In short, he never pinned his greatest hopes on divine inheritance; what he trusted most has always been himself.
If there's divine inheritance, great; if not, he relies on himself.
The mystery of attaining divinity is something he often ponders during cultivation; all his cultivation efforts are geared towards this direction.
The details of the divine position are unknown to these Immortal Grasses, so Su Yu naturally can exaggerate at will.
The effect is significant, leaving Su Yu dumbfounded.
Of course, Su Yu didn't completely deceive them.
...
After absorbing the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower, Kong Deming's Soul Power increased by one level, reaching Level 97.
Then, the absorption of the Damask Tulip did not increase Soul Power, but according to Kong Deming, it provided substantial enhancement.
"Xiaoyu, you can give Mirror the Golden Dragon Sweet Potato Fruit we prepared for him. Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen can't absorb it yet, so it's unnecessary to hand it over to them now."
Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen are close to breaking through to the Soul Emperor realm, but clearly, even with Immortal Grass sacrifices, their Sixth Ring can't endure it.
This is a hard flaw.
"I will notify Mirror to urge them to strengthen their physique and Spiritual Power."
The absorption of Soul Spirits greatly tests Spiritual Power; if it's sufficient, one can even convert Soul Spirits first without absorbing Soul Rings, and grant them at an opportune moment.
But obviously, they don't meet the standards.
...
Mingde Hall.
Holding the Golden Dragon Sweet Potato Fruit entwined with Dragon Qi in his hand, Mirror Hongchen sincerely thanked Su Yu.
"Xiaoyu, thank you so much this time."
"Hall Master has also helped me a lot these past years; it's only right."
Mirror Hongchen quickly delegated his tasks and then went to his private laboratory, where he consumed the Golden Dragon Sweet Potato Fruit.
A phantom of a toad emerged behind him.
As time passed, an elusive Dragon Might dispersed from the toad, which also altered its form, becoming more imposingly majestic.
A heavy sense came rushing towards him.
"Xiaoyu, thank you so much this time."
Mirror Hongchen refined the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd Fruit rapidly, with a sense of ease.
The medicinal power inside the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd Fruit also acted swiftly.
Mirror Hongchen, whose body was exceedingly empty due to excessive medication, found that his originally unstable foundation was solidified with the help of the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd Fruit.
His level did not achieve a breakthrough.
The original deficiency was far too great.
However, under the transformation of the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd, Mirror Hongchen's Soul Power became much more substantial than Soul Masters of the same level.
From being originally unstable to a leading figure among peers.
The effect of the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd Fruit has reached its best.
Even though his Soul Power didn't break through, Mirror Hongchen was still immensely grateful to Su Yu, aware of the transformation he underwent within three short hours.
The Toad Martial Soul itself is a top-level Martial Soul, but due to excessive medication, his Soul Power had been stuck at Level 94 for over ten years.
Now he can sense that the barrier before him has vanished.
Outside the Soul Core, his meridians surged with abundant Soul Power.
Gaseous, liquid, and solid Soul Power intertwined.
If he organizes this Soul Power into a perfect cycle, he can break through to Level 95.
Moreover, his aptitudes seemed refreshed, still offering room for growth.
The future looks promising; Mirror Hongchen is filled with emotion, understandably grateful to Su Yu for bringing this hope.
Upon hearing that his grandchildren also have Immortal Grass, Mirror Hongchen nearly kneeled before Su Yu.
His eyes flickered, staring at Su Yu.
"Xiaoyu, you're already sixteen, aren't you?"
"Yes, Hall Master, I'm sixteen, yet not a god."
Su Yu's words completely disrupted Mirror Hongchen's plan, leaving him speechless.
What nonsense are you spouting!
Mirror Hongchen's original intentions were entirely derailed, with no desire to continue the conversation.
"Sigh, you leave first; I want some peace."
"By the way, the Cultivation Method Research Institute has new achievements; go take a look. Also, Xuan Ziweng seems to have new progress. After you return, rest for a few months to digest your realm."
Mirror Hongchen suffered immensely from an unstable realm, thus imparting his experience.
Rising from Level 67 to Level 73 within a year, this terrifying speed needs thorough refinement; otherwise, it will definitely become a major obstacle for further advancement.
Su Yu might not be stuck at Level 94 like Mirror Hongchen, but what about Level 98, or the step to Level 99, to divinity?
Given Su Yu's talent, he and Kong Deming have long targeted Su Yu's growth towards the nebulous divine level.
After listening to Mirror Hongchen, Su Yu headed towards the research institute.
"Director."
Upon entering the office, seeing the numerous reports on his desk, Su Yu summoned Cheng Yun to assist in organizing them.
"Hmm, help me sift through these reports."
"Okay."
In the following three days, Su Yu diligently worked within the research institute.
Having understood the utility of faith, Su Yu became interested in these foundational research projects.
Particularly, the Universal Technique project, most widely applicable to almost all Soul Masters.
Su Yu reviewed the research outcomes one by one, then began evaluating them.
Meanwhile, the "Clear" and "Bright" runes in his Sea of Spirit radiated purple brilliance, amalgamating numerous insights.
His cultivation insights also blended into the perfection of the Universal Technique.
His comprehension of Soul Rings, Martial Souls, and Soul Power, all accumulated over the past six months, was thoroughly assimilated and subsequently incorporated into the Universal Technique.
For ten consecutive days, Su Yu focused on designing and perfecting the Universal Technique.
"Finally done."
Looking at the human model diagram before him, Su Yu was filled with emotion.
This was the culmination of his ten-day exhaustive research.
Even integrating some of his cultivation insights, the framework for this technique is undoubtedly capable of underpinning the Universal Technique.
With the foundational framework complete, Su Yu delegated it for further perfection by the research personnel below.
The framework's importance lies in its comprehensive layout and aggregation regarding various facets, testing one's abilities to the highest extent.
While more details may surpass the framework in content, having a framework simplifies filling the gaps systematically.
It still requires real-world testing by Soul Masters.
Unwilling to squander time on these tedious steps, Su Yu handed over the task to the research staff.
At this moment, he was contemplating another matter.
The Universal Technique benefits all Soul Masters, but what about the civilians?
What about those without Martial Souls, or those who awakened a Martial Soul but lack Soul Power?
"Is innate Soul Power purely talent, or is there a way to alter it postnatally?"
A universal method.
A bit of a headache.
Su Yu sighed, saying: "Let's not consider this issue for now. Once we unify the continent, let's prioritize the widespread awakening efforts, then consider universal Martial Soul quality."
After nearly half a month at the institute, Su Yu finally stepped outside.
"Senior brother, I heard your research has made new progress?"
Su Yu visited Xuan Ziweng's research room, inquiring about the bone pattern system's progress.
After contemplating divinity, Su Yu believed his thought process was at least correct, with the key being the Three Soul Cores.
The foundation for forming the three major Soul Cores is Spiritual Power, Soul Power, and the Middle Dantian representing Qi and Blood.
Now the cultivation of Qi and Blood Power and Spiritual Power are issues he needs to address.
Refining Ice and Fire Dragon King bloodline and condensing Qi Blood Soul Ring, Su Yu has determined the direction, but the specific methods to condense and enhance Qi Blood, and the engraving methods for bone patterns, still require further research.
"Xiaoyu? You're back!"
Xuan Ziweng seems truly detached from all outside matters during research.
Despite Su Yu already being back for half a month, Xuan Ziweng only realized it upon seeing him.
Su Yu didn't blame him and inquired about Xuan Ziweng's latest achievements.
"Hahaha, you've come back precisely at the right time; two days ago, we made significant breakthroughs."