"Brother, I'm not sure about Watch Valley right now. Wait a minute, I've already sent someone to retrieve their information. But I saw Qian Chen two years ago at the Starlight Auction House."
Xu Jiujiu continued, "Four years ago, he was still participating in the Soul Master Tournament; two years ago, he was already Soul Douluo; and now, two years later, he has become Titled Douluo with Soul Ring that exceeds the age limit. Such a person will definitely become Super Douluo in the future; we cannot afford to offend him."
Hearing Xu Jiujiu's words, Xu Jiawei felt even more distressed. He feared that two Super Douluo would one day establish their power right on his doorstep.
Soon, the attendant brought the information on Qian Chen and Zhang Lexuan, which was held by the Star Luo Empire. There was nothing secret about it; both of them were the deans of the Martial Soul Department at the Shrek Academy and also held Sea God Pavilion Elder.
After reviewing the information for Xu Jiujiu, he thought for a moment and said, "Brother, perhaps you don't need to worry. I think these two must have developed a rift with the Shrek Academy."
"What do you mean?" Xu Jiawei asked, puzzled.
"Brother, look, these two are both elders of the Sea God Pavilion. I've heard that elders of the Sea God Pavilion are not allowed to join other sects. What they're doing now is going against the Sea God Pavilion's requirements. Let's find an opportunity to send news of their establishing sects outside to the Shrek Academy and see how Shrek Academy reacts. If they fall out with the Shrek Academy, that would be best. Don't you also think Shrek Academy will be a major threat in the future?"
"But their establishment of a force Star Luo City really makes me uneasy!" Xu Jiawei complained.
After thinking for Xu Jiujiu, he comforted him, "Brother, there are just too many sects and forces; you simply can't manage them all. In Star Luo City alone, there are hundreds of sects of all sizes. These people are unruly and disrespectful of imperial authority. Today, Qian Chen and Zhang Lexuan were relatively well-behaved; they are already much better than some of the sects."
Upon hearing this, Xu Jiawei remained silent, simply closing his eyes as if trying to avoid reality.
"Brother, the real threat now is the Sun Moon Empire and the White Tiger Dai Family, who control the Western Army Corps. They are the true enemies and hidden dangers of our Star Luo Imperial Family."
Hearing this, Xu Jiawei nodded. Xu Jiujiu, he continued, "Brother, the Heavenly Soul Empire has the Body Sect, and the Dou Ling Empire has the Xuanming Sect, both powerful sects. But the Star Luo Empire only has our own Star Crown Sect, and it's more of a support sect."
Xu Jiujiu continued to comfort him, "Brother, if there's a chance, the Star Luo Empire should have a powerful national defense sect. If you keep being so suspicious, it will be truly dangerous if the army can't win battles and the high-level combat forces are also ineffective."
Hearing Xu Jiujiu say this, Xu Jiawei was somewhat displeased and directly said, "You go to the Watch Valley Ceremony in seven days. See what the situation is like in Watch Valley. After that, you'll take over the affairs of Watch Valley, just make sure they don't cause trouble."
After saying that, Xu Jiawei directly stuffed the invitation to Watch Valley into Xu Jiujiu's hand. Xu Jiujiu looked at the invitation in her hand and felt a pang of bitterness in her heart. The Star Luo Empire had been plagued by internal and external troubles, which gradually wore down her brother's fighting spirit and turned him into a person who was extremely suspicious and wanted to escape when faced with problems.
Seven days passed in the blink of an eye. Within a thousand kilometers of Watch Valley, almost all the large and small forces and families with Soul Douluo in charge sent important members to congratulate them after Feng Luan and Bing Ling persuaded them with a combination of force and friendship. As for the forces with Titled Douluo, Feng Luan and Bing Ling couldn't force them, and after sending out the invitations, many forces also sent their disciples to celebrate.
