Under the guidance of Si Sheng's Spiritual Power, Xu Sili finally saw the scene on the main road.
In the midst of the flying dust, a majestic fleet of carriages was rushing forward. The young boys and girls in the carriages were all wearing the black Elementalist College uniform, so they were very easy to recognize.
There were a total of 25 Galactic Beast carriages, not too many nor too few, but the number of people in the carriages had changed.
The Galactic Beast carriages, which originally could only carry five people, now had an average of two to three more people. However, the strange thing was that the speed of the carriages did not decrease by much.
Xu Sili's Spiritual Power increased his ability to sense the elements. Soon, he noticed the reason.
It was the wind.
Green wind elements gathered behind each carriage, pushing the carriages forward quickly. There were not many wind elements in the direction they were going.
Reducing resistance and increasing momentum was a smart idea.
Xu Sili glanced at the team and saw that there were about nine wind elementalists.
All of them had their eyes closed, and their faces were pale.
Obviously, for them who had just been tested with Spiritual Power and had not had time to learn how to effectively control the elements, it was very difficult to use the wind elements to push the carriages forward.
However, they still did their best by dividing up the work.
They were still unable to control the elements too precisely like Si Sheng, so they chose to compromise.
One group controlled the wind elements in front, while the other group controlled the wind elements behind. They then tried to get the carriages as close as possible to reduce the range.
Although it was not precise enough, it was effective.
Apart from the wind elementalists, there were also earth elementalists.
The number of Earth Elementalists was obviously much higher. Almost every carriage had one or two Earth Elementalists.
Their responsibility was to fill the uneven road with earth elementalists. Of course, because the carriages were very fast and their abilities were weak, it did not seem to be of much use.
It was better than nothing.
In addition to the people in the carriages, Xu Sili also saw about ten people running behind the carriages.
They were basically Level Four or Five. Although they seemed to be struggling, they managed to catch up with the carriages and maintained a distance that was neither too far nor too close.
Xu Sili saw the two captains, Su Ye and Gu Lie, among them.
Under the premise that they were cultivating in the wrong direction, they were still able to reach the half-star level. Their perseverance and aptitude were evident.
Seeing that they were doing their best, Xu Sili nodded in satisfaction.
After this experience, no one would come here with the mood of a holiday.
While he was observing and pondering, the convoy of students had already left the main road and entered the empty space at the entrance of the small town. They stopped in front of the tents used for disaster relief.
The students were all covered in dust. The sandstorm on the main road had completely ruined their originally elegant image. Even their black uniform couldn't cover up the dust that was kicked up.
This was especially true for the ten or so people running at the very back of the team. Each and every one of them was drenched in sweat and looked battered and exhausted.
Wen Jishan stood at the entrance of the disaster area with a face full of excitement and joy. He began to count the number of people in high spirits.
But soon, when he counted to 110, he was a little dumbfounded.
What was going on? How could there be more?
Wen Jishan's heart skipped a beat as he continued to count. When he reached 150 and realized that there were still more, he began to tremble.
He forced himself to calm down and continued to count.
In the end, he discovered that …
There were actually 188 of them!
There was no mistake. He confirmed again.
There were 188 of them. Including Su Lin, there were a total of 189.
There were a total of 79 more than what he had guessed!
This was not a simple number. They were all young lives, seedlings of Spirit Elementalists!
Wen Jishan was extremely excited.
However, the exhausted students all had extremely ugly expressions on their faces. They raised their heads to look at the sky with despair in their eyes. Some even started to cry softly.
This made Wen Jishan restrain his expression. At the same time, he was a little confused.
What was going on?
Why were they all looking like that? Was there something in the sky?
He couldn't help but look up at the sky.
The sky was dark and night had fallen. He could vaguely see a few stars shining brightly.
It was a very clear and ordinary starry sky.
Just as Wen Jishan's doubts reached its peak, he heard footsteps. He retracted his gaze and saw a black-haired youth with red eyes walking towards him.
