novelhk Chapter 199 Breaking Through Technological Barriers
Chapter 199 Breaking Through Technological Barriers
Chapter 199 Breaking Through Technological Barriers
Just as the scene was getting more and more chaotic, a series of orderly footsteps suddenly came from outside the laboratory.
"I apologize for disturbing the enjoyment of you princes."
A troop of royal guards in golden armor filed in.
The captain, who was in charge, bowed respectfully to the princes and said, "By order of Master Kong, Lin Gongfeng needs to go to the Hall of Worship to participate in an important research meeting. Please forgive him, Your Highnesses."
Xu Tianjing's smile froze for a moment before returning to normal: "Since it is Elder Kong who has summoned me, I naturally dare not delay."
"Master Lin, research is of utmost importance. We'll continue another day. Your Highness, wouldn't you agree?"
He turned to the side and finally pushed Xu He, who had been like a background figure, to the front.
Xu He's robust physique appeared somewhat hunched at this moment, and his imposing presence seemed extremely strained amidst the surrounding princes.
He forced a smile: "Please do as you wish, Minister Lin. National affairs are of utmost importance."
Huo Yuhao gave Xu He a meaningful look.
If Tianmeng hadn't given Xu He psychological suggestion, he probably wouldn't have displayed his Sun Martial Soul during the Great Chaos Battle. If he had, he would probably have been killed the moment he returned to the Sun Moon Empire.
But his current situation is clearly not good either; he has become a puppet pushed to the forefront by the princes.
Huo Yuhao didn't say much, but simply clasped his hands in a respectful bow to Xu He.
"Thank you for your understanding, Your Highness and the princes. I will take my leave now."
Under the protection of the royal guards, Huo Yuhao passed through the princes with different expressions and soon arrived at the Hall of Worship.
Upon seeing Huo Yuhao enter, before Kong Deming could even say anything, Wang Changming immediately grabbed Huo Yuhao's arm and began to shower him with concern.
He was afraid that Huo Yuhao would be frightened by the imposing manner of those princes.
"Nephew, did those people cause you any trouble?"
Wang Changming gently patted Huo Yuhao's shoulder: "If they dare to play any tricks, I'll personally go and have a word with them!"
Kong Deming watched Wang Changming, who was holding onto Huo Yuhao and nagging incessantly, without interrupting him. Wang Changming didn't have many years left to live, and his family's soul tool technology had no successor, not even Wang Yiheng.
Now that he has met a genius like Huo Yuhao, he is eager to impart all his knowledge and skills to him.
Therefore, Kong Deming did not want to be the bad guy and interrupt Wang Changming's enthusiasm for Huo Yuhao.
"Don't worry, Elder Wang, the princes are just being a little too enthusiastic."
Huo Yuhao responded while subtly observing the other offerings in the offering hall.
Several unfamiliar faces appeared in the ancestral hall this time.
Wang Changming introduced Huo Yuhao to everyone.
Unbreakable Douluo Zheng Zhan, Starry Sky Douluo Ye Yulin, Fire Phoenix Douluo Luan Feng, and Blade Soul Douluo Liao Mengkai.
These are all renowned ninth-level Soul Masters in the Sun Moon Empire, important figures who are rarely seen in public.
They were all gathered together, their eyes fixed intently on Huo Yuhao.
"I called you here today to give you a big lesson."
Kong Deming slowly began, "Each of us, as ninth-level soul masters, will use our unique skills, combined with the characteristics of your Ice and Fire Creation Furnace, to tailor a cultivation plan specifically for you."
"We won't cram everything into your head like a cramming machine; we'll only teach you the concepts and then let you figure them out and develop them on your own."
Kong Deming's words startled Huo Yuhao.
This means he will come into contact with the core of the Sun Moon Empire, and even their most secret and powerful skills.
Even without getting to know their core principles, simply understanding them is invaluable to Huo Yuhao.
To mobilize these people, perhaps only Kong Deming has the prestige and influence to do so.
But these alone are not enough.
In the past few days, Wang Changming has been working tirelessly on this matter, even resorting to using the personal connections he has accumulated over the years.
"My dear nephew," Wang Changming said, holding Huo Yuhao's hand with a kind look in his eyes, "I have lived for over 120 years and have never seen anyone as gifted as you."
"You absolutely must make the most of today's lesson."
"You don't need to worry about the banquets from the two princes; I'll take care of them for you."
An expression of disbelief appeared on Huo Yuhao's face.
"I am truly flattered and dare not disappoint the high expectations of my seniors."
He bowed deeply, his voice trembling slightly with excitement, his performance perfectly timed.
Wang Yiheng took the first step, and behind him appeared 365 densely packed Heavenly Net Pearls.
