Douluo Continent: The Evil-Eyed Dragon God, Many Women, Many Blessings

Chapter 538 Calm Madman

Even so, the final number of participating teams was as high as 167, far exceeding the previous competition.

As the wealthiest nation on the Douluo Continent, it's no surprise that the Sun Moon Empire hosts such a grand competition.

Even so, they spent three whole months preparing for this competition.

As the largest city on the mainland, Mingdu has also expanded a large number of hotels and increased the number of rooms in order to accommodate more guests during this grand event, especially merchants from other places, and to earn more profits from it.

As a competition spanning the entire continent, its influence is undeniable.

As the number one Soul Master nation on the continent, the Sun Moon Empire has spared no expense in this competition.

The final prize was no longer a soul bone, but was replaced by the most famous soul tool of the Sun Moon Empire.

The champion team will receive a level 9 soul tool, the runner-up will receive a level 8 one, and the third-place team will receive a level 7 one.

The price of these three soul tools is much higher than the value of the soul bones.

In particular, the level nine soul tools that the champion team can obtain are basically priceless treasures in today's world.

Because only the Sun Moon Empire has level nine soul masters, naturally only they possess level nine soul tools.

This thing is a rare find in the Three Kingdoms region of Douluo Continent!
Well, of course, there's a premise here: Huo Yuhao, the overpowered character, is an exception.

With such generous rewards, all participating teams are eager to compete and strive for higher rankings.

This is not only a great opportunity to become famous overnight, but also a great chance to reap huge profits!
For modern Soul Masters, in order to become stronger, in addition to their own cultivation, they have to rely on Soul Tools.

The exorbitant price of high-level soul tools makes them unaffordable for the vast majority of soul masters.

To become a strong person, you absolutely need money.

Mingdu, the Imperial Palace of the Sun and Moon Empire, the back garden.

The wheelchair moved slowly along the wide bluestone path in the back garden.

The plants, each with its own unique shape, are neatly scattered throughout the garden, and every design is ingenious.

The small waterfalls in the artificial hills, the royal patterns adorned with flowers, and the tall trees make the entire royal garden of the Sun Moon Empire feel like a forest, filled with the breath of nature.

"How is Father Emperor doing?" Xu Tianran, sitting in a wheelchair, closed his eyes, a thin blanket covering his legs, exuding a faint sense of leisure.

It was Orange who was pushing his wheelchair.

Today, Orange wore a pale yellow dress that accentuated her fair and delicate skin, making her look noble and elegant.

Compared to before, she now possesses a more composed demeanor, and the occasional glint in her beautiful eyes reveals the wisdom typically found in those in positions of authority.

"His Majesty's health is probably not holding up any longer. The imperial physician said that His Majesty has been frequently unconscious and falling into a coma these past few days," Ju Zi said softly.

Xu Tianran kept his eyes closed, as if the frail old man Ju Zi had mentioned had nothing to do with him.

"My father worked diligently his whole life, seeking no merit but only avoiding mistakes, and missed so many great opportunities! In the future, he can only be a mediocre emperor."

Xu Tianran asked calmly, "What's the military's reaction?" Ju Zi replied, "The military is very calm. Since we took control of the Mingdu Garrison, the military's original opposition has disappeared."

"At least two-fifths of the empire's army is directly under our control, and of the remaining three-fifths, two-fifths are either in a wait-and-see attitude or are only loyal to the emperor."

"Once you ascend the throne, I believe they will immediately come to your side. As for the last fifth, most of them are powerful generals on the border. Some of them have been bribed by other princes, and some are your old enemies."

Xu Tianran smiled, a smile that was quite handsome, but for some reason, when Ju Zi saw it, her heart felt as cold as if it had fallen into an ice cellar.

Because she knew very well that whenever Xu Tianran showed such an expression, it meant he was about to unleash a massacre.

"No rush. After I ascend the throne, if they remain stubborn to the end, you can go and make a trip there," Xu Tianran said with a smile.

Ju Zi's delicate body trembled slightly, but she still nodded: "Yes."

Xu Tianran turned to look at her and said, "Ju Zi, there's no need for such formality between us. Once I ascend the throne, the first thing I'll do is make you my empress, the mother of the nation."

Xu Tianran's expression softened slightly: "You're always so reserved, which makes you lack the dignified bearing of an empress."

Ju Zi smiled gently: "Your Highness, as you know, Ju Zi doesn't seek any title or status by following you. Ju Zi has only two wishes: one is to always stay by your side, and the other is to destroy the Star Luo Empire."

Xu Tianran nodded gently: "Both of your wishes will come true. Your performance in the army has exceeded my expectations. Even those stubborn old generals admire you very much."

"At this rate, when we go to war with the Star Luo Empire in the future, you will be my marshal."

"Thank you, Your Highness." Ju Zi quickly knelt down beside Xu Tianran's wheelchair.

Xu Tianran raised his hand to support her: "I've already said, we don't need to be so polite between us. If you hadn't saved my life back then, I would be dead by now. Among my subordinates, there are many who are more capable than you, but the only one I can truly trust is you."

Orange's beautiful eyes were filled with gratitude, but Xu Tianran did not notice that deep in her eyes was a cold indifference.

"Can I really be so casual in front of you? There was a minister who had been kind to you before, but he died a violent death at home not long after because he acted a little more at ease in front of you. And I was the one who gave you the order," Orange thought to herself.

At the same time, another figure with black hair and red eyes suddenly appeared in her mind.

"Perhaps, only in his presence can I truly feel at ease," Orange thought to herself.

Ju Zi knows Xu Tianran's personality all too well.

This Crown Prince is indeed a man of great talent and ambition. He has only one goal in life: to unify the entire Douluo Continent.

Moreover, he was intelligent, patient, and ruthless. Although he was disabled, he possessed almost all the prerequisites for success.

But ever since he lost his legs and his sexual ability, his personality has become increasingly cold and gloomy.

The occasional hint of hostility he exuded made even Orange dare not approach him easily.

He was not just a ruthless and powerful figure; sometimes, Orange even thought he was a madman, an exceptionally intelligent madman.

But she needs the support of such a madman to get revenge.

She didn't want to follow in that minister's footsteps, so she was always very careful, even humble, in front of Xu Tianran.

(End of this chapter)