Offer Up Your Life for My Blue Silver Emperor Soul Spirit, Abyss Emperor!
In Mingdu, people on every street corner were talking about nothing but negative news about the Star Luo Empire and Dou Ling.
"Have you seen the recent news? Dou Ling is providing shelter to Evil Spirit Master and even helping them hunt down the souls of their own people!"
"Didn't similar rumors circulate two years ago? Before Shrek was destroyed, it was already revealed that Star Luo Empire and the Holy Spirit Cult were involved, so it's not surprising that Dou Ling is also related to the Holy Spirit Cult."
"Speaking of which, the battle that happened in Mingdu not long ago, and the slander against His Yuanen Zhentian, are also said to be related to the Holy Spirit Cult, right? Those Evil Spirit Master are truly audacious!"
"Hmph, they dared to invade the Federation and steal Federation strategic weapons, what else wouldn't they dare to do?"
"If you ask me, we should have started a war long ago! We'll never have peace until we wipe out Star Luo Empire and Dou Ling, along with the lair of those Evil Spirit Master!"
"You know what, you really shouldn't believe it. I recently heard that the Sea God Legion has been mobilized by the Federation. I think the Federation's higher-ups can't stand it anymore, and they're probably going to make a move!"
"Really? That's awesome! Kill those bastards!"
Tang Wulin walked down the street, listening to the surrounding discussions, and raised an eyebrow slightly.
He had heard similar conversations many times in recent days. From teahouses to restaurants, from streets to alleys, newspapers, radio, and Soul Guidance Screen were filled with similar words, and the public's emotions had been pushed to the boiling point.
"There have been more and more negative reports about Dou Ling and Star Luo Empire lately," Xie Xie said, his hands behind his head. "Is the Federation really going to take action?"
"If a real war breaks out, it will probably be a protracted conflict," Tang Wulin pondered.
He felt that the current relationship between the Douluo Federation and the other two countries was somewhat similar to that Sun Moon Empire and the Douluo Three Kingdoms Ten Thousand Years Ago.
Back then, the Sun Moon Empire had absolute superiority over the other three kingdoms in terms of national strength, but it still took many years—and that doesn't even take into account the time that the Sea God intervened and delayed.
Today, although the strength of the Douluo Federation far surpasses that of the other two countries, even more so than it was Ten Thousand Years Ago, the three continents are far apart. If the Douluo Federation were to launch an expedition to the other two continents, it would inevitably involve a large and arduous campaign. Even though it has now developed Soul Tool Airplane, air superiority alone is not enough to fundamentally determine the course of the war.
The fleet would need nearly half a year to travel the distance, and there were also the possibility of harassment from Sea Soul Beast in the vast ocean. Logistics, troop rotation, wounded evacuation, and territorial conquest were all enormous challenges. Even if the Federation wanted to fight, it would be difficult to achieve a quick victory.
Xie Xie shrugged upon hearing this. "These things don't concern us for the time being, and we can only offer our moral support to the Federation. They can't possibly conscript us now, can they?"
As soon as they finished speaking, the two stepped into the gate of the Spirit Pagoda and joined Xu Xiaoyan, Wang Jinxi, and others who had arrived earlier. Together, they headed to Huo Yuhao's office.
"Boss, what did you call us over for?" Xie Xie asked casually as soon as he entered the room.
Huo Yuhao sat behind his desk, looked up at them, and said in a calm tone, as if he were saying that the Tenten: "You can join the Blood God Legion later."
"Ah?"
Xie Xie's smile froze on his face, his mouth agape in an "O" shape.
Tang Wulin frowned, looking at Xie Xie with slight surprise.
Is he really going to be drafted into the army?
Xie Xie's verbal skills are getting better and better; he's practically a jinx.
Xu Xiaoyan, Wang Jinxi, and the others were also taken aback. Zhang Yangzi asked in confusion, "Why are we suddenly being asked to join the army? And which legion is the Blood God Legion? I don't know of any of the major legions in the Federation that include the Blood God Legion."
