A Three-Way Alliance, Each with Their Own Agenda

After a brief silence, Qiangu Dongfeng was the first to speak, breaking the deadlock.

His tone was grave as he went straight to the point. "I won't waste words. After today's visit, everyone has seen the situation clearly."

"Zhong Shenxiu and Doulong Technology have already surpassed the understanding of every force on the continent. They have twelve Limit Douluo stationed there, and Zhong Shenxiu himself is unfathomable. In a one-on-one fight, none of us can withstand him."

"If we want to survive and preserve our respective foundations, the only way forward is to join forces."

Long Yeyue kept a cold expression and nodded slightly without objection.

Chen Xinjie nodded as well, echoing his view.

At this point, the three of them were completely aligned, without any disagreement.

But the moment they agreed to join forces, a new problem immediately surfaced.

Before benefits, there were no eternal allies—only eternal calculations.

Qiangu Dongfeng swept his gaze over the other two, his tone carrying a hint of forcefulness. "Since we are forming an alliance against Doulong Technology, there must be a central leader to coordinate the deployment of forces, manage resources, and formulate strategies."

"The Spirit Pagoda controls the entire continent's Soul Spirit system. Our connections, resources, and intelligence cover the entire Douluo Plane. It could not be more appropriate for the Spirit Pagoda to lead this alliance."

The moment he said that, Long Yeyue exploded. Trying to seize authority right in front of her was nothing but wishful thinking.

Her gaze turned cold as she confronted him head-on, giving him no face at all. "The Spirit Pagoda leading? Qiangu Dongfeng, you must not have woken up yet."

"In terms of millennia of foundation, Shrek has always surpassed the Spirit Pagoda. In terms of influence across the continent, half the soul masters in