Douluo Continent: Disciple Tang San, righteous yet evil

Chapter 58 The Choice of the Heaven Dou Royal Family
Tiandou Empire Palace.

Inside the palace, Meng Shenji bowed deeply to Emperor Xueye, who sat on the throne, and said respectfully, "Greetings, Your Majesty."

"Chief Dream God, no need for formalities. What brings you to me?" Emperor Xueye's voice was aged, with a sense of weakness.

Meng Shenji straightened up, his face filled with barely suppressed excitement and solemnity, and said, "Your Majesty, I have indeed come here today to report a very important matter!"

"Oh?" Emperor Xueye was slightly taken aback, and an expression of interest appeared on his face.

"Your Majesty, I would like to recommend someone to you: Lin Mu, the current leader of the Royal Fighting Team at the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy!"

After a pause, Meng Shenji continued, "He is only twenty-three years old, yet his soul power has already reached the Soul Saint level. His strength is terrifying; he has defeated Poison Douluo and Chrysanthemum Douluo in succession!"

"Hmm? I have heard about defeating Dugu Bo, but when did you defeat Chrysanthemum Douluo?"

Emperor Xueye frowned slightly, his expression tinged with doubt.

Compared to Poison Douluo, Chrysanthemum Douluo is an elder of the Spirit Hall and Pope Bibi Dong's right-hand man, so his strength is obviously much greater.

It's truly unbelievable that someone with the cultivation level of a Soul Saint could defeat Chrysanthemum Douluo.

"Your Majesty, just two days ago, Chrysanthemum Douluo once again descended upon the academy, attempting to recruit Lin Mu into the Spirit Hall, but Lin Mu refused on the spot."

"Chrysanthemum Douluo was enraged and attacked recklessly, but he was severely injured by Lin Mu on the spot after a short while and eventually fled far away!"

Upon hearing Meng Shenji's account, Emperor Xueye's pupils dilated, and he gently tapped the armrest of his throne with his fingers, producing a rhythmic tapping sound.

He was able to cultivate to the level of Soul Saint at the age of twenty-three, and even defeat the well-known Chrysanthemum Douluo in a head-on confrontation.

What a terrifying talent!

This person has unlimited potential. If we can firmly bind him to the Heaven Dou royal family, in time, the Heaven Dou Empire will have the strength to challenge the Spirit Hall, and there will be no need to tolerate him at every turn.

Having thought this through, Emperor Xueye had already made up his mind.

After a moment's contemplation, he said solemnly, "In that case, such a peerless genius should serve the country. I will immediately draft an edict to summon him to the palace and bestow upon him..."

Before Emperor Xueye could finish speaking, Meng Shenji hurriedly interrupted, "Your Majesty, you mustn't!"

Seeing Meng Shenji's terrified expression, Emperor Xueye frowned and asked in a deep voice, "Why is this?"

“Your Majesty, Lin Mu has never liked being restrained. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have rejected the Spirit Hall’s offer of recruitment without hesitation. Even though His Highness the Crown Prince tried to win him over many times, he was unsuccessful.”

After a brief pause, Meng Shenji continued, "If Your Majesty forcibly issues an edict to summon them, based on my understanding of them, not only will it fail, but it may also backfire and even push them to the side of the Spirit Hall!"

Upon hearing this, Emperor Xueye's expression turned ugly.

This makes sense. How could someone who dared to seriously injure even an elder of the Spirit Hall possibly fear the Heaven Dou Empire?

If he were truly forced to confront the Spirit Hall, it would be an unbearable consequence for the Heaven Dou Empire.

"Chief Dream Strategist, in your opinion, how should this person be dealt with?"

"Your Majesty, Lin Mu has seriously injured Chrysanthemum Douluo, thus incurring the enmity of the Spirit Hall. The Spirit Hall will never let this go and will surely take other measures. I believe that Your Majesty should do everything in your power to clearly state that you stand on Lin Mu's side and provide him with protection!"

Meng Shenji had already prepared this explanation. In his view, this would at least ensure that Lin Mu would stand on the side of the Empire.

Upon hearing this, Emperor Xueye fell silent once again.

