Chapter 2425: Chapter 2425
Ye Liuyun pondered for a moment. Since forming an alliance wasn’t something that could be resolved immediately, the focus of their cooperation naturally shifted to the supply of Swift Falcons.
He was well aware that Swift Falcons weren’t just useful in space battles—they could also provide significant support in ground combat.
So he frankly told Xiao Qiwu, "I don’t have a single Swift Falcon left in my possession—they’ve all been sold to the Sacred Dynasty. Honestly, the Sacred Dynasty could attempt to replicate them. As for the materials needed to manufacture them, I don’t have any surplus either. If they settle for standard materials, the defensive capabilities would be significantly weaker, though the offensive power wouldn’t be as heavily affected."
Xiao Qiwu then cautiously probed, "The Sacred Dynasty is indeed researching replication, but some of the internal mechanisms of certain components are proving difficult to decipher. As for materials, they don’t have much either. However, they’ve been salvaging and recycling damaged Swift Falcons to melt down and reuse.
Would it be possible for you to sell them the complete design schematics of the Swift Falcon and let them figure it out themselves?"
Ye Liuyun immediately consulted with Tong Xin and Qiong Qi. They agreed that selling the design information was feasible, as their newly developed Eagle-class fighters had surpassed the Swift Falcons in many aspects, rendering the latter obsolete in comparison.
Thus, Ye Liuyun agreed without hesitation—but on one condition: he would negotiate the price directly with Black Kill and sell the schematics to them. What Black Kill chose to do with the Sacred Dynasty afterward was none of his concern.
Dealing with the Sacred Dynasty had always been exhausting for him. They never took him seriously, and frankly, he had no desire to engage with them again.
Xiao Qiwu readily agreed and promptly settled on a price with Ye Liuyun.
He produced ten blue crystals and ten red crystals—precisely the kind Ye Liuyun had been searching for to enhance his soul and bloodline.
"I know you’ve been looking for these," Xiao Qiwu said. "And on top of that, ten energy orbs infused with primordial essence. How does that sound?"
"Mind telling me where these crystals were found?" Ye Liuyun asked, barely containing his excitement despite the surge of joy in his heart.
"They were discovered during an expedition into a hidden realm. Youming was part of that exploration team. Some of the resources found there were distributed among the participants on the spot, some were stored as rewards within Black Kill, and the rest... well, the royal family claimed their share."
"This is all I have left on hand. Since you’ve been so forthcoming with the Swift Swallow’s design details, I won’t hold anything back either!" Xiao Qiwu spoke candidly to Ye Liuyun.
"Very well then. But I’ll need triple the amount of primordial energy in return. Designing the Swift Swallow wasn’t a solo effort—it took an entire team of artifact smiths countless hours of research and experimentation to perfect.
They deserve proper compensation. And let me tell you, the Swift Swallow’s design is absolutely worth every bit. Once the Sacred Dynasty obtains it, they can start production immediately." Ye Liuyun laid out his terms without hesitation.
"Deal!" Xiao Qiwu agreed readily. Resources were hardly an issue for the affluent Sacred Dynasty; this was mere pocket change to them.
With that settled, Xiao Qiwu handed over the promised resources while Ye Liuyun transmitted the complete Swift Swallow blueprint—every component’s specifications, dimensions, and forging methods meticulously documented.
Xiao Qiwu, being no novice, recognized quality when he saw it. A single glance told him these schematics were production-ready.
"How about we exchange contact methods for future correspondence?" Xiao Qiwu suggested.
Ye Liuyun promptly provided a communication talisman of his own—no sense using the Sacred Dynasty’s tracking-enabled devices.
Only then did Xiao Qiwu dismiss Ye Liuyun to await training commencement.
Upon returning, Ye Liuyun noticed the other martial artists awaiting training eyeing him differently. Anyone personally summoned by the Black Kill commander must hold special status.
Though most assumed it was merely political connections at play.
"Useless background won’t save you when the Death March begins! Weaklings die regardless!" someone sneered within earshot.
Ye Liuyun couldn’t be bothered to respond. He immediately retreated to his spatial realm, summoning Tong Xin and Qiong Qi.
"I’ve secured some premium resources—credit goes to you both, so you’ll get your share."
As he spoke, he produced the acquired treasures, explaining each item’s properties with animated gestures.
"You’ve already helped me so much, and resources are never in short supply. I don’t necessarily need these to boost my strength. I’ll just take two crystals." Tong Xin picked up one blue crystal and one red crystal.
"Mind if I take a few more of these goodies?" Qiong Qi grinned at Ye Liuyun.
"Not at all. The Flying Swallow was developed by you and Tong Xin—you deserve the lion’s share!" Ye Liuyun didn’t bat an eye.
Qiong Qi didn’t actually take too much either, just two red and two blue crystals.
With exaggerated bravado, he clapped Ye Liuyun on the shoulder. "Since you’re being such a stand-up guy, I’ll go easy this time. Save the rest for yourself—you’ll need every edge you can get on this suicide mission. Don’t go dying and dragging us down, got it?"
"Ha, must you always sound so abrasive?"
Ye Liuyun chuckled, knowing full well they were deliberately leaving the best resources for him. Gratitude warmed his chest.
"Too much praise’ll go to your head! Now scram and train—quit bothering us!" Qiong Qi shooed him away with a wave.
Without delay, Ye Liuyun retreated into the Profound Void Stone and began absorbing the red and blue crystals.
His cultivation had only recently broken through, so further immediate advancement wasn’t feasible. But strengthening his divine soul and power of bloodline would still bolster his chances of survival.
He also gave one crystal each to Lei Ming and the Dragon Maiden, ensuring they could enhance their abilities as well. Once improved, their strength might prove crucial when the time came.
The remaining crystals, Ye Liuyun used for himself and his doppelgänger. If he fell, everyone within his spatial world would suffer the consequences. His safety now meant the safety of millions.
After absorbing all the crystals, both his and his doppelgänger’s divine soul and power of bloodline had doubled. Now, even against an opponent like Liao Yunyang, he could confidently launch a soul attack.
His soul force had once again far surpassed his other abilities, becoming his ultimate trump card.
Moreover, in battle—augmented by the power of heaven and earth, his profound energy, and the oppressive force of his bloodline—he no longer needed to exhaust Liao Yunyang’s true essence to defeat him. Victory was within reach much sooner.
Even Liao Yunyang was astonished by Ye Liuyun’s rapid advancement in strength.
Seizing the remaining time, Ye Liuyun used the Energy Conversion Stones to directly transform the energy within the two Origin Force crystal spheres into profound essence, absorbing it effortlessly. Each time he absorbed the energy, he could immediately feel both the quality and quantity of his profound essence surging.
"My cultivation speed seems to be accelerating again!" Ye Liuyun thought to himself with quiet excitement. "This must be the benefit of breaking through the tenth level of the Immortal Realm!"
With the enhancement of his soul and strength, his comprehension of the power of heaven and earth had also deepened. Now, he could harness even more of the world’s natural energy than before.
