radicalducati Chapter 278 Huo Yuhao: Aunt Leng, please don't do anything rash!
Chapter 278 Huo Yuhao: Aunt Leng, please don't do anything rash!
Chapter 283 Huo Yuhao: Aunt Leng, please don't do anything rash!
As expected of the eldest princess of the Star Luo Empire, Xu Jiujiu grew up under the influence of the royal family, and every word and action of hers carries an innate political acumen.
Even when facing an unfathomable and powerful stranger, her mind still worked incredibly fast.
Regardless of how strong this senior is, just based on Grandma Manyi's reaction as if facing a formidable enemy, it is enough to conclude that the opponent's strength is at least at the level of a Title Douluo, and far above Grandma Manyi.
With such a powerful figure sitting right in front of her, if she didn't try to win him over, she, as the Princess of Xingluo, would truly be derelict in her duty.
There's no harm in asking, and what if they agree?
Leng Yaozhu didn't have a bad impression of Xu Jiujiu to begin with, and after getting to know her, she found that the princess was generous and proper in her actions, clever in her mind, and not annoying.
She smiled and shook her head, her tone frank: "I have no interest in serving as an honorific for the Star Luo royal family."
"Moreover, this level nine soul tool was not made by me."
She naturally sensed the probing in Xu Jiujiu's words. The princess had deliberately steered the conversation from the soul tools at the auction to the Starry Glaze, and then casually threw the topic back to her.
She simply wanted to confirm whether her teacher, Huo Yuhao, was the same Soul Master who created this powerful Level 9 Soul Tool.
Xu Jiujiu did indeed harbor such thoughts, after all, Huo Yuhao had previously stated that all his knowledge of soul tools came from his teacher.
If Leng Yaozhu is indeed that Soul Master, then she is not only a powerful Soul Master, but also a Level 9 Soul Master capable of rivaling the Mingde Hall Master of the Sun Moon Empire. Such a talent would be of immeasurable value to the Star Luo Empire.
Before the fleeting surprise in Xu Jiujiu's eyes could fully surface, Leng Yaozhu added unhurriedly, "Yuhao doesn't only have me as a teacher."
Xu Jiujiu slightly parted her red lips, her bright eyes blinking, clearly quite shocked by the information.
Huo Yuhao took in Xu Jiujiu's changing expressions and felt that the time was right.
So he stood up and said solemnly, "Princess Jiu Jiu, I forgot to introduce in detail earlier. The one who taught me about soul tools was actually another teacher of mine, a level nine soul master, a level ninety-eight super Douluo, and the titled Illusion Brain."
Upon hearing this, Xu Jiujiu's pupils suddenly contracted.
A level nine Soul Master and a level ninety-eight Super Douluo—either one title would be enough to shake a region, let alone the combination of both in one person.
Before she could process this information, Huo Yuhao had already turned to the side and solemnly gestured to Leng Yaozhu: "And this is my teacher who taught me martial soul cultivation. She comes from a reclusive family, is a level 99 Limit Douluo, and is titled Heavenly Phoenix."
Upon hearing this, Manyi's expression changed drastically as she stood behind Xu Jiujiu.
Although she had already sensed that Leng Yaozhu's aura was unfathomable, she never dared to guess at that level.
A cold sweat broke out on Manyi's back instantly, and she secretly felt lucky.
Fortunately, he didn't actually make a move, otherwise he probably wouldn't have been able to withstand even one of the opponent's attacks.
Huo Yuhao and Leng Yaozhu came to Xingluo City specifically to demonstrate their strength.
Therefore, Huo Yuhao revealed Leng Yaozhu's true cultivation level without any hesitation, and the effect was indeed quite good.
Across from them, Xu Jiujiu and Manyi visibly stiffened, and then their faces simultaneously showed undisguised shock.
Both of them were of extraordinary status and position, and normally very few things could shock them so much.
But what exactly is the concept of a Limit Douluo?
That is the existence at the very top of the entire continent, an unparalleled powerhouse who may only appear once every hundred years, a peak combat force capable of taking on an entire nation single-handedly.
Therefore, it is perfectly normal for the two of them to show such shocked expressions upon hearing that Leng Yaozhu was actually a Limit Douluo.
Xu Jiujiu and Manyi's gazes fell back on Leng Yaozhu, but this time, their eyes were completely different from before.
All previous emotions were replaced by a single emotion at this moment: awe.