"You're not young anymore, around seventeen years old. Your cultivation levels are either Soul King or Soul Emperor, and you've even started manufacturing Two-Word Battle Armor. You won't learn much more at the academy. Why not graduate early and gain some experience in the army?"
Huo Yuhao first explained his reasons for joining the army, then continued, "As for the Blood God Legion, the situation there is rather special, because they deal with the Abyss Plane, and the specifics are kept secret from the outside world. So it's normal that you don't know."
Huo Yuhao then explained the situation of the Abyss Plane and the Blood God Legion in detail.
"The Abyss Plane is an external enemy from outside the Douluo Plane. Due to the plane's characteristics, the Abyss Creatures within it possess a degree of Undying. They first invaded the Douluo Continent six thousand years ago, and their treacherous intentions have remained Undying ever since—and now, the passage between the Abyss Plane and the Douluo Plane is located in the Endless Mountain Range."
"The Blood God Legion is the Federation legion stationed in the Endless Mountain Range, specifically tasked with guarding the Abyss Passage."
When the group learned about the Abyss Plane and the Blood God Legion for the first time, their expressions varied, but they were all shocked.
Xie Xie's jaw nearly dropped when he heard that the Abyss Creatures were Undying.
I just can't believe such creatures and dimensions exist in this world; it's unbelievable!
Fortunately, they have seen a lot over the years and have even seen gods, which has greatly increased their mental resilience, and they quickly calmed down.
Undying is nothing! Their classmates are gods!
Xie Xie rested his chin on his right hand. "I really didn't expect the Federation to have a hidden enemy—"
To be honest, as he grew older, he witnessed the prowess of the Federation's most powerful figures and even traveled to the Star Luo Federation with an envoy, experiencing their strength firsthand. Over time, he even came to believe that the Federation was invincible. He never imagined that such a formidable opponent was lurking behind them.
"There's no such thing as a peaceful life; it's just that someone is bearing the burden for us." Xu Xiaoyan came back to her senses and sighed.
Huo Yuhao glanced at her, then calmly continued, "The Blood God Legion has guarded the Endless Mountain Range for six thousand years to prevent Abyss Creatures from breaking the seal. Why do you think the Federation has been conscripting soldiers and preparing for war in recent years? It's because the Holy Spirit Cult has cooperated with the Abyss Plane and could help the Abyss invade Douluo Continent again at any time."
"These traitors, they'd even betray their own home planet." Xie Xie snorted angrily, then looked at Huo Yuhao and asked, "So, what are we going to the Blood God Legion for—"
"Participate in the defense," Huo Yuhao said. "Although the Abyss Passage has been sealed, the Abyss Creatures that can come through it are not as strong as they were at the beginning, but their numbers are still considerable."
"Now that the Holy Spirit Cult and the Abyss Plane have cooperated again, the situation there could change at any time. More and stronger Abyss Creatures may appear, so the Federation plans to recruit more people to guard the Abyss Passage."
"You are outstanding juniors of the Spirit Pagoda. Taking this opportunity to gain experience and participate will benefit you all. Moreover, it is your responsibility as a member of the Douluo Federation."
Tang Wulin was silent for a moment, then nodded. "I understand. We will go."
Xie Xie also dropped his playful grin and became unusually serious. "Don't worry, boss, we won't embarrass the Spirit Pagoda."
Xu Xiaoyan asked softly, "When do we set off?"
"The day after tomorrow morning," Huo Yuhao said, "You're not the only ones going to the Blood God Legion Spirit Pagoda time. Go back and pack your things tonight, and you can go with the main force the day after tomorrow."
"Remember, once you reach the Blood God Legion, follow orders and don't act recklessly. If you encounter problems you can't handle, remember to seek help from the seniors in the Spirit Pagoda."
