Soul Land: Legend of Saint Seiya

Chapter 223: Dai Mubai's Indulgence in Pleasure

"It's time to end this!"

Having broken through to level 80, Xiao Yu's aura surged even higher. His eyes shone with a sharp brilliance as he pushed off the ground with the tip of his foot, leaping high into the air to evade the Bone Dragon King's breath attack.

Suspended in midair, all seven of Xiao Yu's soul rings lit up simultaneously as he activated his fusion skill. Intense black light surged around him, merging into his body. The Underworld King Sword in his hand instantly expanded, growing into a colossal blade over a hundred meters long. With overwhelming momentum, he swung it down toward the Bone Dragon King's head.

The Bone Dragon King, sensing the threat of death, let out a furious roar and raised its massive claws to meet the descending sword.

However, under the enhancement of the fusion skill, Xiao Yu's strike far exceeded what the Bone Dragon King could withstand. The claws crumbled into dust upon contact with the sword's tip, disintegrating into fine powder.

The Underworld King Sword continued its unstoppable descent, striking the Bone Dragon King's colossal body. A deafening crash resounded as the dragon's body was cleaved in two, its remains crumbling into dust upon hitting the ground.

"It's finally over!"

As Xiao Yu secured the Bone Dragon King's core in his hand, Qian Renxue, Huo Wu, and Ye Lingling descended to his side.

Qian Renxue, her gaze tinged with admiration, remarked, "I suppose you've broken through the bottleneck at level 80?"

"That's right!" Xiao Yu grinned. Breaking through level 80 was indeed exhilarating. Turning the Bone Dragon King's core in his hand, he added, "And I got lucky. This Bone Dragon King's cultivation far surpasses that of a 100,000-year soul beast, possessing both darkness and death attributes. It's perfect as my eighth soul ring and saves me the trouble of searching for one."

Qian Renxue smiled warmly. "Then strike while the iron is hot. Absorb the core now, and I'll guard you."

Xiao Yu didn't hesitate, sitting cross-legged and beginning the refinement process for the Bone Dragon King's core.

The Bone Dragon King's strength was only a step away from being a fearsome beast of the Douluo Continent, roughly equivalent to an 180,000 to 190,000-year soul beast. As Xiao Yu prepared to absorb its core, an overwhelming force surged into his body, flowing like tides through his meridians.

In his spiritual sea, Xiao Yu perceived the Bone Dragon King's lingering resentment invading alongside its immense power, aiming to overwhelm him.

"You couldn't stop me when you were alive, and you think your remnant will can defeat me now?"

Xiao Yu roared, summoning the Underworld King's power hidden within his martial soul. Dense black light enveloped his entire body, exuding an unearthly might.

The power of the Underworld King, which transcended all laws of the netherworld, acted like a natural predator to the Bone Dragon King's resentment. The moment they collided, the resentment crumbled like a mouse before a cat, rapidly dissipating until nothing remained.

"You should focus on cultivating as well. If you want to truly support him in the future, you'll need to become stronger yourselves."

Seeing Xiao Yu's complexion gradually return to normal and his breathing steady, Qian Renxue knew the rest of the process was merely a matter of time. She turned to Ye Lingling and Huo Wu, who were watching Xiao Yu with concern, and spoke calmly.

After a brief glance at Xiao Yu, Ye Lingling, a healing soul master, quickly assessed his condition. Confirming his stability, she sat down and began her own cultivation.

Huo Wu, on the other hand, snorted lightly, her expression tinged with unwillingness. Still, she knew Qian Renxue was right. More importantly, Xiao Yu was in the midst of refining the core. If Qian Renxue were to lash out, no one would protect her. Although Huo Wu had a fiery temper, she wasn't foolish. After glancing at Qian Renxue a few times, she finally sat down obediently and began cultivating.

In the Star Luo Empire, within the royal palace, the third prince Dai Mubai's residence was filled with revelry.

Dai Mubai, flanked by women on both sides, indulged himself as the beauties fed him fine wine and delicacies. Several maidservants stood by, massaging his shoulders and back, completing the picture of luxury and leisure.

Below, a chorus of sycophantic voices rose in unison:

"The Third Prince is wise and mighty. He's destined to inherit the throne!"

"More than just inheriting the throne! With his natural talent and support from the Clear Sky Clan, the Heaven Dou Empire will fall before him in no time!"

This was all part of Zhu Zhuyun's scheme for Dai Weisi. Dai Mubai's past actions in Soto City hadn't escaped the notice of the Star Luo royal family. Zhu Zhuyun had long seen through Dai Mubai's nature: cowardly, hedonistic, and indulgent.

Thus, she and Dai Weisi deliberately arranged for several high-ranking officials to feign allegiance to Dai Mubai, pandering to his desires. Under their endless flattery, Dai Mubai quickly lost himself, reveling in the pleasures of life.

Boom!

At that moment, the door to the hall was violently kicked open, and a graceful figure stormed inside—it was Dai Mubai's fiancée, Zhu Zhuqing.

"Zhuqing?"

Seeing Zhu Zhuqing's icy gaze, sharp enough to kill, Dai Mubai's heart sank with panic.

With Zhu Zhuqing keeping an eye on him, Dai Mubai had always restrained himself somewhat. However, not long ago, Zhu Zhuqing had broken through to level 40 and was escorted by the royal family's worshippers to the Star Dou Forest to obtain her fourth soul ring. Without her presence, Dai Mubai had completely let himself go, indulging in drinking and debauchery even in broad daylight.

"Zhuqing, don't misunderstand!"

Dai Mubai quickly pushed the women beside him away, his heart filled with regret. He had secretly assigned someone to follow Zhu Zhuqing, and just a few days ago, the person had reported back that Zhu Zhuqing had successfully obtained her fourth soul ring and was still at least ten days away from returning to Star Luo City.

But how could he have known that Zhu Zhuqing, sharp and meticulous as she was, had already discovered Dai Mubai's spy before even entering the Star Dou Forest?

There was no reason for Dai Mubai to send someone to follow her unless he was hiding something.

She had immediately forced Dai Mubai's spy to send false reports. After obtaining her fourth soul ring, she hurried back to Star Luo City on horseback, determined to catch Dai Mubai off guard.

The women serving Dai Mubai, along with the Star Luo Empire courtiers who had come to the banquet, wisely excused themselves upon seeing Zhu Zhuqing's menacing expression. In the end, only Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing remained in the room.

"Zhuqing, the honored guests came to visit me because they knew I was exhausted from my recent training. This was just a one-time occasion, just a one-time occasion!"

Dai Mubai forced a smile. While he had the support of the Clear Sky Clan, they couldn't intervene directly in his battles. If he fell out with Zhu Zhuqing, how could he possibly defeat the combined forces of Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun?

"Dai Mubai, you're still trying to lie to me!"

Zhu Zhuqing's face was frosty, though it couldn't conceal the pain in her heart. She shouted angrily, "I've already asked the servants in the mansion. Since the day I left Star Luo City, for an entire month, you've held banquets every day. You haven't even stepped foot in the training room once!"

(End of Chapter)

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