When the carriage Xu Jiujiu arrived at Watch Valley, she was also stunned by Watch Valley scenery. Qian Chen asked everyone to protect the environment. Over the past ten years, Watch Valley has become lush and vibrant, like a fairyland, completely different from those desolate valleys.
" Princess Jiujiu of the Star Luo Empire has arrived!" the disciple responsible for announcing the arrival outside the Watch Mountain Manor shouted loudly.
Many of the forces that came to observe the ceremony were quite surprised. The Star Luo Imperial Family, Xu Jiawei's most trusted younger sister, had actually come in person. It seemed that Watch Valley not only had two very powerful Soul Douluo, but also a much greater foundation!
Zhang Lexuan glanced at the Qian Chen brothers. Knowing that only the youngest, Pan Long, would remain to Watch Valley, she said, " Pan Long, go and receive Princess Jiujiu. Don't neglect her. You'll be staying in Watch Valley from now on, and you'll have a lot of contact with the Star Luo Imperial Family and officials."
"Yes, sister-in-law." Pan Long responded and left.
Soon, Pan Long arrived in front of Xu Jiujiu 'Xu Jiujiu carriage and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Princess Jiujiu."
Xu Jiujiu opened the carriage curtain and saw a strong yet well-proportioned young man with a resolute face and an air of heroism standing in front of her carriage. Xu Jiujiu had only one feeling: This person is incredibly strong. "Who are you? Are you here to receive me?" Xu Jiujiu asked.
"Yes, Princess Jiujiu. My name is Pan Long, and I am Zhang Lexuan, the mistress of Watch Valley and my sister-in-law. She asked me to come and receive you."
Xu Jiujiu smiled slightly and said, "Alright, since you're in charge of receiving me, please lead the way."
"Princess, please." After saying this, Pan Long led Xu Jiujiu into the Watch Mountain Manor to participate in the founding ceremony of the Watch Valley.
Pan Long led the way, and Pan Long Xu Jiujiu, who was initially two steps behind him with her attendants, suddenly quickened her pace and walked alongside Pan Long, asking, " Pan Long, I sense your aura is incredibly powerful. What realm are you at now?"
Pan Long hadn't expected this beautiful princess to suddenly stand beside him. His face flushed slightly, and he replied, "Your Highness, I am currently just a Soul Douluo."
"What? You've already reached Soul Douluo?" Xu Jiujiu exclaimed in surprise. "And how old are you now?"
"Your Highness, I am twenty years old this year," Pan Long replied truthfully.
Hearing Pan Long's answer, Xu Jiujiu felt a surge of joy followed by disappointment. Pan Long, noticing Xu Jiujiu strange expression, asked, "Your Highness, is there a problem?"
Xu Jiujiu nodded and said, "Yes. I was pleasantly surprised and disappointed to hear your answer. I was surprised that I actually met a twenty-year-old Soul Douluo today; I was disappointed because, Pan Long, if you were a few months younger, I would definitely have you join our Star Luo Team. This year's Soul Master Tournament is being held in our Star Luo City, and if you were there, our Star Luo Empire would definitely win the championship."
Pan Long had no interest in participating in the Soul Master Tournament. He said softly, "I believe the Star Luo Team will achieve good results on their own."
Xu Jiujiu said again, "I am the captain of the Star Luo Team. You must come and watch my matches, okay?"
Pan Long pondered for a moment. His sister-in-law had told him that he would be having a lot of contact with the Star Luo Imperial Family and officialdom in the future, so he nodded and said, "Alright, I will definitely attend the Pan Long's competition. Now, princess, please."
After saying that, Pan Long prepared to lead the way again. However, Xu Jiujiu did not fall behind by two steps, but maintained the same speed as Pan Long, and the two walked side by side into the Watch Mountain Manor.
Pan Long led Xu Jiujiu to the Watch Hall. After they took their seats, a eloquent disciple of Watch Valley came to the center of the Watch Hall and loudly proclaimed, " Watch Valley is born today! The founding ceremony officially begins!"