Douluo 2: Transmigrated as an Evil Soul Master, Enemies of the World

As Ju Zi watched Xu Tianran's changing expression, a bad feeling suddenly crept into her heart.

His Majesty wouldn't take action against the Spirit Hall, would he?

Although the Spirit Hall has only recently been established, its strength is not to be underestimated.

The establishment of the Spirit Hall received the support of all the spirit beasts in the Star Dou Great Forest and the Demon Forest.

If the Spirit Hall were to unify the Douluo Continent, it would undoubtedly gain the support of all the spirit beasts.

At that time, let alone the Sun Moon Empire, even the combined strength of the three original kingdoms of the Douluo Continent and the Sun Moon Empire would not be easy for them to destroy the Spirit Hall.

Beings like the Beast God Di Tian are not people that ordinary people can withstand.

In the world today, the strongest is Death God Douluo Ye Xishui.

However, she has now become Ye Chen's teacher.

I wonder if Ye Xishui will side with the Sun Moon Empire or the Spirit Hall when the Sun Moon Empire and the Spirit Hall go to war.
Based on Ju Zi's understanding of Xu Tianran, he would absolutely not allow such a behemoth as the Spirit Hall to rise to power.

They will definitely try to contain or even eliminate it.

"Good, Orange, I didn't expect you to have become the Hall Master of the Spirit Hall in the Demon Forest. That's good."

"In that case, I don't need to worry too much. As long as the Spirit Hall doesn't do anything detrimental to the Empire, the Empire will support us with whatever we need for development, depending on the circumstances."

Xu Tianran quickly composed himself, smiled, and spoke to Ju Zi.

"Your Majesty, rest assured, Ye Chen has no ambition. He is just quite knowledgeable about martial spirits, which is why he established the Martial Spirit Hall and proposed the concept of soul spirits."

"I will report back to His Majesty after I have found out the specifics."

As Orange spoke, she too harbored doubts.

She had never heard of the word "soul" before, and Ye Chen had never mentioned it to her.

The sudden announcement of the Spirit Hall's establishment and the appointment of her as the Spirit Hall Master of the Demon Forest was also unexpected for Ju Zi.

She held the title of Hall Master, but she knew nothing about the internal workings of the Spirit Hall.

She felt unworthy of the title of Palace Master.

At this point, she already had an idea: she couldn't accept this title.

I wonder if the Emperor will ever take notice of me.

Xu Tianran was indeed a powerful and ruthless figure, but he was also a human being.

In his early years, his younger brother attempted to assassinate him, nearly killing him.

It was Orange who risked serious injury to bring him out.

Over the years, he has had countless powerful figures and confidants around him, but the one he trusts most is actually only Orange.

But Orange knew that Xu Tianran was a terrifying person.

Once he senses a crisis, even Orange herself will become his pawn and the target of his elimination.

Because she understood Xu Tianran, Ju Zi did her best to be respectful in front of him.

Because Ju Zi knew that if she didn't act even slightly submissive, Xu Tianran would immediately become suspicious.

Then eliminate her without hesitation.

"Okay, hurry up and get this done. Right now, there's another thing I need you to do!"

Xu Tianran looked at the orange, smiled slightly, and spoke again.

"Your Majesty, is there anything you need me to do?"

Orange bowed slightly, behaving with utmost respect.

She referred to herself as "your concubine" because Xu Tianran, in his presumptuousness, bestowed upon her the title of Empress.

Although Ju Zi hinted at her unwillingness, she only wanted to be loyal to Xu Tianran and was willing to become his servant.

However, Xu Tianran still declared that Ju Zi was the Empress of the Sun Moon Empire.

Although Xu Tianran was no longer able to have sexual relations, Ju Zi was actually very dissatisfied with the title of Empress.

She also disliked the term "臣妾" (chenqie, meaning "your subject or concubine").

Because her heart was always filled with the image of another man.

But she had no choice; she couldn't show the slightest disrespect to Xu Tianran.

Xu Tianran's expression turned serious, and he said in a deep voice:
"Before you returned from the edge of the far north, the ministers jointly submitted a petition to me, requesting something."

Orange frowned, a cold glint appearing in her beautiful eyes:
"What has caused Your Majesty such distress? Who is troubling Your Majesty? I will go and eliminate him!"

Her performance was flawless.

Xu Tianran waved his hand, shook his head, and said:

"Who dares to threaten me on other matters?"
However, it is indeed difficult to silence public opinion on this matter, as everyone is also considering the interests of the Emperor and the Sun Moon Empire.

The ministers petitioned that I, while still in my prime, should establish an heir apparent as soon as possible.

Upon hearing the words "establish an heir apparent early," Ju Zi's delicate body couldn't help but tremble.

He subconsciously looked at Xu Tianran.

