"The Crown Prince and Prince Xue Beng were simultaneously assassinated. Prince Xue Beng unfortunately perished, and the Crown Prince was gravely wounded. His Majesty implores School Master Ning to proceed to the Imperial Palace for protection and assistance."
The words of the newcomer caused Ning Fengzhi and the others to widen their eyes.
Li Qing was no exception.
There was no need to think; this was definitely orchestrated by Spirit Hall. If Qian Renxue wanted to kill Xue Beng, he would have died long ago, so this assassination attempt was certainly aimed at him.
It was a feint, a diversion.
Furthermore, since Qian Renxue agreed to their plan and was willing to cooperate, it meant she had already given up on me. It seems I've been too low-key, leading her to not value me as much.
By the way, if Xue Beng died like this, who would inherit the Heaven Dou throne in the future?
Prince Xue Xing?
Ning Fengzhi looked at Li Qing and the others with a grave expression: "Let's go together, because I'm not sure who they are targeting.
They might also be trying to separate us."
"In this situation, only by staying together can we guard against the unexpected."
"Whether their original goal was Qinghe and the others, or if they just wanted to separate us, as long as we stay together,
they won't have any way to succeed."
Li Qing and the others naturally had no objections. They all boarded the carriage and headed towards Heaven Dou City. Along the way, Ning Fengzhi inquired about some details, and only then did everyone realize that Xue Qinghe was not assassinated within the Imperial Palace, but while sightseeing in Heaven Dou City.
Li Qing was thinking, should I just give it to her.
Judging from the original work, after the incident in Heaven Dou, Qian Renxue, after some self-reflection, began the Angel God's trial. This meant that even if I gave it to her, it wouldn't provoke a counterattack from Qian Daoliu.
However, another problem immediately followed.
Li Qing remembered that Qian Renxue's Angel God's trial only took about five years. If he gave it to her now, she might become a god not long after the Soul Master Competition ended.
What kind of game is that?
It seems he still can't give it to her now; otherwise, a Qian Renxue who becomes a god would be a much greater threat than Qian Daoliu.
"Damn it, what kind of idea did you come up with? They didn't separate at all; they're preparing to go to the Imperial Palace as a family. What should we do now?"
Devil Bear Douluo looked at Snake Lance Douluo with a speechless expression.
Snake Lance Douluo angrily said: "How can you blame me for this? If you hadn't alerted them, how could they be so cautious?"
"Enough, what's the use of arguing about this now? Instead of wasting energy, think about what to do next."
Ghost Leopard Douluo impatiently interrupted their quarrel. What time was it? They were still bickering here. Could they really bicker someone to death?
The two immediately fell silent.
The Imperial Palace was currently on high alert. Once Dugu Bo and the others entered the Imperial Palace, let alone killing Dugu Bo, they wouldn't even be able to kill Li Qing and the others.
After all, sending Salas and the others to storm the Imperial Palace was no different from seeking death.
Moreover, if Salas dared to storm the Imperial Palace, even if Emperor Xue Ye feared Spirit Hall, he would never swallow his anger. These masterminds would definitely face dire consequences.
Snake Lance Douluo stood up and said: "There's no other way, we can only confront them head-on."
"Head-on?" Devil Bear Douluo was full of questions.
Snake Lance Douluo glared at him and said coldly: "After causing such a big commotion, if you can't kill even one, how will you explain yourselves when you go back?"
Ghost Leopard said: "Even head-on, we might not be able to kill them, right?"
Snake Lance Douluo said: "We have to try. With the city residents as cover, Dugu Bo should be somewhat restrained. At that time, we'll hold them back, and Salas and the others will go kill Li Qing."
Devil Bear Douluo said irritably: "Do you think his Spirit Ability doesn't distinguish between friend and foe?"
Snake Lance Douluo said sternly: "This won't work, that won't work, then what do you suggest? I don't care, but I'd like to see how you explain yourselves when you go back."
Devil Bear Douluo: "..."
Ghost Leopard Douluo: "..."
"Let's do it this way. We'll try our best to lure Dugu Bo and the two others away, creating an opportunity for Salas and the others. If it really doesn't work, then this is the only way."
Ghost Leopard Douluo took a deep breath and said.
Snake Lance Douluo said: "Dugu Bo is mine. Chen Xin and Gu Rong, you two can divide them up. The Papal Knights are responsible for blocking Heaven Dou reinforcements, and Salas and the others will seize the opportunity."
Two luxurious carriages drove into Heaven Dou City. Dugu Bo, Li Qing, and Ning Fengzhi were in the first carriage, while the other individuals were in the carriage behind.
"It seems Spirit Hall truly wants to clash with us."
The moment they entered Heaven Dou City, Dugu Bo felt a trace of killing intent. He knew without a doubt it was Devil Bear Douluo and the others from Spirit Hall.
Ning Fengzhi said: "Uncle Long, don't fall for the enemy's diversionary tactic."
"Mm."
Dugu Bo nodded, emerged from the carriage, and stood behind the driver's seat, instantly completing his Spirit fusion. Nine spirit rings rose one by one from beneath his feet.
The aura of a Title Douluo spread out, startling passersby who scattered in retreat.
Chen Xin and Gu Rong also emerged from the carriage. One stood behind the driver's seat, and the other flipped onto the carriage roof, similarly releasing their Spirits without restraint.
Seeing this scene, the passersby dared not entertain any thoughts of watching the show and fled towards the distance.
Are you kidding? The news of the Crown Prince and Prince Xue Beng's assassination had just spread, and Chen Xin and the others entered the city so ostentatiously. Even a fool would know what was about to happen here.
A Title Douluo-level battle, and so many Title Douluo at that. If they didn't run far away while watching, they wouldn't even know how they died.
"Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!"
Devil Bear Douluo, Ghost Leopard Douluo, and Snake Lance Douluo appeared on three high-rise buildings. They also had their Spirits activated, and the aura of six Title Douluo made the passersby tremble in fear.
"Whoa!"
The coachman pulled the carriage to a stop. Dugu Bo flipped onto the carriage roof, and Ning Fengzhi then emerged from the carriage, taking Dugu Bo's original position.
"Is Spirit Hall looking for a war?"
Devil Bear Douluo said: "They say School Master Ning is a businessman, good at weighing pros and cons, but now it seems he's nothing special. Is Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School truly determined to become enemies with my Spirit Hall for Li Qing?"
Chen Xin said coldly: "Weighing pros and cons doesn't mean being a coward, and it doesn't mean we lack courage."
"If you dare to make a move today, then you must be prepared to stay here permanently. Are you sure you want to throw away your lives for a useless person and a madwoman?"
Dugu Bo added: "I've always looked down on Chrysanthemum Pass, but now I find that you are not even a fraction of him."
"Bibi Dong not only forced away two loyal Elders for a useless person, but now she's sending you to your deaths. I'd like to see who she has left to use after you're gone."
Devil Bear Douluo said furiously: "Enough with the nonsense. Hand over Li Qing or start a war, choose one."
Ning Fengzhi said nothing, merely activating his spirit rings. Six different colored lights, one after another, flowed into the bodies of Dugu Bo and the other two.