0p0 Chapter 569 The Soul Fusion Array is About to Be Completed
Chapter 569 The Soul Fusion Array is About to Be Completed
Chapter 569 The Soul Fusion Array is About to Be Completed
Less than 80 kilometers from Baiyun City lies a once tranquil bamboo forest. Hidden within this forest is a secret realm, a training ground for newly promoted individuals. However, within a single month, this area outside the bamboo forest has been completely transformed into a massive camp.
Countless civilians, family members, and soldiers are stationed here, busy yet orderly. More than a third of the empire's top healers are gathered here, working day and night to maintain the operation of numerous healing arrays.
Currently, the number of people in the camp who have become parasites of the Spirit-Eating Beasts has exceeded 300,000, and this is just the tip of the iceberg. Across the entire empire, the number of Spirit-Eating Beast parasites is even more staggering.
In response, the royal family mobilized urgently, allocating all resources to deal with the crisis. Their goal was to ensure the safety of every parasite and minimize casualties.
Hong Jishi, Lin Zhenzi, Yi Qianjue, Feng Anzai, and others sat around a long table, their faces etched with worry. Outside, King Situ Liang strode in and joined their discussion.
These people were among the most powerful and influential figures in the Divine Dragon Empire. They gathered together to discuss the current situation.
Situ Liang said in a deep voice, "We are nearing our limit and cannot tolerate any more parasites."
“Yes, the number of people in various provinces and cities who have been parasitized by spirit-eating beasts has exceeded 800,000, and our medical system is already overwhelmed,” Feng An said with deep concern.
"Moreover, it's not just our country; parasites of spirit-eating beasts have appeared in countries all over the world one after another," Yi Qianxing added. "Various forces are blaming us and demanding an explanation from us."
Hong Jishi slammed his fist on the table in anger: "What explanation do you want to give them? Didn't they secretly send our citizens out themselves? We haven't even settled accounts with them yet!"
"They want an explanation from us? That's ridiculous!" Hong Jishi said indignantly.
Recently, turmoil has been brewing within the Divine Dragon Empire. Unable to obtain accurate information, various factions have begun to sabotage the country in secret. They have even secretly smuggled people parasitized by the Spirit-Eating Beasts out of the country, resulting in the Spirit-Eating Beasts being scattered.
Although Hong Jishi and others tried their best to retrieve them, the spirit-eating beasts had already spread to the outside world, causing considerable trouble.
Yi Qianjue said worriedly, "If they unite, it will be a big problem for us. Although they encountered the Spirit-Eating Beasts later, the outbreak of the Spirit-Eating Beasts is already unstoppable, and they probably won't last long."
Chu Yaoshen took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "I have already discussed this matter with Hong Shen. Once our Soul Fusion Array is successful, I will provide them with the modified Soul Fusion Potion formula so that they can refine it themselves to fight against the Spirit-Eating Beasts." Yi Qianjue frowned and said, "Wouldn't doing this create many more geniuses for them?"
The Medicine God Chu smiled and shook his head: "Don't worry, the formula I gave you has been modified. It can only kill spirit-eating beasts, and they cannot obtain a trace of soul power from it."
The long-term research on Chu medicine nerves has finally yielded some breakthroughs.
Hearing Chu Yaoshen's explanation, everyone was relieved.
Hong Jishi added, "This formula is extremely precious and cannot be given away casually. We need to sell it for a good price and exchange it for some resources."
“That’s right, sell them for money to exchange for resources!” Hong Jishi’s words were immediately agreed upon by everyone.
The Divine Dragon Empire has spared no effort and consumed a great deal of resources for this plan. Now is the perfect time to recoup the investment and replenish the national treasury.
"Teacher, I'm back!" Jiang Chen's voice rang out at the door, and then he flew in. "General Jiang!" Everyone in the room greeted Jiang Chen, their tone full of respect and equality.
Jiang Chen's feat in the Heavenly Mountain Divine Palace instance has spread throughout the entire empire, and no one doubts whether he can become a god-level powerhouse in the future.
In terms of both rank and strength, Jiang Chen is already on par with them. Coupled with his youth and talent, it's only natural that he will surpass them in the future.
Such a person naturally becomes someone they eagerly seek to befriend.
Jiang Chen also clasped his hands in greeting to everyone: "Greetings, seniors, and Your Majesty."
Hong Jishi looked at Jiang Chen, his eyes gleaming with anticipation: "Jiang Chen, the Soul Fusion Array is almost ready. How confident are you about this operation?"
No one knows the details of this secret mission better than Li Xueru. He is not only the planner of the plan, but also the executor of the key steps in it.