Looking at his facial features and temperament, he felt a little familiar.
He looked a little like … Su Lin?
"Excuse me, are you Chief Governor Wen Jishan?" The black-haired youth suppressed his emotions and asked politely.
Wen Jishan sized him up and nodded.
The youth bowed. "Greetings, Sir."
He asked again, "Excuse me … have you seen His Majesty?"
His Majesty?
Wen Jishan shook his head gently.
He only received a message but did not see him.
Then, he saw the light in the black-haired youth's eyes dim. It was a kind of incomparably heavy despair that made Wen Jishan feel a little moved.
Su Ye bit his lip.
He was the oldest of all the teammates and was also part of the batch of students who were about to graduate.
This opportunity was no less important to him than anyone else. Moreover, he was the team leader. He was the most responsible for not organizing everyone in time.
"Thank … thank you, Chief Governor."
Su Ye took a deep breath and finished speaking in a choked voice. His body trembled as he looked at his teammates who were not far away.
They already knew the result, but they could not help but look forward to it.
They hoped that His Majesty would give them another chance.
They had really tried their best to rush over, but who would have thought that the hover car would run out of energy halfway, leading to a series of problems later on?
Su Ye met their expectant gazes.
After hesitating for a long time, he shook his head with great difficulty. He then watched as those pairs of hopeful eyes dimmed.
At this time, a red-haired youth suddenly walked in front of everyone in silence.
Under the gaze of all the students, Gu Lie bent down hard. Then, with a sobbing voice, he spoke.
"I'm sorry, this is all my fault!"
If he had not wanted to be in the limelight, if he had not urged the driver to set off earlier, causing the driver to not have time to refuel, they would not have been forced to stop and walk halfway.
Su Ye had even caught up with them. If it were not for their carriage, he would probably still be on his way with more than sixty people.
But even so, they were still late.
His Majesty had said that if anyone fell behind or was late, all of them would be kicked out …
Everyone was ruined by him …
It was all because of him!
Gu Lie bent down very low. He was only fifteen years old, but he had never felt like this before. He felt like the whole world had collapsed, and his vision was dark.
He did not dare to raise his head, afraid of facing the blaming and resentful gazes of his classmates.
"I am also partly responsible for this."
At this time, a gentle voice sounded beside him.
Gu Lie was stunned. He turned his head and saw that there was a figure beside him.
He did not look at him. Instead, he stood side by side with him, facing the baptism of all the students' gazes.
"I am the captain, and I agree with Gu Lie's suggestion. I did not expect the energy issue. Also, I should have thought of a backup plan in advance to deal with unexpected situations."
"I didn't do it, and I caused everyone to lose this opportunity."
"I … I'm very sorry!"
Gu Lie stared blankly at Su Ye, intense emotions flashing in his eyes. He opened his mouth, but in the end, he could not say anything.
Seeing Su Ye bend down, he followed suit and bent down again.
But this time, he felt that the pressure on his body seemed to be lighter. It was not as hopeless as before.
"This has nothing to do with the captain, you've already done very well." A girl forced a smile.
The others followed suit.
"Yeah, if the captain didn't think of a solution, we would still be on the road."
"Even if we can't do it this time, we can still cultivate when we reach the local army. As long as we continue to work hard and improve ourselves, we can still do it …"
"But will Her Majesty be very disappointed in us?"
At this time, a blue-haired boy said, "I thought … I could finally turn over a new leaf and make those who looked down on me regret …"
As soon as he said this, the atmosphere that had eased up froze again.
Everyone fell silent. They sat in the cold night wind, and no one moved.
Wen Jishan looked at the group of students and frowned deeply. He was a little confused.
Did something happen that he did not know about?
Xu Sili saw that it was about time and retracted his spiritual power. At the same time, he let go of Si Sheng's hand.
"Let's go."
He did not walk towards the students. Instead, he turned and walked into the town.