He naturally understood the importance of offering help in times of need, but publicly protecting Lin Mu meant incurring the wrath of the Spirit Hall, which required careful consideration.

Just then, a slightly sinister voice came from outside the hall.

"Your Majesty, this matter requires careful consideration!"

Prince Xuexing strode in, first giving Meng Shenji a cursory glance before bowing to Emperor Xueye. "Xuexing? What are your thoughts?"

"Your Majesty, I understand Chief Engineer Meng's appreciation for talent."

At this point, Prince Xuexing changed the subject, his tone turning rather cold: "But it's not worth it to completely offend the Spirit Hall for the sake of a young Soul Master who is unwilling to pledge allegiance. After all, if the Spirit Hall takes this opportunity to retaliate, it's something the Empire simply cannot afford."

Unlike Meng Shenji, Prince Xuexing was entirely thinking of himself and Xue Beng.

After all, Lin Mu and Xue Qinghe interacted frequently. If the empire fully supported Lin Mu, he might end up siding with Xue Qinghe and creating a formidable enemy for no reason.

After Prince Xuexing said that, Emperor Xueye became even more hesitant.

Currently, the Heaven Dou Empire is relatively stable. If the Spirit Hall is given an excuse to take action, it might provoke a war, which is something he absolutely does not want to see.

"Then what do you think?"

"Your Majesty, we can either make this person completely loyal to the Empire, but that would mean offending the Spirit Hall, or we can maintain a neutral stance, which would neither offend the Spirit Hall nor arouse the person's resentment."

After a pause, Prince Xuexing continued, "As for my suggestion, let's wait and see."

Upon hearing this, Meng Shenji's eyes widened. This Prince Xuexing was clearly here to cause trouble.

Just as he was about to offer his advice, Emperor Xueye spoke up.

"This matter is of great importance. Allow me to consider it further. Chief Engineer Meng Shenji, you may leave now."

Upon hearing the answer he wanted, Prince Xuexing's lips curled up slightly. He knew his elder brother's personality best; this was simply a way of observing the situation.

Meng Shenji sighed deeply, his face betraying his disappointment.

Two days later, Lin Mu led the three of them back to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy.

Not long after the four returned, Qin Ming and another Soul Emperor teacher also returned to the academy with Shi Mo and Dugu Yan.

Immediately, Lin Mu instructed Qin Ming to gather the other members of the Royal Fighting Team at the training ground.

Half an hour later, all members of the Royal Fighting Team gathered on the training ground.

Lin Mu stood before the crowd, his gaze sharp, and said in a deep voice, "Although the training has only lasted two months, your individual strengths have all improved significantly. In the coming period, we will focus on improving your teamwork skills."

Upon hearing this, Yu Tianheng and the others were quite excited. They were already tired of individual and two-person battles and couldn't wait to try team battles.

In the past, under Teacher Qin Ming's leadership, they had participated in many team battles, but things are different now. Each member's strength has improved significantly, making them fully capable of challenging the Soul Sect team.

At this moment, Qin Ming spoke up, "Teacher Lin Mu, in the Heaven Dou City Great Soul Arena, Soul Master level teams are rare, so it may be difficult to conduct high-intensity training as before."

"I've already thought about this problem. Besides team battles, individual battles are also important. In the meantime, let's take care of the Soul Sect teams in Heaven Dou City first, and then sweep through other cities."

Lin Mu's eyes flashed. It was really bullying for the current Royal Fighting Team to go against a Soul Master level team.

Although the team only has five Soul Masters, all of whom have only recently broken through, their well-rounded lineup and Soul Fusion Skill make them capable of defeating teams with an all-Soul Master lineup.

After hearing Lin Mu's training plan, Yu Tianheng and the others couldn't help but feel a little excited. The Soul Venerable level team was indeed not enough to put pressure on them.

"Since Teacher Lin Mu has made his decision, I will certainly do my best to assist him."

Qin Ming naturally had no objection to Lin Mu's arrangements.

Although Lin Mu only served as the team leader for two months, he transformed the team completely. Compared to him, Lin Mu was practically a useless person.

(End of this chapter)