Douluo Jueshi: Picking up Firefly at the Beginning

Although the princesses are of noble status, it is wishful thinking to use them to force the Star Luo Empire to surrender. Xu Jiujiu knows her elder brother Xu Jiawei's character all too well. If there is even a sliver of hope to rescue them, Xu Jiawei will do whatever it takes.

However, if the fate of the entire Star Luo Empire had to be exchanged, Xu Jiawei would inevitably face a difficult dilemma.

Ultimately, under immense pressure from various factions within the empire, he had no choice but to reluctantly abandon them.

Thinking about it this way, the most likely outcome for the Sun Moon Empire from capturing the two sisters is simply to obtain some resources from the Star Luo Empire to exchange for prisoners.

If they try to demand more, the Star Luo Empire will not easily agree. After all, in the face of the war situation that affects the entire Douluo Continent, kidnapping two princesses will not make any substantial difference to the overall situation.

Faced with the prolonged questioning, Meteor casually waved his hand, a nonchalant smile on his face, and said, "Purpose? I haven't thought about it yet. I just think it's more interesting to do this."

He was telling the truth. Looking back, when Meng Hongchen proposed the plan, he found it inexplicably novel and interesting. In addition, he had full confidence in his own strength and the meticulous planning of the entire operation. He was convinced that he could hold on for a long time without suffering too much loss, so he decisively put it into action.

As he had anticipated, a swift and decisive raid not only successfully robbed Xu Jiujiu but also unexpectedly brought Xu Yun into the picture.

The Molten Knights were completely unharmed, with all members safe and sound. From this perspective, it can indeed be considered a resounding victory.

"Are you an idiot?" Xu Jiujiu was speechless, rolled her eyes, and her resentment was about to overflow.

Just because she thought it was "interesting," Meteor dared to risk being surrounded by a large army to run and snatch the princess, which she considered utterly foolish.

In front of the heavily guarded and well-equipped camp of the Star Luo Empire, such behavior was tantamount to throwing an egg against a rock, and was extremely reckless and absurd.

“If I were an idiot, you wouldn’t be here right now.” Meteor replied with a half-smile, the corners of her mouth slightly upturned, her eyes revealing a hint of cunning and confidence.

Xu Jiujiu was speechless and fell silent. After pondering Liuxing's words, she couldn't help but feel a sense of helplessness.

Yes, if the person who caught her meteor was an idiot, then how should she face being captured by such a person? Would she really become the biggest idiot of all? Thinking of this, she felt a surge of frustration, yet she had nothing to say.

"Alright, get some rest tonight. No one will dare to hurt you without my orders." Meteor stretched lazily, his movements casual and carefree.

After saying that, he subtly gave Nana a look, signaling her to keep a close eye on the two princesses.

Then, he turned and walked with a composed gait into the tent that the Knights had already set up.

Xu Jiujiu's eyes were calm as she watched the shooting star disappear into the tent. Then, she gently took Xu Yun from Liu Ying's hands. Xu Yun was still fast asleep, looking obedient and quiet. Xu Jiujiu held Xu Yun and, led by Nana, walked towards another tent.

Actually, Xu Jiujiu wasn't too worried about her and Xu Yun's safety. After interacting with Liuxing and the others for some time, she keenly sensed that Liuxing had no intention of harming them.

Moreover, based on her assessment of the situation, she wasn't worried that Emperor Xu Tianran of the Sun Moon Empire would kill them after they were taken there. In Xu Jiujiu's view, most situations in the world are similar. If she were to put herself in the Star Luo Empire's shoes and capture the princess of the Sun Moon Empire, her first reaction, for political reasons, would definitely not be to cruelly kill her, but to provide her with the best possible food and drink.

After all, a princess's special status is an extremely important bargaining chip, which can be used to negotiate and maneuver for various interests with the other party.

Therefore, as things stand, they are safe for the time being, at least until the outcome of the struggle between the two sides is determined.

Based on this assessment of the situation, Xu Jiujiu understood that she and Xu Yun did not need to worry excessively about their safety for the time being.

All that is needed now is to wait quietly for the Star Luo Empire and the Sun Moon Empire to begin negotiations, and then let the power struggle between the two countries decide everything.

After all, as captured princesses, they had become important pawns, and they had no choice in anything; their fate was to be chosen.

The moment that truly worries her is when negotiations between the two countries reach a stalemate and all conditions break down.

Once that happens, the sisters will instantly lose their usefulness to the Sun and Moon Empire.

At that time, they will likely face an extremely tragic end. Under the shadow of the power struggle and war, their fate will become precarious.

Xu Jiujiu and Xu Yun possess the top-tier martial soul Star Crown, which is an extraordinary talent, but in their current situation, it has become a double-edged sword.

In the eyes of some ill-intentioned people, their only remaining "value" might be to be reduced to breeding machines, forced to continue the bloodline of others with powerful martial souls. Thinking of this possibility, Xu Jiujiu was filled with sorrow and resentment.

However, as a royal princess who received rigorous royal education and training from a young age, she was not without ways to cope with desperate situations.

Xu Jiujiu and Xu Yun had already mastered the means of suicide; it was their last line of defense and a resolute way to protect their dignity.

With this guarantee, she doesn't need to worry too much about suffering unbearable humiliation at that time.

In the Douluo Continent, a land where martial spirits reign supreme, royal education has instilled profound understanding for a long time.

She knew very well that women with top-tier martial spirits were always sought after by various forces, especially those who were in trouble or in dire straits.

After all, martial spirits can be passed down from generation to generation through bloodlines. For various families and forces, having descendants with top-tier martial spirit bloodlines means that the family has greater potential and hope for future development.

In the Douluo Continent, a world where the strong prey on the weak and strength reigns supreme, a woman possessing a top-tier martial soul is of immeasurable value. She is undoubtedly a rare treasure coveted by every family, used to improve their family's bloodline.

The immense power contained within top-tier martial souls drives countless families to madness, for they know that possessing such bloodlines within their clan means the potential for the birth of even more powerful descendants, allowing them to stand out in fierce competition and rise to the pinnacle of the continent. (End of Chapter)