Si Sheng followed behind him. He looked at his palm and could not help but feel a sense of loss. But he quickly composed himself.
He looked at the young man's back and the corners of his lips curled up slightly.
Anyway …
There would be a chance in the future.
Xu Sili did not know what Si Sheng was thinking. He was busy sending a message to Wen Jishan.
On the other side, Wen Jishan heard his communication device ring. He knew that it was from the Little Majesty and quickly looked at it.
"I'll leave the students to you."
It was a simple sentence that did not explain anything.
Wen Jishan hesitated and did not ask. Instead, he directly asked the depressed students.
The black-haired boy gave him the answer.
Combined with the message he had just received, Wen Jishan roughly understood what was going on.
He looked at the group of children speechlessly.
That's right, the oldest was 18 and the youngest was 15. They were indeed a group of children. That was why they were so innocent.
But …
Her Majesty was only 18, right?
Was there such a big gap between people? You believe whatever Her Majesty says?
Wen Jishan criticized in his heart. He gently adjusted his glasses and said, "You're the captain?"
"Yes, I'm Su Ye."
Su Ye said respectfully.
Wen Jishan looked at him in surprise. He thought to himself, could he really be related to Su Lin?
Of course, he did not say it out loud.
"Yes, gather everyone first."
He pointed to an open space for them and said, "And stop the carriages at the horse farm over there. Don't block the road."
Although Su Ye treated people gently, he also had a tough side.
At this moment, he had barely managed to calm down. When he heard Wen Jishan's words, he could not help but apologize, "I'll arrange it right away. I'm sorry to have troubled you, sir."
It was not good for them to block the road.
At this time, there were already many rescuers looking in their direction. He did not want to be surrounded by people in such a sorry state.
"Everyone, pull yourself together and get off the carriages first!"
Soon, under Su Ye's command, all the students got off the carriages and gathered at the open space Wen Jishan had pointed out.
This time, Gu Lie did not disagree with Su Ye. Instead, he restrained the other disobedient noble children, greatly increasing the mobility of the group.
When all 188 students had gathered, Wen Jishan looked at them and said loudly, "You may all recognize me.
"I am the Empire's Chief Magistrate, Wen Jishan.
"This time, I was in charge of the reconstruction of Mercenary Town with Dean Justin. At the same time, Her Majesty ordered me to wait for you here.
"Since it has already happened, there is no use in feeling sad and blaming yourself. What you need to do now is to summarize the gains and losses and strive not to make the same mistake in the future!"
Wen Jishan said solemnly.
"It's already night. It's not safe to travel at night. You should stay here for the night.
"You should have seen the broadcast from the Mercenary Town. The people there are homeless victims waiting for rescue," Li Yao said.
"That's why there are no extra houses for you to stay in."
Wen Jishan waved his hand, and the soldiers moved the prepared tents over and threw them in front of the students.
"You can set up your tents here tonight, but you have to do it yourself. I will send someone to teach you.
"Since you are here, you should be mentally prepared. I don't want to hear anyone complain or request to change their residence.
"This is not your home, nor is it the academy. No one will help you. You have to rely on yourself."
Wen Jishan made it clear.
He already knew the young emperor's intention. These Elementalist apprentices were not invited here to serve, but to work. There was no need to be so delicate.
Although there were many noble children among them, Wen Jishan was not afraid at all. He was not afraid even when facing the big ones, let alone these small ones.
The students looked at each other and looked at the tents on the ground. Some of the noble children were obviously unhappy.
However, Wen Jishan continued, "If you don't want to stay in tents, you can choose to sleep outdoors. The weather is good now, and you won't freeze to death."
Hearing this, the stubborn children who were about to express their opinions immediately shut up, afraid that their tents would be confiscated.
Sleeping outdoors …
It was better to live in tents!
Su Ye stepped forward and said, "Governor, please don't worry.
"Lord Consul, don't worry. I will take good care of all the members."
"Thank you very much for providing us with the tents."
