Almost everyone present looked at Shi Yu at the same time, their eyes flickering.
The Emperor's proposal was within some people's expectations, but also beyond them.
They had expected the recruitment of Shi Yu, after all, Shi Yu normally wouldn't have been qualified to attend this banquet, much less sit in such a prominent position.
This position showed the Emperor's emphasis on him.
What they didn't expect was that the Emperor actually attached such importance to Shi Yu.
The status of members of the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall is at least comparable to some marquises. This is directly granting Shi Yu a marquis title. Such treatment is absolutely an exaggeration for a thirteen or fourteen-year-old young person.
"Please forgive Your Majesty, Shi Yu is not very clear about the situation of the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall," Shi Yu said with a probing tone.
He didn't rush to refuse. It was better to first figure out what specific benefits joining the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall could bring and what needed to be given in return.
Furthermore, a direct refusal would also be disrespectful to the other party. It was necessary to appear to be deep in thought.
The Star Luo Emperor smiled slightly and personally explained to Shi Yu.
"The Royal Family Enshrinement Hall is a martial force organization directly under the Emperor. The Empire will hire powerful Soul Masters to join the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall under very generous conditions."
"The Empire gives them everything they want, such as money, cultivation resources, and status, while what they need to contribute is their strength for the Empire."
"Soul Masters who join the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall generally start at the Soul Douluo realm. The status of Soul Douluo level enshrined members is comparable to some marquises."
"As for Title Douluo level enshrined members, their status is at least comparable to dukes, and many have even become foreign kings of the Empire, holding lofty positions."
"Although you don't have the strength of a Soul Douluo, I am optimistic about your future and can make an exception for you."
"As long as you are willing to join the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall, feel free to ask for all the resources you need for cultivation in the future. I will arrange the best Soul Rings for you and will do my best to equip you with Soul Bones."
"You no longer need to worry about any trivial matters and can focus on cultivation without any worries," the Star Luo Emperor said, looking at Shi Yu.
Many people's eyes changed slightly, and their gaze towards Shi Yu changed again. Is the Emperor really that important to him?
Xu Jiujiu, opposite Shi Yu, was examining Shi Yu without blinking, as if trying to see through him, wanting to know what was so special about him that could make her Imperial Brother attach such importance. This was completely the stance of being determined to obtain him.
"Your Majesty, Shi Yu is just a Soul Grandmaster. It's not necessary to attach such importance to Shi Yu, is it?" Shi Yu said sheepishly.
He could feel the other party's sincerity, but honestly didn't really want to agree.
Joining the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall was actually equivalent to signing a deed of sale, needing to serve the Star Luo Empire like a dog or horse in the future.
He didn't really want to work for others. A free and unrestrained life was what he yearned for.
He himself could be without power or status, but he could not lose his freedom.
"Your ability is worth Senior's attention," the Star Luo Emperor said seriously.
Senior actually wasn't very clear about what Shi Yu's Martial Soul was, but that wasn't important. Anyway, Senior had personally seen the other party break into the depths of the Imperial Palace under heavy guard.
He also heard from Imperial Uncle Xu Yuan that Shi Yu kept using Naruto's Instant Transmission with Senior, moving two to three hundred kilometers in a few minutes. This ability shocked Senior and also made Senior wary.
Now that he was still a Soul Grandmaster, he could already do this. If he cultivated to Soul Emperor, Soul Saint, or even Title Douluo, how terrifying would that be?
Senior found it terrifying just thinking about it. In the future, Shi Yu would likely be able to come and go from the Imperial Palace freely. How could Senior sleep soundly then?
Senior didn't want to suddenly see Shi Yu standing by his bed while sleeping in the future.
Shi Yu's future made Senior feel uneasy. Such a person must either be recruited or eliminated.
He was a student of Shrek Academy and highly valued. Senior Xuan Lao had already clearly told Senior about this yesterday, with a warning in mind.
Under such circumstances, Senior naturally wouldn't think of eliminating Shi Yu. Offending Shrek because of this would also be a loss.
Then the only option was to recruit him. Recruiting such a genius to serve the Empire would be a better choice.
Senior had even envisioned the scene of Shi Yu assassinating the Sun Moon Emperor after growing up.
With this ability, the success rate of assassinating the Emperor would definitely be very high.
Shi Yu fell silent, his mind racing. After weighing the pros and cons, he tentatively said, "Your Majesty, Shi Yu might choose to stay at Shrek Academy after graduating in the future. Under such circumstances, it would not be suitable to join the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall."
He actually didn't have many thoughts about staying at the Academy. Now, he was mostly using this to refuse the Star Luo Emperor.
A trace of disappointment flashed in the Star Luo Emperor's eyes. Senior had somewhat anticipated this.
After all, Senior had a meeting with Senior Xuan Lao yesterday. The latter revealed to Senior that Shi Yu was the Sea God Pavilion Master's disciple.
With this status, the possibility of Shi Yu ultimately staying at Shrek Academy was still relatively high.
"The treatment we provide won't be worse than Shrek Academy. Won't you reconsider?" the Star Luo Empire said.
"Shi Yu will consider it, but for now, Shi Yu is more inclined to stay at Shrek Academy."
"If Shi Yu doesn't choose to stay at Shrek Academy in the future, then Shi Yu will definitely prioritize joining the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall and becoming a member," Shi Yu said, speaking politely.
A smile appeared on the Star Luo Emperor's face. This meant there was still some hope.
"Senior thinks it can be like this: you first become an honorary enshrined member of the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall, just a title."
"If you want to join the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall in the future, then just remove the word 'honorary' and become a formal enshrined member."
"If you choose to stay at Shrek Academy, this honorary enshrined member status won't have any impact on you."
"Consider it a certificate of friendship between you and the Star Luo Empire. You don't need to do anything for the Star Luo Empire because of this title, and the Star Luo Empire has no right to demand anything from you," Xu Jiujiu suddenly said with a smile, her voice pleasant to the ear.
"Good, Senior thinks this proposal is very good," the Star Luo Emperor's eyes lit up. He cast an appreciative look at Xu Jiujiu. This younger sister was truly a good helper for Senior.
Then Senior looked at Shi Yu, with a probing look.
Shi Yu glanced at Xu Jiujiu. The latter smiled gently at him and even gave a playful wink.
"It is indeed a good proposal," Shi Yu also nodded. There was no way to refuse now.
If he were to refuse this kind of kindness from the other party, he would truly be showing no respect to the Star Luo Empire at all.
This was someone else's territory. The Star Luo Empire side had also helped them a lot these past two days. It would be somewhat inappropriate if he refused.
Anyway, being an honorary enshrined member had no binding force on him. Agreeing was fine, it was just an extra title.
"Everyone, let's raise our glasses together to celebrate the Royal Family Enshrinement Hall gaining an honorary member," the Star Luo Emperor happily proposed.
Everyone raised their glasses with a smile, showing great respect for Shi Yu.
Shi Yu felt a bit embarrassed by such treatment. It was hard to refuse such hospitality.