"Yuhao, you're acting like my mom now," Xu Xiaoyan couldn't help but complain.
Huo Yuhao: "----"
This girl actually thought he was being long-winded.
There was a moment of silence in the office. Xie Xie almost burst out laughing, but quickly covered his mouth.
Tang Wulin squinted and chuckled, but noticing Huo Yuhao looking over, his expression changed, and he said seriously, "I understand, Yuhao. We'll be careful when we get there."
At this point, Tang Wulin paused, then asked, "Speaking of which, who is the strongest senior in the Spirit Pagoda of the Blood God Legion?"
When you're in the game, you need connections. Figure out who their backers are first.
"The Smiling Douluo, Hu Jie, a level 98 Super Douluo, Four-Word Battle Armor Master, comparable to the Limit." Huo Yuhao's expression was somewhat strange when he answered.
He was somewhat surprised when he first learned that the third-in-command of the Tang Sect, who was second only to the Passionate Douluo and the Heartless Douluo in the original novel, was actually in the Spirit Pagoda.
But after learning more about it, that surprise turned into speechlessness.
This Smiling Douluo possesses Twin Martial Souls, both of Martial Soul are Body Martial Soul. He was originally a core successor of the Body Sect.
If things had progressed in a step-by-step manner, he should have led the Body Sect to prosperity.
After all, although Twin Martial Souls are not as rare as they used to be in this era, Hu Jie's aptitude is still undeniable. With his talent and the secret techniques of the Body Sect, becoming Limit Douluo was a natural progression.
With the emergence of a Limit Douluo, the Body Sect should surely prosper.
But this is the Douluo Continent!
The Smiling Douluo was in love with the mother of the previous generation's Body Sect Master, Yi Muyue. However, because his Martial Soul was his belly and buttocks, his appearance was different from ordinary people, and he was never popular with women, so he never won the heart of the beauty.
After seeing that Muyue's mother had chosen a disciple of the Body Sect who was inferior to him in both strength and talent but had a normal appearance, the Smiling Douluo left the Body Sect in a state of disheartened disillusionment.
After much searching, he eventually befriended a fellow member of the Spirit Pagoda named Xiong Jun. Seeing that he was troubled by love, Xiong Jun cheerfully gave him a lesson in the ancestral teachings of the Spirit Pagoda.
The effect seems to be alright. After all that effort, it's unclear whether the aftereffects of his heartbreak have been completely eliminated, but it has certainly brought this Smiling Douluo onto the Spirit Pagoda's chariot.
However, Smiling Douluo did not want to meet or interact with any members of the Body Sect. But because the Spirit Pagoda did not develop branches in the Star Luo Empire and Dou Ling in this world, he thought about it and went to guard the Abyss Passage, becoming one of the three Four-Word Battle Armor Masters who were stationed in the Abyss Passage year-round.
Huo Yuhao could only remain speechless at the story of this Smiling Douluo.
I wonder if Professor Muyue knows about these things, and if so, what his thoughts are.
For someone like him who wanted to revitalize the Body Sect, losing a Peak Talent senior uncle over a romance, which also involved his mother, seemed a bit melodramatic, didn't it?
When Tang Wulin and the others learned that there was actually a level 98 Super Douluo in the Abyss Passage, they were secretly amazed by the Spirit Pagoda's profound resources, and also puzzled by Hu Jie's Titled Douluo.
"Smiling Douluo —this Titled Douluo feels really strange." Xie Xie scratched his head. "Could he be a smiling tiger? Is he easy to get along with?"
"As long as you don't violate his taboos, nothing will happen."
Huo Yuhao shook his head, then looked at Tang Wulin, "Wulin, you're already familiar with the function of the Golden Dragon Spear, right?"
Amidst the puzzled gazes of the crowd, Tang Wulin nodded. "Yes, I'm already familiar with it. It can absorb energy and feed it back to me."
Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao immediately replied, "The Golden Dragon Spear can absorb Abyss energy."
"What?!" Tang Wulin was stunned for a moment, then he understood. "The Golden Dragon Spear can solve the problem of the Undying of Abyss Creatures?"
"Strictly speaking, there's no solution. If the Abyss truly wanted to be resurrected, it could still be resurrected. However, the Abyss energy it absorbed would be real, causing it Abyss pain and damage."
"I see." Tang Wulin frowned. "If I use the Golden Dragon Spear in the Abyss Passage, won't I be targeted? Wouldn't it be better if I didn't use the Golden Dragon Spear?"
His first consideration was not the various benefits of absorbing the energy of the Abyss, but the risks.
In the Abyss Plane, Abyss Creatures can be resurrected after death, so the other party won't feel any pain. However, if you use the Golden Dragon Spear to absorb energy, it's like tearing flesh off the Abyss itself.
Will the Abyss spare him?
"Don't worry."
Huo Yuhao cast a mark on Tang Wulin's forehead and smiled, "Use it freely, and kill as many Abyss Creatures as possible. If the Abyss becomes angry and retaliates because of this, it will be a good thing."
Got it, Yuhao wants to go fishing.
Tang Wulin touched his forehead, his mind perfectly clear.
Now there's no need to worry about safety.
but----
"Will the Blood God Legion receive a reward for acting as bait?" Tang Wulin asked Huo Yuhao, his eyes bright.
Although not as obviously as in the original work, he is still a bit of a money-grubber.
Huo Yuhao chuckled, "If you can lure out a Ultimate level Abyss Emperor, I don't know about the Federation, but I can make the decision for the Spirit Pagoda: I'll give you the opportunity to form a contract with a 190,000-year-old Blue Silver Emperor Soul Spirit!"
The office fell silent instantly.
Xie Xie's eyes widened, Xu Xiaoyan covered her mouth, and Wang Jinxi's expression changed.
Blue Silver Emperor is the legendary Martial Soul of Sea God Tang San. It is undoubtedly the most compatible Soul Spirit with Tang Wulin's Bluesilver Grass Martial Soul, not to mention that it is a 190,000-year-old Soul Spirit, which is a treasure that countless people cannot obtain!
Although it's just a chance to form a contract, given Tang Wulin's character and Martial Soul, the Blue Silver Emperor is unlikely to refuse!
Tang Wulin was also stunned.
If he can obtain the Blue Silver Emperor Soul Spirit, his Bluesilver Grass Martial Soul will definitely undergo a fundamental transformation.
He never expected that their Spirit Pagoda would possess the Blue Silver Emperor Soul Spirit, and even more unexpectedly, he himself would have such an opportunity to obtain it.
After a long while, Tang Wulin came to his senses and said with great enthusiasm, "I will definitely lure out an Abyss Emperor of the Limit level!"
For my Blue Silver Emperor Soul Spirit, offer your Life, Abyss Emperor!
Xie Xie out of his daze and, his eyes shining, went to Huo Yuhao's side. "Boss Yuhao, are there any other missions? I can do them too!"
He could also be used as bait; he also wanted that kind of Soul Spirit Contract opportunity.
"Alright, everyone go back and prepare."
Huo Yuhao's gaze swept over him, and he shook his head with amusement.
"If you achieve outstanding results in the battle against the Abyss Creatures, the probability that the Soul Spirit that apply for contracts with you in the Spirit Pagoda in the future, even if they are over Hundred Thousand Years, Soul Spirit agree is not small."
After all, many of the Soul Spirit inside the Spirit Pagoda are over Hundred Thousand Years old and died in the battles against the Abyss Plane. As battle-hardened Soul Spirit, they naturally harbor hatred for Abyss Creatures and are more inclined to favor the spirit masters who killed Abyss Creatures.
The five of them had their eyes light up and were full of fighting spirit as they went home to prepare.