69novels Chapter 165 Gu Yuena: Oh no, has my house been raided?
Chapter 165 Gu Yuena: Oh no, has my house been raided?
Chapter 165 Gu Yuena: Oh no, has my house been raided?
The raging, blood-red sea slowly receded, transforming into a pale crimson-gold hue, undulating gently in the invisible breeze, its surface shimmering.
After unleashing its full brilliance, the golden sphere suddenly dissipated, merging into the crimson-gold sea.
The Eye of Destiny, suspended above the sea, seemed to have been nourished by this, and began to radiate an unprecedentedly brilliant golden light.
The blood-red dragon, bound by the seven-colored chains, roared in despair under the golden light, struggling with all its might, but ultimately unable to break free. Its figure gradually became illusory until it shattered completely.
On the calm, crimson-gold sea, ripples gradually appeared, and Huo Yuhao, completely naked, slowly floated upwards from the seabed.
The Eye of Destiny in the sky sent down a golden beam the instant Huo Yuhao surfaced, lifting his body off the water and suspending him in mid-air.
At this moment, Huo Yuhao's body was shrouded in a hazy golden light, but the sharp-eyed Bingdi and Tianmeng could still see what they wanted to see through that thin halo.
Hyotei raised his hand in an annoyance and slapped Tenmu on the back of the head. "Why are you so engrossed in watching? Think about it again, with your small frame, can you even fit inside?"
"You won't even let me look, Bingbing, you're so domineering!" Tianmeng muttered softly, feeling wronged. "Besides, if I can't fit, do you think you can? You're not that much older than me."
After saying that, Tenmeng instinctively covered her bottom to prevent Hyotei from kicking her again.
But after waiting for a long time, the expected attack did not come.
Tenmu only saw Hyotei with his arms crossed, deep in thought.
After a long while, Hyotei's golden eyes suddenly lit up, and his tone was filled with joy.
"So Yuhao can go without clothes in the Sea of Spirituality."
"so what?"
Tianmeng blinked, her face full of confusion.
"You're so stupid, and you won't admit it." Hyotei chuckled, then a playful smile appeared on his lips.
"Gu Yuena can seal off the Sea of Spirit, preventing us from going out and disturbing her, but she also can't enter the Sea of Spirit!"
Following Bingdi's gaze, Tianmeng looked at Huo Yuhao, whose body was gradually receding into the light, revealing his angular physique. Her eyes immediately lit up as well.
"Bingbing, I understand. In the human world, this is called spiritual communion."
Beyond the realm of the spirit.
Gu Yuena, who was embracing Huo Yuhao and feeling the gradually calming boiling blood in his body, preparing to enjoy the sweet fruit of her hard work, suddenly felt a pang of unease when she saw Huo Yuhao, who showed no signs of waking up for a long time.
Not right.
Logically speaking, the riot of the Golden Dragon King's divine core has been suppressed by her, and the sea of consciousness should have returned to calm. There is no reason why Huo Yuhao's consciousness should not return.
Gu Yuena frowned slightly, and unconsciously tightened her grip on Huo Yuhao's arm.
An ominous premonition welled up from the depths of her heart without warning.
"Oh no, could it be... that my base has been raided?"
……
The following night.
The imperial study in the Xingluo Palace was still brightly lit.
Xu Jiawei leaned back on the dragon throne, closed his eyes, and rubbed his temples. He felt somewhat troubled by the series of events that had just occurred.
"Brother, what should we do next? Are we really just going to keep Dai Hao locked up like this?"
Xu Jiujiu, dressed in a purple gown, sat at her desk. Her face, which should have been bright and pretty, now bore a hint of weariness.
Anyone suddenly tasked with imprisoning the current White Tiger Duke and his White Tiger Guards would likely have to do the same.
Especially that teacher from Shrek Academy, who simply dumped that hot potato at the palace gate and left. It took Xu Jiujiu a long time of frantic activity to barely manage to resolve the matter.
She never expected that Huo Yuhao's earlier statement about "helping others maintain their dignity" meant this.
You've saved face, but the problem is, won't the Star Luo royal family have to clean up this mess for you?
Why isn't their royal family taking direct action against Dai Hao? Is it because they can't defeat him?
Xu Jiujiu's only consolation was that it was a teacher from Shrek Academy who had handed Dai Hao over. In the subsequent handling of the matter, they might be able to use Shrek Academy's prestige to minimize the negative impact of the incident.
"Jiujiu, I'm not thinking about Dai Hao right now."
Xu Jiawei sighed softly, opened his eyes, and his usually deep gaze was unusually filled with worry.