Blazing Heavenly Net, a level nine soul tool created by Wang Yiheng.
If we include the level 9 fixed-position soul-guided cannon shells, the Blazing Heavenly Net ranks between tenth and twelfth among level 9 soul-guided devices.
Every Heavenly Net Pearl in the Blazing Heavenly Net is under Wang Yiheng's control, and he himself is the core of the Blazing Heavenly Net array.
"Brother, watch closely!"
With a roar, Wang Yiheng caused the 365 Heavenly Net Pearls to suddenly arrange themselves into an extremely complex formation in the air.
"The essence of the Blazing Heavenly Net lies in forming a surface from a point, and then using that surface to create an array."
"Each Heavenly Net Pearl is both an independent soul tool and a part of the whole."
"The key lies in energy resonance."
Wang Yiheng's voice was thunderous.
Huo Yuhao stared intently at the exquisite array of soul tools, even having Ilex intervene to conceal the fluctuations of his mental detection, imprinting every trace of energy flow from the Blazing Heavenly Net into his mind.
He could clearly sense a peculiar resonance among these Heavenly Net Pearls, like a well-trained army, with every movement perfectly synchronized.
Huo Yuhao had a vague understanding that if he mastered the resonance principle, he might be able to control hundreds of soul tools at the same time in the future.
Kong Deming saw through Huo Yuhao's inner thoughts and said, "That's why we only teach you the concepts."
"Everyone's martial soul has different characteristics, so the development direction of their soul tools will naturally vary greatly."
"Apart from soul tools like fixed-mount soul-guided cannon shells, every level nine soul tool is unique and bears a deep personal imprint."
"What you need to do is draw inspiration from our ideas and create your own path, rather than simply imitating them."
Wang Changming said earnestly, "Nephew, don't think it's too early for you to get involved in these things."
"The earlier you are exposed to these top-level concepts, the more solid your foundation will be."
"Because you are on a completely new path, you need broader experimentation to support your innovation."
"With the Ice and Fire Creation Furnace here, the only thing limiting you is your soul power level."
"The Ice and Fire Creation Furnace is a divine artifact in the field of soul tools. With it, your future will be smooth sailing."
Huo Yuhao absorbed the concepts of these top-tier soul masters like a sponge, including the Unbreakable Divine Shield, the Sun and Moon Divine Needle, the Phoenix Wings Soaring in the Sky, and the Demon God Blade.
Among these people are soul masters like Zheng Zhan, who combines martial soul and soul tool, soul masters like Liao Mengkai, who integrate martial soul into soul tool, and people like Wang Yiheng, who advances on two paths simultaneously.
Huo Yuhao's pupils reflected the light and shadow of these soul tools, and all sorts of inspirations surged into his mind.
Each demonstration by a level nine Soul Master was like opening a brand new door for him.
"Old Yi."
Finally, Huo Yuhao closed his eyes and pretended to comprehend: "I need you to return to the Heavenly Soul Empire immediately and tell the Body Sect and the Soul Forging Research Institute all the knowledge I have acquired in the past few days."
"The sooner they come into contact with this knowledge, the better their chances of winning will be."
Electrolux's voice echoed in the Niwan Palace: "I understand."
"However, if I leave, your disguise—"
Huo Yuhao replied, "It's alright. I'll be in seclusion in the Sun Moon Empire from now on. As long as I don't reveal too much of my original abilities in front of them, given their current trust in me, no one will suspect anything."
"Now I am surrounded by spies from the Hall of Worship, Xu Tianran, and Prince Riyue. Therefore, Elder Yi, you can only temporarily abandon your physical body and leave in the form of a pure spiritual body."
Electrolux said, "That's nothing. My soul is now strong enough to withstand such damage."
Inside the Niwan Palace, Huo Yuhao quickly exchanged details of the plan with Electrolux.
Actually, the person most suitable to leave and deliver the message right now is Tianmeng.
However, Tianmeng left her two bodies in Tiandou City.
Tianmeng couldn't explain how she obtained this information after returning home.
Huo Yuhao, dressed in his robes, fell into deep thought, his brows furrowed slightly, as if he were truly digesting and absorbing these top-tier soul guidance concepts.
"Esteemed seniors."
Huo Yuhao bowed deeply: "I have been exposed to too much at once and need to go into seclusion for a period of time to comprehend it."
Kong Deming said, "The meditation room in the offering hall is available for your use, and the necessary supplies will be delivered on time."
"I'll turn down those invitations for you. You can focus on your meditation and enlightenment."
Huo Yuhao bowed solemnly once again, and then, under the watchful eyes of the other devotees, slowly walked into the meditation room.
