harleyscars Chapter 375 The Federation's Ultimatum to Shrek Academy; Those who are unworthy of their positi
Chapter 375 The Federation's Ultimatum to Shrek Academy; Those who are unworthy of their positi
Hearing this, Chen Xinjie pressed his temples wearily, sighed deeply, and replied in a low voice:
"Old Guan, stop trying to smooth things over. I know why you insisted on coming with me today; you just want to be a peacemaker in this matter."
With resources on the Douluo Continent nearing depletion and internal problems rife within the Federation's various departments, various conflicts are emerging one after another, making reform imperative. The Federation no longer has time to play this childish game with Shrek Academy.
I'm not here to discuss anything with you, but rather on behalf of the Federal Supreme Council to simply inform Shrek Academy about the ultimatum that the Federation is about to issue.
"Go on. If the federal government's demands are reasonable and not excessive, I can make some concessions on behalf of the academy."
Yun Ming, deep within the secret chamber of the ancient golden tree, clenched his fists tightly, forcibly suppressing the turmoil in his heart and trying his best to keep his tone calm.
Chen Xinjie raised an eyebrow, seemingly having anticipated Yun Ming's reaction, and said seriously, "It's very simple. The Federation's higher-ups ultimately gave Shrek Academy two paths to choose from."
The first option is for Shrek Academy and Shrek City, which is under its jurisdiction, to completely sever their administrative ties with the Federation and become completely independent from the Federation's territory.
After this, the Federation will treat Shrek City as an independent and sovereign political entity, and treat Shrek with the same political and diplomatic attitude as it would treat a neighboring country.
This means that Shrek Academy will no longer enjoy any preferential policies from the Federation, and its students' eligibility for positions within the Federation will be subject to strict scrutiny.
If similar historical interventions were to occur again in the future, this would not be a simple internal conflict, but a diplomatic dispute between nations, and could even escalate into war.
Guan Yue gasped, completely unprepared for the Federation's ruthless and devastating move.
Although Shrek City has been Shrek Academy's private territory since ancient times and has a high degree of autonomy, it is still legally under the jurisdiction of the Federation.
Thanks to this, graduates of the academy can smoothly enter the federal military, political circles, and various associations.
But what if Shrek were unilaterally "kicked out" of the Federation and became an independent political entity?
Therefore, students from intermediate academies in various administrative regions of the continent have to carefully consider their future before applying to Shrek Academy.
After all, whether they can pass the federal political vetting after graduation and enjoy the benefits of federal citizenship are all unknowns.
At that point, the federal government might not even grant them the right to register.
Meanwhile, if Shrek Academy cannot recruit the most outstanding geniuses from across the continent...
Without the supply of fresh blood, it's likely that within a few generations, the once glorious Shrek Academy will become a mere shell of its former self.
Upon hearing this, Yun Ming's voice remained calm, seemingly without any change in emotion.
"Our academy will absolutely not choose this path. Students are the foundation of the academy. Without the support of the Federation, how can Shrek Academy develop?"
Chen Xinjie, you don't need to test my limits. Just tell me about your so-called second option.
Chen Xinjie was not surprised by Yun Ming's refusal, and simply said, "As for the second path, it is also very simple, that is, Shrek Academy will become history."
Following this, the academy will undergo a comprehensive overhaul by the Federation, merging and reorganizing with the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy to form a brand-new Federation Comprehensive Academy.
The new college will be under the full jurisdiction of the federal central government and will no longer enjoy any extra-legal rights.
The original Shrek City and its armed forces will be reorganized into the Eastern Legion under the Federation's name, as a regular army unit responsible for guarding the eastern region of Douluo Continent, and subject to the command of the military.
Seemingly unconcerned that Yun Ming would refuse, Chen Xinjie chuckled and reminded him, "Yun Ming, you are a smart man, you should know how to assess the situation."
Choosing the second path, although the name has changed, at least allows Shrek Academy to make a dignified exit.
History textbooks will still vividly record the outstanding contributions Shrek made to the continent, preserving your last vestige of dignity.
