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After the spear glow shattered the wooden door, it continued forward with overwhelming momentum. Wherever it passed, the bricks and stones on the ground were pulverized into fragments.
Seeing this, Dugu Bo's green eyes flickered slightly.
He let out a cold snort, then waved his hand. A thick, ink-like poison mist surged forth from his palm, spreading instantly.
Sizzle, sizzle, sizzle…
Wherever the poison mist spread, the surrounding air rippled unnaturally, as if twisted by an invisible force.
The spear glow plunged into the poison mist, accompanied by a "sizzling" sound. In the blink of an eye, the once-powerful spear glow was effortlessly corroded and dissipated into nothingness.
At this moment, Dugu Bo turned to Dai Chengfeng, a faint smirk playing on his lips, filled with pride and playful mockery.
It was as if he were saying…
Chengfeng, so it's that old goat?
Dai Chengfeng gave a slight nod. "Indeed, the leader of the Breaking Clan, Yang Wudi."
With that—
Dai Chengfeng looked at the towering, broad-shouldered figure in the courtyard, holding a black spear and facing away from him.
"Yang Wudi, is this your way of giving me a warning?"
Dai Chengfeng narrowed his eyes. The smile that had been on his face earlier faded, replaced by a subtle glint of coldness in his gaze.
"So what if it is?"
Yang Wudi's voice remained arrogant. "If even a casual spear strike from me cannot be blocked by anyone around you, is there really any point in negotiating?"
"However, I must admit, the person beside you isn't bad."
"He managed to block my attack without using any soul skills…"
Compared to Yang Wudi, who clearly intended to intimidate Dai Chengfeng to gain the upper hand in future negotiations—
Yang Wushuang, standing nearby, looked at Dugu Bo. He froze for a moment, then shrank back slightly, offering an awkward smile.
Before Yang Wudi could finish speaking,
He gently tugged at his sleeve and whispered, lowering his voice: "Big Brother, it seems… it seems we can't win this."
"Stop pretending, will you?"
"Huh?"
Yang Wudi frowned slightly at his younger brother. "Can't win? You're joking!"
"Who in the entire Star Luo Empire can't I defeat?"
Looking at his still-arrogant older brother, Yang Wushuang blinked rapidly, signaling for him to turn around. "We really can't win, and the person who came is an old acquaintance of yours!"
"They're obviously well-prepared!"
Seeing the anxious and slightly embarrassed expression on Yang Wushuang's face, Yang Wudi's curiosity was piqued.
Finally, he turned around.
The next second, Yang Wudi froze in place…
"Dugu… Dugu Bo?"
Seeing the surprised Yang Wudi, Dugu Bo smiled faintly. "Old Goat, it's been years since we last met, and your temper has grown quite a bit, hasn't it?"
"What? Still planning to give me a warning?"
"Do you not fear that tomorrow, everyone in your clan except you might end up lying stiff and dead?"
Instantly, even someone as proud as Yang Wudi couldn't help but feel a flicker of unease.
After all, Dugu Bo was a true Title Douluo. Yang Wudi knew he couldn't defeat him, but he could at least ensure he didn't lose.
However, his clansmen would have absolutely no chance against Dugu Bo.
Coming back to his senses, a hint of embarrassment flashed in his eyes. "Dugu Bo, shouldn't Zhu Fan, the commander of the Star Luo Empire, be the one accompanying Dai Chengfeng?"
"Why are you here? Shouldn't you be in Tiandou City?"
But soon, a sudden realization dawned on him. "Could it be that Dai Chengfeng has joined you?"
"You've got it wrong~"
By now, Dai Chengfeng had already entered the courtyard with Dugu Bo. As he spoke, Dugu Bo actively pulled over a chair for Dai Chengfeng. "It's me who has joined under Prince Chengfeng."
In that moment, Dugu Bo gave Dai Chengfeng ample face.
"Wha… What?!"
Yang Wushuang instantly blurted out in shock, "You mean… you've joined under Prince… Prince Chengfeng?"
Yang Wudi also froze momentarily, staring in disbelief at the calm and composed Dai Chengfeng seated on the chair, looking as if it were only natural.
Yang Wudi couldn't understand.
Clearly, the Star Luo Imperial Family didn't have a single true Title Douluo. If Dugu Bo were willing, even the Emperor of Star Luo would treat him as an honored guest.
Yet here was this young man, merely a prince of the Star Luo Empire!
What kind of merit or virtue did he possess to command the loyalty of a Title Douluo?
As Yang Wudi and Yang Wushuang stared in astonishment, Dugu Bo offered no further explanation. Instead, he quietly stood behind Dai Chengfeng.
"Hiss!"
At this moment, regardless of how much Yang Wudi refused to believe it, Dugu Bo's demeanor made it clear—Dai Chengfeng was the one in charge between the two.
Even if it were just an act…
How many people in this world were worthy of a Title Douluo like Dugu Bo putting on such a performance?
"Truly, heroes emerge from the young!"
Yang Wudi gazed at Dai Chengfeng, a trace of admiration in his voice.
"Now, do I have the qualifications to talk with you?"
"Yang Wudi!"
Dai Chengfeng raised his eyes slightly, sweeping over Yang Wudi with an indifferent gaze.
Yang Wudi met Dai Chengfeng's eyes.
Though there was no trace of emotion in Dai Chengfeng's gaze, Yang Wudi couldn't help but think of how he had just tried to intimidate someone who could command a Title Douluo to serve him.
For the first time, Yang Wudi felt a flush of embarrassment creep up his face. "Cough, cough~"
"Of course, you do. Just now, it was my mistake. I hope Prince Chengfeng won't take it to heart."
Watching Yang Wudi's shift in attitude—from arrogance before seeing Dugu Bo to now treating Dai Chengfeng as an equal, even slightly lowering himself.
Dai Chengfeng nodded in satisfaction.
No wonder the title of Title Douluo carried such weight—it was truly effective!
Dugu Bo also gave Dai Chengfeng a smug grin, as if saying: See how well I played along? You owe me extra!
Dai Chengfeng gave a slight nod, then turned his attention back to Yang Wudi.
"Leader Yang Wudi, surely you wouldn't have become the leader of the Breaking Clan without being intelligent. Therefore, you should already know why I asked you and Yang Wushuang to come to Wu'an City."
Yang Wudi said nothing but nodded solemnly.
Earlier, Yang Wushuang had already informed him of Dai Chengfeng's stance.
Since Yang Wushuang was willing to seek him as his master, and he showed no interest, insisting instead on meeting Yang Wudi, the leader of the Breaking Clan—
Yang Wudi understood the other party's intentions perfectly.
Clearly, the goal was to bring the entire Breaking Clan under his command.
"Indeed, a smart man."
Dai Chengfeng looked at Yang Wudi, crossing his arms and resting his chin on them. "Since Leader Yang Wudi understands my meaning and has come to Wu'an City, I assume you've mentally prepared yourself."
"So, let's talk about your conditions!"
Buzz—
Looking at the composed Dai Chengfeng, Yang Wudi suddenly tightened his grip on the Soul-Breaking Spear.
"Prince Chengfeng, discussing terms is fine!"
"But!"
"Wushuang told me that Prince Chengfeng wields a spear technique that is unrivaled in its dominance. Today, I'd like to see it for myself!"
"What do you say?!"
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