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221. Chapter 221: Godolkin University, The Only Supe University

A week later.

Xia Shang personally received Ministry of Defense Minister Bob, who had traveled a long distance.

"Welcome to Vought International, Mr. Minister. I heard you're here regarding Ryan's matter this time." After shaking hands, Xia Shang led Bob into the Meeting Room.

"As expected of Vought, your information is well-connected. However, I'm not just here for Ryan this time." Bob looked at the distinguished Vought Vice President before him and couldn't help but exclaim, "This must be our first meeting. I didn't expect President Mr. Jervis to be so young. Truly young and promising."

"Thank you. Would you like a cup of coffee, Mr. Minister?" Xia Shang went to the coffee machine and poured two cups of coffee.

"Can I refuse?"

Bob smiled and took the coffee Xia Shang offered.

"It seems Stan Edgar values you highly, otherwise he wouldn't have sent you to negotiate with me."

Values highly? Perhaps, but now it's probably more about how to get rid of him.

Although Xia Shang thought this to himself, he feigned humility and said, "That's why I've always respected Mr. Stan Edgar. If he hadn't chosen to promote me back then, perhaps I'd still be an ordinary security guard under Vought. Of course, being able to open the door for Mr. Bob is also a good thing."

Even knowing Xia Shang was joking, a hint of a smile couldn't help but appear on Bob's face.

"Alright, let's get back to the main topic." Bob put down his coffee, his expression gradually becoming serious.

"Regarding the judgment for Ryan's crimes, the Court will convene the day after tomorrow. Currently, there are various opinions regarding the Ryan incident. Some people believe that it was all the kidnappers' fault, that they threatened Ryan with his Mother to kill people, so Ryan should be judged innocent. But the families of the victims don't think so, after all, Ryan personally killed their wives or husbands."

Being judged innocent is actually possible.

Especially after Billy's confession video came out, many netizens were more inclined towards the innocent verdict.

But anyone with common sense knows that the US Government won't let Vought off so easily. They will definitely seize this opportunity to take a few stabs at Vought and carve off a few chunks of meat.

"I believe the Court will deliver the most just judgment," Xia Shang smiled.

"Of course, they will strictly adhere to the legal provisions."

Bob placed his hands in front of his abdomen and said with a smile.

As Stan Edgar's "old friend," he had spoken to Stan Edgar on the phone before coming to Vought and learned of Stan Edgar's determination to protect Ryan. This was because Stan Edgar had to consider Homelander's feelings. If Ryan were truly sentenced to five years or more, Homelander might become even harder to control.

"Due to the recent frequent superhuman crime incidents, the White House has decided to establish a brand new department, the Office of Supe Affairs. We hope to receive Vought International's support and assistance." Bob stated the purpose of his visit. Anything concerning Supes absolutely couldn't bypass Vought, and Vought held a large number of fanatical fans who held ballots. If things escalated, it would become very troublesome.

So he wanted to use the Ryan incident to make Vought compromise.

"Mr. Stan Edgar mentioned this to me. This is a good thing that can effectively reduce the crime rate among Supes. Vought will definitely provide support. If there's anything you need my help with, just say the word." Xia Shang appeared very enthusiastic. This negotiation was just a formality anyway. If there were truly important matters, Stan Edgar wouldn't have handed them over to him.

"In addition, the security contract signed between the All State Governments and Vought needs to be amended. The price of the students produced by your Godolkin University is too high. The administrators of the various states believe that the share of public order funding invested in this annually is too large, which has already caused dissatisfaction among the Local Police Stations. So I think reducing the price by 40% would be better." The Godolkin University Bob mentioned was the first Supe University established by Vought in 1965, and the only university in the United States specifically for young Superheroes. Students ranked high in the university would be dispatched by Vought to be responsible for maintaining public order in various cities.

When Xia Shang first joined Vought, he had mentioned a similar plan to Stan Edgar, and even some details were strikingly similar.

To be honest, Stan Edgar at the time thought Xia Shang was playing a trick on him, so he never showed a pleasant expression from beginning to end. Only after confirming that Xia Shang truly didn't know about Godolkin University did he look at him with higher regard.

As for Godolkin University, Xia Shang only learned about it later. Furthermore, A-Train, Queen Maeve, and The Deep were also among the students of Godolkin University. Although he didn't know why The Deep was ranked first in that year's class, this university indeed had a long history.

However, compared to The Seven under Vought International, it seemed less famous.

Moreover, Godolkin University was more widely circulated only among the adolescent group. Xia Shang vaguely remembered that in the recent Supe Selection Competition, there seemed to be many students from Godolkin University participating, but their popularity was generally low, and very few were able to enter the Final Selection.

However, due to the Ryan incident, the Adolescent Supe Selection Competition was also temporarily put on hold.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Bob, this is not something I can decide. Besides, reducing it by 40% at once is too much," Xia Shang shook his head.

"Is 40% a lot? Perhaps Vought isn't working hard enough. If you cultivate a few more qualified Candidates, you can easily fill the gap caused by this price reduction."

Bob pulled out several documents from his briefcase.

"I came prepared for a protracted battle with Vought this time," he said, taking out a sandwich at the same time and smiling.

The sandwich was put into Bob's briefcase by his wife when he left home, which Bob was unaware of.

"It seems Mr. Stan Edgar had a reason for throwing this tough job to me," Xia Shang joked. He hadn't expected Bob, the dignified Ministry of Defense Minister, to be so easygoing.

Finally, after an hour of negotiation, both parties shook hands satisfactorily.

"Mr. Jervis, you don't act like a young man. You know, my bottom line for this trip was 30%, but I didn't expect you to cut it in half directly. Stan Edgar will be at ease handing Vought over to you."

"Thank you."

After personally seeing Bob off to his car, Xia Shang was about to turn back. Just then, he inadvertently caught a glimpse of Billy hidden in the crowd. Although it was only for a moment, Xia Shang was certain that the person under that baseball cap was definitely Billy.

On the other side, Billy hurried back to his car. His brows furrowed into a frown. What was going on? Did Mr. Jervis spot him? Or was it just his imagination? How could an ordinary human's senses be so sharp?

Buzz buzz buzz!!

His mobile phone in his pocket suddenly vibrated.

"Mallory, I didn't expect you to still remember us poor wretches who were abandoned. Go on, what kind of dirty work are you planning to give us this time?"

(End of Chapter)