Hall of Souls' Moves

Amidst the lively whispers below, a Yellow Robed Elder robe, seemingly the leader of the group of Guest Elder, hurriedly stepped forward with a smile and bowed respectfully to Xiao Ming.

Although he was older, as the saying goes, "the accomplished are teachers," and Xiao Ming's achievements in every aspect far surpassed what they could compare to. Therefore, they spoke with extreme politeness and dared not be the slightest bit rude.

"You're too kind, Elder."

Xiao Ming was naturally very kind to his own people. He smiled slightly, then his gaze swept across the Holy Pill City, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes.

He had only been away from Holy Pill City for eight months, yet the Holy Pill City had changed so much, with so many powerful figures guarding it. Even if the Hall of Souls launched another surprise attack, it probably wouldn't be able to succeed easily. Judging from the overt Aura he sensed, there were quite a few Dou Zun hidden in Holy Pill City.

"So, you've finally returned, Alliance Leader...?"

As Xiao Ming's gaze swept across Holy Pill City, the space behind him rippled, and then an old figure slowly emerged—it was Xuan Kongzi.

"Elder Xuan."

Upon seeing Elder Xuan, Xiao Ming bowed respectfully. Xuan Kongzi had taken good care of Xiao Ming when he first entered the Xiao Ming Pill Tower, and Xiao Ming respected him greatly.

"Greetings, Elder Xuan!"

When Xuan Kongzi appeared, the Guest Elder elders beside him immediately greeted him respectfully. Elder Xuan was often absent due to his official duties, so in the eyes of these Guest Elders, Xuan Kongzi was highly respected and exuded great authority.

"You're not doing a very good job as the Alliance Leader. You've dumped all the work on me, and I'm exhausted..."

Xuan Kongzi's kind face was filled with helplessness. Although he hadn't intended for Xiao Ming to waste his time on these matters, Xiao Ming had simply washed his hands of it all and hadn't done a single thing.

He waved to the Guest Elders, then glanced at Xiao Ming, a look of shock appearing in his eyes.

"Your aura seems to have grown stronger again. Could it be that you've made another breakthrough in your strength?"

Xiao Ming smiled. Given Xuan Kongzi's previous strength Peak Dou Zun, he naturally couldn't have much of a grasp of his strength. However, the Heavenly Court wasn't going to sit idly by; he wondered what methods they used to help Xuan Kongzi break through to the Half-Saint.

"Hmm, your strength has reached the Two Star Dou Sheng, right?"

Xiao Ming nodded slightly and said that the stronger he was, the greater the prestige of the Heavenly Court would be, so there was no need to hide his strength.

Moreover, speaking out about it is also a way of giving an explanation for his long absence from Heavenly Court.

If he runs around aimlessly without improving his strength, others in the Heavenly Court will inevitably have some complaints. If word gets out, people will say he's neglecting his duties. Although this won't affect him personally, it will be a major blow to the Heavenly Court's prestige.

However, if he said he went out to improve his strength and actually did improve, then others would only give him a thumbs up and praise him for his hard work and ambition.

Others might also become interested in the Heavenly Court led by him as the Alliance Leader, and thus join the Heavenly Court.

His boastful flight into Holy Pill City earlier indicated that he had this intention.

Upon hearing his words, the Guest Elder standing to the side immediately showed a hint of shock in his eyes. As expected of the Alliance Leader rose to fame at a young age and was known as a genius, this speed of improvement was simply too terrifying.

Upon hearing Xiao Ming's admission, Xuan Kongzi's face also showed a hint of surprise.

At the Dou Sheng First Rank, each star is divided into three phases: early, middle, and late. Each step forward is extremely difficult. He originally thought that Xiao Ming had only broken through to the Mid-Stage One Star Dou Sheng, but he didn't expect Xiao Ming to be so powerful and actually go directly to two stars!

Of course, it was only after Xiao Ming broke through a full star level that Xuan Kongzi was able to sense the change in Xiao Ming.

"Hehe, your breakthrough is a joyous occasion for our Heavenly Court. We should celebrate properly when we get back. Let's go down first. There are some things I think you, as the Alliance Leader, need to know."

Having calmed down, Xuan Kongzi regained his usual amiable expression.

"Um."

Xiao Ming nodded and followed behind Xuan Kongzi.

The Pill Tower Headquarters is also the current headquarters of the Heavenly Court.

On the top floor of the tower, Xiao Ming and Xuan Kongzi each took their seats.

After taking a sip of tea, Xiao Ming spoke first.

"When I was out, I encountered a Four Star Dou Sheng from the Hall of Souls at the Wind Snow Holy Hall. The original Hall of Souls, apart from Hun Miesheng, did not have Dou Sheng of such a high star. Perhaps the Soul Clan ordered the Hall of Souls to send someone. Has the Heavenly Court been attacked by the Hall of Souls?"

"The Nine-Tailed Fox Saint has already discussed this matter with me. To be honest, it's quite unexpected that you've managed to gain such an ally. These reclusive Magical Beast Family are not easy to win over."

"It's just that the oppressive atmosphere from the Hall of Souls and the Soul Clan was too strong, which made them feel a sense of crisis."

"Sigh, the Hall of Souls certainly has the strength, but the Heavenly Court is not far behind. Since its establishment, although there have been some frictions between the Hall of Souls, there has never been a real war. It seems the Hall of Souls is also wary of them."

The Heavenly Court currently has four Dou Sheng: Xiao Ming, Nine-Tailed Fox Saint, Small Pill Tower Great Elder, and Fire Cloud Ancestor.

With the addition of over twenty Half-Saint from various major factions who have joined, their strength is quite considerable.

Speaking of this, we have to talk about the current system of the Heavenly Court.

The Heavenly Court appointed an Alliance Leader, Xiao Ming, Alliance Leader held the highest authority and could make most decisions directly.

At the same time, three Supreme Elders were appointed, including Fire Cloud Ancestor, who had reached the Dou Saint Level.

The rest of the people who reach the Half-Saint become members of the Consultative Elder Group, who can make suggestions on some of the Alliance's decisions. If these suggestions are approved by half of the council members, they can be implemented.

Of course, Xiao Ming doesn't manage things much. These people above the Half-Saint are all old relics who spend their days in seclusion Secluded Cultivation. They don't usually manage things much either. Therefore, there are many subordinate organizations under the Alliance, such as Enforcement Team and Intelligence Network, which are led by Dou Zun level powerhouses.

The overall atmosphere of the Heavenly Court is quite youthful, with a sense of thriving vitality.

It's understandable that the Hall of Souls doesn't want a large-scale conflict.

However, for the sake of the Soul Origin, the Hall of Souls had no choice but to stir up trouble.

Therefore, Xuan Kongzi sighed and then revealed what the Hall of Souls had done.

"As you know, besides the Central Plains, the Dou Qi Continent also has five other large regions: the Northwest, Southwest, Northeast, and Southeast. Our Heavenly Court dampened the Hall of Souls's momentum in the Central Plains, but the Hall of Souls's influence has already extended to other regions."

"They suddenly established sects on various continents and waged wars on a massive scale. Wherever their sect's powerful figures went, no one could rival them. Those who disobeyed were utterly slaughtered and their sects and nations destroyed. This undoubtedly accelerated the Hall of Souls's collection of Soul Body. Lacking in quality, they were making up for it with quantity."

"Alas, these areas are truly devastated now."