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Upon hearing this, Yang Wudi nodded solemnly.
"Your Highness, I only have two requests."
Before meeting Dai Chengfeng, Yang Wudi had planned to negotiate fiercely, seeking to secure as many benefits as possible for himself and the Breaking Clan.
After all, in Yang Wudi's eyes, Dai Chengfeng was merely the fourth prince of the Star Luo Empire—a "waste" with conflicting martial souls and soul rings…
But!
After witnessing Dugu Bo, a Title Douluo, willingly pledge allegiance to Dai Chengfeng, Yang Wudi completely changed his mindset.
Yang Wudi and Dugu Bo were old acquaintances, and he knew Dugu Bo's character well.
How could anyone who earned Dugu Bo's respect be ordinary?
Thus, Yang Wudi had already decided that even if he didn't gain much, he would still submit.
However, Yang Wudi still harbored a sliver of defiance in his heart.
He wanted to see what this so-called "greatest spear technique under heaven," hyped up by his younger brother, truly was.
Though he held no expectations whatsoever.
But after witnessing such an overwhelmingly powerful spear technique, Yang Wudi realized he was wrong—terribly wrong!
Dai Chengfeng's spear technique was extraordinary!
Its strength was beyond his comprehension…
He couldn't fathom how Dai Chengfeng managed to make his spear technique so overwhelmingly dominant and forceful!
Perhaps… this is the mark of a genius!
Yang Wudi shook his head, his eyes filled with admiration.
Meanwhile, Dai Chengfeng looked at Yang Wudi, sat back down, and calmly said, "Tell me, what are your two conditions?"
Yang Wudi gave a slight bow. "First, my Breaking Clan has been treated as expendable due to the weakness of Tang Hao and the Hao Tian Sect, leading to persecution and suppression by the Spirit Hall."
"I request the Star Luo Empire to provide shelter for my Breaking Clan."
Without hesitation, Dai Chengfeng nodded directly. "Naturally."
What Dai Chengfeng wanted was the entire Breaking Clan. After all, the clan excelled in alchemy, and almost every member was an invaluable talent to him. The more intact the Breaking Clan remained, the better.
The Hao Tian Sect was small and didn't require many medicinal pills, so the Breaking Clan was expendable to them.
But for the Star Luo Empire's millions of troops, the more medicinal resources, the better, and there was no fear of being unable to utilize them.
As for whether the Spirit Hall would refuse the Star Luo Empire this favor?
Bibi Dong was currently preoccupied with ascending to godhood and had little time for other matters unless Qian Daoliu intervened.
Otherwise, with Emperor Dai An of Star Luo, Grand Priest Zhu Hongye, both newly promoted to Title Douluos, along with Dugu Bo and Yang Wudi, there was nothing to worry about.
Would Qian Daoliu intervene?
Unless something happened to Qian Renxue, Qian Daoliu would never act; otherwise, the Breaking Clan would have been wiped out long ago.
Still, appearances mattered, and the Breaking Clan would need to remain hidden.
Seeing Dai Chengfeng agree without hesitation, Yang Wudi breathed a sigh of relief and spoke again.
"Second, I want your spear technique!"
At this moment, Yang Wudi gazed at Dai Chengfeng, his eyes burning with fervor.
"If my Breaking Clan can obtain your spear technique, our future combat power may not necessarily be weaker than those so-called top three sects!"
"In the future, my clan will undoubtedly serve you better!"
Dai Chengfeng looked at Yang Wudi, a playful smirk on his lips. "I can give it, but first, let's get one thing straight."
"My spear technique currently consists of only three moves, and if your clan cannot master them, don't blame me!"
Dai Chengfeng's White Tiger Overlord Spear Technique was almost entirely tailored to his own soul skills and cultivation method, making it the most suitable spear technique for him.
Even if given to the Breaking Clan, Dai Chengfeng believed they could at most grasp the first form, City Destroyer. The second form, Soaring Gust, required wind attributes, which the clan would struggle to master.
As for the third form, Supreme Intent?
Unless someone from the Breaking Clan possessed abilities like Dai Chengfeng—capable of perceiving others' soul power internally, having near-complete control over their body, and achieving the necessary mental state—it would be impossible to succeed.
Yet Yang Wudi showed no hesitation. "Your Highness, rest assured."
"A powerful self-created soul skill naturally comes with few techniques and extremely harsh cultivation requirements. I fully understand."
"Even if we can't cultivate it fully, gaining some insight will still bring immense benefits."
"Since Elder Yang Wudi understands this so clearly…" Dai Chengfeng nodded. "I agree."
"You may inform your clansmen to set out for the Star Luo Empire!"
Upon hearing this, Yang Wudi and Yang Wushuang exchanged glances, then immediately knelt on one knee. "We pay our respects to Prince Chengfeng!"
"I'll have Wushuang notify the clan shortly."
As he spoke, Yang Wudi raised his head, a faint smile on his face, leaning forward slightly. "Also, Your Highness calling me 'Elder Yang Wudi' feels too formal."
"In the future, you can call me Old Goat or Old Yang—it's fine."
Hearing this, Dai Chengfeng shook his head, not letting pride cloud his judgment.
After all, unwavering loyalty and mere allegiance were two entirely different things.
Thus, he offered a gentle smile. "Let's stick with Elder Yang."
With that, Dai Chengfeng stood up. "Elder Yang, do you have paper and a brush inside?"
Yang Wudi, seeing that Dai Chengfeng didn't treat him like a servant despite his submission, felt deeply satisfied. 'It seems my choice was correct!'
At the same time, he respectfully replied, "Yes, yes…"
"Follow me—I'll copy down my spear technique for you."
Upon hearing this, Yang Wudi's eyes instantly lit up with uncontainable excitement. He eagerly nodded, his voice trembling with anticipation:
"Please, Your Highness, lead the way."
Dai Chengfeng turned his gaze to Dugu Bo beside him. "Senior, wait a moment."
Dugu Bo remained calm, giving a slight nod.
At this moment, a figure clad in dark black armor suddenly rushed into the courtyard, hurrying to Dai Chengfeng's side.
Seeing the newcomer, Dai Chengfeng was slightly surprised. "Uncle Zhu, why are you here?"
Zhu Fan's expression was grave, his eyes tinged with urgency. "Chengfeng, disaster has struck—Xu Guotao… has been poisoned to death!"
"Xu Guotao was poisoned to death? Who did it?"
Dai Chengfeng's eyes widened in astonishment.
Though he had always intended to kill Xu Guotao, he was still considering how to act and hadn't made any moves yet…
And now Zhu Fan was telling him that Xu Guotao was already dead?
"Not His Majesty."
Hearing this, Zhu Fan's expression grew even graver.
"Not Father?"
Qian Renxue or Bibi Dong?
Instantly, these two names flashed through Dai Chengfeng's mind. After all, aside from himself, only these two individuals were capable of killing Xu Guotao.
Their purpose, naturally, was to frame him.
Xu Guotao had enmity only with Dai Chengfeng.
And just as Dai Chengfeng had returned, Xu Guotao died—poisoned, no less…
"And!"
"His Majesty also said you must return to Star Luo City immediately. The Spirit Hall has sent a letter, personally written by the Pope herself, addressed to you!"
While Dai Chengfeng was still pondering who killed Xu Guotao,
Zhu Fan spoke again, his words shocking.
"The widow of Bibi Dong, the Young Empress Pope, wrote me a letter? What merits do I have to deserve this?!"
Dai Chengfeng's eyes flickered with suspicion and bewilderment.
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