The new Federal Academy can inherit its mantle, and even the current teachers at Shrek Academy can continue to teach at the Federal Academy with excellent benefits, as long as they pass the federal review and assessment.
However, one thing must always be remembered: the future federal academy will serve the federal government.
Upon hearing these words, Yun Ming's face showed sorrow, and he slowly closed his eyes.
Either of these two paths, whichever one they choose, is an abyss for Shrek Academy right now.
The first path, needless to say, is to slowly suffocate the college in the boiling water, leaving it isolated and helpless.
The second path, however, requires Yun Ming to sever the academy's legacy with his own hands and destroy the academy in his own hands.
As for becoming the Eastern Legion and reorganizing the Federal Academy, it seems to have provided a way out and preserved the flame.
In reality, the eastern region of Douluo Continent has always been within the traditional sphere of influence of Shrek Academy, and it could even be said to be the academy's backyard.
Due to the college's unique nature and historical reasons, it has intervened and managed other regions of mainland China quite a bit in the past.
But once they become the Eastern Legion, they can only guard their own small territory and will no longer have their previous transcendent status.
If he were not controlled by that destructive power, he would have time to plan slowly, and even play a trick to subvert the so-called Federation Academy, gradually infiltrating it and eventually regenerating it into a new Shrek Academy.
No.
If only I were still that towering Douluo who could support the heavens and explore the netherworld.
Where did Chen Xinjie and the Federation behind him get the audacity to be so presumptuous towards the academy?
Seeing that Yun Ming did not respond for a long time, Chen Xinjie did not seem to care much and said slowly, "Yun Ming, you really don't need to make a choice so quickly."
A few months from now, the official exchange delegation from the Star Luo Empire will arrive in Douluo Continent. You've probably already heard about this.
Accompanying them was the Monster Academy, which claimed to have gathered the strongest fighting force of the younger generation in Xingluo.
Their trip was also driven by a clear purpose: to engage in a series of friendly exchange matches with advanced academies from various regions of the Federation. Their ultimate goal, undoubtedly, was to challenge Shrek Academy.
So before that, you still have time to think things through, and you can also gather the other elders of the Sea God Pavilion to have a proper discussion about which path Shrek Academy should take next.
"Hmph. Delving into the best fantasy novels..."
A cold snort filled with anger suddenly rang out in the conference room.
Then came Long Yeyue's aged but angry voice.
"Chen Xinjie, what exactly do you mean? You came here today to show off your power. Are you representing the Federation or just venting your personal grievances?"
"Are you so resentful that you're deliberately using the Federation to target the Academy and me, trying to force me to kneel down and beg you?"
After hearing what Chen Xinjie said, which Long Yeyue considered to be utter nonsense, she was furious.
She was absolutely certain that Chen Xinjie was settling a personal score!
He was using this as an excuse to deliberately retaliate against the fact that he had abandoned him and fled alone in a moment of panic.
That's why they've come all this way now, under the guise of the Federation, to maliciously suppress Shrek Academy, which they care about most, in order to humiliate them.
But this man is sitting here perfectly fine, not a single hair missing, yet he's so petty and narrow-minded.
I was so blind back then, how could I have fallen for such a heartless person?
No, he has always been this kind of cold-blooded and ruthless person at heart; otherwise, he wouldn't have chosen to give up himself for the so-called family interests.
Upon seeing Long Yeyue, who was leaning on a cane and storming into the conference room, Chen Xinjie's heart still trembled uncontrollably, but he still maintained a cold expression and said:
"What's this talk of targeting us? Shrek Academy has been in this superior position for far too long. As the old saying goes, those who are not worthy of their position will surely suffer calamity."
Now, out of consideration for past relations, the Federation has offered a plan to allow Shrek Academy to withdraw with dignity, rather than resorting to coercive measures. This is already the Federation's last act of mercy.
"you……"
Long Yeyue was so angry that she trembled all over, and even her cane was hard to hold.
With her other finger pointing at Chen Xinjie, her eyes were filled with shock and disappointment, as if she had only truly seen through this man today.
