In the end, the grand procession from Seagod Island, which had arrived with great pomp, left the island with only the Sea Goddess Douluo and the deranged Sea Dragon Douluo, two people in a daze, leaving the island in a disheveled and dejected state.
You Chen did not intend to crush Seagod Island at this moment. If Seagod Island were unable to maintain its original functions, leading to the collapse of the island and the temple, two adverse consequences would follow.
First, this might give the Sea God a direct reason to intervene in the mortal world.
Second, it could attract more soul beasts from other seas, including the Northern Sea, to the Western Sea to claim their share, indirectly reducing You Chen's soul beast resources.
Therefore, You Chen only killed the ordinary Sea Soul Masters and did not take action against the two Sacred Pillar Douluos.
As for the Sea Dragon Douluo's mental issues?
He had already shown great mercy by not directly dealing with the Sacred Pillar Douluo. It was impossible for him to solve their mental problems as well, especially since they were actually his enemies.
You Chen did not need to turn around or use his divine power to sense; just from the new mission triggered by Bo Saixi today, he knew that Bo Saixi's hatred towards him had reached its peak, far surpassing the humiliation he had inflicted upon her.
Intense emotions brought higher mission rewards, but the corresponding mission difficulty also increased.
However, with You Chen's current control over Bo Saixi, as long as it wasn't a task like the one involving Bibidong, it was generally not a problem.
"You seem very angry?"
You Chen turned around and gave Bo Saixi a meaningful smile.
Bo Saixi lowered her head and did not speak.
The humiliation of over a month had taught her to suppress her emotions.
"I think you should thank me."
You Chen stepped forward, lifted Bo Saixi's chin, and pulled off her veil, looking directly into her eyes.
Bo Saixi tried to avert her gaze, but You Chen held her chin tightly, preventing her from escaping.
The High Priestess of the Sea God was tall, over 1.8 meters in height. You Chen only needed to slightly lower his head, and her perfect face was right before his eyes.
He smiled and said, "Do you think, with my abilities, I couldn't make the Sea Goddess Douluo fall into the same state as the Sea Dragon Douluo? Or, I could hypnotize the Sea Goddess Douluo like I did the Sea Dragon Douluo, making her not associate the Sea Dragon Douluo's abnormal behavior with me, causing chaos upon their return to Seagod Island?"
Bo Saixi wanted to refute and harshly mock You Chen's hypocritical behavior.
Clearly, he was causing trouble for Seagod Island, but he was speaking as if he had been magnanimous by not going all the way.
However, while looking into Bo Saixi's eyes, You Chen saw through her subtle expressions and sneered, "Even if you may have forgotten, it doesn't prevent me from helping you remember. Everything started with your Seagod Island. I only wanted to cultivate quietly in the Northern Sea. I even actively avoided and showed goodwill, but you insisted on coming to trouble me. Don't you think I have been very magnanimous?"
Bo Saixi's body trembled, her pupils contracted, and her eyes flickered.
If it were a topic with some room for maneuver, Bo Saixi could try to blacken You Chen in her mind and think of everything as a conspiracy.
However, what You Chen said was an undeniable fact.
To consider all this as a conspiracy, Bo Saixi would have to view the Sea God, who gave her divine revelations, as being manipulated by You Chen.
So, Bo Saixi had to acknowledge this fact.
A month of degradation had gradually made her view You Chen as an absolutely evil being, not hesitating to think the worst of him.
But at this moment, she recalled that even if You Chen was evil, she herself was not standing on a moral high ground. When she was not on a moral high ground, her judgment that You Chen was evil also had to be questioned.
Seizing the moment of Bo Saixi's wavering, You Chen's eyes flashed with a sharp light, and his expression quickly softened. He gently stroked Bo Saixi's hair and said, "I am always very lenient and friendly with what belongs to me. It's like teasing a pet cat; even if it bares its teeth at me, I see it as being cute. So, since you pleaded with me so pitifully, for your sake, I will spare them."
At this moment, despite the many evil and cruel things You Chen had done to her, Bo Saixi inexplicably felt a warm sense of being valued.
Perhaps because of her physical disability, Bo Saixi's heart had become much more fragile, greatly enhancing the feeling of being cherished at this moment.
Without any awareness, she silently leaned her head against You Chen's broad chest, as if she had truly become a pet cat, quietly clinging to her owner.
Unbeknownst to her, You Chen's series of choices were merely for his own benefit.
Upon discovering that he could use this to further manipulate and brainwash Bo Saixi, he did not hesitate to use it again.
