Chapter 224: Driving a Hard Bargain
Enci details the history of the Dawn Society's establishment, its organizational structure, and the bases and strength they had managed to uncover.
"...We are not entirely clear on the exact number of powerful individuals within the Dawn Society. Our spies often do not uncover much before they are discovered and eliminated by the Dawn Society. Therefore, we can only analyze their past actions. From this perspective, the core members of the Dawn Society are supported by at least three super Douluo-level evil soul masters."
"There is no record of a Limit Douluo appearing in the Dawn Society, that Qilin Douluo was once a student of our Monster Academy. Based on my understanding of him, he has likely already advanced to the Limit Douluo level. Moreover, the Holy Spirit Sect itself certainly has Limit Douluo as well. If we take action against the Dawn Society, the Holy Spirit Sect will not sit idly by and will likely send Limit Douluo to support..."
Even though Huo Yuhao and the others knew that Enci's words might be mixed with false information, they remained silent and listened attentively.
One of the purposes of the Amorous Douluo and his team coming to Star Luo was to collect information and assess the current state of Star Luo and their various capabilities.
Having now witnessed the rampage of activities of the Holy Spirit Sect and Star Luo's response, they had gained an understanding of the overall situation in Star Luo.
However, they still needed to continue investigating to determine their true overall strength.
Even if Enci's words were lies, with nine parts false and one part true, they still held reference value for them.
After finishing his "known" intelligence, Enci spoke in a grave tone:
"The Dawn Society, as an evil soul master organization, has long been guilty of heinous crimes. They use the name 'Dawn,' but their deeds are the darkest!"
"Thirty years ago, they appeared in the northern territory of Star Luo, deceiving commoners under the guise of 'salvation,' while secretly performing human sacrifices to cultivate dark arts!"
"Twenty years ago, they infiltrated several soul master academies within the Star Luo Federation, secretly abducting talented young soul masters, extracting their souls, and turning them into 'soul puppets!'"
"Ten years ago, they even orchestrated a large-scale riot, attempting to perform a blood sacrifice on an entire city. If we had not discovered and suppressed it in time, the consequences would have been unimaginable!"
"We ask for the assistance of the Douluo Federation to help us eradicate these evil soul masters and restore peace to the Star Luo Continent!"
Dai Tianling also stood up and bowed deeply to the Amorous Douluo and the others. "If we continue to allow them to wreak havoc in Star Luo, who knows how many more families will be torn apart. We implore you all. After the task is completed, Star Luo will surely offer generous rewards to the Douluo Federation and all of you."
Huo Yuhao raised an eyebrow.
Wow, this moral coercion is quite.
You must use it often, huh?
The Amorous Douluo narrowed his eyes, scrutinizing the two before him for a moment, then nodded solemnly. "You both speak too seriously. Evil soul masters are a scourge on the continent, and it is everyone's duty to eliminate them. Although there may be some differences between the Douluo Federation and the Star Luo Federation, in the fight against evil soul masters, we are duty-bound..."
Upon hearing this, a visible joy appeared on Dai Tianling's face, but before he could express his gratitude, the Amorous Douluo's tone shifted. "However, the strength of the Holy Spirit Sect should not be underestimated. In my opinion, Star Luo's battle plan still has room for improvement. There is still time before the plan is executed. How about listening to my suggestions now?"
The Amorous Douluo and his team originally did not want to get involved in Star Luo's internal conflicts, but now that Dai Tianling and Enci had employed the "moral coercion" tactic and directly labeled the Dawn Society as an evil soul master organization, they had to make some gestures before completely breaking ties with Star Luo.
After all, evil soul masters are enemies of all.
However... there was no need to follow Star Luo's plan entirely.
It was also a good time to discuss the rewards.
With this in mind, the Amorous Douluo began to haggle with Enci and Dai Tianling.
Star Luo certainly knew the situation here was better than the Federation delegation, but this time it was Star Luo Federation seeking help, and the Douluo Federation was the one sending the delegation and taking the risks.
There was a lot to discuss here.
Rewards only after the task is completed?
Give us a portion now!
"Leaving aside other key points of the plan, how does Star Luo plan to ensure the safety of the younger generation if they are used to attract attention? Just now, Enci mentioned that your younger generation was kidnapped by the Holy Spirit Sect, which worries me greatly."
"Moreover, the Dawn Society alone has three super Douluos. If the Holy Spirit Sect gets involved, it will be extremely troublesome. Who knows how many casualties it will take to achieve results."
At this point, the Amorous Douluo gently tapped the table with his fingers, showing a troubled expression. "Both of you know that the students and strong individuals we brought in this delegation are elites from various families and factions. If something goes wrong during the decoy operation or in battle, it will be hard for me to explain."
Dai Tianling and Enci also knew that it was impossible for the Douluo Federation to follow their plan entirely and were prepared to spend days and nights discussing and modifying the plan.
However, they truly did not expect that the Amorous Douluo, a Limit Douluo, would suddenly shift the conversation from modifying the plan to the issue of prepaid rewards.
Where is your dignity as a Limit Douluo? How can you be so focused on squeezing benefits from Star Luo?
Dai Tianling frowned slightly but quickly relaxed, exchanging a glance with Enci and putting on a sincere expression. "You have come from afar for the righteous cause of fighting the Holy Spirit Sect. We will naturally do our best to ensure your safety and will not treat you unfairly."
He used a sound transmission to notify the attendants outside, and soon, a servant entered carrying three exquisite jade boxes.
Dai Tianling personally opened one of the boxes, revealing a crystal that emitted a strange glow.
Huo Yuhao raised an eyebrow. "A star-attribute defensive soul tool?"
Dai Tianling looked at Huo Yuhao in surprise, then smiled. "You have a good eye. Indeed, this is a star-attribute soul tool developed based on the Xu family's Star Crown. It possesses an absolute defensive ability, and the protective shield it forms cannot be breached by any attack. It can be used three times a day and automatically absorbs starlight at night to replenish its energy."
"Originally, we planned to give this to you as part of the reward after the task is completed, but I intend to hand it over to you now."
With that, Dai Tianling opened the other two boxes, which contained a soul bone and a rare treasure, both of considerable value.
For this plan, they had also paid a significant price.
"As for the safety of the younger generation, you need not worry. This is Star Luo City. The Holy Spirit Sect will not dare to act openly here, and Star Luo's military and Title Douluos will ensure the safety of the competition venue."
It is precisely because this is Star Luo City that we are worried.
The Amorous Douluo rolled his eyes but didn't say anything more. He watched as Huo Yuhao collected the "bamboo" they had driven a hard bargain for, and then discussed with Enci and the others the parts of the plan that needed modification.
The safety of the younger generation is something they would have to take care of themselves. Relying on Star Luo was simply wishful thinking.