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"Only one spirit ring away?"
Yang Wudi was overjoyed. He hadn't expected such a pleasant surprise right after joining the Star Luo Empire.
Once Dai Tianxing and Zhu Lingyun became Titled Douluo, their power would increase tremendously. And when they unleashed their Nether White Tiger…
A Nether White Tiger formed by two Titled Douluo—how unimaginably powerful would that be? Probably only a Limit Douluo would dare challenge such a force.
With Dai Tianxing and his wife reaching the threshold of Titled Douluo, Yang Wudi saw a glimmer of hope—hope for revenge against the Spirit Hall.
Dai Weisi arranged a residence for Yang Wudi within Star Luo City.
Tomorrow, he planned to purchase additional property. Once all the members of the Po Clan arrived, they could settle down in the city without delay.
After bidding Yang Wudi farewell, Dai Weisi returned to his own estate to rest—and to deliver the Ink Jade Divine Bamboo to Anna.
Once Anna absorbed it, she would undergo a complete transformation. Tomorrow, he would deliver the remaining two immortal herbs to Zhu Zhuyun and Zhu Zhuqing.
Just then, a palace maid appeared, informing Dai Weisi that once Yang Wudi was settled, he should proceed to the Zhu Clan estate for a gathering.
Dai Weisi understood. This was about Emperor Dai Pojun formally announcing the abolition of the royal heir selection rules.
For an event of such magnitude, as the crown prince-to-be, Dai Weisi naturally had to be present to witness it personally.
By now, Dai Weisi felt wide awake. Activating his martial soul, he rushed to the Zhu residence. With his current strength, it took him only five minutes to get there from the hotel.
When he arrived, he found the entire Zhu family dressed in formal attire, lined up outside the estate awaiting the emperor's arrival. Both Zhu Zhuyun and Zhu Zhuqing were present.
What surprised Dai Weisi was that Anna was also there. Clearly, the sisters had been looking after her while he was away.
Zhu Tianyu and several clan elders stood nearby, their expressions grim as they engaged in an intense, low-voiced discussion.
When Zhu Zhuyun saw Dai Weisi arrive first, she lit up with a charming smile and called out, "Dai Weisi!"
As she spoke, she dashed into his arms, pressing her delicate head against his broad chest.
Looking at the beautiful woman in his embrace, Dai Weisi gently ruffled her hair and chuckled. "It's been so long, my wife. Did you miss your husband?"
"Stop that!" Zhu Zhuyun blushed fiercely at the word "wife." "There are so many people here—don't say that out loud!"
Dai Weisi hadn't bothered to lower his voice. Everyone around had clearly heard him, and Zhu Zhuyun even caught her mother, Zhu Caiyun, stifling a laugh.
Her face turned even redder. She buried it against Dai Weisi's chest, too embarrassed to show her face, wishing she could dig a hole and hide in it.
"Not bad, Zhuyun," Dai Weisi said. "Your spirit power has already reached the peak of Rank 41."
"Hehe, of course. I haven't been slacking off at all these days," she replied proudly. Then, she released her own spirit power to gauge Dai Weisi's strength.
But she quickly discovered that Dai Weisi's aura was deep and immeasurable—she couldn't even guess how powerful he had become!
Stunned by his presence, she asked in disbelief, "Dai Weisi, what rank are you now? Why do I feel like you've…"
"Gotten much stronger?" Dai Weisi finished with a grin.
She nodded. "Mm."
"Haha, of course. I gained some incredible opportunities while training with Senior Dugu. My martial soul evolved, and my spirit power has reached Rank 56."
"Rank 56?!" Zhu Zhuyun gasped. Dai Weisi's words sent a wave of shock through the surrounding crowd.
"Rank 56?! Brother-in-law, you're that amazing?"
"Big Brother Dai Weisi, you're incredible!"
"A Spirit King at twenty years old, with a chance to break through to Spirit Emperor before twenty-two…" Zhu Tianyu commented in awe. "Dai Weisi, you're truly the greatest genius in Star Luo Empire's history!"
