Chaos Heavenly Emperor Art

Sure enough, Bei Mingwu was caught in an intense internal struggle, clenching his fists so tightly that his nails were almost digging into his palms.

He suddenly looked up at Ling Feng, the hesitation in his eyes gradually replaced by a do-or-die determination: "Lord Tianmu Divine Throne... can you really help me to condense the divine office of the 'Ancient Star God' lineage?"

Ling Feng met his gaze and said decisively, "I, Long Fei, swear to the heavens that as long as Brother Jun Shen sincerely cooperates and stands wholeheartedly on my side, I will definitely help you successfully condense the divine office of the Primordial Star God lineage!"

He paused, then continued, "If anyone disobeys, may Heaven punish them and Earth forsake them!"

Of course, it was Long Fei who made the oath, what does it have to do with me, Ling Feng!
Bei Mingwu stared wide-eyed at Ling Feng. When he chose to follow Metatron, Metatron only said that he would help him seize the divine office if he had the chance in the future, which was just an empty promise.

But this Lord Long Fei before me dared to make such a sincere oath.

In comparison, it's immediately obvious who is sincere.

dong dong!

Bei Mingwu's heart pounded wildly, but he remained silent for a long time.

Silence, a deathly silence, permeated the hall, with only Bei Mingwu's heavy breathing clearly audible.

Freya narrowed her eyes and continued, "Head of the Northern Underworld Academy, you must understand that even if you obtain a divine office elsewhere, whether it can be integrated or whether it matches your own nature is another matter. But the method of condensing divine office within the Primordial Star Spirit lineage is undoubtedly the most suitable for him. Moreover, it will consume Long Fei's own star veins. Even so, are you still hesitating?"

With that, Freya pretended to be annoyed, stood up and grabbed Ling Feng's arm, "Forget it, since the head of the Beiming Academy doesn't mean it that way, let's leave, so we don't get in the way of you."

Ling Feng smiled; this young woman really did have the makings of a negotiation master.

He nodded and, following Freya's suggestion, clasped his hands in a salute to Bei Mingwu, "In that case, Brother War God, I shall take my leave now!"

"Wait...wait!"

Bei Mingwu almost jumped up on the spot.

The opportunity was within reach; if he were to let it slip through his fingers, he would likely regret it deeply.

"Lord Long Fei!"

He took a deep breath, as if he had made up his mind, straightened his robes, and then bowed deeply to Ling Feng!
"Your subordinate, Bei Mingwu... is willing to lead the Bei Ming Military Academy to follow Lord Tianmu! From this day forward, we will follow your lead without question!"

This bow signifies that the important force of the Northern Underworld Military Academy has officially sided with Ling Feng!
at last!

A glint flashed in Ling Feng's eyes. This old bastard has finally fallen for the trap!

With a great weight lifted from his heart, Ling Feng smiled and quickly stood up to help Bei Mingwu up: "Brother Military God, no need for such formalities! From now on, we are family!"

As he spoke, he raised his hand and gently patted Bei Mingwu's left shoulder, helping him to directly activate a total of seven star meridians.

Then, he gently touched Bei Mingwu's forehead and passed on his abridged version of the "Star God Creation Technique" to Bei Mingwu.

This Star God Creation Technique can also help him actively condense star veins, but the difference is that these star veins need to be based on the star vein that Ling Feng passed on to him.

In other words, Ling Feng's own Star God Creation Technique is the condensation of star veins.

Bei Mingwu's method, however, is to nourish the meridians, not for himself, but to help the main meridian cultivate its branch meridians.

When Ling Feng needs it someday, he can simply extract the star veins that Bei Mingwu has painstakingly condensed and use them for his own purposes.

It could be described as a rather "insidious" technique, but Ling Feng felt no guilt whatsoever in using it to trick that old bastard Bei Mingwu!

"Thank you, sir!"

Bei Mingwu stood up and expressed his deepest gratitude.

The seven star veins within his body are comparable to those of an ordinary second-level divine officer.

As long as he continues to cultivate according to the "Star God Creation Technique" passed down to him by Lord Longfei, he can reach the first-level divine position after opening the forty-nine star meridians.

In addition, his meticulously developed weapons and top-notch combat equipment further enhanced his divine status.

He was confident that, given time, he would surely have a place among the Ten Gods!
He clenched his fists and bowed to Ling Feng, saying, "From this day forward, Lord Long Fei, you will directly control the highest authority of the Beiming Military Academy. Even the highest research institute, as long as I can obtain the authority, you will also enjoy it!"

Become!

