Batian Martial Soul

Chapter 14972 What guarantees do you have?

"Alright, Xiao Feng, you guys go have fun. I need to talk to this young hero Ling about cooperation!" Long Muyu waved his hand and said to the group of martial artists who were watching.

"Good sister!"

The young man seemed quite afraid of Long Muyu, and hurriedly nodded and left. The onlookers also retreated one after another, not daring to disturb Long Muyu's affairs.

Long Muyu then sat down and looked at Ling Xiao: "Young Master Ling has come from afar, but unfortunately my father is busy with official duties and has no time to see you."

Ling Xiao frowned, thinking to himself that perhaps the other person didn't have time, but rather didn't want to see him.

He sighed, then said, "In that case, I'll take my leave. It's just a pity that the Tianlong Kingdom, after many years of struggle and countless hardships, is about to miss an opportunity to save itself!"

After saying that, he turned and left without a trace of regret.

Since the ruler of Tianlong Kingdom refused to see him, there was indeed no need for him to stay. He wasn't there to have a romantic relationship with Long Muyu, so he didn't have that much free time.

"stop!"

Long Muyu called out to Ling Xiao, "You really are something else. Father won't see you, so why can't I see you? Instead of bravely facing challenges, you turn around and run away. Is this your sincerity in cooperating?"

"Can Your Highness make the decision?" Ling Xiao stopped and asked in return.

"Whether you can make a decision depends on your sincerity. Come with me for a walk, and we can talk as we go."

Long Muyu said, "I need to see if you can persuade me first. If you can't even persuade me, then there's no need to go to my father."

"That's true!" Ling Xiao thought for a moment and agreed.

Actually, he had just left, but it was just a ploy to lure her in. He believed that Long Muyu was not a fool and naturally knew the importance of cooperation.

Although he was not clear about the power structure of the Tianlong Kingdom, he was sure that Long Muyu was not of low status, after all, even the crown prince was like a mouse seeing a cat when he saw Long Muyu.

There is even a possibility that Long Muyu's visit to him was at the behest of the King of Tianlong Kingdom, sent to test him.

Therefore, he must rely on his silver tongue to win over Long Muyu in order to have any chance of dealing with the ruler of Tianlong Kingdom.

"Let's go!" Long Muyu got up and walked out.

Ling Xiao lifted his foot to follow.

The two walked side by side, strolling through the palace. The air was filled with a rich spiritual energy, and exotic flowers and plants were everywhere around them.

This surprised Ling Xiao quite a bit.

Everyone says that Tianlong Kingdom is a paradise on earth, and seeing it today, it is indeed true. The cultivation conditions here are much better than those at the Holy Rune Academy.

If it weren't for the aid of the Holy Runes, the Holy Rune Academy would be far inferior to this place. No wonder the warriors of the Heavenly Dragon Kingdom are generally quite strong.

Everyone they encountered along the way bowed respectfully to Long Muyu, which confirmed Ling Xiao's belief in Long Muyu's unparalleled status.

For a moment, neither of them spoke, seemingly waiting for the other to speak first.

Ling Xiao remained silent because he had come to test the bottom line of the Tianlong Kingdom. Cooperation with the Tianlong Kingdom was a mutually beneficial matter, and there was no need to humble himself and beg for help.

Since Long Muyu didn't say anything, he didn't need to either. Taking a walk was fine, since the scenery here was quite pleasant.

Finally, Long Muyu couldn't hold back any longer and asked, "Young Master Ling is truly composed. Since you've come to seek cooperation, shouldn't you say a few more nice words and praise me a bit? After all, I've personally accompanied you!"

Ling Xiao said, "The beauty and talent of the eldest princess are known throughout the world, so I have no need to deliberately praise her. Moreover, Your Highness needs to understand one thing: I am here to cooperate, not to beg for cooperation. Successful cooperation will benefit both of us, not just me to enjoy the benefits alone."

"That sounds nice, but you're trying to win over my Heavenly Dragon Kingdom just so you can use us to deal with the Demon Soul Clan and make us your pawns, isn't that right? How are we any different from the Demon Soul Clan?" Long Muyu sneered.

Ling Xiao shook his head: "The eldest princess is wrong again. I came only to guide the Tianlong Kingdom onto the right path and avoid its ultimate destruction. Is the Tianlong Kingdom the kind of power that would act as a pawn for others? Would I be so stupid as to make such an impossible request?"

"Our Heavenly Dragon Kingdom has always maintained neutrality and does not help anyone. The reason we helped the Demon Soul Clan this time was also our own will, because we did not want the Silent Extinction Court to become too powerful."

Long Muyu sighed.

Ling Xiao smiled and said, "The so-called neutrality is a ridiculous false proposition. Tianlong Kingdom has never been neutral. It has just been watching and observing because you don't know whose ship is safer to board, right? You chose the wrong path before, and as a result, you were beaten by Hong Qi and dared not show your face."

"Now, you've chosen to temporarily help the Demon Soul Clan for two reasons: first, you also want what's in the Demon Lord's treasure and want a share of the spoils later! Second, you don't want to see the Purgatory Kingdom rise from the ashes, and you also don't want to see the Silent Court grow stronger!"

"But you seem to have forgotten that the damage the Demon Soul Clan has done to the Heavenly Dragon Kingdom is greater than that of the Purgatory Kingdom and the Silent Annihilation Court. Cooperating with the Demon Soul Clan is tantamount to seeking help from a tiger!"

Upon hearing Ling Xiao's words, Long Muyu looked shocked: "You actually know so many things. I really underestimated you. I didn't expect that you not only have outstanding martial arts talent, but also a very sharp mind."

Ling Xiao laughed and said, "The Heavenly Dragon Kingdom's idea is very good. They don't want the Purgatory Kingdom to be resurrected, nor do they want the Silent Extinction Court to become powerful, and they don't want the Demon Soul Clan to rise. You think that by stirring up this pool of water, you can fish in troubled waters."

Long Muyu was shocked. Ling Xiao's words had completely hit the mark regarding the current principles of the Tianlong Kingdom.

Ling Xiao continued, "You have been hesitant all along, which is the biggest reason why you are unwilling to fully help the Demon Soul Clan, or even let me leave."

Long Muyu remained silent for a long time.

He finally sighed and said, "Many things in this world are beyond our control. Cooperating with the Demon Soul Clan is indeed to get what we need. At present, it is the most direct and least risky option."

Ling Xiao shook his head: "That's true in the short term, but what if the Demon Soul Clan wins? Does the eldest princess really think the Demon Soul Clan is a trustworthy partner? When you become obstacles for them in the future, they will kick you aside without hesitation, and then you won't even have an ally left."

As they talked, the two arrived at Long Muyu's palace.

Long Muyu instructed a palace maid to brew tea, and then the two continued chatting while drinking tea.

"If our Tianlong Kingdom cooperates with you, what can you offer? After all, your strength is insufficient to contend with the Demon Soul Clan! What can you use to guarantee the safety and interests of the Tianlong Kingdom? You yourself said that in the short term, the benefits of cooperating with the Demon Soul Clan are clearly greater."

Long Muyu suddenly asked, clearly he had been persuaded by Ling Xiao, but he still couldn't make up his mind.

Ling Xiao looked up at Long Muyu, a knowing smile on his face. (End of Chapter)