The Glory of the Sun and Moon in the Peerless Tang Sect

A blush of embarrassment spread across Xu Jiujiu's cheeks. In her haste, she worried that Yu Tianhuang might not come to support Xingluo, so she deliberately omitted any mention of the Death God Tower and Death God Douluo in her letter.

She only breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that Yu Tianhuang's expression remained normal. However, she was also a smart woman; she knew that after this incident, she had to explain the reason to Yu Tianhuang. Whether it was true or false, it was to show her attitude.

Duke Baihu sincerely thanked him, saying, "Brother Yu, you have already done us a great favor this time. We can carry out the rest of the plan. However, just to be on the safe side, I would like to investigate the situation here as thoroughly as possible, and I will need to rely on your help a lot more."

“Your Grace, you needn’t be so polite. It’s just my duty,” Xu Zihuang said with a smile.

"I once participated in the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Competition with Senior Dai Yueheng, and I am also classmates with Dai Huabin. I also have a good relationship with Luo Li. Duke, you really don't need to call me 'little brother'."

Dai Hao laughed heartily.

"Alright, then I will address you as Tianhuang, just like Her Highness the Princess."

"I imagine the Duke, Jiu Jiu, and all the Your Excellencies have some matters to discuss. I also need to adjust my state of mind, so I won't disturb you any longer." Xu Zihuang nodded slightly.

Although his soul power was far from being depleted, it was always wise to keep himself in top condition and be cautious when facing Ye Xishui, a Limit Douluo-level evil soul master, on the front lines.

Dai Hao patted Xu Zihuang's shoulder forcefully.

"Okay, I'll have someone arrange accommodations for you right away."

"I'll do it." Xu Jiujiu smiled slightly and volunteered. As she spoke, she gestured for Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi to join her.

Ye Guyi linked arms with Xu Zihuang, and the two followed silently behind Xu Jiujiu.

Xu Jiujiu arranged very nice tents for Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi, one for each of them. Each tent was nearly fifty square meters in size, with a table, a bed, and some simple decorations.

During wartime, this was already the highest level of treatment.

Seeing that it was inappropriate, Xu Jiu did not bring up the previous matter for a long time, but instead planned to have a private conversation with Yu Tianhuang on a more romantic night.

Ye Guyi followed Xu Zihuang into his tent. She sat on the bed without any hesitation, her long, straight legs crossed, and looked up at Xu Zihuang with a smile.

"You've seen through Princess Jiujiu's little scheme, haven't you? As long as you nod your head, it's only a matter of time before she throws herself at you."

"I have no feelings for her," Xu Zihuang replied helplessly, then sat down next to Ye Guyi.

Ye Guyi habitually draped her delicate, fair ankle over Xu Zihuang's shoulder, and said with a half-smile.

"If she comes to you, I don't think you necessarily have to refuse her. You won't lose anything anyway. I'm really looking forward to seeing her expression when she thinks she's achieved her goal but ends up with nothing. Doesn't she like to scheme? Let her experience what it's like to be schemed against."

Seeing the playful yet cold look in Ye Guyi's eyes, Xu Zihuang was momentarily stunned.

"Sister Lingyi, are you serious?"

While the two were talking, Xu Zihuang used his spatial manipulation power to completely block the transmission of sound, so that he would not be overheard by anyone with ulterior motives in the military camp.

Ye Guyi's face magnified in Xu Zihuang's eyes, and their breaths could be clearly heard between them. With her ankles draped over Xu Zihuang's shoulders, she displayed astonishing flexibility.

"You don't want to? It's just a fling with her, I won't mind. Just remember not to take the initiative, not to refuse, and not to take responsibility. Also, don't fall for her."

"I just feel it's unnecessary. Once I break through to the Title Douluo realm, the plan will proceed as scheduled, and the original Douluo Continent, including Shrek Academy, will have no chance whatsoever," Xu Zihuang said with a strange expression.

He always felt that Ye Guyi's thought process was a bit abnormal, even that her psychology had become somewhat distorted. This was probably related to their special experiences. Their relationship, which was similar to that of relatives in childhood, and the emotional transformation after their reunion, was different from a normal, gradual, and natural romantic relationship.

Ye Guyi's perspective on things will fall somewhere between these two roles.

Ye Guyi touched Xu Zihuang's lips briefly, her sickly eyes filled with an indescribable determination.

"No, you have to listen to me this time! This kind of scheming, wicked woman deserves to pay the price!"

Chapter 465 Long-Standing Thoughts and News from the Front Lines of the Heavenly Soul Empire

Xu Zihuang met Ye Guyi's gaze with deep eyes; he naturally understood Ye Guyi's thoughts.

If, as Ye Guyi suggested, this is used for a long time, it will certainly be of great significance to his future plan to unify the continent.

