En Ci seemed to discern the implication behind the words and asked with suspicion, "So, Your Majesty the Emperor, based on what you mean, are you planning to support the federation?"
Initially, His Majesty the Emperor was always wavering between the federation and the Spirit Pagoda, fearful of offending either side!
But the words just spoken clearly showed a bias towards the federation!
Dai Yueyan didn't avoid the topic, affirming unequivocally, "Yes, the federation already possesses a God-Slaying Level soul cannonball. Even if the Spirit Pagoda has more soul masters and stronger soul tools, as long as Tang Sect doesn't leak the core secrets of the Soul-guided Defensive Array System, the Spirit Pagoda will not be able to withstand this hit!"
"Therefore, I lean more towards the federation!"
En Ci didn't argue with the decision but instead kindly reminded, "Your Majesty the Emperor, I think you should think it over before making a decision. Supporting the federation means offending the Spirit Pagoda!"
"Once the Spirit Pagoda finds an opportunity, our Xingluo Empire might become a thorn in their side!"
"A power with a vast foundation of soul masters, once they initiate an attack, it cannot be resisted by ordinary soldiers equipped with soul tools!"
I am only the State Preceptor and have no right to make decisions.
But it is also necessary to speak of potential future situations as a reference.
Dai Yueyan narrowed his eyes, "State Preceptor, I feel like you seem to favor the Spirit Pagoda. Could it be that the Spirit Pagoda actually has a method to turn defeat into victory?"
Or perhaps, the State Preceptor has heard something vaguely during your trip to Soul Land...
En Ci looked directly at Dai Yueyan, articulating every word, "Your Majesty the Emperor, you should not ask me this question, I am only the State Preceptor."
Dai Yueyan also came back to his senses instantly, apologizing with sincerity, "I'm sorry, State Preceptor. I was a bit too rash with my words."
En Ci waved his hand, indicating that he didn't mind...
"Your Majesty need not apologize. If you believe we should support the federation, then including myself, the entire Xingluo Empire will comply with your decision!"
"As for what will happen in the future, only the future will tell!"
Dai Yueyan took a deep breath, his thoughts solidifying, and he nodded, "Thank you, State Preceptor, I have made my decision."
He knew that the former's words were just to ease his own pressure.
Only then did En Ci reveal a faint smile and stood up, "In that case, I will take my leave!"
However, Dai Yueyan suddenly stopped him, "Wait, State Preceptor, I want you to meet someone."
En Ci was quite perplexed, "Meet someone? May I ask who this person is in Your Majesty's words??"
It was then that Dai Yueyan turned to the back, and said, "Yun'er, you've been hiding back there listening for so long, you can come out now."
Sure enough, following his words, Dai Yun'er emerged from behind...
"State Preceptor, long time no see!"
Originally, she had planned to wait there, but because she had already left the royal household, she had hidden in the back!
Looking at the very familiar figure, En Ci exclaimed in astonishment, "Pri... Her Royal Highness the Princess? You've returned??"
He couldn't help but rub his eyes, appearing somewhat incredulous...
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Dai Yun'er had left the Xingluo Empire a few years ago, and it was thought she would never return, but unexpectedly, she was seen again!
Dai Yun'er chuckled, "What's the matter, State Preceptor, are you not welcoming my return?"
En Ci snapped back to reality and hastily said, "Welcome, of course you're welcome, Your Royal Highness, aren't you planning to stay now that you've come back?"
In the Monster Academy, the two students he valued the most were Dai Yueyan and Dai Yun'er!
Not just because of their status, but also their talent!
Dai Yun'er patiently replied, "State Preceptor, you can still call me Yun'er as before, I am no longer Her Royal Highness the Princess!"
"Besides, I have returned this time for a certain reason and do not intend to stay in the Xingluo Empire!"
Disappointment rarely seen appeared on En Ci's face, "Is that so... That is truly disappointing."
However, he quickly sensed that the other's Soul Power Aura had actually reached the Titled Douluo level, "Hmm? Yun'er, your soul power rank has actually reached Title Douluo?"
Dai Yun'er gave a slight nod, "Yes, after leaving the Xingluo Empire, besides experiencing the outside world, I focused on cultivation and broke through to Title Douluo some time ago!"
En Ci answered with a face full of pride, "Good, very good, indeed worthy of being one of the top students of Monster Academy, you certainly haven't let me down!"
"If it were not for His Majesty the Emperor having to deal with the important affairs of the Xingluo Empire, perhaps he too would have reached Title Douluo by now!"
Hearing this, Dai Yueyan couldn't help but give a wry smile, "State Preceptor, don't praise me so much, my talent is nowhere near Yun'er's, it's questionable whether I can even break through to Soul Douluo!"
But indeed, as the other had said, he had no opportunity for cultivation due to the affairs of the Xingluo Empire that he had to mind!
This had caused his soul power rank to have only increased a few levels over the years, with virtually no change!
Yet En Ci asserted without hesitation, "Your Majesty, there's no need to be so modest, your talent is also outstanding!"
"Even if you no longer have the chance to become a Soul Master powerhouse, I believe becoming a great Emperor is no issue at all!"
This time, Dai Yueyan did not deny it and nodded in agreement, "That's what I think too, my own soul power rank is nothing compared to managing the Xingluo Empire well!"
After a pause, he shifted the topic, "Speaking of why Yun'er has returned to the Xingluo Empire, it's related to the Douling Empire!"
Upon hearing this, En Ci, who was always sensitive, immediately asked Dai Yun'er, "Yun'er, don't tell me you were staying in the Douling Empire before?"
A trace of fear flashed through her eyes, "Correct, I was in the Douling Empire at the time. If I had not discovered the Formation set up by Evil Soul Masters in time, and left Douling Empire promptly, I might have become one of them as well!"
En Ci's breathing grew heavier as he pressed for details, "So, you are informed about everything that transpired in the Douling Empire?"
Dai Yun'er hesitated momentarily before replying, "I can't say I'm fully informed, but I vaguely know that the Ghost Emperor has taken control of the Douling Empire."
En Ci showed no particular expression, but remarked with some emotion, "I see, in that case, you were very lucky this time, escaping the fate of being forcibly converted into an Evil Soul Master by the Formation!"
Once becoming an Evil Soul Master, no matter the identity, they must be purged from existence!
Dai Yun'er had no intention of discussing her past further and steered the conversation elsewhere, "Let's not dwell on my affairs, State Preceptor. They're not worth mentioning, let's talk about your encounter with the other Soul Master powerhouses of the Xingluo Empire in the Douling Empire!"
Her lingering in the Xingluo Empire was also influenced by this factor!
"Hmm, I was indeed planning to report the specifics of this trip to His Majesty the Emperor, so let's take this opportunity to clarify."
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