Douluo: Purple Brilliance Shines, Sun, Moon, Mountains and Rivers Are Forever

Chapter 113 The Crown Prince's Secret, Curiosity Killed the Cat
After the show was over, a maid gestured for them to come in, saying, "Please follow me, gentlemen."

The three entered a private room on the third floor. A beautiful woman heard their footsteps and stood up from the sofa in the inner room.

She was a woman in a long, bright red dress, exceptionally beautiful, no less so than Luo Xinyao. Her ebony hair was styled in a high bun, and her slender waist, wrapped in brocade, was so thin it could be encircled with one hand. She swayed with every step she took, truly a rare beauty.

"Pavilion Master Ziyang, it's a pleasure to meet you."

When she saw the man behind Luo Xinyao, Pingting paused in her tracks.

Xu Tianze walked straight up to the beautiful woman and said, "Alliance Leader Shangguan, it's a pleasure to meet you."

"Sixth...Sixth Prince."

After the competition, Xu Tianze's name became known to everyone in Mingdu.

Shangguan Wei'er has been operating in Mingdu for so many years, and getting to know all sorts of strange and powerful people is just the beginning, not to mention that Xu Tianze is a prince who is currently enjoying great popularity.

"it's me."

"Are you the Master of Ziyang Pavilion?"

"I have to thank Alliance Leader Shangguan for showing mercy on several occasions, otherwise how could I have kept my identity hidden until now?"

"Your Highness is indeed a master strategist. Your Highness, please have a seat."

Xu Tianze, Shangguan Weier, and Luo Xinyao had just sat down when Di Qiu'er barged in carrying Ye Guyi.

"What's going on? Can't you see I'm entertaining distinguished guests?"

"Alliance Leader Shangguan, please forgive her. She is my companion. She saw that your place was preparing for a new round of Soul Battles and couldn't resist the urge to fight. She has offended me. Qiu'er, please put her down."

Di Qiu'er gave a soft "hmm," then put down Ye Guyi and stood beside Xu Tianze.

"Don't forget what you promised me."

"I won't forget, I'll take you out for a big meal tomorrow."

"Uh-huh."

Shangguan Weier had already learned the whole story from Ye Guyi, and couldn't help but cast a cautious glance at the three people on Xu Tianze's side.

Luo Xinyao had previously represented Ziyang Pavilion in several contacts with the Ordinary Alliance. Di Qiu'er and Ye Guyi had a battle of souls. Xu Tianze, needless to say, was a prince and a prominent figure in Mingdu. Under his leadership, Ziyang Pavilion had always been the Ordinary Alliance's number one competitor.

Having dealt with each of the three individuals individually, none of them were easy to handle. Now, they've come together as a group, representing Ziyang Pavilion.

Shangguan Weier already attached great importance to today's meeting, and now she has to be even more focused.

"Your Highness, I am aware of Supervisor Luo's meaning. I wonder if her attitude reflects Your Highness's and Ziyang Pavilion's attitude?"

"I believe she wouldn't act on her own."

"In that case, Your Highness, your terms are very good and tempting, but please forgive me for finding them difficult to accept. I would be very grateful if Your Highness would be willing to lend a helping hand."

But this Ordinary Alliance is, after all, the culmination of my years of hard work, the place where my sisters find refuge and security. I truly don't want it to be dragged into the struggle for the throne.

Xu Tianze's fingers tapped rhythmically, making Shangguan Wei'er's heart pound.

"Your Highness, what is your opinion?"

"Alliance Leader Shangguan, I am well aware of your concerns. However, in recent years, your Pingfan Alliance has joined forces with the Aodu Chamber of Commerce to resist the Xishui Alliance. Peace and tranquility are no longer possible."

"You can either surrender, but the leader knows better than I what kind of place the Xi Shui Alliance is and what kind of people are inside. Are you really willing to collude with evil spirit masters? Or you can fight the Xi Shui Alliance to the end. Without royal backing, your chances of winning are still slim, because behind the Xi Shui Alliance are not only evil spirit masters, but also His Highness the Crown Prince."

"Your Highness, if I may ask a blunt question, do you think you have the ability to stand against His Highness the Crown Prince?"

“My elder brother has been running the Mingdu for many years, and in recent years he has repeatedly handled state affairs on behalf of our father. Behind the scenes, he also colludes with evil spirit masters. In terms of foundation and strength, I am naturally no match for my elder brother.”

“Admittedly, we do not want to associate with evil spirit masters. We can also find a more powerful prince, such as the third prince supported by the royal family, instead of Your Highness.”

"Alliance Leader Shangguan, I haven't finished speaking. I'm still young and don't have as much time as my elder brother to develop my power. But I only need three years. If the Ordinary Alliance provides full assistance within three years, I can be on par with my elder brother and stand on equal footing."

"Your Highness is truly ambitious."

Xu Tianze knew that Shangguan Weier was a shrewd person who had her own calculations. To persuade her, he needed to have something real.

So he took out the Shence Battalion's military order, placed it on the table, and pushed it towards Shangguan Weier.

"what is this?"

"Token of the Commander of the Shence Battalion".

Shangguan Wei'er frowned slightly. What kind of army was this Shence Camp? She had never heard of it before.

Xu Tianze answered his questions, “Shence Camp is the newest army established by Father Emperor. This new army is composed entirely of experts above the fourth-ring Soul Master level, totaling five hundred people. They are currently undergoing intensive training and will officially serve in the army soon.”

"Five hundred elite royal instructors at the Soul Master level or above—His Majesty truly places high hopes on Your Highness."

"Not only that, you should already know the identity of the person next to me. Her surname is Di, bestowed by His Majesty, the Di of the head of the Southern Military Region!"

Shangguan Wei'er suddenly realized what was happening and looked at the seemingly harmless Di Qiu'er in shock.

"If you're still hesitant, I can tell you another secret. But once you know this secret, you'll have no room for regret or choice."

"That makes me very curious. What kind of secret could give Your Highness such confidence?"

“This is a very important matter. If you’ve thought it through, come with me. You’ll be the third person besides the person involved to know this secret.”

After hesitating for a long time, Shangguan Wei'er had already made up her mind. If Xu Tianze could really increase the stakes, it wouldn't hurt to strengthen her resolve.

She followed Xu Tianze to a secluded room, where a soul power shield prevented anyone else from discovering the secret.

"Your Highness, can you tell me now? What exactly is the secret?"

"Many years ago, the second prince plotted to attack the crown prince. The crown prince was lucky and survived, but he lost three of his legs as a result."

"Why would the Crown Prince have three legs?" A sudden thought flashed through Shangguan Wei'er's mind, her beautiful eyes filled with disbelief. "Your Highness means that the Crown Prince... he will never have his own..."

"Shh! Just keep it to yourself! This is a deadly move, meant to be used at the most crucial moment to send the Crown Prince to his death."

"This is a huge secret, Your Highness. How did you find out about it?"

"Don't ask what you shouldn't ask; curiosity killed the cat. Because of your curiosity, you can no longer get on the prince's ship."

If the Crown Prince finds out that you know his biggest secret, you, and your entire Ordinary Alliance, will be wiped out.

Don't let your curiosity ruin my path again. I hope you'll consider this carefully, Alliance Leader Shangguan.

(End of this chapter)