Xu Tianran is no longer able to have sexual relations with men. Without children, how can an heir apparent be established?
The ministers clearly wanted Xu Tianran to have an heir as soon as possible so that the family line could continue.

If the ministers knew that Xu Tianran was no longer able to have children, they would probably try to find a way to establish another monarch.

This matter is of great importance, what should we do?

A bitter smile appeared on Xu Tianran's face:
"My secret is known only to you. How can I establish an heir apparent under such circumstances? Moreover, since I ascended the throne, you have been my only empress. I have never taken any concubines besides you."

To outsiders, it looks like a loving couple, but you know the real reason.

At this point, Xu Tianran felt immense pain in his heart.

The emperor of the mighty Sun and Moon Empire could only have an empress with whom he could not consummate his marriage.

It can be said to be untrue.

Could any monarch or emperor tolerate this?

He didn't only have one queen, Orange, because he was devoted to her.

It's not that it's impossible.

Otherwise, as a man, as the emperor of the Sun and Moon Empire, he also wanted to have a harem of three thousand beauties.

Moreover, she also wanted to have many princes and princesses.

A look of sadness and pain appeared on Orange's face; she felt sorry for Xu Tianran.

Of course, Ju Zi knew that Xu Tianran was unable to have sex because he had suffered severe injuries back then.

He would never want so many concubines. Not only would he not be able to use them all, but the sheer number of people and their gossip would also cause a lot of trouble.

This is related to his rule over the Sun and Moon Empire.

And the dignity of being a man.

Orange remained silent; at this moment, she didn't know what to say.

This concerns Xu Tianran's reputation.

A man's face should be respected, whether in public or in private.

Otherwise, she would definitely bring unbearable disaster upon herself.

Xu Tianran sighed and said:

"Now, we must have a child, preferably a boy, to silence the gossip. Even if it's not a boy, as long as we have a child, we won't have to worry about what those ministers say."

Therefore, after you have figured out the situation of the Spirit Hall as soon as possible, you should stay in the palace.

"You remain the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, but you yourself should refrain from going to the battlefield for now. First, give me a child."

"This……"

Ju Zi stared blankly at Xu Tianran, then, as if she had thought of something, whispered:

"Does Your Majesty mean we should adopt one?"

Since Xu Tianran is unable to have sexual relations with men, he naturally needs to adopt someone.

Otherwise, where would the children come from?

At this point, this was the only possibility that Orange could think of.

Xu Tianran shook his head and snorted coldly:
"Adopt one? Those old fogies from the previous dynasty are keeping an eye on me. How can I hide an adoption from them? They have people in the Imperial Hospital."

This matter cannot be allowed to fail, so we must do it properly. Remember? Last time I told you that I could find a way to implant a seed in your body and let it take root and sprout. Although I am impotent, I can obtain such a seed from my relatives for you. You will give birth to this child, and that child will be my future heir.”

Upon hearing Xu Tianran's words, Ju Zi froze for a moment, then turned pale with shock.

He quickly knelt down on the ground with a thud.
"No, Your Majesty, you mustn't!"
How can I have someone else's child?

I am your orange, and I can only be your orange.

No, I disagree!

Orange simply cannot accept this kind of operation.

She felt a sudden panic.

Ye Chen's image flashed through her mind, and she felt deeply guilty.

If she really did as Xu Tianran suggested, she would feel very sorry for Ye Chen.

How to do?
She was in complete turmoil!
Although she and Ye Chen are not currently in a romantic relationship, she has already fallen in love with him.

No other man could catch her eye.

Having fallen in love with Ye Chen, she naturally wanted to remain chaste for him.

So now, although she has long been crowned Empress of the Sun and Moon Empire by Xu Tianran.

But Xu Tianran never touched her hand.

Every time Xu Tianran tried to take action or make a move, she skillfully deflected and avoided it.

Xu Tianran was surprised to see such a strong reaction from Ju Zi.

A look of emotion appeared on his face as he looked at the orange.

This was the first time Orange had defied his orders since he rescued her years ago.

But this act of defiance greatly satisfied his vanity.

He liked these oranges even more.

He was even more convinced that Orange was absolutely loyal to him.

Xu Tianran sighed and said:

"If possible, no one would want their wife to be pregnant with another man's child, but there is no other way to do this, so as to silence the gossip."

After a pause, Xu Tianran said with some difficulty:

"I have already chosen the person. He is a genuine member of the royal family, a distant cousin of mine. Because of his mutated martial soul, he is not even a soul master and has an extremely low status in the royal family."

No one else can know about this except you. I will have someone teach you how to do it. You take the seed from him, plant it in your own body, and then kill him on the spot. That way, no one will know this secret.

Don't worry, I am impotent. The child you bear will be our child, and I will raise him as my own son. In the future, he will be the next emperor of the Sun Moon Empire. By the time I abdicate and he ascends the throne, the Douluo Continent will have been completely unified by us.

