Douluo Continent: The Cataclysm of the Dead - Huo Yuhao

Hearing Xuan Ziwen's words, Huo Yuhao instantly understood the value of this place.

The three of them walked into a building that seemed rather inconspicuous.

However, they discovered that each of the guards possessed the soul power of a Soul Venerable.

The moment Jing Hongchen, the leader, handed over the imperial edict.

The three were then allowed to pass. The elevator then descended.

A futuristic, sci-fi-like space appeared before Huo Yuhao.

Chapter 47 Sun and Moon Offering Hall, Rewards

In Huo Yuhao's previous life, he did visit Mingde Hall once.

However, compared to Mingde Hall, this place is much more futuristic.

In his mind, it once seemed to be a scene from a thousand years in the future.

At the same time, Xuan Ziwen was also somewhat excited, looking around.

You should know that this is none other than the Hall of Worship of the Sun and Moon Empire.

It can be said that it brings together almost all the level nine soul masters of the Sun Moon Empire.

Seeing their surprise, Jing Hongchen simply chuckled.

When he first came, his reaction was even more exaggerated than the other two.

To be precise, apart from an elevator, there are only a few experimental tables here.

But whether it's the overall design style or the soul guides on it.

Each and every one of them made Huo Yuhao almost gasp in shock.

Because, to be precise, these are all soul tools that appeared more than ten years later.

For example, a linked soul guide device on an experimental table, or an aerial survey soul guide device.

There are also other entities similar to Subject One.

Overall, it's more like a simplified version, somewhat similar to the armor worn by members of the Sun Moon Empire's Soul Master Legion later on.

Strictly speaking, it can be considered the earliest prototype of battle armor.

Almost every table contained a soul tool that would later become a strategic item for the Sun Moon Empire.

It's just casually placed here.

Furthermore, this is an extremely spacious hall, and even these scattered experimental tables only occupy a small portion of it.

The largest of these is the core table, or rather, the experimental table.

A strange, silvery-white cube floated there, connected to countless pipes around it. The slight amount of power emanating from it surprised Huo Yuhao.

That was none other than the fusion of the power of heaven and earth and the power of space.

However, in his memory, this was something that only beings with a hybrid nature could access, and even among later beings, it was only the level 10 soul tool Silver Moon Divine Light Shield, Kong Deming's natal soul tool, that could activate this ability.

Unexpectedly, even though Kong Deming hasn't fully broken through to level ten, this thing is already capable of gathering the power of heaven and earth to manipulate space.

Then, when Huo Yuhao looked up, he found Kong Deming standing on the second floor.

Looking at himself with a slightly benevolent smile.

Led by Jing Hongchen and Xuan Ziwen, Huo Yuhao also arrived at the second floor.

A hint of helplessness welled up in Kong Deming's eyes as he looked at Huo Yuhao.

"Yuhao, there are some things you probably already know. I'm sorry, but this is the best choice for you..."

To be honest, for Kong Deming...

He would naturally feel proud that such groundbreaking technology came from his own apprentice, but because of the need to protect it, he couldn't let his apprentice enjoy this pride. Instead, he, as the master, had to acknowledge it. Although this seemed reasonable, he would always feel somewhat ashamed, as if he had taken away his own apprentice's achievement.

Huo Yuhao, however, seemed to ignore those words and took the initiative to change the subject.

"Master, what about those things down there?"

Kong Deming was well aware of what Huo Yuhao was trying to say.

After chuckling softly, he looked down and said slowly, "These things cannot be displayed in large quantities at the moment."

"Yes, the military will begin large-scale experiments in a while. With your qualifications, it won't be difficult for you to get in here."

After Kong Deming finished speaking, he looked at Xuan Ziwen and couldn't help but offer a word of advice.

"Ziwen, if you can settle down for a few more years, you can probably consider making a move."

These words made Xuan Ziwen clench his fists tightly.

His excitement was palpable.

Huo Yuhao, on the other hand, couldn't help but stroke his chin and start thinking.

If Xuan Ziwen had entered this place even once, he probably wouldn't have been able to abduct the other party even if he had used that kind of skill back then.

How could this not be considered an unexpected twist of fate that rewrote destiny and made Xuan Ziwen even more loyal to the Sun Moon Empire?

After that, Kong Deming didn't waste any more words.

