Huo Yuhao: Aunt Leng, Please Don't Cause Trouble

As expected of the eldest princess of the Star Luo Empire, Xu Jiujiu grew up under the influence of the royal family, and every word and action of hers carries an innate political acumen.

Even when facing an unfathomable and powerful stranger, her mind still worked incredibly fast.

Regardless of how strong this senior is, the fact that Grandma Manyi reacted as if facing a formidable enemy is enough to determine that the opponent's strength is at least at the Titled Douluo level, and far above Manyi's.

With such a powerful figure sitting right in front of her, if she didn't try to win him over, she, as the Princess of the Star Luo Empire, would truly be failing in her duty.

There's no harm in asking, and what if they agree?

Leng Yaozhu didn't have a bad impression of Xu Jiujiu to begin with, and after getting to know her, she found that the princess was generous and proper in her actions, clever in her mind, and not annoying.

She smiled and shook her head, her tone frank. "I have no interest in serving as an honorific for the Star Luo Imperial Family."

"Moreover, this Level-nine Soul Tool wasn't made by me."

She naturally sensed the probing in Xu Jiujiu's words. The princess had deliberately steered the conversation from the Soul Tool at the auction to the Starry Glazed Orb, and then casually threw the topic back to her.

She simply wanted to confirm whether her teacher, Huo Yuhao, was the same Soul Engineer who created this powerful Level-nine Soul Tool.

Xu Jiujiu did indeed harbor such thoughts, after all, Huo Yuhao had previously stated that all his knowledge of Soul Tool came from his teacher.

If Leng Yaozhu is indeed that Soul Engineer, then she is not only a powerful Soul Master, but also a Level-nine Soul Engineer capable of rivaling the Mingde Hall of the Sun Moon Empire. Such a talent would be of immeasurable value to the Star Luo Empire.

Before the fleeting surprise in Xu Jiujiu's eyes could fully surface, Leng Yaozhu added unhurriedly, "Yuhao doesn't only have me as a teacher."

Xu Jiujiu slightly parted her red lips, her bright eyes blinking, clearly quite shocked by the news.

Huo Yuhao took in Xu Jiujiu's changing expressions and felt that the time was right.

So he stood up and said solemnly, "Princess Jiujiu Jiu, I forgot to introduce you in detail earlier. The one who taught me about Soul Tool was actually another teacher of mine, Level-nine Soul Engineer, a level ninety-five Super Douluo, and the titled Illusion Brain."

Upon hearing this, Xu Jiujiu's pupils Xu Jiujiu contracted.

Level-nine Soul Engineer and a level ninety-five Super Douluo —either one title would be enough to shake a region, let alone the combination of both in one person.

Before she could process this information, Huo Yuhao had already turned to the side and solemnly gestured towards Leng Yaozhu: "And this is my teacher who taught me martial soul cultivation. She comes from a reclusive family, Level 99 Limit Douluo, and is titled Heavenly Phoenix."

Upon hearing this, Manyi, who was standing behind Xu Jiujiu, suddenly changed her expression.

Although she had sensed that Leng Yaozhu's aura was unfathomable, she never dared to guess at that level.

A cold sweat broke out on Manyi's back instantly, and she secretly felt lucky.

Fortunately, he didn't actually make a move, otherwise he probably wouldn't have been able to withstand even one of the opponent's attacks.

Huo Yuhao and Leng Yaozhu came to Star Luo City specifically to demonstrate their strength.

Therefore, Huo Yuhao revealed Leng Yaozhu's true cultivation level without any hesitation, and the effect was indeed quite good.

Across from them, Xu Jiujiu and Manyi visibly stiffened, and then their faces simultaneously showed an undisguised look of shock.

Both of them were of extraordinary status and position, and normally very few things could shock them so much.

But what exactly does the Limit Douluo mean?

That is the existence at the very top of the entire continent, an unparalleled powerhouse who may only appear once every hundred years, a peak combat force capable of taking on an entire nation single-handedly.

Therefore, it's perfectly normal for the two of them to show such shocked expressions upon hearing that Leng Yaozhu was actually a Limit Douluo.

Xu Jiujiu and Manyi's gazes returned to Leng Yaozhu, but this time, their eyes were completely different from before.

All previous emotions were replaced by a single emotion at this moment: awe.

Xu Jiujiu was noticeably more reserved. She bowed respectfully to Leng Yaozhu once again, her tone filled with utmost solemnity. "Your Excellency Sky Phoenix is actually Limit Douluo. I was quite impolite just Jiujiu."

