Davis pursed his lips, "Were my words just a bit too aggressive?"
The way those soldiers of the Xingluo Empire acted just now got to him for a moment, without considering so many things!
All the Daijin, hearing this, nodded vigorously...
It wasn't just aggressive, it could almost be said to be mocking those soldiers of the Xingluo Empire...
Davis hesitated for a moment and proposed his idea, "Should I... apologize to everyone?"
As the most valued prince, he was quite capable of picking things up and putting them down!
After all, what if someone really harbors suspicion or resentment towards him because of what he just said?
This proposal was immediately rejected...
"Apologize? This may not align with your status as a prince, and could even have the opposite effect!"
"That's right, just after mocking them, if you apologize immediately, people might not believe you are sincere. It's better not to do so!"
"Absolutely, Lord Davis, you best refrain from doing anything for now!"
But Davis didn't relax at all, "But if I do nothing, as you said before, won't someone harbor grievances against me?"
"This time going to the Tiandou Empire Palace, Father has placed great expectations on me. If there's an error because of them, not only I but everyone else might be significantly affected!"
The Daijin exchanged glances...
Indeed, they accompanied Lord Davis here to discuss alliance matters with the Tiandou Imperial Family!
"Indeed, if we do nothing, it could negatively impact our subsequent task."
"So... should Lord Davis apologize to everyone??"
"Are you joking? In my opinion, we shouldn't let Lord Davis apologize, but we can propose increasing the benefits of the soldiers upon returning to the imperial palace."
"Hey, I think this method works; the soldiers should be quite pleased!!"
Davis thought for a moment and also found some sense in it...
Although the soldiers of the Xingluo Empire are not poorly treated, who wouldn't want better treatment?
Perhaps this could even serve to motivate these soldiers!!
Having thought of this, he hesitated no longer, "Let's do it, just improving their benefits a bit. When I return to the imperial palace, I'll speak to Father, it's not a difficult matter."
.....
After discussing, Davis and the Daijin also returned to the group...
Looking at these soldiers filled with resentment towards him, he took a deep breath, "Ladies and gentlemen, I know it has been tough these days, especially since the landmarks on the map are completely different from the surrounding landscape, but this should be the work of abyssal creatures or soul beasts!"
"However, I hope you can overcome this. After returning to the Xingluo Empire, I will personally suggest to Father to increase your future benefits, how about it??"
This statement immediately surprised the soldiers...
"What?? Lord Davis plans to petition for improved treatment for us? That can't be a joke, right? Things like this aren't easily done."
"And why not, Lord Davis is the most trusted prince by Your Majesty. If he wants to improve our treatment, he can easily do it."
"But how do we know if Lord Davis will indeed do it? What if he disowns it after returning to the Xingluo Empire?"
"Impossible, right? There are so many Daijin present; if Lord Davis breaks his promise, it might greatly affect his reputation."
"Hmph, I think Lord Davis is merely perfunctorily appeasing us. Didn't he just think we embarrassed the Xingluo Empire?"
Facing so much doubt, even though Davis had mentally prepared himself, he couldn't help but feel embarrassed!
He spoke again to comfort them, "Everyone, I guarantee as a prince, if you complete the task successfully and return to the Xingluo Empire, I will surely have Father increase your benefits!"
It seems that his impression wasn't as good as he imagined!
So many people even doubted he wouldn't keep his promise!
After receiving assurance again, the soldiers' voices of doubt significantly lessened...
Only then did Davis breathe a sigh of relief, no matter how, these soldiers were appeased...
But soon, a soldier spoke again, "Lord Davis, what should we do next? Wandering around the Aquipeia Forest might make it hard to leave shortly."
Though Davis was equally worried, he maintained his composure and said, "Everyone, don't worry, I've already sent some soldiers to scout. Surely, we will find a way out soon."
This time, he did not plan to proceed according to the map, because the surrounding environment was utterly different; continuing to look would only get them more lost!
It's better to let some experienced Soul Master scout the way!
The former nodded slightly, "Since Lord Davis says so, we can rest assured!"
...
Meanwhile!
In the camp stationed outside the Aquipeia Forest!
In Xue Qinghe's Sea of Consciousness, a surge of spiritual power echoed...
"Holy Daughter, shall I dispel these toxic mists?"
Clearly, it was the work of Porcupine Douluo!
Xue Qinghe responded calmly, "No need, with these poisonous mists present, it's an excellent guard against the abyssal creatures or soul beasts attacking at night."
"Then... should we proceed with our original plan?"
"With that Du Gu Bo present, the chances of failure are not small."
Your Qinghe hesitated for a moment, "For now, we should observe changes quietly; it's not the best time to act yet."
Moreover, once Xue Beng encounters a mishap, the first person Du Gu Bo would suspect would be me!
No, he wouldn't even doubt; he would directly act against me!
By then, Porcupine Douluo, waiting in the distance, might not make it in time!
The distant Porcupine Douluo seemed to understand the latter's meaning, "I understand, Holy Daughter, you must be careful."
At this moment, Du Gu Bo, who was conversing with Xue Beng, suddenly puzzled, "Hmm?"...
Noticing something amiss, Xue Beng confusedly asked, "Senior Douluo of Poison, what's wrong?"
Du Gu Bo furrowed his eyebrows, "I just seemed to feel a surge of spiritual power watching this place, but it vanished in an instant."
If he's not mistaken, the other party is at least of Titled Douluo level strength!
Xue Beng's expression also turned solemn, "Someone was spying on this place; could it be someone from that imposter brother?"
After speaking, he glanced at Xue Qinghe, who remained calm in demeanor...
Du Gu Bo said gravely, "This possibility cannot be dismissed. During this period, it's best if Lord Xue Beng stays as close to me as possible!"
"In this way, if they want to act, they need to think carefully!"
Knowing the other party was concerned for him, Xue Beng did not refuse, "I understand."
Imposter brother, what exactly are you scheming??