Chapter 175 The Heavenly Soul Emperor's Approval! Turning all the high-level Soul Masters on the continent against each other? A genius idea!
Inside the council hall, as Liu Yuan finished his assertion about "harvesting talent," the elders who had previously scoffed at soul tools underwent a dramatic change in their expressions.
If these cold metal scrolls were merely lifeless objects in their eyes, then Liu Yuan's blueprint for using these inanimate objects to shake the foundations of the top Soul Masters of the entire Douluo Continent was a shock that these veteran powerhouses had never felt before.
"Using the information from Mingde Hall as bait to lure Shrek Academy and the top Soul Masters from the Three Kingdoms?"
Elder Chen pondered these words repeatedly, his tightly furrowed brows gradually relaxing, and finally he couldn't help but slap his thigh.
"Wonderful! This is absolutely wonderful!"
"We don't need to learn those complicated things ourselves. As long as we bring over the experts, give them resources, and provide them with these coveted blueprints, they will naturally serve our Body Sect and Heavenly Soul Empire. In the future, it will be much easier to learn related knowledge through them!"
Poison Undying's emerald green double pupils flashed with a sharp light, and his broad back was ramrod straight.
He knew better than anyone that although the Body Sect possessed unparalleled martial prowess, it indeed needed more leverage in this era-changing game.
"What a brilliant plan to turn them into traitors!" Poison Undying let out a deep and powerful laugh, the sound waves echoing throughout the hall.
"Liu Yuan, you not only saw through the greed of the Soul Masters, but also the weakness of those self-proclaimed orthodox academies and empires. They cling to their outdated technology, while we use the core secrets of the Sun Moon Empire to recruit talent. This is a feasible plan!"
The elders around him nodded in agreement. The initial sense of rejection had vanished, replaced by a strong approval of Liu Yuan's strategic vision.
In their view, this method, which could directly weaken Shrek Academy and other forces while strengthening the Body Sect and the Heavenly Soul Empire, was simply too amazing.
Seeing this, Liu Yuan took the opportunity to collect the pile of precious metal scrolls on the table.
He looked at Du Busi and said seriously, "Master, since everyone agrees on this direction, let's take action immediately."
"What do you plan to do?" Poison Undying asked.
"Although the Body Sect can intimidate with force, it is still somewhat weak in terms of administrative resources and reputation for recruitment." Liu Yuan looked out of the hall into the distance, towards the capital of the Heavenly Soul Empire.
"This disciple suggests that Master accompany me to the Heavenly Soul Palace."
"This matter must have His Majesty's full support."
"Only by having the empire bestow rewards and our Body Sect provide technical support can we ensure absolute success."
Without the slightest hesitation, Du Bu Si stood up, his domineering aura instantly vanishing, replaced by an unfathomable composure.
"Since that's the case, then let's go."
"I also want to see what expression that old emperor will have when he sees these level nine core formation blueprints."
Without alerting any more disciples, the master and disciple transformed into two streaks of light, tearing through the sky and hurtling towards the capital of the Heavenly Soul Empire.
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Heavenly Soul Empire, Imperial Study.
The decor here is extremely luxurious, yet retains an imperial feel.
Emperor Tianhun was currently engrossed in reading battle reports from the border, a lingering worry on his brow.
As the Sun Moon Empire's soul guidance technology became increasingly sophisticated, the pressure on the border defenses grew daily, causing him, the ruler of the nation, to lose sleep at night.
"Your Majesty, the Sect Master of the Body Sect, Du Busi, has brought his disciple Liu Yuan to request an audience," the attendant reported in a low voice, his tone tinged with reverence.
Emperor Tianhun's hand holding the pen stiffened slightly, then he immediately raised his head, a hint of joy flashing in his eyes: "Quickly, quickly invite him! No, I will personally go to greet him!"
Before he could leave the study, Du Busi had already led Liu Yuan into the inner hall.
"I am deeply sorry for not welcoming you properly, Poison Sect Master." Emperor Tianhun politely cupped his hands in greeting, then his gaze fell on Liu Yuan.
He naturally valued this future successor of the Body Sect, who was now famous throughout the continent.
After dismissing everyone and taking their seats, Emperor Tianhun asked with some doubt, "Sect Master Poison, what brings you here today with Liu Yuan in person?"
Without wasting words, Du Busi turned to Liu Yuan and gestured, "Liu Yuan, you initiated this matter, so you should report it to His Majesty."
Liu Yuan bowed slightly to the emperor before getting straight to the point.
He not only briefly mentioned the attack on Mingde Hall and the theft of the Snow Emperor's embryo, but also focused on the core library that he had emptied.
"Your Majesty, I now possess the core technologies of the Sun Moon Empire's Mingde Hall accumulated over nearly a century. These include the material ratios for level nine fixed-mount soul-guided cannon shells, as well as the topological structures of several level nine core magic arrays."
Although Liu Yuan's voice was steady, every word he uttered sounded like thunder to the Heavenly Soul Emperor.
"What? Level 9 core technology?" Emperor Tianhun suddenly stood up, his hands on the table, his breathing becoming rapid.
"Are you sure? That's the lifeblood of the Sun Moon Empire, and you actually managed to take it all from Mirror Red Dust?"
Liu Yuan didn't say much, but took out a metal scroll that emitted a faint red light from his ring and handed it to the emperor.
"Your Majesty, please look. This is a simplified diagram of the core logic of the level nine defensive soul tool 'Red Dust Protection'. Although it is only a part of it, it is enough to prove its authenticity."
Although the Heavenly Soul Emperor was not a top-tier Soul Master, his high position gave him a basic ability to judge the authenticity of such strategic resources.
He took the scroll with trembling hands, looking at the extremely complex energy-guiding patterns, and quickly deduced them in his mind.
A moment later, he let out a long breath, slumped back onto the dragon throne, his eyes filled with undisguised shock and ecstasy.
"If it's true... if it's true, the Heavenly Soul Empire's military strength could double within ten years!"
Seeing that the time was right, Liu Yuan pressed on and proposed his own plan: "Your Majesty, I believe that if we study these materials on our own, it will be too slow."
"Therefore, my idea is to win over all the high-level Soul Masters across the continent."
"Using this information on the peak of level nine as bait, and in conjunction with the titles and rewards of the Heavenly Soul Empire, we will smuggle all those top talents who are frustrated and unable to advance further. In particular, those level eight Soul Masters who are in Shrek Academy or other empires but cannot advance further due to a lack of technology."
The Heavenly Soul Emperor frantically analyzed the feasibility of this plan in his mind.
He had to admit that this was an open conspiracy, an open conspiracy that no top-tier Soul Master could refuse.
"A genius idea."
The emperor looked at Liu Yuan with admiration in his eyes.
Liu Yuan is not only exceptionally talented, but also very intelligent and has strategic vision.
At this moment, he sincerely felt that their Heavenly Soul Empire was extremely fortunate to have such a talent!
(End of chapter)