Douluo: The Holy Radiance of the Dragon King

"A pleasant collaboration? What an ironic statement..."

Di Tian smiled wryly, his expression forlorn. It was unclear whether he was laughing at Feng Zaixing, at himself, or both.

"If the Beast God doesn't like it, we can use a different word. Whether it's 'like-minded' or 'colluding with each other,' the most important thing in the world is to recognize who our enemies are and who our friends are, and to build a united front. The Beast God and the Soul Beast Clan can be our friends."

Feng Zaixing spoke with a smile, his words carrying a sharp edge, causing Di Tian to ponder and Le Zhengyang's forehead to twitch.

They can be friends, or they can be enemies; the choice rests entirely with Di Tian.

At this moment, Le Zhengyang's mindset underwent a significant change, and a flood of thoughts rushed out.

I initially thought today's events were a coincidence, a coordinated effort between the military and the Spirit Pagoda to suppress Shrek Academy, but now it seems...

That's too much of a coincidence!

Feng Zaixing had known about the Beast God's whereabouts for a long time, and it was clear that the Beast God had been waiting for him to form an alliance with Xingdou.

He secretly met with Di Tian and plotted against Shi Tang Chuanling. If word got out, he would be disgraced, yet he remained calm and composed. This composure was something Le Zhengyang had never seen before, and none of the children he had watched grow up could compare.

"Could it be that our ancestors truly felt a deep resentment towards the Spirit Hall for producing so many foolish and stupid individuals in its later years, and thus sought out a wise one to revive the family's glory?"

An unrealistic idea popped into Le Zhengyang's mind; he found it absurd yet also reasonable.

After all, Feng Zaixing used his power to intimidate Di Tian, ​​but didn't he also use Di Tian's power to intimidate himself?

After this incident, I will never underestimate him and will do everything in my family's power to help him rise to the top.

Even after understanding all this, I will still make this choice, the choice that is most beneficial to myself, to the Le family, and to Feng Zaixing, and I will be even more determined to make it.

Cooperation benefits both sides; a united front—this is something I also tell myself.

"Taking advantage of two quasi-gods to snatch chestnuts from the fire, young man, you're quite daring..."

Quietly calming his breathing, Yue Zhengyang secretly decided to bury these things deep in his heart.

Some things are best left unsaid. He can rest in peace knowing that the angel family has a successor. Now he only regrets that he came too late.

"Since we've reached a consensus today, let's make a pact: Na'er is the love of my heart, Di Tian, ​​you can't take her away from me."

After agreeing on the general terms of cooperation, Feng Zaixing patted Na'er beside him and smiled softly.

Upon hearing this, Di Tian's eyes widened immediately, and he exclaimed excitedly, "That's impossible! She is the hope of the Dragon Clan!"

Those despicable humans actually want to keep their master alive; they're even worse than Huo Yuhao.

Looking at Feng Zaixing's expressionless face, Di Tian's eyes flashed: "When did you find out she came from the Star Dou?"

Na'er's expression changed drastically, her purple eyes blinking uncertainly, like a cautious young animal.

"After she awakened her martial soul," Feng Zaixing said without changing his expression, uttering the words he had already prepared.

"Her bloodline surpasses all recorded Dragon Martial Soul Masters. There has never been a Dragon Martial Soul True God in human history; it could only have come from you, and she has a very deep relationship with you."

"Although the weapon spirit is somewhat abnormal, this is the only explanation I can come up with."

Di Tian nodded, his gaze darkening: "You're very clever. I might as well tell you, her body will change soon, and we must come; if you force her to stay, it will be disastrous."

Feng Zaixing nodded slightly, extended a finger, and said, "Her body is very strange. Our Body Sect cannot figure it out. Perhaps you can bring her some benefits."

"But I must see her again within a year, and I will not allow her to be harmed in any way; otherwise, I will do what is right regarding Huo Yuhao."

Di Tian's eyes widened instantly, his chest heaving violently, and he said angrily, "You're so open and aboveboard, making no attempt to hide anything; do you think you've got me cornered?"

As soon as he finished speaking, a cold wind suddenly swept through the world. Feng Zaixing raised his eyes and swept his surroundings, his expression as calm as ever: "Beast God, you overestimate me. But I dared to come to see you, so naturally I had planned everything. You wouldn't believe that I was unprepared."

"She called me brother, so I have to take responsibility. I know she's a soul beast in human form, but that's none of my business. I dared to scheme against Shi Tang, so adding a Star Dou to the mix isn't a big deal."

He said calmly, "Kill me, and Xingdou's plan will be in vain. Your news will appear on the desks of the four major powers and five major families within a day. The result will be mutual destruction. I don't want much, just that my junior sister is safe."

Di Tian stared intently at the boy, the dark clouds above his head almost coalescing into a ferocious, angry dragon.

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At this moment, a giant dark golden hand appeared out of thin air and grabbed straight at Na'er behind Feng Zaixing!

"Don't even think about it!"

Things took an unexpected turn when Le Zhengyang suddenly appeared and clashed head-on with the giant palm.

