that very day.
Upon hearing that they were to ask Shrek for money, many congressmen quickly took out handfuls of their blood pressure and heart medication and stuffed them into their mouths.
Asking Shrek Academy for money? Are you kidding me! Shrek Academy is a bunch of thugs, whether they're in the right or not. They're terrified that Shrek will turn around and demand compensation from them.
Don't ask why, because they really did it.
The thought of having to reason with a group of bandits sent a pang of anguish through the faces of the councilors. The Speaker of the Federal Parliament even turned to the two vice-temple masters of the Temple of War for help.
Yu Guanzhi coughed lightly and then looked at the Federal Speaker: "This time, it was indeed our Federation that was in the wrong. As the commander of our Federation's military, Lord Chen failed to fulfill his duties."
"When our brother legion, the Blood God Legion, was insulted by Long Yeyue, he not only failed to stand up for them but also helped this traitorous person, Long Yeyue. When I learned of this, I was heartbroken..."
Um? ? ? ?
"Is that right?!" The Federal Speaker looked at Yu Guanzhi, who was giving a speech, with a shocked expression. "Shouldn't we deal with the Blood God Legion issue first before talking about Chen Xinjie?! How could you start betraying us like this?"
Seeing that Yu Guanzhi had begun to openly express his treacherous remarks, the Federal Speaker hurriedly turned his pleading gaze to Guan Yue, another pillar of stability.
But to his despair, he discovered that Guan Yue was nodding in agreement. Helplessly, he slumped into his chair, looking up at the exquisite and ornate ceiling.
That's it! It's hopeless!
Hearing Yu Guanzhi's words constantly revolving around Chen Xinjie, Xu Xuandou scratched his head and sent a puzzled telepathic message to Zhang Huanyun beside him: "Old Zhang! What's he doing? Why does he keep bringing up Chen Xinjie in every other sentence?"
Zhang Huanyun raised an eyebrow, a playful smile appearing on his lips. Yu Guanzhi wasn't even pretending; he was already betraying his good senior brother.
But on second thought, Yu Guanzhi's actions weren't entirely wrong. Judging from Chen Xinjie's behavior in this incident, Zhang Huanyun was afraid that if Long Yeyue gave the order, Chen Xinjie would immediately lead all the War Gods of the War God Temple and the Sea God Legion to join Shrek Academy.
Just thinking about that scene sent chills down Zhang Huanyun's spine. It was terrifying!
After speaking for quite some time, Yu Guanzhi nodded to everyone present and then sat down.
As soon as he sat down, enthusiastic applause erupted. Yu Guanzhi glanced around at the applauding councilors in astonishment. What was going on? Did their family really have so many councilors they'd helped up? Could it be that they'd all been suffering under Chen Xinjie's thumb for a long time?
Xu Xuandou nodded from his seat, and the clapping councilors immediately stopped and obediently sat down.
Most of these councilors were promoted by the Spirit Pagoda and the Xuanming Sect, while the rest were supported by other forces such as the Yu family, the Le family, and the Mingdu Royal Soul Guidance Academy.
Apart from the Yu family members, the other councilors all received instructions from their superiors. They'll just have to wait and see what Xu Xuandou does; whatever he does, they'll support him.
Seeing that Yu Guanzhi had received so much support, Dong Zian also stood up and coughed. The Federal Speaker, seeing that the commander of the Western Legion was still present, felt a renewed glimmer of hope in his eyes.
"Yes! I think General Yu is right! We must pay this money! We must pay it today! The Blood God Legion has been guarding the safety of our Douluo Continent in the extreme cold for many years, yet Long Yeyue has openly insulted us heroes. This is an insult to them. And Chen Xinjie, who agreed with Long Yeyue's actions, has failed in his duty..."
Listening to Dong Zi'an's speech, the Federal Speaker stared blankly at the ceiling with lifeless eyes. They were all a bunch of pushovers, readily handing over 500 billion dollars. What was the point of being the Federal Speaker? He was just there to serve them.
Dong Zi'an's speech was met with enthusiastic applause. He nodded to Xu Xuandou and the others and then sat down.
He turned and met Yu Guanzhi's gaze; both saw hostility in each other's eyes. After all, such was the way things were in the military!
Looking at the complex situation before him, Guan Yue pondered Chen Xinjie's actions over the years and his relationship with Long Yeyue.
The thought that he was actually trying to seduce his master's wife made even the kind-hearted Guan Yue feel dissatisfied.
He's already so old, yet he insists on putting a label on his teacher. It's actually a good thing that keeping him busy and preventing him from bothering Long Yeyue.
He thought the current situation was quite good! Guan Yue just quietly watched Yu Guanzhi and Dong Zi'an's actions, without having any intention of helping Chen Xinjie.
The meeting ultimately approved Zhang Huanyun's plan! The Federation will have to pay 500 billion federal dollars for Chen Xinjie's mistake.
Urged by Yu Guanzhi and Dong Zian, and with Guan Yue's tacit approval and the help of "some" congressmen, the Federation completed the raising of 500 billion federal dollars in just half a day.
Having achieved her goal, Zhang Huanyun hummed a little tune and, carrying her spoils, flew with Xu Xuan towards the Blood God Legion.
Xu Xuanming, who had been waiting for a long time, appeared in the distance. Looking at Zhang Huanyun with a smile on her lips and her silly son, he understood that the other party had achieved its goal.
Seeing the old man in the distance, Zhang Huanyun's smile vanished. He respectfully took out a soul tool containing cultivation resources worth one hundred billion Federal Credits and handed it to the old man: "Senior Xu! This is a small token of my appreciation. After all, we owe you a great debt of gratitude for your righteous intervention this time. Otherwise, the three of us really wouldn't have been able to stop Long Yeyue and Chen Xinjie, that despicable couple."
Xu Xuanming didn't stand on ceremony and directly accepted the soul tool that Zhang Huanyun brought out, saying with a smile:
"It's nothing! I was just about to check on my silly son when I stumbled upon this place. Since you've already given me benefits, I'll send you back to the Blood God Legion!"
"Thank you very much, senior!" Zhang Huanyun replied happily upon hearing Xu Xuanming's words.
On their way to the Blood God Legion, Xu Xuandou recounted his experiences of the day. Upon hearing Guan Yue's attitude, Xu Xuanming smiled mischievously: "Looks like things aren't peaceful within the Federation Legion either!"