The Future Flame Eagle Douluo Was Lured Away

Seeing that no one spoke, Yang Xiu addressed the people from Spirit Hall. "May I ask what brings Spirit Hall here?" Chrysanthemum Douluo's affected voice rang out.

"Hehe, Sect Master Yang, we're only here to have a look. Nothing else." Spirit Hall already had a dozen or so people among that group of disciples, and two of the Soul Saints belonged to Spirit Hall as well. There was nothing for him to do; gathering intelligence was naturally their task.

Chrysanthemum Douluo's words gave Yang Xiu goosebumps all over. He genuinely felt the urge to hit someone. Then he glanced at Ghost Douluo beside him and recalled how close the two were. He wondered whether they were... that sort of couple. At the thought, Yang Xiu's scalp tingled. Your circle is a bit of a mess.

"Good, as long as there's nothing else." Yang Xiu did not want to talk to him. He was afraid he might start thinking about killing him right here, though he was not yet prepared to go to war with Spirit Hall. Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo were only level 93 at present; killing them would be easy. Yang Xiu's current strength was no worse than either of theirs individually, but he could not do it openly. As for where to bury them, I'll have to think about that. Maybe Titled Douluos make better fertilizer. Chrysanthemum Douluo had no idea that a single remark from him had already made someone start considering where to bury him.

Yang Xiu surveyed the people below. Suddenly, someone caught his attention. She stood with Spirit Hall's contingent, beside Chrysanthemum Douluo.

Name: Yu Yan (I made the name up at random; I don't know what her actual name is either)

Soul power: Level 89, yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black, black

Martial soul: Flame Eagle

Innate soul power: Level 10

Loyalty: 15 (Spirit Hall)

With a loyalty score of 15, either she has no affection for Spirit Hall, or she only just joined. Is this an opportunity being handed to me? She'll be a Titled Douluo in seven years. Looks like I'll have to find a way to keep her here.

Yang Xiu suddenly addressed her. "You're such a beautiful lady. Would you be interested in visiting our Flame Emperor Sect?"

Yu Yan had never expected Yang Xiu to speak to her. She had not wanted to come here with Chrysanthemum Douluo and the others in the first place. She had no affection for Spirit Hall; if she had not been trying to escape a scumbag who pestered her relentlessly, she would never have come. She had only wanted to get out and clear her head, but Yang Xiu's words gave her an idea. She had seen everything Spirit Hall had done over the years. She wanted to leave, but she knew the limits of her own strength. The Flame Emperor Sect gave her hope and could also help her shake off those annoying flies. Unaware that her intentions happened to coincide with Yang Xiu's, she spoke boldly and seductively.

"Oh, my young Sect Master, have you taken a fancy to my beauty? We could get to know each other better, you know."

After speaking, Yu Yan even winked at Yang Xiu. That electrifying gaze was more than even the author could bear; only someone as devoted as Yang Xiu could withstand it. In truth, Yu Yan did want to tease him a little. In strength, looks, and background alike, Yang Xiu was an unquestionable candidate for a partner. If, after spending time with him, she discovered that he really was a decent man, then with her personality, she would pursue him herself.

Yang Xiu had not expected her to say something like that. A plan sprang to mind, and he replied.

"Then would you like to visit our sect? You'd be very welcome, especially a beautiful lady like you."

Yu Yan laughed. "You certainly have a sweet tongue. Since you've invited me, how could I refuse? I just don't know whether the two esteemed Douluos beside me will allow me to go." She glanced at Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo, then at Yang Xiu. Her meaning could not have been clearer: he would have to handle them.

Yang Xiu smiled and addressed Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo.

"What do you two think? I took a liking to this lady the moment I saw her and would like to invite her over."

Hearing Yang Xiu's words, Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo began communicating through voice transmission. After a while, they reached an agreement, and Chrysanthemum Douluo spoke.

"Since Sect Master Yang is interested, Yu Yan, go and have some fun." When he said "have some fun," he gave Yu Yan a meaningful look.

"I understand. Rest assured, Your Excellency."

"Come along, little brother. I'll go have some fun with you." Yu Yan was very beautiful.

Her words were enticing, especially as she took hold of Yang Xiu's arm. Seeing her behave like this, Yang Xiu slipped an arm around her slender waist. Yu Yan's body trembled, but she soon acted as though nothing had happened. "You're so impatient, little brother. I'm not even ready yet." She smiled as she spoke, though who knew what she was thinking inside.

Soon, Yang Xiu and the others began heading back to the sect. They had thought Spirit Hall had come to cause trouble, but the outcome was unexpected. It seemed Spirit Hall was not ready to wage war against the Flame Emperor Sect either. Perhaps it was not ready to wage war against the entire continent.

