Civilian Soul Masters in Douluo World

Chapter 344 The Holy Word Sect

The Heavenly Dou Empire is able to control the various kingdoms and duchies within its borders, but it is much more difficult for the Star Luo Empire. It would be considered a very good situation if it could keep the current domestic situation from falling apart.

If the Spirit Hall were to make a move at this time, a large portion of the Star Luo Empire's territory would undoubtedly fall into the hands of the Spirit Hall.

Ning Fengzhi then thought of another possibility: would the Heaven Dou Empire's actions against the various kingdoms and duchies within its borders force the Spirit Hall to take action against the Star Luo Empire sooner?
However, Ning Fengzhi did not voice his conjecture, as this would only anger Emperor Tiandou. If he could think of something, how could the emperor not think of it?

As the emperor of an empire, he could not tolerate any potential threat within his empire, especially one that was extremely sensitive.

"Sect Master Ning, do you think the Thunder God Sect will become one of the new Seven Great Sects of the Spirit Hall?" the Heaven Dou Emperor asked.

"It's unlikely, but if Your Majesty wants to manage the relationship with the Thunder God Sect well, it's best not to take any extreme measures."

The Emperor of Tiandou did not say much about this, but the subtle actions of the royal family members had already strained the relationship between the two sides.

Not long after the two began their conversation, the Emperor of Tiandou received news that Dugu Bo and Yang Wudi had returned.

"You're back so soon? Could it be that the poison Emperor Xingluo suffered from has been cured?" Emperor Tiandou's tone carried a hint of surprise, as well as some relief. It was the best-case scenario that Emperor Xingluo could wake up at this time.

"As expected of Dugu Bo, the master of poisons, he does have some skill." Bone Douluo, standing behind Ning Fengzhi, praised.

Ning Fengzhi hesitated; things were going too smoothly, which made him feel uneasy.

"Why don't we ask Poison Douluo to inquire first?" Ning Fengzhi suggested.

"Right on my mind."

Not long after, Dugu Bo appeared in the main hall, but his expression was very unpleasant.

Dugu Bo then recounted the events leading up to and following his meeting with the Xingluo Emperor.

He was already dead when he and Yang Wudi met the Star Luo Emperor.

However, he did not die from poisoning, but rather it was as if his last life essence was drained, leaving him unable to resist the corrosive effects of the poison.

"What?" The Heavenly Emperor suddenly stood up; he hadn't expected this situation.

Who has the audacity to attack the Star Luo Emperor at this time?

Before Duke Youming sets off, he will definitely conduct a thorough screening of the Star Luo Emperor's protection. Who has the ability to assassinate the Star Luo Emperor amidst such protection?

Ning Fengzhi's eyes narrowed; the situation seemed to be developing in the most dangerous direction.

“Your Majesty, I have something to say, but I don’t know if I should say it?” Ning Fengzhi suddenly asked.

"Oh? But it doesn't matter."

"Send troops to the Star Luo Empire and take over its territory; now that the Star Luo Empire is in turmoil, the Spirit Hall is very likely to take action. Rather than having a large amount of territory taken away by the Spirit Hall, it would be better for Your Majesty to take over the Star Luo royal family first, and then return it to the Star Luo Empire once the situation stabilizes."

"This……"

The longing deep in the eyes of the Heavenly Emperor was inescapable. Expanding territory was an achievement that every emperor sought, and the current situation in the Star Luo Empire, with its uncertain circumstances, presented an excellent opportunity.

However, the Heavenly Dou Emperor still had some concerns. Even if he were to take action, he wanted to uphold morality. He thought it wouldn't be too late to act after the Spirit Hall made its move.

They not only had the moral high ground, but also the right to take over the territory of the Star Luo Empire.

Ning Fengzhi saw through the Heavenly Dou Emperor's thoughts and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

If we wait for the Spirit Hall to make a move, it will be too late.

……

Inside the Star Luo royal palace, Duke Youming's face was grave. Several armies of soul masters had perished, all for hunting a soul beast for Dai Mubai. As an emperor's son, couldn't he distinguish right from wrong?

What Duke Youming found even more unacceptable was that the Star Luo Emperor had been murdered. Under such heavy protection, even a Title Douluo would find it difficult to carry out an assassination without anyone noticing.

Only a handful of people can do that.

When Duke Youming returned to the Star Luo Imperial Palace, he discovered that Dai Mubai was accompanied by a group of unknown Soul Masters.

The soul power emanating from it was chilling, unlike that of ordinary soul masters; this chilling aura struck directly at the soul.

The Duke of Youming's eyes flashed with a thoughtful look, but in the end, he could only sigh. After all, he was the third prince of the Star Luo Empire and the only heir.

Inside the side hall, Dai Mubai sat in the main seat, with Ma Hongjun sitting beside him.

They could sense the violent aura emanating from Ma Hongjun, and even his fellow Fallen Soul Masters dared not approach him easily.

Ma Hongjun successfully absorbed the soul bone that he had snatched from Tie Wu, and the evil power from the soul bone completely merged with Ma Hongjun.

During the process of fusing the soul bones, the evil power continuously fueled the dark aura of the Evil Fire Phoenix.

The evil fire was fully ignited, evolving into the ultimate dark fire.

Ma Hongjun's soul power level increased continuously, breaking through to level 80. After obtaining his eighth soul ring, his soul power level reached level 83.

"Brother Dai, you're about to become the emperor of the Star Luo Empire. Do you still need the brothers' help?" Ma Hongjun's hoarse voice came, his scarlet eyes looking at Dai Mubai.

"I summoned you here because I need your help to kill the kings of the various kingdoms and duchies. I want to completely take control of the Star Luo Empire."

Dai Mubai already knew about the situation of the various kingdoms and duchies within the Star Luo Empire from the Duke of Youming.

He originally intended to bring these fallen soul masters to the surface after inheriting the throne, in order to consolidate his position.

However, the Spirit Hall had been lurking in the shadows, and he had no choice but to use the power of the Fallen Soul Masters to drive out these potential threats.

"Hehe, that's easy, but you, the Third Prince, mustn't forget us after you ascend the throne," Ma Hongjun said again, his voice carrying a hint of warning.

"Rest assured, once I become the emperor of the Star Luo Empire, the Holy Word Sect will be the guardian sect of my Star Luo Empire."

"Since Boss Dai has said so, we won't hesitate and will deal with these traitors for you right away."

Watching Ma Hongjun's departing figure, Dai Mubai couldn't help but feel a surge of murderous intent.

Having obtained the complete power of the Evil One, Dai Mubai's strength improved by leaps and bounds, but due to the difference in soul power level, he was still no match for Ma Hongjun.

Ma Hongjun's attitude towards him had already changed long ago.

"Are you so eager to become the sect leader of the Holy Word Sect?"

Ma Hongjun killed the sect leader of the Holy Word Sect and took his place because he believed that he was the strongest person in the Holy Word Sect, so why should he be subordinate to someone else?

Ma Hongjun did indeed have the strength to kill this fallen soul master who was on track to become a Title Douluo.

Once Ma Hongjun took control of the Holy Word Sect, he directly vetoed Dai Mubai's power within the sect.

This greatly displeased Dai Mubai.

If Dai Mubai didn't currently need to rely on the power of the Holy Word Sect to try to maintain the empire's situation, he probably wouldn't have been able to resist confronting Ma Hongjun.

(End of this chapter)