Douluo Continent II: The Peerless Tang Sect: I, Huo Yuhao, join the Sun Moon Sect

Seeing that Ju Zi had sat down, Xu Tianran slowly said, "Ju Zi, I remember you and Huo Yuhao have a good relationship, right?"

Ju Zi paused for a moment, then immediately replied, "Yes, my relationship with junior Huo Yuhao is pretty good. Currently, both Huo Yuhao and I are students taught by Teacher Xuan, so I'm considered his senior."

For a moment, Ju Zi didn't understand why Xu Tianran was asking this, but she knew that Xu Tianran must have a purpose in doing things, so for a moment, her mood became somewhat heavy.

Xu Tianran sighed, and then immediately told Ju Zi the whole story of how Kong Deming prevented Zhongli Wu from becoming the Grand Preceptor.

Although Ju Zi is the person he trusts the most, Ju Zi is currently studying at the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, so it's impossible for her to come and see him every day. Therefore, Ju Zi doesn't know some things so quickly.

The reason for sending Ju Zi to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy is actually quite simple: firstly, to give Ju Zi some prestige.

After all, the high-ranking officials of the Sun Moon Empire are mostly graduates of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.

In any case, Orange should first establish herself as an alumnus. This will help her find common ground and build closer relationships with some of the higher-ups at Sunmoon in the future.

Even Xu Tianran himself graduated from the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.

Therefore, sometimes when he puts on a gentle demeanor and talks with some high-ranking members of the Sun Moon Academy, he can use his experience of studying at the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy as a basis to find common ground with them and then use some means to win their hearts.

On the other hand, it's because Ju Zi aspires to join the Sun Moon Army, so she needs to learn about soul tools and understand what kind of soul tools can be practically applied on the battlefield.

Xu Tianran nodded in satisfaction: "It seems you did a good job when I asked you to win over Huo Yuhao last time."

Now that you have a good relationship with him, you should take it a step further. As long as Huo Yuhao is willing to act as an intermediary, I am very confident that I can get Master Kong to agree.

After all, Huo Yuhao was Master Kong's grand-disciple and was highly regarded by Master Kong.

According to my information, Elder Kong even arranged for several retainers to guard the vicinity of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, presumably to protect Huo Yuhao's safety.

Actually, Ju Zi is not the Crown Princess right now; she is just Xu Tianran's secret subordinate. If Ju Zi were the Crown Princess at this time, then at least those who are close to the royal family would know Ju Zi's identity.

Therefore, in the original story, Ju Zi wouldn't need to take Xu Tianran to rescue Huo Gua. Ju Zi could simply reveal her identity, and Wang Shaojie's cousin would immediately release him.

Orange paused, then asked, "Your Highness, what do you mean?"

"Ju Zi, you should be with Huo Yuhao." Xu Tianran was also a little heartbroken. "For my great cause, I need you to make some sacrifices. As long as you can control him emotionally, I believe that letting him persuade Elder Kong would not be a bad plan."

People who are young are actually very easily manipulated by their emotions!

Ju Zi's expression changed in surprise, and she immediately began to put on an act. She knelt down and said in protest, "Your Highness, you mustn't! Ju Zi is loyal to you. How could I do something that would betray you?"

Orange, who has good acting skills, felt a little happy at this moment. To be honest, she had no feelings for Xu Tianran. Her usual behavior in front of Xu Tianran was all an act. Things like "Xu Tianran is the only sun in my heart" were just an attitude she showed for the sake of her own interests.

As for Huo Yuhao, she has a deep affection for him because his cooking skills allow her to experience her father's cooking again.

Therefore, she did have the idea of ​​making Huo Yuhao her husband in the future, but because of Xu Tianran's existence, she never dared to express her feelings.

Although Xu Tianran has presented a good opportunity, the thought of Xu Tianran treating her like a tool dampened Ju Zi's good mood.

Xu Tianran was somewhat moved. He said, "Ju Zi, I know you've always had feelings for me, but you want to take revenge on Duke White Tiger, while I want to unify the Douluo Continent. So our goals are aligned, since Duke White Tiger is one of the obstacles to the Sun Moon Empire's unification of the Douluo Continent."

"However, our goal has now been thwarted by Master Kong, and I cannot abandon the power of the Holy Spirit Church. Therefore, Orange, you are the only one who can sacrifice yourself. Don't worry, I will make it up to you properly in the future."

Ju Zi fell silent, her expression complex, seemingly caught in a dilemma. After a moment, Ju Zi sighed and said, "Your Highness, Ju Zi obeys."

