Douluo: The Unrivaled Demon Lord

Chapter 157 Self-Strategy, The Princess Who Fetches Herself, The Evil Princess's Pre-Battle Sweet Treat
The night was as dark as ink, and it wasn't until late at night that the Shrek Academy group returned to the Star Emperor Hotel.

Shu Yan looked around at everyone, then smiled and said:
"You are all intelligent people, and you surely know what can and cannot be said. I have always acted with propriety, treating friends with courtesy, and as for enemies... I will certainly eliminate them completely..."

Everyone felt a chill run down their spines, but no one dared to question the truth of these words.

This boy, much younger than them, had somehow become someone they could never reach... They all knew very well that in the future, two words would forever shine brightly in the void, and those two words were Shu Yan!

Shu Yan smiled slightly, then continued:
"Get some rest, everyone. There's a competition tomorrow... Oh, by the way, I'm not joking about the soul spirit thing. Anyone who dares to try, go register with Ma Xiaotao. She'll let me know when she's tallied up the results..."

Ma Xiaotao's eyes lit up, but Shu Yan's words made her unable to stop overthinking...

The fact that he entrusted me with such an important task suggests that he trusts and values ​​me a lot, especially considering that he has three girlfriends around him...

Shu Yan had no idea what Ma Xiaotao was thinking, otherwise he would have burst out laughing.

To be honest, he entrusted this matter to Ma Xiaotao simply because he didn't want his woman to waste her time on such trivial matters...

As for whether Ma Xiaotao can be formally employed, Shu Yan is not concerned about that for the time being. He has more important things to do right now.

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Another night of earth-shaking tremors.

The next day, as expected, Shu Yan, who was still lazily watching the play from the stands, received an invitation from Xu Jiujiu to visit the Xingluo Imperial Palace.

Shu Yan greeted Han Ruoruo, then got up and followed the royal official toward the Star Luo Imperial Palace.

Not long after entering the palace, Shu Yan noticed Princess Jiu Jiu, who seemed to have been waiting for a long time.

After a brief greeting, the two chuckled softly and said:

"We're about the same age, so there's no need to be so polite when we're alone. If you'd like, just call me Jiujiu."

Shu Yan raised an eyebrow slightly, then smiled and said:
"Then we'll do as Princess Jiu Jiu says..."

A stunning smile bloomed on Xu Jiujiu's face. She turned gracefully and then gestured for him to enter.
"Shu Yan, you're a smart man, you should know why I invited you here today, right?"

"Oh? What does Your Highness mean by this?"

Shu Yan asked the question knowing the answer already.

Seeing Shu Yan feigning ignorance, a hint of embarrassment and annoyance appeared in Xu Jiujiu's eyes. She gave a soft snort and then said:

"Then I will make it clear that the reason I invited you here today is for that piece of Ice Jade Scorpion's left arm bone."

Shu Yan chuckled and then said:
"What, does your country intend to give us that soul bone?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Jiujiu smiled slightly, then turned around and said:
"It's not impossible, but there's a prerequisite."

"what?"

"Marry me! Not only will that soul bone be yours, but you can also choose any three treasures from the Star Luo Empire's treasury."

After a long while, he spoke without blushing or skipping a beat.

"Then I may not be destined for that soul bone. Your Highness may not know, but I already have a girlfriend. My main reason for wanting this soul bone is for her sake..."

Shu Yan said, feigning a hint of regret.

Upon hearing this, Xu Jiujiu merely rolled her eyes at Shu Yan, then quickened her pace slightly. Before long, the two arrived at a magnificent hall.

Seated on the main seat in the main hall was a middle-aged man dressed in a light gold robe. The man was handsome and exuded an indescribable air of nobility. He was none other than Emperor Xu Jiawei of Xingluo.

Shu Yan bowed respectfully, and Xu Jiawei smiled slightly before saying:

"No need for formalities. The main reason I summoned you here today is to confirm one thing with you: is your second martial soul indeed the legendary Ice Jade Emperor Scorpion?"

Shu Yan nodded, without denying it.

A strange look flashed in Xu Jiawei's eyes, and then he continued:

"Yesterday, after careful consideration, we decided to bid on the Ice Jade Scorpion's left arm bone ourselves to avoid any credibility issues."

"However, this item will no longer be auctioned. But to thank your academy for reminding us, we have decided to use this Ice Jade Scorpion left arm bone as a prize. If Shrek Academy wins the championship of this year's All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Battle Tournament, we will give this left arm bone directly to your academy as an additional reward. Of course, we also ask your academy to keep this matter confidential."

Well, on the surface it's a gift to your college, but in reality it's a gift to Shu Yan.

After all, the problem was pointed out by Shu Yan, and it has nothing to do with Shrek Academy.

