Douluo: The Peerless King of Beast Tamers

Chapter 285 Undercover
Zhou Sichen gently stroked the level seven soul tool badge that shone with a faint blue light with his fingertips. The runes flowing on the metal surface seemed to contain the trajectory of the stars.

This creation, which combines the sophisticated soul-guiding technology of the Douluo world with modern thinking from the previous life, is not only a crystallization of technology, but also a testament to the collision of wisdom across time and space.

Although constrained by the rules of the fantasy world, many modern concepts could not be fully replicated, but he took a different approach and achieved groundbreaking innovations in soul power resonance and energy conversion.

Xuan Ziwen's breathing suddenly became rapid. As the youngest level eight soul master in Mingde Hall, he had long been accustomed to all kinds of exquisite soul tools, but at this moment he was as excited as an apprentice who was encountering a soul tool for the first time.

His trembling fingers traced the surface of the badge, and the unique energy circulation design made his pupils contract sharply. This completely broke the energy transmission logic of traditional soul tools!

Long-dormant passion surged through his veins, as if he had returned to that late night when he first disassembled a soul tool in his youth, and his desire for the unknown spread like wildfire.

"Such an ingenious idea..." Xuan Ziwen murmured to himself, his eyes filled with amazement and greed.

Zhou Sichen smiled knowingly, his slender fingers deftly retracting the badge and storing it in his soul tool.

This soul tool is no longer of much use to Zhou Sichen, but it is enough for Xu Jiujiu to defend herself.

Xuan Ziwen suddenly looked up, his eyes gleaming with fervent light: "Could you share your production ideas with me? The price is negotiable! Just name your price, and I'll pay whatever it takes..."

“Teacher Xuan, you should know the value of this soul tool better than I do,” Zhou Sichen interrupted.

"Besides, as you can see, this is only a semi-finished product. If it can be further improved..." He deliberately left the sentence unfinished, watching Xuan Ziwen's expression change from expectation to seriousness.

The air seemed to freeze instantly. Xuan Ziwen's smile froze on his face, and his eyes turned icy: "Aren't you afraid I'll use my position to make things difficult for you? For the next three years, your studies, research, and even your life will be under my control!"

Faced with the threat, Zhou Sichen showed no fear whatsoever. Instead, he took a step forward, and his aura suddenly surged.

His gaze was like a sharp blade, piercing straight into the depths of Xuan Ziwen's eyes: "Teacher Xuan, would you really do such a despicable thing?"

Though her voice was soft, it carried a chilling pressure: "Besides, do you think I'm someone who can be easily manipulated?"

Xuan Ziwen was shocked. The confidence and composure emanating from this young man were completely unlike what a student should have.

Those calm eyes seemed to hold a wisdom that saw through everything, making him unconsciously want to avoid the other person's gaze.

After a brief silence, Xuan Ziwen suddenly burst into laughter, the gloom on his face vanishing: "Good! Well done, Zhou Sichen! He truly lives up to his reputation! He is indeed worthy of being the successor of the Sea God Pavilion Master."

He extended his hand, a hint of appreciation in his eyes. "Then tell me, how can you share this research with me? I'll teach you everything I know about soul tool making, without reservation! How about it?"

Seeing Zhou Sichen still shaking his head, Xuan Ziwen gritted his teeth, a resolute glint in his eyes: "Or, exchange it for my research results! I have several exclusive technologies at Mingde Hall, as long as you agree..."

“Teacher Xuan’s offer is indeed tempting,” Zhou Sichen interrupted, his expression serious. “But in my opinion, some things are more important than technology, such as one’s stance. If you belong to one of the three original empires…”

Upon hearing this, Xuan Ziwen's eyes lit up, because he was indeed not a native of the Sun Moon Empire, but rather a member of his father's generation who came to the Sun Moon Empire from the Heavenly Soul Empire.

But Xuan Ziwen quickly realized something was wrong; this guy's words were full of attempts to win him over.

However, the Soul Guidance Technology level of the original three great empires was far inferior to that of the Sun Moon Empire, and his dream was to become the top Soul Guidance Master.

Only the Sun Moon Empire possessed the advanced soul-guided technology to support his ideals.

Otherwise, who would be willing to be in an enemy country?
Xuan Ziwen sighed, "If you want me to join Shrek Academy, then forget it."

"On the mainland, only Mingde Hall can provide me with sufficient research directions and funding. Although Mingde Hall cannot teach me anything, it has the best research conditions. Although your Shrek Academy is very strong in the field of Soul Masters, it is far behind in this aspect."

