Chapter 84: Dai Hao and Dai Youheng – Father and Son's First MeetingInside the venue, everyone's gaze was focused on the black-haired young man who slowly withdrew his hand, his surrounding shadows and cold Qi gradually dissipating. His expression remained calm, as if he had only done a trivial thing."We won! We won!" Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong excitedly high-fived, their gazes towards Dai Youheng filled with admiration and shock.In the VIP section, Xu Jiujiu suddenly stood up, her beautiful eyes sparkling with brilliance. Her gaze was no longer mere scrutiny and utilization, but filled with undisguised astonishment and praise, even carrying a hint of fervor. "Good, this is a true Genius!"In the Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy's waiting area, Xiao Hongchen, who had been watching with his arms crossed and an arrogant expression, now had a completely darkened face, his fingers unconsciously tightening.Dai Youheng's domineering and exquisite fighting style, and his absolute strength that allowed him to crush opponents beyond his rank, made him feel an unprecedented immense pressure.Beside him, Meng Hongchen clutched her hands to her chest, stars practically in her eyes. "So handsome! So strong and handsome! It turns out this person I saw before was Shrek's secret weapon."Even White Tiger Duke Dai Hao, who had been sitting steadily on the main stage, was speechless for a long time. He merely gazed with a complicated expression at the dazzling illegitimate son on the arena, his heart turbulent. For the first time, he truly began to re-examine this son he had ignored for many years.Dai Youheng, almost single-handedly, controlled the overall situation, crushed powerful enemies, and truly became famous in one battle!The Shrek group walked back to their hotel, the commotion of the ended competition gradually left behind them.Although they had experienced a tough battle, they ultimately secured a thrilling victory, especially Dai Youheng's crushing performance in the last match, which greatly boosted the team's morale.Except for Dai Huabin, who was gloomy due to the defeat, and Zhu Lu, who silently accompanied him, everyone else was relaxed and joyful.Since Huo Yuhao barely exerted any effort in this match, he didn't reveal the Aura of the Ice Empress on him.This naturally prevented him from being targeted by the Star Luo Empire's Protector Douluo, Cheng Gang, thus sparing Cheng Gang a beating.Moreover, with this victory, the main team member Ling Luochen could finally return to the team after recovering from her injuries. With a Spirit King-level strong controller in their ranks, the subsequent matches would undoubtedly be much easier.However, this relaxed and pleasant atmosphere instantly solidified when a figure abruptly appeared in front of them on the road.The newcomer was tall and upright, dressed in well-tailored casual clothes, yet he still couldn't conceal the battle-hardened Aura of iron and blood and the unspoken majesty that commanded respect. His golden hair was loose, and his face was rugged, as if carved by a knife and axe.Seeing this person, Huo Yuhao's body stiffened abruptly, his arm trembling uncontrollably. His fists instantly clenched, his nails almost digging into his palms. In his spiritual eyes, extremely complex emotions churned: resentment, grievance, anger.It was him, his biological father, the man who gave him life but caused his mother a lifetime of sorrow, and who never acknowledged her even until her death—White Tiger Duke, Dai Hao!Dai Hao's gaze calmly swept over everyone, pausing briefly on the pale-faced Dai Huabin, but not lingering. Finally, it landed on Dai Youheng in the crowd.Seeing his father, Dai Huabin subconsciously took a step forward, just about to greet him, "Fa—"His greeting was cut short by Dai Hao's calm words, "Youheng, long time no see."Dai Hao's voice was steady, without much emotion, yet it made everyone present's hearts skip a beat. The Duke had actually come specifically for Dai Youheng?Dai Youheng raised an eyebrow. He truly hadn't expected Dai Hao to come find him personally, and he hadn't even recognized him at first glance. Hearing Dai Hao's words, he subconsciously muttered, "It has been a long time. In fact, I'd like to say 'Nice to meet you, who are you, big brother?'"These were his true feelings; having Transmigrated, this was indeed his first meeting.Hearing this, Dai Hao frowned slightly, seemingly displeased. "When did you learn to joke?"In his impression, this illegitimate son had always been timid and submissive in front of him, not daring to even breathe loudly."Joke?" Dai Youheng chuckled, his tone carrying a hint of imperceptible sarcasm. "You talk as if you know me well. How many times a year do you come home? The words I've spoken to you these past few years probably don't add up to more than ten sentences, right?"He accurately exposed the paper-thin, indifferent father-son relationship between the original owner and his father.Dai Hao was choked by these words, his eyes deepening as he re-examined this son who seemed to have been reborn.The Dai Youheng before him had calm eyes, a humble yet not subservient demeanor, and even a hint of distant scrutiny. Where was any trace of his former timid and lowly self?He remained silent for a moment, then spoke, "Indeed. Since we usually communicate so little, then today, we father and son will have a good talk." He then turned to Teacher Zhou, the team leader, his tone regaining the Duke's authority and politeness. "Teacher Zhou, I'll take my son for a night to catch up on family matters. That should be fine, right?"Teacher Zhou quickly replied, "Of course, it's fine, Duke. Please do as you wish. You are Youheng's father; I have nothing to worry about."Tomorrow's opponent wasn't strong, and with Ling Luochen's return, Dai Youheng's temporary absence wouldn't be a big problem.Dai Hao nodded, then looked at Dai Youheng, his tone brooking no refusal. "Youheng, come home with me today."After speaking, he turned around, as if just remembering something, and looked back at Dai Huabin, adding, "Hua Bin, make more time to go home and accompany your mother. She's been—in very poor health lately."Although his tone remained calm, when he mentioned his wife, it carried a hint of imperceptible heaviness."Yes, Father." Dai Huabin replied with a grim expression. His father had completely ignored him throughout, his gaze and words entirely focused on Dai Youheng, which made him feel immense humiliation and jealousy.Meanwhile, Huo Yuhao's heart trembled, and then a cold sense of satisfaction surged within him. That malicious woman, the culprit who killed his mother, now had both her sons' futures ruined, and she herself was plagued by illness. It was truly retribution.It was just that she'd better not die too quickly. If possible, Huo Yuhao still hoped to personally kill that woman, and then force Dai Hao to kneel and apologize before his mother's grave."In that case, everyone, I'll take my leave now. See you tomorrow." Dai Youheng bid farewell to everyone with a normal expression, as if he were just going to do an ordinary thing.He stepped beside Dai Hao, and the two, one in front and one half a step behind, walked silently towards the White Tiger Dukes Mansion, which symbolized the highest authority of the Star Luo Empire.The journey was silent. An awkward and distant silence permeated between the two. Dai Hao walked in front, his figure tall and upright like a mountain; Dai Youheng followed half a step behind, his posture relaxed yet carrying a sense of independence that was out of place with his surroundings.Until they arrived at the magnificent and heavily guarded Dukes Mansion.