His disagreement stemmed from two reasons: firstly, he didn't want Ye Guyi and Ning Tian to suffer, and secondly, his own increased strength had gradually changed his mindset. With his talent, once he broke through to the Title Douluo realm, he would be invincible in the world, so there was no need to resort to such methods.

Ye Guyi is not only his lover, but also his stepsister. From the latter's perspective, Ye Guyi naturally hopes that he can alleviate the pressure he will have to bear in the future by playing along with Xu Jiujiu, and Ye Guyi also doesn't want to let go of Xu Jiujiu, who schemed against him, so easily.

Because of her unique experiences growing up and her doting on Xu Zihuang, Ye Guyi didn't really care that Xu Zihuang had relationships with other women.

Xu Zihuang comes from royalty and will inherit the throne of the Sun Moon Empire in the future, so it's normal for him to have entanglements with many women.

The way she treated Ning Tian in Shrek City was largely because she felt he had taken the place that should have been in Xu Zihuang's heart. It was only after getting to know Ning Tian better that she truly came to terms with it and acknowledged his existence.

Therefore, when the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School learned that Ning Tian was pregnant, Ye Guyi did not throw a tantrum at Xu Zihuang.

Xu Zihuang reached out and supported Ye Guyi's slender waist, then picked her up and smiled gently.

"Sister Lingyi, there's really no need for that. To be honest, I don't like Xu Jiujiu, I'd even say I'm somewhat repulsed by her. I know what you mean, but after I unify the continent, it's inevitable that I'll purge the high-ranking officials who originally belonged to the Douluo Continent to consolidate my rule. As a princess of the Star Luo Empire, Xu Jiujiu is destined for a bad end. If you still don't feel satisfied, from now on, you don't need to pretend to be friendly with her, just give her the cold shoulder."

"Since you have your own ideas, then let's do it your way."

Long, straight, and shapely legs slid off Xu Zihuang's shoulders, and Ye Guyi clung to him, her eyes glazed over with a hint of longing.

“I should have realized long ago that you are not the same person you were when you were a child.”

“Nothing is different, Sister Lingyi, I am who I am. Whether in the past, present, or future, the bond between us will never change.” Xu Zihuang smiled and shook her head.

A strange meaning surfaced in Ye Guyi's smiling golden eyes, and her pretty face was as beautiful as cherry blossoms.

"What you said is indeed true. When you were little, I was the one who put you to sleep, and I'm still the one who puts you to sleep now."

"..."

Seeing Xu Zihuang's speechless expression, Ye Guyi lowered her head with a charming demeanor, cupped Xu Zihuang's cheeks in her hands, and leaned closer.

Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi, who were inside the tent, were not disturbed by anyone until nightfall.

All of this was thanks to Xu Zihuang's prior telepathic message to Xu Jiujiu, which explained that they would need to cultivate for a period of time.

In the dead of night, the vast military camp, garrisoned by hundreds of thousands of soldiers, was eerily quiet. Only occasional patrols by squads of Soul Masters on guard duty were observed.

He waited for a long time outside Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi's tent, his face showing a conflicted expression.

Yu Tianhuang had helped them scout out the Sun Moon Empire's defenses in the Mingdou Mountains during the day, providing immense assistance to the Star Luo Empire. Logically and emotionally, she shouldn't have disturbed him while he was cultivating.

However, considering that the Sun Moon Empire's defenses at the Soul Guidance Base might change at night, she still came. In times of war, knowing important information in advance could reduce the losses of their Star Luo Empire.

Time is of the essence.

Just as Xu Jiujiu raised her hand, Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi walked out of the tent. Ye Guyi lightly took Xu Zihuang's arm, but when she saw Xu Jiujiu in front of her, the faint smile on her beautiful face instantly vanished, and her expression became extremely cold.

This was completely opposite to his attitude towards Xu Jiujiu during the day.

Since Ye Guyi had decided to follow Xu Zihuang's idea, why should she, who already disliked Xu Jiujiu, bother to give her a nice look, especially after seeing Xu Jiujiu's current attire?

Xu Jiujiu had clearly dressed up meticulously tonight. She had removed her daytime nail polish and changed into a long, golden-red palace dress. Her long golden hair was styled in a high updo, revealing her fair neck, making her appear as proud as a white swan. The noble air of a royal princess was unmistakable. Her high nose bridge, alluring red lips, and flawless beauty were even more captivating in this enchanting night.

Seeing Ye Guyi's indifferent expression, Xu Jiujiu didn't react for a moment, thinking that his behavior of guarding outside the tent had displeased Ye Guyi.

Soul Masters are generally averse to being observed by outsiders during their cultivation. Let alone the suspicion that she was spying.

"Tianhuang, Guyi, I'm sorry. I didn't disturb your cultivation, did I?" Xu Jiujiu bowed slightly to Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi, her posture very humble. After all, she was in the wrong first, and later, their Star Luo Empire would need to rely on Yu Tianhuang's Golden Eye Martial Soul talent for many things.