Even Wen Jishan had a good impression of Su Ye.
He patted Su Ye's shoulder and whispered, "Rest well tonight. There is work to be done tomorrow."
Then, he ordered the soldiers to prepare some hot food for the students and left.
Su Ye stood there with a dull look in his eyes.
There was work to be done tomorrow …
Was this the governor's idea, or … His Majesty's?
Su Ye frowned and thought. Suddenly, he felt a bump on his shoulder.
He turned his head and saw Gu Lie holding a tent. He didn't know when he appeared beside him. Gu Lie's eyes were wandering, and he was a little hesitant.
Su Ye blinked and looked at him, then at the tent in his hand.
He suddenly said, "Junior Gu Lie, do you want to sleep in the same tent as me tonight?"
Gu Lie was stunned. He actually wanted to thank Su Ye.
However, when he saw Su Ye's face, he couldn't bring himself to say it.
At this moment, he was amused by Gu Lie's self-righteousness. How could he, Gu Lie, sleep in the same tent as a commoner? Moreover, this was Su Ye, who was better than him.
However, just as he was about to explain, Su Ye had already turned around and instructed the students to set up the tents.
He was obviously experienced. He quickly set up a tent and then continued to help the other students.
Whether they were nobles or commoners, he took care of them all.
Gu Lie looked at him and slowly stopped trying to say anything. Instead, he followed him to learn how to set up the tents and helped the other hundred or so students.
In this way of helping each other, they became familiar with each other and gradually understood what it meant to be a team.
After they finished setting up the tents, they sat around the campfire and ate the hot food that the soldiers brought them. Tired and hungry, they only felt that there was nothing more delicious than this simple meal.
"Captain, are we really going back tomorrow morning?" At this moment, someone suddenly asked.
This topic made the atmosphere, which was rarely relaxed, become heavy again.
Su Ye put down his spoon and pursed his lips. He suddenly said, "No, we're not going back."
Under everyone's shocked gazes, he said his thoughts.
"We can't give up so easily."
"Why did Her Majesty ask us to come here? To help Dean Justin build the town. "
"Mercenary Town is in need of manpower now. As long as we help here and prove our usefulness, Her Majesty … will definitely see us!"
Wen Jishan's seemingly unintentional words made Su Ye see hope again. She no longer tried to beat around the bush.
That's right. One failure was nothing.
They still had a chance.
Dean Justin was in need of manpower. Even if they couldn't release a complete skill, they could help out and gather elements.
When the same skill was used frequently, the concentration of elements in that area would decrease temporarily. This would undoubtedly increase the difficulty of casting the skill.
With people like them gathering elements, it would be more or less helpful.
"Everyone, don't forget that we're here to learn and cultivate!"
Su Ye said seriously.
"Just like how the wind elemental students gathered and dispersed the wind elements to increase the speed of the carriage, this is also a kind of cultivation!"
"Her Majesty didn't chase us away. She even asked the consul to give us tents. If we really leave, Her Majesty will be disappointed!"
"That's why we have to stay and do our best in the town. We have to seize every opportunity to cultivate."
"Now that Dean Justin and the others are here, if we encounter any problems while helping out, they won't be stingy with teaching us."
"This is an environment that you definitely can't have in the local army!"
Su Ye usually didn't talk much, but at this moment, she spoke clearly. The originally depressed students all cheered up again.
Yes, if Her Majesty didn't chase them away, then they …
Would shamelessly stay!
Wen Jishan hadn't actually gone far. At this moment, when he heard the commotion from the student area, he couldn't help but smile.
Very good, it seems that they aren't really stupid.
But the most astute one is still Her Majesty. She's so simple, and she's so eager to work for me. It's really an eye-opener.
He smiled and turned around, took out a notebook from his pocket, and flipped to the latest page.
There was a list of names on this page, all of which he had just recorded down from memory.
