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Yang Wudi looked at Niu Gao with suspicion, sidling up to him and whispering, "So, Old Rhino, how was it? Didn't I tell you the truth?"

Niu Gao chuckled awkwardly. "Alright, I'll admit I was beaten fair and square. That was only the initial state of Su Ming's Susanoo. If he'd used the full form, he'd probably have sliced me in half with one strike…"

Yang Wudi leaned in, speaking in a conspiratorial tone, "Good thing you gave in when you did. Let me tell you the truth: the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan has a new leader. Yu Yuanzhen was cut down in one strike by Su Ming's full Susanoo."

"What? Is that true?" Niu Gao was so shocked he raised his voice, drawing everyone's attention.

"Why didn't you just tell me earlier?" Niu Gao muttered, holding Yang Wudi in a headlock.

Yang Wudi pushed his hand away and replied with a smirk, "You didn't give me the chance, did you? Do you remember how confident you were? Claiming you're not as fragile as me? I almost hoped you wouldn't surrender, just so we'd see how tough your hide really is against Su Ming's Susanoo blades."

Niu Gao conceded with a grumble. "Fine, I admit I was too cocky."

Turning away from Yang Wudi's teasing, Niu Gao addressed Su Ming. "Su Ming, I keep my word. From this day on, the Defense Clan is yours, but like Old Yang, we'll only take orders from you."

Su Ming smiled. "That arrangement is ideal. Elder Niu Gao, I'll give you a little preview: within a month, Spirit Hall will be establishing itself as the Spirit Empire. Do you know what that implies?"

Niu Gao's eyes widened at the news. Clearly, the situation on the continent was reaching a critical point, and if Spirit Hall established an empire, it would greatly undermine the interests of the two existing empires.

After some thought, Niu Gao said, "Well, there's little doubt the Heaven Dou and Star Luo Empires will join forces to counter Spirit Hall. Though Spirit Hall has many powerful individuals, the two empires have millions of soldiers. It won't be easy to defeat them—unless Bibi Dong or you attain godhood soon."

"Plus, if Spirit Hall declares itself an empire, that's a declaration of war. Innocent people will suffer as a result."

Su Ming replied, "Elder Niu Gao, you're not entirely wrong, but your outlook is short-sighted."

"Let me ask you this: even if Spirit Hall doesn't establish an empire or start a war, are people happy now? Most commoners struggle to get by, with barely enough to eat or wear. Some are even reduced to slavery by nobles.

"Just look at your clan. You're all Spirit Masters, yet life is still tight. Think of those commoners who have no one to rely on—they're even worse off. Spirit Hall's actions may bring hardship to some, but in the long run, a united continent will see improved lives for all."

"For example, Spirit Hall can expand its branches everywhere, supervising local authorities, and offering free Spirit Awakening for all. Basic infrastructure would also be extended to remote areas, which is where your Defense Clan would come in."

"I understand the Four Great Single-Attribute Clans have some reservations about Spirit Hall. But that's a matter of perspective, not right or wrong. Spirit Hall, strictly speaking, is an organization for commoners, and once it unifies the continent…"

Hearing Su Ming's vision for the future left Yang Wudi and Niu Gao astounded. Neither had expected Su Ming's ambitions to be so vast.

Xiao Wu and A Yin's eyes sparkled as they gazed at Su Ming. They found this side of him irresistibly charming, and it was part of why they were drawn to him.

With a thump on his chest, Niu Gao declared, "Alright! If there's one thing we in the Defense Clan excel at, it's building. Leave that to us!"

Su Ming grinned. "That's perfect. Elder Niu Gao, the Defense Clan will play a pivotal role in Spirit Hall."

"Think about it: you've done so much for the Clear Sky Clan, yet they treated you with utter disregard. For them, only those with the Clear Sky Hammer were 'family.' You've made countless sacrifices for them, yet what have they given you in return? Anything truly beneficial?"

"Spirit Hall is different. Here, merit leads to advancement, with rewards for contributions."

"Once Spirit Hall becomes the Spirit Empire, we'll establish a 'Mission Hall' where various tasks will be posted: construction jobs, medicinal projects. Completing these tasks will earn points, which can then be exchanged for rewards—soul tools, talismans, you name it."

Su Ming's statement piqued everyone's interest. A system of points for completing tasks with transparent rewards? They could even earn soul bones if they accumulated enough points!

Yang Wudi had questions. "Su Ming, what do you mean by different types of soul tools and talismans? Aren't soul tools mainly for storage? And what exactly is a talisman?"

With a mysterious smile, Su Ming replied, "Be patient. Once the Speed Clan arrives, you'll all get to see what an offensive soul tool is and discover the power of talismans."