You Chen leaned close to Bo Saixi's ear and whispered, like a demon's temptation, "This time, I am letting them go. I can choose not to invade Seagod Island, even though the agreement has been torn up. However... next time, I hope you can be more proactive."
Bo Saixi's body trembled violently, the jingling of the bells making her feel even more ashamed.
No matter how humiliating it was before, she could tell herself that everything she endured was coerced, and she was an innocent victim.
But if she were to take the initiative in some of the humiliating acts she had previously endured, such an excuse could no longer be used.
"...I agree."
She blushed and gave her answer.
So, did You Chen really become a loving owner of a pet cat?
That was clearly impossible.
From the moment Bo Saixi fell into You Chen's hands, the only outcome waiting for her was infinite degradation and the complete collapse of her faith.
Then, time began to flow again.
You Chen studied the two major experiences and insights from Bo Saixi, filling in some gaps from his divine power insights, enhancing the strength of several minor skills like Star God Thrust, and developing a new skill called "Stardust Illusion."
Studying the essence of martial soul origin insights, he began to break down various soul techniques and gradually develop new soul techniques more suitable for the Stardust Dragon martial soul, moving away from the original Star Corpse Dragon system.
From the flowing wind armor of the Wind Dragon, he gained insights and began to construct techniques that combined attack and defense using Stardust Power as the foundation.
To also leverage the strength of his physical body, he began to develop techniques that perfectly integrated Stardust Power with physical strength.
He also developed techniques centered around stellar power, divine power, and wind power.
As his martial soul origin power approached perfection, and after absorbing and digesting the soul power control experience of the Sea Dragon Douluo, his soul power control reached the upper echelons of Super Douluo, and Stardust Power officially entered the minor completion stage. The efficiency of developing these self-created soul techniques naturally increased significantly.
This process was also a way to train You Chen's various abilities.
However, compared to the speed of developing mental skills, the development of soul techniques was much slower. These were still in the conceptual stage, far from being usable.
The Godly Elephant Suppressing Prison Strength and Dragon-Elephant Micro-particles also broke through to 60% with the massive influx of resources.
Each 30% of the Dragon-Elephant Micro-particles was a significant step, but with You Chen's physical strength already at the 98th level, this level of breakthrough could no longer further enhance his physical strength.
It would probably take another 30% for his physique to officially reach the ultimate level.
Although the resources You Chen was using were ordinary and could not significantly improve his understanding of the Dragon-Elephant Chapter like Immortal Herbs, the sheer volume of resources would gradually help him improve.
The mermaid race occupied the highest energy region of the Northern Sea, and the seven major sub-races occupied over 30% of the Northern Sea.
Don't be fooled by the 30%; the number of other soul beasts hunted daily by these sub-races was astronomical.
The seven major sub-races varied in strength, but excluding the relatively rare and powerful sea whale race, on average, each sub-race had one or two 100,000-year-old soul beasts as leaders, several 10,000-year-old soul beasts, and over 100,000 soul beasts combined of 1,000-year-old and 100-year-old soul beasts.
The ocean is much vaster than the land, and although the average quality and bloodline strength of soul beasts are relatively weaker, the sheer number is much greater.
While the original story mentions that the Star Dou Forest is home to millions of soul beasts, this is more of a description of their vast numbers rather than an exact figure. When Di Tian triggered the beast tide, mobilizing the majority of the soul beasts in the Star Dou Forest, the total number was only in the hundreds of thousands. But this number was already quite significant.
The Northern Sea, with its vast area, is several times larger than the Star Dou Forest. The number of ocean soul beasts is even more numerous.
Occupying 30% of the vast Northern Sea core area, the mermaid race and its subordinate races likely have as many soul beasts as the entire Star Dou Forest.
As for the evil orca, including the small groups not ruled by the Evil Orca King and those roaming freely, there are probably only a thousand. This is because these top-tier soul beasts have poor reproductive capabilities, and large-bodied soul beasts like whales require a lot of resources, making it impossible for them to be numerous even if they are strong.
Moreover, the evil orca have been targeted and suppressed by Seagod Island, further reducing their numbers.
The soul beasts of the seven sub-races consume an astronomical number of resources daily, with even a surplus used for cultivation beyond filling their bellies.
Now, this surplus, the essence of which are the resources for 1,000-year-old and 10,000-year-old soul beasts, are mostly transported to You Chen's stomach.
Imagine how vast these resources are.
