Douluo: This Legend of the Dragon King is not quite right

"Hahaha." Xu Tiandi laughed heartily on the other end of the communicator. "Good lad, you know how to talk. But how can a few ferocious beast soul bones fully represent the support and gratitude of the Federation and myself?"

He then changed the subject, his tone becoming quite generous:

"Alright then, as a token of our apology and sincerity, all the spoils you looted at the Tang Clan branch in Aolai City, whatever they may be, will belong to you. The Federation will not interfere."

But he immediately added:
"Of course, if there are any special resources or classified information involved in federal strategic security... well, then it still has to be handed over to the federal government according to the rules. You shouldn't mind that, right?"

"Speaker, please stop testing me." Lu Jun responded with a smile almost without hesitation, his tone frank.

"I, Lu Jun, am, in the end, just an ordinary student and a Soul Master with some talent, who grew up under the joint protection and nurturing of the Spirit Pagoda and the Federation."

"What I pursue is only to improve my own strength and deal with the Tang Clan, our common enemy. What use are those strategic resources to me? To play with them? Of course, I should hand them over."

His words not only demonstrated his impeccable political stance but also cleverly distanced him from any interest in power and resources, perfectly fitting the persona of a genius solely focused on pursuing power.

Upon hearing this, Xu Tiandi on the other end of the communicator seemed very satisfied, and his laughter became even more delightful:
"Haha, good, well said. But you can't be so sure about everything. Who can predict the future? But hearing you say it yourself, I'm really relieved."

He then became serious and got to the point:
"Alright, let's get back to the main topic. Next, the arduous task of clearing out all Tang Clan branches along the route from Aolai City to Mingdu in the eastern part of the continent is officially entrusted to you."

"I have encrypted and sent the specific location coordinates and known outpost information to this temporary communicator of yours."

Emperor Xu's voice carried an undeniable air of dominance:

"Go ahead and do it with confidence. You don't need to worry about opponents at the Contra level or above. With a few of us old guys watching from the shadows, the Tang Clan doesn't have the guts or the ability to completely fight to the death with our Federation. They won't dare send their top combat power to deal with you unless they want to trigger a full-scale war ahead of time."

Lu Jun remained silent, listening attentively, knowing that Emperor Xu Tian had more to say.

As expected, Emperor Xu Tian continued:
"However, you and your companions will need to deal with enemies at the Soul Saint level and below."

"You must understand that at this stage, the Federation is not yet fully prepared for a full-scale war with the Tang Sect and Shrek Academy."

“We need time, and we also need a relatively controlled level of conflict to gradually weaken them, while avoiding over-provoking them into a desperate act.”

“So…” Xu Tiandi’s voice became meaningful, “we will keep the overall scale of the conflict within the scope that you and your team can handle.”

"This stage is now in your hands, so what do you say, Mr. Lu? Are you confident you can do it?"

His tone softened at the end, seemingly offering a way out:
"Of course, if the situation really develops to the point that you can't control it, or if you encounter unforeseen dangers, I will immediately have Guan Yue and Qian Gu Qing Feng, who are accompanying you, come to your rescue."

"However, in that case, this operation to scare the enemy into submission will have to come to an end."

After listening to everything Xu Tiandi had said, Lu Jun finally spoke again, his voice calm yet containing a powerful confidence:
“I am confident. Speaker, don’t forget, my adventures in the far north are far from being fully revealed.”

His words implied that he still had untapped cards up his sleeve.

"Really?"

Xu Tiandi's voice revealed a strong interest and anticipation.

"Hehe, then I'll be even more looking forward to your performance. It's an honor to work with such a talented young person who keeps bringing surprises."

"You're too kind, Speaker." "Alright, I wish you a safe journey and many good news." After saying that, Xu Tiandi hung up the communication decisively.

Lu Jun put down the communicator and handed it back to Dong Zi'an, who was standing next to him, without any expression.

Dong Zian took the communicator, looked at Lu Jun, and a complex smile appeared on his resolute face. He said:

"It seems you have fully grasped the Speaker's deeper intentions: to accomplish the greatest things with the least amount of noise."

"With a young, ambitious genius like you, who has a personal grudge against the Tang Sect, causing trouble and pressing forward step by step, the Tang Sect will be hesitant to act rashly. They will not dare to send someone with too high a cultivation level to retaliate, for fear of giving us an excuse to start a full-scale war. The situation will also be easier to control within the scope we set so that it does not get completely out of control."

"Although we don't know what the Tang Sect is up to right now, neither the Tang Sect nor our Federation is ready for a full-scale war at this stage."

"so……"

Dong Zian patted Lu Jun on the shoulder, his tone solemn:
"This eastern route is now in your hands, Mr. Lu."

Lu Jun smiled:
"I have no objection. Taking down the Tang Clan is something I've always wanted to do."

There was one more thing he wanted to say but didn't:

Moreover, if he could absorb and filter all the faith power collected by the Tang Sect, it would be almost a certainty that his spiritual power would break through to the Spirit Domain Realm!
This matter is extremely beneficial to him personally.

"Okay, then it's up to you."

Dong Zian nodded emphatically, said no more, turned and strode away, his figure quickly disappearing at the end of the street.

Lu Jun took a deep breath, turned around, and faced his companions who had been waiting for him.

All eyes were on him, filled with questions and a burning desire to fight.

Lu Jun waved his arm, his voice clear and powerful, echoing throughout the venue:

"You all heard what I just said. The plan has changed; our destination is no longer a direct return to Mingdu—"

A sharp smile curled at the corner of his lips, like a drawn sword:

"Our next mission is to fight our way along the eastern route! We'll wipe out every single branch of the Tang Clan that they have along this line! We'll loot them all! We'll smash them to pieces!"

"it is good!!!"

Without any hesitation, shouts filled with excitement and fighting spirit rang out in unison!
Xie Xie, Le Zhengyu, Long Chen and others had fighting spirit burning in their eyes, and even Gu Yuena and Yuanen Yehui had sharp glints in their eyes.

Their pent-up anger and the thrill of the recent looting and destruction filled them with anticipation for their next move.

We will fight to sustain our war effort and sweep across the East!
This young team, like ferocious beasts broken free of their reins, led by Lu Jun and with the tacit approval and even support of the Federation's high command, charged headlong into the strongholds that the Tang Clan had established in the eastern region.

A bloody storm targeting the Tang Clan has officially begun to sweep rapidly along the eastern coastline of the continent. (End of Chapter)