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Whoosh—
Suddenly, Dai Mubai jerked his head up, staring at Dai Weisi and Li Hu with a look of disbelief. He couldn't believe what he had just heard.
What did they just say? The Star Luo royal family had abolished the succession trials? The princes were now to live in harmony?
Didn't that mean he no longer needed to fight Dai Weisi to the death? That he could live? It was like being pulled from the depths of hell straight into heaven—utterly unbelievable!
"B-big brother, is this… is this decree real? Did Father… really abolish the selection system for the crown prince?"
Dai Mubai's voice trembled with emotion. His heart surged with hope as his eyes locked tightly onto Dai Weisi's face.
Although he didn't believe Dai Weisi would fake an imperial decree, he couldn't accept it fully until he heard Dai Weisi personally confirm it.
"That's right. I figured you wouldn't believe it easily, which is why I came all the way back to the Star Luo Empire to explain it to you face-to-face."
Dai Weisi explained, "Father, along with Grandfather and Grandmother, have all become Titled Douluo. With their strength, they can now protect their descendants, so there's no longer any need for us to fight among ourselves.
Also, there's something else—Father and Mother both miss you very much. They hope you'll take some time to return home and visit them."
Whoosh—
The moment Dai Weisi said this, not only Dai Mubai, but everyone around changed expressions. What had they just heard?
Titled Douluo!
The Star Luo Empire now had Titled Douluo?! And it was Dai Mubai's father and grandparents?!
"My… my father became a Titled Douluo? I'm the son of a Titled Douluo?" Dai Mubai murmured in a daze, his voice trembling, his heart pounding with excitement.
This is incredible! My father is a Titled Douluo! My grandparents too! Now let's see who dares to look down on me ever again… heh heh heh…
Oscar and Ma Hongjun's eyes lit up too. Their expressions beamed with excitement.
Boss Dai's father was a Titled Douluo! And they were his sworn brothers—who would dare disrespect them now?
Even Tang San looked at Dai Mubai with admiration. He still didn't know that Tang Hao was a Titled Douluo, and at this moment, he only envied Dai Mubai for having such a powerful father.
Overjoyed, Dai Mubai sprang to his feet, finally showing a relaxed smile. "Big brother, congratulations on becoming Crown Prince. I'll return right away to visit Father and Mother."
"There's no need to rush," Dai Weisi stopped him with a gesture and continued, "Father said you can choose to remain at Shrek Academy and continue spending time with your friends.
You can also come back with me to the Star Luo Royal Academy. He won't interfere with your decision. Also—there's one more imperial decree, about you and Zhu Zhuqing. It's better you hear it before making a choice."
With that, Dai Weisi pulled out another golden decree and handed it to Li Hu. "Uncle Li, please read it."
"As you command."
Li Hu took the decree and announced:
"By the Mandate of Heaven, the Emperor proclaims:
In light of the Third Prince Dai Mubai's departure to a foreign land, and at the request of the Grand Emperor and the Empress, We hereby declare the annulment of the engagement between the Third Prince Dai Mubai and the Zhu family's second daughter, Zhu Zhuqing.
Furthermore, We formally confer the titles of Crown Princess Consort upon both the Zhu family's eldest daughter, Zhu Zhuyun, and second daughter, Zhu Zhuqing. Once the younger daughter, Zhu Zhuqing, reaches the age of eighteen, the three shall formally wed—this must proceed without delay!
As for the Third Prince Dai Mubai, once he returns to the Star Luo Empire, a new fiancée will be selected for him.
Thus is Our will!"
Boom!
In an instant, Dai Mubai felt as if thunder had struck his soul. He stood there dumbfounded, staring at Zhu Zhuqing behind Dai Weisi.
Zhu Zhuqing wore a sleek black bodysuit. Her long, flowing hair fluttered gently behind her in the breeze. Her petite frame was surprisingly well-developed, with a figure that belied her age.