A deafening roar stirred up a cloud of dust. Feng Zaixing, pulling Na'er along, emerged from the billowing smoke and said leisurely to Di Tian and the newly appeared burly man:

"To attack with just a word, Lord Xiong, your temper is far too impulsive. Do you perhaps intend to lure the powerful forces of Mingdu to this place, where you will meet your end?"

"Teacher, please let him calm down."

As soon as the words were spoken, a streak of red light tore through the dark clouds in the sky like a hurricane, and the armor solidified in the void, reflecting the light and shadow of a plane.

Mu Ye arrived through the air, his god-level mecha transforming into a three-meter-long heavy sword. Like the master of a small plane, his aura surged like a torrent, pressing down on Xiong Jun.

"Did I agree to steal my disciple?"

Xiong Jun's eyes flashed with a fierce light as he sneered, "Humans are all full of tricks; I saw right through you all long ago!"

"I'm afraid you don't have the ability. This isn't the era for you to rule!"

Mu Ye sneered repeatedly, his eyes filled with killing intent, and his crimson soul waves tore through the clouds, pressing down on the void.

"That's about enough," Feng Zaixing thought to himself.

He stepped forward and looked at Di Tian, ​​saying, "Beast God, you can't even control your subordinates?"

"After two more moves, you won't be able to seal off this land. You know the consequences then."

Di Tian's expression changed slightly. He glanced at Le Zhengyang and Mu Ye, then swept his gaze over Xiong Jun, and shouted, "Stop!"

The powerful voice spread out along with a dark storm-like soul wave, and the aura of the three masters simultaneously dissipated.

"Di Tian?" Xiong Jun asked, his eyes red, regarding Di Tian's attitude.

Di Tian's expression changed several times before he finally sighed.

He opened his palm, conjured a black scale, and threw it at Feng Zaixing.

"These are the scales I shed during my tribulation. Keep them with you, and I will help you if you are in danger."

Having said that, Di Tian reached out and grasped Na'er, instantly bringing her to his side through a void vortex.

"Please swear on the honor of your dragon clan that you will treat my junior sister well and send her back within a year."

The dragon scale flew to his front, but Feng Zaixing did not catch it. He simply watched Di Tian quietly.

Di Tian turned his back and said quietly, "You don't need to tell me that. If anything happens to her, I will pay with my life and apologize to the Dragon God."

As soon as he finished speaking, a black wind swept across the sky, and a stream of light enveloped his lonely figure, Xiong Jun's hesitant eyes, and Na'er's reluctant face.

Feng Zaixing waved to Na'er and smiled goodbye: "A temporary separation is for a better reunion. We'll wait for you to come back."

Na'er burst into tears, large, wet tears rolling down her purple eyes.

"Brother, wait for Na'er to come back..."

The world returned to calm, as if Di Tian and his party had never appeared.

Feng Zaixing reached out and grabbed the black dragon's reverse scale, his eyes filled with a myriad of emotions, and sighed.

"We still lack the strength, and our plans are too complicated, so separation is inevitable."

Makino patted him on the shoulder and comforted him, "You've done very well. After all, that's a Beast God."

"I have a feeling that even if we join forces, I'm afraid..."

Le Zhengyang nodded sullenly: "The Beast God is very strong. His mastery of space is unparalleled in my life. We couldn't stop him."

"If it weren't for that, why would I even bother talking to him? I've been trying to convince him until my mouth is dry."

Di Tian disappeared completely, and Feng Zaixing's sharp aura dissipated. He drank an energy drink and, unusually, uttered a curse.

His negotiation was essentially a deception, exploiting information asymmetry to mislead the other party into believing in his strength, thus achieving a result favorable to himself.

So-called cooperation, to put it bluntly, is mutual exploitation. This is the limit he can strive for. He is unwilling to pin his hopes on Gu Yue being as stupid as the original author, foolishly making a bet.

The same logic applies to bringing up Tang Wulin, allowing Di Tian to broaden his horizons and not limit himself to the meager gains of the Silver Dragon King. He should have the ability to seize the legacy of the prison king.

The reverse scale was an unexpected bonus; I hope I'll find it useful in the future.

"It's been three years. Tang Wulin's parents are about to be taken away. We need to prepare. And Shrek Academy too..."

On the drive back to Mingdu, various thoughts raced through Feng Zaixing's mind. He turned to Le Zhengyang and asked with a smile:

"Ancestor, Shrek Academy should have received an inquiry from the Federation. Why don't you join the negotiating table and have a go?"

"If we're lucky, we might be able to get some longevity-enhancing items from the Tang Clan's Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well."

"Oh?"

……

Meanwhile, in Shrek City, thousands of miles away, the Sea God Pavilion was brightly lit, with eleven elders of the Sea God Pavilion filling the seats.

Sea God Pavilion Master, Sky-Supporting Douluo Yun Ming, sat in the main seat with a furrowed brow.

An elderly woman in a simple dress and wearing a sturdy hat sat in the first seat to his left, her face gloomy, and she spoke in a cold, hard tone:

"I've heard about what's happening outside. It seems Shrek Academy hasn't shown its fangs to the outside world for too long, and there are so many arrogant fools baring their teeth at us!"

"Yun Ming, you've neglected your duties as the sect leader."