Dog Head Strategist
Heaven Dou City.
Following Tang Shang's suggestion, Sea Horse Douluo wandered around the city for several days.
These days, some high-ranking officials and nobles in the city have heard rumors and want to use this opportunity to form a connection with Sea Horse Douluo.
Sea Horse Douluo welcomed all who came and talked with these nobles for a long time. But unfortunately, the Righteous Unity Sect seemed to ignore their actions, and no one came looking for him during this time, and Dugu Bo did not express his opinion.
Inside the Hotel, Sea Horse Douluo said in a deep voice, "We may have overestimated our strength."
Since Righteous Unity Sect establishment, the Juyi Sect has expanded many times. Although there is only one Titled Douluo powerhouse, Dugu Bo, all the Soul Douluo are in their prime, and one or two of them may even have the opportunity to be promoted to Title Douluo in the future.
Allowing an outsider with Titled Douluo to join the sect would inevitably mean taking away power from them. Not only would Dugu Bo disagree, but the Elder themselves wouldn't agree either. Dugu Bo wouldn't easily do something that would disrupt the sect's power structure and easily lead to internal disintegration.
Sea Horse Douluo knew that their previous strategy was based on the premise that the Righteous Unity Sect intended to win them over. Now it seemed that the Righteous Unity Sect did not have such an intention, or that such an intention was not strong, and their plan had to be declared a failure.
Tang Shang gave an awkward smile.
All his decisions were made in accordance with the intentions of Sea Horse Douluo. The latter's flawed decisions led him to provide incorrect countermeasures.
"Your Majesty, it seems that our contact with various officials is more likely to provoke Dugu Bo's displeasure."
"Fortunately, Your Majesty corrected your mistake in time, and there is still room for maneuver. Let me think about it."
"Being unfamiliar with the place and its people might be our excuse. Your Majesty is also new here and unfamiliar with many aspects of Heaven Dou City. In order not to offend anyone, you had no choice but to contact those officials."
"Your Majesty previously told Dugu Bo that it was reasonable for them to make contact with those officials in order to earn a living for everyone."
Sea Horse Douluo breathed a slight sigh of relief. At least, his previous actions still left room for maneuver, and he hadn't completely antagonized Dugu Bo.
"Then, shall I go to see Dugu Bo myself and be more enthusiastic?"
Tang Shang thought for a moment, nodded, and then added, "We're not sure if our previous actions angered Dugu Bo. If we contact him again, it's best to find out his attitude before making any further plans."
Tang Shang wasn't particularly strong, but he was quick-witted enough that his strategy enlightened Sea Horse Douluo.
It's unimaginable what kind of trouble the group from Heaven Dou City Sea God Island would have caused if they hadn't had such a strategist.
Sea Horse Douluo has excellent execution skills. As soon as he finalized the strategy with Tang Shang, he couldn't wait to visit the Righteous Unity Sect.
The reception room.
Without keeping Sea Horse Douluo waiting long, Dugu Bo quickly arrived to greet the guest.
"Oh, I didn't expect Brother Sea Horse to be back so soon. Haven't found a suitable job yet?" Dugu Bo's words were tinged with a hint of mockery.
What seemed like a casual joke was not what Sea Horse Douluo thought; he sensed that Dugu Bo was dissatisfied with his behavior.
Following the other person's words, he replied, "Brother Dugu, please don't make fun of me."
"My brother brought the young men from the village to Heaven Dou City, a place they knew nothing about. Their travel funds were almost exhausted, and they dared not offend anyone, so they had no choice but to accept the invitation from those nobles."
"It's true what they say, my brother, you were foolish. Those nobles and officials were all up to no good. If I hadn't remembered your teachings, I'm afraid I would have fallen into their trap this time."
Seeing that Dugu Bo's emotions had calmed down, Sea Horse Douluo quickly added, "Brother, I really lack the ability. I hope Brother Dugu can point us in the right direction."
Making friends with people is not much different from doing business in essence; it's all about getting to know each other better over time.
If Dugu Bo doesn't budge, how will the people from Sea God Island fall into his trap?
He paused, then sighed, "Brother Sea Horse, you're just too impatient. A few days ago, you came to visit in a hurry, but I hadn't finished my official duties and my mind was in turmoil, so I couldn't think of a solution for you."
"Recently, I inspected the businesses under the sect's name and found you some good jobs."
"What a pity, you've come in such a hurry again; I haven't even had a chance to greet the disciples of my sect."
Upon hearing this, Sea Horse Douluo made his judgment.
It's clear that Dugu Bo intends to win him over. However, due to the obstruction of the sect Elder, he cannot express his opinion for the time being.
Placing them in the sect's business network is likely a way of testing the sect Elder.
Fortunately, no one else knew his thoughts. If Dugu Bo had known, he would have ridiculed him.
Sea Horse Douluo has held a high position on Sea God Island for many years, so he inevitably has an arrogant streak; in other words, he takes himself too seriously!
Dugu Bo's move was merely an attempt to lull him into a false sense of security, thus paving the way for his later plans.
Sea Horse Douluo stood up, bowed respectfully to Dugu Bo, and said with extreme humility, "Brother Dugu, you are so kind and benevolent, I am truly ashamed. If you do not mind, I am willing to serve you like a dog or a horse."
On the surface, Dugu Bo was all smiles, pulling Sea Horse Douluo to sit beside him. The two chatted back and forth, like long-lost brothers rekindling their bond.
The two chatted amiably, and about half an hour later, Dugu Bo called the disciple in charge of business into the reception room and made arrangements in person.
"Yang Ben, why not entrust the transportation of your Medicine Hall's recent batch of medicinal herbs to Sea Horse Douluo? Not only should you not deduct from the transportation fee, you should also raise it. I believe that with Brother Sea Horse handling it, there will be no losses during the journey, and you might even be able to deliver the goods to the owner ahead of schedule."
These matters had all been arranged beforehand. Following the "script," Yang Ben said with a rather troubled expression, "Sect Master, it's not that I doubt your decisions. It's just that the medicinal herbs being transported this time are extraordinary. If there's even the slightest mistake, the quality of the herbs will change."
"If something happens on the way, our losses will be substantial."
Upon hearing this, Sea Horse Douluo immediately boasted that he would use his and several companions' Soul Tool to transport the medicinal herbs, and that they would be delivered to the owner a few days ahead of schedule.
For him, this was a unique way to completely close the distance with Dugu Bo, and he had to hold on to it tightly.
Dugu Bo and Yang Ben put on a show, and in the end, the task of transporting the medicinal herbs fell to Sea Horse Douluo.
As for this batch of medicinal herbs, they were naturally not high-value herbs. Dugu Bo would not easily risk the sect's property. This time, he was both luring Sea Horse Douluo into a trap and testing the other party's character.
If Sea Horse Douluo really embezzled the medicinal herbs, then things will be even easier.
"Alright, Yang Ben, I trust Brother Sea Horse's character. Let's do it this way. I believe that once you've done it once, you'll do it again. As long as Brother Sea Horse can handle it well, the future transportation tasks for the Sea Horse Righteous Unity Sect will be entrusted to you."