"Do you think that just because our college is facing some difficulties and starting to decline, it has become a soft persimmon that can be easily manipulated?"
Chen Xinjie, listen to me carefully. I am now officially telling you, in my capacity as the acting head of the Sea God Pavilion, that we will not choose either of the two so-called paths you have offered!
And don't forget how many of our academy's graduates hold important positions in the Federal Parliament and various departments.
If you truly intend to use the name of the Federal Central Committee to stage a coup, we will not sit idly by. We will then issue a public announcement to the entire continent, mobilizing all forces to retaliate.
"I want to see if, when it really comes to a point of mutual destruction, you, the Lord of the Federation's Temple of War, can truly bear the responsibility!"
Upon hearing this, Chen Xinjie's expression did not change much, but a subtle glint of shrewdness flashed deep in his eyes.
"You don't need to threaten me with words like that. Just like I said at the beginning, I'm not here today to discuss any feasibility with you, but simply to inform you of the official notice that the Federation will be issuing soon."
This decision was not something I came up with on my own; it was passed by a majority vote of the 42 members of the Federal Supreme Council after multiple rounds of debate.
Of course, Shrek Academy still has the right to refuse to comply. After all, while the vote represents legal principles, it doesn't necessarily determine everything in reality.
Ultimately, this world comes down to who has the stronger fist.
At this point, Chen Xinjie paused, his tone becoming unusually sinister:
"But by then, the nature of the situation will have completely changed. Shrek Academy will be defined as a rebellious organization and will be jointly suppressed by the other eight legions of the Federation, excluding the Blood God Legion."
Upon hearing Chen Xinjie's words, Long Yeyue felt a tightness in her chest and almost couldn't catch her breath.
Even if Shrek Academy has a deep foundation and acts arrogantly, it wouldn't dare to openly challenge the eight major legions of the Federation.
If someone else had said this to her, she might have weighed the pros and cons and just let it go.
But the person who said those words was Chen Xinjie, the man who had once let her down.
She simply couldn't swallow this insult.
He slammed his cane down abruptly and retorted coldly, "Don't try to scare me with those big words. I'm not easily frightened. Are the eight legions of the Federation really a monolithic entity?"
Those legions are merely serving the interests of their respective Soul Master families, and among those families, there are some who are close to our academy and have even received favors from us.
"You think you can disband Shrek Academy, a tradition spanning tens of thousands of years, with just a few words? That's utterly delusional!"
As she spoke, a black and white aura of soul power erupted and spread from Long Yeyue's body.
The air in the entire conference room instantly froze, and a terrifying pressure belonging to the quasi-god level swept towards Chen Xinjie without reservation.
"Old Chen, watch out."
Guan Yue's expression changed drastically. He had never expected that Long Yeyue would actually dare to make a move at this moment, and that the tension between the two would be so intense.
Given their past relationship, even if negotiations broke down, the situation shouldn't have escalated to the point of physical violence.
However, faced with the oppressive force of Long Yeyue's furious attack, Chen Xinjie simply sat there quietly.
The terrifying pressure that could suffocate an ordinary Title Douluo vanished silently when it touched three feet in front of Chen Xinjie, completely blocked.
Even in the next moment, as Chen Xinjie's deep gaze swept over.
Long Yeyue felt an irresistible pressure coming at her, her face instantly turned ashen, and she uncontrollably staggered back several steps before barely managing to steady herself.
Her eyes widened, her pupils filled with astonishment.
Clearly, he couldn't believe it. He had already advanced to the level of a quasi-god, yet this was the result when facing Chen Xinjie, who was also a quasi-god.
Just then, Yun Ming's undisguised voice of surprise rang out in the room.
"God-level? Chen Xinjie, you actually broke through to that level? How is that possible?"
As a peerless genius who once dominated the previous generation, Yun Ming naturally understood what the god-level meant.
Back then, he and Chen Xinjie had a duel over the sea in search of that elusive breakthrough opportunity.
Even though they briefly broke through some of the limitations of the plane by using the energy generated by their all-out clash, what they ultimately felt was still emptiness.