If You Chen did not want to spend most of his day eating, he would have used the resources for the cultivation of 100-year-old and 10-year-old soul beasts, as well as nearly half of the 1,000-year-old and above soul beasts, to speed up his progress even more.
Of course, You Chen knew the principles of scientific pig farming.
This brutal plundering was only a temporary measure.
Previously, he did not arrange for Beast Soul Commerce personnel to come and establish sea routes and trade routes in the Northern Sea because the Northern Sea had not yet been fully stabilized.
Now, after several violent actions, using absolute strength to suppress the majority of the unruly soul beasts, such a situation had become a thing of the past.
Soul beasts are simple creatures; as long as you have a strong fist and control the upper echelons of the soul beasts, there won't be much trouble.
In the human world, however, there would be many people who, despite seeing your violence, would still try to use power, morality, or public opinion to restrain you. Fortunately, You Chen did not have to deal with such troubles for now.
He just needed to ensure the stability of his territory in the Northern Sea.
However, while Beast Soul Commerce could establish itself in the Northern Sea, he did not intend to let other human forces share in the spoils.
Regarding the balance, he did not need to worry; he could leave it to his capable secretary, Li Ya.
He believed that this capable secretary could ensure the development of Beast Soul Commerce without making other human forces suspect any underhanded dealings between Beast Soul Commerce and the soul beasts.
Thus, another month passed, and Beast Soul Commerce slowly began to establish itself in the Northern Sea. You Chen's Godly Elephant Suppressing Prison Strength and Dragon-Elephant Chapter also smoothly broke through to the 70% stage.
Compared to the previous progress, it was slightly slower, but it was still within You Chen's acceptable range.
He planned to push his physical cultivation to the ultimate level in one go!
At this moment, You Chen received a rescue message from Dugu Bo.
A little earlier, it was around the time You Chen met with the Seagod Island group.
There is no such thing as a completely sealed wall in this world.
Beast Soul Commerce had developed peacefully for some time, and Ning Fengzhi was not foolish. He naturally realized that Beast Soul Commerce was not just putting on a show; in other words, their attack on Prince Xue Xing to save Wei was a complete miscalculation.
Beast Soul Commerce indeed had some connection with Prince Xue Xing, but it was not the close relationship Ning Fengzhi initially imagined. They might just be partners.
However, the funds and resources of Beast Soul Commerce had already started flowing, and at this point, trying to curb their development through commercial means was almost impossible.
Without time to regret, Ning Fengzhi immediately chose to invite Dugu Bo, the current head of Beast Soul Commerce, for a meeting.
They chose to meet in the city of Tian Dou.
This place, after all, was under the emperor's nose. Even in this extraordinary world, the emperor's authority, though not as strong as in the modern world, still had a certain level of deterrence and authority.
At least, the Seven Treasures Ruyi Sect, which maintained a righteous image and did business in the Douluo Continent, would not choose to break ties here.
However, every time Dugu Bo's gaze swept over the statue-like figure standing behind Ning Fengzhi, his heart would race.
Behind Ning Fengzhi stood the sword master, Dust Heart, while behind Dugu Bo stood only Grace, the capable general manager.
In the original story, before Dust Heart explained the qualitative difference between Super Douluo and ordinary Titled Douluo, even the Bone Douluo Gu Rong did not understand why there was such a significant power gap.
How much more so for Dugu Bo, who might be the strongest Titled Douluo in the Du family's history and had no lineage to rely on?
To those not from major forces, even Titled Douluo were like country bumpkins in the eyes of those from major forces.
Before a real confrontation, they might think the gap between Titled Douluo was similar to the gap between Soul Douluo.
The ignorant naturally have no fear.
But now, Dugu Bo had received You Chen's education.
He knew that there were stronger beings beyond his own, and even becoming a Titled Douluo did not mean he was at the peak.
According to the information You Chen provided, the sword master Dust Heart was also someone who could easily overpower him...
Could Dugu Bo's heart not race?
"Long have I heard of the great name of the High Priestess of the Sea God, but this is our first meeting."
As Dugu Bo controlled his facial expressions, Ning Fengzhi already wore a gentle and charming smile, saying, "I didn't expect the High Priestess of the Sea God to be even younger and more handsome than I had heard. It is an honor to meet you here."
They each took their seats.
Dugu Bo did not comment on Ning Fengzhi's flattery, silently sipping the tea on the negotiation table, maintaining the dignity of a Titled Douluo, and said coolly, "Ning Fengzhi, the esteemed head of the Seven Treasures Ruyi Sect, have you been too long in the royal embrace that you've picked up the hypocrisy of politicians? Or shall we get straight to the point? I think we've both been quite busy recently."
