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Three days passed quickly, and a high platform had been constructed outside Jialing Pass. All the top figures from the three empires were gathered here, including renowned Soul Douluos from the soul master world and the sect leaders of the Lower Four Sects.Ā
On the Tian Dou Empire's side, though the imperial family had suffered consecutive heavy blows, they still had several Soul Douluos left. Figures like Meng Shenji and Zhi Lin, former instructors of the Tian Dou Royal Academy, represented the last remnants of the empire's strength.Ā
The entire group of Title Douluos from the Hao Tian Sect, Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, and Body Sect were present, along with Ning Rongrong and other high-ranking members of their sects.Ā
As for the Spirit Hall Empire, under Qian Renxue's leadership, the six Worships and the few remaining Title Douluo elders were in attendance. There were also numerous Platinum Bishops with high status within the Spirit Hall. Despite the devastating losses from the recent battles, the Spirit Hall Empire still boasted the largest number of Soul Douluos among all factions.Ā
Additionally, there was Holy Maiden Hu Liena, Xie Yue, and Yan. Though they were only Soul Sages, their positions within the Spirit Hall Empire were extremely high. They were regarded as the next generation's leaders, with Hu Liena even being the first in line to inherit the throne.Ā
Among them were also the newly appointed sect leaders of the Seven Great Sects that now belonged to the Spirit Hall Empire, such as Feng Bailong, the leader of the Wind Sword Sect. He was considered the second-best swordsman in the world after Sword Douluo and was a top-tier Soul Douluo.Ā
The Star Luo Emperor and Empress personally arrived outside Jialing Pass. Despite the ongoing war, the Star Luo Empire had preserved its soul master strength better than any other faction. Compared to the Tian Dou and Spirit Hall Empires, their losses were minimal. Though blocked at Tianmen Pass, the battles weren't as brutalātheir casualties were mostly ordinary soldiers.Ā
The Star Luo Empire brought many experts, including Crown Prince Dai Weisi, Zhu Zhuyun, and even Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing.Ā
Everyone understood that by this point in the war, the only person who could truly decide its outcome was Yang Xiong. If he wished, he could annihilate the Spirit Hall Empire entirely.Ā
However, after Yang Xiong killed Tang San and with the Spirit Hall Empire's emperor Bibi Dong already dead, even a fully recovered Qian Renxue would be no match for him. Yang Xiong's stance would determine the future course of the entire world. The gap between gods and mortals couldn't be bridged by numbers alone, and Qian Renxue and Yang Xiong were the only two god-level experts.Ā
This was also Yang Xiong's first encounter with the Star Luo Emperor. Though equally noble in appearance, the Star Luo Emperor exuded far more dominance compared to Emperor Xue Ye, resembling a mighty tiger among beasts.Ā
Though calm and composed, the Star Luo Emperor appeared more excited than the others. While the Star Luo Empire hadn't produced a god, it was now the strongest in terms of overall military power among the three empires. The Spirit Hall Empire had clearly lost this major battle, and the Tian Dou royal family had been severely wounded at its coreāit would be difficult for them to recover to their peak state.
Even if a god were incredibly powerful, they couldn't remain in the Douluo world forever. Once the gods departed, wouldn't it be the perfect time for the Star Luo Empire to rise?Ā
The Star Luo Emperor seemed to have heard Dai Mubai's introduction and appeared respectful toward Yang Xiong and Ning Fengzhi, but his eyes couldn't conceal his ambition.Ā
Yang Xiong noticed the Star Luo Emperor's demeanor and glanced at Dai Mubai and Dai Weisi, deep in thought.Ā
Once everyone was seated, Qian Renxue spoke first.Ā
"Yang Xiong, what exactly do you want by gathering so many people? Even if I can't defeat you, the Spirit Hall Empire will not be slaughtered without a fight."
