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Chapter 383 Taking Gengxin City
Chapter 383 Taking Gengxin City
Upon hearing this, Lou Gao's thick, white eyebrows, which had been slightly furrowed, suddenly stood up, almost twisting together, and anger was also evident on his chubby, round face.
He figured it out.
The young Holy Son of the Spirit Hall in front of him actually wanted to swallow up his Blacksmith Association.
Speaking of which, Miles, the previous bishop of the Spirit Hall of Gengxin City, once had this idea: to merge their Blacksmith Association into the Spirit Hall, but they refused.
This is why the Blacksmiths' Guild was subsequently targeted and suppressed by Miles, with various provocations and troubles following one after another, causing them endless trouble and losses.
Fortunately, that scoundrel Miles, who relied on his master's power, was executed.
But now an even more greedy fellow has arrived.
It would have been one thing if he had joined the Spirit Hall alone, but he even dared to try and take over the Blacksmith Association, coveting all the blacksmiths and metal resources of the association.
This is something that cannot be tolerated by buildings that are tall.
Do you think that a single detailed diagram of the Soul Guide Sleeve Arrow is enough to make me and the Blacksmith Association submit and grovel?
Heh, don't even think about it!
Lou Gao looked angry and deliberately refused.
Then, he swept this greedy and shameful Holy Son of the Spirit Hall out the door and expelled him.
But then I thought, what if the other party is accompanied by a titled Douluo with terrifying strength? What if he gets angry and smashes up the Blacksmith Association headquarters?
"Your Highness, I am sorry, but I cannot agree to your condition."
Lou Gao took a deep breath, suppressing his anger slightly, and rejected Ye Qifeng's offer.
Then he added:
"I can understand your desire for me to join the Spirit Hall. After all, I am a master craftsman, and my forging skills may still be of some use to you."
"I can understand your demand for the metal resources controlled by the Blacksmiths' Guild, after all, it is a huge fortune."
"But why do you want all the blacksmiths in the Blacksmiths' Association to join the Spirit Hall?"
"Excuse my bluntness, but your Spirit Hall is a Spirit Master organization, and Spirit Masters value the abilities of their own Spirits more than the tools forged by us blacksmiths."
"Moreover, the things we blacksmiths forge are mostly for the benefit of ordinary people, and have limited use for Soul Masters. So they only have some status among the common people of the Heaven Dou and Star Luo Empires, although they are not valued either."
Lou Gao finished speaking and sighed silently in his heart.
"Nowadays, blacksmiths do not have a high status in the eyes of Soul Masters."
Ye Qifeng nodded slightly, agreeing with Lou Gao's words, then changed the subject:
"But what if the blacksmiths create soul tools?"
"To create a soul tool?"
Lou Gao's small eyes widened suddenly, and a flash of insight appeared in his mind, as if he had realized something.
Ye Qifeng smiled slightly and said:
"So, Senior Lou Gao, you don't actually need to rush to reject my conditions. Why don't you first listen to the promises and benefits that our Spirit Hall will offer you and the Blacksmith Association?"
"Oh? Promises and benefits?"
Lou Gao's expression changed slightly. Suppressing the impulse that was rising in his mind, he said with a hint of surprise:
Tell me about it.
With a smile, Ye Qifeng immediately explained in detail:
"First of all, if the senior leads all the blacksmiths of the Blacksmiths Association to join the Spirit Hall, then the Spirit Hall can take the initiative to issue an announcement to the Spirit Master world, declaring that the status and income of blacksmiths will be improved."
"I think that improving their status and income is what the blacksmiths in the blacksmiths' association most hope for and urgently want."
As he spoke, Ye Qifeng glanced at Lou Gao, and seeing him nod slightly, he continued:
"Secondly, the Spirit Hall can also open up all the information on soul tools in the archives and all the soul tools in the treasure vault to the seniors and the Blacksmith Association for research."
"We can even provide funding and resources to establish and build a dedicated research institution to fully support our predecessors and the Blacksmith Association in their research on soul guide devices."
"If you can lead the blacksmiths of the Blacksmiths Association to research the manufacturing process of soul tools and produce soul tools, then the Spirit Hall can also grant you an exclusive title."
At this point, Ye Qifeng paused, looked at Lou Gao whose expression had changed and who was clearly somewhat tempted, and then continued:
"If you have studied the history of soul tools, then you should know that during the glorious era of the Soul Tool Empire, the craftsmen who could create soul tools had a special title—'Soul Tool Master'."
"The status of Soul Masters is equal to, or even slightly surpasses, that of Soul Masters. Like Soul Masters, they are also divided into detailed levels, from Level 1 Soul Masters to Level 10 Soul Masters, corresponding to Soul Warriors to Limit Douluo levels among Soul Masters."
"If you can lead the blacksmiths of the Blacksmiths' Association to develop a soul tool, then you will no longer be just blacksmiths, but soul masters with a esteemed status. Even soul masters will show you respect and address you as 'master'."
"And your name, senior, will surely be remembered in history and be celebrated for generations to come."
