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

"No problem, it is our honor to travel with Senior Enci and Senior Tongyu."

Lu Jun had no objection to this arrangement and accepted it readily.

With the current situation unclear and the enemy potentially possessing powerful figures enhanced by divine power, having two more experienced and formidable Limit Douluos on our side would undoubtedly be a timely help, greatly increasing the success rate and safety of our operation.

They desperately need top-tier combat power right now.

"Oh, by the way, there's one more thing."

As if suddenly remembering something, Xu Tiandi finished speaking, and a series of slightly hurried footsteps came from outside the conference room.

The next moment, the heavy doors of the conference room were pushed open from the outside.

Two young figures walked in one after the other.

The man in front of them was handsome, with an air of arrogance between his brows; he was Qian Gu Zhang Ting of the Spirit Pagoda.

Following behind him was a tall, bald young man named Long Yue, whose demeanor was as calm and composed as a mountain.

"Sir Speaker."

After entering the conference room, Qian Gu Zhangting and Long Yue immediately composed themselves and bowed respectfully to Xu Tiandi, who was seated at the head of the table.

Emperor Xu nodded slightly in response, then turned his gaze to Lu Jun and said:

"These two are also among the best of the younger generation in our Federation."

"For this operation, they will be temporarily assigned to your vanguard and placed under your command."

He was clearly aware of the long-standing animosity between Lu Jun and others and Qian Gu Zhangting, and his tone carried a tone of mediation and admonition:

“I know you may have had some past grievances. But now we face a formidable enemy; the Green Skull organization threatens the stability of the entire Eastern Continent.”

"I hope you can prioritize the greater good, temporarily set aside past personal grudges, unite as one, and join forces to fight our common enemy. Let all those unpleasant things fade away with the wind."

Upon hearing this, Lu Jun frowned slightly.

Is Emperor Xu speaking up for the Qian Gu family?

He instantly understood: the Qian Gu family's influence in the Spirit Pagoda was not what it used to be, and they were trying their best to get closer to Emperor Xu, which could be considered as working for Emperor Xu...

Is this an attempt to ease tensions?

"Their cultivation levels are indeed slightly below the average level of your team. I hope you can take extra care of them during the operation."

Emperor Xu continued, his tone calm yet carrying an undeniable air of authority.

Lu Jun glanced at Qian Gu Zhangting, who was standing below, trying to maintain his composure but with a hint of resentment hidden deep in his eyes, and bluntly pointed it out:

"His cultivation level is much weaker than ours? He's only at the Soul Douluo level right now."

His tone was filled with undisguised disdain.

"With this kind of strength, following our vanguard will not only be of no help, but may even become a burden."

"It would be safer and more appropriate to assign him to a more suitable reserve or support team." However, to Lu Jun's surprise, Qian Gu Zhangting seemed to have really grown, or perhaps he had been repeatedly warned before coming.

Faced with Lu Jun's blunt and even somewhat insulting evaluation, his facial muscles twitched slightly, but he managed to hold back, refusing to refute. Instead, he lowered his head and responded calmly:
"Everything will be done according to the Speaker's arrangements."

His submissive demeanor only made Lu Jun appear more aggressive and disrespectful to Emperor Xu.

Seeing this, Lu Jun couldn't help but sneer, then crossed his arms, looked directly at Xu Tiandi, and asked a pointed question:

"Speaker Xu, I can accept their participation. But let me make this clear from the outset: if during the operation, anyone disobeys my orders, acts against my will, or only cares about causing trouble and stealing credit, ultimately dragging down the entire team and causing mission failure or even casualties, who will bear the responsibility? And how should we deal with it?"

Emperor Xu was not angered by Lu Jun's questioning; instead, he readily granted him maximum authority.
"Since you are in charge of the vanguard, all decisions are in your hands."

"Whether he stays or leaves, whether he is rewarded or punished, is entirely up to you. I only care about the result."

He paused, his tone softening slightly, carrying a hint of reminder, as if giving the Qian Gu family one last chance:
"Of course, I also hope that you can consider that the Qian Gu family is now serving the Federation, and when dealing with problems, try not to be too ugly in your methods, and leave some room for maneuver."

Lu Jun then fully understood Xu Tiandi's intention. He wasn't forcibly forcing people on him, but rather giving the Qian Gu family a chance—a chance to show goodwill and ease tensions.

As for whether the Qian Gu family can seize this opportunity and whether they can make Qian Gu Zhangting demonstrate the necessary value and attitude in his actions, thereby improving the relationship, that depends on the Qian Gu family's own performance.

The initiative actually lies with Lu Jun, not with the Qian Gu family, and certainly not with Emperor Xu forcibly bringing them together.

"Okay, I understand."

Lu Jun yawned, looking somewhat listless. He casually stretched and loosened his muscles before turning and walking towards the conference room door.

"If there's nothing else, I'll be going now. I need to make some preparations in advance."

Before Xu Tiandi could say anything more, Lu Jun's figure had already disappeared at the conference room door. His style of doing things was still as independent and decisive as ever.

After Lu Jun left, the conference room fell into a brief silence, followed by a buzzing of quiet, suppressed discussion.

Many members of parliament, especially representatives of some established forces, were quite dissatisfied with Lu Jun's attitude just now. They whispered among themselves that he was too arrogant, did not take the authority of the Federal Parliament seriously at all, and even left without listening to the speaker's words. They said he was simply disrespectful and had no manners.

Only the Dai family's councilors disagreed.

Seeing this scene, Dai Tianling was also somewhat thoughtful.

It seems that Lu Jun is doing very well in Douluo Continent. In that case, can their statement be considered a timely help?
No, I must stand on Lu Jun's side at all costs...

Compared to the others, only Qian Gu Zhangting, upon seeing this scene, had a sinister glint in his eyes, feeling that he had seized an opportunity.

He immediately raised his head, faced Xu Tiandi, and said in a tone tinged with righteous indignation and provocation:

"Speaker, as you have seen, although Lu Jun is exceptionally talented and powerful, his behavior is far too arrogant and domineering!"

"Where was there even a trace of respect for the Federation or Congress in his attitude just now?"

"They completely disregarded Your Excellency, leaving their seats without your permission! Such disobedient and unruly individuals, if left unchecked, could become a future threat!"

"Should we... teach him a lesson, so he understands what the rules are?" (End of Chapter)