The Ascension of Contracted Spirits

Chapter 383 - 187: Dual Identity_1

"Your Highness, isn’t this a bit improper?"

In the meeting room, before Ye Hanjun could respond, Du Yuanjia furrowed his brow and advised:

"The participation of royal elites is indeed one of the competition rules, which we can use to our advantage."

"But Lord Han’s Mutant Witch, a signature Contracted Fond Spirit, is unique and cannot be found anywhere else."

"Anyone with a bit of intelligence could deduce that he is a mentor in our Canghai Pavilion. Although he lacks the power of a star, he possesses the fame of one, and holds no ties to the royal family."

"Once he becomes involved in the competition as a royal elite, how will the other two countries perceive our Blue Frog Kingdom? How will Canghai Pavilion’s other mentors and students view Lord Han?"

"Your Highness, I agree with this viewpoint."

Qingyi furrowed her eyebrows, not very politely added:

"There are undoubtedly numerous skilled individuals in the royal family, and while many more are young and sufficiently powerful."

"Choosing Lord Han certainly brings us comfort."

"However, if we select him, the Blue Frog Kingdom will undoubtedly gain a reputation for unscrupulous methods, and if we lose after all, it will result in a complete loss."

"So it’s simple!"

Prince Tang Sheng, with a forced smile, said:

"We just need to win the game, and we’ll profit, right?"

"Our Blue Frog Kingdom, despite its prosperity, has been suppressed by the Grass Frog Country’s Forest Park for many years. Both my father and I have been holding in our resentment."

"This time is the best opportunity."

"If we don’t get first place this time, I’m not sure my aging father will live to see another chance."

"Indeed, the two headmasters need not worry."

Tang Qingling crossed her shapely jade legs and laughingly said:

"Since we carry my father’s royal seal with us, we must have his approval."

"This league is truly crucial."

"The top-tier institutions led by the two headmasters represent the future of the Blue Frog Kingdom in my father’s eyes."

"Winning allows us to take control of the treasures that the three countries collectively sacrificed as spoils of war."

"It could also attract more people from the Giant Frog Marsh to move here, further strengthening the foundation of our Blue Frog Kingdom."

"Master Han, this is for the sake of our nation. What is the significance of your mentor’s status?"

"If this competition tarnishes your reputation, father will certainly reward you with a high-level honor after the tournament ends. All the debt will be repaid!"

Tang Qingling’s voice is quite pleasant, ringing clear like a bell.

Ye Hanjun didn’t express his stance, but his downcast eyes betrayed a touch of indescribable indifference.

What is the significance of a mere mentor’s status?

A perfectly good five-institution union competition, but they insist on tying it to the disputes of national fate. This is truly... suffocating.

"Does Master Han still have any concerns?"

With a cheerful smile, Tang Sheng suddenly released most of his repressed aura.

He held the same rank as Tang Qingling, both were E rank Frog Breeders.

But Tang Qingling, being roughly in her twenties, had a weaker aura, barely making it to the second tier.

As for Prince Tang Sheng of the Blue Frog Kingdom, he was in his thirties and thus had managed to attain the third tier through sheer hard work and resources.

"As long as we get first place, that’s all we need, right?"

Smiling faintly, Ye Hanjun lifted his chin slightly in acknowledgement.

At this, the thin old man in black armor standing to the side relaxed slightly, his barely-there menacing aura returning to his body.

"Indeed."

Prince Tang Sheng said with a touch of lightheartedness:

"Master Han, you truly don’t need to feel too much pressure. I know you are powerful and destined to stand out on your own sooner or later."

"However, for this league, the third tier is truly the highlight."

"I merely hope that you can help us secure victory in the second tier. As for the showdown in the higher tiers, we’ll have to rely on the other two royal elites, along with the triple threat of Canghai Pavilion and the duo of Tianyafu Residence."

"I see, so that is how it is." Ye Hanjun chuckled mildly, "I am just a redundancy, isn’t that correct?"

"No, no! Not at all!"

Prince Tang Sheng waved his hands, his chubby cheeks shaking:

"With Master Han’s sixteen victories out of sixteen battles, you are absolutely qualified to be our trump card!"

"So, I have prepared a gift for you, please accept it."

"After the league is over, regardless of the outcome, as long as Master Han does their best, there will be a grand gift in return!"

With a clap of his hands, the elderly eunuch, previously hidden by the Phantom Ghost, reappeared.

He gracefully took out several items and placed them one by one on the table in front of Ye Hanjun.

A Dimensional Space Bag, Healing Orb, Sky Blue Silk Armor, Gemstone Glasses, an advanced Wind Speed Talisman, an advanced Protective Talisman...

Among them was even a rare Crystal Stone of Wind and Earth Dual Element, clearly chosen specifically aware of Huazhu’s affinity.

"Your Highness is too kind."

Ye Hanjun extended his hand and gently stroked the Crystal Stone, a hint of a grin appearing on his face.

The total value of these treasures was no less than fifty thousand lower quality Spirit Stones.

Especially this crystal stone, once absorbed and refined by Huazhu, could not only enable him to advance to the third tier but possibly even allow a small leap to the next level.

"I accept Your Highness’s proposal and will participate in the five-institution league as a royal elite."

"However, as you said, I can only oversee the struggle for the second tier. I am unable to assist with the third tier."

"Ha ha, with Master Han’s promise, that is enough!"

Prince Tang Sheng retracted his aura, lifted his teacup, and toasted Ye Hanjun from afar: