Xu Zhao: Elite Competition? Won't You Explode if I Participate? Kong Xuan, Ao Hongchen! Yin Chen, Yin Hong!

Xu Zhao calculated in his mind.

However, the Defense Clan was currently living in seclusion in Longxing City of the Star Luo Empire.

Located in the northern part of the Star Luo Empire, it was a long distance from Linhai City and situated deep within the territory of a hostile power.

If he were to send someone to invite them, given the temper of that stubborn old bull Niu Gao.

Coupled with the fact that the Great Ming Empire had just slapped the Star Luo royal family in the face, the other party would likely tear up the letter without even reading it.

It seems I will have to make the trip myself.

A flash of brilliance crossed Xu Zhao's eyes.

As it happened, the Great Ming Empire had just been established, and the situation had already stabilized.

Externally, the Star Luo Empire was wary of the disparity in strength and dared not act rashly.

Their massive armies were gathered at the border, yet they dared not take a single step across the line.

Internally, following a series of swift, decisive measures and policies benefiting the people, the hearts of the citizens in Linhai City and the various provinces of the empire had been completely won over.

Leaving for a period of time at this juncture would not affect the overall situation.

"Someone come."

Xu Zhao spoke indifferently.

"Present!"

"Go report to the Emperor. Tell him that I have grown restless from the quiet and intend to travel incognito to tour the magnificent landscapes of the Douluo Continent."

That night, inside the Diligence Hall.

"You want to go to the northern part of the Star Luo Empire?"

After hearing Xu Zhao's plan, Xu Yu frowned, looking somewhat worried.

"Zhao'er, we are currently at daggers drawn with the Star Luo Empire.

The Star Luo Empire itself is not a concern.

But what if Martial Soul Hall...

As the Crown Prince, is it not too risky for you to venture deep into enemy territory alone?"

"Rest assured, Father."

Xu Zhao smiled confidently, a powerful sense of self-assurance radiating from him.

"I will not be alone.

Moreover, with my current strength, even if Golden Crocodile were to arrive in person, I could easily defeat him.

As long as Qian Daoliu does not come himself, no one can stop me if I wish to leave."

"Furthermore, the Defense Clan is crucial to the construction of our new capital.

Niu Gao is a man of straightforward and irritable character, and he harbors an extreme hatred for the Clear Sky Sect. As long as it is handled properly, bringing him into our fold will not be difficult."

Xu Zhao's true purpose was to go and claim his opportunities.

Taking in the Defense Clan along the way would be a nice bonus.

If Qian Daoliu were truly waiting to ambush him at the Defense Clan, Xu Zhao could simply run away.

Although that was impossible.

Xu Zhao paused and casually made up an excuse.

"Besides, this trip is not just for the sake of the Defense Clan."

"If the Great Ming wishes to truly rule this continent, relying solely on military conquest is not enough.

We also need to understand the local customs and the intricate complexities of the various factions."

"Reading ten thousand books is not as good as traveling ten thousand miles.

I have yet to truly experience the wonders of this Douluo Continent."

Looking at his son's eyes, which were filled with wisdom and ambition, Xu Yu was silent for a moment before finally smoothing his brow and laughing heartily.

"Good!

You are indeed my son, Xu Yu, full of courage!"

"Since your mind is made up, your father will no longer stand in your way."

Xu Yu waved his hand.

"However, for the sake of safety, you must take someone from the Elder Hall with you."

"That goes without saying."

Xu Zhao smiled slightly.

He already had a candidate in mind.

This journey was not only for recruiting talent, but also the first formal "debut" of the Great Ming Empire crown prince on the stage of the Douluo Continent.

Since it was a debut, the spectacle and strength displayed naturally had to be enough to deter any petty troublemakers.

"Defense Clan... Niu Gao..."

Xu Zhao looked toward the north, a playful arc curling at the corner of his mouth:

"I hope you do not disappoint me."

"Father, wait a moment."

Just as Xu Yu was preparing to draft the decree to arrange Xu Zhao's departure, Xu Zhao seemed to think of something else and suddenly called out to stop him.

"What is it? Is there something else?"

Xu Yu put down his brush and looked at his son with some confusion.

Xu Zhao walked over to the sand table.

His gaze landed on the location of Martial Soul City.

He said softly:

"Father, my journey is indeed for recruiting talent, but that is slow and meticulous work after all.

If we want the prestige of the Great Ming Empire to resound across the continent in a short time, and force all factions to face our existence, there is a more direct and effective way."

"Oh?"

Xu Yu became interested, his body leaning forward slightly:

"Let's hear it."

Xu Zhao pointed his finger at Martial Soul City on the sand table, a confident arc appearing on his lips:

"The Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament."

"The qualifying rounds of the tournament have just ended, and the major teams are preparing to head to Martial Soul City for the final round.

This is a grand event for the soul master world of the entire continent that happens once every five years.

Whether it is the two great empires, Martial Soul Hall, or the major sects, all eyes will be focused there."

Having said this, Xu Zhao turned around, his eyes burning as he looked at Xu Yu:

"Father, if we can assemble a team belonging to the Great Ming Empire, and on the stage of the finals, in front of the whole world, defeat the Golden Generation that Martial Soul Hall is so proud of with overwhelming force, stepping on the heads of the geniuses from the two great empires to lift the championship trophy..."

"At that moment, the prestige of the Great Ming Empire will instantly reach its peak!

We will no longer be the 'pirate force occupying Linhai City' in the mouths of others.

Instead, we will be a powerful empire that truly possesses the foundation to suppress the current generation and sweep away all opposition!"

"This is more persuasive than any diplomatic rhetoric."

After listening to Xu Zhao's analysis, Xu Yu's eyes lit up instantly.

He slapped his thigh hard and exclaimed in admiration:

"Brilliant! Simply brilliant!"

"How did I not think of this!

This is indeed a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!"

Xu Yu stood up and paced back and forth in the great hall, the more he thought about it, the more he felt this plan was feasible:

"Martial Soul Hall has always boasted of being the holy land for soul masters; if their Golden Generation is defeated by our hands, Bibi Dong's expression will surely be quite spectacular!

Moreover, this will also greatly boost the morale of our Great Ming citizens!"

However, Xu Yu then hesitated slightly:

"It's just that...

Now that the preliminary and qualifying rounds have ended, is it a bit too late for us to intervene?

Will Martial Soul Hall agree to let us participate?"

"Late?"

Xu Zhao sneered, his tone incomparably overbearing:

"Rules are set by the strong."

"The strength we have previously displayed before the two great empires and Martial Soul Hall is the best admission ticket.

Furthermore, with the strength we have shown, if Martial Soul Hall dares not let us participate, it would mean they are afraid!

If that message gets out, the blow to their reputation will be even greater."

"They will not only agree, but in order to demonstrate their 'magnanimity' and 'confidence,' they will even take the initiative to send us an invitation."

Xu Yu heard this and burst into hearty laughter:

"Good!

Since my son has such confidence, then I shall indulge this madness with you!"

"Leave the matter of forming the team to me!"

A sharp glint flashed in Xu Yu's eyes as he made the decision on the spot:

"I shall issue the order immediately to conduct a carpet search throughout the entire army and the newly seized Linhai City!"

"Any young spirit master under the age of twenty-five with a spirit power reaching level thirty-five or higher, find them all for me!"