Ling Feng gave Freya a grateful look, meaning "Well done!"
If it weren't for the goddess of wisdom reminding him, he wouldn't have been able to defeat Bei Mingwu so easily.

Freya, on the other hand, beamed with delight, as if to say, "That goes without saying!"
Now that the Northern Underworld Military Academy has surrendered, not only has the clue to the Supreme Research Institute been found, but his influence within the Divine Court will also be greatly enhanced.

In the future, there might be another opportunity to use the military power of the Beiming Military Academy to ruthlessly stab the Judgment Council in the back!
“Very good! I have seen Brother Military God’s sincerity.”

Ling Feng patted Bei Mingwu on the shoulder, "We'll discuss the specific details later. As for your divine office, just focus on cultivating the 'Star God Creation Technique' that I taught you. With your talent, Brother Military God, it probably won't be long before you reach the level of a first-class divine office."

"Thanks to your guidance, sir!"

Bei Mingwu's attitude was now completely different, filled with respect.

"In that case, Brother War God, could you take me to the Supreme Research Institute to find out more?"

Ling Feng narrowed his eyes and smiled, then cut to the chase without beating around the bush.

"of course can!"

Bei Mingwu nodded repeatedly, “The Supreme Research Institute is also divided into the Outer Institute, the Middle Institute, and the Inner Institute. The Outer Institute is responsible for various military and combat readiness research and development departments, the Middle Institute is responsible for various life potential research departments, and the Inner Institute is responsible for the core research and development departments related to the origin of divinity and the origin of life.”

After a pause, Bei Mingwu continued, "As the head of the Bei Ming Military Academy, I have direct control and jurisdiction over the outer and middle courtyards. However, I only have the authority to guard and protect the inner courtyard. Nevertheless, I can still learn about some of the situation to some extent."

"Oh?"

Ling Feng's gaze narrowed slightly. Without needing to think too much, the research he and Yu Bingqing had conducted when they were transferred to the Supreme Research Institute must have been sealed away in the inner courtyard.

However, once you can get into the highest research institute, the rest will not be difficult.

"Then I'll have to see for myself!" Ling Feng said with a faint smile.

"Of course!"

Bei Mingwu raised his hand in a gesture of invitation, "My lord, please follow me!"

...Under Bei Mingwu's personal guidance, Ling Feng and his group left the main hall, passed through several heavily guarded passages, and arrived at an area deep within the Bei Ming Military Academy that was shrouded in an independent energy barrier.

Suddenly, a breathtaking view unfolded before them: rows of futuristic, silver-white buildings stood side by side, countless figures in white lab coats busily worked in front of various precision instruments, and holographic data streams floated in the air, displaying a variety of complex formulas and structural diagrams.

This is the outer courtyard of the Supreme Research Institute, which is mainly responsible for the research and development of new weapons and equipment.

"My lord, please take a look."

Bei Mingwu pointed to a huge open testing ground, where several imposing giant mechs, some tens of meters tall, were conducting coordinated combat tests, with laser cannons and spirit particle super projectiles intertwining to form a devastating firepower network.

"This is our latest 'Titan IV' heavy assault mech, equipped with a new type of spirit reactor and composite armor. Its individual combat capability is comparable to that of a Level 2 Cleric!"

Ling Feng glanced over and nodded slightly.

Next, Bei Mingwu showcased a series of projects, including the "Falcon" high-speed reconnaissance aircraft and the "Fortress" mobile defense platform, all of which embody the pinnacle of Bei Ming Military Academy's technology.

Ling Feng outwardly expressed his approval, but inwardly he grew increasingly grave.

The military technology level of the Beiming Military Academy far exceeded his expectations, which meant that if it were to directly clash with the Judgment Council in the future, the various skeletal beings and intelligent guards developed by this highest research institute alone would be enough to form a very powerful fighting force.

Even though the Chaos Temple has now absorbed a large number of believers, if a real war were to break out, the casualties would likely be heavy just from breaking through the defenses of the Northern Underworld Military Academy.

Shortly after, they passed through an iris scanning gate that required multiple levels of authorization and entered the central court area.

The atmosphere here is completely different from that of the outer courtyard; it has less of the coldness of metal and more of the vitality of life.

A faint smell of disinfectant and strange energy fluctuations filled the air.

Inside a huge, transparent culture tank, various exotic biological tissue samples are immersed, some still pulsating slightly. Researchers operate sophisticated microscopic instruments and gene sequence editors, conducting various experiments to stimulate and modify the potential of life.

"The Intermediate People's Court mainly focuses on the development of life potential and genetic engineering."

