Xu Sili entered the Dean's office.
He sized up the exquisitely decorated room with a unique design and raised his eyebrows slightly. He did not stand on ceremony and walked straight to the dean's seat and sat down.
Dean Justin followed him into the office.
As soon as he entered, he saw the young man sitting at the head of the table, using the legs of the chair as support. His whole body leaned back, and his two slender and long legs were crossed on his desk.
His lazy and casual posture was not too arrogant.
"…"
Dean Justin frowned. He was a little unhappy, but when he looked at the expressionless Si Sheng, he suppressed his anger.
He wanted to see what the new Emperor could do to him.
Even if he had Si Sheng's support, he had to be reasonable!
However, Xu Sili did not intend to be reasonable.
He opened the interface of the territory and selected the Imperial City. All the buildings in the city were displayed in front of him.
When he clicked on the Elementalist College project, more detailed information popped up.
The Level 2 college, including the faculty and students, had a total of more than ten thousand people. Last year, 105 Warrior Elementalists and two Spirit Elementalists were sent to the frontline.
The annual funding received accounted for about 15% of the financial expenditure.
He did not read wrongly. The education of just over ten thousand people took up 15% of the annual expenditure of the Roland Empire. The frontline military took up 50% and the rest was given to other fields.
Xu Sili clicked on it and roughly knew where the money was spent.
Every June, the Elementalist College would send people to all parts of the country to test the talent of children who had reached the age of five.
There were more than ninety million people in the country. Every year, only seven to eight hundred children with talent would be tested. It was more cruel than selecting one in ten thousand children.
These children would be sent to the Elementalist College to study and train.
Regardless of aristocrats or commoners, tuition, fees, accommodation, transportation and so on were all waived. There was also a certain amount of benefits every month.
When the Elementalists reached the age of eighteen and reached the level of one star, they would be sent to the frontline to participate in the war. As for those below one star, they would be stationed in various places and continue to train.
As for these Elementalists, they would still receive monthly benefits from the Elementalist Association that belonged to the academy.
Different levels of Elementalists received different amounts of subsidies. For example, a 2-star Elementalist like the dean could receive an additional 30,000 Exxon every month without doing anything.
Therefore, although Elementalists had to join the army, for some civilians, it was definitely a path to heaven.
As for the nobles …
Not only could the disciples hold great power in the army, but they could also receive huge subsidies. Naturally, everyone wanted to enter the academy.
Even if they didn't reach the level of a one-star, they would be able to occupy a position in the various local armies and wouldn't have to risk their lives. Who would be willing to accept such a lucrative job?
Looking at the data and rules, Xu Sili instantly thought of many things.
Then he smiled.
Very good, very good. He was still worried about the lack of funds in the national treasury. He didn't expect to gain so much from this trip to the Elementalist College.
Of course, in the short term, Xu Sili did not intend to make drastic changes. He wanted to take things slowly.
The more you eat, the more you have to do.
Elementalists were powerful people. If they could play a role that matched their value, he was willing to give them so much money every year.
As for now, he would start with the dean.
Xu Sili raised his eyes and looked at Dean Justin with his light purple eyes. There was a faint smile on his face.
"Dean Justin, did you just say that you are willing to do anything to make up for your crime?"
Crime?
This word made Dean Justin's pupils shrink.
It was indeed inappropriate for him to not welcome the emperor when he heard that he was outside, but …
It couldn't be considered a crime, right?
However, just as he was about to refute, he felt the blond man beside him glancing at him.
Dean Justin's hair stood on end.
A sharp sense of crisis crept into his heart and he didn't dare to act rashly.
He didn't know how strong Si Sheng was, but he was definitely at the pinnacle of 5-star.
The difference of one star was often the difference between heaven and earth, let alone three stars. Moreover, this guardian was also famous for being a man of his word. He was very overbearing and could not be reasoned with.
Dean Justin was a little sullen, but he still bowed slightly and said respectfully, "Yes, Your Majesty."
Xu Sili nodded with satisfaction.
"Good, very good."
He looked at Dean Justin and smiled. "You should have heard of Mercenary Town, right?"
Dean Justin nodded slightly.
"There seemed to be an exciting battle in Mercenary Town today. I heard about it, but before I could watch the broadcast, Your Majesty came."
Broadcast?
Xu Sili blinked his eyes. This was a surprise to him.
"What broadcast?"
As soon as he asked, an image suddenly flashed in his mind. It was a woman holding a microphone and saying something passionately in the midst of the chaotic battle.
Behind her …
Someone seemed to be carrying a camera?
Xu Sili guessed in his heart. Dean Justin picked up the remote control on his desk and turned on the television on the wall.
The scene that happened in Mercenary Town today was replayed on the screen. It happened to show the young man raising his hand and shooting the frozen beast's eye.
Xu Sili felt that it was a novelty.
He didn't expect that their battle against the 3-star beast would be broadcasted live. No wonder the public support rate inexplicably increased by 1%. Was it because of this?
He had to thank the two reporters for this.
Dean Justin was a little shocked when he saw this scene.
Was this really done by the Little Majesty behind him? Also … why did he vaguely hear singing?
It was like a siren's singing voice. It vaguely contained a special kind of energy, but after the broadcast, it was much fainter.
