Chapter 282: The Alchemy System Is About to Transform the Unrivaled Tang Sect World
"Second, after this Sea God's Pavilion meeting, increase our support for the Soul Tool Department. From now on, every member of Shrek Academy must be equipped with at least one soul tool and must learn to accept the use of soul tools."
The moment Mu En finished speaking, Yan Shaozhe immediately objected.
"Teacher, absolutely not."
"How can the Soul Tool Department be compared with the Martial Soul Department? martial souls are the foundation of soul masters. Soul tools are merely clever tricks. Shrek Academy cannot take this path."
"Besides, our academy has already lost ninety percent of its resources. We should be reducing support for the Soul Tool Department, not increasing it. I believe the resources originally allocated to the Soul Tool Department should instead be returned to the Martial Soul Department."
Aside from Qian Duoduo and Xian Lin'er, the elders of the Soul Tool Department, the other Sea God's Pavilion elders all nodded in agreement with Yan Shaozhe.
Seeing this, Mu En let out a long sigh, feeling utterly helpless.
"Everyone, the development of soul tools has already far exceeded our imagination. Stop clinging to such narrow-minded ideas."
"I once ventured deep into the Sun-Moon Empire. There, I encountered soul tools capable of threatening even me. Given enough time, the Sun Moon Empire may even be able to create soul tools capable of killing a Limit Douluo."
"Now answer me. Do you still think soul tools are nothing more than clever tricks? Or do you believe every one of you can cultivate your martial soul to the level of a Limit Douluo?!"
Mu En nearly roared the final words.
He had to awaken these hopelessly stubborn elders and make them understand the importance of soul tools.
"Elder Mu, we understand."
The elders who had just opposed the proposal all raised their hands in agreement, supporting increased investment in the Soul Tool Department.
"Third, appoint Young Master Wu as the next-generation Master of Sea God's Pavilion. Once Young Master Wu breaks through to the Titled Douluo realm, he will officially become the Pavilion Master."
"Before I die, I will accept Young Master Wu as my final disciple, pass everything I have on to him, and firmly bind him to Shrek Academy."
This third matter was something Mu En absolutely had to accomplish.
Among everyone in Shrek Academy, the only person he truly valued was Young Master Wu.
With Young Master Wu's talent, he might reach the Titled Douluo realm within only a few years.
Within twenty years, he would likely have the chance to become a Limit Douluo.
If Young Master Wu could be permanently tied to Shrek Academy, not only would the academy continue to prosper, but it might even recover its former glory.
"Young Master Wu's talent is truly terrifying. He had already reached the Soul King realm when he enrolled and even defeated a Soul Emperor with overwhelming ease."
"A monster like him is undoubtedly qualified to become the Master of Sea God's Pavilion and lead Shrek Academy into the future."
None of the Sea God's Pavilion elders had any objections to Young Master Wu becoming the next-generation Pavilion Master.
After settling all three matters, Mu En finally concluded the Sea God's Pavilion meeting.
His next task was to firmly bind Young Master Wu to Shrek Academy before his death.
...
Meanwhile, in the imperial capital of the Nine Treasure Empire.
A graceful figure, shrouded in an immortal aura and wearing a white veil, appeared outside the city.
Looking toward the imperial palace, she murmured,
"My disciple has certainly grown capable. She even became an empress. That's good. Rongrong becoming Empress will also help with my plans."
The elegant figure was none other than Ye Qingxian.
She had come here specifically to find Ning Rongrong and, with the support of the Nine Treasure Empire, establish the Pill Hall and rapidly spread the alchemy system throughout the entire Unrivaled Tang Sect world.
By becoming the Progenitor of Alchemy in the Unrivaled Tang Sect world and harvesting the power of faith, it would greatly benefit the creation of her own god position.
Not long afterward...
Deep within the Nine Treasure Imperial Palace, inside Ning Rongrong's palace,
Ye Qingxian silently appeared behind Ning Rongrong.
"Being the Empress is wonderful. I just dump all the government affairs onto Ning Xiuyuan and enjoy life all by myself."
Ning Rongrong grinned broadly, looking completely relaxed.
Suddenly, she felt a sharp pain on the top of her head.
"Ah! That hurts! Who dares hit this Empress?"
Ning Rongrong pouted and turned around.
The next moment, her expression instantly became mischievously flattering.
"Teacher, what brings you here?"
"Why didn't you notify your disciple in advance? I could have gone ten miles outside the city to personally welcome you with the highest honors."
Ye Qingxian smiled and shook her head before gently tapping Ning Rongrong on the forehead.
"Your cultivation hasn't improved much, but your sweet-talking certainly has. You're still as good as ever at making your teacher happy."
Hearing that, Ning Rongrong chuckled.
Then, as though remembering something, she asked,
"Teacher, did you come because there's something you need your disciple's help with?"
"Just say the word. Your disciple is now an empress. I'm very capable."
Seeing how perceptive and considerate Ning Rongrong had become, Ye Qingxian felt quite gratified.
"Rongrong, I need to establish a Pill Hall in this world and spread the alchemy system from our world. That will make my path toward godhood much smoother."
Ye Qingxian explained her intentions.
"Oh, so that's it."
"If it concerns your path to godhood, then your disciple will naturally do everything possible to help."
Ning Rongrong spoke with complete seriousness.
She then took Ye Qingxian's hand and led her toward the palace where government affairs were handled.
As they walked, she said,
"Teacher, I'll appoint you as the Imperial Preceptor of our Nine Treasure Empire right now and grant you sufficient authority. You can carry out your plans without restraint."
A short while later...
Ning Rongrong and Ye Qingxian arrived at the main administrative hall.
At the center of the hall, Ning Xiuyuan was diligently handling the various matters arising from the establishment of the Nine Treasure Empire.
Upon seeing Ning Rongrong arrive, he immediately stood up.
When he noticed the elegant woman, radiating an immortal aura, standing beside her, he was visibly surprised.
Although he couldn't see her face beneath the veil, her extraordinary bearing alone made it obvious that she wasn't one of Ning Rongrong's attendants.
"Your Majesty, this lady beside you is...?"
With Ning Xiuyuan present, Ning Rongrong naturally dropped the obedient, well-behaved demeanor she had shown when alone with Ye Qingxian.
She knew perfectly well the role she was playing.
She was portraying herself as the Ning Rongrong who had become a god ten thousand years ago before starting over.
Her expression remained calm and unreadable as she introduced Ye Qingxian.
"This is an expert whom I've recruited."
"She is a Limit Douluo specializing in healing."
The moment Ning Xiuyuan heard the words Limit Douluo, his heart skipped a beat.
A Limit Douluo?!
The graceful, immortal-like woman before him was actually one of those elusive Limit Douluo?
"Her name is Ye Qingxian."
"From today onward, she will serve as the Imperial Preceptor of our Nine Treasure Empire."
"The Imperial Preceptor's orders are my orders."
Ning Rongrong spoke calmly.
She didn't discuss the matter with Ning Xiuyuan.
She simply informed him of the decision.
After all, she was both his ancestor and the Empress of the Nine Treasure Empire.
There was no need to consult him as though they were equals.
"This humble official understands."
Ning Xiuyuan showed no objection whatsoever to Ning Rongrong's command.
In this world, strength reigned supreme.
Not to mention...
This was a Limit Douluo.
Although she specialized in healing, the overwhelming advantage in soul power meant her combat strength would certainly not be inferior to the Red Dragon Douluo of the Nine Treasure Empire.
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