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"Father, congratulations on reaching Level 90! With this breakthrough, our Star Luo Empire has gained another Titled Douluo!"
Dai Weisi spoke excitedly. As soon as Dai Pojun absorbed one more spirit ring, he would become a true Titled Douluo, with his spirit power reaching Level 91.
Now, his mother, Zhu Yaqin, had also reached Level 86. When the two of them performed the Netherworld White Tiger together, their combined strength could rival that of a Super Douluo.
With the addition of his grandfather and grandmother, the Star Luo Empire now had two forces comparable to Super Douluo-level experts. Such a lineup was not inferior to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
Combined with the empire's hundreds of thousands of elite soldiers, it could be said that the Star Luo Empire had become the second most powerful force on the Douluo Continent—second only to Spirit Hall!
Even with the support of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, the Heaven Dou Empire could not quite match up to them.
"Husband, congratulations!" Zhu Yaqin said with a smile. Her joy was unmistakable now that her husband had become a Titled Douluo.
"Haha, wife, I didn't expect you to make a breakthrough as well. I believe you can become a Titled Douluo in the future too."
"Alright, alright. You two lovebirds should stop flirting here," Dai Tianxing chuckled. Then he added, "Pojun, now that your spirit power has reached Level 90, I'll take you to the Star Dou Forest to obtain your ninth spirit ring."
"Old man, why don't I go instead?" Zhu Lingyun suddenly interjected, pointing to a few prisoners on the ground.
"These prisoners won't escape, and Chrysanthemum Douluo can only be held here for about a month at most. You should stay and continue absorbing his spirit power—it shouldn't go to waste."
Dai Tianxing channeled his spirit power into Yue Guan to inspect him, then shook his head. "No need. Chrysanthemum Douluo was already severely injured, and now, after having his spirit power drained repeatedly by the three of us, less than one-twentieth of it remains. The rest should be left for my eldest grandson."
Two days earlier, after absorbing a large amount of spirit power, Dai Tianxing had successfully broken through to Level 92.
After such extensive draining, Yue Guan's spirit power was nearly depleted. Unless he actively meditated to recover it, the Dark Jade Divine Grass would begin absorbing his life force and martial soul origin instead—which would ultimately kill him.
But Yue Guan couldn't die yet—otherwise, the four spirit bones he carried would be lost.
Pausing briefly, Dai Tianxing continued, "I'll take Pojun to the Star Dou Forest. Old woman, you and Yaqin stay here and continue cultivating. I'll be back soon."
Zhu Lingyun nodded at his words and said, "Alright then. Old man, go quickly and come back soon."
"Got it."
With that, Dai Tianxing left the Star Luo Empire with Dai Pojun and headed toward the Star Dou Forest. Meanwhile, Dai Weisi continued absorbing Yue Guan's spirit power. And so, five days passed.
After five days, Yue Guan's spirit power was completely drained. Though he was still a Level 95 Titled Douluo in theory, he now had no spirit power left within him.
"Brother Weisi, Chrysanthemum Douluo's spirit power has been completely exhausted. My Dark Jade Divine Grass can now start absorbing his life force and martial soul origin. Do you want to proceed?"
"Hm…" Dai Weisi pondered for a moment and said, "Extract a portion of his martial soul origin for me, then stop. We'll wait until he recovers some spirit power before continuing."
"Alright."
Anna activated the Parasitic Seed spirit ability, forcibly extracting a portion of Yue Guan's martial soul origin and transferring it into Dai Weisi's body.
Yue Guan's martial soul was the Exquisite Celestial Chrysanthemum, so part of his martial soul origin was equivalent to consuming a small piece of that rare flower.
This significantly benefited Dai Weisi's body. Not only did it enhance his Indestructible Body, but his spirit power also rose to Level 58!
It was hard to believe he had managed to advance two full levels in just over ten days. Now, he had undoubtedly taken another step closer to becoming a Spirit Emperor.
If not for the risk of accidentally killing Yue Guan, Dai Weisi would have eagerly extracted all of his martial soul origin.
Dai Weisi quietly said, "Chrysanthemum Douluo's spirit power has been fully drained. From now on, I'll have to rely on my own cultivation."
He paused, then added, "Nana, you continue your training here. I'm heading back. It's been over ten days since I last saw my two wives—I wonder if they miss me!"
At this, Zhu Yaqin rolled her eyes and shot him a teasing glare. "Hmph, I guess you've been pining for that little Zhu Yun! You really have a daughter-in-law and forget your mother. Don't think I don't know you two have been partying until dawn every night."
Even Zhu Lingyun's cheeks flushed. She cleared her throat. "Grandson, though Grandma and I look forward to greeting our great-grandson, you must practice restraint! Such nonstop… activity can't be good for your health."
Dai Weisi looked mortified. "A-hem, Grandma, don't worry—I'll be more moderate."
With that, he slunk out of the prison block and returned to the Crown Prince's Manor to reunite with Zhu Zhuyun. As the old saying goes, "a brief parting is sweeter than a wedding," and Zhu Zhuyun greeted him like an affectionate puppy, launching herself up for kisses.
Dai Weisi couldn't—or rather, didn't want to—stop her. Who could resist such a beauty?
Meanwhile, on the lands of the Min Clan, two unexpected guests arrived.
"Ha! Old White Bird, what brings you here? You truly are an honored guest!" Yang Wudi laughed heartily at the elderly man before him.
The elder's face was lined with age and framed by wispy white hair, yet his warm smile made him seem approachable and kind. Beside him stood a young girl—slender, petite, and only slightly older than Zhu Zhuyun.
Her long, pastel-purple hair was tied into twin ponytails that swayed behind her. Tall and graceful, she had a delicately slim figure and exquisite features—if a bit thin—but she was scarcely less beautiful than Zhu Zhuyun or Zhu Zhiqing. Her bright eyes sparkled with curiosity as she took in the surroundings, surely her first visit to the Star Luo Empire.
"Ha, there's Xiangxiang! You only get more beautiful every time I see you," Yang Wudi praised with genuine admiration.
At his words, the girl—White Chenxiang—blushed and lowered her gaze shyly. "Hee hee, Grandfather Yang."
These two were none other than Bai He, leader of the Min Clan, and his eldest granddaughter, Bai Chenxiang.
"Ha! Old Goat," Bai He teased back, "I heard you've become the Soul-Destroying General of the Star Luo Empire. I was skeptical at first, so I had to see it for myself."
Yang Wudi chuckled. "Old White Bird, what made you decide to join the Star Luo Empire? And why are you lodged next to those ruins? Does the Star Emperor treat his heroes this way—quartering you beside rubble?"
"Don't say that," Bai He countered. "These are hallowed grounds where heroes fell. Were it not for those people, you might never have seen me again."
Yang Wudi then recounted the whole tale of the Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo's attack on the Alchemist Association.
Having heard every detail, Bai He's face darkened with indignation. "Spirit Hall truly has gone too far! You fled all the way to Star Luo City, and they still pursued you relentlessly!"
He sighed, then added, "The Star Emperor treats you well—sending his Imperial Guards to protect you. It seems your choice to join the Star Luo Empire was a wise one."
(End of Chapter)