Douluo Continent: Little Huo Niang Taken Away by Di Tian

Brigitte's eyes narrowed slightly, and the temperature on the other side of the screen seemed to drop a few degrees.

"What does Master Kong want?" Brigitte's voice remained calm, but those familiar with her could hear the coldness in it.

"The Beast God's Reverse Scale," Kong Deming said, enunciating each word clearly. "If you can give us just one, our Mingde Hall is willing to let a level nine Soul Master join the Spirit Transmission Tower."

Upon hearing this, the entire conference room fell into a deathly silence.

Biji slowly shook her head, her gaze becoming incredibly firm: "Elder Kong, it's a pity. The Beast God once said that his reverse scale would only be given to his mate and offspring. This is an unchanging racial custom of the Beast God clan."

Kong Deming and Jing Hongchen exchanged a glance, a hint of disappointment flashing in their eyes, but hope was quickly rekindled.

They knew that since Huo Biling dared to speak so frankly, the Spirit Pagoda must have other trump cards up its sleeve.

The subsequent negotiations became a tug-of-war. Kong Deming and Jing Hongchen produced a map of the mining area and discussed the exchange ratio of minerals with Biji one by one.

Meanwhile, Huo Yutong was also secretly pushing for the recommendation of several highly promising eighth-level soul masters, including Xuan Ziwen.

"Finally, there's one more thing." Biji suddenly changed the subject, her expression becoming exceptionally solemn. "The Beast God has a special deal he wishes to discuss personally with His Majesty the Emperor of the Sun Moon Empire. Elder Kong, Elder Jing, could you arrange a three-way meeting?"

Kong Deming and Jing Hongchen were both shocked. What earth-shattering secret was hidden behind the fact that even the Beast God would personally intervene in the transaction?

"...I understand." Kong Deming took a deep breath and nodded. "I will inform His Majesty immediately and arrange a time."

As Brigitte's figure disappeared from the screen, the atmosphere in the office remained heavy.

Kong Deming and Jing Hongchen exchanged glances, both harboring a profound question:

What exactly does that Beast God want to exchange with the Sun and Moon Empire?

Kong Deming was extremely efficient; he reached the emperor directly through a top-secret channel that very night.

The next morning, before the morning mist had completely dissipated, a black carriage without any markings drove into the side gate of the Spirit Pagoda.

Huo Yutong stood quietly in the car, unnoticed by anyone; this was her second soul skill, Simulation.

Her figure spread out like ink in a painting, completely merging into the shadow that Kong Deming cast on the carriage wall, without even a trace of soul power escaping.

Kong Deming stroked his beard, sensing the sensation, a hint of amazement flashing in his eyes.

The mystery of this soul skill is such that it can conceal one's aura to such an extent that it is truly unfathomable.

The carriage traveled smoothly all the way to the heart of the palace.

Whenever Kong Deming later recalled that secret conversation, he felt nothing but admiration for that emperor.

In that dimly lit, secret room, Xu Mu did not hesitate at all.

He made the final decision on all the terms almost instantly, even more radical than Kong Deming had anticipated.

At that moment, Kong Mingde understood that Xu Mu had already made his decision.

He wanted to completely eradicate the plague that had afflicted the Sun Moon Empire and usher in a complete rebirth.

He did indeed do it. He truly surpassed his brother, accomplishing what his brother could never achieve in his lifetime, and fulfilling his own aspirations.

A false sun can also burn, but it will only consume itself until it is reduced to ashes.

……

Whenever Ji Juechen had free time, his radar would automatically lock onto Huo Yutong, and he would relentlessly come to her door for a "sparring match," turning her peaceful weekend into a "top alert."

In order to save Huo Yutong from the brink of collapse, Meng Hongchen and Ning Tian hit it off and decided to force this "battle maniac" to switch channels.

The two of them pulled Jing Ziyan into a meticulously planned "epic deception scheme".

"We've prepared an extremely difficult special training session this week, with rules that are incredibly complex. You definitely won't be able to handle it," Meng Hongchen said, feigning profundity and glancing around.

"I've been looking forward to it for ages! Last time I finished the game before I was even done killing, I was really left wanting more." Ning Tian cooperated by putting on a heartbroken and regretful face.

Xiao Xiao, standing to the side, added, "Yeah, the result last time was really unexpected. I didn't expect you and Brother Caitou to fight to the very last moment. It was fierce."

"That match was very interesting." Ghost Nana nodded quietly, expressing her deep agreement.

Hearing this conversation, Huo Yutong's lips twitched slightly: Isn't this the Monopoly game from last week where they argued for half an hour over land? How come it sounds like a life-or-death training exercise coming from their mouths?

"Please let me join!"

Ji Juechen, who was half-pulled and half-dragged by Jing Ziyan, had a burning gaze as if he had discovered a new continent.

Seeing that the fish had taken the bait, Meng Hongchen immediately decided, "Since Brother Ji is so interested, then the main focus of today's special training is none other than you!"

She slammed a brightly colored board game board onto the table and solemnly introduced it: "This is no ordinary game. It's an extreme confrontation about resource management, psychological warfare, and instantaneous bursts of power."

Ning Tian chimed in, pointing at the card and exclaiming alarmistly, "Look at this 'Fate Card'! It changes in an instant; one wrong move and you're out. Isn't this a battle?"

Jing Ziyan then took out a chess piece and placed it in front of Ji Juechen, saying with a serious expression, "That's right, this is a 'battle of offense and defense.' Every move is a shift in the balance between offense and defense."

Ji Juechen looked at the chessboard in front of him, his brows furrowed, lost in thought.

"I see... We need to find a way to break through the limitations of the rules and use limited resources to break through the opponent's defenses." Ji Juechen's eyes sharpened. "This is indeed a high-intensity battle!"

The game began, and Ji Juechen was completely focused.

When he rolls the dice in the game and makes a brilliant move, he'll shout in a low voice, "Take this!"

When he is charged, he will coldly analyze: "The enemy's defenses are strong, so we should avoid their sharp edge for the time being."

Huo Yutong finally managed to slump onto the sofa, sipping her juice while watching Ji Juechen face the Monopoly board with a daunting air. In her heart, she gave Meng Hongchen and the others a thumbs up: This twist of logic was brilliant.

"This is truly a battle without gunpowder, and the situation is changing so rapidly," Ji Juechen remarked after experiencing the tycoon's crushing defeat (bankruptcy).

He realized, this too is a form of combat!

Everyone couldn't help but suppress their laughter as they looked at Ji Juechen, who seemed completely bewildered by their spiel.

There's never too much talent. "Ji Juechen, would you like to join the Spirit Pagoda?" Huo Yutong extended an invitation.

"Alright, the Spirit Pagoda is teeming with powerful experts." Ji Juechen readily agreed.

"Ziyan, do you want to join me? I want to go with you." Ji Juechen turned to look at Jing Ziyan, his eyes sincere.

"I... the Spirit Pagoda is in Shrek City, and we've also joined the Mingde Hall. To join the Spirit Pagoda, we should at least inform Hall Master Jing Hongchen and our families," Jing Ziyan said softly, her cheeks flushed.

"I can talk to Grandpa. If you want, I'll just tell him," Meng Hongchen chimed in, offering her enthusiastic support.

"Ziyan, I'll be waiting for you," Ji Juechen said, looking at her and emphasizing each word.

Meng Hongchen, Huo Yutong, Xiao Xiao, Ning Tian, ​​and Youling Nana's eyes widened instantly, and they stared at each other frantically: We're totally shipping them!