Chapter 235: The Snow Night Emperor's Sincere Invitation, Tang Hao Joins Tiandou

Inside the imperial palace, the Snow Night Emperor was discussing war strategies with his ministers.

One minister's eyes twitched as he seized on the idea of the Divine Craftsman Pavilion, saying, "Your Majesty, the National Guardian Elder has disappeared; should we seize the Divine Craftsman Pavilion and bring it under state control, forcing them to hand over their soul-tool technology? If we obtain their advanced soul-tool technology and mass‑equip our forces, it will be our greatest weapon for reclaiming lost lands!"

They had long wanted to take action against the Divine Craftsman Pavilion.

But they were held back by the existence of Titan, which had previously gone missing; they had been watching and waiting, for if Titan ever returned and saw them move against the Divine Craftsman Pavilion, he would surely be displeased—something the Snow Night Emperor did not wish to see.

Yet he also craved the Divine Craftsman Pavilion's soul‑tool technology.

The people of the Divine Craftsman Pavilion, who are none other than the Power Clan, have not joined the imperial family but have always focused on their own affairs within the pavilion.

The Snow Night Emperor had also long wanted to bring this powerful corps of smith‑warriors under his command.

Upon hearing this, he was immediately tempted.

"No, what if the National Guardian Elder returns and sees us acting this way? He would certainly be hurt—how could I do such a thing?" the Snow Night Emperor feigned hesitation in his refusal.

The civil and military officials, all seasoned veterans, naturally saw through the Snow Night Emperor's intent.

Thus some of them chimed in: "Please, Your Majesty, bring it under state control; we can wait for the National Guardian Elder to return and then explain to him—given the current situation, we have no choice!"

"Our nation currently has no Title Douluo, while rival powers rise abroad; we must seize control of the Divine Craftsman Pavilion, and if we cannot control it, we must at least forge the most important strategic partnership with it!"

Upon hearing this, the Snow Night Emperor intended to agree.

Meanwhile, some scouts from the Li family hurriedly recorded the appearances of these people.

They planned to take revenge later.

But just then, the guards at the city gate rushed in.

"Your Majesty, I have an important report!"

The guard dropped to one knee and said.

"Could it be that those people have attacked and broken in?" Seeing this, the Snow Night Emperor's expression also tightened with tension.

"No, someone wants to come in from outside," the guard said.

"Given the current tense situation, no one can be allowed in; how would we know which nation's spy it is, coming to cause sabotage?"

"You shouldn't bother me with such matters!"

Upon hearing this, the Snow Night Emperor didn't let the guard finish, cutting him off angrily and saying.

"But this person is no ordinary mortal—he is the renowned Haotian Douluo, His Excellency Tang Hao!" the guard exclaimed in haste.

"What?!"

"Haotian Douluo Tang Hao?!"

"Is this true?!"

Inside the hall, everyone's faces showed shock.

The Snow Night Emperor's face lit up with great joy and excitement.

"It's true—he has nine soul rings, and his ninth is a red hundred‑thousand‑year ring!" the guard recalled the scene, breaking out in a cold sweat.

"His martial soul is the Haotian Hammer!"

"What is he doing here? Since he didn't force his way in, he certainly isn't an enemy!"

The Snow Night Emperor said.

At this juncture, we must respond with utmost caution.

"He says he has brought his son to the Setting Sun Forest to hunt for soul rings."

The guard hurriedly said.

"Ready the carriage! I will personally go to meet His Excellency Haotian!"

After hearing this, the Snow Night Emperor made up his mind.

Now his Nine Treasure Glazed Glass Sect cannot aid him; the empire is fractured, two Title Douluo are missing, his son the crown prince is missing, and what was once a vast empire has dwindled to a tiny imperial city, leaving him feeling utterly overwhelmed.

Now Tang Hao's appearance is exactly what he needed to relieve his urgent predicament!

