Douluo Continent: Copying Ya Li, the Carefree King of the Sun and Moon

The caller is poison-free.

This person usually sends someone to relay messages when he has something to do, and rarely contacts him directly via text message.

Xu Yanli pressed the answer button, and immediately Poison Undying's loud, booming voice came from the other end, making the communicator buzz: "Young friend, you're still awake?"

Xu Yanli stepped into the mansion gate, waved away the guards who came to greet him, and casually replied as he walked towards the study, "Just got back. Poison Sect Master, is there something you need me for in the middle of the night?"

"This is big news!" Poison Undying's voice was slightly lowered, but the excitement in his voice was still clearly audible. "I've figured it out. The Body Sect plans to move to the Sun Moon Empire!"

Xu Yanli suddenly stopped in his tracks.

"How long has this matter been settled?"

"It was just finalized!" Poisonous Death said confidently. "I've seen things clearly in Star Luo City. That mess that originally belonged to the Three Kingdoms is doomed to fail sooner or later. Rather than being dragged down with it, it's better to get out early."

He paused, then his voice rose a few decibels: "Besides, I've heard about that free Soul Master school you set up. To be willing to let Soul Masters from ordinary families study for free—that kind of courage is something that even all those people from the Three Kingdoms combined couldn't match!"

Xu Yanli pushed open the study door, walked to the table and sat down, raising his hand to rub his tense brow.

"Sect Master Poison, the relocation of the Body Sect is no small matter. Several thousand people, accommodation, cultivation sites, and daily food and drink expenses, all of these must be properly arranged."

"That's why I came to discuss this with you!" Poison Immortal laughed, his tone as relaxed as if he were saying the weather was nice today. "You can take care of the territory for me, and you don't need to worry about the money. I'll pay for it myself. The Body Sect has accumulated so many assets over the years, it's more than enough to buy a suitable place."

Chapter 143 The Body Sect Prepares to Relocate

Xu Yanli remained silent for a moment before slowly speaking: "I can help you solve the land problem, but I have a condition."

"Just say it!"

"After the Body Sect moves to the Sun Moon Empire, it must strictly abide by the laws of the Sun Moon Empire." He paused, his tone suddenly becoming much more serious. "We cannot act recklessly just because we are strong, as we did in the Heavenly Soul Empire."

After a few seconds of silence, Du Bu Si laughed and said, "You brat, are you afraid I'll cause you trouble? Don't worry, once we're on your turf, the Body Sect will naturally abide by your rules. Besides, I want to live a few more years; I don't want to be chased and beaten by that Limit Douluo beside you."

Xu Yanli smiled slightly: "That's fine then. I'll have someone take care of the site selection. How big of a place do you want?"

"The bigger the better!" Du Bu Si said without thinking. "The Body Sect has many people, and cultivation takes up a lot of space. It would be best if there were mountains and water, a quiet environment, and not in a busy urban area."

"Understood." Xu Yanli readily agreed, "I'll give you a definite answer within three days."

After hanging up the call, Xu Yanli leaned back in his chair and stared at the ceiling for a long time.

The fact that the Body Sect is moving here is a good thing, but it also brings a lot of trouble.

The benefits are obvious: once the Body Sect takes over, the Sun Moon Empire's top combat power will increase significantly.

The problem is that the sudden influx of several thousand people, their resettlement and management, and the need to integrate with local forces are all challenges that cannot be easily resolved.

However, the local forces...

There doesn't seem to be much that needs to be worked out. There are only two forces that can rival the Body Sect: the Holy Spirit Cult and the Angel Clan.

He sighed softly, got up and walked to his desk, spread out a sheet of white paper, picked up a pen and began to write and draw.

I first roughly drew a topographical map of the area. There is a mountainous area in the southeast of Mingdu. It is not far from the capital, and it is secluded enough. The area is spacious, with mountains and water, which perfectly meets the requirements of being poisoned to death.

