Soul Communicater

After their meal, Anping greeted Gu Yuena, who was watching TV on the sofa, and headed straight to the academy library.

On the second day of their arrival at Sun Moon academy, Ling Hongchen sent Anping a booklist and a personalized study plan based on Anping's learning progress.

The library at Sun Moon Academy, spanning the books from entire continent, boasted an exceptionally rich collection. With the assistance of the staff, Anping spent a considerable amount of time gathering all the books on the list.

For an extended period afterward, Anping immersed himself in the study of soul guides and alchemy.

Returning from class the next day, Gu Yuena observed Anping engrossed in writing and drawing at his desk. She inquired, "I've noticed you've been busy with writing and drawing lately. What's keeping you occupied?"

Without lifting his head, Anping replied, "Have you ever thought that our daily-use soul communication bracelet has a rather limited function?"

"Limited? Isn't its function just communication?" Gu Yuena, perplexed, glanced at Anping, then pulled up a chair and sat across from him.

Anping proceeded to explain the concepts of video communication, group chat, and live broadcasting.

Listening attentively, Gu Yuena exclaimed, "So, you need money, right?"

Anping nodded helplessly, "Yes."

Recently, the cost of acquiring various materials had skyrocketed, and the winnings from the Skysea Alliance competition were nearly depleted. Anping felt the need to find a source of income and settled on improving soul communication.

Gu Yuena offered, "Do you want me to lend you money?"

Anping waved it off, "No need. The design is mostly complete, and now comes the testing phase."

Gu Yuena shook her head slightly, "It's up to you, but I want to be the first to experience it once you finish."

"Alright, the finished product should be ready tomorrow." Anping had no objections to Gu Yuena being the first to try it.

The next morning, Anping woke Gu Yuena.

After washing up, Gu Yuena examined the small box Anping handed her. Silver-white in color, one side seemed glass-like, adorned with several buttons. Puzzled, she asked, "What can be done with such a small box? Is it related to those functions you mentioned?"

"Of course, I call this a mobile phone, and this is the power button..." Anping began introducing how to operate it to Gu Yuena.

After completing a series of tests, Anping looked at Gu Yuena and asked, "What do you think? Do you have any comments?"

Gu Yuena played with her phone and said, "Except it's not as convenient as a bracelet, everything else is good. Do you want to make money with it?"

Anping nodded, "For this, I think we can approach the dean. As a renowned soul engineer, he must have connections in this area."

"What are we waiting for? Let's go now." Gu Yuena pulled Anping and walked outside.

En route, Anping called Ling Hongchen, confirming he was in the laboratory, and arrived with Gu Yuena.

Seeing the two together, Ling Hongchen sighed lightly, "Are you here about study matters?"

Anping nodded, "Not for study matters, but we need the dean's help with something."

"Help?" Ling Hongchen was startled. Anping had approached him before for study-related queries, not anything else. This was a first. There was nothing else that even the Spirit Pagoda couldn't solve.

"Well, Dean, take a look at this. It's the soul communicator I recently created. I call it a mobile phone." Anping placed two completed mobile phones on the experimental table.

"Soul guide communicator?" Ling Hongchen, looking at the devices, found them distinct from the soul guidance bracelet. Although confused, he didn't suspect Anping of trickery.

Ling Hongchen picked up one and inquired, "Mobile phone? Can you introduce it in detail?"

"Of course." Anping demonstrated its usage and various functions to Ling Hongchen while holding the other device.

Following Anping's instructions, Ling Hongchen operated the device. Trying each function, his eyes lit up gradually. After a while, he set the phone down.

Ling Hongchen was well-versed in the mainland's soul communication companies, mainly focused on real-time projection technology research. Applying this technology to communication bracelets had seen little progress.

Efforts to reduce the size of the soul guidance display were underway, but the intricate rune requirements hindered progress significantly.

As a seasoned soul engineer, Ling Hongchen could discern that Anping had adeptly amalgamated the two techniques. After a brief contemplation, he inquired, "I must admit, it's a clever design. So, what help do you seek from me? Promotion?"

Anping nodded, affirming, "Yes, Dean, can you assist me in reaching out to a soul communication company?"

"Of course." Ling Hongchen nodded, considering it a minor task well within his capabilities.

Ling Hongchen promptly contacted the Sun and Moon Soul Guidance Communication Company. In the afternoon, the company's representatives arrived at Sun and Moon academy, showcasing Ling Hongchen's influence in Mingdu.

The meeting took place in a reception room arranged by Ling Hongchen. The other party, a middle-aged man with black hair, appeared familiar with Ling Hongchen. He got straight to the point, "Dean Hongchen, upon hearing about this so-called mobile phone, I dropped everything and rushed over. Don't disappoint me."

"I won't let you down. The actual creator hasn't arrived yet. When he does, he'll introduce it in person." Ling Hongchen paused and added, "I must caution you. I know you're a businessman, and the person you'll be dealing with is crucial. Don't underestimate him just because he's young; he's Heavenly phoenix Douluo's disciple."

Hearing that the maker was Tianfeng Douluo's apprentice surprised the middle-aged man, "Heavenly phoenix Douluo sent his apprentice to you?"

Ignoring the implied comparison between Sun Moon Academy and Shrek Academy, Ling Hongchen, well-aware of the insinuation, paid no heed and closed his eyes to meditate.

Upon Anping's arrival at the reception room, Ling Hongchen introduced the parties and said, "Anping, as the creator, it's up to you to present and introduce your so-called mobile phone."

Anping nodded, presented his device, and explained its features to the middle-aged man. As he listened to Anping's introduction, the man operated the mobile phone in his hand.

Had he not been well-acquainted with Ling Hongchen, the man might have found it hard to believe that an eleven-year-old student, even one of Heavenly phoenix Douluo's disciples, could create such a device. Their company held the top position in the mainland, yet they were stuck at a bottleneck in their progress.

After Anping's presentation, the middle-aged man, still fiddling with the mobile phone, inquired, "The functionality seems fine. I want to know the cost difference compared to the soul guidance bracelet."

Aware of the business mindset's cost-conscious nature, Anping assured, "Don't worry about the cost. The mobile phone's cost is only about half of the soul guidance bracelet."

Hearing that the cost was merely half of the soul guidance bracelet, the middle-aged man expressed satisfaction, stating straightforwardly, "Very good, let's sign the contract."

Reviewing the contract presented by the man, Anping found the terms beyond imagination. In addition to the technology buyout payment, they offered a share of sales.

Surprised, Anping looked at Ling Hongchen, who nodded in approval. Without hesitation, Anping signed his name on the contract.