dmims Chapter 76 Their Plan Becomes Famous
Chapter 76 Their Plan Becomes Famous
Chapter 76 Their Plan Becomes Famous
Dai Youheng's question, "Princess, is what you said true?", brimming with just the right amount of excitement and longing, was like the sweetest nectar, precisely watering the flower called the desire for control in Xu Jiujiu's heart.
The smile on her lips instantly blossomed into an even brighter and more captivating one, her eyes sparkling with a confident light that suggested she had everything under control.
"Of course it's true." Xu Jiujiu's voice was gentle. "I've never broken a promise I made. However—"
She abruptly changed the subject, leaning back slightly to regain the poise and calculating air of a royal princess. "Now that we've reached an agreement, helping you quickly establish yourself and build prestige is our top priority. After all, a powerful and renowned partner is in our mutual interest, isn't it?"
Dai Youheng sneered inwardly, but on the surface he showed an expression of willingness to hear more.
Xu Jiujiu had clearly planned everything in advance, speaking eloquently, "Right now, there's an excellent opportunity for you to return to the public eye in the most dazzling way—the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Battle Tournament!"
"You were originally a student of Shrek Academy, and your strength was outstanding. During the core disciple selection competition, you defeated Xu Sanshi of the Xuanming Sect head-on, and you should have secured a spot in the reserve team. Unfortunately, you were ambushed by a villain and had to leave the competition. Many people in the academy felt sorry for you because of this."
She cleverly characterized Dai Huabin's sneak attack as a "treacherous scheme," which both catered to Dai Youheng's indignation and paved the way for her subsequent proposal.
"Right now, the Shrek Academy team is facing a dire situation. The Dai brothers, Dai Yueheng and Dai Huabin, are seriously injured and unlikely to recover, severely weakening their fighting strength. The regular team is practically defunct, relying solely on the reserve team to hold them up. This is precisely when they need reinforcements the most!" Xu Jiujiu's eyes gleamed with shrewdness. "And you happen to be in Star Luo City right now. With your abilities, joining the Shrek Academy team would be a godsend!"
"The competition rules already allow for player replacements due to injuries or other reasons. Your return to the team is perfectly reasonable and compliant with regulations." She looked at Dai Youheng, her tone carrying a hint of persuasion and certainty. "I've already paved the way for you."
As she spoke, she clapped her hands lightly, her voice ringing out clearly in the quiet side hall.
The moment her applause subsided, a blurry red figure appeared silently beside the tea table like a ghost, its aura almost nonexistent. Only when the figure solidified did one realize that it was an old woman with a full head of silver hair, dressed in a dark red robe. Her face was kind, but her eyes were gentle and profound, as if they could see right through people's hearts.
Dai Youheng's heart skipped a beat. The way this person appeared was so subtle that even he couldn't fully detect it; their strength was unfathomable, undoubtedly a Title Douluo-level expert!
He recognized her, or rather, he could guess her identity: Manyi, the Nebula Douluo of the Star Luo Empire, Xu Jiujiu's personal guardian, and the Martial Soul Nebula Fan.
"Your Highness." Manyi bowed slightly, her voice hoarse but respectful.
"Grandma Manyi, how did things go?" Xu Jiujiu asked with a smile, her tone affectionate.
"Your Highness, I have already gone to the Shrek Academy team's accommodation as instructed to meet with their team leader, Zhou Yi," Manyi reported calmly, her gaze seemingly sweeping over Dai Youheng with a hint of scrutiny. "After learning that Young Master Dai Youheng had arrived in Xingluo City and was willing to return to the team, Teacher Zhou Yi was overjoyed, almost eager for it. She has agreed and said she will immediately report to the academy's higher-ups to process the relevant player replacement registration procedures. As for the competition organizing committee, we will explain the situation on their behalf, and there should be no obstacles."
This competition was originally hosted by the Star Luo Empire, so as long as the rules aren't too outrageous, they can manipulate them as they please.
In fact, in the original story, Shrek Academy's vice dean, Cai Meier, also thought the same thing: to find some genius replacements from Shrek's inner academy to replace the reserve team children in the competition. However, Mu En refused, as he wanted to use the competition to train Huo Yuhao and others.
Dai Youheng's eyes flickered slightly. Xu Jiujiu's actions were astonishingly fast! Before he even "agreed," she had already sent a Title Douluo to personally carry out the foreplay.
This decisiveness and shrewdness are truly worthy of someone trained in royalty. She never even considered that she would refuse; this stemmed from her confidence in her understanding of "sycophants."
After a long while, he nodded in satisfaction, looked at Dai Youheng, and his smile deepened. "Look, Youheng, I have already set up the stage for you."
Whether you can seize this opportunity and make a name for yourself depends on your performance.
She paused, her tone seemingly casual but actually containing a hint of admonition and encouragement, "Speaking of which, if you join the Shrek Academy team and encounter our Star Luo National Academy, you won't hold back, will you? You might even personally eliminate our empire's academy."
Dai Youheng met her gaze and said frankly, "If we really meet on the field, I will give it my all. I think that's also a way of showing respect to my opponent."
"Well said!" Xu Jiujiu wasn't annoyed at all; instead, she clapped her hands and chuckled. "That's the spirit I want! If you have the ability, even if you really defeat my Star Luo National Academy, it's because we're less skilled. I, Xu Jiujiu, have always been able to accept defeat. But you must remember—"
Her voice suddenly turned deep, taking on a serious tone, "Your performance in the competition must be spectacular and dominant! You must let the imperial nobles, the military, and everyone else see your value, see your potential and strength far surpassing Dai Yueheng and Dai Huabin! Otherwise, even if my royal family is willing to support you, without the corresponding prestige and strength, it will all be castles in the air. This continent, in the end, is ruled by strength!"
"I understand," Dai Youheng replied briefly, his mind clear as day. This was both an opportunity and a test. They needed to see his usefulness for a long time.
"Very good." Xu Jiujiu was very satisfied with Dai Youheng's understanding. She gestured to Manyi beside her with her eyes.
Nebula Douluo Manyi understood, and with a flash of light in her hand, a jade box emanating a faint chill appeared in her hand.
The moment the jade box was opened, a pure yet chilling dark energy spread out, causing the temperature in the hall to drop several degrees.
Inside the jade box lay a skull, as black as ink, seemingly capable of absorbing all light. Mysterious patterns were naturally engraved on the bone, and faint spiritual fluctuations emanated from it.
"Youheng, now that you've been chosen by me, I naturally won't mistreat you." Xu Jiujiu's voice was alluring. "This soul bone is one of the treasures in my royal treasury, originating from a 50,000-year-old Illusionary Demon, named the Dark Ruler Skull. It's not only an extremely rare head soul bone, but also a top-tier dark attribute, a perfect match for your Evil Shadow Demon Tiger Martial Soul. It can greatly enhance your spiritual power and has a powerful amplifying effect on your dark attribute soul skills."
A 50,000-year-old head bone! Even Dai Youheng couldn't help but show a hint of genuine surprise in his eyes.
This is quite a generous gesture; Xu Jiujiu is really willing to spend a lot to win him over. The value of this soul bone is in no way inferior to the Frost Giant's torso bone from before.
However, just as Dai Youheng was about to reach out and take it, Manyi flipped her wrist and closed the jade box, once again isolating the alluring soul bone aura.