Then, the frozen beast went berserk. Si Sheng appeared and finished off the frozen beast with one sword.
The next scene made the old man's pupils tremble.
In the town, everyone, including Si Sheng and the guards, knelt in front of the young man. Their voices shook the sky and deterred everyone.
When …
When did Little Majesty have such power?
Xu Sili watched this scene and felt his blood boil again.
However, the words that the mayor said to the victims and mercenaries made him shake his head and laugh.
That was what he meant, but he didn't say so much. This old man was good at inspiring people.
When this scene played, Dean Justin heard a light cough. He came back to his senses and turned off the television. Then, he looked at the young man sitting on the seat of honor.
Xu Sili held a pen in his hand and gently played with it. He said, "Dean, you have seen that I want to rebuild Mercenary Town."
"Since you want to make amends, I will share your burden. How about we leave the rebuilding of Mercenary Town to you, Dean Justin?"
Dean Justin frowned slightly.
"Your Majesty, each profession has its own specialization. I'm afraid it's not appropriate to leave the rebuilding of Mercenary Town to an Elementalist …"
"What's wrong with it?"
Xu Sili shrugged. "If I remember correctly, Dean Justin is an Earth Elementalist and a Spirit Elementalist. Isn't it easy for him to build a house?"
Dean Justin's expression turned ugly. He felt humiliated.
"Your Majesty, Elementalists are a sacred profession. They often play a decisive role in battles and are very important strategic resources."
"Elementalists … how can they build houses?"
"Why not?"
The young man who was smiling suddenly turned cold. "It seems that Dean Justin hasn't realized his mistake and doesn't want to make up for it."
"Then, as a price, from today onwards, the country's financial subsidies for Elementalist College will be reduced by half!"
Dean Justin was stunned. It took him a while to react to what he said.
Looking at the young man's serious expression, the old man felt that he wasn't joking. He couldn't believe it.
This was nonsense!
"Your Majesty, you … If you do this, the Elementalists fighting at the frontlines will be disappointed!"
"Heh, I haven't finished yet."
Xu Sili pursed his lips and said leisurely.
"The Elementalists fighting at the frontlines will receive three times the benefits, and the rest will be cut in half!"
How many Elementalists were there at the frontlines?
If the Elementalists at the frontlines received the reduced subsidies, there would still be a lot left. This was easy to calculate.
"You will receive the same amount of benefits as you contribute to the country," Xu Sili said calmly. "I don't keep idle people."
Dean Justin trembled. The person sitting in front of him was only an eighteen -year-old boy. However, facing him made him feel more terrified than facing the old emperor.
"Your Majesty, aren't you afraid …"
"Afraid of what?"
Xu Sili smiled gently. He shook his chair leisurely and said, "Isn't it … Dean Justin himself who suggested this?"
"The Dean saw that the national treasury was empty and couldn't make ends meet, so he suggested to share the burden with me. He took the initiative to reduce the academy's expenses and the subsidies for Elementalists."
"I was very pleased and overjoyed. I increased the benefits of the Elementalists fighting at the frontlines by three times as a reward."
"Isn't this a happy thing for everyone?"
Shameless!
Dean Justin widened his eyes in disbelief. This little emperor was too evil!
He was the one taking all the blame, yet he could still get a good reputation?
Even Si Sheng couldn't help but look at Xu Sili.
The silver-haired boy leaned lazily on the chair. There was a faint smile on his fair and tender face, looking innocent and harmless.
However …
The corners of Si Sheng's mouth curled up slightly as he gently averted his gaze.
As for Li Zheyu, he was already stunned.
His Majesty's move was really … really brilliant!
He looked at the faint smile on the boy's face and felt his hair stand on end. He silently told himself that he must never provoke this emperor in the future!
After a long time, Dean Justin compromised.
He bowed his proud back and said respectfully to the young emperor, "Your Majesty, I'm willing to share your burden and rebuild Mercenary Town!"
"Your Majesty … please don't take my words to heart. Please allow me to make amends!"
Dean Justin lowered his posture because he was really scared.
If His Majesty really messed around, he was afraid that he would become a sinner of the Elementalist College …
Xu Sili didn't answer immediately. He slowly played with the pen in his hand. The room suddenly became quiet.
This kind of silence created a heavy sense of oppression.
Dean Justin's back bent a little lower, and cold sweat seeped out of his forehead.
"Alright then."
After a long time, the boy finally spoke, but it sounded a little regretful.
"Then I'll give Dean Justin half a month's time. I'll get someone to draft a proposal for you. If you can't meet the requirements in half a month's time …"
He didn't continue, but Dean Justin's scalp was already numb.
"Your Majesty, I won't let you down!"
He hurriedly agreed.
"Mm, then I'll have to trouble you."
Xu Sili stood up from his chair and helped the bowing dean up. He smiled very warmly.
However, at this time, Dean Justin didn't dare to underestimate him anymore. He quickly said, "This is what I should do."
Xu Sili nodded. He suddenly clapped his hands and said, "Oh, I almost forgot. I'm here to test your innate talent."
Dean Justin wanted to cry but had no tears.
At the same time, he regretted it. Why did he put on airs just now? If he had come out to greet His Majesty, none of this would have happened!
Xu Sili was about to ask how to test his innate talent when he heard a commotion outside the corridor.
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