Those nobles and wealthy people, meanwhile, worried about their own power and wealth.
When Grandmaster and the others entered the imperial palace, Emperor Xue Qinghe was discussing matters with the civil and military officials in the council hall.
Grandmaster and the others stood outside the hall, where they could still hear the arguments inside. Their expressions shifted, becoming respectful.
Qian Renxue invited them to sit and asked, "I wonder what business Teacher and everyone from Shrek Academy have with Us?"
Grandmaster and the others all looked at Ning Fengzhi. As Xue Qinghe's teacher, Ning Fengzhi had the greatest authority among them.
Ning Fengzhi said, "We came because of the matter of the Star Luo Empire."
"You have heard about it as well?" Qian Renxue asked.
Ning Fengzhi nodded. "I heard that the Star Luo Empire lasted only five days before being destroyed by Spirit Hall. Qinghe, we cannot hesitate any longer. Otherwise, we will certainly end up like the Star Luo Empire. With Spirit Hall's ambitions, they will never be satisfied with the current state of affairs."
Qian Renxue nodded. "Since Spirit Hall possesses such formidable strength, they certainly will not be content with taking only the Star Luo Empire. But Spirit Hall is so powerful—what do we have to resist them with?"
As soon as she finished speaking, Grandmaster and the others finally sensed that something was wrong.
Their Emperor seemed to have no intention of resisting Spirit Hall.
Grandmaster hesitated before asking, "Your Majesty, are you truly going to stand by and watch the people of Heaven Dou fall into misery, and watch the legacy founded by your ancestors be taken by Spirit Hall?"
Qian Renxue revealed a surprised expression and asked, "Why would the people of Heaven Dou fall into misery?"
Grandmaster spoke firmly, "Your Majesty, do