She had delicate features, fair skin, and long, elegant legs that made her irresistible. Her waist sash, draped casually like a cat's tail, only added to the feline allure—like a little catgirl straight out of a dream. What man could resist a girl like that?
Gulp.
Dai Mubai swallowed hard. That was supposed to be his fiancée—now she had become his sister-in-law?
He would have to call his ex-girlfriend "Sister-in-law" from now on? What kind of twisted development was this?
Dai Mubai looked at Dai Weisi with a blaming expression, inwardly grumbling: Big brother, that's too much, isn't it? You even stole your own little brother's fiancée? A house can be rebuilt, but this... this is beyond repair!
Seeing the thoughts flash across Dai Mubai's face, Dai Weisi shrugged, wearing a look of innocent helplessness. "Don't blame your big brother. I had no choice—it was Grandfather and Mother's idea. If you have any objections, feel free to take it up with them."
By invoking the names of Dai Tianxing and Zhu Yaqin, Dai Weisi effectively silenced Dai Mubai's complaints.
Other than Dai Weisi, the person Dai Mubai feared most was his mother, Zhu Yaqin. Even if he were given ten lifetimes of courage, he wouldn't dare throw a tantrum in front of her.
Seeing that Dai Mubai had fallen silent, Dai Weisi smirked mischievously and said, "Mubai, I suppose you didn't know yet, huh? Last night, I stayed with your two sisters-in-law—right in the room next to yours.
Not gonna lie, little brother—you were very impressive in bed. Two whole hours of action, tsk tsk… quite the performance. And your partners were a pair of twins, no less. I've got to hand it to you, you really know how to enjoy yourself!"
Hearing this, Dai Mubai's face immediately darkened. He turned quickly to glance behind at Zhu Zhuqing—and sure enough, she was glaring at him with an expression of fury and disgust.
At that moment, Dai Mubai completely accepted reality. There was no longer any possibility between him and Zhu Zhuqing. From now on, she would only ever be his sister-in-law.
Even so, Dai Mubai was still secretly elated. Though his fiancée had been snatched away by his older brother and his pride had taken a serious hit, at least—he had survived. And now, no one would dare bully him again.
Plus, once he returned to the Star Luo Empire, his father would find him a new fiancée. For the notoriously flirtatious Dai Mubai, staying alive was more important than anything.
As long as the green hills remain, there's no fear of running out of firewood.
So long as he kept his life, with his status, finding women wouldn't be a problem at all.
As for Zhu Zhuqing—bye-bye it is! There'll be an even better one next time!
"Well then, Mubai," Dai Weisi said, "have you made up your mind? Will you come back with me to the Star Luo Empire or stay here at Shrek Academy?"
After a moment of contemplation, Dai Mubai made his decision and smiled. "Big brother, I've decided. I'll stay at Shrek Academy. My friends are here—I can't abandon them."
Part of it was his reluctance to leave his close companions behind, but more importantly, Dai Mubai feared that if he returned to the Star Luo Empire with Dai Weisi, his big brother might make things difficult for him.
Even if the decree had stated that the princes should live in harmony, with Dai Weisi's power and position, he could still easily target Dai Mubai without consequence.
Rather than go back and be oppressed, it was far better to stay carefree at Shrek Academy.
Even Dai Weisi hadn't expected that Dai Mubai's fear of him ran so deep. Seeing that he had made his decision, Dai Weisi nodded.
"All right, since you've made your choice, I'll respect it. I'll be staying in Heaven Dou City for a while. If you change your mind, feel free to come find me at the hotel. I'm sure you know where it is."
With that, Dai Weisi turned and walked away. Meanwhile, Shrek Academy erupted into celebration! Especially Flender, the old miser, who started lavishing praise on Dai Mubai like never before.
A son of a Titled Douluo… what a marketing goldmine! If I play this right, I'll make a fortune!
(End of Chapter)