Chapter 297: Meeting Dugu Bo Again
On the soul battle stage, Xiao Wu tilted her face slightly, full of pride and excitement.
As a soul beast, she had finally stepped onto the human stage and even defeated the previous Soul Master Competition champions.
How could she not be proud?
Bathed in this rich human aura, her soul power was extraordinarily active. Cultivating in Tiandou City, her speed surged like a thousand miles a day.
She glanced toward the side of the VIP stands. Among the crowd, the disguised Tang San was watching the match.
Their eyes met, filled with emotion.
Tang San hadn't stayed to cultivate in the Seven Treasure Glazed Sect; instead, he'd come to the venue.
This filled Xiao Wu with pride.
After all, given Tang San's current situation, it was dangerous—his external spirit bone had not yet fully fused.
But Tang San was smart. On the VIP stage were Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo, and Dream Divine Machine—top experts.
Staying near the VIP stand meant he could be protected.
Xiao Wu understood that Tang San did this for her.
Tang San was captivated by her; while Xiao Wu felt excited, she also knew she was licking blood from the blade.
Right now only Tang Hao knew her identity. As Tang San grew, Tang Hao would surely set his sights on her—on her hundred-thousand-year soul ring and soul bone.
However, at least she had held out until the Soul Emperor stage. Since her identity had not been exposed before becoming a Soul Emperor, the danger had greatly decreased. She only needed to handle the threat of Tang Hao.
And Tang Hao's weakness was Tang San. If she held onto Tang San, she would be safe.
Xiao Wu proudly swept her gaze across the entire Grand Soul Fighting Arena, imperious and unrestrained.
Zhu Zhuqing, Oscar, and Ma Hongjun were also basking in the cheers. Next would be Shrek's youth storm.
"Boring. The opponents are too weak!" Ning Rongrong pouted, tugging Dugu Feng toward the exit. "I know I've delayed your cultivation. I'll make it up to you now!"
The two walked arm in arm toward the hotel.
A sly, playful glint shimmered in Ning Rongrong's eyes as she spoke boldly.
"Feng-ge, once we're at the hotel…" Ning Rongrong leaned close to Dugu Feng's ear and whispered.
"At your disposal," Dugu Feng said calmly.
Ning Rongrong blushed, gritting her teeth with resolve. "Do you think I'm afraid of you?"
She was a Soul Emperor. If she couldn't hold out, she could just use the Seven Treasure Glazed Pagoda for a little amplification.
They quickly returned to the hotel.
On the top floor, the entire level was the private space of Dugu Feng and Ning Rongrong.
It was arranged like a private residence—sumptuous and luxurious.
Glazed crystal lamps shimmered with a dreamy pink glow, filling the space with an air of allure.
As soon as they arrived, Ning Rongrong collapsed into Dugu Feng's arms.
Dugu Feng gently held her waist, unable to help admiring her perfect figure.
He lifted her by the waist, and the two sat together on the large sofa.
Since he had been delayed in cultivation, she would certainly have to compensate him.
Soon the room dimmed, and only the chandelier swayed.
The next day, after a night of indulgence, Dugu Feng left the hotel alone.
As for Ning Rongrong, he guessed she would need at least a day to rest.
Dugu Feng simply left Tiandou City and headed to the Ice and Fire Two Phenomena Eye to cultivate.
At this time, there were still at least six months before Qian Renxue mobilized the army to start the war. Dugu Feng had no intention of wasting time; he would continue cultivating.
Upon returning to the Ice and Fire Two Phenomena Eye, Dugu Feng unexpectedly saw Dugu Bo.
Dugu Bo looked stern, as if waiting specifically for Dugu Feng.
"Your Grace, were you waiting for me?" Dugu Feng asked.
Dugu Bo paced back and forth, then demanded, "What exactly are you and Xue Qinghe trying to do!"
Dugu Feng was stunned, then quickly understood. It must have been news of Qian Renxue's plan to start a war.
As the royal guest elder and the empire's strongest protector, Dugu Bo would surely be needed. Since Qian Renxue could not expose her own strength now, she would naturally approach Dugu Bo first.
"Your Grace, I don't understand what you mean," Dugu Feng replied calmly.
Dugu Bo's face was grave. "Don't play dumb. Xue Qinghe has just become emperor and already plans to start a war.
Do you mean there's no involvement from you? Without support from the major soul master families, what strength does Xue Qinghe have to wage war!"
Dugu Feng shrugged. "Since Your Grace already knows, why ask me!"
Dugu Bo grew even angrier, his face turning alternating shades of green and purple.
After a long moment, he regained his composure.
"Hmph, newborn calves are not afraid of tigers. What do you think sustains the standoff between the Tiandou Empire and the Star Luo Empire?
It's Spirit Hall's balance. Whenever one side becomes too strong, Spirit Hall suppresses the other.
On this continent, the one truly in charge is Spirit Hall, not the two empires.
Starting a war is provoking Spirit Hall's bottom line. If that's not being newborn calves unafraid of tigers, what is!"
He looked as if hating iron for not becoming steel.
When he learned that Xue Qinghe intended to launch a unification war, his jaw had nearly dropped.
He could only chalk it up to young people being reckless and ignorant of the magnitude of things.
Dugu Feng, however, was surprised.
He hadn't expected Dugu Bo to be so clear on Spirit Hall's strength.
Dugu Feng paced a few steps, then said, "Your Grace, why worry so much!
I suppose Brother Xue sought you only so that, if the Star Luo Emperor makes a move, you would block him, right?
Your Grace isn't afraid, is he?"
His tone was calm, but in Dugu Bo's ears it sounded cutting.
He, Dugu Bo, afraid? He was the singular Poison Douluo.
He even dared to fight the level-96 Chrysanthemum Douluo.
The Star Luo Emperor was nothing!
Although no one had seen the emperor act since ascending the throne,
Dugu Bo guessed his strength would not exceed level ninety-five.
Dugu Bo himself had reached level ninety-two and was skilled with poison; he was not afraid of the emperor.
Dugu Bo shook his head. "No need to provoke me. With your wit, you surely know what worries me.
Today's Spirit Hall is different from the past. Judging from Bibi Dong's constant absorption of other forces and expansion of her soul master ranks, her ambition is great.
Xue Qinghe has just ascended the throne and then leaves Tiandou City to launch a full-scale attack on the Star Luo Empire. If Bibi Dong seizes the opportunity, a crushing defeat is very likely.
Then it would be the destruction of Tiandou.
Don't think the Clear Sky Sect and the Seven Treasure Glazed Sect can do much. If defending Tiandou City, they can manage it. But once leaving Tiandou City, if Spirit Hall goes all out, no one can match them!
I simply don't want the Snow family's vast legacy buried in Xue Qinghe's hands.
Moreover, without the Tiandou Empire and with Spirit Hall dominating alone, that's not good for any soul master!"
Dugu Bo sighed, looking somewhat helpless.
He clearly didn't believe Xue Qinghe could defeat the Star Luo Empire and unify the continent.
(END CHAPTER)
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