Xu Jiujiu was noticeably more reserved. She bowed respectfully to Leng Yaozhu once again, her tone filled with utmost solemnity: "Your Majesty the Heavenly Phoenix is actually a Limit Douluo. I was very impolite just now."
Leng Yaozhu waved her hand dismissively, her expression remaining as easygoing and indifferent as before.
She's not here to put on airs or intimidate anyone. Demonstrating strength is one thing, but scaring her partners into silence is quite another.
She smiled and said in a relaxed tone, "Sit down, there's no need to be so nervous. I just happened to be passing by, so please continue as usual."
After a long while, she sat down again as instructed, but her posture was completely different from before.
She had been leaning back on the sofa with elegance and composure, looking relaxed and at ease.
Now, however, he only had one buttock touching the edge of the sofa, his body slightly leaning forward, his hands folded on his knees, in a posture of listening attentively.
Manyi remained standing behind Xu Jiujiu, her back ramrod straight, her hands hanging at her sides, her posture even more respectful than before.
Her gaze toward Leng Yaozhu held not only awe, but also a complex and indescribable envy.
When she was young, Man Yi was a renowned genius with innate full soul power. She embarked on the path of cultivation with great ambition and once set her sights on becoming the Limit Douluo.
But as time went by, reality extinguished her ambitions like buckets of cold water, and every step after becoming a Title Douluo became extremely difficult.
After being stuck at this level for decades without making any progress, she finally realized that the goal was not an unattainable star for her, but an illusion that could never be touched.
Now, seeing a living, breathing Limit Douluo standing before her, she was filled with mixed emotions—respect, envy, and a touch of bitterness that she couldn't quite put her finger on.
Leng Yaozhu looked at the two people opposite her who were still reserved and chuckled inwardly. She said, "The Spirit Pagoda was founded by Yuhao. We elders will not interfere too much."
"However, if you need anything during your cooperation with the Star Luo Royal Family, you can raise it with them as usual."
"We will not stand idly by and offer any assistance we can."
These words were spoken casually, yet they carried immense weight.
The first part of the sentence indicates that the Spirit Pagoda is Huo Yuhao's property and will not be subject to change due to interference from elders.
The second half of the sentence reassured the Star Luo royal family that although Huo Yuhao was in charge of the Spirit Pagoda, the power behind him was always there.
Xu Jiujiu nodded quickly, his tone becoming even more solemn than before: "Your Majesty, rest assured, our cooperation with Young Master Huo has always been smooth, and I believe it will be even smoother in the future."
As she said this, she was actually feeling a sense of melancholy in her heart.
Before tonight, the relationship between the Star Luo Royal Family and Huo Yuhao was less of a collaboration and more of a promising investment.
Huo Yuhao's talent is indeed outstanding, and the idea of the Spirit Pagoda is indeed novel, but he is ultimately just a fourteen-year-old boy. With such a partner, the Star Luo Royal Family naturally stands on the stronger side.
But after meeting Leng Yaozhu today, everything changed.
The significance of this collaboration has been redefined, and the positions of both parties have quietly shifted.
Even if Huo Yuhao were standing here alone, the Star Luo Royal Family would never dare to show the slightest contempt.
Because behind him stands a Limit Douluo.
Moreover, Huo Yuhao just mentioned that he has another teacher, a level 9 Soul Master of level 98.
Moreover, a hidden force capable of cultivating a Limit Douluo must possess unimaginable resources and a vast number of powerful individuals. No matter how arrogant the Star Luo royal family is, they must still take it seriously.
Looking at Xu Jiujiu's respectful yet proper demeanor, Leng Yaozhu became even more satisfied with this well-mannered princess.
She suddenly changed the subject, smiling as she said, "Since you and Yuhao are now in a cooperative relationship, there's no need to be so polite with 'Young Master Huo.' Just call him Yuhao; it sounds more friendly."
Xu Jiujiu was slightly taken aback upon hearing this, and for a moment she didn't quite understand the meaning behind Leng Yaozhu's words.
Was this just a casual remark from an elder, or a deeper implication?
She didn't have time to ponder it carefully, but since the Limit Douluo had spoken, she couldn't refuse.
So she turned her head and looked at Huo Yuhao openly, a slight smile on her lips, her tone carrying just the right amount of playfulness: "Then—Yuhao, shall I call you that from now on?"
Huo Yuhao maintained a polite smile on his face, but secretly he quickly sent a voice message to Leng Yaozhu, his tone full of helplessness: "Aunt Leng, please don't do anything rash."
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