Chapter 82: Negotiation

Two Level‑9 Soul Guide Masters?

Upon hearing Bosabei's request, Jinghongchen's eyelids twitched, suppressing his anger, and said: "Level‑9? And you want two! Do you think Level‑9 Soul Guide Devices are like cabbages?! I'll at most give you one Level‑8 Soul Guide Device!"

Hearing that, Bosabei blinked, sounding somewhat innocent: "Master, although I can't use this dragon rock crystal, I do know its price. Since two won't do, how about one, plus two Level‑8 Soul Guide Devices, and three hundred kilograms of golden crystal stone?"

"You!" Jinghongchen's face darkened. "What's the difference from the two Level‑9 Soul Guide Devices?"

"Anyway, the Level‑9 Soul Guide Devices can't be omitted." Bosabei wore a nonchalant, indifferent expression.

Suppressing the urge to slap Bosabei, Jinghongchen said coldly: "Each Level‑9 Soul Guide Device is a strategic asset for the Sun‑Moon Empire; it can't be handed over casually."

Bosabei blinked and said seriously: "Isn't that wrong, Master? Back at the Sea God Pavilion, you gave my teacher a Level‑9 Soul Guide Device, and it was only used as a ticket."

While speaking, Bosabei took out a Red Dust Blessing and waved it before Jinghongchen.

The blue veins on Jinghongchen's forehead throbbed "thump‑thump‑thump" nonstop.

This kid really brings up every pot that's not opened; what was the situation back then? If you hadn't given it, he might not have come back alive!

But he was choked by Bosabei's words and couldn't answer; his slightly flushed face suddenly turned a bit pale.

He slammed his hand onto the table and growled low: "At most two Level‑8 Soul Guide Devices, no more!"

Bosabei, looking carefree and smiling, said: "Master, how about this—we each compromise: one Level‑9, one Level‑8, what do you think?"

Hearing Bosabei's words, Jinghongchen only glanced up at him, his tone slightly softened.

"Fine, then one Level‑9 and one Level‑8." The reason he agreed to Bosabei's request was indeed his need for dragon rock crystal.

After all, Ming De Hall has been secretly researching humanoid Soul Guide Devices.

Currently they only lack the final core formation array, used as an energy source.

But this Soul Guide Device is crucial and has consumed a great deal of Ming De Hall's resources; it can be said to be a mech assembled entirely from Level‑9 Soul Guide Devices!

The most critical step, of course, cannot be sloppy.

Bosabei also breathed a sigh of relief; although he didn't know why Jinghongchen was so obsessed with dragon rock crystal, if he refused again, Bosabei would probably give up on demanding the Level‑9 Soul Guide Device.

Then Jinghongchen produced a fan and a long spear.

The fan was entirely purple, its surface covered with dense yet orderly golden patterns.

It was very light and thin; when unfolded, the fan leaf edges were as sharp as blades.

"This Level‑9 Soul Guide Device is called the Violet Spirit Fan; it can be used for offense or defense, is lightweight yet packs tremendous burst power, suitable for agile attack‑type Soul Guides.

After infusing soul power, it can swing a violet tornado; as for the rest, you can study it yourself," Jinghongchen said lightly.

The other spear was entirely crimson; at first glance it looked rather ordinary, the kind that blends into a pile of Soul Guide Devices.

But it truly was a Level‑8 Soul Guide Device.

After the exchange, Jinghongchen didn't leave immediately; he cleared his throat lightly and said: "One more thing, can you sell me that Soul Guide Storage System of yours?"

After the exchange was completed, Jinghongchen did not leave immediately, but instead gave a light cough and then said, "There is still one matter: can you sell me the technology of your Soul Guide Storage System?"

"Master, forget about the Soul Guide Storage System; I'll never sell it." Whether it belongs to Ming De Hall or Shrek, he won't hand it over; it must stay in his own hands.

"Young man, don't be so premature," Jinghongchen said confidently with a smile, and three Soul Guide Devices suddenly appeared in his hand.

Each Soul Guide Device shimmered with flowing light.

Obviously, all three were Level‑9!

Xiaohongchen and Menghongchen, standing nearby, stared in amazement; if they could comprehend that Jinghongchen previously traded one Level‑9 and one Level‑8 Soul Guide Device for dragon rock crystal, they could understand that, but this time exchanging three Level‑9 Soul Guide Devices for a technology, they truly couldn't grasp it.

But it's not their fault; after all, they have little experience, and only Jinghongchen knows how crucial the Soul Guide Storage System is.

Once in hand, they could swiftly assemble armies of a million people, or even more.

And each person could be equipped with a Soul Guide Device.

Then, even conquering an entire continent would be a piece of cake.

Bosabei looked at Jinghongchen, then at the three Soul Guide Devices, shook his head, and said seriously: "Master, you should know where I come from; to be blunt, Shrek and Ming De Hall aren't friends. Even if they are now, that doesn't mean they'll remain so."

Bosabei looked at Jinghongchen, then at the three Soul Guide Devices, still shook his head, and said seriously, "Hall Master, you should know where I come from. To speak bluntly, Shrek and Ming De Hall are not friends; even if they are now, that does not mean they will remain so."

"That's truly a pity. Since you won't sell, I won't force the issue." After saying this, Jinghongchen turned and left.

After exiting the laboratory, a cold glint flashed in his eyes, a hint of sarcasm in his heart.

"Hum, even if you don't sell to me, what of it? Since you chose to expose yourself, it's natural that I'm not the only one who wants it; surely those others will act as well."

Jinghongchen's guess was correct; the major figures behind the three underground world powers also took notice of Bosabei.

Among them was the Holy Spirit Sect.

After all, the Holy Spirit Sect's leader Ye Xishui is also a genius Soul Guide Master, naturally very interested in the Soul Guide Storage System.

After all, the leader of the Holy Spirit Sect, Ye Xishui, is also a talented Soul Guide Master, and naturally takes great interest in the Soul Guide Storage System.

Time flew by; four months after that competition, Bosabei had also begun manufacturing Level‑3 Soul Guide Devices.

Seeing the Level‑3 remote Soul Guide Cannon in Bosabei's hand, Jinghongchen felt a hidden dread.

Three months ago he was only a Level‑2 Soul Guide Master; now three months later he's risen to Level‑3, and in a few months he'll likely reach Level‑4—truly terrifying.

If Bosabei knew Jinghongchen's thoughts, he'd probably sneer inwardly.

Do you know what cheating is?

If cheating still can't beat you, then what's the point of cheating?

It's worth mentioning that Guyuenna reached the level of a Level‑1 Soul Guide Master a month ago.

Jinghongchen also noted that Guyuenna's talent is impressive; placed in Ming De Hall she could be called a genius.

Menghongchen stretched lazily, showing off her graceful figure, excitedly tugged Bosabei's shoulder, and cheerfully said: "Then let's go test the power of your Soul Guide Device, shall we?"

Seeing this, Xiaohongchen's mouth opened wide, unable to fathom how his sister had been turned into this.

Jinghongchen, also a bit speechless, said irritably: "Alright, Meng, mind your image; don't rush the Soul Guide Device test. It's getting late; let's go tomorrow."

Jinghongchen was also somewhat speechless, and said irritably, "All right, Meng, mind your image; there's no rush to test the Soul Guide Device now, and it's not early either—let's go again tomorrow."

(End of Chapter)