"Lin Xiao, your idea is fantastic!"
Feng Yu replied excitedly through their mental connection.
"I've been thinking that because of the differences in races, it's almost impossible for soul beasts and humans to coexist peacefully. However, the systems from the Investiture of the Gods and Journey to the West in your memories seem to offer a harmonious solution to this problem, with their management and governance systems being exceptionally well-structured!"
The God Realm is actually quite loose.
During the era of the Dragon God and Phoenix God, power was relatively centralized, but now, in the period of joint governance by the Five Great Divine Kings, it's practically a makeshift assembly.
Anyone with a bit of political knowledge knows this.
There can only be one leader; only with concentrated power can significant matters be accomplished. While the idea of five divine kings ruling together sounds harmonious, behind the scenes, there's bound to be petty scheming and intrigue.
As for the level of conflict among the divine kings…
Let's just say, the Tang God King, who comes from an assassin background and often speaks of the "path of death," has gradually overshadowed the other divine kings over ten thousand years, constantly plotting and scheming.
In Feng Yu's view, there can only be one boss!
So why not establish a divine dynasty in the God Realm, similar to human empires?
Whether it's soul beasts or humans becoming gods, once they enter the divine dynasty, they become one big family, united against external threats. Everyone should have tasks to do, rather than engaging in endless backstabbing and neglecting their duties.
Wherever there are people, there will be struggles.
Backstabbing is unavoidable, but the premise is that you need to accomplish something worthwhile!
Isn't there a threat from the Abyssal planes?
Isn't the Tang God King always shouting about the destruction of the God Realm and a grand plan spanning ten thousand years?
Then why aren't you getting to work!
Look at these gods in Douluo; after becoming divine, they act without restraint. They're either roaming outside or lounging in the God Realm enjoying life. They say that with great power comes great responsibility; it's time to set things straight!
We need to crack down on the negative influences in the God Realm!
Lin Xiao confidently stated, "When it comes to a centralized governance system and political structure, ancient Earth nearly reached perfection."
"However, behind all of this lies a fundamental issue."
Lin Xiao and Feng Yu spoke almost simultaneously:
"Strength!"
Only with strength can one make others heed their suggestions; only with strength can one establish and enforce rules.
Strength doesn't necessarily mean personal power; it can also refer to collective influence. But in any case, it must be able to suppress all dissent!
Feng Yu replied, "It's still early to discuss this. Lin Xiao, you can start by improving the Soul Spirit System. Once you have a clear plan, it won't be too late to contract the Ice Empress."
Lin Xiao nodded.
He pondered for a moment and said, "I want to first resolve the issues with the Eighth Soul Ring and the Asura God's Trial."
Lin Xiao turned to ask the Ice Empress.
How much did she know about the Iris Cold Sparrow?
The Ice Empress replied coldly, "That dead bird is a ferocious beast of 200,000 years, but unlike Xiao Bai and the little Titan, it's not one of ours and harbors a grudge against me."
"The reason is probably that it almost died at my hands a millennium ago, but unfortunately, it managed to escape. Since then, it hasn't dared to approach me, only sending younger members of its clan to provoke me when I'm not around."
However, the Ice Empress didn't seem to care much about it.
As long as the leader of the Iris Cold Sparrow didn't take action, the Ice Empress couldn't be bothered; as long as the losses in the clan didn't affect the continuation of the race, that was enough.
Lin Xiao understood.
The core combat power of the Extreme North consists of the Ice Empress, the Ice Bear King Xiao Bai, and the Titan Snow Demon King, but not all soul beasts fall under their jurisdiction, and the leader of the Iris Cold Sparrow is among them.
But…
The leader of the Iris Cold Sparrow has a cultivation level of 200,000 years?
Lin Xiao felt both shocked and delighted.
He was shocked that the Iris Cold Sparrow was not something he could handle alone, and delighted because a soul beast of 200,000 years would undoubtedly have an incredibly powerful soul ring and attributes.
"Ice Empress, do you have a way to help me subdue that Iris Cold Sparrow?"
