Enjoying the Good Life

"You know how to read the situation. This is your reward."

Dai Mubai had originally intended to give him a Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone as a sweetener.

He still had plenty of those on him.

But Soul Bones, especially Ten Thousand Year Soul Bones, were rather too precious.

So he casually took out that stalk of nine-grade purple ganoderma instead.

In a sense, its value could rival that of a Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone. The problem was that the soul masters of the Douluo Continent would not see it that way.

The nine-grade purple ganoderma could not only strengthen Black Panther's foundation but also improve his aptitude, enough to support his breakthrough to the rank of Titled Douluo.

As for a Soul Bone, he actually did have one in mind.

The Soul Bone in the Wolf Bandit leader.

In the original storyline, he had obtained that Soul Bone.

Its age was roughly thirty thousand years.

But ultimately, it came from a Wolf Bandit, a half-human, half-soul beast creature, so its quality was somewhat inferior to other Soul Bones.

That worked out nicely. When the time came, he could use that Wolf Bandit leader to improve his combat strength and obtain the Soul Bone as well.

Of course, the prerequisite was that Black Panther obeyed him completely. Otherwise, he would not give it to him.

"Your Highness, this is..."

Black Panther was stunned as he looked at the box tossed into his hands from the carriage.

He could sense that it would be very useful to him, but he had no idea exactly what it would do.

"Nine-grade purple ganoderma. A fine thing I got out of Dugu Bo. Not only can it quickly restore your current condition, but it can also strengthen your foundation, heal the damage you suffered in your youth, and improve your aptitude somewhat, making it easier for you to become a Titled Douluo."

Seeing how well Black Panther understood the situation, Dai Mubai explained it to him.

Rather than let that useless Yu Xiaogang consume this stalk of nine-grade purple ganoderma, he might as well gain another Titled Douluo among his subordinates.

"Thank you for your reward, Your Highness. I, Black Panther, will certainly not disappoint you."

Hearing Dai Mubai's explanation and his mention of his youth, Black Panther froze for a moment before hurriedly bowing respectfully in thanks.

Before becoming an Enshrined Douluo, Black Panther had been quite well known in the Star Luo Empire.

Without noble blood, he had grown through bloody battles on the battlefield.

In that process, he had inevitably accumulated hidden injuries and lingering ailments. These were also the greatest hidden danger on his path to becoming a Titled Douluo.

He had never expected that, just after he declared his allegiance, this prince would give him such a treasure.

Dai Mubai paid no further attention to Black Panther's words. He slowly closed his eyes and circulated his cultivation method, practicing Indestructible Vajra.

This concerned the hundred-thousand-year third soul ring he wanted.

Seeing that Dai Mubai did not want to say anything more, Black Panther knew it was time to keep his mouth shut.

He then carefully put away what Dai Mubai had given him and cautiously drove the carriage toward the destination Dai Mubai had named.

"Your Majesty, do not blame me for betraying you."

"The Third Prince has simply given me too much."

"Besides, with the Third Prince's talent, he will surely become the Star Luo Emperor in the future. This does not count as betrayal."

Black Panther murmured softly, severing the last of his loyalty to the Star Luo Emperor.

Two days later, they arrived at their destination, Shrek Academy.

He had to admit, this academy really was hard to find.

Black Panther had made numerous inquiries and even visited the nearby Canghui Academy before finally finding Shrek Academy.

He could not understand why His Highness wanted to go to Shrek Academy.

Calling this so-called Shrek Academy a diploma mill would practically be an insult to diploma mills.

This academy truly had nothing to offer.

Though he did not understand, Black Panther still did not ask.

After all, this was not something he ought to question.

After being taught a lesson by Dugu Bo, Black Panther now kept his place firmly in mind at all times.

"Joining Shrek Academy really is a mistaken choice, isn't it?"

Looking at the information Black Panther had gathered, Dai Mubai could not help giving a self-mocking smile.

What he was reading was not information on Shrek Academy, but on Canghui Academy.

To his surprise, Canghui Academy actually had two Soul Saints and three Soul Emperors.

After asking Black Panther about it, he learned that every advanced soul master academy had to have a Soul Saint overseeing it.

Wasn't the only thing worth boasting about at Shrek Academy in the early stages its teaching staff?

But after learning more, he found that Shrek Academy held no advantage even in that regard.

Thinking it over carefully, that seemed quite normal.

Shi Nian himself was a Soul Saint, yet he was only Canghui Academy's vice dean. Could their dean's strength be below that of a Soul Saint?

That was highly unlikely.

In that case, unless they had some other scheme in mind, anyone who was not sick in the head would not join Shrek Academy at this stage.

"Go and build me a standalone three-story villa inside Shrek Academy. Make it as comfortable and luxurious as possible."

Dai Mubai did not intend to head to Shrek Academy immediately.

If he could enjoy comfort but insisted on suffering when there was no hardship to endure, wouldn't that simply be asking for abuse?

For him, it was merely a matter of spending a few more Gold Soul Coins.

"As you command. I will certainly not disappoint Your Highness."

Receiving his first assignment from His Highness, Black Panther was very excited. He already could not wait to carry out the order.

Whatever difficulties he encountered in doing so, he would resolve them.

"Take me to the Rose Hotel first."

Dai Mubai merely issued his orders. He had no intention of involving himself in the rest.

Since he had come to Suotuo City, how could he not check out the famous Rose Hotel?

After all, that place was his, Dai Mubai's, respawn point.

One reason he was unwilling to live as Xiong Jun was that the future of soul beasts truly offered nothing but despair, its end visible at a glance.

The other reason, naturally, was that it was very uncomfortable.

Under the influence of his original body, he had to fall into slumber at the drop of a hat. In the Star Dou Great Forest, never mind enjoying himself-even having a delicious meal was difficult.

No matter how tasty ten-thousand-year soul beast meat and the like might be, there were ultimately no seasonings.

He truly disliked a life of eating raw flesh and drinking blood.

Now that he had become a human soul master, he naturally had to enjoy himself properly.

As for cultivation, he certainly would not slack off.

But who said enjoyment conflicted with diligent cultivation? Wasn't it perfectly normal to enjoy himself occasionally?

Soon, their carriage arrived at the Rose Hotel.

Although it was only a carriage bought casually, Black Panther was a Soul Douluo. Even something he bought casually was beyond what ordinary people could afford.

As soon as the carriage stopped at the Rose Hotel, someone came out to welcome them.

"Book me a sunshine luxury king room. The rest is your tip."

Dai Mubai then took a bag of Gold Soul Coins from his Storage Soul Tool and tossed it over.

He had plenty of these on him, casually picked up while collecting Soul Bones earlier.

These things held little value to high-level soul masters. If he did not spend them somewhere like this, was he supposed to keep them as decorations?

"Esteemed young master, this way, please..."

After taking the money pouch, the person who had come to welcome him immediately grew enthusiastic.

He soon arranged an extremely luxurious room for Dai Mubai. It also happened to face east, allowing him to practice Purple Demon Eye directly inside the room when the sun rose each day.

Once Dai Mubai had settled in, Black Panther went off to attend to building his residence.

"I have to say, these nobles really know how to enjoy themselves."

Looking at the room's furnishings and the items used within it, Dai Mubai clicked his tongue in wonder.

Just then, a soft knock sounded at the door.