Chapter 2881: Joining Forces_1
Seeing their expressions, Xue Yuntian knew his words had taken effect...
He spoke again, "It seems that everyone should now understand the gravity of the situation. However, if you think me, your emperor, too timorous, you are free to leave the imperial palace and go fight against the evil Soul Masters!"
At this moment, the Soul Masters finally changed their opinion of him, "Your Majesty the Emperor, we were too impulsive just now, and misunderstood your intentions. Please do not hold it against us!"
"That's right, that's right. We've always trusted in Your Majesty's decisions, and this time is no exception!"
"We were just concerned about the safety of Douling Empire, definitely no hard feelings toward Your Majesty!!"
"Having us defend the imperial palace is the right move. After all, the Ghost Emperor has always been lurking in the shadows; who knows if he might suddenly launch an attack!!"
Xue Yuntian nodded slightly, "Thank you for your understanding. If there's nothing else, you may leave now!"
With that said, the Soul Masters glanced deeply at him and then turned and left...
At this time, the Ultimate Douluo next to him frowned and said, "Your Majesty the Emperor, could it be that you had already anticipated this situation?"
From Xue Yuntian's previous words and actions, he had not shown a hint of panic.
Xue Yuntian let out a long sigh, "Is there a need to anticipate? The Douling Empire has come to such a state, and yet I've asked them to stay at the imperial palace!"
"Were it anyone else, they might feel some resentment. Being able to hold back until now is probably their limit!!"
The latter heard this and admired him greatly...
"You truly are deserving of the title of emperor, having thought so far ahead. It's just that I'm not sure if the defensive line formed by the soldiers will be able to withstand an attack from the evil Soul Masters!"
Xue Yuntian glanced at him, "It cannot withstand, but delaying for even a moment is also good!"
In his heart, he held no hope for the Douling Empire's soldiers!!
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Meanwhile, Tang Wulin and the others, who were rapidly advancing toward the Douling Empire, suddenly stopped in their tracks...
Tang Yinmeng spoke with a grave expression, "We haven't even entered the Douling Empire and can already feel a vast evil presence. It seems these are the evil Soul Masters transformed by the Ghost Emperor!"
Yuanen Yehui said in a deep voice, "Yes, and not only that, but this presence is still strengthening. It must be that they have devoured the blood essence of their own kind or their enemies!"
Although not an evil Soul Master himself, he knew that one could increase their strength by absorbing the blood essence of others.
Xie Xie spoke with a face full of disdain, "Hmph, they're all just a bunch of weaklings who rely on crooked paths to improve their strength. When it really comes down to fighting, they're just a bunch of soft persimmons!!"
Yue Zhengyu ran his fingers through his golden hair and retorted, "That might not be the case, don't forget the great disaster those guys have brought us in the past."
Tang Wulin nodded, "Zheng Yu is right. No matter what, we mustn't underestimate the evil Soul Masters. Numerous strong individuals have perished at their hands!!"
This statement, of course, was one everyone strongly agreed with...
Immediately after, Yue Zhengyu asked, "Wulin, are we going straight to the Douling Empire's defensive line, or to the imperial palace?"
Tang Wulin hesitated for a moment, then pondered, "In my view, let's head directly to the imperial palace. Traveling along the defensive line now, we'd probably be unable to catch up with the evil Soul Masters!"
"What does everyone think?"
Ya Li said softly, "I have no objections. Going directly to the palace also prevents the possibility of the Ghost Emperor launching an attack!!"
Tang Yinmeng pursed her lips, "I have no objections either. Since Wulin is the Pavilion Master, then let him decide!"
Suddenly, Yuanen Yehui's pupils contracted, exclaiming, "Wait a moment, everyone, sense carefully, it seems another group of powerful Soul Masters are approaching!!"
Without question, everyone chose to trust him and immediately spread their spiritual power around...
Soon enough, they indeed confirmed that a group of Soul Masters were rapidly approaching!!
Tang Wulin immediately barked, "Everyone, prepare for battle!!"
In an instant, everyone released their Martial Souls, all staring intently at what lay ahead...
Before long, En Ci, leading the powerful ones from the Xingluo Empire, appeared within their sight...
Upon seeing Tang Wulin and the others, En Ci spoke with slight surprise, "Are you from Shrek Academy??"
Standing at the forefront, Tang Wulin narrowed his eyes, "Yes, and who might you be?"
He always felt the other's voice was familiar, but he had no impression of it in his mind at all!
At that moment, Ya Li stepped forward and said indifferently, "Holy Dragon Douluo, long time no see!"
Having lived for hundreds of years, she naturally had met him before!!
Seeing her, En Ci confirmed his previous thought and nodded slightly, "So it's the Holy Spirit Crown, then this team must be the one from Shrek Academy sent to support the Dou Spirit Empire, right?"
With an expressionless face, Ya Li replied, "Exactly, but since the Holy Dragon Douluo mentioned that, I presume you are also here to support the Dou Spirit Empire!"
"In that case, since our goals align, why don't we travel together??"
En Ci glanced back at the Soul Masters and hesitated, "This... isn't that somewhat improper?"
Ya Li was not one to fuss, speaking offhandedly, "If the Holy Dragon Douluo isn't willing, then let's forget it!!"
Upon seeing this, En Ci hastily changed his tune, "Please wait a moment, Holy Soul Douluo; let me ask around!"
Having spoken, he immediately threw a meaningful glance at the other Soul Masters...
The crowd immediately caught on and chorused, "State Preceptor, it's up to you to decide, no need to consider our opinion!!"
The one with the strongest power naturally had the most say!
Upon hearing this, En Ci then turned his gaze back to Ya Li, "If that's the case, then I agree to Elder Ya Li's proposal, and will accompany the Elders of the Sea God Pavilion to the Dou Spirit Empire Imperial Palace!!"
Ya Li didn't say much, "Good, then let us head to the palace together!!"
At this time, Tang Wulin moved closer to her and whispered, "Elder Ya Li, is this alright? Going to the palace together with the team from the Xingluo Empire..."
Ya Li responded telepathically with her spiritual power, "Based on my understanding of the Holy Dragon Douluo, he is straightforward and upright, there should be no issues!"
Tang Wulin opened his mouth, "If Elder Ya Li says so, then I have no objections!"
He chose to trust her judgment!
And so, the members of the Sea God's Pavilion set off together with En Ci and the Xingluo Empire...
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At the front lines!
The soldiers of the Tiandou Empire, who were battling with the Evil Soul Masters, many had already shown the color of despair...
"Damn it, the power of these Evil Soul Masters is too overwhelming, sending us to block them is simply sending us to our deaths."
"Yeah, had I known, I wouldn't have come at all; this is not even a battle on the same level!!"
"What in the world is His Majesty the Emperor thinking by calling us here?? There's absolutely no chance of victory!!"
"Indeed, all I want now is to go back; I don't want to stay here, waiting for death!!"
They now had no will to fight, only wishing to flee from this place to avoid becoming yet another corpse on the ground!!
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