Tang Wuling and Gu Yuena's Epic Reconciliation

"As expected... I knew the finals wouldn't be that easy."

Upon arriving on the arena, Gu Yuena looked at Qi Ji, her purple eyes revealing a knowing look that suggested she had already anticipated this.

Although she didn't know exactly when Qi Ji would make his move, judging from his mysterious behavior these past few days, she had a feeling that he wouldn't just be a quiet spectator.

"After all, I can't really watch you guys fight to the death." Qi Ji put his hands in his pockets, shrugged, and spoke as casually as if he were talking about a trivial matter.

"Let me play the villain for a bit, it'll add some weight to your final match."

Of course, that wasn't the only reason he gave. His real purpose also included wanting to use this "dual protagonist combination," which was even more powerful than the original story, to test his own abilities.

After all, being stronger than everyone else in the Douluo Continent is just a false strength—only being stronger than the protagonist is true strength.

Tang Wuling and Gu Yuena, one the successor of the Golden Dragon King and the other the Silver Dragon King herself, together are far more valuable than ordinary Soul Master opponents.

"But do we really have to cooperate with her?" Tang Wuling glanced at Gu Yuena, her expression full of awkwardness and reluctance.

Even on the arena, the mutual dislike between her and Gu Yuena hadn't dissipated; in fact, it became even more complicated because they were forced to join forces.

"Wuling, you're still young, you might not understand." Qi Ji looked at Tang Wuling, his tone softening slightly, with a rare seriousness in his voice.

"But I can guarantee that even if you hate her now, you have to admit—in the future, only people like us can become true companions. The path of someone walking at the forefront is very lonely."

He paused, his gaze shifting from Tang Wuling to Gu Yuena, then back again. "Sometimes, being aloof isn't what the person wants; it's just that they can't find anyone to talk to. Humans are, after all, social beings. Even if you're a god, you still need people who can stand at your level."

Given Tang Wuling's current age, it's entirely possible that her dislike for Gu Yuena, coupled with their relationship as rivals, would lead her to genuinely dislike Gu Yuena.

But who can say for sure what the future holds?

Everyone grows up, and as people grow up, they must learn to reconcile with the past and let go of those childish prejudices.

Qi Ji's words were meant for Tang Wuling, but also to give Gu Yuena a way out.

"Tsk... I understand." Tang Wuling pursed her lips, but finally nodded.

She always listened to Qi Ji, almost treating him as her external brain.

Therefore, she would listen carefully to whatever Qi Ji said, and even if she was somewhat unwilling, she would try her best to accept it.

Although Qi Ji was speaking to Tang Wuling, Gu Yuena couldn't help but start thinking about it as well.

To be honest, she no longer cared whether Tang Wuling was a thief who stole the Golden Dragon King's power or the reincarnation of the Golden Dragon King —none of that mattered anymore.

She only cared about one thing: Qi Ji.

As the reincarnation of the Dragon Clan's recognized crown prince, in an era where the Dragon God has fallen, if the crown prince can become the new Dragon God, he will surely lead the dragon Dragon Clan to revival.

As for whether she should seize the Golden Dragon King's bloodline and become a complete Dragon God, Gu Yuena did not want to do so.

There can be no two suns in the sky, nor two rulers in a country.

As long as the Dragon God lives, the Crown Prince will remain the Crown Prince.

Just like before, the Dragon God planned to leave enough resources and foundation for the Crown Prince after advancing the Divine Realm, and then end his own life to find a wife.

However, the result was the tragedy of the prince sacrificing himself to protect the Dragon God —a situation even worse than the Dragon God suddenly dying, because even if the Dragon God suddenly died, there might be some internal strife within the Dragon Clan, but with the prince's bloodline and loyal old subordinates like the Light Dragon King, the Dragon Clan would not completely decline.

While this could still lead to the rise of human deities, at least the Dragon Clan wouldn't be what it is today.

But the prince's death drove the Dragon God mad, causing the entire Dragon Clan to perish with him.

Unfortunately, there are no "what ifs".

Therefore, if the reappearance of the Dragon God doesn't necessarily bring benefits to Qi Ji, Gu Yuena is willing to be the Silver Dragon King for life.

She doesn't need to become the Dragon God; she only needs to stand beside Qi Ji and watch this child walk to the place she once longed for.

Therefore, Qi Ji must get along well with this "Golden Dragon King" who will definitely help him—even though she currently seems to be just an immature little girl.

If Qi Ji becomes the Dragon God in the future, the Golden Silver Dragon King will inevitably be Qi Ji right-hand men, and the conflict between them will have to be resolved sooner or later.

"Let's cooperate... Tang Wuling." Gu Yuena turned her head, looked at Tang Wuling, and extended her hand.

"Alright..." Tang Wuling nodded awkwardly, glanced at Gu Yuena's outstretched hand, hesitated for a moment, and finally reached out and lightly patted Gu Yuena's palm. "Just don't hold me back."

"Why do you like reversing the Heavenly Ranks so much?" Gu Yuena's lips curled slightly, a rare smile playing on her lips. "Shouldn't I be the one saying that?"

The two briefly shook hands on the ring, then simultaneously released each other, each taking half a step back, and stood side by side.

Although there was still a fist's distance between them, the atmosphere of "we're on the same side" was already very clearly conveyed.

The stands erupted in chaos.

"My God! What are we seeing?!"

The announcer's voice was filled with barely suppressed excitement; it was almost a shout.

"The Golden Dragon Princess and the Silver Dragon Princess, who have always been enemies, have actually chosen to shake hands and make peace! Is this the oppressive power of the Federation's number one genius? It has actually forced these two sworn enemies to join forces against each other! The level of competition in this final has instantly been raised to an unprecedented height!"

The cheers from the audience grew louder and louder, everyone's enthusiasm was ignited by this scene. What was originally expected to be a "duel of two dragons" turned into a "two against one" drama, and the opponent was none other than the Seven-Colored Dragon Emperor who had swept Shrek seven times in the exhibition match - this reversal was more exciting than any script.

Qi Ji stood on the opposite side of the arena, watching the two standing side by side, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his golden dragon eyes.

A slight smile played on his lips, and his fighting spirit began to rise little by little.

"Come on—" He opened his arms slightly, as if welcoming a long-awaited feast, "Let me enjoy myself even more!"