Dou Luo: This Tang San is Different

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*Douluo Calendar, 2130* 

The city of Heaven Dou flourished after planting the Blue Silver Emperor, significantly enhancing the richness of the natural energy. This, in turn, accelerated the cultivation speed of Soul Masters. The emergence of the Blue Silver Network also greatly boosted the efficiency of the Empire's officials.

To ensure that all the people within the empire could benefit from this advantage, Emperor Qinghe personally traveled to Spirit Hall and once again invited Count Yinlan to visit his hometown. Over the course of six months, Blue Silver Emperors were planted in cities and villages throughout the empire, with local Spirit Hall personnel and imperial officials overseeing their care.

By this point, the Blue Silver Emperor had been fully integrated into the Heaven Dou region. 

*Douluo Calendar, 2131* 

Emperor Qinghe collaborated with the Spirit Hall to accelerate the development of soul-guided weapons within Heaven Dou. He began a large-scale effort to popularize them, significantly improving the living standards of the empire's residents. 

*Douluo Calendar, 2132* 

In the New Heaven Dou Federation, Xuebeng sought to gain control of real power. The various kings of the nations opposed him, and after Emperor Qinghe intervened, he proposed a "feudal system," which was ultimately rejected. 

However, Xue Qinghe secretly spread news of the proposal throughout the New Heaven Dou Federation, causing unrest among the heirs of the major noble houses. 

*Douluo Calendar, 2133* 

A coup occurred in the Kingdom of Balak within the New Heaven Dou Federation. Xuebeng seized the opportunity to rally a group of princes willing to follow him, challenging the King of Balak and his eldest son. 

Eventually, the Kingdom of Balak was divided into seven parts, inherited by the King's seven sons. The eldest son retained control of the capital and surrounding cities, while the remaining provinces and cities were divided among his six brothers. 

Due to a lack of military strength, these brothers chose to ally with Xuebeng, uniting their forces. 

The "feudal system" proposed by Xue Qinghe had significantly weakened the cohesion of the major kingdoms, but Xuebeng saw this as his chance to seize real power. 

Thus, Xuebeng also began implementing the "feudal system." Although this would dilute the military strength of the kingdoms within the federation, it was extremely advantageous to him. 

*Douluo Calendar, 2134* 

The Heaven Dou Empire issued a public declaration, demanding that Xuebeng from the New Heaven Dou Federation apologize at the Snow Night Emperor's tomb. The Snow Night Emperor's death had made it widely known that Xuebeng was expected to pay homage there in the future, a matter that was widely criticized. 

Xuebeng ignored the demand. 

As a result, Emperor Qinghe cited Xuebeng's "disloyalty," "unfaithfulness," and "unrighteousness" as reasons for declaring war on the New Heaven Dou Federation. 

*Douluo Calendar, 2135* 

Davis ascended to the throne of the Star Luo Empire, hoping to gain some influence in the conflict. However, he was stopped by Zhu Zhuqing and the ongoing cooperation with the Spirit Hall's Saintess, forcing him to abandon his plans. 

*Douluo Calendar, 2138* 

With the soul-guided weapons provided by the Spirit Hall, the Heaven Dou Empire dominated the battlefield. Though the New Heaven Dou Federation also researched soul-guided weapons, its many kingdoms, each with their own agendas, were unable to unite and fell far behind the Spirit Hall and Heaven Dou Empire in terms of technology. This resulted in their continuous retreat. 

In just three years, the Heaven Dou Empire had "recaptured" most of the cities within the New Heaven Dou Federation and successfully resettled its citizens with minimal unrest. 

Only the federal capital and eight surrounding cities remained under the Federation's control. 

"Scum!" Xuebeng yelled as he stared at the empty Federal Hall, cursing in frustration. "A rabble! The alliance nations of the New Heaven Dou Federation are nothing but a bunch of useless rabble!" 

Three years!

*Douluo Calendar, 2138 - End of the Year*

"Just three years!" 

The New Heaven Dou Federation was almost gone, and it felt like a nightmare to Xuebeng. Back then, they had captured soul-guided weapons from the Sun Moon Empire, and although they were used, the Heaven Dou Empire's soul-guided weapons were far more advanced. When the two armies clashed, the New Heaven Dou Federation's forces were completely overwhelmed. 

But reflecting on this now was futile. 

Xue Xing and Poison Douluo entered, and Xuebeng turned to them. "Xuebeng, we should escape. Xue Qinghe is determined to kill you; there's no chance left. Poison Douluo will take us to a safe place, where we can live in peace and comfort under new identities." 

"Poison Douluo, senior!" Xuebeng suddenly brightened. He rushed to the two of them and eagerly said to Dugu Bo, "I've heard your poison is extremely potent—just a drop can vaporize, entering the human body to spread and grow, poisoning a city without any issue!" 

"That's just exaggerated publicity," Dugu Bo replied coldly, sensing Xuebeng's intentions. He felt a chill in his heart, realizing the true extent of Xuebeng's malice. To think that Xuebeng would consider killing thousands, if not millions, with poison. 

Although Dugu Bo's poison had such capabilities—killing an entire city was not impossible, and even if left unattended, it could potentially wipe out all human life on the continent—he had no intention of letting Xuebeng know that. 

Moreover, Xue Xing was the one who had helped him, not Xuebeng, so Dugu Bo didn't feel any obligation to consider Xuebeng's request. 

"What level can you reach, senior?" Xuebeng pressed on, unwilling to give up. 

"Hmph! I've never tried," Dugu Bo replied, his impatience growing. He then turned to Xue Xing. "Please, Prince, we must act quickly. If we delay, it may be too late. If the Heaven Dou Empire calls upon Lord Yinlan..." 

"Even though I have some ties with him, he will not show mercy when it comes to serving his master." 

"Xuebeng, stop thinking about these things. Staying alive is the best course of action," Xue Xing advised earnestly, feeling pity for the boy he had watched grow up. He couldn't just stand by and watch Xuebeng throw his life away. 

"No! I won't leave!" Xuebeng gritted his teeth. He had already fled once and would not be humiliated again. There was no way he would live in hiding, only to be mocked by the world. 

Reluctantly, Xue Xing gave Dugu Bo a knowing look. 

Dugu Bo moved swiftly, striking Xuebeng on the back of the head and knocking him unconscious. He then lifted Xuebeng onto his shoulder and turned to Xue Xing. 

"Alright, Your Highness, let's go. I've prepared a manor in a remote town not yet under the control of the Heaven Dou Empire. It's a place where the two of you can live out the rest of your days in peace." 

"Even if the Heaven Dou Empire reaches there, you needn't worry. It's an isolated area, and few people will recognize you." 

"From now on, I consider my debt to you repaid, and we part ways with no obligations remaining." 

Xue Xing opened his mouth to say something, perhaps to bring up past favors, but he found he couldn't find the words. After all, Dugu Bo was known for his eccentric temperament and solitary nature. If not for the favor Xue Xing had done for him, he would have never been able to persuade Dugu Bo to become his guest. 

"Ah..." 

By the end of 2138, the New Heaven Dou Federation had dissolved, and the Heaven Dou Empire had unified once again. Emperor Qinghe's prestige reached its peak, and she made a grand announcement to the public: She was actually a woman! 

There was no divine intervention, no gender change, nor any boost to her martial soul. Instead, Xue Qinghe spun a tale: She had always been a woman. The late Snow Night Emperor, having foresight, had long predicted that future heirs would be unfit to rule. As a result, he had hoped for his eldest daughter to take on the responsibility. However, due to the prejudice against women, she had been forced to disguise herself as a man to gain the approval of the old ministers in court. 

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