Gu Yuena Arrives on the Dou Ling Continent

"Your Majesty."

At that moment, Li Xiaochou made a suggestion to Xue Zhonggao. "The cultivation of the Orphnoch army, as well as research into the Lust Virus, all require vast amounts of funding and Soul Master data."

"With the foundation of our Dou Ling Empire, funding will not be a problem. But when it comes to Soul Master data, we may be lacking. If we had an ally, our research would become much easier."

"An ally?"

Hearing this, Xue Zhonggao thought for a moment before asking, "Since you raised this matter, Chancellor, I assume you already have someone in mind?"

"Yes, Your Majesty. I believe the Spirit Pagoda would make an excellent ally."

"The Spirit Pagoda?"

Xue Zhonggao frowned instinctively. "But haven't they been accused of colluding with Evil Soul Masters? Would working with them cause any problems?"

Li Xiaochou narrowed his vulture-like eyes and revealed a sinister smile.

"It is precisely because rumors of their collusion with Evil Soul Masters have spread that we should make our position clear and put the Spirit Pagoda at ease. After all, once we turn those ordinary people into Soul Masters, we will need a great number of Soul Spirits."

"And the Spirit Pagoda has always kept a tight grip on Soul Spirits. Once we cooperate with them, our grand Orphnoch creation plan will naturally proceed much more smoothly."

"As for communication with the Spirit Pagoda, Your Majesty need not worry. I will have Aponia negotiate with them. There will be no room for error."

Xue Zhonggao nodded. "Since the Chancellor says so, I can rest assured and leave this matter to you."

"Rest assured, Your Majesty."

Li Xiaochou bowed slightly again. His expression remained respectful, yet deep in his eyes flashed a barely perceptible trace of smugness and contempt. Then he and