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Chapter 482: Chapter 482: Zhu Zhuyun Reveals Her True Feelings

Upon hearing Zhu Zhuyun admit it herself, Zhu Zhuqing finally felt a sense of relief and smiled; so it was just as Su Ming had guessed!

Indeed, back then, when I had only awakened my martial soul two years prior, I wasn't very powerful. And it's impossible that everyone under my sister's command would be useless. She's been perfectly fine all this time.

So there's only one explanation: my sister intentionally played the villain and used these assassination attempts as a way to push me to grow stronger, sending a message to others that she'd handle me herself and that they shouldn't make a move.

Davis, standing to the side, looked completely stunned after hearing Zhu Zhuyun's confession. "Huh, so it's not what I thought? Zhu Yun, is everything you said true? I actually thought you really wanted to kill your sister."

Knowing that Zhu Zhuyun had attempted to assassinate Zhu Zhuqing in the past had filled him with murderous intent when he first saw how powerful Zhu Zhuqing had become. He had even thought Zhu Zhuyun's approach was correct, even though it hadn't worked. But now, this is just awkward.

Zhu Zhuyun, unable to control herself, blurted out her inner thoughts, "Weiss, I was afraid that you might secretly harm my sister. That's why I acted first—I was worried that her talent would make you act against her."

Davis: Davis looked wounded and said with a hurt expression, "Zhu Yun, I didn't think you saw me that way. If I truly wanted to do something like that, wouldn't it be easier for me to take out my foolish brother?"

"Don't forget, that foolish brother of mine arrived in the Heaven Dou Empire three years before Zhu Zhuqing. I never took any action against him, so why would I do anything to your sister?"

Zhu Zhuyun: At this moment, Zhu Zhuyun wanted nothing more than to dig a hole in the ground out of embarrassment. So, it was all a misunderstanding? How awkward!

"Um, Weiss, it's just that you seem so driven by the throne that I thought maybe…" Zhu Zhuyun stammered awkwardly.

Davis turned to Zhu Zhuqing and asked, "Are you sure you won't return to the Xingluo Empire with us after the competition?"

Zhu Zhuqing shook her head. "I have no interest in that throne. Right now, I just want to stay by Su Ming's side."

Though Zhu Zhuqing said this, she knew that once they joined the Spirit Hall, the Hall's goal would be to unify the continent. What would happen to the Xingluo Empire then?

But she didn't want to think too much about that now. She'd take things one step at a time. The worst outcome would be the fall of the Xingluo Empire, but if Su Ming were there, maybe the Empire could become a vassal state?

However, that wouldn't be an easy feat; it would depend on the Xingluo Emperor's decision at the time.

Hearing Zhu Zhuqing's answer, Davis sighed in relief; after all, Dai Mubai was nothing to worry about.

"Zhu Yun, it seems we've had some misunderstandings. Although I am determined to secure the throne, I intend to do so through legitimate means, not by using underhanded tricks."

As he spoke, Davis glanced at the Thunder Academy's resting area.

Seeing that the misunderstanding had been cleared, Su Ming said to Su Yuntao beside him, "Referee, it's time to announce the result of the match."

Davis raised his right hand, "The Xingluo Royal Team concedes."

Su Yuntao returned to the stage with enthusiasm, announcing, "In the match between the Heaven Dou Royal Team and the Xingluo Royal Team, congratulations to the Heaven Dou Royal Team for their victory!"

"The Heaven Dou Royal Team is truly impressive!" some spectators exclaimed in amazement.

"Yes, the vice-captain and other team members did very well, but what about the captain? Wasn't he introduced as a control-type soul master at the start?"

"Yeah, I saw that he cast an auxiliary soul skill at the beginning, then nothing else. There didn't seem to be anything particularly remarkable about him." Many spectators expressed curiosity and a bit of skepticism about Su Ming's strength.

"Are you all stupid? Su Ming is already at level sixty-five. Of course, he'd give his team members a chance to show off. He must be hiding his true strength. Don't forget, the Spirit Hall's team captain is also a level sixty-seven Soul Emperor!" The audience quickly engaged in heated discussion.