Only now did he begin to truly comprehend those soul guidance concepts.
As he inscribed the imprints of his memories into his Niwan Palace, he also added his own insights into it.
Five days passed in this manner, and Huo Yuhao, dressed in his finery, summoned his servants to bring him metal.
The moment the attendant arrived, Electrox transformed into a gray stream of energy and silently entered the back of his head.
Electrolux said he could emulate Tang Hao and split his soul.
However, Huo Yuhao rejected the proposal.
He said that Electrolux's soul had finally recovered to its current state thanks to the nourishment of the Martial Scripture and the Gold of Life, and it really couldn't be tormented again.
With Tianmeng watching over me, ten seconds in the Great Dream Corridor is enough to suppress any unrest below the level of a god.
Electrolux then left with peace of mind.
When Electrolux returned to Tiandou City, both Du Busi and Xue Heng looked puzzled.
"High Priest, where is Yuhao?"
Electrolux replied, "Yuhao has gone into hiding in the demiplane under the pretext of seclusion within the Sun Moon Empire, so you don't need to worry about his safety."
"These things are the core secrets of the soul tools that Yuhao has obtained in the Sun Moon Empire."
Electrolux raised his hand and waved it, and countless points of light condensed in mid-air, transforming into extremely complex drawings covered with dense text.
Huo Yuhao brought back all the information he had come across during this period through Electrolux, including the design concept of the level nine soul tool, the layout and structure of Mingde Hall, and the core principles of various soul tools.
Du Busi and Xue Heng exchanged a glance, both seeing shock in each other's eyes.
The value of this information is immeasurable!
"High Priest," the two said in unison, "please return to the Sun Moon Empire as soon as possible and bring Yuhao back."
Electrolux shook his head: "It's not the right time yet. Yuhao isn't willing to come back."
He then explained the current political landscape of the Sun Moon Empire to Xue Heng and Du Busi in detail.
Xue Heng looked at the several meters thick blueprints in front of him and was shocked by the level of trust Huo Yuhao had gained in the Sun Moon Empire.
These things are precisely the most important things for the Heavenly Soul Empire to break through the bottleneck of soul tool technology.
In terms of the foundation of soul tools, thanks to the teaching materials passed down by Huo Yuhao, as well as the spirit fox and the Heavenly Soul students of the Soul Guidance Department of Shrek Academy, the Heavenly Soul Empire can be said to be the strongest in the Douluo Three Kingdoms.
However, the Heavenly Soul Empire has always struggled to make a breakthrough in the field of high-end soul tools.
The information that Huo Yuhao has entrusted Electrolux to bring back will completely change this situation.
"Yuhao has suffered too much for the Heavenly Soul Empire."
Xue Heng took a deep breath: "Poison Master, please trouble you to carefully inspect the Shrek City ruins."
"If necessary, we will even invite the Snow Emperor to conduct an inspection together."
"As long as I am certain that there are no obstacles there, I will immediately begin construction and transform the Lima Plain into the fiefdom of Duke Yuhao Qinglong."
Previously, Xue Heng had planned to wait until Dou Ling was defunct in name only, and then, based on his merit in destroying the country, bypass the Duke and directly crown Huo Yuhao as a king of a different surname.
But now it seems that Huo Yuhao's contributions to the Heavenly Soul Empire have far exceeded expectations.
Xue Heng then turned to Ilex: "High Priest, please return to Yuhao's side as soon as possible and tell him that whatever support he needs, the Heavenly Soul Empire will do everything in its power."
Electrolux nodded slightly, then raised his hand again, and dozens of sealed jade bottles appeared on the ground.
"This is a pill used by the Sun Moon Empire to enhance its strength."
"Yuhao has already used the Transformation Qi Refining Furnace to eliminate the side effects, so the people of the Heavenly Soul Empire can take it with peace of mind."
"However, the problem of drug resistance is something that the chemical refining furnace cannot solve."
"Yuhao has been focusing his energy on the soul tool during this period and hasn't had time to analyze its prescription."
Xue Heng didn't say much, but turned around and bowed deeply in the direction of the Sun Moon Empire.
Electrolux's figure gradually became ethereal: "I must get back to Yuhao's side as soon as possible."
"Remember, this information is currently top secret and can only be accessed by the most core researchers."
Just as Electrolux's figure disappeared, a series of hurried footsteps came from outside the door.
"Your Majesty! Sect Master!"
Jin Peng rushed here without even informing the palace guards.
"Bai Ming and Wang Yanfeng, they...they created the first piece of Soul Metal with their fists!"
"Heart Soul Metal truly possesses spirituality! It can even generate unique properties!"
"We did it!"
"Hey, these blueprints."