Chapter 557: The Sea God's Divine Rank Breakthrough Plan
Of course, since the Spirit Pagoda had been developing in secret, very few people in the Three Douluo Nations knew about it publicly.
However, many were aware of it in the shadows.
After all, soul spirits provided an immense boost to a soul master's power.
To anyone who sought to advance further on the path of cultivation, obtaining a soul spirit was an unmatched temptation.
And the "Fate Altering Technique", which granted ordinary people soul power, sparking their ability to cultivate
Had caused a massive underground craze among commoners.
No ordinary person wanted to be stuck at the bottom of society forever.
Who wouldn't want to become a powerful soul master?
But the real reason the upper echelons of the Three Douluo Nations still hadn't discovered the Spirit Pagoda
Was not because every member was perfect at keeping secrets.
After all, in this world, people came in all kinds.
Even with strict rules, it was impossible to ensure that every single person would stay silent.
In truth, it was because of contracts
Contracts created by Electrolux.
His technological and magical innovation far surpassed that of Tang San, the so called "Tang Buddha".
But to support Huo Yuhao's vision, this humble master, who cared little for fame, chose to let his disciple take all the credit.
This helped Yuhao establish his authority within the Spirit Pagoda.
Although setting up contracts and renewing them was a tedious process,
It ensured safety.
After all, if Tang Buddha ever became greedy for the faith power generated by the Spirit Pagoda…
If he personally intervened,
The Spirit Pagoda would simply become "Tang's Pagoda",
And Tang San would rewrite history, falsely claiming he invented soul spirits.
Though the rules of the Divine Realm restricted Tang San,
As one of the Five Divine Kings,
He still had loopholes to exploit.
Even if Tang San crossed the line, would the God of Destruction really kill him?
No.
At most, it would be like in "Divine Realm Legend"
Where the God of Destruction sealed Tang San's powers and locked him away somewhere.
The Exiled Shrek Students & Their Revenge
Meanwhile, the Shrek students who had dropped out and joined the Spirit Pagoda had one simple demand:
Power.
The Spirit Pagoda provided soul spirits and powerful soul tools,
Allowing them to grow stronger
So they could avenge their murdered families.
Without strength, revenge was just an empty dream.
And most importantly
The Spirit Pagoda was willing to fight evil soul masters.
Of course, the former Shrek students weren't naive.
They wouldn't blindly believe some Spirit Pagoda official who simply claimed they fought against evil soul masters.
What truly convinced them
Was the elite group of soul masters with Angel Martial Souls sent by the Spirit Pagoda.
Angels vs. Evil Soul Masters: A Natural War
It was well known that Angel Martial Souls had natural holy power that greatly suppressed evil soul masters.
Moreover, Angel Martial Souls could absorb and purify evil energy to strengthen themselves.
Because of this, angel type soul masters were constantly hunted by evil soul masters.
These two factions had been sworn enemies since ancient times
Like fire and water, they could never coexist.
The fact that the Spirit Pagoda had recruited so many Angel Martial Soul users proved
That it was irrevocably opposed to the evil soul masters.
Coupled with the many benefits the Spirit Pagoda provided,
The former Shrek students were willing to join,
Become citizens of the Sun Moon Empire,
And pursue their revenge.
Even though the outside world believed that the Holy Spirit Cult was gathering in the Sun Moon Empire,
For these vengeful students,
Becoming Sun Moon citizens actually made it easier to infiltrate and kill their enemies.
Sun Moon Academy's Expansion
Meng Hongchen withdrew her gaze from the new students below, smiling brightly.
**"Junior Yuhao, let's go.
"I'll take you to see my grandfather.
"He can petition His Majesty to allocate funds from the treasury
"So we can build a new campus for all the incoming students.
"This kind of initiative benefits both the nation and its people.
"I'm sure the Emperor will approve."**
Huo Yuhao nodded.
"Alright."
Divine Realm – The Sea God's Hall
Mist drifted over the Divine Realm.
Inside the Sea God's Hall,
Tang San sat upon a towering divine throne, dressed in his golden Sea God attire, his face filled with melancholy.
Even now, he still hadn't reconciled with Xiao Wu.
He didn't understand.
The same Xiao Wu who once loved him so deeply…
Who was willing to sacrifice herself for him…
Why had she become so distant?
Hadn't he only split up Xiao Qi's soul for her own good?
After all
Only children who endure hardships can grow strong.
Only by experiencing pain and suffering could they have a brighter future.
And besides
Most people would dream of receiving such "special treatment" from him.
Other people don't understand my wisdom, fine.
But Xiao Wu?
She should understand me better than anyone.
He had sacrificed so much for this family.
Yet Xiao Wu resented him over this trivial matter?
Refused to come home?
Tang San clenched his fists.
Deep down, he began to resent her as well.
He was already being targeted by the God of Destruction.
His plans were constantly obstructed.
He was filled with frustration and rage.
In the past, Xiao Wu would have come to comfort me…
Fine.
I'll deal with her later.
For now
It's time to harvest the faith power from the lower realm.
Let's see how much I can collect today.
Tang San's Divine Rank Breakthrough
Time in the Divine Realm moved differently.
One Divine Realm day equaled one Douluo Continent year.
To quickly elevate his Sea God rank,
Tang San harvested faith power from the mortal world once per Divine Realm day.
Through the Sea God's Divine Authority,
He instantly absorbed all the faith power meant for the Sea God
And channeled it into his divine rank.
Behind him, a seven layered golden blue halo shone brilliantly.
The entire hall was bathed in oceanic light.
Waves seemed to crash against the walls,
And the sound of surging tides echoed through the chamber.
As he absorbed more faith power,
A faint eighth halo began to appear.
Tang San's expression filled with excitement.
If he could fully solidify this eighth halo,
It would mean he had reached the level of a "Half Step God King."
But soon
The faith power ran out.
Tang San's face darkened.
"…Not enough."
"…I need more."
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