Chapter 1149: Immortal Couple

Have you considered how few of your brothers would ever let you succeed? You need powerful support, a mighty tree standing behind you, shielding you from the wind and rain. Only with such a strong foundation can you achieve your goals.

And now, your destined partner stands before you. Is that not enough for you to make this choice?" Xu Yang lightly waved his hand behind him, completely removing the disguise spell he had cast on Shi Tiandao. The moment Shi Tiandao's strikingly handsome figure and resolute face appeared in Yun Haiyang's sight, the sixteen-year-old maiden was completely captivated.

Yun Haiyang had met countless people and seen all kinds of handsome men and beautiful women. But this time, when she noticed Shi Tiandao's extraordinary and transcendent aura, she was completely drawn in. After all, Shi Tiandao now possessed the bloodline of the Demon Dragon King, making his appearance and demeanor unparalleled at that time.

More importantly, the profound calmness this man exuded, born from countless life-and-death experiences, left the Eighteenth Prince speechless with shock, making it impossible for her to look away.

As for Shi Tiandao, he had never considered matters of love and romance. Yet, at this moment, for reasons unknown, as if possessed or divinely guided, he found himself utterly unable to tear his gaze away from the young woman before him.

Was this what they called love at first sight? Perhaps from this moment on, he truly believed in the existence of such a legend in the world, as his own destiny seemed to have arrived unexpectedly.

Suddenly, Shi Tiandao no longer wished to hide anything. He fully disclosed the identities of the group behind him and all their objectives for this journey.

"I must admit this is an absurd plan, and I no longer wish to hide anything. Now, I will tell you two things. First, in the future, we will certainly become enemies of the Central Region Royal Family. And even if it costs me my life, I will never betray anyone here behind me—that is, the Legion of Glory.

This team is no different from my own family to me. And you and I are destined to become adversaries. Second, it seems I have truly fallen for you.

Very well. Regardless, my power will never be directed against you. However, as for the forces behind you who are about to become our adversaries, I will spare none of them.

These are my truest feelings. The door is open for you again. If you choose to leave now, then when we meet again, I might become your greatest enemy. But if you also have hopes for me, I am willing to share all future glory that belongs to me with you."

No one could have imagined that Shi Tiandao would be so direct yet so sincere when it came to matters of the heart. Perhaps in the face of true sincerity, all elaborate disguises prove meaningless.

The Eighteenth Prince, however, was someone who saw through all worldly facades. Having grown up in the royal family, she had witnessed every kind of hypocritical demeanor. Yet, it was Shi Tiandao's sincerity at this moment that deeply moved her. She knew exactly what she felt in her heart: following this man to battle across the lands for a lifetime might not be an unfulfilling life.

With a gentle wave of his hand, Shi Tiandao's immense power shattered the grand hall door behind them. Light from outside once again streamed into the hall, and in a mysterious way, the Eighteenth Prince seemed to have paved her own path towards her destined return.

Only two choices lay before her. Turning away might mean their lifelong romance would be severed. But if she took three steps forward into the man's embrace, her life would likely undergo earth-shattering changes.

At this moment, the entire world seemed to stand still, captivated by the gazes of the two. Every member of Xu Yang's team held their breath, awaiting the woman's decision.

Fortunately, the outcome did not disappoint anyone. The Eighteenth Prince, Yun Haiyang, finally believed in the legend of love at first sight and threw herself into Shi Tiandao's embrace.

"I have long been tired of royal life, and your sincerity has touched me. They say a woman follows her husband, come what may. Since I am already yours, I will naturally stand by your side no matter what happens from now on.

But I have only one request: do not harm my parents or family. The Seventh Prince's lineage is currently the weakest among the entire Central Region Royal Family. Many times, we only obeyed royal orders out of necessity for self-preservation."

Shi Tiandao released her with a satisfied smile. "If I achieve greatness in the future," he said, "how could the empire I forge not have a place for your family? However, the Central Region Royal Family's prestige, I believe, will soon suffer a devastating blow.

With the help of Brother Xu Yang and the brothers of the Glorious Dragon Cavalry Legion, the combat power and influence that the Western Regions of Yingzhou Continent can now gather have already far exceeded the Central Region Royal Family's imagination. When we rally the forces one day, we will surely ignite a magnificent tempest that sweeps across the entire Yingzhou Continent.

I only need you to do one thing for me: Before we gather enough strength to launch a counterattack against the Central Region Royal Family, you must do your best to maintain the balance in our relations. Do not, under any circumstances, prematurely trigger a full-scale conflict between the major legions of the Western Regions of Yingzhou Continent and the Central Region Royal Family before we are ready."

The Eighteenth Prince displayed a captivating, nation-toppling smile. She presented a dazzling golden token to her beloved. It was, without a doubt, the King-Summoning Order.

"With this token, no loyalist of the Central Region Royal Family will make a move against your forces for the next six months. Because, as far as I know, the entire Central Region Royal Family will secretly undertake a very important operation after six months.

I don't know the specific details, as that knowledge is beyond the limits of what I am permitted to know. Only the lineage of the Central Region Royal Crown Prince, those with the status of heir, are qualified to be privy to this immense secret.

Once the Central Region Royal Family's power is unleashed after six months, no force in any of the four cardinal regions—East, West, North, or South—will be able to resist. Therefore, you only have six months left to implement all your plans."

Upon hearing the Eighteenth Prince's words, Xu Yang and the others' expressions grew several shades more serious. Xu Yang still needed to collect two ancient jades. Although this task was not easy to complete, six months was indeed a tight deadline.

"Regardless, Your Highness, conveying this important message has already provided us with immense help. On behalf of the Legion of Glory, I assure Your Highness.

From today forward, my forces will not dispatch a single soldier or a single man against your family in any war concerning your lineage of the Seven Princes. Of course, if you truly wish to follow Shi Tiandao, you are now considered a member of our team, and we will need your continued support in the future."

Thus, a true banquet followed. That very evening, urged on by Xu Yang and the others, Shi Tiandao and the Eighteenth Prince were happily wed, entered the bridal chamber, and consummated their union.

Even Xu Yang himself couldn't help but sigh in admiration, realizing he had been a truly perfect matchmaker, thus bringing together a divine couple.

Unintentionally, Xu Yang also recalled the confidantes who had once fought alongside him. Now, except for Ling Yao and Xiao Hua, the others had vanished without a trace.

After completing the series of matters concerning the Emperor Soul Legion, Xu Yang began preparations to travel to the Central Region of Yingzhou Continent, the imperial territory, to search for the remaining two ancient jade fragments. Ling Yao had originally strongly desired to accompany him, but after careful consideration, Xu Yang refused her request, and indeed, denied the requests of all other members of the Glorious Dragon Cavalry Legion.

"Now, you are no longer merely members of the Legion of Glory. Each of you bears significant responsibilities. All these forces in the Western Regions of Yingzhou Continent need you.

There will naturally be a time in the future when you will be needed. This journey deep into the Central Region is exceptionally perilous, an act akin to snatching food from a tiger's mouth. My going alone is perfectly acceptable. The rest of you should remain here and recuperate well. When the full-scale war against the Royal Family in the Central Region truly breaks out, that will be the time for you to truly demonstrate your respective strengths."