vncnus Chapter 33 Conferring the Title of Azure Dragon and the Knights of the Celestial Ring
Chapter 33 Conferring the Title of Azure Dragon and the Knights of the Celestial Ring
Xue Heng didn't speak, but stared at Huo Yuhao for a long time.
After a long while, he clapped his hands and laughed loudly: "Poison Sect Master, our Heavenly Soul Empire has really struck gold this time."
"It's one thing that he possesses an ultimate martial soul, but the key is that he wasn't attracted by its powerful strength. He was even able to calmly analyze his other martial soul, which is quite remarkable."
The smile on Du Busi's face gradually turned into relief.
He stood up, walked up to Huo Yuhao, and patted Huo Yuhao on the shoulder.
"I knew I hadn't misjudged you. You were the right disciple."
"Not bad, the people of the Body Sect use the Ice Dragon Martial Soul as their strongest Martial Soul. What's the big deal?"
Then Du Bu Si turned to face Xue Heng, placed his right hand on his chest, and bowed deeply.
His usually arrogant voice became incredibly respectful at this moment.
Poison Undying has always had a strong sense of national responsibility, and even though Xue Heng's strength is far inferior to his, he is unwilling to overstep his bounds in the slightest.
He said, "Your Majesty, since Yuhao has already grasped the direction of his future cultivation, the Body Sect is willing to devote all its resources to supporting him."
Upon seeing this, Xue Heng quickly went to Du Busi's side and helped him up.
Then Xue Heng turned to face Huo Yuhao, her tone solemn and serious: "Huo Yuhao, disciple of the Body Sect, hear my decree!"
Huo Yuhao's expression turned serious, and he quickly bowed his head, saying, "Your subject is here!"
Because the Body Sect is a national guardian sect of the Heavenly Soul Empire, its disciples can refer to themselves as subjects when facing the Heavenly Soul Emperor.
"In recognition of your merit in assisting the Body Sect in capturing the Xuanzi of Shrek Academy, I, in the name of the 152nd monarch of the Heavenly Soul Empire, hereby bestow upon you the title of Viscount!"
"The title is derived from the first and last parts of the Azure Sky Black Ice Dragon, named Azure Dragon, and is hereditary without fail!"
Xue Heng said, "Furthermore, I hereby appoint you to join the Celestial Ring Knights as vice-commander, leading the Azure Dragon Guard and responsible for eliminating evil spirit masters within the Celestial Soul territory!"
"If you achieve outstanding merit in the future, I will reward you with the titles of Earl of Azure Dragon, Marquis of Azure Dragon, Duke of Azure Dragon, and even King of Azure Dragon!"
Poison Undying's expression changed slightly.
The Celestial Ring Knights were formerly the Eighth Guard under the Celestial Soul Royal Knights, the place where the original founder started his career.
However, after the founder of the Body Sect established the Body Sect, the Eighth Guard separated from the Royal Knights and became an independent force, renamed the Celestial Ring, which became the first choice for young disciples of the Body Sect to go out into the world for training.
However, with the Body Sect closing its gates and refusing to engage in any activities, the Heavenly Ring Knights gradually became a mere shell of their former selves.
Finally, the previous Heavenly Soul Emperor sealed its designation, waiting for the Body Sect to re-emerge before reactivating the Heavenly Ring Knights.
"Your Majesty intends to reactivate the Knights of the Celestial Ring."
Poison didn't kill him, he thought to himself.
"The vice-captain of the Celestial Ring... presumably, the captain of the Celestial Ring after the reactivation of its designation will be this kid, Aotian."
"After all, the position of young sect leader will definitely belong to Yuhao in the future. So Aotian will need a respectable identity to continue his relationship with Vina. Once Yuhao becomes the young sect leader and is promoted to the leader of the Heavenly Ring, Aotian will probably be transferred to another job."
