Douluo: Martial Soul White Tiger, I am the White Emperor of Heaven

Chapter 120 The Xu Family of the Star Crown Clan: A Storm Rises in Wu'an! (Third Update)
Saint King Jiang, aboard the White Tiger warship of the Star Luo Empire.

Wang Ping and the others remained kneeling respectfully before Dai Chengfeng, their eyes filled with trepidation.

After all, mistakes must be punished!
However, this matter could be a big deal or a small deal, depending entirely on Dai Chengfeng's decision.

Although Wang Ping and others accepted bribes, their crimes within the Star Luo Empire's army did not warrant the death penalty.

As for blocking the road, they were simply following orders and knew nothing about it.

In fact, they are the ones who suffer the most, because if something really happens, Dai Xuan of the Overseer lineage and Xu Guotao of the hidden sect Star Crown Sect will probably both say that they know nothing about it...

Whose responsibility is it ultimately? It's crystal clear!
Thinking it over, Dai Chengfeng looked at Wang Ping and the others, "According to the Imperial Military Law, you have been illegally intercepting passing merchant ships and collecting fees. Each of you deserves to die ten times over."

"Tell me, how should I punish you?"

Upon hearing this, a flash of instinctive fear crossed the faces of Wang Ping and the others.

But more than anything, they showed reverence and obedience to Dai Chengfeng, shouting in unison, "This humble general was unable to control his greed for a moment and knows he has made a mistake. Therefore, we will obey His Highness the Fourth Prince's orders without any objection!"

"At least he still retains a sliver of the backbone of a soldier of the Star Luo Empire..."

Dai Chengfeng nodded in satisfaction, "Then let's remember this punishment for now. You might have a chance to redeem yourselves later!"

After speaking, Dai Chengfeng walked towards Zhu Fan, who was standing at the bow of the boat not far away.

In an instant, Wang Ping and the others were stunned for a moment, and then they knelt down heavily again with a thud.

Looking at Dai Chengfeng's retreating figure, Wang Ping's voice was filled with the relief of surviving a disaster and gratitude towards Dai Chengfeng. He shouted, "We were foolish and made a terrible mistake. We thought we were going to die this time."

"Thank you, Your Highness, for your magnanimity in granting us this opportunity. I will forever remember this great kindness."

"From now on, I will definitely repent and reform, and wholeheartedly serve the empire!"

The voice was impassioned, carrying a resolute determination to burn one's bridges.

"This humble general is willing to repay with his life. If he can redeem himself through meritorious service, he will surely give his life and live up to Your Highness's expectations!"

The others echoed his sentiments, and vows resounded one after another.

Dai Chengfeng didn't look at them; he had already come to Zhu Fan's side.

"The morale of the army is high, Chengfeng."

Dai Chengfeng nodded, a serious look flashing in his eyes. "The situation in Wu'an City is complicated now. It's no longer just about Dai Xuan alone; there are also traces of Xu Guotao, the garrison commander of Jinshan Pass..."

"Xu Guotao's backing is no small force either!"

"Therefore, every bit of strength is important now!"

Dai Chengfeng didn't tell the whole story; for example, it wasn't just about Dai Xuan and Xu Guotao, but also the influence of the Spirit Hall...

However, compared to the Spirit Hall...

What Dai Chengfeng was actually more worried about was Dai Tian's so-called supervisory lineage, and that reclusive sect: the Star Crown Sect.

After all, due to the position of the Rakshasa deity and the enshrinement hall, the widow Bibi Dong has no intention of starting a full-scale war.

All conflicts are minor squabbles.

If Qian Renxue, that little angel, hadn't interfered, Dai Chengfeng even felt that the Spirit Hall probably wouldn't have sent a Title Douluo to Wu'an City this time.

After all, that young female pope should be quite confident...

Once he obtains godhood, no one on the Douluo Continent will be able to defy his will.

Therefore, she will most likely prioritize her divine position in everything she does now.

But it's hard to say about Dai Tian and Xing Guan Zong!

Dai Tian nominally supports the eldest prince, Davis, to succeed as the Star Luo Emperor, but in private, has he ever considered replacing the current royal family and having his lineage take the throne?
Dai Chengfeng felt that it was very likely.

