Blue Silver Grass Strategy (Douluo Dalu Fiction)

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The Howling Wind Market is neither too large nor too small. These people basically see each other frequently, and occasionally compete for lucrative mercenary tasks from wealthy patrons, or they might fight over high-value soul beasts they encounter in the canyon that are easy to handle.

However, from Ling Yi's observations, these individuals all have decent dispositions, and the competition is relatively healthy, with no deep-seated grudges or underhanded tactics.

With Ling Yi, a central figure, now involved, they also have the idea of getting closer to one another.

This market near the Howling Wind Canyon, in terms of scale, is no less bustling than an ordinary town, and these people are all locals who have put down roots here.

Apart from the top-ranked Soul King among the top ten experts, who is a lone wolf, the other three are outsiders who have come here.

As the saying goes:

Where there are people, there is a 'jianghu' (a term for the world of martial arts and chivalry), and with it, come issues of power dynamics and factional alignments.

In the past month, under Ling Yi's intentional and unintentional guidance, the Soul Masters who make a living in Howling Wind Market have started to discuss two viewpoints: 'unity and cooperation' and 'individual combat'.

Apart from a few with strong personalities and a couple of steady strategists like Shu Xin, Yu Liang, and Chen Yuanzhi, all have engaged in a certain degree of coordination and contact.

Kang Zhan was previously part of the steady faction.

Now, it seems he is willing to cooperate with Shu Xin and the others?

Although he is about to leave, Ling Yi feels genuinely gratified to see this.

These people are all potential supporters for when he becomes stronger in the future. They don't need to be as trustworthy as his personally cultivated confidants, but for matters related to Ling Yi, they can be a significant force as long as they are paid market price.

Ling Yi may not need these forces to do dangerous or high-difficulty tasks, but even in ordinary times, they can be a noteworthy asset.

For example, bringing them into the Blacksmith Association Shuimu Principality Branch!

Under Ling Yi's construction and planning, the Blacksmith Association Shuimu Principality Branch has, over the past two years, unified the blacksmiths and their families into a relatively complete organization.

More than 80% of the members of this organization are blacksmiths, ranging from apprentices to senior blacksmiths.

The remaining 20% are mostly relatives of blacksmiths with Soul Master potential!

It has been mentioned before that Soul Masters can easily switch or take on blacksmithing as a part-time job, while ordinary people, limited by their strength, find it extremely difficult to become senior blacksmiths.

The Blacksmith Association naturally takes blacksmiths as its main body. Even if one does not have the talent of a Soul Master, as long as they become a blacksmith, they can join.

Of course, this was initially to recruit more members, so they accepted anyone who came.

Under the planning of Ling Yi, his master Mr. Jin, and vice-presidents like Fu Shan and Li Qiang, once the association is on track, the entry threshold will be raised to junior blacksmiths.

In this case, it seems that Soul Masters who have not learned blacksmithing do not meet the entry criteria?

Otherwise, if not for the existence of the old established forces in the principality, Ling Yi would have long urged the other vice-presidents to bring in some closely related Soul Masters and their families into the association.

As vice-president of the association, the stronger the association, the more substantial resources they can mobilize!

If the Blacksmith Association Shuimu Principality Branch only recruits blacksmiths, it might as well be called the 'Blacksmiths' Association'.

But a union of blacksmiths alone cannot satisfy Ling Yi's vision for his future power base.

Blacksmiths should focus on forging high-quality works.

Purchasing raw materials, selling finished ironware, and transportation should be handled by a dedicated team of Soul Masters.

Unfortunately, Ling Yi's current strength is too weak, and Lou Gao is too far away. To avoid provoking the major forces of Waterwood Principality led by Duke Mu Feng, Ling Yi cannot openly absorb Soul Master groups like Kang Zhan and Shu Xin into the Blacksmith Association Shuimu Principality Branch.

He can only take a roundabout approach, first gathering Soul Masters who are friendly to him, allowing them to form a significant Soul Master group in a certain area, and on the other hand, working hard to strengthen his foundation and make his future words more influential.

In the future, forming a Mercenary Union on the Douluo Continent with Soul Master groups like Kang Zhan is not out of the question!

Pursuing both paths simultaneously is the optimal development strategy for now!

...

Time slipped by as Ling Yi conversed with Kang Zhan and the others.

When Zhang Mufeng and Ye Luo walked up to Ling Yi, Kang Zhan and the others suddenly realized that the time for farewell had arrived.

Ling Yi was just too good at conversation!

Whether it was the steady Kang Zhan, the introverted Yu Liang, the fiery Chen Yuanzhi who likes to be straightforward, or the seemingly charming and passionate but actually cold and cautious Shu Xin, regardless of their preferences and dislikes, Ling Yi could quickly perceive them and adjust the conversation accordingly.

Even though he was facing four people, each felt that Ling Yi placed them at the forefront of the conversation while also considering the other three.

Moreover, the topics he discussed were exactly what they enjoyed.

Ling Yi's unique speaking style, completely different from the locals of the Douluo Continent, gave them a refreshing feeling, and they subconsciously thought that Ling Yi was a unique individual.

After silently thanking the voice actress from his past life and wishing her a smooth career, Ling Yi thanked each person who came to see him off.

Whether it was a Three-Ring Soul Venerable, a Two-Ring Great Soul Master, a One-Ring Soul Master, a Soul Scholar who barely entered the Soul Master realm, or a common shop assistant with no soul power, everyone felt Ling Yi's genuine kindness and closeness.

At this moment, in the eyes of nearly three hundred people, Ling Yi seemed to be radiating a light!

Bathed in the morning sunlight, Ling Yi truly had a glow about him. He mounted a jet-black horse with snow-white hooves, clasped his hands in a salute, and said loudly, "It's hard to part after a joyful gathering, but farewells are inevitable. Until we meet again, everyone, see you later—!"

With that, Ling Yi flicked the reins and galloped down the road, with Zhang Mufeng, Long Yin, and Qing Qiu Xin following on their horses. Ye Luo and Yue Qing led their teammates, riding horses and driving carriages, to follow.

Watching the receding figure, Kang Zhan patted the dejected Kang Zhao on the shoulder, "What's wrong? Do you want to follow him?"

Kang Zhao turned to look at his older brother, who was over twenty years his senior, and remained silent for a moment.

"You, kid—" Kang Zhan lifted his large hand from Kang Zhao's shoulder and pointed at his forehead, saying, "You've always liked to keep your thoughts to yourself.

Ten years ago, when your soul power awakened, the Soul Temple's steward invited you to join, but you refused...

A few days ago, you silently blocked that beast's escape route..."

"I think only someone like Ling Xiaoge can help you develop your character—"

Ranting on, he saw that Kang Zhao remained silent. Kang Zhan shook his head and said, "Alright, I was thinking that once you become a Soul Venerable, I'll send you to Wood Plant City to find Ling Xiaoge and learn from him.

Whether it's blacksmithing or healing, the most important thing is the ability to interact with people. Before reaching a certain level of strength, this is a 'divine skill'—"

At the Blue Silver Cottage, the crowd watched Ling Yi leave. Not far away, at the canyon entrance, a group of armored soldiers also watched Ling Yi and his companions depart.

In the Howling Wind Market, sighs echoed from several courtyards and residences.

Some sounded regretful, some relieved, some at peace...

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Plot preview: Returning home, creating the 'Basic Internal Energy / Breathing Technique', researching the principles of soul conductors.

Achieving results by the end of the month, reaching the Soul Venerable level, the book will enter the third volume, and then head to the Tian Dou Empire to interact with the original characters.

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