Chapter 522: A Debt to Huo Yuhao That Can Never Be Repaid
Huo Yuhao nodded and said, "Of course, you can keep it. However, in the future, any soul tools you create in Mingde Hall must be sold. But don't worry Mingde Hall will provide you with production methods, rare metals for free, and when your soul tools are sold, you'll receive a 5% commission."
Gao Dalou was instantly thrilled.
Everyone knew that Mingde Hall's soul tools were incredibly popular.
As long as a soul tool had Mingde Hall's label, its price could skyrocket several times over.
A 5% commission was more than enough to make him wealthy.
With that income, he could buy more rare metals, craft better soul tools, and even afford good liquor.
This was Huo Yuhao's kindness, a kindness he felt he could never repay in this lifetime.
It wasn't surprising that he thought this way.
Ever since his father's tragic death, Gao Dalou's life had spiraled downward.
Over time, as he exhausted his father's remaining resources, he once a proud soul engineer was reduced to doing odd jobs in Mingdu just to survive.
Sure, part of it was his stubborn refusal to sell the soul tools he made.
But having lived through years of hardship, he had experienced the harsh realities of life
He had learned how cruel the world could be.
Now, for the first time, someone valued him,
Someone was willing to invest in him, offering such favorable treatment.
How could he not be grateful?
At this moment, he was even willing to serve Huo Yuhao without hesitation.
After all, this kind of once in a lifetime opportunity was something he never even dared to dream of before.
So, his desire to repay Huo Yuhao was completely understandable.
Huo Yuhao continued, "By the way, Gao Dalou, there's something I need you to do."
"Of course, Huo senior, just say the word!" Gao Dalou responded without hesitation.
As someone who had struggled in Mingdu's underworld for years,
He may have been stubborn, but he wasn't stupid.
Recognizing the importance of building relationships, he immediately changed the way he addressed Huo Yuhao
Calling him "senior" instead of just his name.
It made sense, after all.
Huo Yuhao had enrolled in the academy much earlier than he had.
And addressing him as "senior" helped to strengthen their bond.
Huo Yuhao smiled, "I need you to join a force I'm creating and become one of its members. As long as you complete missions assigned within the organization, you'll receive additional benefits."
"I'm in." Gao Dalou agreed instantly.
After all, given Huo Yuhao's talent and strength showcased in the tournament,
It was only a matter of time before he became a pillar of the Sun Moon Empire.
Why give up the chance to follow such a promising leader?
Even a fool knew that "backing the right tree provides the best shade."
"By the way, Huo senior, your organization must have a name, right? What's it called?" Gao Dalou asked curiously.
Huo Yuhao smiled, "It's called the Spirit Transmission Tower. She will explain the tower's purpose, benefits, and main tasks to you."
The female soul master from the Spirit Transmission Tower stepped forward and began explaining everything about the organization.
Gao Dalou listened intently, absorbing every detail.
Moments later, he finally understood what the Spirit Transmission Tower was.
His excitement was impossible to hide.
Because now he knew about the existence of soul spirits
And just how powerful they were.
As a member of the Spirit Transmission Tower,
He would gain access to soul spirits as well.
At this point, he was convinced
He truly owed Huo Yuhao a debt he could never repay.
Aside from his father, this was the first time someone had treated him so well.
Sun Moon Imperial Palace
Imperial Garden
Xu Tianran sat in his wheelchair, being pushed by Ju Zi.
His expression darkened as he gazed at the withering flowers around him.
His voice was heavy with displeasure,
"Ju Zi, I assume you've heard the news by now "
"The hostages in Sunrise City have been rescued, and the Holy Spirit Cult's Saintess has been captured."
"These two incidents have utterly humiliated both me and Zhongli Wu."
"At court today, a group of officials used these events to criticize me "
"They claimed that the Holy Spirit Cult is an unreliable partner, that they couldn't even guard a few hostages, let alone protect their own Saintess."
"They argued that continuing to work with them might hinder the empire's progress, saying that their involvement could even derail my plans for continental domination."
"Some of them even tried to provoke me hoping I would cut ties with Zhongli Wu."
"But do you think I actually want to cooperate with the Holy Spirit Cult?!"
"If I had a choice, I wouldn't go anywhere near those damn evil soul masters!"
"But I need them to help me conquer the Douluo Continent!"
"Shrek Academy has existed for ten thousand years. They've even produced a god. Who knows if they have other hidden cards?"
"With the Holy Spirit Cult's help, my chances of unifying the continent increase significantly."
Ju Zi asked, "So this is why you left court early today?"
Xu Tianran gritted his teeth, "That was only one reason."
"The other reason? Those damned ministers took the opportunity to pressure me into choosing an empress and taking concubines!"
"That's why I left early I was getting sick of their nonsense!"
Ju Zi knew the real reason.
It wasn't that Xu Tianran didn't want an empress
The truth was, after being injured in an assassination attempt,
He was no longer a real man.
If he took an empress and concubines, people would eventually discover the truth.
And once that happened, his throne would be in jeopardy.
Ju Zi herself was his most trusted confidant.
But she was not an option for empress.
Right now, Xu Tianran wanted her to get close to Huo Yuhao
He even hoped they'd become a couple.
If he suddenly made Ju Zi empress, wouldn't that turn Huo Yuhao against him?
That was the last thing he wanted.
But at the same time, he still couldn't find a suitable empress.
After careful thought, he finally came up with a plan.
"Ju Zi, I have an idea "
"I'll have my men investigate the royal family and find any idle, reckless princes who have pregnant lovers."
"If any of them give birth to a son, we'll immediately take the child, then eliminate both the prince and the mother."
"This child will become my heir, and I'll simply say he was born to a mistress of mine who died of illness."
"That way, the ministers will stop pestering me."
Ju Zi was shocked by his increasing ruthlessness.
But her face showed nothing but admiration.
"Your Majesty's foresight is unparalleled."
Shrek Academy – Sea God's Pavilion
A room filled with light and vitality.
Mu En slowly retracted his hand, looking at the sleeping Tang Ya.
With a deep sigh, he turned to Bei Bei.
"Bei Bei, I'm sorry…"
"I can't reverse Tang Ya's evil martial soul, nor can I restore her memories."
"Perhaps only your love can bring her back."
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