章 2849: Chapter 2834: Asleep_1

The Council Member explained solemnly, "This incident happened a few days ago, and I only learned about it through a friend in the Douling Empire!"

"Of course, compared to us, the Spirit Pagoda must have known in advance. After all, there are many Spirit Transmission Tower Branches in the Douling Empire!"

Establishing so many branches wasn't just for the sake of selling Spirit Souls, but to set up an intelligence network all around the Douling Empire!

Any slight disturbance could be detected and reported at once!

The Chairman calmed his emotions and pondered, "The Ghost Emperor actually attacked the Douling Empire Imperial Palace. Could it be because of that order issued by Xue Yuntian?"

The former affirmed this statement. "In my opinion, it is very likely. The Ghost Emperor had not launched an attack before, probably because Xue Yuntian hadn't interfered with his plans. Now that such an order has been issued, he naturally wants to kill him!"

"Otherwise, if all the Soul Masters of the Douling Empire stop their cultivation, the plans to transform them into evil Soul Masters would fall apart."

The Chairman's eyes deepened as he nodded, "I understand now. I will give this matter some serious thought. Perhaps things are indeed progressing in a direction unknown to the federation!"

Seeing that he had achieved his goal, the Council Member had no intention of continuing the conversation. "I'm glad to have been of help to the Chairman; I shall take my leave now!"

Watching the other party's departing figure, the Chairman couldn't help but feel a bit sentimental...

Even though he had publicly contested the other's opinion, he still needed their help...

But perhaps, this embodied the spirit of the federation!

No matter how disunited internally, they would act as one when facing the outside world!

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Back at the Douling Empire Imperial Palace!

The buildings damaged by the Ghost Emperor's assault had been repaired overnight, restoring them to their original state!

With his hands clasped behind his back, Xue Yuntian looked at the scene before him and let out a sigh of relief...

It was a good thing that he had survived. Otherwise, the entire Douling Empire might have been thrown into chaos!

Of course, Elder Xie's role was the most important. Without him, he would probably have become just another corpse in the hands of the Ghost Emperor!

Thinking this, he turned to the empty space behind him, "How is Elder Xie's condition?"

But the familiar figure did not appear...

Coming to his senses, Xue Yuntian's expression became vacant...

He had almost forgotten that the old man responsible for protecting him had sacrificed his life!

Suddenly, he couldn't help but smile bitterly...

"Really, he could have left directly at that time. Why did he have to sacrifice himself to save me!"

He, as the emperor, shouldn't harbor such feelings of guilt...

He then turned his gaze to the Douling Empire's soldiers guarding nearby. "How is Elder Xie's condition now?"

The latter hesitated for a moment, then respectfully replied after confirming he was being addressed, "Your Majesty the Emperor, the support-class Soul Masters you summoned have already administered treatment to Elder Xie, but he remains unconscious."

Xue Yuntian's brows furrowed slightly. "Still unconscious? Why is that? Did Elder Xie suffer some fatal injury?"

Not to mention the kindness Xie Xie had shown him, if he died, the Douling Empire might face the wrath of the Sea God's Pavilion!

The soldier hurriedly shook his head to explain, "No... it's not that, Elder Xie's physical injuries have been fully healed. The reason he has not awakened might have to do with a spiritual issue!"

Xue Yuntian didn't continue to inquire but instead commanded, "Take me to him now!"

As a Super Douluo Level powerhouse, what kind of spiritual problem could Elder Xie have?

He was eager to see whether these support-class Soul Masters had not treated him wholeheartedly!

The soldier was jolted into alertness and urged in consolation, "Your Majesty the Emperor, it's best for you to stay in the imperial palace. Who knows if the Ghost Emperor hasn't left yet and is waiting for a second attack!!"

This was a typical trick used by evil Soul Masters, waiting for their opponent to let their guard down before striking again…

Upon hearing these words, Xue Yuntian's eyes clearly betrayed a trace of anger, "Stop talking nonsense. Are you also planning to defy my orders?"

If the Ghost Emperor truly attacked again, then that would simply be the fate he was dealt!

He had made a breakthrough to God Rank, and as long as he willed it, there would always be an opportunity!!

The soldier hastened to bow his head, speaking with earnest fear, "Your Majesty, please forgive me. I will take you to Elder Xie's place at once!!"

Xue Yuntian let out a cold "Hmph," "This time you are spared from punishment, lead the way!"

The former extended his hand, "Your Majesty the Emperor, please..."

...

At this very moment, within the grand palace...

The rosy-cheeked Xie Xie lay quietly in bed...

Surrounding him stood dozens of the Douling Empire's most excellent support-class Soul Masters...

But upon closer observation, one would notice that their expressions were not so pleasant, they were also muttering to themselves...

"Something isn't right, not right at all. We have fully healed the injuries of this Elder of the Sea God Pavilion, so why hasn't he awakened!"

"Strange, I've treated so many Soul Masters, but this is the first time I've encountered a situation like today's. Could he have suffered from an unknown spiritual attack?"

"Impossible, according to what His Majesty the Emperor said, this Elder of the Sea God Pavilion didn't suffer a spiritual attack from the Ghost Emperor. I suspect that the cause is more likely due to excessive Soul Power depletion!"

"That's even more ridiculous. This Elder of the Sea God Pavilion is a Super Douluo level powerhouse. Even if his Soul Power is excessively depleted, with the strength of his physique, he would be able to recover in a short period of time!!"

"Damn it, then explain why he hasn't woken up until now? His Majesty the Emperor said that he must see him safe and sound!!"

The clashing of their opinions fueled no small amount of conflict...

At the same time, the door was suddenly pushed open...

Xue Yuntian, with a cold tone, said as he walked in, "I could hear your arguing from outside, what happened??"

Upon seeing him, everyone immediately reined in their thoughts, exclaiming in unison, "Your Majesty the Emperor!!"

Xue Yuntian glanced at them, repeating, "Answer the question I just asked!!"

The support-class Soul Masters involuntarily looked at each other, their faces showing some embarrassment...

Finally, one of the men braced himself to speak, "Your Majesty the Emperor, we were just discussing how to wake the Elder of the Sea God Pavilion!!"

Xue Yuntian nodded in acceptance, again inquiring, "So, what is the result??"

The man revealed a somewhat embarrassed look, "After our treatment, this Elder of the Sea God Pavilion's physical injuries have completely healed, however, for some unknown reason, he still cannot wake up!"

"We are still exploring the issue!"

Xue Yuntian sneered, "Are you exploring, or do you have no solution??"

"You all must be clear about one thing, each person present is among the greatest support-class Soul Masters of the Douling Empire, and yet gathered here today you cannot even save a single person, which would greatly disappoint me!"

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