Immortal Supreme: Sovereign of the Grand Dao

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."

"It is that powerful?"

"Yes. I know you must be thinking that if the physique is so powerful I should be stronger than this right?"

Arthur nodded, "Yes, so why?"

"The truth is I have only awakened less than 1% of my physique. As for the method to awaken my physique fully, no one in upper realms knows...well almost."

"No one knows?"

"Yes, no one has that information available. But there is one person who should but that figure should no longer exist."

"Who is that?"

"Kaze Lordrick, the Dao Soul Immortal."

Arthur nodded in thought, "You can't meet him?"

"No, he disappeared countless years ago and it was from his writings that I even knew what my physique was. Previously, I thought it was the usual six desires physique but it isn't."

"Although, I can only manifest the power of the six desires which is an aspect of every man's soul. Hence, I just refer to my physique as such."

"I see. If I find a way to evolve and fully awaken your physique one day, I'll help you," Arthur said while thinking, 'As you as you fully submit that is.'

Meanwhile Cora smiled at Arthur's words, "You've said it, don't go back on your words in the future," she threw a jade slip at him and disappeared.

While in her heart she also thought, 'I wish that were possible, but only the Dao Soul Supreme can help me.' Nôv(el)B\\jnn

As he unraveled the contents of the jade slip with his soul power, intricate runes glowed, revealing the secrets of the Soul Seal Technique.

Arthur's eyes absorbed the information, committing it to memory.

"Thank you, Cora," he said, knowing she heard him.

As the contents of this technique was comprehended by Arthur, his mind was already focused on the next steps of his plan.

Awakening the memories of his past incarnations had given him a new perspective on what he should be doing.

'Before I tried creating a force because I found it interesting and just wanted to laze around but now...'

'This can assist me for a far greater purpose,' his gaze became firm much more than ever before.

'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!"