Douluo Continent: My Martial Soul is the Black Dragon, I am the Lord of the Gods

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“Not enough time…” Xuanming dispelled the power of faith in his hand.

First of all, he had no interest in the power of faith; he had already broken through level 100, and this thing couldn't help him at all.

Moreover, acquiring sufficient faith power is not something that can be done overnight; it is a process of accumulating little by little. The sea god and the angel god both accumulated the faith power of countless people over thousands of years to reach that amount. He doesn't have that kind of leisure.

Moreover, his position makes it unsuitable for him to do such a thing.

To be honest, the most suitable person to do this right now is...

A thousand feet of snow.

As the successor of the angel god, she naturally inherited the angel's faith.

Creating a faith from scratch is much more difficult and less efficient than reviving an existing one.

However, given his current relationship with Qian Renxue, getting her to cooperate with such a thing is nothing short of wishful thinking.

If Qian Renxue were to find out that Gu Yuena was the ruler of all soul beasts, she might go crazy and launch a "soul beast extinction" campaign to retaliate against him.

trouble……

"What's wrong?" Gu Yuena walked in.

Xuanming looked at Gu Yuena and a new idea came to his mind.

As the ruler of all soul beasts, Gu Yuena certainly has ways to rally the faith of the soul beast race. She should also be able to help soul beasts contribute their soul rings before they die.

If Gu Yuena were to become the spokesperson for the Spirit Empire again...

Xuanming explained his vision—to build a soul ring circulation system based on the power of faith—and his idea that Gu Yuena would participate as a representative of soul beasts, and even become the image spokesperson of the Martial Soul Empire.

However, after listening attentively, Gu Yuena's silver-purple eyes revealed a solemn expression. She slowly shook her head, directly expressing her opposition.

“Xuanming, your idea is very… grand, even revolutionary. However, the matter itself is inappropriate. Or rather, the method you chose is problematic.”

“First of all, the power of faith isn’t played like that.” Gu Yuena’s tone became serious. “The gathering of the power of faith is a manifestation of the rules of the universe, and it follows specific cause and effect. It’s not like if you push someone to the forefront and give them some publicity, the power of faith will automatically gather on that person. The key is what you do, not what you say.”

She pointed out the window: "Over the past year, the changes in the Martial Soul Empire, the introduction of soul guidance technology, the improvement of people's livelihoods, and even the temporary peace on the border—these tangible changes all originated from you. You were the one leading the way, providing the ideas and military support. Therefore, the faith that those people who have benefited from this and pray for stability will naturally converge on you. This is the rule, and it cannot be forcibly transferred."

“If you push me out now and claim that all of this is my doing,” Gu Yuena shook her head, “you might fool some people in the short term, but a lie is still a lie. Once someone questions it, or the truth is revealed, faith will collapse rapidly, and it might even backfire. Rebuilding trust then will be much more difficult. It’s not worth it.”

Xuanming frowned slightly, admitting that Gu Yuena made sense. Faith does indeed need a foundation; it cannot be fabricated out of thin air.

"So, who do you think is suitable?" Xuanming asked.

Gu Yuena pondered for a moment: "Poseidon is definitely not suitable. She is the High Priestess of Seagod Island and has no connection with the people of the mainland. Her sudden appearance will only arouse fear and suspicion. As for me... my identity as the Lord of Soul Beasts is even more sensitive, and it is absolutely not appropriate to reveal it at this stage."

Her gaze turned toward the direction of the Papal Palace: "The most suitable candidate is actually Bibi Dong."

“She is the Empress of the Spirit Empire, the ultimate implementer and symbol of all policies. The changes the people see, whether it's the strictness of the laws or the widespread use of soul tools, are ultimately due to the Empress's diligent governance. It is right and most likely to gain the recognition and trust of the common people to have her as the representative and core of this ‘Soul Ring Cycle System’.” At Gu Yuena's suggestion, Xuanming and she found Bibi Dong, who was reviewing memorials.

After listening to Xuanming's more complete vision and his suggestion that she should be the core of the faith, Bibi Dong put down the dossier in her hand, a hint of confusion flashing in her purple-gold eyes: "Why not you? You are the source of these changes and the force that supports them. Wouldn't it be more direct for you to carry this faith?"

Xuanming's answer was simple and direct: "I don't have that much free time."

He helped set the direction, provided key technical support, and used force to remove obstacles when necessary—that was his limit.

Asking him to handle government affairs, appease the people, and maintain the system day after day, like Bibi Dong, is impossible.

He didn't have the patience, nor did he want to be tied down by such trivial matters.

Bibi Dong looked at his nonchalant "hands-off" attitude with some helplessness, but she could understand.

Xuanming's personality is not suited to business or management, so asking him to do these things is indeed asking too much of him.

She pondered for a moment, a complex light flashing in her eyes, and slowly said, "If we have to choose a spokesperson... I suggest considering Qian Renxue."

Upon hearing this, both Xuanming and Gu Yuena were slightly taken aback.

Bibi Dong continued, "In terms of politics and military affairs, this empire is based on me, the Empress. In terms of future development and core technologies, you, Xuanming, are in charge. The two of us have already occupied the most important positions. We can't... leave nothing to Qian Renxue."

Her voice carried a hint of weariness and a mother's tenderness: "Whether it's to make up for what she's been through or to find her something meaningful to do in the future, so she has something to rely on... she's the most suitable person for this."

"She is the successor of the Angel God, and is naturally very compatible with the power of faith. The Angel God already has a considerable amount of faith among the people, especially in the Tiandou Empire region. It is fitting for her to take over this system aimed at redemption and cycle, and she will be more easily accepted by some of the people."

“Moreover,” Bibi Dong looked at Xuanming, her eyes deep, “letting her participate in this constructive cause that concerns the future of the continent might… help her step out of the shadows of the past and find a new direction. It’s better than letting her remain immersed in hatred and… her obsession with you.”

Xuanming was speechless.

After going around in circles, the problem has returned to its starting point.

Bibi Dong's purpose was clear: she still hoped that Xuanming could be the one to pull Qian Renxue back from the edge of light and darkness, just as he had pulled her out of the corruption of the Rakshasa God back then.

But these are two completely different things!

Let him talk to Qian Renxue? Talk about what? Persuade her to let go of the hatred for her father's murder? Persuade her not to care about her shameful background and the root of her tragedy?
Tell her, "The world is a wonderful place, and you should look forward."
This hollow comfort was laughable even to himself.

He couldn't bring himself to say it, and he knew it was pointless.

He knew better than anyone else Qian Renxue's deepest desires and emptiness.

What she wanted was never some vague mission or faith; what she wanted was him, Xuanming! He was completely hers, belonging solely to her!
If he could satisfy her obsession, it might indeed fill the huge emptiness in her heart and allow her to stop clinging to the darkness of the past.

But is this possible?
Obviously it is impossible.

This is precisely the fundamental reason why he used such a resolute and cruel method to "break up" with her—because he couldn't give her the one and only thing she wanted.

To discuss cooperation now, or to ask her to embody any beliefs, is nothing short of wishful thinking, and might even provoke her further, triggering an even stronger backlash. (End of Chapter)