Douluo Huo Yuhao: My Clone is Too Self-Disciplined

Chapter 470

He couldn't very well rank his clones, since they were all equally important to him, and what would be the point of assigning them scores? But now, an opportunity had presented itself. He could take advantage of the Continental Elite Advanced Soul Master Tournament to let all his clones compete and determine who was the best.

This might be unfair to some clones, since they appeared at different times and started from different points. But in this world, how many things are truly fair?

Sometimes, luck is actually a part of ability.

In the adult world, only the result matters, not the process.

The same applies to Huo Yuhao.

After the knockout stage, the round-robin stage doesn't affect advancement; as long as you have a decent score, that's enough. Therefore, Huo Yuhao didn't let his clone fight to the death in the round-robin stage. There was no need to reveal his strength so early and give others an advantage.

However, once the finals arrived, he had nothing to worry about with his clones.

Oh, right, in a few days I need to have the second-best in the world take his team of soul masters to repair the competition stage.

This competition stage can't withstand any more damage!

As soon as Huo Yuhao stepped out of Gu Yuena's room, he turned around and saw Xue Di with an icy expression.

He didn't think much of it, after all, Xue Di had always been like that.

Just as he was about to greet him, an unexpected figure appeared in front of him.

"Your Highness, what brings you here? You didn't come here to see me, did you?"

Huo Yuhao looked somewhat haggard, with a touch of broken beauty in his eyes, and smiled faintly.

These past few days he's really given the Star Luo Empire a run for its money, practically tearing it apart. His clone not only killed Dai Yueheng, but he also killed the Star Luo Empire's Guardian Douluo.

They've turned this place upside down.

Xu Jiujiu, as Xu Jiawei's younger sister and his most valued and capable assistant, is constantly running around dealing with these matters and also busy with competitions, which can be described as overwhelming.

It would be strange if they were in good shape.

As the culprit behind all this, Huo Yuhao simply smiled indifferently.

If he hasn't been found, then it wasn't him who did it.

"Sect Leader Huo, it's really not easy to see you."

"What, they really came to see me?" Huo Yuhao's face showed a look of surprise. Could it be that they had discovered something?
Huo Yuhao hadn't expected Xu Jiujiu to be there to discuss business. After all, they had already discussed things clearly beforehand, and the details of the trade were already clear. They just needed to wait until the competition was over before they could delve into the trade further.

He really didn't think there was anything worth talking about with the Star Luo Empire.

Since it's not that, then they must have discovered something.

But as it turns out, Huo Yuhao was really overthinking things.

Although she couldn't bring herself to laugh, Xu Jiujiu still gave Huo Yuhao the highest courtesy, smiling as she performed a princess-like curtsy before speaking softly, "Sect Leader Huo, His Majesty requests your presence to discuss important matters."

Huo Yuhao was somewhat surprised, "Weren't the negotiations almost complete?"

After a long while, he nodded and then shook his head. "It's not that matter. It's something else. My brother has important matters to discuss with me."

Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao pondered for a moment.

If it's not about the transaction, and they're calling him at this crucial moment, it must be for tonight's top-tier auction.

But what does this have to do with him?
He's just a shopkeeper; he sees something he likes, takes a picture, pays, takes the goods, and leaves—it's that simple.

Did Xu Jiawei want to discuss tonight's security arrangements with him? Is he crazy? He's not a member of the Star Luo Empire, not in the past, not now. He has no obligation to do this kind of thing for the Star Luo Empire.

Moreover, a fierce battle is inevitable tonight, which everyone is looking forward to, and it is also part of Xu Jiawei's plan.

So of course it couldn't be because of that.

This piqued Huo Yuhao's curiosity. What could be the reason that made the noble princess Xu Jiujiu come to him in person?

"Alright then, I happen to have some free time now, so I'll go with you. But Princess Jiu Jiu, I just woke up and haven't had breakfast yet!"

Upon hearing this, Xu Jiujiu smiled and said, "Don't worry, Sect Leader Huo, my royal brother has prepared breakfast. You can eat and chat at the same time."

"That's great, let's go."

Having been invited by a beautiful woman, and knowing he could decline later, he said goodbye to Xue Di and the others, and then left with Xu Jiujiu.

