bookbashuk Chapter 162 This is my escape route
Chapter 162 This is my escape route
Chapter 162 This is my escape route
In an inconspicuous corner of the audience.
A middle-aged man with an exceptionally thick right arm suddenly lowered his voice and excitedly said to his companion beside him, "Lang Ya, do you understand now? At this age, even if he were a reincarnation of a god, he couldn't possibly be a Soul Saint!"
"Don't make a fuss, that kid's mental strength is probably no less than mine." Lang Ya, whose head was particularly large, said in a low voice, "That ice attribute martial soul is probably true, but those seven soul rings, I guess are the effects of the soul skills of his other mental attribute martial soul."
"Damn, you mean that kid's other martial soul is his original martial soul?" Yu Tao's eyes lit up, his voice full of joy.
Although those with twin martial souls can attach an extra soul ring to one of their martial souls compared to others, there is often a buffer period for switching martial souls in actual combat.
However, if the other martial soul is the main body martial soul, then there are far fewer restrictions.
They knew the secret of the twin martial souls because their junior sister, who had recently joined their sect, was the owner of twin martial souls.
Lang Ya smiled calmly and said, "Whether it is or not, we'll know once the sect leader arrives in person. That kid is probably quite important to Shrek Academy; the two of us aren't enough."
"I remember the sect leader should be in Tiandou City right now, visiting the Tianhun royal family. Well, my brother and I just came from there, and now we have to rush back."
"Stop talking nonsense and come back soon. If we let such a good seedling slip through our fingers, the sect leader might tear us apart with his own hands."
At the center of the city wall, Xu Jiawei turned to Dai Hao and said gently, "Brother, the young people these days are truly remarkable. Heroes are indeed emerging from among the young, don't you think?"
Dai Hao clenched his fist tightly and said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty is right, but I suddenly remembered that I have important matters to attend to in the palace, and I am afraid I will be unable to continue to accompany Your Majesty to watch this Soul Fighting Tournament."
"Oh? Even at a time like this, my worthy brother is still concerned about the affairs of the nation. He truly deserves to be a pillar of our Star Luo Empire." Xu Jiawei nodded with a smile. "I grant your permission."
Seeing Dai Hao stand up, bow respectfully, and practically flee from the city wall, Xu Jiawei's smile faded, and his gaze became deep.
"One wrong step leads to another. Dai Hao, you may escape for a while, but can you escape forever?"
……
into the night.
The entire Star Luo City remained brightly lit, completely immersed in the excitement brought by the Soul Master Competition.
However, inside the White Tiger Duke's mansion outside Xingluo City, the atmosphere was unusually heavy.
In the vast White Tiger Hall, Dai Hao paced back and forth, his worried expression appearing particularly gloomy under the soul-guiding lamplight.
The door to the hall was pushed open, and Xuanji Douluo walked in with a dark expression.
Dai Hao's eyes lit up, and he quickly went to meet him.
"Uncle Xuanji, is that story true or false?"
Xuanji Douluo snorted coldly, pushed Dai Hao away who was leaning in, and sat down in the chair next to the main seat.
"You'd better pack your things quickly and head back to your Western Army Group tonight. Only when you get there will Xu Jiawei truly consider the trouble that taking action against you would cause."
Dai Hao's expression grew increasingly grim, yet he still pressed on relentlessly, "How is this possible? How could someone his age be a Soul Saint? When that rebellious son awakened his Martial Soul, his innate Soul Power was clearly only at level one."
"Dai Hao, the Douluo Continent is vast, and all sorts of incredible opportunities are constantly emerging." Seeing Dai Hao's distraught appearance, Xuanji Douluo could no longer suppress his anger, and his voice involuntarily rose a few decibels.
Instead of getting hung up on how the other person acquired their cultivation level, you should think about how to save your own life.
Even if those seven spirit rings were fake, his ultimate ice spirit couldn't be faked. If he truly possessed the cultivation of a Soul Saint, he could probably rival an ordinary Title Douluo!
Rebuked by Xuanji Douluo, Dai Hao slumped back a few steps and slumped into a chair, a hint of fear finally flashing deep in his eyes.
He was in his early forties, and his cultivation level was only that of a Soul Douluo. He heard that the rebellious son's actual combat power was far superior to his own.
Moreover, the other party was openly colluding with the Star Luo royal family and trying to kill him. How could he not be afraid!
