In the Speed Clan's courtyard, the patriarchs of the four clans had gathered in one place.
Titan and Bai He had only just joined Nine Nether Hall. Though they were still somewhat unused to it, since they had already made their choice, they would not hesitate any longer.
This was the backbone of the four great clans. Either they did not agree, or once they agreed, they would never go back on it.
Dugu Bo sat in the main seat, his Dark Golden Dragon Eyes sweeping over the four people present.
Yang Wudi, Niu Gao, Titan, Bai He—the four clan patriarchs, four Soul Douluo, each with their own specialties.
This was the core team he currently had in hand.
"Since all four clans have already joined Nine Nether Hall, there are some things this old man should make clear."
Dugu Bo spoke. His voice was not loud, but it carried a weight that allowed no doubt.
"For now, Nine Nether Hall will not appear openly. To the outside world, you will still be independent clans with no connection whatsoever to Nine Nether Hall."
The four of them froze at the same time.
Not appear openly? Then what was the point of them joining Nine Nether Hall?
"Hall Master, you mean..."
Yang Wudi could not help asking.
"Stockpile grain widely, delay proclaiming kingship."
Dugu Bo looked at the four of them.
"Nine Nether Hall is not strong enough yet. Although this old man is already a rank ninety-six Super Douluo, Spirit Hall has two Peerless Douluo, Bibi Dong and Qian Daoliu, holding it down, as well as dozens of Titled Douluo. If Nine Nether Hall appears openly now, it will only become Spirit Hall's target."
He paused, then continued, "What this old man wants is for Nine Nether Hall to grow