The Confident Sea Horse Douluo

Sea Horse Douluo understood that Dugu Bo, the sect Sect Master of Juyi Righteous Unity Sect, must have considerable influence over Xue Qinghe.

If we can persuade the other party, there is a very high chance that we can obtain the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud in a short period of time.

He was immediately filled with confidence regarding his plans to visit.

Upon hearing his disciple's report in the study, Dugu Bo smiled faintly.

Just as they had guessed, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was full of powerful experts and had a profound foundation. Sword Bone Douluo had even broken through to Level 97 and level 96. They had little interest in a low-level Titled Douluo, so Sea Horse Douluo would naturally be unable to accomplish anything.

As a newly established sect, Righteous Unity Sect is more likely to pay a huge price to win over a Titled Douluo powerhouse.

Sea Horse Douluo's plan was quite clever; if it weren't for Azure Luan Douluo's prior notice, Dugu Bo and the others might have truly fallen into his trap. Unfortunately, after learning the truth, everything Sea Horse Douluo did was nothing more than a clown's act.

"I will go and meet him myself."

The reception room.

Just as Sponge Douluo sat down, he heard a commotion from the disciples of the Righteous Unity Sect outside the door.

As he opened the door, wanting to find out what was going on, Dugu Bo came to meet him.

Sensing the unusual aura emanating from the other party, Sea Horse Douluo bowed and asked, "Senior, are you His Your Excellency Dugu?"

Dugu Bo nodded slightly, walked into the room, and closed the door.

"Who are you, and what brings you to my Righteous Unity Sect? You don't think I can't see your strength, do you?"

Sea Horse Douluo has no need to hide his strength, but he cannot reveal all about his origins.

He cupped his hands in greeting and said frankly, "To be honest, Your Excellency Dugu, my name is Ou Ya, and my title is Sea Horse."

One cannot fake a person's Martial Soul. If this aspect is concealed, it will inevitably arouse suspicion in Dugu Bo's heart.

If an arrogant and domineering person suddenly changes their mind, they will inevitably become suspicious and all their previous efforts will be in vain.

Furthermore, when the Spirit Hall attacked Sea God Island, Sea Horse Douluo had not yet broken through to the title level, let alone been the Sacred Pillar Douluo was on the front line resisting the invasion.

Even the Spirit Hall most likely wouldn't know his identity. That's why Bo Saixi didn't let the stronger Sea Dragon Douluo or other Sacred Pillar Douluo land.

"I didn't grow up on the mainland, but in a coastal fishing village in the eastern part of the Star Luo Empire. You could say I spent the first half of my life in the village."

"Later, I heard from several childhood friends from my village that there was a great Fortuitous Opportunity at sea. At that time, we were all ambitious, believing that we could seize the Fortuitous Opportunity, break through to the Titled Douluo level, and stand at the pinnacle of the continent."

"Unfortunately, a shipwreck later separated us childhood friends at the Great Sea. I seemed to be lucky; I unexpectedly landed on a large island, received the inheritance of a senior, and with half a lifetime of hard work, finally achieved the title."

"It's a pity about my childhood friends. I went out to sea to look for them and searched all the coastal cities of the Two Great Empires, but I couldn't find them."

"Later, I heard that there were even more powerful Titled Douluo on the mainland, so I led some of the young men from the village away from the Great Sea. Today, seeing Your Excellency Dugu, I finally understand what it means to be a frog in a well."

These were the words that Sea Horse Douluo had been pondering in his mind since the beginning of his journey. Now, not only could he justify them, but even outsiders couldn't find any fault with them.

Of course, even without Azure Luan Douluo's announcement, Dugu Bo would have noticed the problem with Sea Horse Douluo.

What respectable person would immediately reveal their entire background, as if afraid others wouldn't know?

Even if we're being completely honest with each other, is it really necessary to go into every single detail?

Especially the childhood friend he fabricated; for anyone, that would be a deep wound in their heart, one they wouldn't easily mention.

Sea Horse Douluo not only said it, but his face showed no emotion whatsoever.

Even if what he said is true, everyone would keep their distance from a cold-blooded and ruthless person.

"I'm not a household registration official, you don't need to say such things." With that, Dugu Bo pushed the teacup on the table toward Sea Horse Douluo, a faint smile on his face. "Then, may I ask, what brings you here today?"

Negotiation is an art. If you state your purpose directly, the other party might want to see you out before you even have a chance to drink tea.

Sea Horse Douluo sat in the chair, and seeing that Dugu Bo had no further action, picked up his teacup and leisurely drank some tea.

"This time, I brought quite a few people with me. They all have mouths to feed, and I cannot watch them starve to death. I hope Your Excellency Dugu a way to survive."

Turning a passive situation into an active one—that was his negotiation strategy.

Sea Horse Douluo believed that with his Titled Douluo cultivation, he was confident that Dugu Bo would be tempted to recruit him since he had taken the initiative to come to him.

Unfortunately, his plan failed.

Dugu Bo remained uninterested in his words. "If that's the case, Sea Horse Douluo, you should leave."

"My Righteous Unity Sect has over a thousand members, all of whom are waiting to eat. Given the current situation on the continent, it's already difficult for us to have one or two stable sources of income. Naturally, I prioritize the sect's disciples over helping outsiders overcome their difficulties."

Sea Horse Douluo's expression was stiff.

The script doesn't seem to be like this. Does Dugu Bo also look down on his abilities? Or did the other party see through his intentions and use this to lower the price?

Seeing that the other party did not see him off, Sea Horse Douluo knew there was still a chance, and immediately said, "Your Excellency Dugu misunderstands. We have absolutely no intention of competing with your sect for business."

"We've lived by the sea for a long time, accustomed to a self-sufficient and leisurely life. Our reasons for coming to the mainland are twofold: first, to spar with mainland Soul Master and urge ourselves to improve; second, to relocate to the mainland and return to the Spirit Master world is a long-cherished wish."

"We need such an opportunity. Of course, we don't ask the Righteous Unity Sect to do anything for us. I've come here only to make friends with Your Excellency Dugu. I wonder if Your Majesty could grant us this opportunity?"

Dugu Bo shrugged and casually said, "Of course."

Given his personality, he naturally wouldn't let a wolf into his house, but if he didn't "befriend" Sea Horse Douluo, their relationship couldn't develop further. How could he make the other party slip up?

Sea Horse Douluo didn't expect to reach a conclusion in their first conversation.

Seeing that Dugu Bo had agreed, he seized the opportunity and took out some local specialties from the seaside from his Soul Tool. "Senior Dugu Bo, we used to be fishermen, and we don't have much to offer. These are dried seafood products that we made ourselves. We hope you will accept them."

The change in address was a test by Sea Horse Douluo. If the other party didn't refuse, it would mean that their relationship had taken another step forward.

Dugu Bo chuckled, "It's rare to see you all so thoughtful."

As he spoke, he clapped his hands, and a disciple entered from outside. "I have other important matters to attend to. Xiao Niu, show our distinguished guest around the sect, and bring him some local specialties before he leaves."