Upon hearing this, a look of worry appeared on Kong Yan's face. She walked to the father and son and said softly:
"Brother Yu is right."
The Prince's Mansion is now enjoying increasing prestige, coupled with Zhao'er's extraordinary talent.
Although His Majesty did not show it on his face, he had already begun to reduce the military power of the Prince's Palace in secret.
They even started setting up obstacles to funding the research and development of soul tools.
"If this continues, I'm afraid..."
Kong Yan didn't continue, but his meaning was already quite clear.
It has always been the case that those who achieve great merit can overshadow their rulers.
Xu Zhao looked at his parents' worried expressions, but his heart remained calm.
He knew, of course, how much his uncle, who sat on the throne, feared his family.
A prince's younger brother who is level 98, and a monstrous nephew who is level 94 at the age of 20.
In addition, there were several titled Douluo serving under the Prince's Mansion, as well as support from his mother's family, the Kong clan, in the field of soul tools.
This force is powerful enough to overthrow imperial power.
However, Xu Zhao did not intend to stage a coup like Xu Tianran and his son in Dou Er.
"Father, Mother, there is no need to worry."
Xu Zhao spoke calmly, his voice conveying an air of complete composure.
Xu Zhao walked to the center of the main hall, looked intently at his parents, and slowly said:
"If my royal uncle wants the Sun Moon Empire to be stable forever and wants to sit on the throne securely, then we will grant it to him."
Xu Yu and Kong Yan were both taken aback.
"Give it to him?"
Zhao'er, what do you mean...?
Xu Yu frowned.
"Do you expect us to relinquish our military power and cripple our own military capabilities?"
That's absolutely impossible!
I, Xu Yu, would rather die in battle than live a life of dishonor!
"Of course not."
Xu Zhao shook his head, a glint of light flashing in his eyes. He raised his hand and pointed eastward, towards the sea.
"Father, although the Sun and Moon Continent is vast, it is still too small in my eyes."
"So small that it can't hold two suns."
Xu Zhao's voice gradually became more impassioned, carrying a convincing magic:
"Since our royal uncle can't tolerate us, why should we fight to the death with our own family on this small piece of land?"
"I have already ordered the construction of a long-range guided-missile fleet and stockpiled sufficient resources."
"We're going to the other side of the sea."
"There lies a land far larger and richer than the Sun and Moon Continent, a land yet to be conquered by the Soul Guidance Civilization: the Douluo Continent!"
Upon hearing the words "Douluo Continent," Xu Yu and Kong Yan exchanged a glance, both seeing the shock in each other's eyes.
The Sun and Moon Empire has always kept records of legends about continents overseas.
But no one has ever truly crossed that Sea of Death, teeming with sea spirit beasts, on a large scale.
"Zhao'er, are you serious?"
Xu Yu asked in a deep voice, "The entire clan migrates, crossing the sea. What are the risks involved?"
"Father, there are risks and opportunities."
Xu Zhao stood with his hands behind his back, the fluctuations of his level 94 soul power faintly aligning with the great trend of heaven and earth, as if a young emperor were pointing out the landscape.
"As far as I know, although there are many Soul Masters on that continent, the technology of Soul Guidance Devices is still in a primitive stage."
"We're bringing the most advanced soul-guided technology and the Royal Palace's top combat power; it's like gods descending to earth!"
"Instead of being a prince here who is suspected by everyone, let's go over there and build a truly unified empire that belongs to us!"
At this point, Xu Zhao paused, a meaningful smile curving his lips, and said softly:
"Moreover, I have a premonition."
"On that continent, there is a great opportunity that belongs to the child."
An opportunity that could allow my child to break through level 100, and even... touch the realm of gods!
Upon hearing the words "God's Domain," Xu Yu's breathing instantly became heavy.
He was stuck at level 98 for many years.
In my lifetime, I only dare to hope for the Class of '99.
I know all too well how difficult that step is.
If my son can truly become a god...
Xu Yu suddenly raised his head, all hesitation vanishing from his eyes, replaced by an unprecedented determination and domineering aura.
"good!"
"Since my son has such lofty ambitions, I, as his father, will go crazy with you!"
"To hell with the Sun and Moon Royal Family, to hell with all the scheming and intrigue!"
"Pass on my orders!"
Xu Yu waved his hand, his voice booming like thunder.
"All units under the Great Sun Royal Palace shall immediately enter a state of first-level combat readiness!"
Summon all retainers and guests!
We're going to...conquer the new world!
Several days later.
The relocation order for the Great Sun Palace was like a depth charge, causing a huge uproar among the upper echelons of the Sun Moon Empire.
The tense situation, which was originally on the verge of war and seemed poised to erupt into civil war at any moment, has been resolved.
It dissolved abruptly in a way that no one expected.
Inside the Prince's Mansion, things were busy yet orderly.
Countless rare metal resources, high-level soul beast meat, and the accumulated wealth of the Great Sun Royal Palace over the years.
They were continuously transported to the giant soul-guided fleet that was already docked in the port.
At the same time, the Kong family, to which Kong Yan belonged, also made a surprising decision.
As the leading family of Soul Masters in the Sun Moon Empire, the head of the Kong family was well aware of the principle of "a cunning rabbit has three burrows".
Seeing that his grandson Xu Zhao was exceptionally talented and possessed such grand ambitions.
After a long talk with several elders throughout the night, the head of the Kong family resolutely decided—
Separation!
The Kong family brought together the youngest and most creative branch of the family, along with several level seven and eight core soul masters.
The blueprints for ten ships of soul-guided devices and the materials for the core magic arrays were all allocated to Kong Yan to accompany the Great Sun King's Palace on their expedition.
This is not only supporting his daughter, but also a huge gamble.
If they win the bet, the Kong family will expand to another continent, becoming a top-tier family on both continents.
...
The Imperial Palace, the Imperial Study.
"You mean, the second son is really moving?"
"They've even handed over the land deed for the Prince's residence?"
Emperor Xu Huang of the Sun Moon Empire looked at the secret report in his hand. His face, which was usually expressionless, was now filled with astonishment and...unbelievable ecstasy.
The head of the guards, kneeling on the ground, said in a deep voice:
"Your Majesty, it is absolutely true."
The fleet of Prince Ōri is ready to set sail, and some members of the Kong family are also accompanying them.
It seems they are determined to cross the ocean in search of the legendary continent.
"Ha ha ha ha!
good!
OK! "
Xu Huang suddenly stood up and burst into laughter, laughing so hard that tears almost came out.
He's had a really frustrating time as emperor all these years!
His younger brother Xu Yu was stronger than him, his nephew Xu Zhao was more talented than his son, and the prestige of the Great Sun Prince's Mansion was at its zenith.
He was restless day and night, fearing that one day he would wake up to find that the throne had been taken by someone else.
But now, this major threat is actually leaving on its own?
And what about going to that vast ocean where life is almost impossible, to conquer some unknown continent?
"My good nephew is truly my lucky star!"
Xu Huang was in high spirits. With a wave of his hand, he declared with boundless pride:
"Issue my decree!"
Prince Xu Yu of the Great Sun, and his heir Xu Zhao, both have the empire in their hearts and ambitions to conquer all corners of the world!
To enhance our national prestige, we are determined to cross the ocean and expand the empire's territory!
This is an act of utmost loyalty and righteousness, and should serve as a model for all ages!
(End of chapter)