"Huo Yuhao has already discussed the matter of Dai Hao with me in detail. I have also sent Shattered Star Douluo to the western noble territories that colluded with Dai Hao to collect evidence of his treason."
Once the dust settles, and things are handled according to Huo Yuhao's plan, the White Tiger Duke's Mansion will no longer pose any danger to our Star Luo royal family. On the contrary, this opportunity can be used to remove several deeply rooted cancers that have plagued the country for many years.
Xu Jiawei was also surprised that Huo Yuhao could resolve Dai Hao, such a big problem, so decisively.
Even the evidence presented regarding the collusion between the White Tiger Duke's Mansion and several noble families on the western border was something that even their royal family had not yet obtained, which shocked him and made him realize that this vast empire had actually decayed to such an extent in secret.
Xu Jiujiu frowned slightly and subconsciously said, "Now that Huo Yuhao's side has been arranged, what are you still worried about, Your Majesty?"
Although the matter of the Hall Master's worship is heartbreaking, even so, the national strength of our Star Luo Empire still ranks first among the three great Douluo Empires.
Xu Jiawei shook his head.
"Jiujiu, what you said is right, but it's not comprehensive enough."
Xu Jiujiu was slightly taken aback, somewhat confused by Xu Jiawei's meaning.
Xu Jiawei's expression grew increasingly serious: "You should still remember Shrek Academy's performance in today's round-robin tournament, right?"
"Brother, today's Shrek Academy team battle against Yunluo Academy, and the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda that reappeared after ten thousand years, certainly caused a sensation, but that's not enough to..."
As he continued, Xu Jiujiu suddenly paused, his eyes flashing slightly.
"It seems you've finally realized it."
Xu Jiawei gave a wry smile. "Apart from the Nine Treasures Glazed Pagoda, which is the most eye-catching, the talents of the others are also quite abnormal."
You haven't forgotten that girl from the Zhu family, have you? What she's showing now is far more impressive than the intelligence we had before.
She lowered her eyes for a long time, her delicate eyebrows involuntarily furrowing tightly.
A few seconds later, her breathing quickened, and she abruptly looked up at her brother.
"Could it be... that Shrek Academy has found that treasure land from ten thousand years ago?"
As the land that gave birth to the first generation of Shrek Seven Devils, the immortal herbs it contains are no less than a stepping stone to godhood for today's Soul Masters.
"That should be the case." Xu Jiawei nodded first, then shook his head, and then said in a deep voice, "But the one who controls that treasure land is probably not Shrek Academy, but that mysterious Spirit Pagoda."
Upon hearing this, Xu Jiujiu pinched his chin and sighed softly:
"Why is it this Spirit Pagoda again? And judging from Huo Yuhao's performance that day, it doesn't seem like he could have reached that level just by eating the immortal herb. What secrets are hidden inside that mysterious Spirit Pagoda?"
As she finished speaking, she pursed her lips again.
"If I hadn't confirmed that Huo Yuhao was a pure human, I would have suspected that he was actually some kind of ferocious beast in human form."
"If you're curious, you can go and see the Spirit Pagoda for yourself after the Soul Master Competition ends."
Xu Jiawei recalled his conversation with Huo Yuhao in the evening, and looking at the helpless expression on Xu Jiujiu's face, he spoke with a hint of teasing amusement.
"Currently, our Star Luo Empire is weaker than the Heavenly Soul and Dou Ling Empires in terms of top-tier combat power. Given this rare opportunity for exchange, don't you want to do something more? Like, perhaps recruit Huo Yuhao to our Star Luo royal family?"
Hearing the teasing tone in her older brother's voice, Xu Jiujiu rolled her eyes in annoyance.
"Huo Yuhao and I are incompatible. He seems amiable, but deep down he's an extremely domineering person. Do you think he can tolerate others telling him what to do, given my style of doing things?"
Xu Jiawei shrugged helplessly and chuckled, "I thought you'd be unhappy about him having so many women around him?"
"hehe."
After a moment of awkward silence, Xu Jiujiu quickly steered the conversation back on track, saying with a serious expression:
"The Douling Empire has a level 97 Tianyang Douluo on the surface, but what about the Tianhun Empire? Besides, the Tianhun Empire has always been extremely conservative and has always been resistant to soul tools. If we really talk about comprehensive national strength and people's livelihood, our Xingluo should always be ahead of them."
Xu Jiawei shook his head and sighed softly, "If the Hall Master of the Offering Hall were still alive, I naturally wouldn't be so worried. Although the Shattered Star Douluo is in his prime, every breakthrough after the Super Douluo level is extremely difficult."