Along the way, people who saw Huo Yuhao and Xu Jiujiu sighed with emotion, and behind their backs, they gossiped that Huo Yuhao and Xu Jiujiu were having an affair.

Huo Yuhao didn't seem to notice anything, but after a long while, a cold glint flashed in her eyes.

She already has someone she likes, so she can't take this kind of joke too seriously.

However, she hid it very well.

At least Huo Yuhao didn't find out.

As a princess of the empire, her feelings were never her own.

Although they are gossiping, this may very well happen in the future.

After all, his elder brother wanted to form a deep bond with Huo Yuhao. Just based on the mysterious Limit Douluo powerhouse behind Huo Yuhao, it was worth Xu Jiawei giving everything to win Huo Yuhao over.

Even sacrificing her happiness is not out of the question.

If Huo Yuhao were willing, she believed her brother would give her to him even if it meant being his concubine.

Fortunately, Huo Yuhao didn't have any romantic feelings for her; at least when he looked at her, his eyes were very clear.

That's why she didn't really dislike Huo Yuhao.

However, although Huo Yuhao was talented and handsome, he was still far inferior to Feng Yao in her heart.

Huo Yuhao was merely the head of a sect, but Feng Yao was a war god.

Huo Yuhao has a powerful Limit Douluo behind him, but Feng Yao will inevitably become a Limit Douluo in the future.

The only person she wants to marry is Feng Yao.

If she performs well in this mission, perhaps her brother, the Emperor, can grant her a marriage and let Feng Yao marry her.

Once the deed is done, she can get what she wants.

Therefore, Xu Jiujiu attached great importance to this top-level auction, as it was an auction that concerned the fate of the Star Luo Empire.

This will determine the development strategy of the Star Luo Empire for the next ten years. This time, there is absolutely no room for error, and Huo Yuhao must be won over to help them complete this plan.

"Your Highness, may I ask what business His Majesty has with me?"

Inside the luxurious carriage, Huo Yuhao took a sip of tea, then looked at Xu Jiujiu and asked curiously.

She remained silent for a long time, her face still bearing a professional smile. After Huo Yuhao put down his teacup, she poured him more tea like a maid before slowly speaking, "It's about tonight's top auction. I don't know the specifics; I'll only know if my brother tells you."

Xu Jiujiu certainly knew, but this was not the place to discuss matters. There were many people and eyes on the road, and it was inevitable that the news would be leaked.

After hearing this, Huo Yuhao didn't ask any more questions. He just sat quietly, staring ahead for a long time.

"Your Highness seems very wary of me, always on edge. Has she heard some bad rumors about me?"

Huo Yuhao suddenly spoke up, and after a long pause, a look of astonishment appeared on his face. He then quickly denied it, "Sect Leader Huo is mistaken. It has nothing to do with you. I've just been too tired lately. I'm sorry for making you misunderstand."

"It's alright!" Huo Yuhao smiled faintly. "Don't call me Sect Master Huo anymore, it sounds too formal. I'm younger than you, just call me Huo Yuhao!"

"Understood, Sect Leader Huo!" Xu Jiujiu blurted out.

Huo Yuhao immediately looked at him, stared at him for a long time, and then quickly changed his words, "Okay, Huo Yuhao."

Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao felt much more at ease. Being called "Sect Master Huo" all the time was too boring; it was much more comfortable to be called by his name.

After a brief exchange, the two fell silent. Huo Yuhao leaned against the carriage window and closed his eyes to rest. When he was bored for a long time, he would secretly take the opportunity to look at Huo Yuhao.

He's quite handsome, but he's too young; he's not her type.

Fengyao is still better.

I wonder what he looks like under the mask. Why would a grown man wear a mask? Is there some kind of hidden scar underneath?

For a long time, she had this strange feeling that Huo Yuhao's features seemed familiar, like someone else, but she couldn't remember who it was.

Since she couldn't figure it out, she stopped thinking about it. After a long while, Feng Yao's handsome appearance immediately appeared in her mind, and she became completely infatuated with him.

This is what is called darkness under the lamp.

Seeing Huo Yuhao thinking about hummingbirds, she didn't realize that the person who looked so much like Huo Yuhao was none other than Feng Yao, whom she had been longing for. However, she subconsciously ruled out this possibility. No, it should be said that she had never even considered this possibility.

That's why we missed it.