Although this was the actual situation, Xu Jiawei still put on a good show.

"Thank you, Your Majesty..."

Shu Yan didn't stand on ceremony and stood up again to bow.

Both Ling Luochen and he needed this soul bone, and since the Star Luo Empire was willing to give it away for free in order to get closer to him, Shu Yan naturally had no reason to refuse. Although free things are the most expensive, it didn't matter much to Shu Yan.

Seeing that Shu Yan accepted the favor, Xu Jiawei's smile deepened. If simply giving away a soul bone that only a non-ultimate attribute soul master could absorb could bring him closer to Shu Yan, Xu Jiawei felt that this deal was not a loss, and even slightly profitable.

After all, they probably wouldn't be of much use to that soul bone anyway, so they might as well do a favor and let it play its proper role.

……

After another round of the same old conversation, Xu Jiujiu led Shu Yan out, while Xu Jiawei remained seated in the main seat, gazing at their retreating figures, lost in thought.

It must be said that if Shu Yan didn't already have a girlfriend, he would have really done his best to bring him and Xu Jiujiu together. This was an emperor's long-term consideration, and also the best arrangement for his sister as an elder brother.

He knew his younger sister all too well. Over the years, almost no man had ever truly stirred her emotions, and Shu Yan was undoubtedly an exception…

Upon further reflection, Xu Jiawei shook his head slightly, feeling that this was quite normal.

Shu Yan was too outstanding, so outstanding that he could overshadow everyone else simply by standing there quietly. Xu Jiujiu was proud at heart. Having been pampered since childhood, she was used to interacting with people with an elegant and intellectual demeanor. However, there were very few people who could truly earn her respect. In this context, Shu Yan's appearance undoubtedly disrupted Xu Jiujiu's inner perception and balance...

Perhaps Xu Jiujiu at this moment is somewhat similar to Ma Xiaotao in the past. Their psychological activities are somewhat similar, but not entirely the same.

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After returning to the Star Emperor Hotel after a long farewell, Shu Yan immediately began his research. Soul skills are skills derived from the bloodline genes of soul beasts. This Ice Jade King Scorpion and Ice Emperor belong to the same clan, sharing many similarities in bloodline and genetic structure. What Shu Yan needed to do was to analyze the part of the bloodline genes belonging to the Ice Explosion skill using his mental power and have Ice Emperor replicate it into her soul bone.

There is no precedent for this, so its success is still quite uncertain.

But after just one night, a smile still appeared on Shu Yan's face.

"Indeed, this is feasible, but it will take some time."

A hint of excitement crept onto Hyotei's face, and she whispered:

"How amazing! I never thought we could do this before. Ah Yan, we have made history once again."

"This is also thanks to Elder Yi, Xie Ji, and Tian Meng. Otherwise, it would probably have taken us a long time to figure it out on our own."

Shu Yan stretched and then chuckled.

"Yes! Let's keep up the good work. I have a feeling that I will be able to perfectly master the Ice Blast Divine Skill in three days at most."

Hyotei clenched his fist and said.

"I have no objection, but before that, we have more important things to do..."

Shu Yan took the sweet tea that Han Ruoruo handed him and drank it all in one gulp. His gaze then turned to the distance, the meaning of which was self-evident.

"Great, great! I love murder and robbery the most. You're going to have a few more level nine soul master spirit slaves this time, Shu Yan. Shouldn't you thank me properly..."

With a playful laugh, Xie Ji hugged Shu Yan from behind, and Shu Yan's head almost sank completely into her two soft breasts. Xie Ji's hot breath sprayed on his neck, which was extremely alluring.

"Really? Then go buy yourself a whip you like, consider it my reward, how about that?"

Shu Yan leaned closer to Xie Ji with a look of enjoyment on his face, then chuckled softly.

A strange blush appeared on Xie Ji's face. Her fingertips gently stroked Shu Yan's cheek, but she hesitated to answer his question...

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The night is dark and windy.

Shu Yan flew past at breakneck speed high in the sky, Xie Ji's voice echoing in his ears:

"Shu Yan, according to the intelligence provided by the Star Luo Empire, there are definitely quite a few powerful individuals who came to meet those Sun Moon Empire people this time. Moreover, just now, I also discovered some interesting little things..."

Shu Yan's figure appeared and disappeared among the clouds high in the sky. As he moved forward, he asked:
"Just tell me."

The Evil Princess gave a strange smile, then said:

"It's the Holy Spirit Cult. That group has a Super Douluo, a Title Douluo, and a bunch of Soul Douluos and Soul Saints. Besides them, those guys with unusually well-proportioned bodies seem to be from that so-called Body Sect. Their leader is also a Super Douluo, around level 98, with considerable overall strength. His aura is even faintly touching the Limit Douluo realm. There are also two Title Douluos, but their strength is average..."

