NOVEL NEXT Chapter 185: Chapter 185: Raiden Shogun Got Kicked Out by Ei!
Chapter 185: Raiden Shogun Got Kicked Out by Ei!
"Indeed, if even someone as extraordinary as Kong lacks the potential to become a god, then who in this world could possibly ascend to godhood? Gods are ethereal and elusive. For a Titled Douluo to reach Rank 100, it may seem like just a few steps away, yet it is as insurmountable as the chasm between heaven and earth."
On the Douluo Continent, it has been an unimaginably long time since anyone achieved godhood.
Ning Fengzhi placed his heavy bets on Kong. Wasn't he also gambling on Kong's ability to become a god?
"Uncle Jian, being born in this era is such a blessing. Perhaps we'll witness the birth of an invincible deity?"
"Living in this era is also a profound tragedy. So many prodigies of the generation have been utterly overshadowed by one individual. Perhaps they don't even understand how terrifyingly powerful their opponent truly is!"
Hearing this, Chen Xin nodded in agreement. Thankfully, he had gained fame early. If he had been born in the same era and of a similar age as Kong, knowing Kong's power might have driven him to despair and tears! The kind of despair where he couldn't even lift his Seven Kill Sword.
At thirteen years old, what was he? Rank 20-something? Maybe Rank 30-something? And yet Kong was already capable of slaying the strongest of the previous generation.
Tang Hao, the widely acknowledged strongest of the last generation, was a contemporary of Ning Fengzhi and Yu Xiaogang.
"Mm, you're absolutely right."
"It's time to push Rongrong to work harder."
"???"
Ning Fengzhi blinked in surprise and gave Chen Xin a puzzled look.
"Exactly. Only through a marriage alliance can we strengthen our ties with the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan."
"With such an entity as her elder sister, Rongrong wouldn't be bullied if she were to marry."
"..."
The scene shifted back to Kong.
"My Lady Shogun, what's going on?"
Kong looked at Raiden Shogun with a bewildered expression and asked in confusion.
"Ei kicked me out of the Pure Heartland," Raiden Shogun replied with a hint of grievance.
Kong twitched at the corner of his eye and quietly wiped away the sesame crumbs from Raiden Shogun's lips. He speculated that Ei was likely testing explosives again. That had to be the reason she made Raiden Shogun "leave" the Pure Heartland. It couldn't possibly be because she snuck a bite of Ei's desserts.
Well, he couldn't fool himself with that excuse. How could Raiden Shogun, of all people, be injured by mere explosives?
She was in her current state as a Spirit Essence! If there were any danger, she could simply return to Kong's body. Besides, her physical resilience was only a hair's breadth below that of a true demon god. A small amount of TNT wouldn't have any effect on her.
"Uh, Ei probably wanted absolute silence to test something new," Kong said with some insincerity.
"Really? I thought it was because of the desserts…" Raiden Shogun trailed off, her violet eyes blinking. She didn't finish the sentence.
Sneaking a bite of desserts was quite embarrassing.
Little did she know, Kong had already figured it out! Naturally, Kong wouldn't embarrass Raiden Shogun. Thinking quickly, he said, "My Lady Shogun, the day is still young. How about we go shopping for groceries, make some desserts, and then…"
"Yes!" Before Kong could finish, Raiden Shogun nodded eagerly.
She was already accustomed to the routine of their outings, but she still looked forward to them with excitement.
Shopping wasn't important. What mattered was the person by her side.
"Alright!"
Just after returning to the hotel, Kong took Raiden Shogun out again. For some reason, Kong felt that something about Heaven Dou City was different today. It seemed to be suffused with an unusual killing intent.
This was unprecedented!
Large numbers of Royal Knights, armed with war spears and riding warhorses, were patrolling the city.
This, too, had never happened before.
Heaven Dou City had strict rules: no flying and no riding horses at a gallop within its borders. This kind of activity was forbidden in the city.
But today, the Royal Knights were galloping through the streets, all looking extremely urgent...
When Kong left the auction house earlier, there was no sign of such commotion. But after a brief return to the hotel, Heaven Dou City had undergone a complete transformation!
"Hm?"
A bold thought suddenly crossed Kong's mind. Could it be that Qian Renxue had made her move?
She had previously declared that within a week, she would take down Xue Beng. True to her word, it seemed she had already taken action! That was fast!
"Move aside, move aside!"
At that moment, another squad of Royal Knights sped past, their expressions stern and their urgency palpable.
Kong's suspicion was correct. The people Qian Renxue had arranged struck at the exact moment Kong left the auction house to return to his hotel. The assassination attempt on Prince Xue Beng erupted into a major event as soon as it happened!
"What's going on? What's with the Royal Knights today? They nearly scared me to death!"
"I must go to His Majesty and file a complaint about this!"
An elderly man was muttering curses under his breath.
Kong's eye twitched. With ignorant officials like this, it was no wonder the Heaven Dou Empire seemed on the brink of collapse.
A major incident had clearly occurred, prompting the Royal Knights to act under emergency orders within the city. Yet this man was upset about them violating some trivial rules.
Indeed, Heaven Dou City was filled with the rich and powerful. Any random elder on the street could turn out to be someone who had the Emperor's ear.
"Old uncle, have you considered the possibility that they're acting on orders from Emperor Xue Ye himself, which is why they dare to gallop through the city?"
Kong asked with a faint smile.
The elder froze for a moment. Old uncle?
Ignoring Kong's peculiar way of addressing him, the man took a closer look at Kong's attire and then shifted his gaze to Raiden Shogun, who was holding Kong's arm. This young man, clearly someone from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, was truly fortunate.
The elder wasn't a fool. Though he was a civil official, he knew better than to offend certain people.
He was well aware of who could be crossed and who could not. While the Royal Knights might be considered little more than servants of the nobility, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was an entirely different matter. Ranked as the third most powerful sect in the land, there were even rumors that Poison Douluo Dugu Bo had joined their ranks. If true, their position might soon surpass the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
In short: not someone to mess with.
"You're absolutely right, young brother. Your words are like thunderclaps to my ears, a timely reminder that has prompted me to reflect deeply."
"It seems I've wronged these Royal Knights!"
The elder spoke with a righteous tone, even showing a hint of guilt on his face.
"???"
What just happened? Where am I? Who am I?
Kong was stunned for a moment. Truly, those who rose to the rank of civil official were rarely simple.
Though this old man might seem ignorant, he was clearly someone who knew when to adapt to the circumstances!
What he should have said was: "Who is this young man? Do you understand Emperor Xue Ye better than I do? I've served in court for decades and have seen countless major events. How dare you, a mere boy, question me!"
Instead, the elder had chosen to back down gracefully.
Kong glanced at his attire thoughtfully. Indeed, when you're strong and have a respected background, others are much more likely to treat you with calm and civility.
(End of Chapter)
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