Chapter 59: Abolish the Rules! General Soul Breaker!
Davis made this request without hesitation. He had promised Zhu Zhuyun that he would change the heir-selection tradition of the Star Luo royal family. Now was the time to fulfill that promise.
> "This..."
Dai Pojun looked troubled and hesitated.
> "But this is a thousand-year-old tradition of the Star Luo royal family. Abolishing it so suddenly would be—"
> "Alright, Pojun!"
Dai Tianxing interrupted.
> "We elders shouldn't interfere in the affairs of the younger generation. I believe in Weis—he will lead Star Luo into a new era."
He turned to Davis and said encouragingly,
> "Weis, Grandpa supports your decision!"
> "Thank you for your support, Grandpa."
> "Father, your decision is too..."
Dai Pojun still tried to object, but Dai Tianxing interrupted again with a sigh:
> "Pojun, I know what you're thinking. But I've experienced the pain of losing a son—I don't want to see my grandchildren kill each other for the throne.
Once I obtain a spirit ring, I'll be a Titled Douluo, and my lifespan will extend beyond three hundred years. Do I really want to spend those years watching my descendants destroy one another?"
> "You're already level 89, and with hope of reaching the Title realm in the future. Do you want to watch your own children suffer the same fate?"
> "I..."
Dai Pojun hesitated. His father's words hit deep. He himself had killed his own brother in order to secure the throne. Though he ruled the empire, he was haunted by nightmares of his brother returning as a vengeful ghost.
Perhaps it really was time to change the royal rules.
After a long pause, he nodded, finally agreeing to Davis's request.
> "Very well. I will issue an imperial decree to abolish the succession-by-bloodshed rule of the Star Luo royal family. At the same time, I will formally declare Weis the Crown Prince, and Zhuyun as Crown Princess."
Davis's heart filled with joy, and he said with a smile,
> "Thank you, Father!"
With the abolition of the brutal heir-selection method, Zhu Zhuyun and Zhu Zhuqing would no longer need to fight to the death—and Davis had honored his promise.
> "Haha, we're all family—no need to thank me."
Dai Pojun sighed as he looked at his son.
> "Weis, I really admire you. You've said and done the things I didn't have the courage to."
Back then, Dai Pojun had also wanted to change the rules. But after killing his brother and taking the throne, he buried those thoughts.
Davis was different. Despite already qualifying as crown prince, he still actively abolished the cruel tradition—for the sake of his younger brother and sister-in-law. This made Dai Pojun truly admire him.
At this moment, he believed that under Davis's leadership, the Star Luo Empire would flourish.
> "I'll prepare the edict and notify your cousin Tianyu. He's always opposed his daughters being forced to kill each other. He'll be thrilled to hear this."
Just as he was about to write the edict, Davis stopped him.
> "Wait, Father. No need to rush. There's someone I'd like you to meet—he's waiting outside."
> "Oh? Who is it?" Dai Pojun was surprised.
> "It's Senior Yang Wudi of the Po Yi Clan. He has agreed to lead the Po Yi Clan in joining the Star Luo Empire."
Davis then explained how he persuaded Yang Wudi, including the three conditions they had agreed on.
> "What?! The Po Yi Clan?"
Dai Pojun's eyes lit up.
The Po Yi Clan was the strongest of the four single-attribute clans. Winning them over meant a significant rise in Star Luo's military strength.
> "What are you waiting for? Xiaoxue! Go invite Clan Leader Yang in!"
> "Yes, Your Majesty."
The maid Xiaoxue smiled and left the hall. Before long, Yang Wudi walked in, dropped to one knee, and respectfully greeted,
> "Yang Wudi pays respects to Your Majesty!"
> "Clan Leader Yang, please don't be so formal. Stand up quickly!"
Dai Pojun personally stepped down from the dais and helped Yang Wudi to his feet. This gesture left Yang Wudi flustered and speechless for a moment.
> "Clan Leader Yang's willingness to serve the empire is a great blessing. And I must thank you for refining the Ninth-Grade Qingling Pill. After taking it, my soul power rose to level 89!"
> "Level 89?!" Yang Wudi was shocked and quickly offered his congratulations.
Level 89 was the peak of Soul Douluo, and although it wasn't Titled Douluo yet, Dai Pojun's martial spirit fusion skills meant that he could rival two ordinary Title-level experts.
> "Haha! Since Clan Leader Yang is loyal to the empire, I must express my gratitude. Here, take this!"
Dai Pojun took out a soul guide ring and handed it to Yang Wudi.
> "Weis told me your clan has been struggling financially. Inside this ring are five million gold soul coins—they should ease the burden for the Po Yi Clan."
> "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Yang Wudi was overjoyed. With these resources, the Po Yi Clan could establish themselves in Xingluo City.
Even the Min Clan's Old White Bird, who frequently borrowed money from him, would have enough now to get by.
> "And I'm not finished yet! I've heard of your skills in alchemical medicine. I've decided to establish the Star Luo Royal Alchemist Association, responsible for refining medicines across the empire. I appoint you as its first president.
Also, I bestow upon you the military title of 'Soul Breaking General'. Once all members of the Po Yi Clan arrive in Xingluo City, this title will be publicly announced.
What do you think, Yang Aiqing?"
> "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your trust!"
Yang Wudi smiled with satisfaction. His love for refining medicine was unmatched. Becoming president of the Alchemist Association would allow him to immerse himself in research and practice.
As for being granted the title of General, it was a protective measure for the Po Yi Clan. Under the Star Luo banner, even Spirit Hall would think twice before targeting them.
> "Good. You may go and rest for now. Weis, go escort our dear Yang."
> "Yes, Father."
Davis and Yang Wudi walked out of the palace together.
Davis then smiled and said,
> "Senior Yang, thank you again for refining the Ninth-Grade Qingling Pill. Without it, my father wouldn't have advanced so quickly."
> "Don't be so modest, Your Highness. I didn't expect His Majesty's potential to be so strong—reaching level 89 just like that! At this pace, he may become a Titled Douluo soon."
> "Speaking of Titled Douluo, Senior—I have some good news for you. Thanks to your help, the Star Luo Empire will soon welcome two Titled Douluo!"
> "Two Titled Douluo?!"
Yang Wudi's expression shifted as he recalled the two elders he had met earlier. Even then, he had sensed something extraordinary about them.
> "Don't tell me..."
> "Yes. Grandpa and Grandma have broken through level 90. They only need one spirit ring now."
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