Chapter 3271: Influence_1
Hearing this unexpected response, Dai Yueyan's brows involuntarily furrowed, "State Preceptor, isn't this a bit inappropriate? If Hall Master Tang has truly attained God Rank, and we show no gesture at all, wouldn't that be quite discourteous?"
Although they were opponents in the past, the status of the other party had undergone a drastic change, and naturally, they could no longer be treated the same way as before!
Standing next to him, Dai Yun'er similarly held this view, echoing, "State Preceptor, I also think so. If Hall Master Tang successfully breaks through, then the Ghost Emperor is likely no match for him, and the future landscape may change as a result!"
En Ci bit his lip, "This..."
If both His Majesty the Emperor and Her Royal Highness the Princess think so, could it be that it is really his own idea that is flawed?
Eventually, his thoughts wavered...
"Very well, then let's send a general to Soul Land, which should suffice to show the Xingluo Empire's regard!"
Dai Yueyan nodded slightly, "Mm, let's do that!"
It was then that En Ci looked towards the soldiers standing outside the imperial palace, motioned one to come closer, and murmured a few words...
The soldier took a deep breath, "Yes, State Preceptor, I will notify them right away!"
Having said that, he signaled to those present and then withdrew...
It was then that Dai Yueyan asked, "State Preceptor, may I know which general you are dispatching?"
A confident expression crossed En Ci's face, "Regarding that, Your Majesty the Emperor need not worry, it is someone I greatly trust!"
Dai Yueyan, knowing what was appropriate, did not press further, "That's very good!"
At the moment, his mood was uneasy, he both hoped for Tang Wulin to succeed in his breakthrough, but also feared the implications of such success!
In summary, the Xingluo Empire must never become an enemy to Shrek Academy!
Having received affirmation, En Ci also stood up, bowing with his hands clasped, "Then, Your Majesty the Emperor, I shall take my leave."
"Should there be relevant intelligence, I will personally come to report."
But Dai Yueyan spoke to stop him, "Wait, State Preceptor, you don't have any other pressing matters to attend to, do you?"
En Ci paused, "What do you mean by that, Your Majesty the Emperor?"
Dai Yueyan gave a slight smile, "If the State Preceptor does not have important matters to address, then please stay here and, with me... with us, reminisce for a while!"
Dai Yun'er, seeming to understand something, interjected, "Yes, State Preceptor, it is not often that I return to the Xingluo Empire, you wouldn't decline our company, would you?"
Now, the only one they could have such a conversation with as before was this former teacher!
En Ci opened his mouth but ultimately did not refuse...
"With both Your Majesty the Emperor and Her Royal Highness the Princess saying so, naturally I have no reason to decline!"
...
Meanwhile!
In the Douling Empire!
The Ghost Emperor, who was seated on the throne, suddenly stood up, his eyes turning blood-red...
The other evil Soul Masters didn't know what was going on but out of fear of the former, they all knelt down on the ground...
Making themselves as small as possible, they dared not meet his gaze...
However, the Ghost Emperor completely ignored them, licked his thin lips, and said in a chilly tone, "That presence that just appeared, it was that guy called Tang Wulin!"
And if I'm not mistaken, he's trying to break through to God Rank!
Standing next to him, a figure dressed in a black robe, a Soul Master who had reached the level of Ultimate Douluo, spoke suddenly, "Sect Hierarch, this foolish human must be trying to attain God Rank, hoping to stand against you!"
"Shall we send some to interfere?"
During this period, the evil Soul Masters had all been staying in the Dou Spirit Empire!
But that doesn't mean they did nothing; they had secretly planted their pieces among various forces long ago!
It was so they could always be informed of the major powers' movements!
The Ghost Emperor hesitated for a moment, then sneered, "Hmm... it's not exactly impossible. Let's just give him a little surprise."
This Tang Wulin is indeed a naive fellow. Not everyone can break through to God Rank!!
Even if he is the Sea God's own son, in today's Lower Realm, his success in breaking through is not guaranteed!
And should he fail, he will suffer backlash of varying degrees!
The Ultimate Douluo's pupils shrank beside him. "Sect Hierarch, I understand!"
In an instant, his whole being melded into the darkness and disappeared...
Only then did the Ghost Emperor turn his gaze toward the evil Soul Masters kneeling in orderly rows below, cursing irritably, "A bunch of idiots, can't you use your brains a bit?"
If they had provoked him, they would have long since become cold, dead bones, let alone still be alive!!
Although it was cursing, not one of these evil Soul Masters dared to express the slightest grievance. Instead, upon standing up, they said with grateful tones, "Thank you, Sect Hierarch!"
Fortunately, the Sect Hierarch did not punish them, otherwise, death was certain today!!
The Ghost Emperor raised an eyebrow. "Right, the tasks I assigned you, have they all been completed?"
He hadn't paid attention to them for a while and suddenly became interested!
The leading evil Soul Master mustered the courage to respond, "Reporting to the Sect Hierarch, we have completed the tasks you commanded, without a hint of error!"
The Ghost Emperor glanced at him and motioned with a crooked finger, "Oh? Come here!"
Upon hearing this, the former hesitated for a moment...
But after a few seconds, he clenched his teeth and approached the Ghost Emperor, then bowed deeply...
Seeing this, the Ghost Emperor also extended his hand onto his head...
Terrible Divine Power was instantly injected into it...
"Ahhhhhhhh!!"
The expression of the evil Soul Master instantly contorted as if he was undergoing immense torture...
Although the rest of the evil Soul Masters began to tremble, they dared not move an inch...
Finally, after enduring several minutes, the Ghost Emperor released his hand...
The evil Soul Master who had returned to his senses "thud" collapsed onto the ground, his eyes dull and lifeless...
Clearly, having undergone the Ghost Emperor's "Soul Search," his consciousness could no longer maintain itself...
It was then that the Ghost Emperor nodded in approval, "Not bad, very well done!"
As these words were spoken, the evil Soul Masters looked at one another, their eyes evidently filled with fear...
Even having completed the task according to orders, the Ghost Emperor still struck hard; that was the true essence of terror!
"What, do you think what I did was wrong??"
The evil Soul Masters quickly refuted, "No... not at all, Sect Hierarch, whatever we have today, we owe to you."
"And for this man to die by your hand is his honor!"
"Exactly, exactly, you're our master, Sect Hierarch, and anything goes!!"
The Ghost Emperor's gaze lingered on each one of them as he sneered, "Heh, so that means you too wish to die by my hand??"
In an instant, the entire imperial palace fell deadly silent; obviously, no one wished to seek death over those words!!
Seeing the tense atmosphere, the Ghost Emperor waved his hand, "Alright, I didn't take this man's life, just checking for your loyalty!"