221 Expected Fortuitous Encounter from the Beard Gang
"This will be the foundation, make sure there are no leaks!"
"Yes, Lord!" Said the trio in unison.
"Good, have you found those two I told you about?"
"Yes Master, the Beard Gang Brothers are staying in an inn in the city. Should I initiate contact?" Kaiser asked.
Arthur shook his head, "Nevermind, let them be for now."
The brothers Arthur asked about are the very same two fellows he met at the restaurant when he first came to Blue Crystal City.
It was by tracking them that he found Suo Hao's dwelling cave.
Arthur then stood up with thoughtful expression crossing his face.
His gaze focused on the ring Suo Hao gave to him which he had enhanced. It pulsed with newfound energy runes, a set of modifications made.
'He said I can freely teleport anywhere within 10,000 miles.'
"I'll be leaving now," Arthur said
Then, in a decision to both test the ring's capabilities and, perhaps, to display his growing prowess, Arthur decided to teleport away.
He vanished from the hall in an instant, leaving behind a subtle disturbance in the air.
In the blink of an eye, he reappeared in a distant location, far beyond the boundaries of Blue Crystal City.
The trio, returning to the hall with their mission complete, was met with a scene of Arthur's sudden disappearance.
"He's gone?" Kaiser exclaimed, awe and excitement mingling in his voice.
"He must have teleported," Tanik speculated, confusion forming on his face. "Our master is more mysterious and powerful than we thought."
Brandon, nodded in agreement, "But isn't it impossible to teleport like they except with a teleportation device?"
"Yes but since those no longer exist there is only one other way," Kaiser narrowed his eyes.
"You mean?" Tanik looked at him.
"The Space Dao."
'Secrets were currencies in the intricate dance of power,' Arthur thought, and he must be prudent with his expenditures.
Soon, his attention shifted to the hidden gems within Blue Crystal City, his clandestine force weaving its threads through the fabric of power.
'Those Beard Gang fellows, they should lead me to another place of fortuitous encounter like before.'
'I haven't been able to check people's fate and luck value. But if I can make a little more advancement in the Fate Gem it should be possible.'d
...
Days passed, and the trio diligently cultivated within their respective sects.
The Soul Seal Technique worked its subtle magic, reinforcing their loyalty while they discovered the magnificent surprise Arthur promised.
This made them cultivate like mad men as they experienced what it felt to have their talent suddenly double up overnight.
When Kaiser, Tanik, and Brandon returned, their expressions held a mix of satisfaction and anticipation.
They had successfully implemented the slave seal within the factions, and Arthur sensed the threads of influence extending further.
"It's done, Master," Kaiser spoke, his eyes reflecting the success of their mission.
Arthur nodded, a glint of approval in his eyes. "Good. Now, one more thing."
He handed each of them a peculiar talisman, its surface engraved with intricate runes.
"Place these within the core areas of your respective sects. When activated, they will increase the density of essence energy within a certain area."
Arthur brought out another seal, "While this one will conceal the energy undulations from prying eyes."
The trio exchanged glances, their curiosity piqued by the mysterious gift.
Arthur's air of confidence instilled trust, and they accepted the task with unwavering determination.
As they departed to carry out their assignments, Arthur leaned back in the throne, his eyes fixed on the city beyond.
The shadows of power had deepened, and the clandestine network he built pulsated with potential.
'One step at a time,' he mused, 'this grand play is just beginning.'
He looked at the ceiling or rather.
'Dear, Grand Heavenly Dao.'