Tang Hao's Show-Off Fails!

"The Dragon God's mistake was that he was too impatient."

"He was eager for the Divine Dragon Domain to reach the heavens in a single bound, forcibly assaulting the God Star and defying the laws of the universe. It wasn't that he wasn't strong enough; it was that no existence can skip the stages that must be traversed."

"Under the interference of universal laws, the Time Dragon King and the Space Dragon King rebelled, the grand ceremony was destroyed, and the crown prince fell. With his confidants betraying him and his son killed in battle, the Dragon God completely lost control."

"The Great War of the God Realm erupted, and both sides suffered horrific casualties. Only when the battle reached its end did the Dragon God regain his senses. Seeking death, he allowed the Asura God to cleave him in two, splitting him into you and the Golden Dragon King."

"His failure wasn't due to a lack of strength, but because he forcibly defied the laws of the universe."

Gu Yuena's body trembled slightly. "What makes you think you won't repeat his mistakes? The laws of the universe are not something just anyone can touch."

"Because the path I am taking is completely different from the one the Dragon God took."

"The Dragon God wanted to force a breakthrough, but what I want is the combined power of humans and Soul Beasts on this planet, progressing step by step. It starts slowly, but only by securing a firm foundation can we take the next step."

"The decree that Soul Beasts cannot become gods was issued by the Dragon God himself after he regained his clarity. Only by letting Soul Beasts fade from the sight of the God Realm could they avoid being completely wiped out by the God Realm Committee. He wasn't preventing you from becoming gods; he was buying you time to survive."

Gu Yuena stood frozen in place.

She had hated the God Realm for tens of thousands of years, yet in the end, this path that blocked countless Soul Beasts—it was actually set by the Dragon God himself. It was a form of protection.

"The Dragon God used his own life to buy you tens of thousands of years, yet what have you done with that time? You carved up territory and tore at each other, a scattered mess. What he wanted was for you to unify the clans, accumulate strength, and return to the God Realm with dignity when the time was ripe."

Gu Yuena closed her eyes and took a deep breath. When she opened them again, a resolve never seen before flashed in her pupils. "What do you want me to do?"

"Do as I said before. Incorporate the Soul Beasts, integrate resources, and forbid internal strife. You unify the Soul Beasts, and I will unify the humans. Once both sides are integrated, the power of this planet will no longer be wasted on internal friction, but will instead be exerted outward. At that time, the Life Ancient Tree will be born naturally. There will be no need to forcibly challenge the laws of the universe—when all living beings push in the same direction, the laws of the universe will yield on their own."

"Also, keep these matters discreet. Don't forget, there are still some old fellows up there watching."

Gu Yuena said one word: "Fine."

Emperor Heaven and Zi Ji had already departed. Shortly after, she left with the other Imperial Auspicious Beast.

"Bad guy, are you really going to unify the human side?"

"That would mean taking down the Two Great Empires."

Liu Erlong crossed her arms, looking toward the direction where the Silver Dragon King had left, and questioned Jiang Ce.

Everyone had heard the conversation between Jiang Ce and the Silver Dragon King. It had completely reshaped their worldview; they never expected to hear so many secrets. They were even more shocked that Jiang Ce's ambition was so grand that he intended to control the entire world, even offering strategies to the Silver Dragon King and her kind to help them unify.

If things were unified in such a way, it would become difficult for humans to find Soul Beasts over fifty thousand years old. According to what Jiang Ce said, all Soul Beasts over fifty thousand years old would be conscripted, unified, and incorporated. That would leave only those under fifty thousand years old. How, then, would humans obtain high-level Soul Rings?

"What you are thinking about is part of another plan." Jiang Ce chuckled.

"Since we are going to eliminate internal friction and prevent the loss of high-level combat power among Soul Beasts, we must also ensure that the human side can continue to grow."

"Naturally, that will require an entirely new platform. However, it is still too early to talk about that."

"Let's go, it's time to begin our plan."

Liu Erlong and the other two nodded.

The Imperial Auspicious Beast's eyes sparkled, her admiration for Jiang Ce growing even deeper.

She truly hadn't expected him to be able to persuade the Silver Dragon King like that, let alone possess such a grand goal and ideal.

But the most important thing now was that she could finally go to the human world and see it for herself.

It was simply too wonderful.

At dusk, outside the Star Dou Great Forest.

A small town was bustling with people.

After all, this place was already close to the outer perimeter of the Star Dou Great Forest.

Many spirit masters came here to enter the forest to hunt for Soul Rings or search for medicinal herbs and ores.

It served as a transit point, allowing spirit masters to rest their feet and reorganize their packs.

