Defense Clan Meeting, Decision

Niu Gao was stunned once again.

He did not understand why Tang Hao had actually broken through to Super Douluo.

Nor did he understand why the prince standing before him knew about this.

"Anyone capable of threatening the empire is a potential enemy of the empire. Naturally, I must keep an eye on them—especially someone as important as Tang Hao."

Dai Mubai spoke calmly, his bearing utterly imposing. "Although Tang Hao was severely injured by Spirit Hall back then, his life was never in danger. He is now wholeheartedly training his son."

"That damned Tang Hao! He actually..."

He was living so well!

Upon hearing that Tang Hao was not only still doing so well, but had even broken through to Super Douluo, Niu Gao felt a surge of resentment.

If they had hated the Clear Sky Sect more before, it was because the Clear Sky Sect had abandoned them, while Tang Hao had already disappeared at the time.

No one knew whether he was dead or alive.

Tai Tan and the others had even worried about Tang Hao.

But now, upon learning that Tang Hao was not only alive but had grown so powerful, they immediately vented all their anger onto Tang Hao.

"Father, he broke through to Super Douluo and still did not come out to say a word. It is obvious that he does not want to stand up for us!"

Niu Ben, standing beside him, was even more indignant.

The clan members Spirit Hall had slaughtered back then had not even had time for their bones to grow cold. They were still watching them from above.

Yet what could they do, no matter how much they resented it?

They were merely the small Defense Clan. Neither the Clear Sky Sect nor Tang Hao was someone they could afford to offend.

Niu Gao felt a profound sense of helplessness, his heart filled with grief and indignation.

And now, an opportunity for revenge lay right before them.

They might be weak, but the Star Luo Empire was not!

If they joined the Star Luo Empire, perhaps they could seek justice for themselves.

Of course, the current Star Luo Empire could not do that. He was referring to after Dai Mubai ascended the throne.

With Dai Mubai's talent, he might even break through to Peerless Douluo. Then the Star Luo Empire would become the continent's number one power, and even Spirit Hall would have to step aside.

The mere Clear Sky Sect would be nothing but insignificant rabble!

Still, Niu Gao hesitated in the end.

Merit in Following the Dragon would certainly make them first-class contributors.

But...

Dead contributors were still contributors, were they not?

Especially since Dai Mubai was currently at a disadvantage. If he failed to grow strong, would that not make all their efforts futile?

Niu Gao was willing to invest in a genius, but he also had to consider the risks.

"Niu Gao, have you made up your mind?"

Growing impatient from waiting, Dai Mubai said, "If you are willing, I can give you a chance to break through to Titled Douluo."

"Do you not want to personally question Tang Hao?"

Dai Mubai naturally had confidence when he said this.

That confidence was the Immortal Herbs.

There were so many Immortal Herbs anyway. Eating more himself would be useless.

Giving some away was naturally nothing he would regret.

Niu Gao himself could also be considered talented.

If he consumed an Immortal Herb, he should still have a chance to break through to Titled Douluo.

Though it was only a chance.

Moreover, there were not many people he could win over with Immortal Herbs.

Titled Douluo all had their own forces, and they were the kind of great powers that even the imperial family had to yield to.

They might not necessarily be won over.

Besides, if he exposed the Immortal Herbs before them with his current strength, he might very well lose his life.

Compared to that, Soul Douluo were absolutely the best choice.

One step further and they would become Titled Douluo, yet they would not put him in danger.

And Niu Gao before him was absolutely worth it.

As the Clan Leader of the Defense Clan, his own strength was not to be underestimated.

His martial soul was also the continent's number one defensive martial soul—the Plated Giant Rhinoceros.

This was absolutely not an undeserved reputation.

"Your Highness... is that true?"

Niu Gao was immediately shocked upon hearing this.

A Titled Douluo—countless people dreamed of reaching such a realm, yet it was something they did not even dare dream about.

He knew that there were rare treasures in the world capable of increasing one's potential, but such treasures were things one could only stumble upon by chance.

Not even the royal family necessarily possessed them, right?

Yet this prince before him could actually promise him one so casually.

He was tempted.

His instincts told him that the other party could not be lying. Dai Mubai had most likely already consumed some rare treasure; otherwise, how could he have cultivated so quickly?

"Of course."

Dai Mubai nodded.

Niu Gao studied Dai Mubai's expression and saw no sign of deception.

Then he thought of Tang Hao.

That line—"Don't you want to question Tang Hao in person?"—had truly struck Niu Gao's heart.

If he, too, could break through to become a Titled Douluo...

"Fine! I am willing to lead the Defense Clan in pledging allegiance to Your Highness!"