Naturally, Su Ming overheard these comments, but he didn't care. As the team captain, it was normal for others to question him if he hadn't shown his strength.

"Zhuqing, now you understand your sister's intentions in doing what she did, right?" Su Ming patted Zhu Zhuqing on the shoulder.

Zhu Zhuqing gave a small smile in response.

Then, Su Ming looked at Davis with some confusion, saying, "Davis, I don't oppose your royal family's method of selecting heirs, but isn't the punishment for failure—either death or loss of cultivation—a bit too harsh?"

"And the crucial point is, as royal descendants, you all possess the White Tiger martial soul, and your innate soul power shouldn't differ significantly. In that case, the older candidates have a clear advantage. Both you and Zhu Zhuyun are much older than Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing. Under normal circumstances, your chances of victory are as high as ninety percent!"

"No wonder Zhuqing felt a sense of helplessness before. The age gap is a real disadvantage; even if her talent surpasses yours, what good would it do?"

Davis remained silent. This rule was indeed unfair to the younger royal members, but it worked in his favor, so he had never thought much about it.

The rule had persisted because it served a purpose.

"I understand what you're saying, but I can't change it. This rule was established by our ancestors. The harshness and risk of death have ensured that the overall strength of the Xingluo Empire surpasses that of the Heaven Dou Empire."

"That's the only benefit I know of."

In any case, this rule was no secret between the two empires, and Davis spoke openly in Spirit City.

Su Ming knew Davis couldn't change anything; he'd only been asking out of curiosity.

"Let's go back," Su Ming said to his teammates.

Dugu Yan asked, "Su Ming, aren't you staying to watch the remaining matches? Aren't you curious about which four academies will advance?"

"I can already guess. Tianshui Academy drew a bye, and the Spirit Hall and Thunder Academy will definitely advance. As for the last spot, it doesn't matter which academy takes it—they'll be the weakest, no matter who advances." Su Ming replied calmly.


Chapter 483: Chapter 483: The Reaction of the Power Clan

"Aren't you curious about which team we'll face next?" Ning Rongrong asked playfully.

Su Ming shook his head, "Not really. Whether we encounter Thunder Academy, Tianshui Academy, or the Spirit Hall Team, it won't be difficult for us to win. However, I do hope to face Thunder Academy so that we can resolve a few issues."

Dugu Yan nodded in agreement. She shared the sentiment; the more she looked at Yu Tianheng, the more disgusted she felt. At this point, she only hoped that Thunder Academy wouldn't falter at the last moment.

Meanwhile, in Tian Dou City, within the Power Clan.

"Report! Clan Leader, we have bad news!"

A brawny clansman wearing the attire of the Power Clan rushed into the main hall.

Tai Nuo was handling some affairs when he heard the urgent report. He couldn't help but get angry, "What's so terrible that you're making such a fuss? Can't you see I'm busy here?"

His father had gone to Spirit City with the old master, so some clan matters were left for him to handle (related to Titan).

Over twenty days had passed since then, and he wondered how far Thunder Academy had advanced in the tournament. Su Ming: Your father is already dead—didn't see that coming, did you?

"The old… the old clan leader died on the way to Spirit City!" the clansman stammered, trembling.

He was one of the few clan members who had accompanied Titan to Spirit City and had witnessed everything.

After Titan's death, he felt terrified. Fortunately, the scene was chaotic, and he managed to slip away to another academy's carriage, eventually finding a narrow path and making his escape. Only now could he breathe a little easier, fearing Tang San might kill him to silence him. Among those who had gone with Titan, he was the only one who had survived by sheer luck.

"What! What did you just say? Say it again! If you're lying, I'll kill you!"

Upon hearing that his father had died, Tai Nuo lost his composure. His large hands gripped the clansman in front of him tightly, shaking him furiously.

"Stop… stop shaking me, Clan Leader. It's true. I was the only one who escaped; everyone else likely perished."

The clansman looked close to tears. He was one of the old clan leader's trusted aides, and seeing his master die so unjustly hurt him deeply.

Tai Nuo felt as if he had been struck by lightning, collapsing to the ground with a vacant look in his eyes.

