Chapter 293: Xuan Zi's Infamy Promotion Plan
"The Holy Spirit Cult is strong, but in the Sun Moon Empire, we still lack a legitimate status. If we obtain official recognition, expanding the cult will become much easier," Zhongli Wu said.
"Master, can we really trust Xu Tianran to keep his word?" Nangong Wan asked with a worried expression.
"Of course we can." Zhongli Wu was confident as he paced slowly. "Xu Tianran is the Crown Prince and the future emperor of this empire. I know very well that he dreams of becoming a ruler for the ages. He will undoubtedly launch a war to conquer the three Douluo nations and unify the continent. After all, this has been the ambition of Sun Moon emperors for generations.
"Although this is the era of soul tools, the Sun Moon Empire still has no one who can single handedly challenge an Ultimate Douluo. Xu Tianran needs the support of our Holy Spirit Cult.
"If he were to deceive us now over something like this, it would mean breaking ties with us completely, which would go against his best interests."
"Enough, Nangong Wan. Do as I say and begin the selection process. It is time for the Holy Spirit Cult to step into the light. We cannot remain in the shadows forever.
"In three months, I want to see our Holy Spirit team win the Soul Dueling Tournament," Zhongli Wu declared.
Heaven Dou Empire – Body Sect Assembly Hall
Huo Yuhao sat at the head seat, looking at Du Busi and a group of elders from the Body Sect. Moments ago, he had listened to their requests they hoped that some of the sect members could obtain a second soul spirit.
Of course, those who needed a second soul spirit weren't particularly strong. This was to be expected, as not much time had passed since the last time Huo Yuhao granted the Body Sect soul spirits. To qualify for a second soul spirit, they needed to have advanced to the next stage, which meant rapid cultivation progress.
It was common knowledge that soul masters progressed faster in the early and mid stages than in later stages.
Huo Yuhao said, "I have already stated that those who pray devoutly enough will be eligible for a second soul spirit. But as of now, I have not sensed anyone in the Body Sect who meets this level of devotion. Therefore, I cannot grant it at this time."
"Senior Xiao, forgive my boldness, but is devotion alone truly enough to obtain a second soul spirit? If someone in the Body Sect were extremely devout, could they theoretically acquire nine soul spirits?" Du Busi couldn't help but ask.
Although he and the other elders had already reached the ranks of Titled Douluo or even Super Douluo making them ineligible for soul spirits since they were not twin martial soul users he still wanted to secure soul spirits for the younger generation of the sect.
After all, this mysterious "Senior Xiao" was the sole source of soul spirits for the Body Sect.
Huo Yuhao pondered briefly before replying, "Strictly speaking, yes. As for your second question, I can give you an answer now. The number and quality of soul spirits a soul master can obtain are directly linked to their spiritual power. If their spiritual power reaches a high enough level, they can indeed possess nine soul spirits."
In future generations, spiritual power would be divided into multiple tiers, and according to the lore in Dragon King's Legend, only those who reached the Domain of Self Creation (Lingyu Realm) could theoretically hold nine soul spirits.
"I see. Thank you, Senior Xiao, for your guidance." Du Busi's expression eased slightly.
Huo Yuhao nodded and then said, "There is something I need you and the Body Sect to do. This concerns Shrek Academy's Xuan Zi. Recently, I witnessed him personally attacking the Sun Moon Empire's exchange student team as they were returning home. Although his assassination attempt failed, his actions were undeniably despicable.
"I need you to use the Body Sect's influence in the Heaven Dou Empire to spread word of this event widely."
Although the Body Sect was now operating under the Snow Demon Sect's banner, its status as a powerful protector of the empire meant that it held significant influence over the royal family.
"Xuan Zi did something like this?" Du Busi's aged face showed clear surprise. "That old bastard is as shameless as ever bullying the weak while hiding behind power.
"Ever since Mu En's death, he has only become more arrogant. Since you have asked, Senior Xiao, I will go to the Heaven Dou imperial family and discuss how we can make this incident known. However, because Heaven Dou is still under Shrek Academy's influence, the royal family will not openly denounce him."
He had never had a favorable opinion of Shrek Academy. If given a chance to tarnish their reputation, he wouldn't hesitate to take it. After all, his elder brother, Poison Must Die, had been slain by Mu En. Although Mu En was now gone, the grudge still burned within him.
Of course, if the academy were ever under siege by soul beasts, he would still stand with humanity no matter his personal grievances, he remained human first.
Although he wasn't sure whether this "Senior Xiao" had ties to the Sun Moon Empire, the fact that he wanted to discredit Shrek Academy meant he was likely no ally of theirs.
Could this Senior Xiao have a grudge against the original Shrek Seven Devils? Du Busi speculated.
Since "Senior Xiao" was a reincarnated deity, and his teacher was a true god, it was unlikely that he bore any direct grudge against Shrek Academy itself.
Shrek was strong, but not strong enough to provoke a god.
That meant "Senior Xiao" probably held a personal vendetta against the first generation of Shrek Seven Devils.
Huo Yuhao was quite satisfied with Du Busi's response. If the Body Sect took action, Xuan Zi's and by extension, Shrek Academy's reputation in the Heaven Dou Empire would be damaged.
Of course, given Shrek's thousand year legacy, it would be impossible to turn everyone against them overnight.
But that didn't matter. Huo Yuhao's goal was simply to plant the seed of doubt.
As the saying goes, a levee collapses from a tiny ant hole.
One day, Shrek Academy's shining image would crumble completely.
And when that day came, its place would be taken by the Spirit Pagoda the organization under his command.
This, in the long run, would be critical for gathering faith power.
"I must correct one thing Mu En is not dead. He is still alive," Huo Yuhao said, looking Du Busi directly in the eye.
"What? That's impossible!" Du Busi shot up from his chair, his face full of disbelief.
The other elders also showed visible shock, and their breathing grew heavy.
For years, it had been common knowledge that Shrek Academy's strongest figure was Xuan Zi. The renowned Dragon God Douluo, Mu En, was believed to have long since passed away.
(End of chapter.)
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