The Legend of the Dragon King

Chapter 1380: Done Deal

“No, that won’t do. You’re too good for him. What if he doesn’t admit to it? The most problematic part of your plan is that part. How can you be so sure that he’ll do as we say?”

Dai Yun’er said determinedly, “Because I know him. Brother Three’s personality won’t allow him to shirk off his responsibilities. Otherwise, he won’t be able to make it to where he is now. Once my plan succeeds, he’ll be angry, of course, but he won’t have any choice except to own up to it. Even if it ends in failure, he won’t give me any trouble. I’m just a young maiden who’s in love with him.”

Dai Tianling closed his eyes. His brows were knitted together tightly.

Dai Yun’er stood up and waited at the side. A sly gleam appeared in her eyes. Naturally, she was willing to contribute to the empire, but if she could kill two birds with one stone, all the better.

After a long pause, Dai Tianling’s brows parted. He opened his eyes.

“How do you plan on doing this?”

Dai Yun’er hastily said, “I need the support from the Imperial Academy of Sciences.”

“Alright, I’ll give them a heads-up. You can go there directly. Yun’er…” As he said this, Dai Tianling stood up and pulled his daughter into his embrace. He winced slightly as he closed his eyes. “Father is too incompetent.”

“Father…”

…

When Tang Wulin awoke from his meditation early in the morning, he felt completely refreshed and rejuvenated.

Perhaps the reason he was feeling renewed was that the pressure had been lifted from his shoulders. He no longer had to participate in the Battle of Five Gods. It could be said that today was his most relaxing day since he came to the Star Luo Empire.

He was not worried that the royal family would go back on their word since this concerned the safety of the Star Luo Empire. As long as the deal was done, he could retire after winning some merit and return to the Federation. The Smiley Face Douluo would handle the remaining matters.

After the previous night’s merry-making, many Tang Sect disciples were still sleeping soundly. The headquarters seemed exceptionally quiet today. When Tang Wulin came to the cafeteria to have his meal, there were very few there. However, everyone who met him had reverent expressions on their faces.

After he had finished his breakfast, the Smiley Face Douluo came to find him. When he saw Tang Wulin in high spirits, he could not help but display a genuine smile.

“Sect Master, I’ve already contacted the empire. We can settle the deal today. We’ll do it within the palace. It’s safest this way and the most discreet. The palace has cleared up a warehouse for this purpose. It’ll be heavily guarded by soldiers after this.

“Alright, well done,” Tang Wulin said with a smile. “At last, the mission is almost accomplished. We can finally relax. For the time being, please have the people from the Tang Sect keep a low profile. We don’t want the Battle of Five Gods to affect our relationship with the royal family.”

Hu Jie guffawed. “I understand. We shouldn’t flaunt our achievements just because we’ve got the advantage. Don’t worry, Sect Master. As your subordinate, I’ll handle this.”

Tang Wulin was startled. This was the first time the Smiley Face Douluo addressed himself as a subordinate. It seemed that the Battle of Five Gods had not only changed the others, but his own people as well.

It was time. Hu Jie led the way, and the Shrek Seven Monsters entered the Star Luo imperial palace.

Unlike the initial cold shoulder treatment they received, this time, Dai Tianling, Emperor of Star Luo, and Crown Prince Dai Yueyan were already waiting for them in the largest meeting room in the palace.

In this meeting, Dai Yueyan’s gaze toward Tang Wulin had clearly changed.

The first time they met, Dai Yueyan was slightly eager to challenge him to test the fruits of his cultivation all these years. When they met for the second time, he no longer had the confidence.

Perhaps, in this generation, no matter his status, he could only serve as a contrast to this person before him.

“Your Majesty. Your Highness The Crown Prince.” Tang Wulin nodded toward them.

There was no sign of unhappiness on Dai Tianling’s face. He said with a smile, “I’d like to congratulate the Tang Sect on winning the Battle of Five Gods. The empire will fulfil the promises made. We’ll purchase the goods with a premium price of ten percent. We’ve gone through the list and found no issue. We’ve already started gathering the resources required by the Tang Sect. We’ll send them to the Tang Sect’s designated warehouse in three days.”