However, he knew that this wasn't the time to mourn. His father had gone with Tang Hao and Tang San to Spirit City, so how had he ended up dead?

After all, Tang Hao was a rank 95 Titled Douluo, so his father's death seemed far too sudden.

"Speak! What exactly happened?" Tai Nuo knew he needed to stay calm; otherwise, the Power Clan would be finished.

His father had been the backbone of the Power Clan, and now that he was gone, only the Soul Saint elders remained as the strongest members of the clan.

"On our way to Spirit City, the Titled Douluo from Spirit Hall launched an attack aimed at Haotian Douluo. But at that moment, Tang San suddenly shot a hidden weapon at the old clan leader and used Blue Silver Grass to restrain him, moving him in front of Haotian Douluo to block the soul skill's damage."

The clansman recounted the events in great detail, feeling a deep sense of injustice for the old clan leader, who had shown immediate respect to Haotian Douluo and Tang San.

Su Ming: I told you, bootlickers don't meet good ends!

"Damn Tang San! Damn Tang Hao! Father, how foolish you were!"

Tai Nuo's face was streaked with tears. Though his father had been killed by someone from Spirit Hall, he saw Tang San and Tang Hao as the true culprits.

But that didn't mean he didn't hold a grudge against Spirit Hall; he had never liked them, and now that sentiment had only intensified.

However, he now faced a troubling question: what to do next?

With a heavy sigh, Tai Nuo addressed the clansman, "Send someone to Lan Ba Academy to bring back Tai Long, and have someone gather all the elders in the meeting room!"

In Spirit City

Inside the Pope's Palace.

"Your Holiness, after a day of fermentation, the nearby branches of Spirit Hall have started to report back. Our actions yesterday had a massive and positive impact!" Chrysanthemum Douluo said respectfully.

Bibi Dong, satisfied with the outcome, nodded. She was also pleased to see Yu Xiaogang so enraged that he was spitting blood. These commoner spirit masters' actions showed that Yu Xiaogang wasn't worthy of their admiration.

Then, Bibi Dong turned to Ghost Douluo and commented, "Ghost, your disciple performed impressively in today's match. It's hard to believe she's an agility-type soul master with such powerful attacks."

Ghost Douluo smiled slightly. "Your Holiness, it's all thanks to Zhuqing's fifth soul skill. The Dark Gold Dreadclaw Bear is indeed stronger than the Titan Giant Ape. Its attacks pierce armor and tear through space. Today was the first time Zhuqing used her fifth soul skill, which was quite a surprise to me."

Bibi Dong nodded in approval. "What are your thoughts on the Xingluo Empire?"

Ghost Douluo responded calmly, "Your Holiness, since I am now Zhuqing's teacher, I am responsible for her safety and the well-being of her family. If the Xingluo Emperor fails to appreciate her worth, I'll act personally without implicating Spirit Hall."

"Ghost, why would you act alone? Does Spirit Hall fear the Xingluo Empire? Without the support of the Clear Sky Clan, conquering them is only a matter of time. We'll be putting certain plans into action once the Soul Master Tournament concludes."

Ghost Douluo respectfully replied, "Understood, Your Holiness. Spirit Hall indeed has nothing to fear from the Xingluo Empire."

Ghost Douluo then raised a concern, "Your Holiness, you've made the young lord a substitute in the Soul Master Tournament finals. This maneuver may offend Su Ming. When the time comes…"

"Don't worry. Su Ming is powerful enough to challenge higher-ranked opponents, and Xiaoxue meets the age requirement, so we aren't breaking any rules. We've kept Xiaoxue hidden long enough; it's time for her to reappear. Don't worry, Su Ming and Xiaoxue have a good relationship. He won't mind and might even be eager to have a match with her."

With Bibi Dong's reassurance, Ghost Douluo felt more at ease. He was mainly concerned that if Su Ming decided not to join Spirit Hall, he'd lose his disciple. He held a deep affection for Zhu Zhuqing, his final disciple, and eagerly awaited the day she joined Spirit Hall so he could impart all his skills to her.


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