In Douluo Continent, I saved Zhu Zhuqing at the beginning.

However, the Grand Duke of the Underworld's reply caused the Fourth Elder to burst into laughter: "Haha, you're not even a Title Douluo, so what benefits or advantages can you bring to our family? I think you, the patriarch..."

"He's gotten senile before he even got old."

This statement garnered the approval of many.

Everyone stared intently at the Grand Duke of the Underworld, awaiting his answer.

Even the Seventh Elder, who had always supported the Grand Duke of the Underworld, was conflicted.

To be honest, emotionally, he hoped that the clan leader could give the fourth elder a good slap in the face.

But reason told him that what the Fourth Elder said was true. Offending the royal family would surely bring disaster to the family.

Soon, the Fourth Elder's smile faded, his gaze turning sharp. "As the patriarch, to disregard the clan's interests—you have already failed in your duty! If the clan..."

Because of your compassion, you have incurred the wrath of the royal family; you will be a disgrace to your clan!

“I propose that you be temporarily stripped of all your rights as the clan chief.”

"I second that!" the Sixth Elder said calmly. He was originally from the same faction as the Fourth Elder, so naturally he would support it.

"Clan leader, how could you say that? You should have settled down and returned to the clan before discussing a solution with the Grand Elder. Now, even if I wanted to help you cover it up, I couldn't."

The Seventh Elder shook his head and sighed inwardly.

The Fifth Elder remained silent as always.

Undoubtedly, both were considered to have abstained.

The Fourth Elder's victory was assured... The Fourth Elder, beaming with pride, looked at the Grand Duke of the Underworld with the arrogance of a victor.

"Chief, do you have anything else to say? If there are no objections, I will assume command."

To hell with Mr. Lin's bullshit, nothing is more important than pleasing the royal family.

Without a doubt, he would order the capture of Zhu Zhuqing in the next moment.

The Grand Duke of the Underworld took in everyone's expressions, but he still couldn't help but smile.

"Are you laughing?" The Fourth Elder frowned.

What time is it? He's still laughing! Doesn't he know he's about to be stripped of all his rights? He might even be subject to family sanctions and nailed to the pillar of shame.

"I'm laughing at your ignorance."

The Grand Duke of the Underworld walked slowly forward, speaking with each step a sentence. "I said I would prove it to you."

"How do you prove it?"

Everyone was stunned. What did this mean?

The Grand Duke of the Underworld approached an ancient tree and looked at the Fourth Elder. "How much longer do you think it can live?"

"They should only live for two or three months."

As a Soul Master, his perception of life was extraordinary. The Fourth Elder gazed at the ancient tree the Grand Duke of the Underworld had pointed to, wondering how many years it had lived. Its trunk was completely withered, with only a few remnants remaining.

A few leaves are scattered. Clearly, life has come to an end.

The Grand Duke of the Underworld remained silent, but instead took out a small bottle and casually poured the liquid inside onto the tree trunk.

Everyone looked at the Grand Duke of the Underworld, puzzled. What did he mean by that?

Does pouring out the water from the bottle revive this ancient tree?

How is this possible? How could such a thing happen in the world! Even a powerful healing-type Soul Master can only heal injuries, not extend lifespan.

At this moment, everyone stared wide-eyed.

Even the Seventh Elder held onto a sliver of hope.

One second, two seconds, three seconds.

One point, two points, three points.

There has been no change at all.

"It's just a dying struggle."

The Fourth Elder and the Sixth Elder already had mocking smiles on their faces.

It was all in vain... The Seventh Elder couldn't help but feel disappointed. He turned to leave.

The Grand Duke of the Underworld had watched him grow up from childhood, regarding him as his own son. Now that he had fallen to such a state, he couldn't bear to look at him anymore.

"hiss………"

Suddenly, a surprised sound from behind made him stop in his tracks.

He glanced back and saw that everyone's faces looked as if they had frozen in place.

He turned around abruptly, and a look of surprise appeared on his aged face.

Because.

That ancient tree, which was on the verge of death, has miraculously come back to life!

The withered yellow leaves are turning green, and tender new branches are constantly sprouting.

In the blink of an eye, the withered ancient tree has become lush and vibrant.

At this moment, under the incredulous gaze of the Fourth Elder, the Grand Duke of the Underworld put down the bottle and said calmly, "I said I could prove it. Do you believe me now? This is Qing'er."

It was made by hand by the teacher.

“This…this…how is this possible…”

"Someone actually managed to create a divine object that increases lifespan..."

The Fourth Elder asked blankly. He felt as if he were experiencing a scene from a myth.

However, his keen senses told him that this ancient tree was so vigorous that it could easily live for several more decades.

"Someone like Mr. Lin is beyond your comprehension."

The Grand Duke of the Underworld glanced disdainfully at the Fourth Elder, then uttered a startling statement: "To put it bluntly, that bottle of water just now could have increased your lifespan by a year. Now…"

That's all.

"What! It even works on Soul Masters!"

The fourth elder was utterly horrified, as if struck by lightning.

This is undoubtedly a major piece of news.

He was already very old, and his cultivation had been difficult to improve in this lifetime. The divine object that could replenish life force and prolong life was entirely a treasure in his imagination.

This tiny bottle of water can increase one's vitality for half a year?

Even the other elderly elders had become intensely focused.

"Chief, do you know how this divine water is made?"

"Of course!"

The Grand Duke of the Underworld couldn't help but recall the origin of the divine water. Wasn't it simply a matter of pouring water into a purifier, then releasing it, and the divine water appeared...?

It's simple. Very simple.

"For the sake of the family's interests, I believe the patriarch will share the method for making the divine water!" The Fourth Elder, true to his cunning nature, immediately started by slapping a label on someone.

Is this something I'm offering to you?

I'm afraid I'm living in a dream.

Go ask Mr. Lin if he will agree.

The Grand Duke of the Underworld sneered: "The waters here are too deep; even if I told you, you still wouldn't be able to grasp them!"

"Insanity!"

"Arrogant".

"I think you just want to line your own pockets."

Many of the members of the Four Elders' faction couldn't help but reprimand them.

But the next moment, they fell completely silent.

The Grand Duke of the Underworld took a step forward, unleashing a terrifying aura.

Yellow, purple, black, black, black, black, eight soul rings slowly pulsating around him.

This...this is...level 90 soul power?

Everyone was terrified.

Unexpectedly, the Grand Duke of the Netherworld has actually broken through that limit! Doesn't that mean that obtaining a soul ring makes one a Title Douluo?

The elders dared not say another word.

The Seventh Elder looked excited.

Leaving aside other matters...

The Zhu family is finally going to rise to prominence.

Chapter Forty-Four: I, the Star Luo Emperor, am convinced!

Star Kingdom.

The Star Luo Emperor sat high on his throne, gazing at the bowing attendants below, and said leisurely, "The Grand Duke of the Netherworld has been back in the Star Luo Empire for three days, and has finally deigned to come see me."

"

"Go, let him in."

"Yes," the waiter replied respectfully and hurriedly withdrew.

He knew His Majesty well, having served him for many years, and knew that beneath the seemingly calm exterior lay the prelude to a storm.

Before long, the Grand Duke of the Underworld strode into the hall, bowed slightly, and said, "Your Majesty, I have returned!"

"Hmm?" Emperor Xingluo didn't even frown; his gaze immediately turned cold.

In the past, although he had always stopped the Grand Duke of the Underworld from kneeling, he still maintained his composure.