Douluo: Danheng just want to avoid trouble, Gu Yuena Pursues.

The next day.

As usual, Dan Heng went to the library early in the morning.

Zhu Zhuqing woke up even earlier, preparing ingredients, cleaning up after meals, and then following her structured cultivation routine.

Although Gu Yuena had taken on the responsibility of guiding Zhu Zhuqing through her next three levels, she didn't have time for it today.

Because… Zi Ji and Di Tian had arrived.

They were in the living room discussing matters.

Gu Yuena sat comfortably, while Di Tian and Zi Ji, knowing their place, stood before her as they reported their progress.

Di Tian had a peculiar expression as he mentioned Prince Zhu.

"...I could tell that he harbors deep resentment toward the Xingluo royal family. His personality is… weak, completely susceptible to being swayed. If my lord wishes to seize control of the Xingluo Empire, I can take over the Zhu Clan immediately."

Di Tian was eager—he wanted nothing more than to charge forward in service of his master!

Gu Yuena waved her hand, declining to give Di Tian any specific orders.

If all she wanted was to control the Xingluo Empire, there were countless ways to achieve that—why go through such unnecessary trouble?

Her true goal was to ignite her husband's ambition!

Starting with the Xingluo Empire, then the entire Douluo Continent, and finally… advancing toward the Divine Realm!

Stimulating her husband's fighting spirit was what truly mattered!

"Do not act recklessly. Our goal is…"

In front of her subordinates, Gu Yuena could not display the tender side of a "devoted wife."

Maintaining the dignity of the Beast God's ruler—the Silver Dragon King—was crucial!

Her expression grew serious as she continued, "Our mission is to awaken Dan Heng's ambition. We must start small. Only by doing this can he lead us in counterattacking the Divine Realm."

Di Tian suddenly understood, his brows furrowing in thought.

Zi Ji, being more straightforward, exclaimed in shock, "What?! That old lecher is that strong?! Counterattacking the Divine Realm… Wait, did I say something wrong?"

Zi Ji instantly shrank back when she noticed Gu Yuena narrowing her eyes at her. She quickly lowered her head, nearly burying her chin into her chest.

Gu Yuena cut her off. "Just call him Dan Heng."

"He is an unparalleled powerhouse. A little dragon like you, who's only lived for a few thousand years, dares to call him that? Aren't you afraid he'll kill you with a flick of his hand? And why are you calling him a lecher?"

Gu Yuena frowned at Zi Ji, visibly displeased.

"I-I'm sorry, my lord…" Zi Ji panicked.

Back in the Star Dou Forest, she had only met her master a few times and had never seen her lose her temper.

Yet here, in that old lecher's home, she seemed to anger her constantly.

This had to be the old lecher's fault!

Gu Yuena glanced at Zi Ji, still irritated. Her husband had the temperament of a serene scholar, yet Zi Ji had dared to call him a lecher? How could she possibly be in a good mood after hearing that?!

"Report your progress."

Zi Ji's voice trembled slightly, and her legs quivered.

"Dai Mubai, that little lecher, is completely under my spell. Right now, he would do anything I ask of him!"

Although she hadn't allowed Dai Mubai to take any liberties, just a single glance from her was enough to make him utterly obsessed.

He had even cast aside those twin sisters for her!

At least, until he had his way with her, Dai Mubai would remain utterly obedient!

After all, Dai Mubai was nothing more than a lustful scoundrel!

Zi Ji regained some confidence from Dai Mubai's behavior—if all men were like Dan Heng, blind to her charm, she would have started doubting her own beauty!

"And you think that's worth bragging about?"

Seeing Zi Ji acting smug, Gu Yuena's irritation deepened.

Calling her husband a lecher…

Zi Ji instantly became meek again, her brief moment of pride extinguished.

Gu Yuena spoke, "Let's brainstorm. You two should also think of ways to make Dan Heng more ambitious."

Zi Ji eagerly raised her hand, her eyes gleaming—this was her chance to impress her master!

Gu Yuena nodded slightly. "Go ahead."

Zi Ji puffed up her chest proudly. "Of course, the best way is through beauty and power! No man can resist those! Even if he pretends otherwise, deep down, he wants it—he's just suppressing it!"

"If we put hundreds of naked beauties in front of that old lech—uh, Dan Heng, do you really think he'd be able to resist?"

Zi Ji's grin widened.

She was immensely proud of her idea.

That was the perfect way to deal with old lechers—no more pretending!

How could any dragon not be lustful?

He was obviously just suppressing it!

Completely caught up in her scheme, she failed to notice Gu Yuena's face darkening.

By the time she realized, Gu Yuena's "death glare" was nearly burning holes through her chest.

Zi Ji hastily lowered her hands and dropped her head, not daring to say another word.

She feared that if she continued, her master would string her up and beat her!

Gu Yuena took a deep breath, massaging her forehead, then turned to Di Tian.

She should never have asked Zi Ji—her ideas were completely absurd.

Doubting her husband?

Was her husband the kind of man who suppressed his desires? If he was, how could he possibly sleep so soundly beside her each night?!

Di Tian said, "My lord, if Dan Heng does not wish to change his current life, then we simply need to destroy it. We can create crises, forcing him to act—hatred, for example."

"No!" Gu Yuena immediately glared at Di Tian.

Although she wanted her husband to advance, if she followed Di Tian's method and forced him through external threats…

Wouldn't that damage their relationship?

These two subordinates—neither of them could come up with a decent solution.

How could she make her husband happily strive forward?

Just then, Gu Yuena sensed a few people approaching outside. As usual, it was a few defeated souls coming to "wail" at her again.

Tormenting these "defeated dogs" had become a new source of entertainment for her.

"Hm, you two may leave." Gu Yuena remained composed.

Di Tian and Zi Ji respectfully saluted before vanishing.

…

Library.

As the librarian, Dan Heng pushed a cart through the bookshelves, returning borrowed books to their places. Around him, several pairs of eyes stole glances at him.

He had long grown accustomed to it and ignored them.

Today, two unfamiliar girls entered the library.

Ning Rongrong nudged Xiao Wu, grinning. "Well? Isn't he handsome? Way better than Dai Mubai and Oscar, right? Those two idiots actually fell for that old woman."

Xiao Wu pouted but didn't take her eyes off Dan Heng. She muttered, "So what if he's handsome? He needs to be as reliable as Xiao San!"

Ning Rongrong scoffed, "You're always talking about Xiao San. This is a high-quality man! Watch me make him fall head over heels! I'm not any worse than that old woman, Zi Ji!"

She was still upset—though Dai Mubai hadn't beaten her in this version of events, Zi Ji had thoroughly humiliated her.

She desperately wanted to prove herself!

"Boring." Xiao Wu flicked her scorpion braid and walked away.

(End of Chapter.)