A Difficult Question, Compensation for Teammates

The members of Blazing Fire Academy looked at one another. Huo Lei nudged Huo Wushuang, signaling for him to go up and receive the award.

Huo Wushuang shook his head and looked at Huo Lei. "Although I'm the captain, everyone can see that you're the soul of our team. Without you, we wouldn't have become champions."

Huo Wu agreed. "Huo Lei, go on. Don't refuse."

Huo Lei glanced at the companions beside him, nodded, and strode toward Pope Bibi Dong.

When he truly stood before the Pope, he was still struck by Bibi Dong's beauty. Though she was no longer young, time seemed to have left no trace upon her.

The Pope watched Huo Lei, an unusual gleam flashing in her eyes. "You are outstanding, even more outstanding than I expected. Are you willing to join Spirit Hall?"

Huo Lei looked troubled and fell into hesitation. Damn it! This question again. It's too difficult to answer. If I agree, I'll be letting Xue Ye down. If I refuse, I'll probably offend Spirit Hall. With the talent I've displayed, if I can't be used by Spirit Hall, they may ruthlessly erase me. What should I do?

Bibi Dong's expression changed slightly, but she still revealed a faint smile. "What, is it difficult to answer? Are you dissatisfied with the terms Salas offered you? You may name any conditions you wish. As long as they are not excessive, I can agree to them."

Huo Lei smiled. "Thank you for Your Holiness's favor. I have not yet made up my mind about joining Spirit Hall. Could you allow me some more time to consider it?"

Bibi Dong nodded. "Fine! I'll give you time to think it over. I hope you won't keep me waiting too long. Once you have made up your mind,