Ning Fengzhi's face stiffened slightly.
He did not expect Dugu Bo to be so unyielding.
Since that was the case...
'Then I don't need to give you any face either, old poison.'
Ning Fengzhi's eyes flashed with a cold light, and he slightly reined in his smile, crossing his hands in a commanding posture, saying, "Then let's talk about... the new products your Beast Soul Commerce has developed. The table lamp, refrigerator, fan, and Beast Soul Pill... these are indeed very novel and unprecedented. I truly admire and respect your development capabilities. However, your growth potential and speed have not been fully realized, have they? Hasn't your Beast Soul Commerce ever thought about faster development?"
Dugu Bo's face showed a look of disdain, "Do I need to spell out the obstacles to our development here?"
Ning Fengzhi released his hands, leaned back in his chair, and smiled confidently, "Yes, it is our Seven Treasures Ruyi Sect. But business is like war, and the distribution of interests has always been so. Besides, your development in the Star Luo Empire has not been hindered only by us, has it? On this point, we have a shared interest and can join forces to open up the Star Luo market. We might even help Beast Soul Commerce rise to the level of our Seven Treasures Ruyi Sect."
Dugu Bo snorted coldly and sneered, "Your proposal sounds tempting, but... don't take me for a complete business fool, Ning Fengzhi. We can grow, but after growing, who will Beast Soul Commerce ultimately belong to? Do you think I don't know?"
Ning Fengzhi, despite being mocked by Dugu Bo, showed no anger on his face and said calmly, "There's a saying I really don't want to say, but, Poison Douluo, since you are so stubborn, I must tell you. Do you know—rules are always made by the strong?"
At that moment, Dust Heart's terrifying soul power fluctuated.
However, Dust Heart was still Dust Heart and would not vent his anger on the weak. He focused all his aura on suppressing Dugu Bo alone.
The powerful soul power fluctu
ation was even stronger than what Dugu Bo had felt from You Chen.
After all, You Chen was not known for his soul power strength.
Dugu Bo's face turned pale, and his body began to tremble slightly.
He felt as if he were being targeted by a sharp and gleaming divine sword, cold sweat pouring out from his pores.
At this moment, Grace stepped forward.
You Chen's expression shifted slightly. Even just his aura was more than an ordinary Soul Master could withstand.
To avoid harming the innocent, he had no choice but to rein in his aura.
Ning Fengzhi gave Grace a strange look.
Even though a Titled Douluo had just been humiliated in front of her, she still stepped forward without fear. She was truly a remarkable woman.
"Heh heh heh."
Dugu Bo's hoarse, low chuckle echoed through the reception room.
Ning Fengzhi frowned slightly and asked, "Poison Douluo, what's so funny? Why not share it with everyone here?"
"What am I laughing at?"
Dugu Bo grinned. "The rules of the game have always been set by the strong, haven't they? Ning Fengzhi, you're absolutely right about that, no doubt about it! But don't you think it's hilariously funny coming from the mouth of a weakling like you?! How can you, a support-type Soul Saint, have the nerve to spout such nonsense? Hahahaha!!!"
Whoosh!
Ning Fengzhi's face turned ugly, while You Chen immediately stepped in front of Dugu Bo, releasing his oppressive aura at close range. At the same time, he said in a deep voice, "Old Poison, I, Sword Douluo You Chen, share the same origin as the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. My strength is naturally the strength of the clan leader. Are you saying that only one's own strength counts as strength, counts as being strong?"
"Refute? Why should I refute?"
Dugu Bo sneered, pointing at himself. "You don't think I'm the boss of the Beast Soul Commerce, do you?"
"Huh?"
Both You Chen and Ning Fengzhi were stunned.
At this moment, Grace spoke up at just the right time. "Lord Dugu is only the vice president of the Beast Soul Commerce."
Dugu Bo raised his head, looking very pleased with himself, as if saying "That's right, that's how it is."
He looked so smug that it even left Ning Fengzhi and the others dumbfounded—Wait, you're not the president, so what are you so proud of? What's there to be proud of?
Ning Fengzhi didn't believe it and laughed, "Poison Douluo, this is a formal business meeting. Let's not joke around here."
Dugu Bo's expression turned cold. "I'm not joking with you."
He turned to You Chen and grinned. "My big brother can take on ten of you!"
Then, one month later...
"Gua! Big brother, save me!"
You Chen received this message from Dugu Bo.
(End of Chapter)