Mushroom Man

Chapter 328 Hey, can we reconcile?
They swore brotherhood by bowing eight times?!

Prince Ao Tang's sudden remark startled everyone present.

At this moment, Ao Miaoyin and Huang'er were still in shock at the fact that Wu Liang had defeated Prince Ao Tang.

Now, upon hearing that Prince Ao Tang not only did not hold a grudge, but even intended to become sworn brothers with Wu Liang, he was surprised to learn that Prince Ao Tang had not held a grudge.

It's easy to imagine how chaotic their thoughts were at that moment.

The incomprehensible, unbelievable absurdity instantly surfaced in the minds of everyone present.

Huang'er reacted the most strongly to this.

'How...how is this possible?'

'Why would Prince Ao Tang even consider befriending this cunning human mushroom master?'

'He is the most treacherous, cunning, greedy, and utterly wicked human!'

'Isn't Prince Ao Tang the one who despises humans the most?'

'how so……'

Huang'er was stunned, her heart was in turmoil, and her mind went blank.

The impact of Prince Ao Tang's desire to become sworn brothers with Wu Liang was no less than that of Wu Liang defeating Prince Ao Tang.

At that moment, she was even somewhat bewildered and at a loss.

Now, Prince Ao Tang, whom she had persuaded to join her, has also been bewitched by that cunning human mushroom master, and is now obsessed with becoming sworn brothers with him.

In this situation, she seemed to find herself in an awkward position, caught between a rock and a hard place.

If Prince Ruotang really befriends that cunning human mushroom master, what should she call him?
Logically speaking, as the eldest prince of the Dragon Palace, Prince Ao Tang's brothers must have been of a higher status than these maids and servants.

At that time, Wu Liang could even be considered her nominal master in some respects.

Calling him Commander Wu is not an exaggeration at all...

The reason she dared to target Wu Liang, a quasi-master of alchemy, was because he was easy to bully, had no status, and no backing.

Previously, Wu Liang was merely a guest of the Dragon Palace.

Even with Princess Miaoyin and the Silver Dragon King protecting her, Huang'er was not frightened.

After all, Huang'er knew Princess Miaoyin's personality better than anyone.

She was confident that even if something went wrong, given the princess's previously weak nature, she would only scold her a couple of times.

And the Silver Dragon King goes without saying.

Everyone in the Dragon Palace knows that the Silver Dragon King is weak, easily bullied, and extremely benevolent.

Huang'er has made mistakes before, and even accidentally killed the Silver Dragon King's beloved little goldfish. In the end, wasn't he still forgiven?
In Huang'er's eyes, Wu Liang, this human mushroom master, was no different from the little goldfish from back then.

In the outside world, humans may have great influence and be extremely noble, despising other races and regarding dragons as lowly slaves.

But in this Dragon Palace, dragons are the masters, and their positions should be reversed.

That's why Huang'er is so unscrupulous.

Her reliance was that even if she bullied this human mushroom master, the Dragon Palace would not punish her.

However, the situation is different now...

If Wu Liang really became Prince Ao Tang's brother.

Prince Ao Tang was undoubtedly his strongest backer in the Dragon Palace.

If she offends him, she will displease Crown Prince Ao Tang.

A single word from Prince Ao Tang could make her wish she were dead.

In that situation, only the princess could save her.

But she insisted on making her own decisions, which angered the princess...

When Huang'er thought of this, her face turned deathly pale, and a sense of regret arose in her heart.

If I had known this guy was so difficult to deal with, I should have sabotaged him secretly instead of acting so impulsively.

this moment……

Huang'er even couldn't help but wonder if she should wait until the princess and the others left and then find an opportunity to smile at that annoying human.

Then she can say, "Hehe, it was all a joke before, can we make up?"

I suppose that despicable human will be able to forgive her.

After all, she has already apologized, so what else can she do?

Meanwhile, compared to Huang'er's confused thoughts, Ao Miaoyin seemed much more normal, and even genuinely happy for Wu Liang.

'I was so worried before, I never expected Young Master Wu to be so capable...'

"So what Young Master Wu told me was true; he really is confident he can defeat Crown Prince Ao Tang."

As Ao Miaoyin gazed at Wu Liang's tall and straight back, her eyes, filled with a captivating light, sparkled with excitement, and her heart pounded wildly.

Dragon people admire strength, and as a dragon girl who grew up in the Dragon Palace, she was no exception.

Once upon a time, her father asked her what kind of good man she wanted to marry.

Her answer at that time was a man who shared the same ideals, was kind-hearted, and preferably powerful, someone she could rely on.

Without a doubt, Mr. Wu perfectly met her criteria for a partner.

It's a pity that Young Master Wu is a human, not a dragon.

The Dragon Palace has not yet eliminated its prejudices and will never allow her, a dragon princess, to marry a human mushroom master.

Moreover, all of this was merely her wishful thinking; she had no idea what Young Master Wu thought.

The falling flowers are willing, but the flowing water is heartless...

There was no future for them.

Ao Miaoyin was fully aware of this, and quickly suppressed the slight flutter in her heart.

Even if they were destined to be apart, Young Master Wu was still Ao Miaoyin's confidant and like-minded friend.