As the sky grew dark, Liu Erlong and her group also planned to rest here for the night.

When three beautiful women appeared in this remote place, they immediately attracted everyone's attention, though the sharp, murderous aura they carried made many unable to look them in the eye.

"Give us a room, a private booth, a serving of all the delicacies, and three portions of every signature dish per person."

Liu Erlong walked into the largest hotel and slapped a small pouch of Gold Soul Coins onto the receptionist's desk.

The receptionist was stunned.

Every dish on the menu, and three portions of each signature dish per person—that meant nine portions of the signature dishes alone?

Could these beautiful, slender young women really eat that much?

"Hey, snap out of it."

Seeing the receptionist dazed, Liu Erlong tapped the table, finally bringing him back to his senses.

The receptionist hurriedly nodded and bowed. "Guests, your room is number seven on the third floor, and your booth is number nine. However, our shop only has one portion of our signature dish, the Heavenly Chosen Spirit Root, left. I will add other signature dishes for you instead; would that be acceptable?"

Liu Erlong nodded. "Fine."

She was just about to turn toward the booth.

"Wait a moment."

A rough voice exploded at the entrance.

"I want that Heavenly Chosen Spirit Root."

Tang Yuehua's body shuddered violently when she heard that familiar voice.

She turned around instinctively, but then she heard something that made her pause and look toward the newcomer.

She then pretended to pull a small mask from her bosom and quickly put it on.

The waiter found it strange; why had this young lady suddenly put on a mask?

Before he could speak, two heavy sets of footsteps approached.

Two burly figures appeared before the counter.

Naturally, it was Tang Hao and Tang Xiao, who hadn't been out traveling and training for long.

As soon as the two entered, their gazes swept across the room, finally landing on Liu Erlong.

"Give me a private booth, serve some signature dishes, and bring the Heaven Snow Spirit Soup as well."

Tang Hao spoke to the waiter, but his eyes were fixed on Liu Erlong, clearly intending for her to hear him.

Those who acted with arrogance never cared for the thoughts of others.

The waiter regained his composure and hurriedly tried to smooth things over with a smile. "Sir, these guests were here first..."

"Are you trying to cause trouble on purpose?"

Liu Erlong turned her head, glared at Tang Hao's rugged face, and snapped.

Someone actually wanted to snatch her things?

You must be tired of living.

Did he really think she, Liu Erlong, was made of clay?

"You lot can eat something else; I'm taking that Heavenly Chosen Spirit Root."

Tang Hao remained calm and collected, not sparing her another glance.

Liu Erlong clenched her fists, her knuckles cracking audibly. "Go eat sh*t!"

She raised her fist, ready to smash it into the guy's face to see if his skin was thick enough to withstand her blow.

"I am very grateful for your hospitality, but it is quite obvious that those young ladies ordered that dish first."

Just as Liu Erlong was about to make a move, a gentle voice drifted over.

Everyone's gaze fell upon the young woman with blue clothes and blue hair.

The young woman had long blue hair, bright and gentle eyes, and wore a blue-gold dress that accentuated her proud figure.

At this moment, she looked at what Tang Hao and Tang Xiao had just done, her brows knitting slightly.

She had stopped in this small town today and encountered these two persistent men.

If not for the kindness they had shown earlier by helping others, she would never have accepted their invitation to a meal.

But now, it seemed as if they had been putting on an act just for her.

"A-Yin, don't worry about it. This is my intention, and I promise to let you taste the Heaven Snow Spirit Soup."

Tang Hao turned around immediately, his old face crinkling like a chrysanthemum, his voice dropping a few octaves—a stark contrast to the overbearing attitude he had just shown toward Liu Erlong.

A-Yin shook her head and offered Liu Erlong an apologetic smile.

"Young lady, I'm sorry. They are too impulsive. I apologize to you; we can just eat something else."

A-Yin's impression of Tang Hao and Tang Xiao had already dropped significantly.

She planned to leave as soon as this meal was finished.

Liu Erlong stared at A-Yin for two seconds, then glanced at Tang Hao and Tang Xiao.

"Two big brutes, yet neither of you has as much sense as a young woman."

She sneered, her anger subsiding by more than half.

Tang Hao's expression darkened: "What did you say?"

Tang Xiao also furrowed his brows: "Young lady, watch your words. Don't bring trouble upon yourself."

Liu Erlong had originally intended to take a step back because of A-Yin, but upon hearing this, her eyes widened.

"What of it? Come on then!"

Before the words had even faded—

Bang!

Liu Erlong slammed a fist into Tang Hao's face.

His burly frame went flying backward, tumbling through the air.

"You!"

Tang Xiao was shocked and furious.

"You're courting death!"