For a craftsman like Lou Gao, the things that could pique his interest, besides the forging skills he had dedicated his life to, were undoubtedly fame and status.
This reputation and status do not refer to worldly fame and status, but rather to historical reputation and status.
For someone like Lou Gao, the greatest honor would be to leave a lasting mark on history and make a name for himself.
"Soul Tools, Soul Guidance Craftsmen, Soul Masters - Their Names Will Be Remembered in History"
After hearing Ye Qifeng's words, Lou Gao was stunned. He lowered his head slightly and muttered to himself.
"By the way, Senior Lou Gao, I have some detailed diagrams of soul tools here. I wonder if you would be interested?"
At this moment, Ye Qifeng suddenly took out a stack of blueprints from his amethyst crystal ring and patted them lightly in his hand.
Where is the detailed diagram of Soul Guidance Devices?
Upon hearing this, Lou Gao suddenly raised his head and asked urgently.
Immediately afterward, he spotted the stack of blueprints that Ye Qifeng was casually tossing in his hand, and quickly moved forward, reaching out to take them:
"Quickly, quickly, let me see those blueprints."
Ye Qifeng raised the blueprints upwards, thwarting his attempt, and said softly:
"So, what were my conditions?"
Lou Gao didn't even glance at Ye Qifeng; his eyes were fixed on the soul tool blueprints that Ye Qifeng was holding in mid-air. He exclaimed "Oh dear!" and quickly said:
"Oh, what's there to say? I agree."
Ye Qifeng immediately laughed:
"So, senior, you've agreed to join my Spirit Hall?"
"I agree, I agree. From now on, I, Lou Gao, am a member of the Spirit Hall, okay?"
Lou Gao quickly replied.
"And what about the Blacksmiths' Association?"
Ye Qifeng then asked again.
"Join, join, join the blacksmiths' guild too."
Lou Gao quickly said.
"In that case, let's leave these detailed diagrams of soul tools to you, senior."
Having received Lou Gao's promise, Ye Qifeng's smile deepened, and he finally handed over the soul tool blueprints in his hand to Lou Gao.
Once he got his hands on the blueprints, Lou Gao ignored Ye Qifeng and eagerly returned to the circular platform he usually forged. He picked up a magnifying glass made of transparent crystal, held it up to his small eyes, and began to examine each blueprint one by one.
He kept muttering incoherently, his voice trembling with surprise:
"Wow, is that a soul-guided bow? Is that a soul-guided crossbow? A soul-guided gun? Oh, and there's even a soul-guided cannon and a soul-guided shield?"
"So that's how it is! Brilliant! How come I didn't think of that? Wow, amazing!"
"Huh? This is a storage soul tool? Hmm, this is a bit troublesome. It seems I need a soul master with spatial talent to help me create a space before I can make it."
Looking at the towering building with its crazed appearance, Ye Qifeng smiled slightly and shook his head. His peripheral vision suddenly caught sight of the Eight Treasures Ruyi Soft Armor beside the round platform. After a moment's thought, he asked:
"Senior Lou Gao, could you part with this soft armor next to you and sell it to me? I can pay you the full price."
Lou Gao, upon hearing this, didn't even raise his head, casually waving his hand at Ye Qifeng:
"What's this talk of parting with something? If His Highness wants this Eight Treasures Auspicious Soft Armor, he can take it. There's no need for any fees. It's a gift for you."
His entire focus was on the soul tool; he had no time to care about the Eight Treasures Ruyi Soft Armor.
Although it was a masterpiece he had spent ten years researching and creating, it was nothing compared to a soul tool.
Nothing is more important than a soul tool.
"Well"
Ye Qifeng was taken aback for a moment, then, without being polite or pretentious, thanked Lou Gao:
"Thank you very much, senior."
After saying that, he stepped forward and took the Eight Treasures Ruyi Soft Armor into his hands.
The Eight Treasures Auspicious Soft Armor feels slightly cool to the touch. Although it is made entirely of metal, it does not have the heaviness and hardness of metal. Instead, it is extremely light and soft, and feels as smooth as silk.
Then, Ye Qifeng, holding the Eight Treasures Ruyi Soft Armor, came to Nihuang and handed it to her, saying softly:
"Ninth Sister, do you like this soft armor?"
Nihuang paused for a moment, then subconsciously reached out to touch the Eight Treasures Ruyi Soft Armor, feeling its material. She quickly withdrew her hand, her eyes crinkling with a smile, and asked with a charming smile:
"Xiao Feng, are you going to give this to me?"
Night Breeze nodded gently:
"You would look great in it, Ninth Sister."
Nihuang looked up at Ye Qifeng, a sly smile suddenly curving her red lips, her languid and alluring voice carrying a hint of provocation:
"You really want to see what your older sister looks like wearing it, right? I can do it!"
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Ye Qifeng's expression froze, and he immediately fell silent.
"Hehehe~~ Don't be shy, I'm just teasing you."
Seeing Ye Qifeng's twitching lips and embarrassed expression, Nihuang giggled, seemingly overjoyed.
After a moment, she stopped laughing, her voice still languid and alluring as she said:
"Xiao Feng, thank you for your kindness."