He took the initiative to speak up: "Yuhao, however, regarding this reward, you can take a level nine soul tool, and there will be no limit to the rare metals you will receive afterward. Of course, a fixed-mount soul tool cannon is not allowed."

Just how valuable are these two sentences? Even for Xuan Ziwen, who is hailed as the ninth level among the eighth level, the amount of rare metals in Mingde Hall is actually limited each month.

In the Sun Moon Empire, only level nine Soul Masters have no limit on the number of Soul Masters.

This is equivalent to giving Huo Yuhao the resources and treatment of a level nine soul master in advance.

They presented him with another level-nine soul tool, leaving even Huo Yuhao somewhat stunned.

He himself probably almost forgot just how incredibly valuable these technologies are.

For the original three kingdoms on the continent, this was a revolutionary event; for the Sun and Moon Empire, it was a boon that could accelerate its development.

Based on this alone, it wouldn't be excessive to even bestow upon him the title of honorary elder.

"Well, I don't need a soul tool for now. I'll mention it to you, teacher, later."

After Huo Yuhao realized what was happening, he chuckled and refused.

Kong Deming couldn't help but rub Huo Yuhao's head.

Then, Deming casually waved his hand, and two people suddenly appeared in an elevator nearby.

"Let's take them to rest for a while."

After the two servants nodded in agreement, Huo Yuhao and Xuan Ziwen also looked at each other with some reluctance, taking one last look at the place.

As the two left, Kong Deming's gaze suddenly turned back to the experimental table.

You should know that even in their early stages, these things are generally not shown to others casually. This time, he wanted Huo Yuhao to see what the most advanced technology of the Sun Moon Empire should look like.

Jing Hongchen's expression was also somewhat strange at this moment. After hesitating for a while, he finally spoke and handed over a document.

"Master Kong, what you suppressed before has now been completely suppressed."

Kong Deming held the documents in his hand and nodded silently.

And these were none other than Jing Hongchen, who had conducted an investigation long before Huo Yuhao enrolled in school or even before he became Kong Deming's own.

After discovering that the Star Luo Empire had issued an arrest warrant for Huo Yuhao.

It took them almost two years, involving connections, to gradually suppress the arrest warrant.

Unfortunately, this arrest warrant was originally issued by the Duchess of the Duke's Mansion, who is also Princess Xingluo.

"I should thank them."

Looking at the documents in his hand, Kong Deming spoke with a mocking smile.

After gesturing for Jing Hongchen to step back, a hint of obsession appeared in his eyes.

"It seems that we can make some adjustments to that item as well..."

Chapter 48 The Sun and Moon Empire's Genius Competition

Led by a regular guide, we arrived at a nearby upscale restaurant and rested for a while.

With Jing Hongchen's return, the three of them also returned to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.

However, the next day, Huo Yuhao saw Hongchen and his sister at the entrance of the laboratory.

He wasn't surprised, as the two of them would often come to see him.

Now, he has officially passed the Level 3 Soul Master exam.

He became the youngest Level 3 Soul Master in the Sun Moon Empire.

Xiao Hongchen would also come to him every day to spar.

By the way, it's worth mentioning that their cultivation was not affected at all. In fact, they reached the Soul Master level ahead of Huo Yuhao and have already obtained their third Soul Ring.

However, what Meng Hongchen said this time took Huo Yuhao by surprise.

"Yuhao, do you want to participate in the Genius Competition?"

"The Genius Tournament?"

These words filled Huo Yuhao's eyes with confusion, and he couldn't help but subconsciously ask a question in return.

Xiao Hongchen, standing to the side, merely coughed lightly and spoke slowly.

"Since you're new here, you don't know much about this place. Let me explain it to you."

"Basically, besides the continent-wide elite soul master competition, other empires also hold some internal competitions to select geniuses."

"Our Sun Moon Empire is holding a genius competition this time. The reason is very simple. In previous years, the military would select candidates in advance. There was a shortage of talent, but usually the selection would be made from within the academy. But this time is different."

"The academy has proposed to open another department called the Department of Real-Controlled Soul Guidance, in order to recruit students in this field."

"So the plan is to hold this competition throughout the entire empire. Most importantly, both Soul Masters and Soul Guidance Masters can participate in this competition. Furthermore, the future actual control Soul Guidance system will mainly involve melee Soul Masters combining Soul Guidance Devices in combat."

"However, this is an experiment conducted by the academy. Although it will belong to us Soul Masters in the future, Soul Masters still occupy a significant position today."