He had never imagined Dai Weisi would encounter such tremendous fortune.
With his breakthrough to Spirit King, there was no longer any doubt—Dai Weisi was the undisputed future crown prince of the empire.
Seeing everyone's envious gazes, Dai Weisi couldn't help but smile. Holding Zhu Zhuyun's soft hand, he said cheerfully, "No need to be jealous, Zhuyun. I've prepared an immortal herb for you too. If you can absorb it successfully, I guarantee you'll break through to Rank 50."
"Heehee, thank you, Dai Weisi! I knew you were the best!"
The affectionate atmosphere was so thick it could choke someone. The crowd looked away, overwhelmed by the display—especially Zhu Zhuqing.
Dai Weisi glanced at Zhu Zhuqing and Anna. Zhu Zhuqing had already reached Rank 27, while Anna's spirit power had risen to Rank 16—it was clear she had been diligently absorbing the nutrients from various plants.
"Zhuqing, Nana, I've also prepared gifts for you two. Your spirit power will improve rapidly."
Before Zhu Zhuqing could respond, Zhu Zhuyun pouted and muttered jealously, "Hmph, I knew it wasn't just for me. Of course all your little sisters get something."
Dai Weisi chuckled at her teasing tone. "Don't say that. What I gave you is the best of the bunch!"
"Hmph, that's more like it." Zhu Zhuyun smiled, then suddenly asked, "By the way, Dai Weisi, do you know what decree Father is planning to announce? He's making such a big deal of it."
"Hehe, you'll find out soon enough," Dai Weisi said mysteriously. "But I guarantee, once you hear it, you'll be very happy."
"Oh?" Zhu Zhuyun tilted her head, now curious and filled with anticipation.
Soon, the emperor's grand sedan arrived. Emperor Dai Pojun and Empress Zhu Yaqin stepped down, prompting the Zhu Clan to kneel in unison.
"Greetings to His Majesty! Long live the Emperor!"
"Greetings to Her Majesty! Long live the Empress!"
"Alright, Cousin Tianyu, Cousin Caiyun, rise. We're all family here—no need for such formality."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Once Zhu Tianyu and the others stood up, Emperor Dai Pojun took out three imperial edicts and handed them to the nearby eunuch.
"Xiao Li, read them!"
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Eunuch Li opened the first decree and read solemnly, "By the Mandate of Heaven, the Emperor decrees: In recognition of Crown Prince Dai Weisi's unparalleled contributions to the Star Luo Empire, We hereby formally appoint Dai Weisi as the Crown Prince of Star Luo!"
"!!!"
Gasps erupted throughout the crowd. No one expected the Emperor to announce Dai Weisi as Crown Prince so soon—especially since Dai Weisi hadn't yet turned twenty-five.
Zhu Caiyun's eyes filled with sorrow as she cast a glance at Zhu Zhuqing. Her heart ached.
Dai Weisi becoming Crown Prince meant only one thing for Zhu Zhuqing: death, or the crippling of her martial soul and a lifetime of imprisonment.
Zhu Zhuqing, too, was stunned at first. But then she looked at Dai Weisi with unwavering resolve. She believed her brother-in-law would never harm her.
Zhu Zhuyun, on the other hand, secretly pinched Dai Weisi's waist hard and muttered in her heart: This is the good news you were talking about? My little sister's about to be crippled, and you're still smiling?!
Dai Weisi felt her sharp little pinch, but simply smiled. His body had long since become as hard as steel—Zhu Zhuyun's strength didn't faze him at all.
Then Eunuch Li unrolled the second decree and began reading:
"Moved by Crown Prince Dai Weisi's heartfelt request, We hereby abolish the Star Luo Empire's royal succession competition! From this day forward, the royal siblings shall live in harmony!"
Whoosh!
The entire Zhu estate erupted in celebration upon hearing the decree.
(End of Chapter)