Leng Yaozhu waved her hand dismissively, her expression remaining as easygoing and indifferent as before.

She's not here to put on airs or intimidate anyone. Demonstrating strength is one thing, but scaring her partners into silence is quite another.

She smiled and said in a relaxed tone, "Sit down, don't be so nervous. I just happened to be passing by. Just do as you normally would."

Xu Jiujiu, she sat down again as instructed, but her posture was completely different from before.

She had been leaning back on the sofa with elegance and composure, her whole being relaxed and at ease.

Now, however, he only had one buttock touching the edge of the sofa, his body slightly leaning forward, his hands folded on his knees, in a posture of listening attentively.

Manyi remained standing behind Xu Jiujiu, her back ramrod straight, her hands hanging at her sides, her posture even more respectful than before.

Her gaze toward Leng Yaozhu held not only awe, but also a complex and indescribable envy.

In her youth, Manyi was a renowned genius with Innate Full Soul Power. She embarked on the path of cultivation with great ambition, aiming to become the Limit Douluo.

But as time went by, reality extinguished her ambitions like buckets of cold water, and every step after becoming Titled Douluo became extremely difficult.

After being stuck at this level for decades without making any progress, she finally realized that the goal was not an unattainable star for her, but Phantom that could never be touched.

Now, seeing a living, Limit Douluo standing before her, she was filled with mixed emotions—respect, envy, and a touch of bitterness that she couldn't quite put her finger on.

Seeing the still reserved expressions of the two people opposite her, Leng Yaozhu chuckled inwardly and said, "The Spirit Pagoda was founded by Yuhao, and we elders will not interfere excessively."

"However, if you need anything during your cooperation with the Star Luo Imperial Family, you can always ask them for help."

"We will not stand idly by and offer any assistance we can."

These words were spoken casually, yet they carried immense weight.

The first part of the sentence indicates that the Spirit Pagoda is Huo Yuhao's property and will not be subject to change due to interference from elders.

The second half of the sentence reassured the Star Luo Imperial Family, as Huo Yuhao was in charge of the Spirit Pagoda, but the power behind him was always there.

Xu Jiujiu, her tone becoming even more solemn than before. "Your Majesty, rest assured, our cooperation with Young Master has always been smooth, and I believe it will be even smoother in the future."

When she said this, she was secretly sighing in her heart.

Before tonight, the relationship between the Star Luo Imperial Family and Huo Yuhao was less of a collaboration and more of a promising investment.

Huo Yuhao's talent is indeed exceptional, and the idea of Spirit Pagoda is indeed novel, but he is ultimately just a fourteen-year-old boy. With such a partner, the Star Luo Imperial Family naturally stands on the stronger side.

But after seeing Leng Yaozhu today, everything changed.

The significance of this collaboration has been redefined, and the positions of both parties have quietly shifted.

Even if Huo Yuhao were standing here alone, the Star Luo Imperial Family would never dare to show the slightest disrespect.

Because behind him stood a Limit Douluo.

Moreover, Huo Yuhao just mentioned that he has another teacher, Level-nine Soul Engineer at level 95.

Moreover, a hidden force capable of cultivating Limit Douluo must possess unimaginable resources and a vast number of powerful individuals. No matter how arrogant the Star Luo Imperial Family is, they must still take it very seriously.

Looking at Xu Jiujiu's respectful yet proper demeanor, Leng Yaozhu became even more satisfied with this well-mannered princess.

She suddenly changed the subject, smiling as she said, "Now that you and Yuhao are in a business relationship, there's no need to be so polite with ' Young Master.' Just call him Yuhao; it sounds more friendly."

Xu Jiujiu was slightly taken aback upon hearing this, and for a moment she didn't quite understand the meaning behind Leng Yaozhu's words.

Was this just a casual, polite remark from an elder, or was it a deeper, more suggestive remark?

She didn't have time to ponder it carefully, but since the Limit Douluo had spoken, she couldn't refuse.

So she turned her head and looked at Huo Yuhao openly, a slight smile on her lips, her tone carrying just the right amount of playfulness. "Then... Yuhao, will I call you that from now on?"

Huo Yuhao maintained a polite smile on his face, but secretly sent a quick telepathic message to Leng Yaozhu, his tone full of helplessness. "Aunt Leng, please don't do anything rash."