He drew a circle in that area and specifically marked it with the words "New Site of the Body Sect".

Then they began to refine the layout plan. The main hall of the sect had to be built on the mountaintop, facing south, and its grandeur had to be fully realized. On both sides of the main hall were the elders' quarters and the council hall, followed by the disciples' dormitories, the martial arts arena, the scripture pavilion, and the alchemy room.

He drew with exceptional detail, clearly marking out even where to plant trees and where to dig ponds.

Although he didn't study architecture in his previous life, he watched a lot of period dramas and still remembered the layout styles of those famous schools to some extent.

After finishing the core area of ​​the main hall, he drew a small courtyard next to it. The courtyard was not large, surrounded by a wall on all sides, with an old locust tree planted in the middle, and stone tables and benches placed under the tree.

This is a secluded spot specially reserved for Poison Undying.

The old man seemed rough and rugged, but he was, after all, the head of a sect, and he needed a quiet place to rest.

The moment Xu Yanli put down his pen, he rubbed his aching wrist and realized that it was already dawn outside the window.

It turns out he stayed up all night to paint this.

Xu Yanli stood up, stretched his stiff neck, and walked out of the study.

The cool morning air was refreshing, mingled with the faint fragrance of osmanthus trees in the courtyard.

Luo Xu happened to be carrying a basin of hot water as he walked through the corridor. Upon seeing him, he was immediately taken aback: "Your Highness, you didn't sleep all night?"

"Hmm." Xu Yanli took the hot towel and wiped his face, then ordered, "Go and call Yue Zhengling over, and also have someone invite Teacher Kong over."

Luo Xu responded, put down the basin of water, and quickly left.

Xu Yanli stood under the corridor, gazing at the sunrise gradually spreading across the sky, and took a deep breath of the morning air.

Before long, Yue Zhengling and Kong Deming arrived one after the other.

"Your Highness." Yue Zhengling bowed respectfully, the long sword at her waist swaying slightly with the movement.

As soon as Kong Deming entered the study, he saw the blueprints spread out on the table, and his eyes lit up instantly: "This is..."

"The Body Sect is moving to the Sun Moon Empire." Xu Yanli pointed to the chair next to him and gestured for the two to sit down. "I drew up the site selection and layout plan overnight. Take a look and see if there are any things that need to be modified."

Kong Deming picked up the blueprints and examined them carefully for a long time, nodding repeatedly: "The location is well chosen. It's close to Mingdu, with convenient transportation, and it's quiet enough to avoid outside disturbances. The layout is also very reasonable, with all the necessary facilities."

He paused, then pointed to the small courtyard on the blueprint and asked, "What is this small courtyard intended for?"

"It's specially prepared for Poison Undying," Xu Yanli explained with a smile. "That old man is stubborn, so we need to give him a quiet place."

Kong Deming smiled knowingly and handed the blueprints to Yue Zhengling.

Le Zhengling quickly scanned the blueprints, her brows furrowing slightly: "Your Highness, this territory is quite large. With several thousand people from the Body Sect living here, the daily expenses will be considerable."

"Du Busi said he'll cover the expenses himself." Xu Yanli leaned back in his chair, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest. "All we need to do is provide the land and send people to help them build the sect."

"Even so, it will cost a lot." Yue Zhengling thought to herself, "Just leveling the foundation and transporting building materials will cost a lot of money."

Xu Yanli waved his hand dismissively, "Let Xiaoyao Pavilion pay for it. The fact that the Body Sect can move here is more beneficial than harmful to us. This money is well spent; you can't gain anything without spending it."

Kong Deming nodded, then raised a concern: "Your Highness, the Body Sect is ultimately an outside force. If it suddenly takes root near Mingdu, I'm afraid the ministers in the court will have a lot of opinions."

"If they have any complaints, let them come directly to me." Xu Yanli's tone was calm, but his words carried an undeniable air of authority. "I personally invited the Body Sect. If anyone is dissatisfied, feel free to come and argue with me."