Secondly, there is Jiang Chen. As an indispensable part of the mission, he is also very familiar with the ins and outs of the entire mission.
Jiang Chen answered without hesitation, "I have full confidence."
Hearing Jiang Chen's confident answer, the burden on everyone's hearts seemed to lighten somewhat. This mission involved too many aspects; if they failed, they would undoubtedly become sinners in history.
Hong Jishi slammed his hand on the table and said firmly, "Alright, then it's up to you. Old Li should be done soon too; we just need to hold on for one more day."
"Yes," Jiang Chen replied.
After discussing some details, everyone dispersed. Only Hong Jishi, Jiang Chen, and Lin Zhenzi remained in the room.
Seeing that everyone had left, Lin Zhenzi lightly flicked his finger, and a soundproof barrier appeared in the room. He did this because he clearly had something important to say.
“The old man has indeed lost contact. I also tried to contact Jiang Yi, but his soul realm is no longer within the dungeon hall,” Lin Zhenzi said in a deep voice.
He paused for a moment, then turned his gaze to Jiang Chen. "As for Jiang Chen's sister, I also cannot contact her."
Jiang Chen's heart tightened, but he quickly calmed down and asked, "Teacher, did you seek out Fan Huang and Yi Shen to deal with any possible unforeseen circumstances?"
Hong Jishi nodded, his gaze fixed on the distant mountains outside the window. "Some time ago, a wisp of the Demon Emperor's will attempted to invade our territory. With the Demon Emperor's power, it should have already detected our plan."
“If it really decides to attack us regardless of the consequences, it will be a disaster,” Hong Jishi continued. “And the old man is the key to our fight against the Demon Emperor. Now that he has lost contact, I am very worried.”
“Besides that, there’s the Dragon Emperor. As one of the strongest beings on this continent, it’s impossible that it’s unaware of our actions. But it hasn’t taken any action yet, which makes me uneasy.” Jiang Chen knew that Hong Jishi’s concerns were not unfounded. Their plan concerned the safety of the entire continent, and they could not afford the slightest mistake.
He thought for a moment and comforted him, "Teacher, don't worry too much. Who knows, God already knows all this and is secretly protecting us."
"When the Demon Emperor's will came last time, wasn't it annihilated by the God of Righteousness a thousand miles away? Perhaps the God of Righteousness has been resurrected and is silently protecting us somewhere."
Despite Jiang Chen's words, Hong Jishi still felt uneasy. He knew that this challenge was far more severe than they had imagined.
"No matter what lies ahead, we have no way back; we can only forge ahead." Hong Jishi's gaze was resolute, and his tone revealed an unquestionable determination.
"The Soul Fusion Array will be activated tomorrow, or at the latest the day after." He looked at Jiang Chen, his eyes full of trust and expectation. Jiang Chen nodded and said in a deep voice, "Teacher, please rest assured. We have made full preparations, and we will surely win this battle."
"Victory is certain!" Hong Jishi responded in a deep voice, his voice echoing through the night sky, full of power.
As night fell, the starry sky shone brightly, as if cheering on the upcoming battle. Jiang Chen sat atop the Soul Fusion Array in the center of the camp, feeling the surging power within it.
Although he wasn't a formation master, he felt as if he had merged with the great formation, clearly perceiving every subtle change within it. He closed his eyes, focusing his mind on feeling and familiarizing himself with this great formation that was about to change the entire battle.
Meanwhile, Jiang Chen was making final preparations. He knew that both the Demon Emperor and the Dragon Emperor might intervene in this matter. They were powerful beings, possessing power far beyond what ordinary people could imagine.
"Demon Emperor, Dragon Emperor, if you dare to come, I, Jiang Chen, will show you what true power is!" Jiang Chen silently vowed, his eyes flashing with unwavering determination. He took out the remaining six Law God Crystals, one of his trump cards. According to Hong Jishi, Law God Crystals contain the power of laws, a power that only high-level gods can wield.
Jiang Chen believed that these Law Crystals would play a crucial role at critical moments. He planned to use them to create powerful elemental liches, adding strength to the battle.
In addition, Jiang Chen has another trump card—the corpse of the God of Poison. This is a complete divine corpse, containing immeasurable power. If it were detonated during battle, it would undoubtedly unleash astonishing destructive force.
However, Jiang Chen still harbored a lingering worry. He thought of his older sister, Jiang Ruo, wondering where she was. If she were to appear, perhaps he could obtain a portion of her soul power, providing an advantage in the battle.
"But with Emperor Fan around, my sister's safety shouldn't be a problem." Jiang Chen prayed silently, hoping that Jiang Ruo would return safely.