The characteristics of these people were very simple:
1. They were rich; 2. They weren't familiar with the Chris family; 3. They had injuries in their family.
Niya, the Imperial Water Healing Division, was very arrogant and didn't do anything easily. In the entire Imperial City, other than the half-baked Water Healing Division teacher from the Elementalist College, Niya was the only one.
And now …
Wen Jishan glanced at Niya's tent and chuckled.
The funds to provide relief to the mercenary town should be available soon.
He would not collect the treatment fees privately. He would directly ask those who needed treatment to donate to the Empire.
When the time came, even if he accidentally exposed himself, Her Majesty would take care of it. It had nothing to do with him. As for Niya … would she dare to make trouble for Her Majesty?
Wen Jishan closed the notebook in a good mood.
In the end, Her Majesty is the best.
It's so delightful to have a smart leader.
He didn't even have to think about how to increase his income and reduce his expenditure. Her Majesty had already paved the way for him. He just had to follow the lead.
Was Her Majesty … this smart in the past?
Wen Jishan thought back, but found that his memory of the Third Prince when he was still a prince was a little blurry.
Perhaps the mediocrity and cowardice in the past were all due to Her Majesty's incompetence. After all, at that time, he already had two outstanding older brothers and sisters.
If those two hadn't died unexpectedly …
Wen Jishan shook his head and didn't think about such a heavy matter anymore. Instead, he took his notebook and hurried to contact people in the middle of the night.
On the other hand, Xu Sili strolled around the mercenary town.
As night fell, the town was already lit up.
The old street lamps were not particularly bright. They illuminated the surroundings hazily, as if a layer of gauze was draped over them.
There were many pedestrians on the streets, and the noise of the night market could be heard from afar.
Dean Justin and the others temporarily stopped construction and were eating. Xu Sili also felt hungry, so he casually walked into a restaurant and prepared to have dinner there.
This restaurant in the town was small and cramped, but it was clean.
Xu Sili chose a seat by the window and sat down at the small round table. When he looked up, he saw Si Sheng still standing next to him.
He couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.
This guy … he didn't seem to follow the rules in the palace. Why was he so reserved outside?
"Sit down."
He pointed to the seat opposite him and said.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Only then did Si Sheng sit down.
He was tall, so when he sat down at the small round table, it seemed a little cramped, but he was barely able to sit down.
This was not the first time Xu Sili and Si Sheng ate together, but it was the first time they sat face to face at such a small table.
Xu Sili glanced at him and then looked away, worried that he would be immersed in this guy's beauty again.
Maybe it was because they were too close.
The impact of this beauty was many times stronger than usual, and it made him feel a little uncomfortable.
Si Sheng, this guy, was a freak!
The waiter delivered the food very quickly, and he didn't recognize them. He put down the plates and left after saying "please enjoy your meal."
After a busy day, Xu Sili was really hungry.
But …
The food in this world was really crude, especially in this backward town. After a few bites, Xu Sili lost his appetite.
Fortunately, there was still milk, so he didn't have to go hungry.
He glanced at the leftover food, and with the spirit of saving and shameful wasting, he put the untouched half of the noodles into Si Sheng's bowl.
He said that he needed to eat more because he had used up a lot of energy.
Si Sheng paused and didn't say anything. He just ate in silence.
He was elegant, charming, and graceful.
Just by watching him eat, one couldn't tell how fierce he was when he fought.
In fact, Si Sheng was a little nervous under the young man's stare.
They were too close.
He couldn't even control his heartbeat.
But this dinner with only the two of them was not as romantic as he thought it would be.
After eating hastily, Xu Sili sat there and glanced at him occasionally, but most of the time, he was looking at the scenery outside the window.
Those sparkling eyes, who knew what kind of wicked idea she was thinking of.
In the end, after Si Sheng finished eating, they returned to the palace together.
After washing up, Xu Sili didn't do anything else and fell asleep as soon as his head hit the pillow. He didn't wake up until the next morning and went to the secret room to check the Star Web.
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