“Okay!” Xu Tianran nodded. To be honest, he had wanted to win over Huo Yuhao for a long time. After all, Huo Yuhao had a strong background and great talent, making him a very worthwhile person to win over.

As for the oranges, in terms of value, they are not as valuable as Huo Yuhao's.

Since Ju Zi hasn't been on the battlefield yet, there's no way for her to demonstrate her exceptional battlefield command talent. Even though she's well-versed in military strategy, in Xu Tianran's eyes, that's all there is to it. After all, he's seen plenty of people who are well-versed in military strategy, and whether someone has the talent to command a war can only be determined through actual combat.

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Huo Yuhao and Bei Bei returned to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy together. He then watched Bei Bei return to her dormitory. Although they both lived at the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, their residences were completely different.

Although Beibei is an exchange student, she is still an outsider. It's impossible for her to live better than the number one genius of Sun Moon. The Sun Moon Empire wouldn't do something like treating outsiders better than its own students just to enhance the reputation of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.

Huo Yuhao strode forward, preparing to return to his residence.

Suddenly, a female voice rang out behind him: "Junior Brother Yuhao."

Huo Yuhao stopped and looked at the person who spoke; it was Ju Zi.

"Senior Sister Ju Zi." Huo Yuhao looked at Ju Zi with some confusion, wondering if she was going to eat the so-called "dad's" cooking again?

"Can you come with me for a walk?" Orange asked.

Chapter 120 The Confessed Orange

Huo Yuhao looked at Ju Zi with some suspicion, sensing that Ju Zi's current state seemed somewhat delicate.

However, considering that she is no longer a student of Shrek Academy, Orange would not stoop to poisoning or stealing seeds. She is currently at the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, and it's not like they will only see each other once in a long time.

There should be no reason for the other party to attack me.

So he nodded and agreed: "Okay, Senior Orange."

Upon hearing this, Ju Zi smiled and walked to Huo Yuhao's side, walking alongside him.

As the two walked, they arrived at Sun Moon Lake in the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.

Usually, many people stroll around Sun and Moon Lake, but today only Ju Zi and Huo Yuhao were there, as if someone had cleared the area in advance.

Looking at the shimmering lake, Orange said as she walked, "Yuhao, do you know?"

I actually share a common enemy with you—the Duke of the White Tiger. Because of him, I lost my parents and became a child without a home.

When I first lost my parents, I was terrified because I was just a child. Sometimes I dreamt of them, wanting to feel their warm embrace again, but as soon as I touched them, their bodies shattered like a dream bubble.

Huo Yuhao thought to himself, "Of course I know. We are all good comrades-in-arms who want to kill the White Tiger Duke. In this respect, we are on the same side."

His face immediately showed sympathy: "I didn't expect that you, Senior Orange, had such an experience. It seems that we all have a grudge against Dai Hao. Because of Dai Hao's neglect and the Duchess's oppression, my mother died in great pain."

Hearing these words, Orange took a deep breath, somewhat moved.

Although she already knew what Huo Yuhao had said in the Soul Fighting Tournament, hearing him say those words in person was still a different experience.

To be honest, she was touched for two reasons. First, Huo Yuhao could cook dishes that tasted like her father's, which made her feel good about him. Second, they had a common enemy.

So Ju Zi immediately said, "From now on, I will join you in taking revenge on Dai Hao."

One day, Dai Hao will die before our eyes. Of course, because you also have a grudge against the Duchess, I will also help you take revenge on her.

"Then I'll thank you in advance, senior. However, you didn't come to me today just to talk about this, did you?" Huo Yuhao asked.

He figured that if it was just to talk about this kind of thing, then there was no need for Orange to invite him to go shopping together. So, the so-called "going shopping together" had a strange feel to it.

Thinking of this, Huo Yuhao narrowed his eyes slightly, directly used his mental detection to connect with Ju Zi, and then asked bluntly, "Senior Ju Zi, what exactly are you hiding from me? Could it be that Xu Tianran sent you here?"

Upon hearing this, Ju Zi's pupils widened slightly in shock, but she quickly regained her composure, straightened her expression, and casually set up a soundproof soul-guided shield.

Then she whispered, "What Xu Tianran? I'm not familiar with the Crown Prince, Yuhao, don't misunderstand. As for what I've been keeping from you, to be honest, I think everyone has their own secrets."

She planned to gloss over the matter. Although Xu Tianran had assigned her the task of being with Huo Yuhao, and she was happy to carry it out, feelings need to be cultivated. She knew she had romantic feelings for Huo Yuhao, but what about Huo Yuhao's feelings for her?

Since Ju Zi wasn't sure, she naturally wouldn't be foolish enough to directly reveal her feelings.