After a bout of inner conflict, Niu Gao finally spoke.

"Since that is the case, help persuade the Breaking Clan as well."

Dai Mubai spoke calmly. "What I need them to do is highly confidential. It would be best if they could join us."

"Rest assured, Your Highness. Old Goat hates Tang Hao to the bone."

Niu Gao spoke with absolute certainty. "If he learns that he has a chance to take revenge, he will definitely agree."

"Mm, good. If he is willing to join, I can guarantee his breakthrough to Titled Douluo as well."

"What?"

Niu Gao was shocked once more.

Obtaining even one of those heaven-and-earth treasures was already extraordinarily fortunate, yet the other party was willing to bestow them upon them without the slightest concern.

This...

Was His Highness really that wealthy?

Dai Mubai became incomparably mysterious in his eyes.

He could not help but wonder what kind of inheritance Dai Mubai had obtained. Could he have received a God's Examination?

But no matter what.

He was happy for Yang Wudi. If he could break through to Titled Douluo, Old Goat would surely be overjoyed.

"If that is the case, then I can guarantee that nothing will go wrong!"

Niu Gao declared confidently.

Niu Ben, who stood nearby and watched the scene unfold, was utterly dumbfounded.

He had not expected that his family would just...

Pledge allegiance like this?

However...

The conditions Dai Mubai had promised were truly tempting.

As Su Xiong looked at Dai Mubai, he felt a surge of admiration.

As expected of His Highness. Not only was his talent astonishing, but his methods were formidable as well. With only a few benefits, he had won over two great clans without spending anything.

If someone like him did not become emperor, who would be qualified to do so?

Still, was breaking through to Titled Douluo truly possible?

Su Xiong touched his chest and recalled His Highness's methods. He already had his answer.

It was definitely possible.

His Highness's methods were unfathomable. If he said he could help someone break through to Titled Douluo, then he certainly could.

Although Dai Mubai had not mentioned him, Su Xiong knew that His Highness would not forget him.

When the time came, he too would be able to break through to Titled Douluo.

Just thinking about it made him somewhat excited.

"Your Highness, you may rest in the guest rooms first. We will set out tomorrow."

Niu Gao hurriedly led Dai Mubai and the others into the guest rooms.

After Niu Gao left, Su Xiong waited until no one else was around before finally revealing the astonishment in his eyes.

"Your Highness, that act just now was incredibly convincing! With that tone, I thought you were about to unify the continent."

Su Xiong could not help but praise him.

Dai Mubai smiled at that.

If he really wanted to unify the continent, then...

It was not impossible.

Late at night.

0:00.

The Daily Shop refreshed once more.

Dai Mubai looked at the shop, his expression shifting from delight to slight displeasure.

It had to show up now of all times...

Today's shop not only had a Compendium of Medicinal Herbs, but also a copy of the "Ye Clan Medical Classic."

On Douluo Continent, the surname Ye might not mean much at first glance, but when paired with a medical classic...

That made things interesting.

If nothing unexpected had happened, it had surely been written by someone who possessed the Nine Heart Begonia Martial Soul.

Without a second thought, Dai Mubai bought the Compendium of Medicinal Herbs.

With just a brief glance through it, he found the contents recorded in great detail, including entries on Immortal Herbs.

After thinking it over, Dai Mubai bought the "Ye Clan Medical Classic" as well.

It might prove useful someday.

After all, having more skills never hurt.

However, even though he had already obtained the Compendium of Medicinal Herbs...

He should still go tomorrow.

A figure like Yang Wudi was also worth bringing under his command.

Late at night.

Niu Gao also gathered several elders.

He told them about what had happened that day.

Although this matter was not suitable for public discussion...

His own elders still needed to know about it.

"Clan Leader, I think you did nothing wrong."

These elders also harbored hatred for Tang Hao.

They believed Niu Gao had done nothing wrong.

"Once the Clan Leader breaks through to become a Titled Douluo, we'll go settle things with Tang Hao!"

"This Prince is only 15 Years Old, yet he has already begun keeping watch on Tang Hao. He is truly a monster; he cannot be judged by ordinary standards."

"It seems the Star Luo Empire is about to produce a True Dragon."

"This Prince can actually promise you an opportunity to break through to Titled Douluo... How many Titled Douluo are there on Douluo Continent? Could it be fake?"

Someone voiced his doubts, but everyone's thoughts had already moved elsewhere.

"So what if it is fake?"

"Since this Prince is a peerless genius, we might as well invest in him early. Would there be any shortage of benefits for us in the future? Merit in Following the Dragon has always been a tremendous achievement, no matter the era!"