248: Chapter 248: Check-in (Added for Alliance Leader 20220427161247290) 248: Chapter 248: Check-in (Added for Alliance Leader 20220427161247290) “Why are there so many refugees?
Didn’t they say only three Neutral Countries have fallen?”
Mandy and the others said in disbelief.
“Don’t you understand the panic effect?
Also, not all the 32 Neutral Countries are weak; six of them are lapdogs of the Dark Star Empire.
They’re also creating trouble amidst the invasion by the Dark Star Empire.”
Mia explained the situation to Su Ming and the others.
“Look over there, what’s going on?
Why are there so many people marching?
What are they doing?”
Allu asked incredulously, as she looked at the many people across the street holding banners.
“Those are the locals of Black Flame Star and some refugees who have escaped, voicing their demands.
They hope the Federation Government will send troops to resist the Imperial Army and reclaim the fallen Neutral Countries.”
Mia glanced and explained.
Rhein asked, somewhat confused,
“Why does Black Flame Star let so many refugees from Neutral Countries come in?”
“On one hand, it’s humanitarian asylum; on the other hand, many people from Black Flame Star have business ties or marital ties in the Neutral Countries.
So, Black Flame Star has to turn a blind eye, and of course, there are some other factors that I’d rather not say too much about.”
“Ah, I see.”
“By the way, there’s something I need to remind you guys.
You’ve seen it yourselves.
These people are like ants on a hot pan, seeking help everywhere.
Don’t be too compassionate and meddle carelessly.
With your little physical strength, it’s not going to be enough!”
Mia warned Su Ming and the rest.
“Understood!”
Su Ming and the others nodded.
They were well aware that they couldn’t twist the arm of a thigh; many things were beyond their control.
While they were discussing, the train’s announcement rang out.
“Black Valley Station is here.”
“Alright, we’ve arrived.
Everyone, follow me off the train.”
Mia got up from her seat and said to Su Ming and the others.
….
A few moments later, Mia led Su Ming and the rest out of the station exit and onto a spacious street.
This area was particularly bustling, filled with pedestrians.
Of course, there were also quite a few refugees sprawled along the roadside.
At this time, Su Ming noticed some residents of Black Flame Star walking past them, their faces expressing annoyance.
It seemed they really disliked these refugees, but that was normal, as not everyone was connected to them.
The arrival of these refugees genuinely affected their lives.
“Follow me.”
Mia led Su Ming and the others along the pedestrian street, moving forward.
Not long after, Mia led the group to a luxurious five-star hotel—Dragon Court Interstellar Hotel.
“Teacher, we’re staying here?”
Rhein and the others looked at the luxurious hotel in front of them, utterly surprised.
“Yes, follow me inside!”
Mia led Su Ming and the others while speaking.
“Teacher, I feel like we’re here on vacation, not here to fight.”
Rhein walked and asked while looking at the hotel ahead.
“Ah, what fight?
Fights aren’t so easy to come by.
Besides, it’s not us who will be really fighting.
We’re just here to move stuff and watch.”
Mia explained somewhat irritably.
“Oh.”
Rhein and the others nodded in reply, still a bit perplexed.
Online and in reality, the situation seems so tense, as if the Imperial Army might arrive any moment.
But here they were, leisurely on a holiday in Black Flame City.
If the situation were truly tense, the cargo on Red Teeth wouldn’t need three days; it could be unloaded in one day.
Not long after, Mia led everyone to the hotel lobby.
The entire hotel lobby was decorated in a magnificent fashion, with a soft carpet covering the floor and the walls all around clad in expensive golden glazed tiles.
Several waitresses in red uniforms respectfully bowed and greeted Su Ming and the others as they entered.
“Welcome!”
“Teacher, when did you become so generous?” asked Su Ming, somewhat warily.
This wasn’t just any ordinary hotel.
“Oh, this hotel is owned by the Imperial Court Academy, so feel free to stay!” Mia responded with a wave of her hand, fully aware of Su Ming’s concerns.
“Haha, that’s great!” shouted Zhang Yi and the others, excited.
However, at that moment, Rhein suddenly thought of something and quickly asked Mia.
“Wait a minute, Teacher, since it’s such a nice hotel, surely you’re not going to make the ten of us share one room, right?”
Mia coughed somewhat awkwardly after hearing Rhein’s question and then said with a smile,
“It’s still ten people per room.”
“No way, we’re still squeezing ten people into one room?”
“Exactly!
Can’t we have single or double rooms?”
“Right!
Since you’re so generously inviting us to stay at a five-star hotel, can’t you arrange more rooms?”
Rhein and the others started to complain.
Mia then seriously but firmly replied,
“It’s not that the Imperial Court Academy is stingy, but think about it—so many refugees have flooded into Black Flame Star, and many Federation personnel are here too.
All the hotels are completely full, and it’s impossible to book any rooms.
Plus, the prices are ridiculously high now.
If you don’t believe me, go out and ask around, or if you want to be ripped off, you can try booking your own room.”
“Well, never mind then; squeezing ten people into one room is still manageable, better than a spaceship dormitory anyway.”
Rhein and the others replied awkwardly.
“Alright, enough of this.
Go to the reception desk and get your key cards.
Then, for the next three days, you can either stay in the hotel or go out and enjoy yourselves, eat, drink, have fun, and shop—it’s up to you,” Mia instructed everyone.
“Okay!” Rhein cheerfully responded.
“Oh, and there’s one more thing to mention.
Be careful when you go out.
If you encounter any trouble on Black Flame Star, declare your identity as Imperial Court Academy students immediately.
No one will dare touch you, as whoever does is looking for trouble—assuming, of course, you’re in the right.”
Mia spoke with dominating assurance.
At that moment, Zhang Yi cheekily asked,
“Teacher, what if it’s our fault?”
“Even then, mention the name of Imperial Court Academy.
But you’ll be in big trouble afterward—you know what I mean.”
Mia rolled her eyes at Zhang Yi and the others.
Upon hearing this, Su Ming couldn’t help but inwardly remark.
Choosing this school was really the right decision; its style of acting was both protective and domineering.
“Now we have peace of mind,” replied Rhein and the others with a grin.
“Alright, enough talking.
I need to rest up as well.”
Mia stretched and turned towards the service desk.
Su Ming and the others also headed towards the service desk.
Moments later, Su Ming and Rhein, along with the others, took the elevator to the thirty-sixth floor where they used their key card to open room 3605.
Rhein and the others burst excitedly into the room, some jumping directly onto the pristine white beds, others flopping onto the sofas, all of them exclaiming with joy,
“This bed is so comfy!”