Zhi Lin, the Soul Douluo, respectfully bowed to Little Jiu with the same formal salute used when meeting Xue Ye or the Spirit Hall Pope.
In this world, strength reigned supreme!
Moreover, he, the weaker party, had offended the stronger one. Whether Little Jiu said anything or not, judging by Dragon Duke's stance, if he failed to show some tact, Dragon Duke might strike again!
Little Jiu had only been joking with Zhi Lin, and with a wave of his hand, told him to rise.
"This kid really became the Pope? Why do I feel like I'm dreaming?" Flender was utterly stunned.
Not long ago, Little Jiu had seemed like that little bastard who was always swindling him. Yet now, sitting there, he seemed to be enveloped in a radiance called... bargaining power!
Flender immediately made an outrageous demand of Heaven Dou Royal Academy without the slightest restraint!
Meng Shenji and the other two Soul Douluo were covered in black lines. However, out of consideration for Little Jiu and because they did not want to haggle with Flender, they gritted their teeth and accepted.
Still, with Shrek Academy joining them, the championship was within reach. They were not losing out too badly, and both sides were soon quite satisfied.
Just as the atmosphere in the hall turned warm and harmonious, Prince Xue Xing arrived.
"Is Chief Meng Shenji present? Xue Xing has come on business!"
His voice was loud and his tone arrogant. He did not even spare anyone a proper glance, merely issuing orders from on high.
Meng Shenji's expression changed. He exchanged looks with the other two Soul Douluo before rising to welcome him.
Prince Xue Xing wore an incomparably luxurious robe that proclaimed his noble status. He looked vigorous and haughty, clearly a royal who had long