Xu Jiujiu listened from the side, inwardly full of praise.
Dai Youheng's response was both reasonable and perfectly expressive of her intentions. They had not discussed this beforehand, yet their cooperation was seamless, as though they had rehearsed it countless times.
She felt that she and Youheng truly understood each other without a word.
Upon hearing this, Ling Ya stroked his chin, looking thoughtful, as if weighing the advantages and disadvantages. He displayed both an intense thirst for knowledge of high-level soul tools and the reserve and deliberation befitting a Titled Douluo.
Seizing the moment, Xu Jiujiu struck while the iron was hot. Her voice grew softer and more enticing. "Your Eminence, in soul tool research, the greatest mistake is to build a cart behind closed doors. Working everything out alone takes twice the effort for half the results. If you are willing to return with us, not only will you be able to study this Tyrant Tiger Soul Refining Blade to your heart's content, but I can also promise to introduce you to several of the Star Luo Empire's foremost soul tool masters! Their attainments in soul tool research are profound. If they and Your Eminence exchange insights,
"study together, and pool your wisdom, I am certain they can help you advance by leaps and bounds in the field of soul tools, taking you farther and faster!"
This promise struck precisely where Ling Ya wanted to be scratched. A soul engineer eager to improve could scarcely resist the temptation of exchanging knowledge and learning from fellow masters.
A keen gleam flashed through Ling Ya's eyes, and the hesitation on his face finally faded. He nodded slowly. "Good! The princess of the Star Luo Empire is indeed forthright! In that case, I shall agree. However-"
His tone shifted, and his