Returning a Favor?

"Go on, Wulin. For the future of the Tang Sect and Shrek, go have an earth-shattering romance with him."

Tang San's Divine Sense echoed through the Spirit Sea, his words carrying an unquestionable resolve.

To cut their losses in time—no, for the future of the entire Douluo Continent, he had to direct this "daughter" of his toward the most "correct" choice.

Tang Wulin froze at his words, her eyes filled with disbelief. "Huh???"

What kind of logic was that? Falling in love? Though various twists of fate had turned her into a woman, the pride and resolve in her bones had never changed. No matter what, she would not stoop to approaching someone this way merely to achieve her goals.

An indescribable mix of shock and resistance surged through her. Tang Wulin's voice even trembled slightly. "Father, what... what are you saying? Fusheng and I are friends. How can I use him like this?"

"Besides, rebuilding Shrek and clearing the Tang Sect's name are obstacles we should overcome with our own strength. How can we pin our hopes on some illusory romance?"

Tang San's Divine Sense seemed to have expected this reaction. His tone remained calm, though it carried a little more unquestionable force. "Wuling, you are too naïve. Those who accomplish great things do not fuss over trifles. The Tang Sect and Shrek are at a critical juncture of life and death. What does a small sacrifice amount to?"

"Nan Fusheng carries the continent's fortune and is also a core Federation official. Binding yourself to him would not only bring you tangible aid in the form of military funds, resources, and favorable policies, but also use his fortune to resolve this imminent catastrophe."

"You already have a history with him, so being together would come more naturally to you