If he could bring this powerful ally Tang Hao to his side, his pressure would diminish greatly; therefore he intended to personally welcome Tang Hao, give him full respect, and make it hard for him to refuse—such a rare opportunity, if missed, would truly doom Tiandou! Soon, an imperial carriage emerged from the palace.

Although the Tiandou Empire is now divided, he remains its emperor, harboring the heart to reclaim lost lands; the civil and military officials all acknowledge him, his authority remains vast, and most importantly, his own cultivation is at the Soul Douluo level, just below Title Douluo.

With such strength, he need not worry that those fellows would not support him.

Otherwise, when the Tiandou Empire split, this emperor would have long been done in by treacherous villains.

The city gates opened, and Tang Hao and Tang Tang walked in.

Tang Hao's face bore arrogance; no matter what, he is a Title Douluo, and these people could not possibly deny him face no matter how they contended.

With him present, he could run roughshod anywhere on the continent.

However, the moment the two stepped into the city, the city gates were shut.

Immediately thereafter, they saw a troop of soldiers and civil‑military officials escorting an imperial carriage speeding toward them.

"Father, what is this?" Tang Tang said, somewhat surprised.

"One does not visit the Hall of Three Treasures without cause." Tang Hao had already guessed their intent and said lightly.

Soon, the imperial carriage came to a stop ahead.

The red curtain was drawn back, and the Snow Night Emperor stepped out.

Upon seeing Tang Hao now, he almost failed to recognize him.

After so many years, the change is truly great.

He faintly recalled that when he first met the other party, it had been only a brief encounter, and he had merely heard rumors of the formidable Haotian Twin Stars.

"Snow Night Emperor." Tang Hao instantly recognized the old man before him.

"Ha ha, Your Excellency Haotian gracing my Tiandou City at this time is an honor beyond words!" the Snow Night Emperor laughed, saying, "Truly worthy of being the continent's youngest Title Douluo—despite the years that have passed, your bearing remains undiminished!"

"Your Majesty flatters me." As the saying goes, one does not strike a smiling face, and besides, there is no grudge between us and the Snow Night Emperor, Tang Hao gave a slight nod.

The other's words also made him feel quite pleased inside.

As for the impression of this old man, the Snow Night Great Emperor, it also improved considerably.

But whenever he thought of the youngest Title Douluo on the continent, he fell silent.

In his mind, Li Fei's figure involuntarily came to mind.

I'm afraid there's no one younger than this kid who is a Title Douluo on the whole continent, and he's even a Super Douluo rank!

However, the other party doesn't know Li Fei exists, so he won't say anything to undermine himself.

Your Majesty, what is your purpose in coming here? Speak plainly—I still need to take my child to hunt for a fourth spirit ring." Tang Hao spoke.

Is this your child, Your Excellency? At such a young age he's already a rank‑40 Soul Ancestor—indeed he has inherited your bloodline!

What a youthful genius! Rare indeed! Rare indeed!

Snow Night Great Emperor has discerning eyes like pearls; Tang San's talent is excellent.

As long as he captures Tang Tian Douluo, Tang San will also be his.

I also speak frankly: I sincerely invite Your Excellency Hao Tian to join the the Heaven Dou Empire; I will appoint you as Guardian State Elder of the the Heaven Dou Empire, with authority equal to mine!

In the future, when we recover the lost lands and the the Heaven Dou Empire is restored, you will be the Guardian State Elder of the entire the Heaven Dou Empire!

Snow Night Great Emperor spoke bluntly.

Tang Hao had originally intended to refuse outright.

But considering the current chaos in the world, the disappearance of the Star Dou Great Forest, the future shortage of spirit beasts, and how limited his personal strength is in helping Tang San, if he could receive full support from a nation, the future would surely go more smoothly, and Tang San's growth speed would be even faster!

Fine, but I want the empire to devote all its resources to my Xiao San, to help him quickly break through to Title Douluo.

Tang Hao pondered for a moment, then nodded and agreed.

Everything is for my Xiao San.

Moreover, the position of Guardian State Elder of the the Heaven Dou Empire does not tarnish his reputation!

(End of chapter)