After the initial fear subsided, an even stronger sense of resentment rose within Dai Hao's heart.
He had simply forgotten about the mother and son; was that some unforgivable mistake?
Why should he go to such lengths to take revenge on me?
Thinking of this, Dai Hao's gaze grew even colder, and he subconsciously glanced at Xuanji Douluo beside him.
"Uncle Xuanji, I may be able to escape this time, but can I escape forever? Given Huo Yuhao's talent, if he reaches the Limit Douluo level in a few decades, what kind of deterrent power will my status as the Imperial Marshal have in front of him?"
In Dai Hao's view, Huo Yuhao still needs to cooperate with the Star Luo Royal Family, simply because his strength has not yet reached the point where he can overturn the table.
But if the other party becomes a Limit Douluo, even if they directly rush into the Western Army Group's tent and kill him on the spot, the people of the entire Star Luo Empire probably wouldn't dare to say a word.
In addition, given the other party's special identity, the people of Xingluo will likely resent him as a father for forcibly pushing a future Limit Douluo to Shrek Academy, and may even applaud and praise the other party for killing him well.
Before Xuanji Douluo could speak, Dai Hao's deep voice rang out again.
"Uncle Xuanji, since the original method of rigging the game on the field is no longer working, can't we just be more forceful?"
Upon hearing Dai Hao's words, Xuanji Douluo's already unpleasant face turned completely black.
I watched Dai Hao grow up, how come I never realized before that this kid was such a wicked person at heart?
What he's saying is basically asking me to force myself to take action and find an opportunity to kill Huo Yuhao directly at the Star Emperor Hotel.
Even his original plan to make a mistake on the field was based on the premise that it could be carried out secretly.
Afterwards, they can always find an excuse, have everyone drink three cups of wine as punishment, and they can always get away with it.
If they were to take action directly in the hotel now, the nature of the conflict would completely change; it would be tantamount to slapping Shrek Academy and the Star Luo Royal Family hard across the face.
He didn't know what would happen to Dai Hao afterward.
Xuanji, I'm afraid I'm doomed.
Xuanji Douluo suppressed his displeasure and lowered his voice even further.
"Originally, I shouldn't have told you this. Although your father and I are close friends, I am, after all, paid by the emperor, and I shouldn't have interfered too much in the affairs between your White Tiger lineage and the Star Luo royal family."
But if I don't speak out, I'm afraid you, and the entire White Tiger Duke's mansion, will be completely eradicated soon. How can I face your deceased father then?
Upon hearing this, Dai Hao's eyes lit up. Judging from Xuanji Douluo's words, there seemed to be room for a turnaround.
He couldn't help but ask eagerly, "Uncle Xuanji, what do you mean by that?"
Xuanji Douluo sighed softly, a hint of hesitation on his face, but he finally spoke, "You should know the head of the Royal Hall of Worship, right?"
"Didn't the sect leader go into seclusion more than a year ago? What does this have to do with her?"
Dai Hao was slightly taken aback, somewhat confused as to why Xuanji Douluo would mention this person.
This Hall Master is arguably a generation older than the Dragon God Douluo of Shrek Academy.
The level 98 Super Douluo is the true pillar of the Star Luo Empire. In his early years, he received support from the Star Crown Sect and is a staunch supporter of the Star Luo royal family.
This is one of the reasons why Dai Hao only dared to do some sneaky little tricks to disgust the Xingluo royal family.
He had originally thought that the Star Luo royal family's lineage was weak, while their White Tiger Duke's Mansion had produced two outstanding talents.
By the time they grow up, the head of the Royal Hall of Worship may have already passed away, since breaking through to the Limit Douluo level is really too difficult.
Their next generation might have the possibility of regaining the Star Luo throne through marriage alliances.
But now Huo Yuhao has suddenly appeared out of nowhere. Not to mention the Star Luo throne, it's uncertain whether even the White Tiger lineage can survive. Dai Hao's resentment has intensified.
Seeing Dai Hao's puzzled expression, Xuanji Douluo went straight to the point:
"I discovered by chance a few months ago that she had suffered a qi deviation, failed to break through her cultivation, and died in her secluded cultivation place. Even Xu Jiawei was unaware of this."
The higher a Soul Master's cultivation level, the longer they will spend in seclusion, and they may even completely cut off all external information during their seclusion.