The Ice Empress was surprised. "Are you looking to hunt it for the Eighth Soul Ring?"
"Or is it for a Soul Bone…"
Lin Xiao replied, "Primarily to obtain the Eighth Soul Ring and complete the divine trial."
The Ice Empress exclaimed in surprise:
"I may not know much about humans, but I do understand that there are limits to the years a Soul Ring can be absorbed. For those of a certain age, I imagine only a Title Douluo could manage to absorb them, right?"
Lin Xiao replied, "It's not a problem. Just look at my Soul Ring configuration and you'll see."
With that, Lin Xiao activated his Martial Soul, revealing seven Soul Rings behind him.
Black! Black! Black! Black! Black! Black Gold! Red!
Since he was in front of the Ice Empress, Lin Xiao didn't bother to hide anything. The sixth Soul Ring, with its mysterious and noble black-gold color, exuded a terrifying aura that was laid bare before the Ice Empress, even overshadowing the presence of the hundred-thousand-year seventh Soul Ring.
"This is… a Million Year Soul Ring?!"
Lin Xiao nodded.
The Ice Empress's eyes were filled with shock.
At that moment, she suddenly felt extremely fortunate. The arrival of Lin Xiao and Feng Yu undoubtedly provided her with more options.
She could easily survive the Heavenly Tribulation of four hundred thousand years.
She could also use the opportunity to sacrifice as a bargaining chip to achieve godhood.
Becoming a god means eternal life.
How many humans and Soul Beasts long for such an opportunity? It lay before her now. Those who have never truly experienced the hardships of pursuit could hardly fathom this feeling.
Don't you see how proud Bo Saixi and Qian Daoliu were, even to the point of being unrivaled in their time, yet they ultimately chose to become the High Priest and Great Enshrinement?
What difference does that make from a sacrifice?
Moreover, if the Ice Empress became Lin Xiao's Soul Spirit, she could wait for the day he became a god and rise with him.
But what about the fates of Bo Saixi and Qian Daoliu?
They ended up sacrificing their souls along with their lives…
The Ice Empress suddenly said, "Lin Xiao, you must become a god!"
Lin Xiao was taken aback.
He nodded, "Of course I will become a god, and if I do, I will be the strongest god!"
…
In the core area of the Extreme North, on the western ice field, was the dwelling of the Iris Cold Sparrow clan leader.
Lin Xiao and the Ice Empress arrived simultaneously.
The Iris Cold Sparrow clan leader had the advantage of aerial superiority. Although the Ice Empress was far stronger, she had no chance to close in, leaving her helpless.
So, Lin Xiao had to act as bait.
The Ice Empress transformed into human form, completely concealing her presence, with Feng Yu assisting in hiding her aura, ensuring that the Iris Cold Sparrow clan leader would not detect her.
The Ice Empress, with her crystal blue eyes, looked at Lin Xiao with great concern, saying, "Lin Xiao, you're strong, but you're still just a Soul Sage. Isn't it too dangerous to act as bait?"
The Ice Empress was even more worried about his safety than Lin Xiao himself.
Lin Xiao didn't respond.
Feng Yu said, "He has more tricks up his sleeve than you can imagine. Sometimes I'm even surprised looking back at how that little brat has grown to this point."
"You don't need to worry about his safety."
The Ice Empress smiled shyly.
Of course, Feng Yu wouldn't let Lin Xiao take any life-threatening risks.
She needed to rely on Lin Xiao to take a shortcut to become a god.
Feng Yu also wanted to use Lin Xiao to reclaim her peak!
Lin Xiao activated his Soul Power Armor, layering all his enhancement Soul Skills together, and finally unleashed his Martial Soul true form, transforming into a crimson divine bird that soared straight up to the plateau.
The spectacle was grand!
The attitude was incredibly arrogant!
The Soul Spirit System was originally created by the Dream of Heaven, and the protagonist would likely create the Soul Contract System as well, which could also reap the benefits of becoming a god, but in a way that preserves the physical body.
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