This wasn't some impossible demand!!!
So his life had been saved just like that?
He had clearly already secretly prepared himself to die, determined to force the Heaven Dou Empire to back down even at the cost of his life.
He had even directly shown no respect for a Titled Douluo and angrily confronted Prince Xue Xing, yet everything had been resolved so easily and so suddenly.
It was so easy that it almost felt improper, almost leaving him with no sense of accomplishment.
"Everyone, consider carefully what you can use in exchange."
"If there is anything you are uncertain about, you can ask me."
"As for joining the Extreme Research Institute, you will need to pass my tests and assessments. You must also obey the arrangements and safeguard the Extreme Research Institute's interests."
"As long as you meet the requirements, you will have a chance to join!"
As Ning Qinghe answered their questions, he also briefly explained the conditions.
Recruiting people was not as easy as cooperating with them, but it certainly did not mean becoming servants or slaves.
The Extreme Research Institute already had an established process. As long as there were no issues with one's identity or abilities, they were basically good to go.
The Research Institute would even handle their food, lodging, cultivation, and even finding them partners later on. The members only needed to work toward making the Research Institute stronger.
After hearing Ning Qinghe's words, Dai Luoge spoke immediately. He looked serious and had made his decision before even finishing reading.
"Dean Ning, we want all of it. We want to learn everything."
"I can contact people to deliver the items right away."
"I also hope you can arrange for people to study here..."
"If anything is insufficient, or if you need anything else, just say the word."
Now that the matter had been settled, he could not allow any unexpected changes to occur. His words were crisp, direct, and decisive.
When Dai Luoge was serious, his manner still carried the bearing of a prince.
Compared with the other factions, who still needed to consider what they could produce in exchange, this was much easier.
Likewise, he had something he needed to report. His imperial younger brother was still waiting for news.
"No problem."
"Just send the people and the items together, Prince Dai."
"I'll have someone make the arrangements."
Ning Qinghe was not surprised and nodded gently.
Once the items had been brought out, he had originally been prepared for questions. He had not expected the other party to be so straightforward.
With someone taking the lead, the rest were more or less the same.
"I'll contact them right away. Also, we may need to stay with Dean Ning for a while. I hope Dean Ning will permit it."
Dai Luoge thought they might need to build a better relationship afterward, and there might also be further questions.
So he simply brought it up.
He was also worried that Prince Xue Xing might do something irrational.
Before, he had been prepared to die and had not been afraid. But now, he would not take such a risk.
"No problem."
Ning Qinghe nodded along without the slightest hesitation.
He quickly waved a hand and arranged for someone to handle it.
If they wanted to stay, they could stay. There were plenty of residences around the Research Institute anyway.
It was essentially an academy, so how could it lack accommodations?
"Then I'll take my leave first..."
"Sect Master Yu, I had an urgent matter just now and was too hasty. Please forgive my offense. Once you have time later, I will come apologize properly."
Before being led away, Dai Luoge also apologized to Yu Yuanzhen.
He was clearly referring to interrupting the other man earlier and showing him no respect.
Now that he could live, he naturally would not offend a Titled Douluo unless he had to.
"?????"
Yu Yuanzhen was rather caught off guard. Since when had these nobles become so polite?
He could not understand what the other party was doing at all.
But he did not dwell on it. No matter what, the man was a prince of the Star Luo Empire.
He still had to give him the proper respect.
"It's nothing. Prince Dai is too courteous."
His tone was neither warm nor cold. Since the other party had apologized, he had no intention of pursuing the matter further.
"Sect Master Yu is magnanimous. I will come to apologize in person."
Dai Luoge fully accepted that response. He nodded, left those words behind, and quickly departed. His hurried exit showed how seriously he took this matter.
He did not continue greeting the others, especially ignoring Prince Xue Xing beside him, who had been glaring at him viciously the entire time.
Dai Luoge left to make arrangements, and the others also grew somewhat anxious, afraid that falling behind would lead to unforeseen complications.
"Dean Ning, no matter what you want, the Heaven Dou Empire will fully support you."
"The promise I made earlier also remains completely valid."
"It's just that, aside from researchers, I hope to arrange for several people to cultivate at the academy."
"Of course, the Heaven Dou Empire will provide whatever resources they need."
Prince Xue Xing glared at Dai Luoge as he left until his figure vanished.
Then he looked toward Xue Qinghe. That fellow still had not spoken.
Helpless, he could only speak for himself. For the sake of the Heaven Dou Empire, he had truly worried himself sick.
At his age, he still had to be polite to a junior.
Naturally, they could not fall behind the Star Luo Empire.
He had actually considered asking Ning Qinghe to refuse the other side.
But the other party clearly had no such intention. If he forcibly caused trouble, it would only create a rift between them.
He could only put forward more proposals.
They also needed to win over some people!
"Mm, alright, no problem."
"It's just that once they enter the Research Institute, they must follow the Research Institute's rules."
"If anything unexpected happens then..."
Ning Qinghe pondered those words for a moment but did not refuse.
This was not a major matter.
Even if other factions had similar ideas, he could accept them. He had originally wanted the Research Institute to become a top-tier academy on the continent.
Moreover, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was indeed close to the Heaven Dou Empire, so it was good for them to take the lead.
As for anyone foolish enough to cause trouble, his current students were no pushovers.
Aside from those sent by the sects, most were his trusted followers. They would not care whether someone was a noble or not!!
These words clearly piqued the interest of several sects and families.
If they developed on their own, they might still need some time.
Letting people come study first as students was also a good thing.
Their eyes practically shone as they grew even more enthusiastic.
"Everything will be according to the Research Institute's rules."
"If anyone causes trouble, feel free to deal with them. The Heaven Dou Empire will not interfere."
Prince Xue Xing spoke bluntly.
He would simply make things clear to them afterward. If anything still happened later, they would only have themselves to blame for seeking death.
He had swallowed his pride to secure this opportunity, and things had gone more smoothly than he expected.
He only hoped nothing truly unexpected would happen.
"Dean Ning, may I ask what conditions are needed? Several juniors in our family have yet to absorb their first Spirit Ring, and we hope they can come study as well."
"Us too!!"
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