Chapter 908: Chapter 905: The Xingluo Empire Changes Hands_1
Such a strange cat was a first sight for everyone.
Is this really the Hell Spiritual Cat?
The pair of wings, and this tail hook like a scorpion's stinger…
"Zhu Qing's Martial Soul evolved after she absorbed a powerful soul beast's Soul Ring and soul bone. Now, her Martial Soul is called the Dark Spirit God Cat," Xu Ran explained.
Xu Ran's voice awakened the shocked crowd, and as they gazed at the giant cat before them, a sense of reverence arose in their hearts.
Any Soul Master above the level of Soul Sage could display their Martial Soul True Body.
Yet they had rarely seen a Martial Soul True Body as colossal as this one.
Everyone could feel the overwhelming power radiating from the body of the giant cat before them.
"There's no suspense left."
Zhu Zìháo looked towards Emperor Dai and the silhouettes of some people around, his expression dazed.
This battle signaled the end for Xu Wu. If Emperor Dai were to die in battle as well, then the future of the Xingluo Empire would belong to the Zhu Clan. The Zhu Clan now consisted of more than just Xu Ran; even Zhu Qing had broken through to become a Titled Douluo.
From now on, the Zhu Clan alone would be able to support the entire empire, no longer in need of support from other families.
With Xu Ran around, who would dare to harbor ill thoughts against the Zhu Clan?
Even if the Martial Soul Hall were to disappear in the future, the Zhu Clan would remain standing firm. Because of Xu Ran, no one would be able to threaten the Zhu Clan for hundreds of years to come.
"Ah!"
"I don't believe it. I won't die!"
Emperor Dai went mad. He, too, displayed his Martial Soul True Body, which was a white tiger more than five meters in length.
Zhu Zhuqing easily swatted Emperor Dai away with her huge, sharp claws, and the Evil God Hook on her tail pierced Emperor Dai's body.
Emperor Dai's lifeforce rapidly dissipated, and his body, transformed into his Martial Soul True Body, quickly withered away. The Evil God Hook had the ability to devour, turning any form of life into its strength.
It was precisely because of this that the Dark Evil Tiger had its notorious reputation in the Aquipeia Forest.
And now, using the Evil God Hook, Zhu Zhuqing instantly devoured Emperor Dai's life.
In a single encounter, Emperor Dai had fallen.
After this, no one dared to question Zhu Zhuqing's strength anymore.
The girl who once could only hide behind Xu Ran had grown to a level where she could stand on her own.
After devouring Emperor Dai, Zhu Zhuqing stretched out her claws towards the others.
The others fled in terror like mice, while Zhu Zhuqing the giant cat continued to hunt and slaughter her prey.
Who would have thought that the young and beautiful girl from before had such a side to her?
Those whom the entire Zhu Clan's forces combined could hardly withstand all fell into the hands of Zhu Zhuqing, and she seemed to do it with effortless ease.
This scene deeply imprinted itself in the hearts of all present.
At this moment, many young ladies from the Zhu Clan who considered themselves somewhat attractive looked up to Xu Ran with admiration, utterly in awe. Even though it was Zhu Qing doing the heavy lifting, they weren't foolish; they clearly understood that Zhu Qing's achievements today were all thanks to Xu Ran's support.
Becoming Xu Ran's woman meant you could become a powerful Titled Douluo.
Who could resist such a temptation?
If the events of today were to spread, Xu Ran's name, already known throughout the continent, would surge once again. Countless young women would admire him even more, dreaming day and night of becoming Xu Ran's woman.
Only a man like Xu Ran could be the prince charming in their hearts. Compared to Xu Ran, any man on the continent seemed dull and lackluster, as if they lost their luster.
Slowly, everyone was massacred by Zhu Zhuqing.
Zhu Zhuqing retracted her Martial Soul and returned to Xu Ran's side, once again becoming that delicate and charming girl. However, the scene of her killing spree was etched in everyone's memory.
"I have not failed your expectations."
Zhu Zhuqing looked at Xu Ran expectantly like a child awaiting praise after completing a task.
"Well done."
Xu Ran praised.
He had thought that Zhu Zhuqing, killing for the first time, would feel discomfort, but the reality was beyond his expectations. The once shy young girl had grown up.
"Hehe. Who told them to lay their hands on our clan? They got what they deserved," Zhu Zhuqing said fiercely. The recent near mishap involving her sister had completely enraged her.
"Father-in-law, I'll leave the rest to you."
Xu Ran looked at Zhu Zìháo with a cheerful smile.
"Alright. You two go ahead. Leave the cleanup to us," Zhu Zìháo said meaningfully. Watching Xu Ran embracing his two daughters, he couldn't help but tease.
What else could Xu Ran and the Zhu sisters be busy with? Isn't it just those trivial matters between a man and a woman?
The others also showed goodwill towards Xu Ran. Seeing him holding both the Zhu sisters in his arms, they felt no jealousy but only admiration.
Perhaps this was the allure of the powerful.
Eagerly, Xu Ran left with the two women, then freely expressed his longing for "Zhu Zhuyun".
Experience begets truth, and Xu Ran came to a conclusion, "Having a proper meal is indeed delightful." The order of top, middle, bottom; the sequence of beginning, middle, end; it was simply perfect.
The events that unfolded within the Zhu Clan spread rapidly throughout Xingluo City with irresistible force. That night, the Zhu Clan stormed the imperial palace, slaughtering the Dai family members without restraint.
The victor becomes king, the loser an outlaw; the weak would be purged, eliminated root and branch.
After finishing his business, Xu Ran looked at the two perfect jade-like beauties lying on the bed, their enticing curves bringing a slight smile to his face.
He dressed and left the room.
Normally, he would have lingered for a while more.
But now he felt restless and desired to check on the imperial palace.
Previously, during his visit to the imperial palace of the Xingluo Empire with Zhu Zhuqing, he had seen Queen Julia. This woman, as enchanting as the Zhu sisters, was also Zhu Zìháo's sister.
Now, with the Dai family striking at the Zhu Clan, even attempting to eradicate them, Julia's situation in the palace must be precarious. Although he had only met her once, Xu Ran couldn't bear the thought of her facing danger in the chaos. Wouldn't it be awkward if her identity went unnoticed?
At this moment, the imperial palace had already lost its former splendor and dignity.
Bodies that hadn't yet been dealt with were everywhere, and blood stained the floors and palace walls.
With each change of the emperor, comes a change of ministers; the Zhu Clan, seizing control of the empire, naturally purged the entire palace, sparing no one, not even those of no importance.
The world is just that cruel.
Around him, Xu Ran could still hear the screams of palace maids and even princesses. In times of chaos, women were the most pitiful.
Women thrive in times of peace, while gold thrives in times of chaos.
Those women, once elegantly dressed, could only incite the greed and evil thoughts of lawless men in chaotic times.
However, Xu Ran had no intention of intervening in these matters.
If the Zhu Clan had been the losers this time, they might have faced a similar fate, and even his Zhu Yun could have been in danger. He had no spare sympathy for the lives of the Dai family. Having shared in the family's glory, they must face the downfall together—this was only fair.