"But sister doesn't need it. This soft armor is actually of no use to sister, after all, sister is already a Super Douluo."
"My sister just sensed it, and this soft armor can only withstand the sixth soul skill attack of a Soul Emperor, so it is more suitable for Soul Masters below the Soul Emperor level."
"Of course, it is somewhat useful for Soul Masters below the Title Douluo level to wear it, since its defensive capabilities are quite good and can reduce some of the damage from attacks. However, it is useless for Super Douluo."
"So, you should keep it."
Ye Qifeng suddenly realized, "Alright then."
Since Ninth Sister has said so, he has no choice but to put it away for the time being.
As for who to give it to, we'll talk about that later.
Unexpectedly, as if hearing his thoughts, Nihuang immediately made arrangements for him.
All that could be heard was her sweet, giggling suggestion:
"You can give it to the girl you like."
"For example, your senior sister Hu Liena, and your girlfriend named Huo Wu."
Ye Qifeng suddenly stumbled.
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Not long after.
Lou Gao summoned all the senior members of the Blacksmith Association, including his four personal disciples, who were all at the master level or above.
Then, he held a closed-door meeting with Ye Qifeng, Nihuang, and Chris, the bishop of the Martial Soul Hall of Gengxin City.
At the meeting, Lou Gao directly announced that the entire Blacksmith Association would join the Spirit Hall.
These words caused an uproar.
Among the masters and high-ranking members of the Blacksmiths' Association, there were naturally some who raised questions and objections.
Even Lou Gao's four personal disciples expressed their incomprehension.
But when Lou Gao took out the soul tool blueprints that Ye Qifeng had given him and explained their power and importance,
The group of master blacksmiths immediately switched sides, supporting Lou Gao's decision and joining the Spirit Hall.
The allure of soul-guided artifact techniques was equally irresistible to these master blacksmiths; how could they possibly refuse?
The meeting ended abruptly before it had even started.
Because those master blacksmiths couldn't wait to study the blueprints for those soul tools with Lou Gao.
Fortunately, Lou Gao arranged for his personal disciple, Si Long, to be in charge of all negotiations between the Blacksmith Association and the Spirit Hall.
After several days of detailed discussions.
The Blacksmiths' Association signed an agreement and officially joined the Spirit Hall, but they did not announce it to the public; they joined secretly.
Gengxin City, where the Blacksmiths' Association headquarters is located, is, after all, within the heart of the Star Luo Empire. The Spirit Hall and the Star Luo Empire have a poor relationship, are hostile to each other, and this relationship is continuing to deteriorate.
To avoid leaks and detection by the Star Luo Empire, which could endanger the Blacksmith Association.
In the short term, the news that the Blacksmiths' Association has joined the Spirit Hall will be kept under wraps and will not be made public.
It's not too late to announce it after the Blacksmiths Association has moved its headquarters and all assets to Wuhun City.
Ye Qifeng, representing the Spirit Hall, has already reached an agreement with the Blacksmith Association.
A new headquarters for the Blacksmith Association, as well as a research institute dedicated to the research of soul tools, will be rebuilt in Wuhun City.
The construction funds were provided by the Spirit Hall, while the materials were provided by the Blacksmith Association.
If you were to ask what the Blacksmiths' Guild has the least shortage of, it would be various metal resources, as well as other materials such as gems and minerals.
Of course, now that the Blacksmiths Association has been incorporated into the Spirit Hall, the resources controlled by the Blacksmiths Association can naturally be considered assets of the Spirit Hall.
It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that the entire funding came from the Spirit Hall.
Although the relocation of the Blacksmiths' Association headquarters to Wuhun City was for safety reasons, Gengxin City could not be abandoned.
This is, after all, the headquarters of the blacksmiths' association.
Many metal resources circulate here and will not immediately shift with the relocation of the Blacksmiths' Guild.
We also need to leave some forces here to guard the area.
The original blacksmiths' association headquarters could be repurposed as a branch in the future.
Now that the Blacksmiths' Association has joined the Spirit Hall, the combined power of the two organizations reaches as much as 90% of the entire Gengxin City.
It can be said that Gengxin City is already in the Spirit Hall's grasp, which makes it convenient for the Spirit Hall to make advance arrangements.
Although there is a third-party force, the City Lord's Mansion, representing the official Xingluo government, within Gengxin City, their actual power is extremely weak.
They can only exercise certain jurisdictions administratively.
Because of the lack of attention paid to the importance of Gengxin City, the military force stationed there was extremely weak, even weaker than the guard force of the Blacksmith Association, and incomparable to the Soul Master team stationed by the Spirit Hall.
Economically, the City Lord's Mansion is also not independent, and is almost entirely controlled by the Blacksmith Association and the Spirit Hall.
It's truly astonishing that the Gengxin City Lord's Mansion, an official force of the Star Luo Empire, has developed into this state on its own land.
Ye Qifeng also has to mention one—
Convinced!
Thank you to [Firefly is a Star] for the 3100 Qidian Coins!
(End of this chapter)