Ye Guyi glanced at it expressionlessly for a long time before turning around and returning to her tent.

"Tianhuang, I'm going back to continue my cultivation. Come back as soon as you've resolved this matter."

She's completely stopped pretending.

Xu Jiujiu was stunned for a moment. Even the most oblivious person could sense the change in Ye Guyi's attitude towards her.

"Tianhuang, Gu Yi, she..."

Xu Zihuang looked at him for a long time and said calmly.

"Jiu Jiu, you came to see me so late, there must be a reason why you had to come."

"Is the Bone Robe treating me like this because of the Tower of Death?"

She gazed at Xu Zihuang with a resentful look in her eyes for a long time, then pursed her red lips.

"The situation was urgent at the time, and I didn't intentionally try to hide anything. But it is indeed my fault for not explaining things clearly in the letter. Tianhuang, I've come to you now to take this opportunity to explain these things to you."

Regardless of whether this is true or not, Xu Jiujiu's words were at least quite eloquent.

"Jiujiu, you're overthinking it," Xu Zihuang said with a slight smile.

"Anyway, I'm just helping you scout out the defenses in the Mingdou Mountains from inside the military camp. I won't actually go to the front lines and risk being attacked by the Death Tower. These are all trivial matters. I can see your sincerity this time."

As he spoke, Xu Zihuang's gaze fell on Xu Jiujiu's magnificent palace dress.

After a long pause, her gaze lingered for a moment, but she quickly regained her composure, took the initiative to move closer to Xu Zihuang, and smiled sweetly.

"Tianhuang, it's enough that you're willing to believe me."

A faint, pleasant fragrance emanated from Xu Jiujiu, and from Xu Zihuang's perspective, her features were even clearly and delicately outlined. However, his gaze remained calm throughout.

He had noticed the subtle changes in Xu Jiujiu's eyes just now. This princess definitely intended for him to go to the front lines. Perhaps it wasn't some malicious scheme, but it was clear that Xu Jiujiu would always put the interests of the Star Luo Empire first.

Indeed, that was the case. In Xu Jiujiu's view, if the Star Luo Empire were to organize powerful individuals to destroy the Death God Tower, Yu Tianhuang's presence would undoubtedly increase their chances of success.

Xu Zihuang withdrew his gaze and looked straight ahead in the direction of Duke White Tiger's camp.

"Jiujiu, let's get down to business."

"I'd like you to scout out the situation over at Mingdou Mountain Range again for us." Xu Jiujiu's pretty face flushed slightly, and then the resentment in her eyes deepened.

Xu Zihuang said without changing his expression, "Let's go."

A moment later, Xu Zihuang and Xu Jiujiu arrived at Duke White Tiger's tent. Upon learning the purpose of Yu Tianhuang and Xu Jiujiu's visit, Duke White Tiger Dai Hao was overjoyed and immediately invited all the titled Douluo of the Star Luo Empire over.

The group gathered around the huge sand table in the center of the command tent.

Xu Zihuang used the same method, employing the Spirit Sharing Soul Skill and the Void Eye talent, to share the current situation of the Mingdou Mountains with everyone.

Xuanji Douluo, the commander of the Star Luo Empire's First Soul Master Legion, said with a solemn expression, "The Sun Moon Empire's nighttime deployment on the Mingdou Mountains has indeed changed. It seems that the detection capabilities of those high-altitude detection soul tools are affected by the environment."

Xuanji Douluo's Star Luo Empire's First Soul Master Legion is directly subordinate to Duke Dai Hao's Northwest Army Group, and the two have always cooperated extremely well. Xuanji Douluo himself has a very close relationship with the previous Duke Dai Hao, who is also Dai Hao's father. Entrusted by the previous Duke Dai Hao on his deathbed, he is responsible for protecting the Duke Dai Hao's lineage.

However, to everyone's surprise, the Death God Tower on the highest peak of the Mingdou Mountains was not guarded by any Soul Master Corps, just like during the day, and even the Soul Guidance Formation used for defense was nowhere to be found.

At night, the Tower of Death, shrouded in blood-red light, appears even more eerie.

"Your Highness, Marshal, that Death God Douluo seems extremely confident in his abilities. This is precisely an opportunity for us," Giant Hammer Douluo said, clenching his fist tightly, eager to try.

Just then, Xu Zihuang withdrew his martial spirit and said, "Jiujiu, Duke, I will not disturb you any longer."

"Tianhuang, I'll see you off." Xu Jiujiu's eyes lit up as she looked up and followed behind Xu Zihuang. She hadn't achieved her goal yet, so how could she give up now? This was the perfect opportunity to be alone with him.

Xu Zihuang declined, saying, "No need. I need to cultivate for a while afterward, and I don't want to be disturbed unless it's something important. However, I will use my Void Eye talent every day to scout out the situation in the Mingdou Mountains for you."

This was not an excuse he made up out of thin air to refuse Xu Jiujiu.