Douluo Dalu 2: You are an Evil Soul Master, but also a good person ?

"Speak!"

Vina narrowed her beautiful eyes, staring intently at the person in front of her.

After discussing with her father, they had decided to only deal with the ringleaders. The spies that the Holy Spirit Sect had planted in the Tianhun Empire would be eliminated, but for the commoners who had been "bewitched," a policy of appeasement would be adopted. Every action and word today would soon spread throughout the entire Tiandou City.

Countless eyes were watching, waiting for the emperor's decision.

Thus, the commoners who had been questioned earlier were quickly released without punishment. But this young man…

Something was wrong! Very wrong!

Vina's instincts told her that there was something else hidden in this situation.

What was initially just a suspicion became more certain when she saw Tang San's pale face.

Of course, she still needed to ask more questions to pinpoint what exactly was wrong.

"I…"

Tang San looked troubled.

He couldn't possibly say, "Because the three original nations don't have martial souls awakening ceremonies, I planned to go to the Sun-Moon Empire to awaken my martial soul and take advantage of the resources there. Then, once I became stronger, I would come back to help the original three nations defeat the Sun-Moon Empire!"

Who would believe that?!

As he hesitated, a voice interrupted his thoughts.

A servant spoke respectfully, "Your Highness, I recognize him."

"Oh? Tell me the details," Vina said with curiosity.

"It's like this…" The servant glanced at Tang San with disdain. Under Tang San's horrified gaze, he proceeded to narrate everything—how Tang San had been taken in by Tie Niu, how he had emptied Tie Niu's household resources, and everything he had done over the past month.

Coincidentally, the servant's sister-in-law was Tie Niu's wife's sister. Just yesterday, after finishing his shift and returning home, his wife had told him about this matter. That person was also named Tang San, and everything—his age, actions, and background—matched perfectly…

After he finished explaining, Vina's gaze toward Tang San carried a hint of contempt and disgust.

An ungrateful person was despised everywhere, as it went against the fundamental principles of morality. Now that Tang San's facade had been ripped away, it naturally drew the disdain of many.

"You, you…" Tang San's face turned red with embarrassment.

He was truly infuriated.

In his previous life, he had built an image of purity, righteousness, and nobility. In this life, he aimed for the same reputation.

Once he achieved success and fame, he planned to reveal his true identity, creating a legendary tale.

So, he could not let this identity be ruined!

Otherwise, how would he announce his true identity in the future? Say he was Tang San? Wouldn't that just tarnish his own reputation?!

Even worse, he had no way to reset and start over!

Just barely managing to deceive both the Good and Evil Deities in order to create this incarnation had already been a huge risk. From the moment he descended into this world, his divine consciousness had been completely severed from his original self in the Divine Realm. There was no way to reconnect…

"Damn it!"

Tang San gritted his teeth, glaring daggers at the servant.

That man had a death wish!

"This guy is truly shameless…" Mu Xue coldly glanced at Tang San with undisguised scorn. "And to think you bear the same name as that ancestor! What a disgrace to his name!"

"You!!!" Veins bulged on Tang San's neck, but he forcefully suppressed his anger.

He could not die here. Otherwise, all his efforts would be wasted!

"That's enough, Mu Xue," Vina waved her hand, giving Tang San a dismissive glance. "Let him go."

She didn't even bother saying anything else.

People like him… honestly, letting him go to the Sun-Moon Empire might be for the best.

"…" Tang San lowered his head, suppressing the rage in his heart. Once the guards removed his restraints, he walked straight toward the exit.

No matter what, he had survived this. Once he awakened his martial soul, then…

"Big sister! You're just going to let a person like him go so easily? Where's justice in that?! Tie Niu and his wife suffered so much, and as a princess, you should uphold justice for them!" Mu Xue protested angrily, watching Tang San's departing figure.

"This…" Vina frowned slightly before nodding.

This was actually a good opportunity to boost her reputation.

"Guards, bring him back!"

Tang San, who had already walked halfway out: ???

Two strong guards grabbed him by the shoulders, grinning maliciously as they dragged him back.

"Since that's the case, he will be flogged thirty times and then thrown outside. His life or death will be up to fate," Vina said indifferently.

With a character like Tang San's, he probably had no money to compensate Tie Niu and his wife. Even if he were sold, it wouldn't be enough to repay them.

So, he would be punished as a thief.

"AHHHH—!"

A wretched scream echoed through the prison.

Countless prisoners watched eagerly, cheering loudly.

It was quite a spectacle.

Sun-Moon Empire Royal Academy

Inside a secluded villa belonging to Mingde Hall.

Xu Cheng lounged lazily on the sofa, holding Nana in his arms. She curled up like a little kitten, sleeping peacefully. Even in sleep, a faint smile lingered on her face as she hugged his arm tightly.

With such warmth in his arms, he had no other thoughts.

For one, they had already "exercised" earlier, and the girl's face still carried a post-battle blush. Secondly, he was occupied with reviewing his latest rewards.

The mecha had been handed over to Elder Cheng for repairs. Elder Yi mentioned that he was preparing to cure Elder Cheng's hidden injuries, estimating that the treatment would be ready in a few days.

As for the selection of participants for the upcoming competition, it had been a point of contention for several days, leaving no time to rest.

Finally, today, he had a moment to relax and review his gains from the tournament.

[Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have helped Huo Yuhao obtain a great opportunity—joining the Body Sect and awakening his second martial soul. You have been rewarded: Whenever you and a martial soul partner with a complementary attribute activate your soul power simultaneously, you will unlock a Martial Soul Fusion Skill! For example, Yin-Yang, Sun-Moon, etc.]

Huh?

Xu Cheng was momentarily stunned.

Truly, the Child of Destiny… Even just helping him a little resulted in such a massive opportunity.

Was a Martial Soul Fusion Skill important?

For Xu Cheng's current level of combat strength, it wasn't a huge deal. He had too many trump cards, making a skill that required a partner seem a bit redundant.

But…

For someone like him who thrived on manipulation and schemes, it was priceless.

In the original story, Zhang Lexuan's background was somewhat ambiguous. The only detail provided was that her entire family had been slaughtered. Coincidentally, Mu En had happened to pass by, promising to avenge her family—on the condition that she became Bei Bei's betrothed and cared for him as he grew up.

There were various conspiracy theories about whether Zhang Lexuan had been an adopted child of that "family" and was actually a lost descendant of the Sun-Moon Empire, or if Mu En himself had orchestrated the massacre and played the hero afterward. These were just speculations without concrete evidence.

But now…

With the Martial Soul Fusion Skill, he could turn speculation into reality.

His martial soul was the Sun, while Zhang Lexuan's martial soul was the Moon…

Fusion skills required deep emotional bonds—typically seen in siblings or lovers. The fact that two people could perform a fusion skill was a testament to their close relationship.

So…

Xu Cheng's lips curled into a smirk.

Wait a second—

His smile froze.

Zhang Lexuan wasn't on the confirmed participant list…

Given Yan Shaozhe's stingy nature, there was no way he would allow her to go.

…Fine.

Xu Cheng shook his head, deciding to pay a visit to the imperial palace. He needed to ask his father if any royal infants had gone missing back then.

If not…

He would make it so!