Chapter 66: Spirit Hall's Action
During the time Dai Tianxing ventured to the Star Dou Great Forest to obtain his spirit ring, all the members of the Po Yi Clan relocated to Star Luo City.
At the same time, the Star Luo Royal Alchemist Association was officially established. Davis arranged for the Po Yi Clan members to live near the association's headquarters.
The Po Yi Clan specialized in medicine refinement, making them a perfect fit to shine within the Alchemist Association.
After Dai Tianxing and his party returned, Dai Pojun couldn't wait to declare that the Po Yi Clan's patriarch, Yang Wudi, was appointed as the Soul-breaking General of the Star Luo Empire and granted the noble title of Marquis.
If Yang Wudi made further contributions, he could even be promoted. Alongside that, he was officially named President of the Star Luo Royal Alchemist Association, which would report directly to the emperor.
The military title Soul-breaking General might not sound like much, but the presidency of the Alchemist Association effectively placed Yang Wudi as second only to the emperor himself.
No one found fault with the decision. Although Yang Wudi was a Level 77 Battle Soul Saint, his offensive power rivaled veteran strong attack-type Soul Douluo. He was more than qualified for the position.
The news that the Po Yi Clan had defected to the Star Luo Empire spread rapidly across the Spirit Master world. The most shocked, unsurprisingly, was the Spirit Hall.
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In the Pope's Palace, Yue Guan (Chrysanthemum Douluo) and Ghost Douluo stood with their heads bowed, afraid to meet Bibi Dong's gaze on the throne.
Her face was frosty as she read through a message. Her lavender eyes shimmered with barely contained anger.
> "I didn't expect the Po Yi Clan to defect to the Star Luo Empire... Hmph, and the Star Luo Emperor dared to accept them. Is he not afraid of offending the Clear Sky Sect?"
Then her tone shifted slightly, and she murmured:
> "Perhaps… they truly have no fear. Over a decade ago, the four single-attribute clans broke away from the Clear Sky Sect and ceased all contact. And the Clear Sky Sect has been in seclusion ever since. Many younger Spirit Masters likely don't even remember the Clear Sky Sect anymore. That must be why the Star Luo Emperor dared to welcome the Po Yi Clan."
Ghost Douluo spoke up respectfully:
> "Your Holiness, this is not good news. The Star Luo Emperor named Yang Wudi as Soul-breaking General, formally absorbing him into their empire. From now on, it will be difficult for us to suppress the Po Yi Clan."
Yue Guan added:
> "And it's not just that. The four single-attribute clans always had close ties. As far as I know, they've been lying low for the past decade… But now that the Po Yi Clan has defected, the Power Clan, Agility Clan, and Control Clan may follow. If that happens, the Star Luo Empire's strength will grow even more—it would be highly unfavorable to Spirit Hall."
> "Hmm… You both raise valid points." Bibi Dong nodded thoughtfully, then issued a cold command:
"In that case, the two of you will personally go and eliminate Yang Wudi!
I want to see if he dares to challenge the might of the Star Luo Empire!"
> "Yes!" the two replied in unison.
> "Go now. And remember—clean execution. Don't leave a mess for me to fix."
> "Understood." With that, the two Douluo turned and exited the Pope's Palace.
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Outside, Ghost Douluo glanced over at Yue Guan with concern.
> "Yue Guan, are you alright? How's your injury?"
> "It's fine," he gritted his teeth. "I underestimated that old poison... I didn't expect Dugu Bo to break through to Level 93. His snake venom has become terrifying!"
Just ten days earlier, Dugu Bo had challenged Yue Guan again. In past encounters, Dugu Bo had always lost, so Yue Guan let his guard down.
But this time, with his upgraded power and even more potent venom, Dugu Bo managed to defeat Yue Guan—and even poisoned him severely.
If Ghost Douluo hadn't arrived just in time, Yue Guan might have died then and there.
> "Hmph! Old Poison, just you wait. Next time I'll attack with Ghost—we'll see how long you last!"
Yue Guan huffed angrily as the two of them headed toward Star Luo City, planning to ambush and assassinate Yang Wudi.
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Meanwhile, Zhu Zhuyun had recovered well, and Davis set out with her, Zhu Zhuqing, and Anna for the Star Dou Great Forest. They were accompanied by Lin Qiuyang and Li Hu.
Inside the carriage, Davis took out a Ninth-grade Purple Fungus and a Gengjin Fruit, handing them to Li Hu and Lin Qiuyang, respectively.
> "Uncle Li, Dean Lin—these herbs are for you."
Li Hu stared in awe at the purple fungus in his palm.
> "Your Highness… Is this the same immortal herb you took?"
He already knew the background by now—how Davis had obtained the immortal herbs from Dugu Bo, broke through to Level 56, evolved his martial spirit into the Holy White Tiger, and even performed a martial soul fusion with the two princesses.
He also saw Zhu Zhuyun reach Level 50 overnight.
At just 18 years old, Davis's talent now rivaled—or even exceeded—the so-called Golden Generation of Spirit Hall. Li Hu was secretly stunned, but above all, grateful to have followed the right master after wandering half a lifetime.
He now believed that under Davis' leadership, the Star Luo Empire would shine brightly.
> "Not quite an immortal herb," Davis said. "But they're top-grade herbs, second only in power. You've followed me faithfully, Uncle Li, and I won't let you be treated poorly.
You're already a Level 78 Soul Saint. Taking this herb might help you take another step forward. Dean Lin, same for you."
> "Thank you, Your Highness!"
Both men bowed gratefully and followed his guidance to take the herbs and begin refining them.
Two hours later, Li Hu broke through to Level 79 Soul Saint. At under sixty years old, he now had a strong chance to reach Soul Douluo before retirement.
Lin Qiuyang, who had already been Level 87 for some time, broke through to the peak of Level 87 after taking the Gengjin Fruit.
> "Thank you, Your Highness. With focused training, I believe I can reach Level 88 in a few months."
> "Your Highness, I've reached Level 79 as well."
> "Good." Davis nodded. "Once Senior Yang's Alchemist Association is fully operational, the two of you can get some spirit pills from him.
> Dean Lin, I'll send more Gengjin Fruit your way. If you're lucky, you might even reach Titled Douluo.
As for you, Uncle Li—do your best. Whether you can take that final step will depend on fate."
> "Yes!"
Li Hu nodded with determination. He knew his talent wasn't the best, and just reaching Soul Douluo would already be more than enough.
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