After all, Dai Tian's actions were completely different from the supervisor's consistently low-key approach; instead, he amassed power on a large scale.

As for the Xu family of the Star Crown Clan?
Dai Chengfeng simply did not believe that they had no intention of replacing the Dai family!
After all, during the second era of Dou Di Zhuan, the Xu family had become the royal family of the Star Luo Empire, replacing the Dai family.

The competition for the throne in the Star Luo Empire has always been brutal; which Star Luo emperor was not a man of unwavering will?
Therefore, the future descendants of the Dai family, the Star Luo Emperor, will willingly choose to relinquish the throne to the Xu family.

It would be absolutely impossible if it weren't to save one's life!

"I wonder if the Xu family and Dai Tian have reached some kind of agreement, and whether the Xu family has any titled Douluo?"

Dai Chengfeng felt that it was very likely to exist.

However, they definitely wouldn't be peerless Douluo, and there aren't many of them. Otherwise, they probably would have already taken action against the Dai family.

Sensing his own Asura power, and the arena of life and death...

"Indeed, a storm is brewing!"

Dai Chengfeng shook his head, looked at the gradually darkening sky, and sighed softly.

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The speed of the Star Luo Empire's warships was naturally incomparable to that of ordinary merchant ships.

Therefore, what was originally expected to be a half-day journey took only two hours for Dai Chengfeng and his party to successfully arrive at the dock not far from Wuping City.

As the warship docked, Dai Chengfeng disembarked.

The dock was bustling with people, noisy and bustling.

The porters hurried past carrying heavy goods, their shouts, the sound of the river waves, and their work chants mingling together.

Dai Chengfeng looked up and gazed around. The familiar yet unfamiliar scene rushed towards him, and the past memories intertwined with the present reality, leaving him somewhat dazed for a moment.

"Finally, I'm back!"

Zhu Fan nodded, stretched vigorously, and took a deep breath of the Star Luo Empire's air. "Yes!"

"After three years, we're finally home again!"

"If my brother-in-law and sister knew about your transformation, Chengfeng, they would be incredibly pleased!"

Upon hearing this, Dai Chengfeng chuckled, thinking of his stubborn father who insisted on having him absorb the first three soul rings according to the ancestral methods.

"Maybe!"

For a moment, Dai Chengfeng wondered what kind of expression his father might have when he saw his current strength.

A hint of anticipation flashed in his eyes.

However, Dai Chengfeng quickly shook his head, a cold glint flashing in his eyes. "The most important thing now is to deal with the matter in Wu'an City as soon as possible. After all, Wu'an City is, after all, part of my territory!"

"I'm going to tell everyone!"

"My things, Chengfeng's, aren't so easy to take!"

As he spoke, Dai Chengfeng looked at Li Zhizhao beside him and asked, "Where is Zhu Yan now? Lead the way."

"Yes!"

Upon hearing this, Li Zhizhao was visibly shaken and extremely excited.

"Your Highness, everyone in Wu'an City is waiting for you to return and lead us."

"I believe Lord Zhu Yan will be very happy to know that you have returned!"

With that, Li Zhizhao quickly led the way.

About ten minutes later, Dai Chengfeng and his party arrived at the gate of Wuping City.

"Your Highness, ever since Dai Xuan came to Wu'an City, he has been ruthlessly ostracizing your subordinates. Even the current City Lord Zhu Yan has been assigned by Dai Xuan to Wuping City as a minor centurion."

Seemingly afraid that Dai Chengfeng would not understand why he had come to Wuping City, Li Zhizhao quickly explained.

"To appoint Zhu Yan as a mere centurion? Ha!"

Dai Chengfeng sneered, "I understand, continue leading the way!"

Soon, Dai Chengfeng and his party, led by Li Zhizhao, entered Wuping City.

And this moment.

Wuping City, city gate.

Watching Dai Chengfeng and the others leave, the two hunched figures huddled in the corner exchanged a glance.

"That blond-haired boy must be the person Lord Dai Xuan asked us to wait for, right?"

(End of this chapter)