After entering the formation, everyone was stunned by the Flame Emperor Sect's magnificent grandeur and sensed the rich spiritual energy at the same time. They were all beside themselves with joy. Just then, Yang Xiu removed his hand from Yu Yan's waist and spoke to her.

"Yu Yan, sorry for taking liberties."

She had not had a good impression of Yang Xiu, but suddenly realized that he was different from what she had imagined. This was his territory; if he did anything to her, no one would help her. She had not considered that at first and had boldly followed him inside. She had thought she had entered yet another wolf's den, yet he had actually let go. Have I lost my allure? She began wavering between hope and doubt, but finally said, "Well? Was it comfortable holding my waist, little brother?"

Seeing that she was teasing him again, Yang Xiu looked at her perfect figure with a touch of lust in his eyes and said.

"Are you playing with fire? Think carefully. If I devour you here, no one can save you."

Yu Yan considered his words for a moment, then finally said, "Hmph."

Just then, Hong Tian began leading those with positive loyalty scores forward. Once a certain distance had opened between the two groups, Dragon One addressed his brothers.

"Do it!"

As Dragon One's words fell, three Titled Douluos and fifteen Soul Douluos immediately unleashed their martial souls and began slaughtering that group. Before anyone could recover from their shock, the entire group was dead.

"Th-this..."

"So many people died. Why did they do that to them?"

Some people's legs went weak, though they had not wet themselves yet. They could not understand why those people had suddenly been attacked. They were terrified; after all, they had all joined the Flame Emperor Sect together.

Dragon One looked at the frightened crowd and finally explained, "Those people were all spies. As for how we knew, we have accurate intelligence. You don't need to worry. We've verified that your backgrounds are clean. Now that you've joined the Flame Emperor Sect, you're all part of it. Thank you for choosing the Flame Emperor Sect. In the future, the Flame Emperor Sect will become your pride as well."

"All right, take them back to the sect."

After finishing his speech, Dragon One paid no further attention to the sect disciples' varied reactions and instead addressed the brothers beside him.

When they saw that Dragon One and the others really were not going to attack them, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. They also understood why those people had been killed, though they were all curious about how the Flame Emperor Sect had known. None of them asked, however. They were afraid of dying.

Yang Xiu glanced at Yu Yan, who was also stunned. She knew that there had been Spirit Hall members among those people, and all of them had been among the ones killed. Suddenly, she found the Flame Emperor Sect's intelligence capabilities terrifying. At the same time, she realized that Yang Xiu could not have approached her merely because he thought she was beautiful.

Yang Xiu smiled faintly and addressed the stunned Yu Yan beside him.

"Surprised about why we killed them? Also, let me ask you something: would you like to join the Flame Emperor Sect? Don't ask why. Since I want you to join, I clearly know a few things. That's also why I invited you inside. And if you agree, I can make you a Titled Douluo today."

"So that's why you invited me here. But why are you so sure I'll join the Flame Emperor Sect?" Yu Yan composed herself and finally asked seriously.

"If I join the Flame Emperor Sect, I can become a Titled Douluo immediately? Does the Flame Emperor Sect have that ability?"

Yu Yan asked in surprise. Although the Flame Emperor Sect was mysterious, she still found it hard to believe.

"With your circumstances, becoming a Titled Douluo is only a matter of time. I'd simply be bringing it forward. The prerequisite is that you join the Flame Emperor Sect."

Yang Xiu finally added.

"Hehe, whether you join is up to you. I won't force you. I can let you leave right now. But once you go up the mountain, whether you join the Flame Emperor Sect or not, your life and death will rest in its hands. So you can make your choice now. But if you choose to leave and return to Spirit Hall, the next time we meet, we'll fight until one of us dies."

By the time Yang Xiu finished, anyone could have recognized the murderous intent in his eyes. He was serious.

Yu Yan fell silent for a while, then finally sighed and cast Yang Xiu a flirtatious glance.

"My young Sect Master, from now on, I'm yours. Remember to treat me well."

Seeing her reaction, Yang Xiu understood her worries. As for her teasing, he thought nothing of it. Finally, he declared with commanding confidence.

"Don't worry. The Flame Emperor Sect has the ability to protect anyone. Come on, let's head back."

Looking at Yang Xiu's retreating figure, Yu Yan suddenly wondered whether she had made the right choice. With a sigh, she followed him. As for Yang Xiu's claim that he would help her become a Titled Douluo today, she had dismissed it entirely as a joke.

With that, the Flame Emperor Sect's first recruitment of disciples came to an end.