Of course, the main reason she used the soundproof soul guide shield was because Xu Tianran would definitely arrange for people to keep watch nearby.

She knew Xu Tianran too well; even though she was the person Xu Tianran trusted most, he would never be completely at ease.

If we don't use a soundproof soul-guiding shield to cover it up, the person hiding in the shadows will probably report us to Xu Tianran soon.

"Senior Orange, tell me the truth."

"I actually know that Xu Tianran once saved your life, so you chose to stay by Xu Tianran's side as his subordinate. Your visit to me is very likely at Xu Tianran's behest. Why would Xu Tianran send you to see me?" Huo Yuhao asked directly.

Ju Zi was completely shocked. This was actually a secret to her, and even Xuan Ziwen didn't know about this past event. So how did Huo Yuhao know?

Ju Zi's first reaction was that Xu Tianran had betrayed her, but she quickly dismissed the idea. The reason was simple: telling Huo Yuhao about this extremely secret matter would not actually benefit Xu Tianran.

Xu Tianran would almost never do something that wouldn't bring him any benefit.

For a moment, Ju Zi thought about many things. After a while, her mind was filled with thoughts, but when she saw Huo Yuhao's face, her heart softened and she sighed helplessly: "Okay, I admit that Xu Tianran sent me here."

No matter what orders Xu Tianran gives, I will not harm you; you can rest assured of that. But how did you find out about this?

Now that Huo Yuhao had obtained such confidential information, she decided to stop pretending and reveal her plan, since she had already fallen in love with Huo Yuhao.

Huo Yuhao thought to himself that the young Empress War God was indeed not as mature as the Empress War God in the later part of the original work.

He cleared his throat and asked, "Senior Orange, shouldn't you answer my question before I answer yours?"

Ju Zi hesitated for a moment, then made up her mind and said, "Yuhao, Xu Tianran asked me to be with you so that I could influence you and then you could persuade Elder Kong to make peace with Zhongli Wu."

She thought to herself that Huo Yuhao knew even that she had saved Xu Tianran and become Xu Tianran's subordinate, so he must also be very clear about the current conflict between Kong Deming and Zhongli Wu.

Huo Yuhao was stunned for a moment, thinking to himself that Xu Tianran was indeed worthy of his name, even able to come up with such a crooked idea. To be honest, Xu Tianran was a person who valued his own interests very much, so in Xu Tianran's eyes, many people in this world were actually just tools.

Although Ju Zi saved Xu Tianran's life and became the person Xu Tianran trusted most, Xu Tianran would still choose to give up Ju Zi if it involved his fundamental interests.

To give a simple example, in the original novel, Xu Tianran, in order to consolidate his throne, even made the decision to use Prince Tianhe's seed to make Ju Zi pregnant with royal blood.

Although in the end Ju Zi did not use Prince Tianhe's seed, but instead chose Huo Gua's seed, this also shows that Xu Tianran made a choice between the throne and Ju Zi.

Chapter 121 This is Shrek Academy, as Laughing Red Dust tells you.

You have to understand, Ju Zi is Xu Tianran's nominal queen. In a sense, Xu Tianran doing this is like voluntarily cuckolding himself.

From the emperor's perspective, having offspring was essential, but this method was indeed quite difficult to implement.

Huo Yuhao was silent for a moment, then said, "It seems that Xu Tianran is just using you and treating you as a tool."

A bitter smile appeared on Ju Zi's face. She knew this principle all too well, but most of the time, many people had no choice. If she had the ability to take revenge herself, she wouldn't need to be Xu Tianran's subordinate at all. Instead, she could have stormed into the Duke's mansion and taken the life of the White Tiger Duke.

Huo Yuhao stared at Ju Zi and said, "Senior Ju Zi, do you want to betray Xu Tianran and become my subordinate?"

"Of course, you are also my mole within Xu Tianran's group, and I will offer you benefits you cannot refuse."

Because the oranges weren't as ripe as in the original story, and because the other person liked him, Huo Yuhao directly extended an olive branch.

Orange was somewhat surprised: "An irresistible benefit?"

"Yes, for example, a soul."

Orange was somewhat bewildered upon hearing these words.

She wondered what a soul spirit was, perhaps a novel kind of soul guide.

That's not right. Teacher Xuan is the top researcher at Mingde Hall, so she has always been at the forefront of soul tool research and development. Therefore, as Xuan Ziwen's student, she basically knows the names of all the new soul tools.

"What is a soul?" she asked, somewhat puzzled.

"The so-called soul spirit is actually something that can replace the soul ring system. It is superior to the soul ring system because the soul spirit can not only retain the wisdom of the soul beast in its previous life, but also assist the soul master in battle."