220 Dao Soul Immortal
"I need the Soul Seal Technique you have."
"You want my soul secret art?"
Arthur nodded.
Cora's eyes flickered with curiosity at Arthur's request.
She had seen the three fellows that just left but she could only wonder what Arthur was playing at.
"The Soul Seal Technique? Interesting. What do you need it for?" Cora inquired, her expression a mix of amusement and intrigue.
Arthur leaned back on the throne, his gaze piercing through the shadows of the hidden hall.
"I want to bind the souls of Kaiser, Tanik, and Brandon to mine using your secret art which I have discovered to be quite peculiar," Arthur looked at her knowingly.
"It's a necessary step to ensure our collective loyalty," Arthur explained.
Cora's eyes widened slightly, "You're building quite the network. But I must say, that it is a wise thing to do."
"If only I had established a force back then, so many things would not have happened," Cora sighed.
Arthur ignored her 'drama' and continued, "You once told me of a version of the art that is able to work in a way whereby the seal also enhances the people's martial power."
"How does that work?" Arthur leaned forward.
"Oh that, well..."
Arthur marveled at what he just heard.
"So you mean that it will increase their perception of the Dao and thereby make them cultivate faster and also have a perfect coordination in battle!"
"Yes, it's awesome right?" Cora smiled.
"Indeed, I never knew you were such an advanced master of the Soul Dao which is one of the Supreme Dao."
"Hmm, that can be attributed to my physique which can only exist once in a trillion years."
'I have changed,' Arthur noted.
'I was never so determined like now. Did I lack it before or was it simply hidden away by lack of complete memories?' he wondered.
The city outside continued its bustling rhythm, unaware of the clandestine power play transpiring in its depths.
Arthur, now armed with the Soul Seal Technique, contemplated the delicate balance of influence he sought to maintain. His path was shrouded in shadows and mysteries, each step calculated to ensure the growth of his dominion.
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In the dimly lit hall of shadows, Arthur extended his hand, revealing a small, ornate scroll.
The seal within it held the servant version of the ancient technique he had acquired from Cora, a technique that wielded power over the souls of others.
"Alright," Arthur's voice resonated with authority, "with this technique, our bonds will deepen. Your souls will be bound to mine, and anyone you ensnare with the seal will be under your control and, by extension, mine."
The trio, Kaiser, Tanik, and Brandon, regarded the scroll with a mix of curiosity and anticipation.
They willingly accepted the binding, recognizing the potency of the technique Arthur bestowed upon them.
As the ancient seals settled upon their souls, a luminous mark appeared on each of their foreheads before swiftly disappearing.
Arthur nodded when he saw that they didn't hesitate or contemplate one but before receiving the seal.
'It could be my charisma stat working for me,' he jokingly thought while his facial remained unperturbed.
"Now," Arthur commanded, "place everyone within the Sky Serpent Sect, the Crimson Moon Sect, and the Stormwind Alliance under the slave seal."
The trio nodded in unison, understanding the gravity of the task. Once complete, they were to use the talisman Arthur handed them to establish contact.
"Moreover, there is a surprise waiting for all who are under the seal," Arthur smirked.
"A surprise, Master?" Kaiser asked but Arthur only smiled in response.
The trio looked at each other and kept silent, understanding that it wasn't the time to ask.
"Try cultivating for a few days before putting the factions on the seal. That way, you will know what to tell them about it."
With a flicker of a determined gaze, Arthur added, "This will be the foundation, make sure there are no leaks!"