Niu Gao still could not confirm whether this young nobleman before him was truly Xue Qinghe, the Crown Prince of the Heavenly Dou Empire.
However, judging by the Titled Douluo-level expert accompanying him, it was probably genuine.
Niu Gao also knew that Tang Hao had died in the great battle of the Heavenly Dou Palace Coup.
He had also heard some rumors that Xue Qinghe had seized control of the Heavenly Dou Empire with Spirit Hall's support.
Although Niu Gao hated the Clear Sky Sect, he had no desire to associate himself with Spirit Hall.
Even if the man before him truly was Xue Qinghe, he would not serve the Heavenly Dou Empire.
After pondering for a moment, Niu Gao said in a deep voice:
"My apologies, but I am already advanced in years. The journey from Dragon Rising City to Heaven Dou City is simply too much for me. I would rather forgo this money. The three of you should return."
"Even knowing my true identity, you still refuse to serve me?"
"Whether you are Xue Qinghe or not has nothing to do with me. I am now a man of the Star Luo Empire and cannot serve you."
Seeing how resolute Niu Gao was, Qian Renxue's expression changed.
"So what if you belong to the Star Luo Empire? Before long, the Star Luo Empire will become my territory as well! When that time comes, do you think you can escape?!"
"Even if you are Xue Qinghe, you want to annex the Star Luo Empire before even ascending the throne? What arrogance!"
Niu Gao had endured until now only because he was wary of Xue Qinghe's identity.
But Qian Renxue's threat angered him.
"You refuse a toast only to drink a forfeit! I have spared you until now only