"Moreover, the title Azure Dragon clearly indicates a confrontation with the White Tiger Duke, who represents the West. His Majesty is telling Yuhao that no matter what happens in the future, Tianhun will firmly support him in seeking revenge against Dai Hao, even if it means going to war with Xingluo."
Huo Yuhao naturally understood what Xue Heng meant.
He immediately and solemnly replied, "Your subject, Huo Yuhao, thanks Your Majesty for your grace!"
Xue Heng nodded in satisfaction: "Rise. In the future, there's no need to bow in private."
"I will have the seal of the Azure Dragon Viscount made tomorrow. Tonight, Yuhao, you and the Poison Sect Master will stay in the palace for the night."
Vina then said softly, "Father, you only said that Junior Brother is the vice-captain of the Celestial Ring, but the position of captain... hasn't been decided yet."
After saying that, Vina blushed.
Upon seeing this, Xue Heng's eyes flashed with a knowing smile.
He pretended to ponder and said, "As for the position of regimental commander... I'll consider it."
Vina's blush deepened, and she gave a soft hum, then stomped her foot playfully.
Poison Undying stepped forward at the opportune moment, cupped his hands and said:
"Your Majesty, I recommend Long Aotian to serve as the Grand Master of the Celestial Ring Knights. He has always been a leading figure among the younger generation of the Body Sect, and his calm and composed nature makes him perfectly suited to lead the Celestial Ring Knights, which have been relaunched."
"Furthermore, I request that the disciples of the Body Sect, Wang Yanfeng, Chen Yu, Chen Lu, Gu Tong, Jiang Yixi, and others, be appointed as warrior knights of the Heavenly Body Ring, each fulfilling their respective duties."
Xue Heng winked at Vina, clapped his hands and laughed, "What the Poison Sect Master said is very true. In that case, the position of the commander of the Celestial Ring Knights shall be held by Long Aotian, and his subordinate unit shall be called the Celestial Guard."
"Five other disciples from the Body Sect are hereby appointed to join the Celestial Ring as the five captains."
"The code names are... Shaking the Mountain, Rifting the Sky, Divine Speed, Heavenly Eye, and Star-Binding."
"Vina, are you satisfied now?"
Vina's pretty face flushed crimson, and she bit her lower lip lightly, saying, "Father only knows how to make fun of his daughter."
Xue Heng affectionately ruffled Vina's hair: "It's rare for my little princess to ask me for a favor, how could I refuse?"
Seeing that the important business had been finished, Du Busi's mind immediately became active.
He coughed lightly, his gaze playful: "Your Majesty, you can't show favoritism, or I'll feel resentful."
Xue Heng asked in confusion, "Why does the Poison Sect Master say that?"
"Aotian and Vina's marriage is settled, but my Yuhao is not yet engaged."
Poison Undying grinned, "You're in your prime now, why don't you hurry up and give Yuhao a second princess?"
Huo Yuhao's eyes widened instantly.
He had always thought that what Du Busi said before was just a joke, but he never expected that Du Busi would actually dare to urge Xue Heng to have a child in person!
Xue Heng was taken aback upon hearing this, then burst out laughing, "Uncle Poison, Uncle Poison, why don't you go and urge Xue Xin and Xue Yu?"
"One of them is the dean of Di'ao Academy, and the other is a marshal renowned in Tianhun Academy, yet neither of them has any children."
"You watched the three of us grow up, so you can't show favoritism to any of us, or I'll feel resentful."
Poisonless chuckled, looking completely unfazed.
"Those two brats, one is always in the office and never sees the sun, and the other is always leading troops into battle and never home. It's no use urging them."
Huo Yuhao was stunned.
Xueheng laughed heartily.
He smiled and said a few words to Du Busi, then turned his attention to Huo Yuhao.
"I heard about it from Uncle Poison," he said, taking out an exquisitely crafted azure necklace. "After you killed the evil soul master in North Mountain City, you acquired a storage soul tool shaped like a necklace."
"It just so happens that the royal family also has one, made of star sapphire, so Vina asked me to give it to you."