Zhou Sichen smiled and said, "That's a pity. However, Mingde Hall's soul guidance technology is indeed the best on the continent. But who said that you can't join Shrek Academy just because you're in Mingde Hall?"

As he spoke, Zhou Sichen corrected him, "Moreover, the students don't want Teacher Xuan to join Shrek Academy, but rather to return to the original three great empires. Shrek Academy was originally part of Douluo Continent, after all."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Ziwen raised an eyebrow: "You know about my background?"

Zhou Sichen replied, "It's not surprising. I've investigated all the known Soul Masters in Mingde Hall, not just Teacher Xuan. I just didn't expect it to be such a coincidence that you, Teacher Xuan, would be my mentor."

As a genius in the field of soul tools, Xuan Ziwen was also extremely intelligent. After Zhou Sichen's words, he understood the meaning behind them.

Looking at the calm and confident smile on Zhou Sichen's face, Xuan Ziwen couldn't help but ask, "But based on just this research, are you so sure I can agree to your request?"

Zhou Sichen smiled confidently: "It's not just about the research on this soul-guided transforming robot; I also have many other ingenious ideas."

"As long as Professor Xuan is willing to become one of us, then all my research and plans can be shared with Professor Xuan unconditionally, how about it?"

Hearing these words, Xuan Ziwen had a peculiar feeling, as if this guy had come specifically for him.

How come it seems like the other party has all my weaknesses in their hands?
Most importantly, the conditions proposed by Zhou Sichen did not cause him any loss; at most, he would go from being a research genius at Mingdetang to an undercover research genius.

For him, nothing seemed to have changed.

However, Xuan Ziwen also knew that the conditions proposed by Zhou Sichen seemed mild, but in reality, they were meant to make him a double agent without his knowledge.

If he agrees to Zhou Sichen's request now, the secrets of the Sun Moon Empire will surely be leaked from him in the future.

After that, if his undercover identity is discovered, he will still lose everything he has now.

"Aren't you afraid I'll pretend to agree and then turn around and report you to the dean?" he asked hoarsely.

“If the teacher truly had such determination, he wouldn’t have shown interest in the design of the soul tool just now.” Zhou Sichen’s eyes held a knowing smile.

"Moreover, teacher, you know better than anyone that once you've seen some techniques, it's hard to pretend you didn't see them."

Zhou Sichen seemed to have guessed Xuan Ziwen's concerns and said with a smile, "Moreover, Teacher Xuan can rest assured that I will not make things difficult for you unless there are special circumstances."

"Professor Xuan only needs to ensure that the research I give you will not be leaked to the Sun Moon Empire. As for the things of the Sun Moon Empire, Professor Xuan can teach you what he can talk about. As for what he can't talk about, even if Professor Xuan teaches it, he won't take it out of this laboratory. How about that?"

Zhou Sichen had already said so much, so Xuan Ziwen had no reason to refuse.

But what he couldn't understand even more was why Zhou Sichen had set such conditions.
Was it just so he could help me complete his research? If so, then he must be far more remarkable than me.

Xuan Ziwen hesitated for a moment, then nodded: "If it's as you ask, I really have no reason to refuse you. I can even tell you everything I know. But I hope you can consider my feelings and not make me lose my current position in Mingde Hall." "It's not that I covet power and wealth, but my current position allows me to have more time and resources to research soul tools."

Zhou Sichen smiled faintly: "Don't worry, Teacher Xuan, I will keep quiet about anything that risks exposing your undercover identity."

Upon hearing the words "undercover agent," a look of astonishment flashed across Xuan Ziwen's face.

In less than two hours of spending time with Zhou Sichen, he went from being the youngest level eight soul master in Mingde Hall to an undercover agent.

But Xuan Ziwen did not doubt what Zhou Sichen said. For some reason, he inexplicably believed the young man's words.

Perhaps it was because of the exceptional talent the other party had just displayed? And also because of his status and position?

Having already promised Zhou Sichen, Xuan Ziwen smiled again: "Now can you tell me? And why are you so exceptionally talented..."

Zhou Sichen was actually quite surprised by Xuan Ziwen's rapid change and his talkative questions.

Because he discovered that the process of abducting people seemed to be going much more smoothly than he had imagined.

Do you agree?
Although Zhou Sichen still harbored some doubts, he was naturally happy with the outcome.