Yang Xiong casually waved his hand: "There are still some people who haven't arrived yet, so let's wait a bit longer."Ā
Only then did everyone notice the newly constructed platform. Built hastily by the Imperial Family, the platform was quite large, resembling an arena divided into four sections.Ā
One section belonged to the Star Luo Empire, another to the Spirit Hall Empire and Tian Dou Empire combined, and one section remained empty, seemingly reserved for someone Yang Xiong was waiting for.Ā
Yang Xiong sat alone in the very center, appearing neither aligned with the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect nor the Tian Dou Empire.Ā
Even if others had objections, they dared not voice them now.Ā
Sure enough, soon two figures appeared on the platform. Their appearances were strikingly incongruousāone was an extraordinarily beautiful young girl with silver hair, possessing a perfect physique in every way, while the other was an imposing figure, towering over two meters tall with golden eyes.Ā
These were none other than the Silver Dragon King and Black Dragon Di Tian. Yang Xiong had specifically summoned the Silver Dragon King using his divine consciousness, intending to resolve all matters concerning the spirit beast race once and for all, ensuring no further conflicts arose.Ā
When Di Tian made his appearance, all the Title Douluos present felt a chill run down their spines. His ferocious aura exerted immense pressure, and even Jin E Douluo, the strongest in terms of soul power, felt that this man far surpassed him.Ā
Qian Renxue's expression shifted slightly: "Ferocious beasts? Yang Xiong, what exactly are you planning?"Ā
Yang Xiong spoke calmly: "I simply want to resolve everything in one go. I hope the Douluo continent will no longer experience wars on this scale, as they only result in unnecessary casualties. That's why I've gathered all influential factions here."Ā
"This Jialing Pass battle has gone on long enough. I don't want to see any more deaths. If anyone still wants to fight, I won't hesitate to destroy them allāwhether it's the Spirit Hall Empire, the Star Luo Empire, or the Tian Dou Empire. In my eyes, none of these are indispensable. I'm just trying to avoid unnecessary trouble."Ā
Yang Xiong's words sounded matter-of-fact, but they sent shockwaves through everyone's heartsāeven Ning Fengzhi was astonished. Yang Xiong indeed had the confidence to make such statements.Ā
"Di Tian, introduce yourself. Since you've already revealed yourselves, there's no harm in doing so."Ā
Di Tian scanned the crowd: "I am Di Tian, the patriarch of the Black Dragon Clan and the master of the Great Star Dou Forest. With a single command, all spirit beasts in the forest will obey me. Your so-called three empires are nothing more than ants in my eyes."Ā
This revelation stunned everyone again. If Di Tian's claims were true, his strength alone surpassed that of the three empires combined. After all, the Great Star Dou Forest covered an enormous area and housed countless spirit beasts. If they could heed Di Tian's commands, his forces would far exceed the Star Luo Empire's military might.Ā
Every spirit beast possessed formidable combat abilities. Even a ten-year spirit beast matched the strength of an ordinary human, while a thousand-year spirit beast rivaled a typical Soul Elder expert. The Great Star Dou Forest teemed with thousand-year and even ten-thousand-year spirit beasts.Ā
While others were wary of Di Tian, Qian Renxue's gaze flickered with something elseāshe was even more apprehensive about the little girl beside him. She couldn't fully gauge the Silver Dragon King's strength.Ā
After Di Tian and the Silver Dragon King took their seats, Yang Xiong finally spoke: "The reason I've called everyone here is simpleāto end this war. Do any of you three have thoughts or questions?"Ā
The crowd exchanged glances, especially Empress Xue Ke and the Star Luo Emperor. The two empires had initiated this war to curb the Spirit Hall Empire's development, as its soul master strength and rapid national expansion threatened them. Within just a few years, the Spirit Hall Empire's territory and population had grown to rival the two empires.Ā
Qian Renxue said: "Yang Xiong, just say what you're thinking. Given your personality, you wouldn't waste time on trivial matters. You must have already planned everything."Ā
Yang Xiong nodded: "My goal is simple. On this Douluo continent, the three empires have been at war for too long. I believe there's no need for so many empires. If the entire continent were unified, there wouldn't be so many wars."Ā
The crowd was shocked again. If Yang Xiong's vision were realized, wouldn't it mean annihilating two empiresāor even ruling the entire continent himself? But now, it seemed no one had the power to oppose him.Ā
Even Ning Fengzhi and Lin Gong were taken aback. They hadn't expected Yang Xiong's ultimate goal to be this ambitious, which would likely offend everyone present.
The Star Luo Emperor's expression turned serious: "Sect Leader Yang, this isn't something easily said. If we follow your suggestion, does that mean you'll also annihilate my Star Luo Empire?"Ā
Yang Xiong casually glanced at the Star Luo Emperor. The latter felt as though the world was spinning, as if targeted by a ferocious beast. Danger surrounded him, making him feel as though he were in Yang Xiong's palm.Ā
But in an instant, the Star Luo Emperor regained his composure. However, the suffocating sensation he'd just experienced was all too real. He understood Yang Xiong's warning and became even more aware of the vast gap in strength between them.Ā
Yang Xiong's face remained calm: "Star Luo Emperor, I called all of you here precisely because I wanted to avoid trouble. I want to resolve everything in one goāI don't want you to become my problem."Ā
The Star Luo Emperor swallowed hard: "Thank you for the reminder, Sect Leader Yang. I have no objections."Ā
Yang Xiong nodded: "That's good. It's always easier to talk to smart people."Ā
He then surveyed the crowd: "The purpose of bringing everyone together is simpleāto unify the three empires. From now on, the entire Douluo continent will have only one empire, or rather, one nation belonging to everyone."Ā
Qian Renxue smirked: "Yang Xiong, you've finally revealed your true intentions. So you want to unify the entire Douluo continent and become its emperor?"Ā
Yang Xiong shook his head: "I have no interest in becoming an emperor, nor do I enjoy handling tedious affairs. I prefer focusing on cultivation and growing stronger. Do you think I'd enjoy dealing with such trivial matters?"Ā
Qian Renxue shook her head: "I am the Angel God. My only goals are to grow stronger and defeat you."
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