Douluo: I am the True Master

At this moment, the White Tiger Duchess spoke cautiously.

"Husband, I noticed you've been in a foul mood since returning. So, I specially prepared this old ginseng chicken soup for you. Won't you at least take a sip?"

Dai Hao was momentarily stunned. In the military, though there were camp followers, he found them dirty and always sought opportunities to vent his frustrations in the city instead. 

But paying for such pleasures lacked a certain charm. Now, seeing the White Tiger Duchess act like a devoted wife stirred something within Dai Hao, a battle-hardened veteran who had long since grown numb to emotions.

Perhaps... this was what it felt like to have a home.

The young and brash Dai Hao of the past hadn't thought much about such things, but now, as a middle-aged man, he began to feel a deep sense of melancholy.

Seeing that Dai Hao hadn't rejected her, the White Tiger Duchess secretly rejoiced. She carefully took small steps, inching closer to this husband she hadn't seen in over a decade.

Coming back to his senses, Dai Hao studied his wife more closely.

Though she wasn't one of those garishly made-up seductresses who exuded allure, her well-maintained demeanor—untouched by the hardships of life—radiated an understated grace.

A sinister smile slowly crept onto Dai Hao's lips. His inner brutality made him imagine how satisfying it would be to see the White Tiger Duchess beneath him, trembling under his dominance.

To her credit, the White Tiger Duchess didn't flinch at the sight of Dai Hao's dark expression. Instead, she felt a flicker of delight.

After all, though she wasn't some wild feline spirit, the saying went: "At thirty, they're like wolves; at forty, like tigers." And at fifty, women could still hold their own.

Constrained by societal norms and Dai Hao's possessiveness, she hadn't indulged in the frivolities common among noble children. But this body, starved of intimacy for so long, now burned with desire.

However, just as the two were on the verge of surrendering to their passions, a terrifying surge of soul power caused both of them to pale in shock.

"Who's there?!"

The battle-hardened Dai Hao barked sharply, instantly activating his Spirit Attachment. His menacing eyes locked onto the source of the oppressive aura.

When he saw who it was, his pupils contracted violently.

"How can it be you?!"

Huo Yu'er stood silently atop the roof, clad in the four-character Battle Armor that countless soul masters envied. 

Though Huo Yu'er was still young, her unparalleled strength forced even Dai Hao to instinctively bow his head in submission.

Huo Yu'er merely glanced coldly at Dai Hao without a word. The next moment, four crimson pillars of light shot into the sky from the four corners, forming a massive red square barrier that sealed off the entire White Tiger Duke's residence.

[Barrier Technique: Six Directions Seal!] 

This display was undeniably grand, causing even the experienced Dai Hao to unconsciously swallow hard.

This visitor clearly meant business.

Still clinging to hope, Dai Hao stammered, "Miss Huo, what is the meaning of this? Our White Tiger Duke's family has no quarrel with you."

With her abilities, Huo Yu'er could easily become a senator if she wished. However, the four women had no interest in political power. They continued to roam the Douluo Continent as members of the Tian Xing Knights, upholding justice and leaving behind many tales celebrated by the common people.

This was because the four women understood that without ascending to godhood, they would remain mere ants. Ascension was Huo Yu'er's top priority.

Though the other three were slightly weaker, they too had begun accumulating faith while performing acts of righteousness under the banner of the Tian Xing Knights, each seeking their own path.

Huo Yu'er, though not yet a Title Douluo, already knew which deity she was destined to become.

It was the ultimate divine position Snow Empress had attained in the original timeline:

[God of Reincarnation]

Initially, Snow Empress achieved divinity as the Goddess of Snow, a first-tier deity. But after merging with the consciousness of the Douluo Plane, her essence combined with the plane's cycle of seasons, elevating her status further.

Upon learning this, Ye Wen was initially shocked. But later, he couldn't help but marvel at her incredible talent. It was no wonder she was the chosen child of fate in the Douluo saga.

Though it was still too early to forge a divine position, Ye Wen used his divine powers to transform Huo Yu'er's Ice Phoenix martial soul into the God Empress of Reincarnation—a divine martial soul rivaling even Dragon King-tier spirits.

At this point, Dai Hao noticed Huo Yu'er shift her gaze toward the White Tiger Duchess, who had hurriedly exited the study. A murderous intent flickered in Huo Yu'er's eyes.

Though Dai Hao didn't know why, if sacrificing one woman could resolve the situation, he unhesitatingly said:

"Miss Huo, has my lowly wife offended you?

If so, whether you wish to kill or punish her, I leave it entirely to your discretion. I, Dai Hao, will not interfere in the slightest, for I know you would never harm the innocent without cause."

The White Tiger Duchess, who had just stepped out of the study, froze upon hearing Dai Hao's words. All traces of her earlier flirtatiousness vanished, replaced by a pale, disbelieving expression. She stared at Dai Hao, unable to utter a single word.

Then she turned to look at Huo Yu'er—a complete stranger to her, even with Dai Hao calling her "Miss Huo," a name that carried great weight.

She was nothing more than a neglected housewife. What had she done to deserve such attention?

Unfazed by Dai Hao's subtle attempt to flatter himself, Huo Yu'er smirked mockingly and redirected her gaze toward him.

Her poor mother truly had suffered. To think she had ended up with a man like this.

But killing him outright would be far too merciful for Dai Hao.

It would dishonor her mother, who had endured so much raising her, and the years of suffering Huo Yu'er herself had endured.

Without a word, Huo Yu'er let her silence speak volumes.

By now, everyone in the White Tiger Duke's residence had sensed something amiss. Realizing escape was impossible, they instinctively gathered around Dai Hao, their pillar of strength.

Dai Yueheng, the eldest son, whose cultivation had long surpassed Soul Sage and was nearing Soul Douluo level, rushed over immediately. He also heard Dai Hao's words.

Though Dai Yueheng admired his father deeply, it was his mother who had raised him.

Though Dai Yueheng harbored some selfish thoughts, he now firmly stepped in front of his mother, staring defiantly at Dai Hao, refusing to yield an inch.

Dai Hao's lips twitched. He inwardly cursed his son as useless, unable to grasp even such a simple situation.

In contrast, Dai Huabing, who had once caused a catastrophic scandal, shamefully hid among the servants.

After all, he knew exactly what foolish deeds he had committed.

Seeing everyone assembled, Huo Yu'er let out a humorless smile.

"Dai Hao, didn't you want to know why I came today? Now that everyone's here, let your family face judgment."

In an instant, a chilling aura swept over everyone present.

It seemed the Dai family was about to face calamity.

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