Kong Deming opened his mouth, but ultimately didn't try to persuade him any further.

He knew Xu Yanli too well. This guy seemed easygoing, but once he made up his mind, not even nine oxen could pull him back.

“Then I’ll make the arrangements now.” Yue Zhengling stood up and carefully put away the blueprints. “First, send someone to that mountain area to measure the land, and then have Xiaoyao Pavilion gather building materials and craftsmen.”

"Wait a minute." Xu Yanli called out to him, "There are some details on the blueprints that I need to personally oversee, especially the main hall and the small courtyard reserved for Du Busi. We can't be careless in the slightest."

Yue Zhengling nodded solemnly, then turned and left the study.

Kong Deming also got up, but stopped abruptly at the door and glanced back at Xu Yanli.

"Your Highness, you seem particularly concerned about the affairs of the Body Sect."

Xu Yanli chuckled lightly: "It's not that I care about the Body Sect, but that I value Du Busi. Although that old man has a bad temper, he is the most loyal and righteous. If you treat him well, he will definitely repay you tenfold with his whole heart."

Kong Deming nodded thoughtfully, then pushed open the door and went out.

Chapter 144 What is there to revere?

Xu Yanli was left alone in the study once again.

He leaned back in his chair and slowly closed his eyes.

His mind was still racing, processing various matters: the pilot program for compulsory education, the reform of the imperial examination system, the construction of new schools, the relocation of the Body Sect... one thing after another, seemingly endless.

And five years later, the All-Continent Elite Tournament hosted by the Sun Moon Empire.

The greater the ability, the greater the responsibility.

Back then, I thought it was just being sentimental, but now that I've experienced it firsthand, I understand that it's absolutely true.

The greater the power you hold, the heavier the burden you must bear; there's no escaping it.

Xu Yanli opened his eyes, picked up the teacup on the table, and realized that the tea inside had long since gone cold.

He didn't ask anyone to change the tea; he just held the cool tea and slowly sipped it.

The tea tasted bitter and astringent upon tasting.

This tastes much better than the messy stuff that the nobles make.

He put down his teacup, got up, and walked to the window.

The morning light had fully illuminated the earth, and the golden sunlight spilled into the courtyard, casting long shadows of the osmanthus trees.

Several sparrows hopped and chirped incessantly on the branches.

Looking at the vibrant scene before him, Xu Yanli's lips unconsciously curled into a slight smile.

Life has been a bit busy and tiring, but it's generally moving in a better direction.

He turned and walked back to his desk, spreading out a new sheet of white paper.

We need to write down the specific plan for relocating the Body Sect item by item.

The site has been chosen, the blueprints are ready, but there are still a bunch of trivial matters to be settled.

Every single thing needs to be planned in advance.

Xu Yanli picked up his brush, dipped it in ink, and began to write earnestly.

The pen tip glides across the paper, leaving a soft scratching sound, and the neat and powerful handwriting forms lines by lines.

He was so focused that he didn't even notice Luo Xu walking in with fresh tea.

Luo Xu gently placed the hot tea on the table, glanced at the boy who was engrossed in writing, and quietly left, closing the door behind him.

The study returned to silence, with only the soft sound of pen nibs scratching paper and the occasional clear birdsong from outside the window.

Sunlight streamed in through the cracks in the window frame, casting warm golden patches on the tabletop.

Xu Yanli hunched over his desk, writing stroke by stroke, his brows sometimes furrowing slightly, sometimes slowly relaxing.

That young face revealed a composure beyond its years, along with a hint of barely perceptible fatigue.

But he didn't stop, nor could he stop.

The morning mist had not yet completely dissipated when the gates of the Prince of Xiaoyao's mansion were already wide open.

Xu Yanli stood on the steps, looking at the convoy of cars ready to depart in the courtyard, and slowly exhaled a breath of white air.