Chapter 618: I Am Here to End the Heavenly Soul Empire
Du Busi sat on a brown wooden chair, leaning against its backrest. He swept his gaze across the gathered elders and vice sect masters before speaking calmly, "Recently, the Sun-Moon Empire invaded the Star Luo Empire. His Majesty dispatched the Heavenly Soul reinforcements to aid them. Given the current situation, we should make preparations in advance.
That's why I have convened this internal meeting of the Body Sect today. If anyone has any thoughts, feel free to speak openly. The outcome of this discussion will be reported to His Majesty, and it will impact the entire Heavenly Soul Empire."
As the sect master of the Body Sect, he naturally had the authority to say such things.
After all, the Body Sect currently had eleven powerhouses at the Titled Douluo level or above. Most of them were Titled Douluo, with only a few Super Douluo, but even so, they were powerful enough to influence the entire Heavenly Soul Empire.
It wasn't just about their numbers the Body Sect's secondary awakenings gave them an immense edge!
Put simply, if the Body Sect opposed something, even if the Heavenly Soul Emperor personally pushed for it, it would be difficult to carry out. Thus, the emperor highly valued the Body Sect's opinions.
Vice Sect Master Golden Body Douluo Jin Peng spoke up, "Sect Master, why don't we launch a surprise attack on Mingdu? If we force the Sun-Moon army to retreat, it will relieve the pressure on the Star Luo Empire.
No matter what, while the three Douluo nations have their internal conflicts, our interests align when it comes to resisting the Sun-Moon Empire.
As the nation's guardian sect, we should stand with the Heavenly Soul Empire. As the saying goes, 'When the lips are gone, the teeth will feel the cold.' If the Star Luo Empire falls to the Sun-Moon Empire, our burden will be far greater."
As a Rank 96 Super Douluo, Jin Peng's status within the Body Sect was second only to Du Busi. Naturally, his words carried great weight.
The other elders began discussing, offering their own views and suggestions.
A tall elder said, "Vice Sect Master, I disagree. While the three Douluo nations and the Sun-Moon Empire are enemies, the Sun-Moon army hasn't even set foot on Heavenly Soul territory yet. His Majesty's decision to send reinforcements to the Star Luo Empire is already generous enough.
A surprise attack on Mingdu is not a wise move. Rank 10 Soul Engineer Kong Deming is likely in Mingdu, and he once captured Xuanzi even while the latter was burning his life force. He is incredibly powerful and difficult to deal with. If we launch a surprise attack, the Body Sect will suffer heavy losses."
Another elder, with tanned skin and a full beard, added, "Exactly. There's no need to risk attacking Mingdu. It could bring unnecessary harm to the Body Sect. Thanks to Senior Xiao's soul spirit technique, our sect is thriving. We should focus on preserving our strength and cultivating talent.
In my opinion, we should recall the Heavenly Soul reinforcements. If necessary, we can negotiate with the Sun-Moon Empire and sign a non-aggression pact. Let them deal with the Star Luo Empire instead.
After all, if the Star Luo Empire faces a true crisis, the powerhouses from Shrek Academy will surely step in to protect them. We can just sit back and watch them fight."
Jin Peng glanced at the bearded elder and said, "Elder Zhao, before you joined the Body Sect, your parents were killed by the Star Luo army. I understand your deep hatred for the Star Luo Empire.
But you must realize that the Sun-Moon Empire is far too ambitious. Even if they sign a non-aggression pact with us, once they defeat the Star Luo Empire, they could tear up the agreement at any time and launch an invasion against the Heavenly Soul Empire!
In the short term, withdrawing from the conflict may seem beneficial to the Body Sect. But in the long run, the damage it would cause us is immeasurable."
Elder Zhao snorted coldly but said nothing more.
The other elders continued to voice their opinions. While they didn't support Jin Peng's plan for a surprise attack on Mingdu, most of them agreed that the Body Sect should provide some assistance to the Star Luo Empire.
After all, the saying "When the lips are gone, the teeth will feel the cold" was something they all understood.
Du Busi withdrew his gaze from the group and said in a deep voice, "Alright, in that case, we will "
Suddenly, footsteps echoed from outside. His words were abruptly cut off as everyone turned to look toward the door.
A figure dressed in a black robe and wearing a mask stepped forward slowly.
Behind him, a pitch-black spatial rift slowly sealed itself.
It was Huo Yuhao.
He had originally planned for Elder Yi to teleport him directly to the Body Sect, as Elder Yi had recovered significantly and could now use spatial travel to get him there swiftly.
However, Electrolux had dismissed the urgency, saying there was still time. He assured Huo Yuhao that if they were running late, he could always accelerate the process. As a result, their journey turned into a blend of traveling and learning Electrolux taught Huo Yuhao space-based magic as they moved.
As the Child of Light, Electrolux had fused the ancient necromancer's legacy with the power of light, demonstrating extraordinary mastery over spatial magic.
Although Huo Yuhao was exceptionally talented, he couldn't master everything instantly. He spent time on the journey absorbing a portion of the modified spatial magic techniques that Electrolux had adapted for him.
To make learning easier, Electrolux had converted these techniques into versions that consumed soul power and spiritual energy rather than relying solely on magic.
"Senior Xiao!" Du Busi immediately rose from his chair and walked over quickly.
The other elders followed suit.
After all, the soul spirit technique he had introduced was critical to the future of the Body Sect.
"Sect Master Xiao, have you come to help our disciples obtain soul spirits?" Du Busi asked, puzzled by his arrival.
It had been a long time since Huo Yuhao last visited the Body Sect, and some of their members were now in need of new soul spirits.
Huo Yuhao shook his head and said bluntly, "I am here to end the Heavenly Soul Empire."
As soon as these words left his mouth, everyone's faces filled with shock.
Du Busi even wondered if he had misheard.
In his understanding, Huo Yuhao was a benevolent individual. How could he say something like this?
"You must be joking, Senior Xiao," Du Busi said in disbelief.
"Joking?" Huo Yuhao sighed. "Du Busi, let me assure you I am completely serious."
"Did the Body Sect do something to offend you?" Du Busi asked, still bewildered.
Huo Yuhao's voice was firm. "You have indeed made some mistakes such as lacking true devotion. But no, you have not angered me.
I have come to end the Heavenly Soul Empire to lead you all toward a brighter future.
This is not just beneficial for the Body Sect it is good for all the people of the Heavenly Soul Empire."
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