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"This is the perfect task—it's like getting a pillow delivered just when you want to sleep!"A faint smile appeared on Yao Xuan's lips as he glanced at the newly issued system task.
He had been pondering how to gain control over Spirit Hall, and lo and behold, the spiritual control technique he needed had arrived.
As for the task's rewards, they were equally enticing to Yao Xuan.
The Random Divine Martial Soul Evolution Item Chest, as the name suggested, was a treasure chest containing items that could upgrade ordinary martial souls to divine martial souls.
Although Yao Xuan himself possessed a divine martial soul, most of his prospective harem members—aside from Qian Renxue—had ordinary martial souls.
With the divine martial soul evolution item, their martial souls could evolve into true divine martial souls, drastically increasing their potential and cultivation speed.
Yao Xuan didn't want the girls in his harem to merely be decorative vases. Such items would undoubtedly help them become true powerhouses.
As for the Random Level-10 Soul Tool Chest, it could yield a variety of level-10 soul tools!
According to the lore of soul tools, a level-9 soul tool could unleash power comparable to that of an ordinary Titled Douluo or even a Super Douluo. Level-10 soul tools, however, could reach the destructive capabilities of an Extreme Douluo or even a demigod!
With Kesha's protection, Yao Xuan had no shortage of level-10 soul tools for defense.
Still, such tools were excellent for showing off or as gifts for his future harem members to ensure their safety.
"An excellent reward indeed," Yao Xuan mused.
Ding!
[Would you like to accept the task 'Conquer the Spirit Hall' and claim the spiritual control technique 'Soul Imprint' now?]
As Yao Xuan rejoiced in his heart, the system notification echoed again.
"Accept and claim," Yao Xuan calmly intoned in his mind.
Ding!
[Congratulations on successfully acquiring the technique 'Soul Imprint!]
As Yao Xuan gave the mental command, the knowledge of the Soul Imprint technique surged into his sea of consciousness!
The Soul Imprint was a powerful spiritual technique originating from the world of Swallowed Star. Modified by the system, it had become even stronger.
This secret art allowed the user to create and implant soul imprints into the sea of consciousness of their target, granting control through four distinct methods:
One, Puppet Soul Imprint. This imprint completely seals the target's soul, transforming them into a puppet devoid of self-awareness. The target retains only the most basic biological instincts and mechanically follows simple commands.
Once implanted, the target, though alive, becomes a walking corpse—an existence worse than death.
Two, Enslavement Soul Imprint. This imprint thoroughly subjugates the target's mind, converting them into the most loyal servant, executing all of Yao Xuan's commands without question.
Unlike the Puppet Soul Mark, this method preserves a portion of the target's self-awareness, enabling them to perform more complex tasks.
However, aside from unwavering loyalty and adherence to Yao Xuan's orders, the enslaved individual experiences no other emotions or thoughts of their own.
Three, Follower Soul Imprint. This imprint subtly alters the target's mind, elevating Yao Xuan to the position of the most respected and supreme existence in their heart. The target willingly dedicates themselves to Yao Xuan, even sacrificing their life if necessary.
With this imprint, the target retains their independent will and emotions. When not following orders, they can live as they choose.
However, if their will conflicts with Yao Xuan's, they will unhesitatingly prioritize his commands above all else.
And four, Companion Soul Imprint. This unique imprint, modified by the system from the Follower Soul Imprint, is tailored to Yao Xuan's specific needs.
Unlike the other imprints, the Companion Soul Imprint does not impose forceful control.
After implantation, the target's thoughts remain unaffected, and their free will is largely preserved. They may even harbor ideas of opposing Yao Xuan.
However, should they attempt to harm him, the imprint prevents any actions that might cause him harm.
Meanwhile, the Companion Soul Imprint subtly influences the target over time, increasing their dependency on and affection for Yao Xuan. Gradually, they come to view him as their closest, most cherished, and indispensable person, with no one else in their heart but him.
"Excellent! With the Soul Imprint, especially the Companion Soul Imprint, gaining control over Spirit Hall and Bibi Dong will be effortless. Let's go!"
Satisfied with the effects of the Soul Imprint, a faint smile played on Yao Xuan's lips as he headed toward the gates of Spirit City.
After verifying his identity and paying a silver soul coin as the entrance fee, Yao Xuan entered Spirit City.
The streets were rather sparse, with few pedestrians or shops in sight.
After all, only soul masters had the privilege of residing in Spirit City. Most soul masters, however, were preoccupied with cultivation and rarely roamed the streets.
"Directly meeting Bibi Dong might be unrealistic. Let's head to the Spirit Hall in Spirit City first."
With this thought, Yao Xuan proceeded toward the Spirit Hall located at the base of the Spirit Sacred Mountain.
In the world of Douluo Dalu, Spirit Hall consisted of six levels of organization; the Pope's Palace, the Spirit Temple of Spirit City, the Grand Halls in the capitals of the two empires, the Sub-Halls in major cities like Soutou City, the Branch Halls in smaller towns like Nuoding City, and the nominal Spirit Hall Outposts in every village.
The Spirit Hall in Spirit City, besides receiving commands from the Pope and Elders to oversee the operation of the entire Spirit Hall network, also trained young soul masters recruited into Spirit Hall.
"You there, little one! Are you lost? This is the Spirit Hall—not a playground. Go find your parents!"
The attendant at the Spirit Hall, adjusting her glasses, smiled as she addressed Yao Xuan.
"No, I'm not lost. I'm here to apply for admission to Spirit Hall!"
As he spoke, Yao Xuan presented the official certification issued by Su Yuntao.
"What? You're a prodigy with innate full soul power?!"
Hearing Yao Xuan's response and examining the official Spirit Hall documentation, the attendant's expression turned serious.
Her face shifted to one of astonished disbelief as she exclaimed in shock.