Xu Zihuang's profound gaze met Ye Guyi's eyes steadily; he naturally understood what Ye Guyi was thinking.
If they followed Ye Guyi's suggestion and made use of Xu Jiujiu in this way, it would undoubtedly hold great significance for his plan to unify the continent.
The reasons he disagreed were twofold: first, he did not want Ye Guyi and Ning Tian to suffer any grievances; second, the improvement in his own strength had gradually brought a change to his state of mind. With his talent, once he broke through to the Titled Douluo realm, no one in the world would be able to match him; there was no need to resort to such methods.
Moreover, Ye Guyi was not only his lover but also his older sister without blood ties. From the latter perspective, Ye Guyi naturally hoped that he could ease the pressure he would face in the future by casually playing along with Xu Jiujiu. At the same time, Ye Guyi did not want to let Xu Jiujiu, who had once schemed against him, off so easily.
Due to her unique experiences growing up and her indulgence toward Xu Zihuang, Ye Guyi actually did not mind much if Xu Zihuang had relations with other women.
Xu Zihuang came from the imperial family and would one day inherit the throne of the Sun Moon Empire; it was perfectly normal for him to have entanglements with many women.
Back when she treated Ning Tian that way in Shrek City, it was mostly because she felt Ning Tian had taken the position in Xu Zihuang's heart that originally belonged to her. But after truly getting to know Ning Tian, she gradually came to accept it and acknowledged Ning Tian's place.
That was why, when she learned at the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect that Ning Tian was pregnant, Ye Guyi did not throw tantrums at Xu Zihuang afterward.
Xu Zihuang reached out, supporting Ye Guyi's slender waist and simply lifting her into his arms, smiling gently.
"Sister Lingyi, there's really no need for that. To be honest, I don't like this woman Xu Jiujiu, even to the point of feeling a bit repelled by her. I understand what you mean, but once I unify the continent, a purge of the upper echelons from the original Douluo Continent side will be unavoidable to consolidate rule. As the imperial princess of the Star Luo Empire, Xu Jiujiu is destined not to have a good ending. If you still feel it's not enough to vent your anger, then from now on, there's no need to feign courtesy with her; just give her a cold face directly."
"Since you have your own ideas, then do as you wish."
Her long, straight, and rounded legs slid down from Xu Zihuang's shoulders, and Ye Guyi simply hung onto him like that, her gaze dazed as a trace of attachment appeared in her smile.
"I should have realized long ago that the current you is no longer the same as when you were little."
"Nothing has changed, Sister Lingyi. I'm still me. Whether in the past, present, or future, the bond between us will never change." Xu Zihuang shook his head with a smile.
A hint of something inexplicable surfaced in Ye Guyi's golden eyes filled with laughter, and her charming face became even more captivating, like cherry blossoms in bloom.
"What you say is indeed true. When you were little, it was I who coaxed you to sleep. Now it's still me who coaxes you to sleep."
"…"
Looking at the speechless Xu Zihuang, Ye Guyi lowered her head seductively, her hands cupping his cheeks as she leaned in.
Inside the camp tent, Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi remained undisturbed until nightfall.
All of this was thanks to Xu Zihuang's earlier voice transmission to Xu Jiujiu, explaining that they would need to cultivate for a while afterward.
In the dead of night, the vast military camp housing hundreds of thousands of soldiers was exceptionally quiet. Only the occasional patrolling soul master squads responsible for vigilance passed by.
Xu Jiujiu stood outside Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi's camp tent, her face filled with conflicted expression.
During the day, Yu Tianhuang had helped them thoroughly scout the Sun Moon Empire's defenses in the Mingdou Mountain Range, providing enormous assistance to the Star Luo Empire. Both in reason and sentiment, she should not disturb him while he was cultivating.
But thinking that the Sun Moon Empire's nighttime soul guidance position deployments might have changed, she still came. In wartime, learning key information even a little earlier could reduce the Star Luo Empire's losses by a fraction.
Time was of the essence.
Just as Xu Jiujiu raised her jade hand, Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi happened to step out of the tent. Ye Guyi lightly held onto one of Xu Zihuang's arms, but upon seeing Xu Jiujiu in front of her, the faint smile on her charming face instantly vanished, her expression turning extremely cold.
It was the complete opposite of how she had treated Xu Jiujiu during the day.
Since Ye Guyi had decided to follow Xu Zihuang's wishes, and she already harbored disgust toward Xu Jiujiu, why bother putting on a false front and giving her a pleasant expression? Especially after seeing Xu Jiujiu's attire tonight.
Xu Jiujiu had clearly dressed up carefully tonight. The soft armor from daytime had been removed, replaced by a luxurious gold-and-red palace gown. Her golden, long hair was piled high, revealing a fair jade neck as graceful as a white swan. The noble aura of an imperial princess was fully on display. With her high nose bridge, alluring red lips, and flawless, charming face, she appeared even more enchanting under the seductive night.
Seeing Ye Guyi's indifferent expression, Xu Jiujiu did not react immediately, assuming it was because her waiting outside the tent had displeased Ye Guyi.
Soul masters generally disliked being observed during cultivation, let alone the suspicion of peeking.
"Tianhuang, Guyi, I'm sorry. I didn't disturb your cultivation, did I?" Xu Jiujiu gave a slight bow toward Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi, keeping her posture very low. After all, she was in the wrong first, and in the future, many matters would require the Star Luo Empire to rely on Yu Tianhuang's Golden Eyed Martial Soul's innate talent.
Ye Guyi glanced at Xu Jiujiu expressionlessly, then turned and went back into the tent.
"Tianhuang, I'm going back to continue cultivating. Come back early after handling things."
