The Holy Mother of the Universe stared at that tall, imposing figure, momentarily stunned.
She had considered all the conditions Zhou Xingdou might propose, imagined countless costs, and even voluntarily offered her body as a condition.
But she never imagined that Zhou Xingdou would ask for nothing and make no demands, all for the sake of the friendship that she once considered childish.
Even though Zhou Xingdou agreed to the matter, a look of worry still appeared between the brows of the Holy Mother of the Universe, and she muttered to herself:
"But how can you reverse this fate?"
But she had no other choice but to trust Stephen Chow.
As Zhou Xingdou stepped out of the Universal Palace, he breathed a sigh of relief. Only he knew the immense temptation he had just experienced.
He was genuinely afraid that if he faced the Holy Mother of the Universe in that temple for even a little longer, he would succumb to temptation.
Fortunately, Stephen Chow didn't go to such extremes.
Zhou Xingdou wouldn't feel guilty about taking advantage of someone's misfortune, but to do such a thing by taking advantage of Wan Tianzhou's pity for his child during his time of crisis would be too despicable.
Even if Stephen Chow were ten times more vicious, he would hardly do such a thing.
Because although he and Wan Tianzhou were said to be the boss and the younger brother, they were actually more like friends, childhood friends, and brothers.
Although he did indeed desire the body of the Holy Mother of the Universe, he would never use Wan Tianzhou to do so, as that would pollute the pure land of friendship from his childhood.
Zhou Xingdou couldn't help but think to himself.
Wan Tianzhou, do you know what your boss refused for the sake of our friendship?
Once I free your soul, you bastard, I'll make you my Paru and exploit you mercilessly!
Chen Nong also noticed that Zhou Xingdou's expression was off as he walked out of the Universal Palace, and immediately stepped forward to ask him:
"Young Master, did you suffer some humiliation in the Universal Palace?"
Stephen Chow raised an eyebrow. Frustrated? It was indeed incredibly frustrating. A stunningly beautiful woman who perfectly matched his aesthetic and tastes was throwing herself at him, but he could only refuse. How could he not feel frustrated?
However, Zhou Xingdou naturally couldn't reveal what happened in the Universal Palace, and simply said "Nothing happened."
He then looked towards the direction of the Holy Son's Palace. If he didn't have a perfect solution yet, weakening Du Buhui's fate first was never a bad idea.
With Lin Fan's case as an example, Zhou Xingdou is now quite adept at stripping away one's destiny.
Thinking about this week, Xingdou rubbed his chin. It seemed that the peaceful life he had imagined was about to drift away from him again.
I've been busy with my own things lately.
At this moment, he also regretted not bringing the women to the Primordial Dao Domain, since he probably wouldn't be able to return to the Primordial Dao Domain for a while.
In the blink of an eye, Zhou Xingdou arrived at the Holy Son's Palace again, since his Void Chariot was still there.
This giant star chariot is not like the Void Chariot. It was built by the weapon master Tie Qianduan, whom he killed, over five years. The materials used in it were enough to make a major power feel the pinch.
However, its effects are worth the trouble of its creation. This starry sky chariot can withstand the full force of a Venerable Realm expert, travel at top speed in the void, and cross everything without having to avoid any turbulence.
The nine colossal dragons that pulled the chariot were the Ancient Void Dragons, known as the most ferocious beasts in the void. Eight of them possessed the strength of a peak Great Sage, while the other was a half-step Supreme, on par with Wan Jiang, the Grand Elder of the Universal Holy Land.
These nine ancient dragons were all captured and raised by Tianyin. When Chen Nong asked him for them, Tianyin was heartbroken.
Nine ancient dragons of the Void pulled the chariot, and Chen Nong, a high-ranking supreme being, drove it. This configuration was top-notch, unmatched by any successor of a major sect. However, it was only to bolster the momentum of Zhou Xingdou's first stop after returning to the Tai Shi Dao Domain.
Moreover, there's also Xingyou in the shadows. This week, Xingdou's first trip since his return brought with him a force equivalent to that of a major power, which is quite extravagant.
Du Buhui seemed to have no idea that Zhou Xingdou would turn back to the Holy Son Palace so quickly.
However, he did not conceal his fully recovered body. Instead, his face glowed with health as he bowed slightly to Zhou Xingdou, who had arrived, and spoke with increasing respect:
"Brother, I was very disrespectful just now, please don't take offense."
Zhou Xingdou glanced at Du Buhui, who was now occupying Wan Tianzhou's body, and said in a cold tone:
"Why beat around the bush? We both know the truth in our hearts. There's no point in pretending."
Although Du Buhui came from a humble background, Zhou Xingdou did not believe that Du Buhui was truly stupid and ignorant. On the contrary, compared to Wan Tianzhou, Du Buhui, who possessed certain qualities and destiny, was only more cunning.
Based on his attitude and words since arriving at the Holy Land of the Universe, Du Buhui probably already knows that his identity has been exposed in front of Zhou Xingdou.
Du Buhui had indeed thought of this. Although he was unsure whether Zhou Xingdou knew his original identity, he could sense that Zhou Xingdou was certain that he was not Wan Tianzhou.
Zhou Xingdou has now directly revealed his identity, and Du Buhui shows no panic or distress at having his identity exposed. Instead, he calmly says:
"Big brother is indeed worthy of being called big brother. I have no way to hide in front of you. However, some things cannot be changed."
Looking at Du Buhui's composed demeanor, Zhou Xingdou couldn't help but think more highly of this chosen one, though a cold smile crept across his lips.
"No, you don't understand. If I wanted to, I could kill you at any time. Do you think the Holy Land of the Universe can protect you?"
As he spoke, Zhou Xingdou's aura rose, and a series of sharp heavenly mights echoed in the area, causing gusts of wind to blow, making the spiritual plants sway and his robes flutter.
Du Buhui narrowed her eyes as well. Zhou Xingdou's aura was too overwhelming. Even though she understood some things, she was still afraid of him.
He was so much like a god who controlled life that Du Buhui could not ignore him, and could not even muster the will to fight against him.
For Du Buhui, Zhou Xingdou's existence shattered the superiority he had built up over two years.
This reminded him of the lowly and miserable atmosphere he had experienced in the Du family, the feeling that he could lose his life at any moment when facing those in power, and it all came back to haunt him.
This also made it impossible for Du Buhui to question Zhou Xingdou's words. It seemed that this was how it should be. At this moment, he was no longer that noble holy son, but more like the past self that he dared not recall.
After a long silence, Du Buhui spoke again, his tone softening with a sense of submission:
"If possible, I could actually be your subordinate. I might be even more capable than him and more useful to you!"
Du Buhui believed that after witnessing Zhou Xingdou's imposing presence today, no one would be willing to be his enemy.
The old man who was protecting the path listened to the conversation between the two and scratched his head in confusion, but he still moved closer to Du Buhui, afraid that Zhou Xingdou would make a move again.
However, the old man protecting the path did not realize that one hundred and one figures hidden between heaven and earth had already surrounded this place. As for Zhou Xingdou's order, his protection was just a thin sheet of paper, which could be torn with a single puncture.
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