Since they had the Dragon Team's exemption, they were already prepared to lose!
Therefore, Li Chonglou cooperated and gave his name, while Long Shi used an alias.
Well, Li Chonglou believed no one in this world would have a name like Kaikai. Even if they did, it would surely be a nickname, not a real name.
With less than ten seconds until the court session, Luo Ya stopped speaking and walked outside.
The two followed behind, only then realizing that the courtroom was just around the corner.
However, as the three walked in, they instantly became the focus of everyone's attention.
It was unavoidable; the situation was similar to being late to class when the teacher had already entered and was about to start.
It would be strange if people didn't look at you!
However, when Li Chonglou turned his head to see Long Shi's reaction, he found that Long Shi had already put on a white mask, the origin of which he didn't know.
"Damn it, you're too unfair! Why didn't you get one for me?"
Li Chonglou whispered his complaint into Long Shi's ear. Long Shi also whispered back, "It's different for me. You're the party involved. By the rules, you can't cover your face."
Long Shi's reason for wearing the mask was due to the special nature of Dragon Team members. If Li Chonglou was considered top-tier concealment, then their identities were at least high-level secrets.
It was naturally better not to show their faces in such a grand occasion.
However, being stared at by so many people made even Long Shi, who was masked, feel a bit unnatural.
The entire venue wasn't very large, about the size of a basketball court. From the entrance to the very back, it sloped upwards in tiers.
Upon entering, you were at a higher level. Below on both sides were spectator seats. Going down the stairs led to a circular platform, with a frame on each side. These frames were thick at the bottom and thin at the top, with a book-shaped structure at the very top, all of the same size.
Further inside the circular platform were stairs leading upwards, reaching the halfway point of the spectator seats. There was a row of arc-shaped seats, and before that, a unique high seat.
That was the judge's position.
At that moment, all seats were occupied, and everyone's gaze was fixed on them.
However, Li Chonglou's gaze fell upon the circular platform. On one side, Yuan Bei and the other two were standing together.
In front of them stood a man, similar in age to Luo Ya, but with a hint of arrogance on his face.
Even in this setting, filled with experts, this man remained so, his bright eyes always holding an indescribable haughtiness.
It was as if, in his eyes, everyone else was inferior!
This was Li Chonglou's first impression upon meeting his gaze. He then noticed Luo Ya, who had walked behind them at some point.
Li Chonglou clearly saw the change in Luo Ya's expression, from astonishment to surprise, and then to a frown.
"Shall we go down now?"
Li Chonglou turned to look at Luo Ya, who for some reason was now walking behind them. Luo Ya quickly nodded, "Yes, yes, you go down first. I think I missed a document."
Under Li Chonglou and Long Shi's astonished gazes, Luo Ya fumbled through his clothes, then scratched his head with a smile, revealing his pearly white teeth.
The two were temporarily speechless, not even knowing how to complain.
Was this the best lawyer the General Bureau had found for him? No, he was a great lawyer, even more advanced than a lawyer!
As the two watched in a daze, Luo Ya bowed towards the judge and then quickly walked away.
There was no other choice; they had to brace themselves!
Li Chonglou gritted his teeth and continued walking down towards the circular platform. Long Shi also reacted and walked beside him, offering comfort, "It's fine. We have exemption anyway. Just consider it gaining experience. But try to perform well later."
Li Chonglou nodded silently. Long Shi had said that first impressions were very important to the jury and the judge. Those who made a good impression would receive lighter penalties, even if convicted.
In this regard, it truly embodied the unique fairness of the world of the strong: if I say it's fair, then it is the company's rule.
As the two descended, whispers began to erupt around them.
"Is this kid the one the General Bureau is protecting? He doesn't look that imposing."
"Don't you feel his aura? He's only at the third level. Didn't the rumors say the captain of the Commoners' Guild was beating him down? I bet someone was exaggerating!"
"I know Yuan Bei from the Commoners' Guild. He's at the peak of the seventh level. You're telling me a third-level guy can beat him easily? That's a joke."
No one present was ordinary; their lowest cultivation level was around the fifth level. It was a gathering of experts, all drawn by the affair between the General Bureau and the Commoners' Guild.
Therefore, it was undeniable that the two felt pressure, especially Li Chonglou. Hearing the focus shift to the confrontation between him and Yuan Bei, he was already thinking of plausible excuses.
For safety, Li Chonglou also informed Elder An, "I might need to boost my power again later. Have Old Lin and the others prepare."
Elder An acknowledged with a hum and entered the bottle space.
Although they couldn't hear what was happening outside in the bottle space like in the soul bottle, and those who had merged with Li Chonglou even possessed some external vision.
Of course, Li Chonglou knew all this.
But everyone was willing to stay in the bottle space. Here, they could not only materialize but also learn other cultivation techniques. Compared to the soul bottle, it was like the difference between being inside or outside a prison.
Naturally, few people wanted to stay in prison.
However, when Elder An brought this message in, everyone, especially Old Lin, wore a troubled expression.
"Elder An, can you ask Little Li to take it easy? Our energy reserves are running low again..."
Before coming out, the residual souls accumulated in the beast tide had already been consumed by more than half. If not for this, Li Chonglou wouldn't have been able to completely suppress Yuan Bei.
Especially when Yuan Bei wanted to exert his strength later, it was no exaggeration to say that the consumption was comparable to when they were escaping in the underground world.
Fortunately, the time was relatively shorter; otherwise, Old Lin and the others would have been forced back to their original forms long ago.
So, hearing this news again, it would be strange if they weren't worried.
Elder An sighed, "The situation is special now. I will tell him to be careful. As for the replenishment of residual souls, we are back in the underground world now. I'll talk to Little Li later about whether he can stay a little longer."
This eased Old Lin and the others' minds a bit. Having a bottom line was enough; they were afraid Li Chonglou would get carried away and forget about their well-being.
When Elder An exited the bottle space, Li Chonglou and Long Shi had already arrived beside the frame on the right.
Although he didn't fully understand the procedure, Li Chonglou was good at imitating.