“Thank you for your support, Your Majesty,” Tang Wulin replied genuinely.

Dai Tianling sighed and said, “Truth be told, I’ve regretted this. But at the same time, I don’t regret it. At least, we’ve seen the Tang Sect’s future in this Battle of Five Gods, and it fortified our confidence in our cooperation with the Tang Sect. I hope that we can cooperate for the ages to come. Sect Master Tang, I ask that you support Star Luo as well! Regardless of the situation in the Federation, Star Luo is always Tang Sect’s home.”

This statement was made with complete sincerity. Although it was not without a grand show, for him to have such an attitude, after just losing the Battle of Five Gods, startled Tang Wulin.

“Your Majesty, you’re too generous with your words. It’s our honor to work with you,” Tang Wulin nodded with a smile.

Dai Tianling asked, “What plans do you have for the future, Sect Master Tang?”

Tang Wulin answered, “We will be returning to the Federation as soon as possible. I’m sure you’re aware that the Tang Sect is under considerable pressure back in the Federation right now. I must return and bear the hardships with my comrades.”

Dai Tianling sighed softly. “To be honest, I really wish that the Tang Sect would move all its operations to our Star Luo Empire. That way, Star Luo will really stand a chance to go up against the Federation in the future.”

Tang Wulin said apologetically, “I’m very grateful for the recognition, Your Majesty, but the Tang Sect’s roots lie in the Douluo Continent. Our predecessors, including the Thousand Hands Douluo and the Spirit Ice Douluo, established and protected the Tang Sect on the Douluo Continent. As their descendants, we can’t change what has been passed on to us by our ancestors. Of course, in the Star Luo Empire, the Tang Sect headquarters is also a crucial component for us. Our greatest desire is to see the three continents coexisting in peace.”

Dai Tianling nodded. “Thank you for the support, Sect Master Tang. We’ve been slightly rude throughout your stay. As the emperor, I’d like to offer my apologies. We’ll have a feast in the palace tonight to entertain you and your friends. Do join us.”

“Thank you, Your Majesty.”

After their brief conversation, it was time for the exchanging of goods. Tang Wulin was responsible for sending all the goods they brought to the palace’s warehouse. The others would be managed by the Smiley Face Douluo.

At the end of the day, their business was settled for the most part. The royal family had already prepared the various goods needed by the Tang Sect. The premium price would be paid in cash.

After everything was done, Tang Wulin could finally heave a sigh of relief. This time, he had represented the Tang Sect, and, at last, his task as the Tang Sect’s Sect Master was accomplished.

The feast was set in the palace’s inner court. The imperial officials did not participate in it. From the Star Luo Empire, with Emperor Dai Tianling as the lead, Crown Prince Dai Yueyan, Princess Dai Yun’er and some important members of the royal family were present.

From the Tang Sect, with Sect Master Tang Wulin as the lead, there was also the Smiley Face Douluo Hu Jie and the six other members of the Shrek Seven Monsters.

En Ci was not present at the feast. The reason for his absence was unknown.

Monster Academy’s representative was the brazen Mountain Dragon King Long Yue.

Tang Wulin was seated at the first seat at the emperor Dai Tianling’s left side. The crown prince Dai Yueyan sat opposite him.

In the Star Luo Empire, the left-hand side was the side of honor. Seating Tang Wulin here meant that his status was even higher than the crown prince. The empire’s sincerity was evident in the reverence they had for Tang Wulin.

Dai Tianling was no longer trying to put Tang Wulin down as he had done when he just arrived. He kept raising a toast to him. He drank toast after toast and chatted away with Tang Wulin, the Smiley Face Douluo, and the other members of Shrek Seven Monsters.

“Sect Master Tang, let’s have a toast,” Long Yue’s tall and bulky silhouette appeared before Tang Wulin.

Tang Wulin raised his glass and stood up. “Brother Long, you’re too polite.”

Long Yue smiled. “I don’t think we would’ve met each other if we hadn’t fought. In the future, you’ll always be the target I aim for.”

Tang Wulin glanced at him and said, “Brother Long, you’re already at the rank of a Title Douluo, right?”

Long Yue nodded.