Although our great-grandfather is still alive, he is quite old after all. You should still remember Princess Vina of the Heavenly Soul Empire's royal family, right? I remember, you and she were quite close.
"Vina? What has she been up to lately?" Xu Jiujiu asked, his brows furrowed slightly, somewhat puzzled.
Xu Jiawei said softly, "She joined the Body Sect and even intends to make it the guardian sect of the Heavenly Soul Empire."
Xu Jiujiu's expression suddenly changed, his refined face filled with surprise: "Those people from the Body Sect, can they accept the Heavenly Soul Royal Family's control over them?"
Other reclusive sects might not have caused her to lose her composure like this, but the Body Sect not only acts without any taboos, but also possesses the strength to rival Shrek Academy.
If the Body Sect were to truly become the guardian sect of the Heavenly Soul Empire, it would likely have a significant impact on the current landscape of the continent.
Whether it will succeed or not is still uncertain.
Xu Jiawei's gaze deepened, and he said in a deep voice, "But without a doubt, the Douluo Continent is currently in a turbulent period, and perhaps a war that will sweep across the entire continent is not far off."
Xu Jiawei tapped his fingers lightly on the armrest of the seat, pondering to himself.
As the old emperor of the Sun Moon Empire grows increasingly ill, the pro-war faction within the country is gradually gaining control of the narrative; the Heavenly Soul Empire, contrary to its usual practice, has begun seeking cooperation with reclusive sects; while the Fighting Spirit Empire, located behind Star Luo and Heavenly Soul, is much more stable.
His gaze then fell upon Xu Jiujiu, who was also lost in thought, and he sighed softly:
"That's why I made Huo Yuhao agree to let you go to the Spirit Pagoda for a chat after the Soul Master Competition."
Even if you and Huo Yuhao can't be together in the future, I hope that our Star Luo royal family can still maintain a good relationship with the Spirit Pagoda.
After a long while, he let out a soft hum, his tone carrying a complex and indescribable emotion.
"Who knows if the Spirit Pagoda will become the next Shrek Academy, or even the Spirit Hall?"
Xu Jiawei looked at her and asked in return, "Do you think Huo Yuhao himself has any desire to become emperor?"
"He may not want to do it, but won't his subordinates later drape him in imperial robes?"
As he continued speaking, his tone suddenly became somewhat embarrassed and annoyed.
"When that time comes, that guy will probably find being an emperor too troublesome and would rather spend his time with his female confidantes. Who knows, he might be with one of them right now."
Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao, who was sitting in front of a small experimental table, focused on drawing the blueprints for the core array of the soul tool, sneezed several times uncontrollably.
Gu Yuena, who was lying in bed reading a storybook, frowned slightly upon seeing this.
"I already told you that you are weak right now, why bother to waste your energy on those things? You still have to put on that show with the Star Luo royal family afterwards. You've already captured Dai Hao, you might as well just kill him and be done with it."
Huo Yuhao felt his physique, strong enough to kill a soul beast with a single punch, and his lips twitched slightly.
"That's how the human world is, full of twists and turns. Sometimes, what seems like a simple approach can actually cause bigger problems later on. I think Di Tian understands this as well."
Upon hearing this, Gu Yuena angrily slammed the book shut and tossed it aside.
"You mean I've been asleep all this time and haven't managed the Star Dou Great Forest, so I don't understand these things?"
"I inherited the wisdom of the Dragon God. If I were in charge, the Star Dou Great Forest would have already suppressed your human society. Who knows, we might even have restored the glory of ancient times!"
"Okay, okay, you're the smartest."
Huo Yuhao's eyes did not leave the design drawings, and he gave a perfunctory reply.
Gu Yuena patted the empty space beside her. "It's late. Hurry up and put down that boring thing and come to my side. It's time to sleep. If you don't come over, I'll forcibly drag you here."
Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao suddenly jolted, his hand froze, and he looked up.
"You mean you really meant sleeping, right?"
Gu Yuena's voice became distant and melodious:
"I was originally planning to let you rest properly, but you were disrespectful to me just now, and I remembered what happened yesterday when those two guys stole your food. I have to make you understand that I am the sovereign of the soul beasts, and you are just the matriarch of the soul beasts."
Huo Yuhao's throat bobbed slightly. "...Is it too late for me to say I want to sleep alone?"
What do you think?
Looking at Gu Yuena's ambiguous smile, Huo Yuhao knew that tonight would be another intense and long sleepless night.
(End of this chapter)