The Starlight Hotel and Xingluo Imperial City are very close. In just a quarter of an hour, this luxurious carriage drove into Xingluo Imperial City in a grand manner.

Huo Yuhao only opened his eyes when the carriage stopped.

I've been here many times, so I know the way very well.

"Let's go, let's see what your brother has to say to me."

"Okay, please follow me."

This time, Xu Jiujiu didn't take Huo Yuhao to the study, but instead went to the place where Xu Jiawei was eating.

It seems we really will have to discuss matters in the imperial kitchen.

He happened to be hungry.

……

"Sect Leader Huo, I'm really sorry to bother you. I've invited you here again because I have something important to discuss."

Huo Yuhao didn't say anything, but quickly walked forward, casually picked a chair to sit down, and began to eat heartily.

Upon seeing this, Xu Jiawei gave a single glance, and all the forces in the room withdrew, leaving Xu Jiujiu alone by his side.

Xu Jiujiu didn't act like a princess at all, standing beside Huo Yuhao without any hesitation, serving him food according to his preferences.

Would a princess of a nation be willing to be so humble? It's easy to see that in this world where strength reigns supreme, power truly allows one to do whatever one wants.

"Your Majesty, we just discussed business not long ago, and now we're going to discuss another big deal?"

"That's right, but it's not really a business deal. I just hope Sect Leader Huo can do me a small favor. I will definitely reward you handsomely after it's done."

In front of Huo Yuhao, Xu Jiawei did not refer to himself as "I, the Emperor," and lowered his posture considerably.

"Oh?" Huo Yuhao smiled faintly. "This top-tier auction is hosted by your Star Luo Empire. All the auction items and other matters should be almost ready. How can I help you?"

"No, no, the Huo clan is very powerful, and my Star Luo Empire has many valuable connections to rely on. But today is indeed a private matter. I would like to ask Sect Master Huo for a favor in my personal capacity to help me out of my urgent predicament."

"Then stop beating around the bush and just tell me. If it's possible, I'll do my best to help."

Huo Yuhao did not refuse. After all, if he and Xu Jiawei maintained a good relationship, Feng Yao could do whatever he wanted in the Star Luo Empire, achieve great things, rise rapidly, and eventually take over the Star Luo Empire in one fell swoop.

Helping Xu Jiawei now is helping myself. As long as it's not against my conscience and doesn't harm his interests, then I can help him.

"Since the sect leader is so generous, I won't hold back either. As far as I know, the Guizhong Group is incredibly wealthy, perhaps even more so than the Mingde Hall."

When Xu Jiawei said this, Huo Yuhao was stunned. Why did he suddenly bring up money and compare it with Mingdetang?

Is he worthy?
Mingde Hall has accumulated wealth over thousands of years; how can someone who has only been in business for a few years compare? However, most of Mingde Hall's assets are real estate. Even if they have money, they will invest it in the research and refining of soul tools, as well as the purchase of rare materials and metals. Therefore, Mingde Hall's apparent funds are not abundant. However, their soul tools can be readily converted into cash, which can be considered an alternative investment.

In terms of working capital, Tangmen might actually have more than Mingdetang.

After all, Huo Yuhao was supported by his six clones. The other clones continuously contributed to his career, making them thrive. Oh no, I mean, the Huo family.

He had forgotten that he had already changed his name, and from now on they could openly become Huo Men. He could be considered a cuckoo taking over someone else's nest, and a rather successful example at that.

"Your Majesty is too kind to me. Compared to Mingde Hall, my Huo family is like a firefly compared to the bright moon—there is no comparison whatsoever. But you are right, I am indeed quite wealthy."

"What are your thoughts on this top-tier auction, Sect Master Huo?"

"What else can I think? If I see something I like, I'll just buy it. I'm not short of money anyway."

Xu Jiawei's heart skipped a beat. "Does this include that 100,000-year-old soul beast embryo?"

Huo Yuhao laughed, "Of course. Isn't this top-tier auction of yours just using this as a gimmick? As for the rest, those who can't afford it simply can't afford it no matter what, and those who can afford it don't lack these little treasures, so naturally they won't be interested. I suppose they're all here for that 100,000-year-old soul beast embryo."

"A 100,000-year-old spirit ring and spirit bone, plus the temptation of obtaining a second spirit—who could resist that?"

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(End of this chapter)