Now that Young Master Wu has defeated Crown Prince Ao Tang and obtained a promise from Crown Prince Ao Tang that he would not pursue the matter afterward, it is truly a fortunate thing. Ao Miaoyin's lips curled up slightly, and the anger she felt because of Huang'er melted away in an instant like spring snow.

Even the way she looked at Prince Ao Tang became much friendlier, and her opinion of him changed considerably.

Previously, she had only thought that Prince Ao Tang was an rude and vulgar person.

Surprisingly, it's not so bad after all.

At least they can afford to lose, and they can even say things like they'll become sworn brothers with Young Master Wu.

If they can befriend each other, it will undoubtedly greatly promote harmonious coexistence between dragons and humans and eliminate prejudice.

Unfortunately……

To everyone's surprise, Wu Liang refused without hesitation!

"Feel sorry."

"I have only just met Prince Ao Tang, and we do not know each other well yet. How can we so easily speak of becoming sworn brothers?"

"The eight oaths of brotherhood represent a bond of life and death, not a joke."

"I am pleased that Prince Ao Tang is willing to become sworn brothers with me, but I urge Prince Ao Tang to reconsider."

"If in the future we share the same ideals, it's not too late to become sworn brothers then..."

Wu Liang spoke slowly with a serious expression, revealing a genuine desire to value friendship and a reluctance to hastily form a sworn brotherhood.

At this moment, he seemed to be moved by Prince Ao Tang's magnanimity, and his cold and indifferent appearance softened.

Upon hearing this, Crown Prince Ao Tang seemed surprised that Wu Liang would refuse him, and was momentarily stunned.

However, he quickly realized what was happening and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

to be honest……

In fact, he regretted it the moment he blurted out the words that he wanted to become sworn brothers with him.

The only reason he wanted to befriend him was because he had defeated him, a dragon prodigy.

Ultimately, it was nothing more than a momentary impulse, a desire to befriend outstanding individuals stronger than himself, and the impulsive words he uttered.

But when that impulse subsides, it is replaced by regret.

Of course, this is not because Prince Ao Tang has any prejudice against him or cares about whether or not he is human.

Although Prince Ao Tang still harbors deep prejudice and loathing towards the human race, his opinion of Wu Liang, who defeated him, has changed considerably.

At the very least, he no longer dislikes her; she is an opponent worthy of his recognition.

However, this only applies to opponents; it's far from the point where we should become sworn brothers with them...

Of course, even if he really wanted to befriend him, it would be impossible.

First of all, his father, the Golden Dragon King, would never agree to this.

If they knew he was associating with filthy humans, they would most likely break his legs!

Under such circumstances, how could Prince Ao Tang dare to become sworn brothers with Wu Liang?

However, words spoken are like water spilled on the ground.

As the saying goes, a gentleman's word is as good as his bond.

As the Crown Prince of the Dragon Palace, he was a man of his word and could not possibly take back what he had said.

If Wu Liang really agrees to this, he will have no choice but to bite the bullet and risk having his legs broken to acknowledge him as a brother.

Fortunately, the person did not embarrass him and actually refused him.

what is this?
This is a good person!
The way Prince Ao Tang looked at Wu Liang even changed because of this, becoming much more benevolent.

If he had changed his opinion of him just now, it was only as a respectable opponent.

Now, Wu Liang is truly qualified to be a friend of Prince Ao Tang.

After all, someone who doesn't covet his status and position and use it to their advantage can't be all that bad.

Prince Ao Tang was filled with thoughts, but he shook his head with a hint of regret.

"Very well, then let's not talk about this anymore."

“Pretty boy… no… Brother Wu, you are absolutely right. I was being presumptuous this time.”

Upon hearing this, Wu Liang nodded slightly but said nothing more.

In a few words, the two had already resolved their differences, and the atmosphere gradually became harmonious, as if the previous fight was just an illusion.

Wu Liang remained outwardly calm and composed, maintaining a dignified and unyielding demeanor.

However, no one could have imagined that at the very beginning, when he heard that Crown Prince Ao Tang wanted to become sworn brothers with him...

His first thought was to accept it without hesitation.

After all, becoming the sworn brother of the Dragon Palace's Crown Prince would bring him unimaginable benefits.

At that time, not only will they be able to stay in the Dragon Palace for a long time, but they will also immediately gain a certain status and then plot to seize the Fairy Mushroom House Dragon Palace.

However, after careful consideration, he realized that agreeing to the sworn brotherhood might cause unnecessary trouble, so he gave up the idea.

Even now, most of the dragon people in the Dragon Palace still harbor deep hostility towards him, a human.

If he agrees to become sworn brothers, it might shut up those dragon people, but don't forget, there is also a Golden Dragon King in the Dragon Palace.

If that Golden Dragon King returns to the Dragon Palace and finds out about this, he will definitely be in big trouble.

And at the same time...

As luck would have it, speak of the devil and he appears.

Just as Wu Liang was racking his brains, trying to deal with Crown Prince Ao Tang...

A deep, resonant bell tolled from the Dragon Palace!

"Boom, boom, boom!"

(End of this chapter)