"It's quite a scene. If I hadn't stopped Elder Xuan, Shrek Academy would definitely have gotten involved too. Once Shrek Academy got involved, the Star Luo Empire would have had to get involved as well, and other forces would follow suit..."

Shu Yan said with a chuckle.

"Hehe, isn't it better with more people? It's always good to have a lively atmosphere..."

"The evil princess continued with a chuckle."

Over time, they had all signed soul contracts with Shu Yan. However, because they had previously condensed their own bodies, their soul bodies and energy bodies had merged, so while Xie Ji and the others' combat power hadn't returned to its peak, it had increased considerably.

To be honest, Xie Ji, Xue Di, and Mo Huang are all powerhouses at the Limit Douluo level. Xie Ji has just reached the quasi-demigod realm, while Xue Di and Mo Huang are both demigods. Without the home-field advantage and not being in their complete forms, their strength has decreased. However, in this situation, it is still a dimensional reduction attack.

Moreover, with these three great gods under their command, the Ice Emperor, even at full strength, can now contend with a level 97 or 98 Super Douluo. The Eight-Cornered Mystic Ice Grass has no problem contending with a Super Douluo. With their lineup, if they dare to be bold, they could even slaughter the entire Body Sect.

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The northernmost part of the Mingdou Mountains, on the border of the Xingluo Empire.

As the border between the Star Luo and Sun Moon kingdoms, the Mingdou Mountain Range is the largest and most mysterious of all the mountain ranges on the continent. The area in front of Shu Yan is one of the weakest points in the Mingdou Mountain Range. More importantly, it is less than 300 kilometers away from the border of the Heavenly Soul Empire, making it a sensitive area.

By the time Shu Yan arrived, a fierce, emerald-green light had already illuminated most of the night sky. Countless soul-guided cannonballs and soul-guided rays swooped down from the sky, striking the ground and triggering one massive explosion after another. Flames soared into the sky, and even the sounds of battle carried an air of boundless ferocity.

"It's quite a spectacle. Four level-nine Soul Masters, each specializing in offense, agility, defense, and support respectively. With four level-nine Soul Tools as their core, and the support of level-seven or eight Soul Masters, their formation is truly difficult to break without the strength of a Limit Douluo. Moreover, their formation can indeed be described as both offensive and defensive. If those Soul Cannons that are currently charging up can hit, it wouldn't be difficult to kill a Title Douluo."

Following Shu Yan and the others, Xie Ji gradually learned a lot about Soul Masters. Spiritual attribute Soul Masters are the most suitable type of Soul Master to become Soul Masters. Although Xie Ji is not a Soul Master, she is a ferocious beast with a spiritual attribute. If she is willing to learn Soul Guidance Devices, she will be able to become a Level 9 Soul Master in no time.

Yes, Ye Xishui is a good example of this. If Shu Yan remembers correctly, she only started learning to create and use soul tools after becoming a Limit Douluo…

Unfortunately, Xie Ji has absolutely no interest in these things now. She only believes in the purest soul power and spiritual power. Unless one day soul tools can develop to the point of killing gods, she is too lazy to waste time.

"They've been fighting for a while now. Both the Body Sect and the Mingde Hall have suffered considerable casualties. Those evil soul masters are still observing from the shadows, probably planning to be the mantis stalking the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind..."

Shu Yan concealed himself within the space, gazing into the distance where a Super Douluo and a Title Douluo of Evil Soul Masters were hidden, along with over a hundred other Evil Soul Masters.

Just as Shu Yan was observing, Xie Ji mysteriously pulled out half a watermelon from somewhere, then scooped out a piece with a spoon and fed it to Shu Yan's mouth.

"Try this, I just brought it from the hotel. I've finished all the sunflower seeds, peanuts, and nuts I brought, this is all I have left..."

Shu Yan hesitated for a moment, but still took a bite under Xie Ji's expectant gaze.

"Is it sweet?"

"I ask softly," Xie Ji asked.

"It's quite sweet... but... it seems a little too sweet..."

Shu Yan became increasingly hesitant…

"Oh dear, there's a big battle coming up, and another 'big battle' after we get back. I was worried you'd be too tired, so I added some specially cooked thousand-year-old whale glue and ten-thousand-year-old Yangling sea urchin... Hehe, I guarantee you'll be full of energy when the battle starts..."

As soon as she finished speaking, Shu Yan felt a surge of yang fire rush to the sky. Xie Ji chuckled and whispered in Shu Yan's ear while also getting handsy...

Yeah, an evil spirit beast, huh? It's all about being a monster...

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(End of this chapter)