Bei Mingwu explained, "The aim is to push the limits of life and create even more powerful warriors. For example, this project—"

He pointed to a huge incubation tank in which a humanoid creature with bulging muscles and covered in dark scales floated. "We are trying to fuse gene fragments of certain powerful mutated annihilation beasts with the genes of excellent warriors to cultivate 'beast soldiers' with stronger physical strength and regenerative abilities."

Ling Feng frowned slightly, and Freya and the other two women also showed expressions of disgust.

Bei Mingwu seemed to sense their emotions and quickly changed the subject, pointing to another area: "That's the energy life form stabilization project over there, and this is the neural link and mental stimulation project..."

While listening to the introduction, Ling Feng discreetly observed his surroundings.

Suddenly, his gaze was drawn to a relatively isolated laboratory in the distance.

The laboratory sign prominently displays the name "Godslayer Weapon" research and development project.

Ling Feng was no stranger to the so-called God-Slaying Weapon.

The Silver Cloth that Brian's adoptive father, Old Hector, took out earlier, and the Radiant Gold Cloth he was wearing, were the results of the development of the God-Slaying Weapon.

However, back then, old Hector took the only golden armor out of the Northern Underworld Military Academy, and then began a life of running away and hiding for decades.

He had mentioned his background to Ling Feng before, but he never expected that old Hector was actually a researcher at the Supreme Research Institute.

Ling Feng had indeed experienced the power of the Radiant Gold Cloth.

As expected of the research and development achievements of the Supreme Research Institute!
He asked casually, "Head of the Northern Underworld Academy, what is this 'Godslayer Weapon'?"

Bei Mingwu followed Ling Feng's gaze, a hint of regret on his face: "Reporting to Your Excellency, this project was one of the core technologies that the Central Academy promoted decades ago. Unfortunately, the main research members of the project defected with the core data, causing the project to stagnate. To this day, we have not been able to fully overcome the key technical challenges of energy stability and consciousness compatibility."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "So far, the Godslayer Weapon has only developed to the level of the Silver Cloth, and it is still far from the ultimate form, the Radiant Gold Cloth."

"Ah."

Ling Feng nodded calmly. If this guy knew that the only golden holy armor in the world was on his body, he wondered what he would think.

Of course, Ling Feng wouldn't be foolish enough to reveal his Radiant Gold Cloth.

Given the concealment of the Golden Cloth, unless Ling Feng deliberately exposes it, no one can detect it.

Soon, Ling Feng and his group finished touring the central courtyard. Ling Feng nodded seemingly in satisfaction, then changed the subject casually, asking, "The outer and central courtyards are indeed as renowned as they are. But I wonder what the most mysterious inner courtyard is like? I am quite curious about that."

Upon mentioning the inner courtyard, Bei Mingwu's expression immediately turned serious. He lowered his voice and said, "My lord, the inner courtyard is a rather special case. Although it is located at the deepest part of the research institute, its core database and highest authority are directly controlled by Lord Siyou. Although I am the head of the institute, I only have the authority to guard the outer perimeter and provide some logistical support. I cannot access the core research content."

Ling Feng nodded slightly.

It seems I was outmaneuvered and underestimated the secrecy of this top research institute.

However, the more this is the case, the closer we get to the final truth.

He has now been able to enter the Supreme Academy, which is a big step forward. The rest must be done step by step, and we must not rush it.

He suppressed his excitement and said calmly, "That's true, but after all, the Supreme Research Institute is part of the Beiming Military Academy. Shouldn't there be backups or records of the relevant research data and information?"

Bei Mingwu gave a wry smile: "All information related to the inner courtyard is indeed archived in the research institute's central database, but it has been encrypted by Lord Siyou with extremely high access requirements. Even subordinates can only access some basic personnel entry and exit records and material allocation lists; the core content is completely inaccessible."

Database encryption!
A glint flashed in Ling Feng's eyes.

As long as the data is still in the Beiming Military Academy's database, things are fine.

Suddenly, a figure appeared in Ling Feng's mind.

That was Night Owl, the genius hacker who recruited the Howling Wind Adventurer Group back in the Third City of Calamity.

He once teamed up with Night Owl to directly steal the top-level database of the Judgment Academy Library in the Third Calamity City, thereby obtaining information about "Divine Radiance".

Given Night Owl's abilities, with his help, cracking the data encryption in the Northern Underworld Military Academy's database shouldn't be difficult.

As it happens, Night Owl is also currently in the small world inside the Eastern Emperor Bell, with the members of the Martial Alliance.

Once the opportunity arises, Night Owl can be tasked with breaking the inner courtyard's information encryption, and the truth will naturally come to light. (End of Chapter)