At that time, he will be the master of the entire Douluo Continent, an emperor who unifies the world.

At this point, Xu Tianran put his hands behind his back, revealing a hint of confidence and pride.

Orange raised her head and looked sadly at Xu Tianran:
"Your Majesty, is there no other way? I really don't want to bear children for someone else. I belong only to Your Majesty, and I only want to bear children for Your Majesty!"

When Ju Zi said this, she was in immense pain and felt utterly ashamed to say it.

But in order not to arouse Xu Tianran's suspicion, and not to give him the slightest doubt.

I have to say it.

Seeing that the orange had once again defied his wishes, Xu Tianran narrowed his eyes, his face froze, and he said in a deep voice:
"Alright, it's decided then. Do you think I wanted this? I'm just as heartbroken. Fortunately, with that solution, at least you won't be touched by other men."

"Go and prepare. I'll have someone teach you what to do right away. I've had the imperial physician assess your health; these next few days are the best time to conceive."

"Yes."

Orange's body trembled. After hesitating for a moment, she finally agreed and respectfully kowtowed.

She could clearly sense that Xu Tianran was angry.

If she is refused again, it will be a disaster for her.

After bowing respectfully to Xu Tianran, Ju Zi slowly withdrew.

Once outside, the expression on Orange's face gradually turned wistful.

But a hint of coldness flashed subtly in the depths of her eyes.

She knew perfectly well that, no matter what, she was just Xu Tianran's tool.

Even the most intimate tool is still just a tool.

She'll have to find a way to get rid of this tool's identity sooner or later.

For now, let's just treat it as a tool of obedience.

……

After leaving, Ju Zi immediately made preparations and began arranging for people to investigate the situation of the Spirit Hall.

She led her people and personally went to the Spirit Hall branch in the Demon Forest.

"Ye Chen, why did you make me the Hall Master of the Spirit Hall in the Demon Forest? I'm not capable. I haven't done anything and I'm not qualified."

After meeting Ye Chen, Ju Zi said this as soon as possible.

"You are the commander-in-chief of the Sun Moon Empire's three armies. Who else but you is qualified to be the temple master?"

Ye Chen said this.

He is the master of the main hall, and there should be a master of each of the two branch halls to make sense.

The reason for making Ju Zi the temple master of the Demon Forest was actually to reduce Xu Tianran's suspicions.

From this perspective, it's actually a bit of a rip-off with the oranges.

But Ye Chen felt that this wouldn't harm the oranges, so he didn't pay any attention to it.

"Ye Chen, I absolutely cannot accept this title. In fact, I cannot hold any position in the Spirit Hall. Otherwise, His Majesty the Emperor will surely become suspicious of me."

Orange took a deep breath and voiced her concerns.

She knew what Ye Chen meant, but she still couldn't do that.

Becoming the head of a branch of the Spirit Hall without any apparent reason would likely lead Xu Tianran, with her naturally suspicious nature, to suspect that she had secretly established the Spirit Hall.

The Spirit Hall's power belongs to her, Ju Zi.

After all, Ye Chen didn't have the ability to build such a powerful Spirit Hall.

If Xu Tianran were to suspect her in this way, he might think that she harbored rebellious intentions.

The Spirit Hall is her private force.

It will definitely pose a great threat to the Sun and Moon Empire.

"Uh... I didn't think of that point. Sorry. Alright, I'll announce right now that I am the Lord of the Demon Forest."

Anyway, the Spirit Hall in the Demon Forest is the main hall, and the one in the Star Dou Great Forest is a branch hall.

After hearing what Ju Zi said, Ye Chen immediately realized the seriousness of the problem and agreed.

Then they immediately arranged for someone to announce it to the world.

After learning some details, Orange left.

Upon returning to the Sun Moon Empire's palace, she reported the situation to Xu Tianran.

Xu Tianran let out a long sigh of relief and reiterated that as long as the Spirit Hall stood on the side of the Sun Moon Empire, the royal family would definitely give its full support.

At this point, Orange also breathed a sigh of relief.

At least for the time being, Xu Tianran will not have much doubt about the Spirit Hall.

This time, Orange stated even more firmly that the Spirit Hall would not covet the Sun Moon Empire and would not oppose the royal family.

Once it is discovered that the Spirit Hall has done anything detrimental to the Sun Moon Empire.

Orange was the first to disagree.

This allowed Xu Tianran to temporarily stop worrying about the Spirit Hall.

Seven days later, the entire army of the Sun and Moon Empire that had remained on the edge of the far north returned.

They mined out all the remaining mineral veins on the edge of the far north and successfully purified them.

Upon returning, under Orange's arrangement, all the refined rare metals were stored in the warehouse for use in the upcoming war. (End of Chapter)