With a genius who is expected to become the youngest level nine soul master joining the team, how could Zhou Sichen possibly give up?
After all, one of his purposes in coming to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy was to meet Xuan Ziwen.

However, Zhou Sichen still did not fully reveal his secrets to Xuan Ziwen. On the surface, he still possessed the Holy Dragon Martial Soul and his original Martial Soul.

That's right, now he has an additional physical martial soul.

As for revealing his true martial soul to Xuan Ziwen, it was because the power of the Ultimate Flame came from the Three Transformations of Heavenly Flame.

Moreover, even if Xuan Ziwen knew about his original martial soul, he would keep it a secret for him.

Not only is his true martial soul a secret, but Zhou Sichen's Soul Master level after being tested by Xuan Ziwen is also publicly known as Level 6. Although he is exceptionally talented, it is not yet astonishing.

As for why he did this, Xuan Ziwen, who had become an undercover agent, had naturally already guessed.

This was because it was he who took the initiative to suggest that Zhou Sichen hide his talent; otherwise, the exposure of a level seven soul master at the young age of fourteen could have truly brought about his death.

After a friendly exchange, Xuan Ziwen was completely impressed by Zhou Sichen. The shock this young man brought him was far greater than he had imagined.

After listening to some of Zhou Sichen's ingenious ideas, Xuan Ziwen felt more and more that his decision was correct.

This was a future he had fantasized about before but had never actually planned, and he didn't even dare to imagine the future forms of many soul-guided technologies.

Xuan Ziwen is a soul mentor with a natural talent for creation, and he is completely unable to extricate himself from Zhou Sichen's promises.

Zhou Sichen snapped his fingers, and the ever-changing core transformed into a crystal cube. Countless points of light burst forth from his palm, piecing together a holographic projection in the air.

Within the holographic projection, there are soul-guided armors that can self-repair using soul power, energy storage devices that can absorb special energy, and even auxiliary soul-guided devices that can simulate the characteristics of various martial souls...

A "virtual reality battlefield" built on the foundation of a soul power network, soul guide communicators capable of cross-regional synchronous transmission, and even simple soul guide production lines that can be mass-produced...

These design drawings, far exceeding the current level of technology, flowed in the light and shadow, and every detail made Xuan Ziwen's breath catch in his throat.

These are all soul tools conceived by Zhou Sichen, combining existing soul tool technology with his own various applications and understanding of soul tools.

Just as Zhou Sichen and Xuan Ziwen were having a lively conversation, Xu Jiujiu had already completed his level six soul tool.

She looked at Teacher Xuan, who had been quite aloof not long ago, now discussing soul tool design with Zhou Sichen, and couldn't help but marvel at Zhou Sichen's charm.

Is this the charm that appeals to both men and women?

In just a few hours, he managed to turn Teacher Xuan into a buddy.

Xu Jiujiu didn't rush to interrupt the two, but just listened quietly, occasionally expressing his surprise at Zhou Sichen's designs.

Time slipped away quietly amidst the intense clash of ideas, and Xuan Ziwen's knuckles, gripping the sketchpad, turned white from the force.

The pencil doodles messy yet inspired lines on the paper, sometimes frantically jotting down notes, sometimes frowning in deep thought.

Zhou Sichen used holographic projection as a canvas, outlining complex energy circuits and innovative structures in the air with his fingertips, while constantly uttering concepts such as "adaptive charging matrix".

When the two finally stopped, the laboratory's electronic clock had quietly ticked past an hour.

Xuan Ziwen felt his throat was so dry and painful that he realized he hadn't even had a sip of water.

He stared at the sketches covering the table and the still-floating projection in the air, his eyes filled with fascination and awe.

Meanwhile, in the corner, Xu Jiujiu quietly curled up on the lab chair, long forgotten by the two of them.

She looked at the two who were still immersed in their concept of soul tools, shook her head helplessly, and silently got up to pour them two glasses of water.

On the other side, the Soul Master level assessments for He Caitou and Huo Yuhao were also released.

Both of them maintained the same Soul Master level, but both surpassed their own Soul Power level, reaching a level beyond the first rank of Soul Master.

He Caitou used four rings to create a level 5 soul tool.

Huo Yuhao used two rings to create a level three soul tool.

Although Mo Xuan has five rings, the soul tool he made barely reached level three, but this is also because he has not been using soul tools for long.

The other five students from Shrek Academy also maintained the same Soul Master level as before, easily passing the test.

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