Dai Hao was aware that the Hall Master of the Offering Hall had gone into seclusion to seek a breakthrough, but he never expected that this guardian deity of the Star Luo Empire would die so quietly.
In an instant, Dai Hao's mind began to stir.
"Uncle Xuanji, what do you mean?"
Xuanji Douluo looked at him and asked, "How much longer will it take you to break through to the Title Douluo level?"
Dai Hao frowned and made a prediction.
"It will probably take close to five more years."
"That's still too slow. You need to be strong yourself to succeed. I'll find a way to help you break through to the Title Douluo level within two and a half years."
Xuanji Douluo shook his head and said in a deep voice, "Xu Jiawei wants to use your illegitimate son to pressure you with the righteous cause. But if you want to reclaim the throne that belongs to the White Tiger lineage, that is also a matter of course."
Seeing the look of interest on Dai Hao's face, Xuanji Douluo continued:
"If I want to persuade some old friends in the Hall of Worship to help you, you'd better perform properly. The strength of a Title Douluo is definitely indispensable, and you can't lose military power on the western border. A true man can bend and stretch. If you fight him to the death here now, you'll just fall into Xu Jiawei's trap."
You're racing against time. If you can become the Star Luo Emperor, I doubt Huo Yuhao would dare defy the world and forcibly kill you. In fact, Shrek Academy, to maintain stability on the continent, might have to intervene to stop him.
"Uncle Xuanji is right."
Dai Hao's eyes lit up slightly, and he nodded repeatedly. Clearly, Xuanji Douluo's suggestion was the best solution for him.
"When do you think I should depart to return to the Western Army Group?"
"The sooner the better, of course. Pack your things tonight and leave immediately."
Looking at Xuanji Douluo's teachable expression, Dai Hao hesitated and said, "Then what about my wife and the others..."
He could easily leave, but if he took his wife and Dai Huabin, the culprits who bullied Huo Yuhao and his mother back then, Huo Yuhao might just attack him without hesitation.
Xuanji Douluo's eyes became meaningful, and he said in a calm tone:
"Haven't you already made up your mind? If they stay in the White Tiger Duke's mansion, the Star Luo royal family will be hesitant to act rashly, so they might not necessarily be in trouble. But if they go with you to the Western Army Group, I'm afraid it's hard to say."
Dai Hao was silent for a moment, then nodded heavily.
"I see."
……
The next day.
Before dawn, urgent knocking began inside the room.
Huo Yuhao got up and opened the door. Seeing the pretty figure standing outside, he asked with some surprise.
"Your Highness, is there something important that you've come so early?"
Seeing Huo Yuhao in loose pajamas with his hair still a bit messy, clearly having just been woken up by her, Xu Jiujiu's beautiful eyes widened involuntarily, and the emotions she had suppressed all night suddenly became uncontrollable.
"Did you even sleep last night? Aren't you afraid that Dai Hao, driven to desperation, might send someone to secretly poison you during the night?"
Last night, she and Grandma Manyi didn't sleep a wink, keeping a close eye on everything happening inside and outside the Star Emperor Hotel.
But the person in question acted completely carefree, which made Xu Jiujiu quite angry.
"What's the use of being afraid? In the end, isn't your royal family also hoping that Dai Hao will make a move so they can find something to use against him?"
Huo Yuhao spoke helplessly, stepping aside to let Xu Jiujiu enter the living room.
As soon as Xu Jiujiu stepped inside and saw the scene in the living room, she couldn't help but raise her eyebrows.
The silver-haired girl, dressed in a silk nightgown, was lounging lazily on the sofa, her long, fair legs crossed, nibbling on pastries from the coffee table.
If she remembered correctly, this should be the team leader from Shrek Academy.
Early in the morning, the two of them were in the room, both still in their pajamas...
Are you Shrek Academy students really this open-minded?
However, now is clearly not the time to be a bystander.
After taking her seat, Xu Jiujiu quickly composed herself and got straight to the point:
"Dai Hao has run away. He claims that there are evil spirit masters in the Mingdou Mountains that the Western Army Group cannot handle, and he directly appealed to my brother for help, requesting to return to the Western Army Group immediately."
This news was only reported by his subordinates this morning, but in reality, he may have already left the White Tiger Duke's mansion around midnight last night.
(End of this chapter)