She was completely done pretending.
Xu Jiujiu was momentarily stunned. Even the slowest person could sense the change in Ye Guyi's attitude toward her.
"Tianhuang, Guyi, she…"
Xu Zihuang looked at Xu Jiujiu and said calmly,
"Jiu Jiu, coming to find me so late at night, you must have a reason that compelled you to come, right?"
"Is Guyi treating me this way because of the Death God Tower matter?"
Xu Jiujiu gazed at Xu Zihuang with hidden resentment in her eyes, lightly pursing her red lips.
"That time was an emergency; I didn't deliberately intend to conceal it. But it is indeed my fault for not explaining clearly in the letter. Tianhuang, I came to find you both now precisely to take this chance to explain everything to you."
Regardless of whether it was true or not, at least Xu Jiujiu's words were spoken very beautifully.
"Jiu Jiu, you're overthinking it." Xu Zihuang gave a slight smile.
"Anyway, I'm only helping you scout the defenses in the Mingdou Mountain Range within the camp; I won't actually go to the frontline and face the risk of being attacked by the Death God Tower. These are all trivial matters. I can see your sincerity this time."
As he spoke, Xu Zihuang's gaze fell on the luxurious palace gown Xu Jiujiu was wearing.
Xu Jiujiu's eyes flickered slightly, but she quickly returned to normal, taking the initiative to draw closer to Xu Zihuang with a sweet smile.
"Tianhuang, it's good that you're willing to believe me."
A faint fragrance emanated from Xu Jiujiu. From Xu Zihuang's angle, he could even clearly see the delicate contours. Yet his gaze remained calm throughout.
He had noticed the subtle change deep in Xu Jiujiu's eyes earlier. This princess absolutely harbored the intention of making him go to the frontline. It might not qualify as malicious scheming, but it was clear that Xu Jiujiu would always place the Star Luo Empire's interests first.
In fact, that was exactly the case. In Xu Jiujiu's view, if the Star Luo Empire organized powerhouses to destroy that Death God Tower, having Yu Tianhuang present would undoubtedly increase their chances significantly.
Xu Zihuang withdrew his gaze, looking straight ahead toward the direction of the White Tiger Duke's command tent.
"Jiu Jiu, let's get to the point."
"I'd like you to help us probe the Mingdou Mountain Range side once more." Xu Jiujiu's pretty face flushed slightly, and the resentment in her eyes grew even deeper.
Xu Zihuang remained expressionless and said, "Let's go."
Moments later, Xu Zihuang and Xu Jiujiu arrived inside the White Tiger Duke's command tent. Upon learning the purpose of Yu Tianhuang and Xu Jiujiu's visit, White Tiger Duke Dai Hao was overjoyed and immediately summoned the Star Luo Empire's group of Titled Douluo.
Everyone gathered around the massive sand table in the center of the command tent.
Xu Zihuang once again used his Mental Sharing soul skill, combined with the Void Eye innate ability, to share the current situation in the Mingdou Mountain Range with everyone.
The Star Luo Empire's First Soul Master Legion commander, Xuanji Douluo, said gravely, "The Sun Moon Empire's nighttime deployments in the Mingdou Mountain Range have indeed changed. It seems the detection capabilities of those high-altitude detection soul tools are affected by the environment."
Xuanji Douluo commanded the Star Luo Empire's First Soul Master Legion, which was directly under White Tiger Duke Dai Hao's Northwest Group Army. The two had always coordinated extremely well. Xuanji Douluo himself had a deep friendship with the previous White Tiger Duke, Dai Hao's father, and had been entrusted on the former's deathbed to protect the White Tiger Duke lineage.
However, what surprised everyone was that around the Death God Tower on the highest peak of the Mingdou Mountain Range, just like during the day, there were no soul engineer legions guarding it, not even defensive soul guidance positions existed.
At night, the Death God Tower, surrounded by blood-red light, appeared even more eerie.
"Princess, Marshal. It seems that Death God Douluo is extremely confident in her own abilities. This is precisely an opportunity for us." Giant Hammer Douluo clenched his fist tightly, eager to act.
At that moment, Xu Zihuang withdrew his martial soul and said, "Jiu Jiu, Duke, I won't disturb you here any longer."
"Tianhuang, I'll walk you out." Xu Jiujiu's eyes lit up as she raised her head and followed behind Xu Zihuang. Her goal had not yet been achieved, how could she let it end here? Right now was an excellent opportunity to be alone with him.
Xu Zihuang declined, "No need. After this, I'll be cultivating for a while. Unless it's something important, I don't wish to be disturbed. However, every day I will use my Void Eye innate ability at fixed times to probe the Mingdou Mountain Range side for you."
This was not some fabricated excuse to refuse Xu Jiujiu.
His soul power was currently at the peak of level 79. If he could break through to level 80 before the Star Luo Empire took action, it would give him greater confidence in severely wounding Ye Xishui. Even if something unexpected happened, he could withdraw more calmly.
Xu Jiujiu's expression stiffened. She stopped in place, watching Xu Zihuang's figure disappear with a darkened face.
The White Tiger Duke and the Star Luo Empire's group of Titled Douluo exchanged glances, but all tacitly remained silent.
In the blink of an eye, seven days passed.
During these seven days, Xu Zihuang and Ye Guyi stayed inside the camp tent cultivating. Aside from helping the Star Luo Empire probe the frontline situation, they basically did not go out at other times.
Having confirmed the pattern of changes in the Sun Moon Empire's soul guidance position deployments, White Tiger Duke was also formulating a plan to raid the Death God Tower. And on the eve of this operation, detailed news from the Heavenly Soul Empire frontline finally arrived.
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