The two Daijins fell silent upon hearing this...
They wanted to say that this trip was absolutely safe, but the words stuck in their throats, practically impossible to utter...
After all, the Xingluo Empire's accompanying Soul Master strongmen this time were merely Soul Douluos, and inside that Pope Hall, not to mention how many Soul Masters of comparable strength there were!
More importantly, there were the two Hyper Douluos, Ghost Charm and Yue Guan, guarding there. If they truly harbored murderous intent, no one would leave alive!!
Seeing their expressions, Davis swallowed and suddenly said, "What sort of expression is that, could this trip be extremely dangerous?"
He had also heard that the Soul Hall Pope was not one to be trifled with, and for a moment, a slight fear welled up in his heart...
The two Daijins came back to their senses and spoke up to reassure him once more...
"Your Highness, saying this trip is not dangerous is impossible; after all, it's the place where the Soul Hall Pope resides, countless Soul Master strongmen are there, but we need not worry too much unless the Soul Hall wants to completely fall out with our Xingluo Empire!"
"Indeed, we are here under the emperor's orders to discuss cooperation. Even if we don't succeed in the negotiations, no matter how ruthless Pope Bibi Dong's methods, she shouldn't dare do anything to us!!"
But these words were clearly unable to convince Davis...
His body trembled slightly, and he agitatedly retorted, "No... no way, judging by your looks, this trip is likely to be a one-way journey, we'd better return to the Xingluo Empire while we haven't reached Martial Soul City!"
He was scared!
After all, he was to become the next emperor of the Xingluo Empire!
If anything were to happen on the way to Martial Soul City, he wouldn't rest in peace even in death!!
One of the Daijins saw the former already had a retreat in mind and quickly interrupted, "Your Majesty, calm down first. Regardless of whether we might encounter danger on our way to Martial Soul City, have you considered the consequences of just returning to the Xingluo Empire like this?"
"This would be tantamount to ignoring the emperor's order, although it may not cost you your life, but you'll certainly lose all chances at the throne!!"
The other Daijin nodded, "Exactly, Your Highness, you ought to consider your future. We all know how miserable the consequences are for royal offspring in Xingluo if they don't obtain the throne!!"
Such a fruitless return might preserve Davis's life, but for the two of them, it was certain death!
In that case, it's better to head to Martial Soul City and see; perhaps the situation isn't as bad as imagined!
They say old ginger is spicier, just a few words and Davis broke out in a cold sweat...
He hadn't even considered the outcome of returning to the Xingluo Empire like this...
If he lost the qualification to inherit the throne, judging by the usual methods his other brothers employed, he probably wouldn't know how he died!!
He took a deep breath and acknowledged the truth in their words, "You... you're right, we can't just return to the Xingluo Empire, the consequences are more severe than killing me!"
These two Daijins finally breathed a sigh of relief; they were really afraid they wouldn't be able to convince Davis, causing the latter to insist on returning to the Xingluo Empire...
"It's good that you can understand, Your Highness; there's still a way to live by going to Martial Soul City, turning back to the Xingluo Empire is certain death!"
"Your Highness need not worry, we are here for everything. If the Soul Hall truly wants to harm you, they'd have to step over the corpses of the two of us first!"
Hearing these words, Davis's eyes showed a touched expression...
He didn't expect these two usually cowardly Daijins to be so reliable at the crucial moment!!
Thinking of this, he slapped his thigh with determination and said with utmost seriousness, "Alright, since you both have said so, then I have nothing to fear. Isn't it just Martial Soul City? At worst, it's just death, who would be afraid??"
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The next day!
Outside Martial Soul City!!
Davis stood, staring blankly, his legs trembling uncontrollably...
The two Daijins beside him naturally noticed this and said in unison, "Um, Your Highness, are you scared?"
"Didn't you say earlier that at worst it's just death? How come..."
Davis snapped back and retorted angrily, "Shut up, I'm just a bit too excited since it's my first time in Martial Soul City, how could it be fear!"
They exchanged glances but didn't expose his true feelings...
In any case, as long as the former didn't run away in battle, it would be fine!
"You all, follow me into the city!!"
With that said, he walked straight towards the gate of Martial Soul City...
However, their formidable momentum was immediately halted by the guards of the Soul Hall...
"Halt, who are you? What is your purpose in coming to Martial Soul City?"
Feeling somewhat embarrassed, Davis immediately snapped angrily, "How audacious, I am the Prince of the Xingluo Empire, and you dare be so impolite!"
However, the guards of the Soul Hall not only weren't afraid but rather openly mocked him...
"So what if you're the Prince of the Xingluo Empire, this is Martial Soul City, not your Xingluo Empire, and if this is your attitude, then please turn around and leave!"
"Martial Soul City isn't somewhere just any cat or dog can come. Forget about you, even the emperor of the Xingluo Empire can't enter without cooperating!"
"Tsk, daring to be so arrogant here in Martial Soul City, do you think this is the Xingluo Empire? Annoy us enough and we'll arrest you regardless of who you are!"
Davis's face turned livid, wanting to retort...
But was stopped by the Daijins beside him.....
Then, with a smile, they said to these guards of the Soul Hall, "We're new to Martial Soul City and unfamiliar with the rules."
"This is just a token of appreciation, we hope you'll kindly accept it!!"
This Davis prince, I wonder if something's wrong with his brain, relying on his status as the Xingluo Empire's prince to act strong in Martial Soul City!
If captured, wouldn't it be a disgrace beyond compare!
The guards glanced at him and then at the Soul Master strongmen behind him, not making things too difficult!
After accepting the golden soul coins, their tone immediately became much softer...
"Since you all are guests of the Xingluo Empire, cooperate with the checks and you may enter the city!"
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After entering Martial Soul City, Davis complained a bit, "Those guards of the Soul Hall are too arrogant; they're just mere watchdogs, and they dare disdain me!"
He, a dignified prince, was humiliated by some ordinary guards, it was a supreme insult!
"Prince Davis, please restrain yourself; this is Martial Soul City, not the Xingluo Empire!"
"Yes, if this leads to any accidents, it would be troublesome back then!"
These Daijins hurriedly soothed him to avoid further incidents...
Davis coldly snorted, "I know, otherwise I'd have severed their heads already, hmph!"
Damn Soul Hall, once I become the emperor of the Xingluo Empire, eradicating you will be my first act!!
"Enough, the important thing is to get on with business. You should know the exact direction to Martial Soul City, right? Lead the way quickly, let's swiftly resolve what our father has instructed and leave soon!!"
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