The Last King Of Darkness-Chapter 1563 - 740: Direction (2)
Rod suddenly thought of something: "Book, if I become the True King, will I be restricted?"
The Book of Knowledge pondered: "Master, I don’t think so. The Dream Realm is a completely different special pathway. When you awaken the Giant Star, you will possess the Root Origin. The Giant Star itself is the bearer of the Root Origin."
Rod’s heart was immediately filled with joy. If the Dream Realm is not restricted, then humanity can have another True King without any burden.
Those special Lives of Man must be the same. For example, as long as Alan can bypass the restrictions of fate and find a method to bear the Divine Soul and the Root Origin, he can become an unrestricted True King.
Rod conveyed his thoughts to everyone in another way.
Everyone suddenly became enthusiastic, and even the King showed an extremely joyful smile.
"Little Rod is right, we need to develop more pathways of power."
Amendo pondered: "It seems necessary to continue developing Calier and the Taboo Armament."
Professor Bins smiled: "And the War Magic Statue from the Mechanical Research Institute; who says that mechanical and steel combat bodies cannot reach the combat power of a True King?"
Professor Barrett loudly stated: "Indeed, the power of Spiritual Power Technology is limitless. When they master the Truth, they might be able to create war structures comparable to a True King."
Previously, few could accept such a viewpoint. Even if the War Magic Statue from the Mechanical Research Institute had already shone brightly on the battlefield, people would only consider it a temporary strength, not orthodox.
But now, everyone, including Dalin, accepted it in an instant.
"The two scholars are right. It seems we should also pay more attention to the Mechanical Research Institute’s war creations."
The King spoke solemnly.
"The more pathways to save the world, the better."
"We need more allies, so if one day, an Ancient God invades our homeland, we will have enough strength to confront it."
The King’s words received everyone’s agreement. The existence of Ancient Gods was terrifying, but they might not be without the strength to contend with them.
Everyone quickly reached a consensus that Trolian’s most important task is still the growth of combat power. They must have more High Rank Combatants, more Special Level Combatants, more Monarchs, and more True Kings.
The Spiritual Fire Series and Starfire Series of the Fire Holders remain the most crucial among all combat powers. More than 90% of Trolian’s strong individuals are Fire Holders.
After Bossivale’s adjustment, there is now a standardized and efficient system for the promotion of Fire Holders. The only lack now is the skyrocketing resource demand.
With the change in standards and the surge in numbers, if the resource demand runs at full capacity, it would be more than 500 times greater than two years ago.
This massive number is far beyond what Trolian can currently bear. They urgently need more resources.
And with the fall of the Blood God, a large area to the southwest no longer poses deadly threats.
Therefore, Dalin proposed a further expansion plan.
"Along the path we once opened to the Saint Reel Kingdom, we can continue to expand, and eventually include the original territory of Saint Reel into our map."
This incredibly grand plan shocked everyone. If Trolian truly expanded all the way and absorbed the entire Saint Reel and the area in between, their territory would expand to an unprecedented extent, with at least one-fifth of the Gray Soil Continent occupied by Trolian.
If all those resources are extracted, it would absolutely be enough to meet the full capacity operation of resource demand.
But the problem is, the difficulty of this plan is evident. Trolian has just completed an expansion, increasing its territory more than tenfold. These newly occupied lands have not been completely digested yet. Absorbing even larger lands again might lead to indigestion.
Dalin means to first swallow, then slowly digest. The fall of the Blood God has left those areas as "unowned" lands. Failing to occupy them seizes the opportunity wastefully.
"The defense should not be a concern, I’ve already looked into it. The Spirit’s Curtain from the Star Marrow Altar can still expand. As long as more soul resources are provided, it is entirely enough to create a super sanctuary occupying a fifth of a continent!"
Dalin’s tone looks confident, but he also admits that this plan is an immature one. He hadn’t planned on bringing it out at this time, but after understanding the truth about Ancient Gods, he couldn’t wait.
Humans need stronger power.
Everyone was somewhat hesitant, but they also leaned towards supporting him.
After discussion, the King decided to agree to his plan to a limited extent.
"First try to expand outward with some power, then fully expand when the time is mature."
Though Dalin felt a bit of regret, he accepted this scheme.
Besides the Fire Holders, the White Spirit Inheritors, Black Inheritors, and Unawakened have all been given attention. The research and development of these pathways have all been officially put on the agenda of the Royal City for the first time in history.
The Mechanical Research Institute received even greater support. The King decided to further promote the scholars mastering knowledge within Trolian, reaching a level of importance equal to the Fire Trial.
Rod even proposed various selection methods based on previous experience.
Of course, the development and cultivation of the Life of Man are the top priorities of everything, knowing that each Life of Man might be a special pathway to break through conventions.
And only Bossivale is competent for all this; hence, the King decided to specially equip him with a battle group to assist him in his work.
At the same time, the Jinwoosi Society and the Great Book Library will also participate to jointly study the correct growth paths for each Life of Man.
The second matter is to again search for human civilizations beyond Trolian.
No matter what, in this world shrouded by Black Fog, every additional human compatriot adds a point of strength against the Black Fog.
Moreover, the remaining two human civilizations should, in their view, be far more developed than Trolian.
In their eyes, calming the Black Fog is perceived as a near-divine feat.
If they can unite, their strength against the Black Fog will become even stronger.
Of course, this search is much more challenging than before, as the Investigation Legion has to leave the Gray Soil Continent to search for possible human civilizations on the other three continents.
The distance is unprecedentedly far, and the situation is exceptionally perilous.
The approach still needs research.
The final thing is to pursue past history and find the sealed mysteries.
Everything about Ancient Gods, so far, is merely hypothesis and speculation. They need to discover more secrets to understand everything about Them.
Rod and the King both believe that the secrets hidden within could potentially determine the future direction of the world.
As for the Divine Source Material, the King still gave it to Rod. He couldn’t use this special material; the essence of a True King and an Ancient God is different; his foundation has been established and cannot be changed.
Moreover, they haven’t mastered the way to use the Divine Source Material, and Rod hasn’t discovered any use for it, so he can only temporarily put it back into the Dream Realm.
When all discussions were concluded and dust settled, everyone couldn’t wait to leave the Holy Fire Sacrificial Ground, eager to return to their work.
The King also needed further healing. Though his injuries aren’t mortal, they are severe. The shattering of the Source Heavenly God Throne caused severe soul damage. Even with the best healing, full recovery will require a long time.
During this period, the King cannot fight, so he handed this heavy responsibility to Rod.
After all, he is the second strongest in Trolian, and aside from the King, no one is stronger than him.
Having just proven his administrative capacity and leadership, as well as having significant prestige.
Nobody is more suitable than him.
Rod initially was not very willing to take on this burden, but thinking of the potential for Divinity, he agreed.
The King seemed very happy: "Little Rod, with you handling things, I am very reassured. In the time I’m recuperating, Trolian is entrusted to you."
Rod felt some pressure but responded without hesitation: "Please rest assured, King, I am here for everything."
The King nodded and then sank into the Holy Fire.
Soul Master Priscilla followed him inside as she needed to heal the King’s wounds in the environment of the Holy Fire.
