Chapter 41: Soul Hall of Suotuo City

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Where is the Soul Hall?

Zeng Yi walked alone on the streets of Suotuo City, looking around.

Suotuo City is indeed big! After walking for about half an hour, he still hadn't seen the Soul Hall. Maybe he should ask someone for directions.

Zeng Yi found a liquor store on the street and was enticed by the tempting fragrance of the alcohol, so he walked in.

"Welcome, customer. What can I get for you?" The store owner welcomed Zeng Yi as soon as he entered.

"Boss, what kind of liquor is this? It smells so good!" Zeng Yi smelled the aroma and asked, intoxicated.

The store owner was a middle-aged man with a round belly, probably from years of drinking. When Zeng Yi asked, the owner smiled happily, pleased with Zeng Yi's praise.

"Hahaha, young man with good taste! This is my own brewed rice wine, made using my Martial Soul liquor recipe. It has a rich and mellow flavor and is quite famous in Suotuo City. Even some nobles come to buy alcohol from me, hahaha." The owner laughed heartily, proud of his creation.

Martial Soul is the yeast for the liquor? And there are different types of Martial Soul too? But it's definitely a good ingredient for brewing alcohol! Zeng Yi thought to himself.

"Can I have a taste?" Zeng Yi asked.

"Sure! You'll be satisfied with the taste." The owner reassured him. He was confident in the liquor he brewed and believed that anyone who loved alcohol would be pleased and buy it.

The owner took out a bowl, opened a wine jar, and when the jar was opened, the aroma in the store became even stronger. Zeng Yi couldn't help but take a deep breath, feeling intoxicated. The owner scooped out a bowl of wine with a spoon and handed it to Zeng Yi. Zeng Yi carefully took it, thanked the owner, and took a sip from the bowl.

The strong liquor flowed down his throat and soon a spicy sensation filled his mouth. After a while, a mellow wine taste emerged, replacing the spiciness. The rich and mellow flavor lingered in his mouth, giving him a feeling as if he were in heaven.

"Amazing! Great liquor!" Zeng Yi couldn't help but exclaim, then finished the contents of the bowl in one gulp.

Seeing Zeng Yi's expression, the owner felt pleased and proud.

"Hahaha, I told you, didn't I?"

"Indeed."

"How much do you want, young man?"

Zeng Yi thought for a moment, took out a wine gourd, drank all the remaining alcohol left in it in one gulp, and then put down nine more wine gourds on the table, saying, "Fill up these ten bottles for me."

Seeing Zeng Yi conjuring a wine gourd out of thin air, the owner was startled, but then realized it was a spatial soul device. He, too, was a Soul Master and knew about such devices, which were possessed only by important figures in Suotuo City. Recognizing that Zeng Yi had one, the owner looked at him with increased respect.

"Alright, please wait a moment, sir." The owner changed his tone from before, respectfully saying, and started pouring the wine for Zeng Yi.

The sudden change in the owner's attitude puzzled Zeng Yi. He didn't like this new atmosphere as much as he did the previous one, which made him feel more at ease.

"Xiao Ju, don't wander around and cause any trouble." Seeing Xiao Ju jumping off his shoulder and curiously inspecting a large wine jar, Zeng Yi warned, picked it up, and put it back on his shoulder.

"Meow~"

Being picked up by Zeng Yi, Xiao Ju let out a discontented mewl.

"Hehe, it's okay." The owner chuckled, turning his head to Zeng Yi.

"Your wine is ready, sir!" After finishing pouring the wine, the owner placed the wine bottles on the table and respectfully said to Zeng Yi.

"Boss, how much does it cost?" Zeng Yi put away the ten wine bottles and asked the owner.

"Just give me five gold soul coins, sir."

Five gold soul coins?

Upon hearing this, Zeng Yi was momentarily dumbfounded.

Is this a joke?! It costs me this much money for just ten bottles of alcohol? What a rip-off!

Damn it, prices are so high in big cities. With five gold soul coins, you could live for several years in my hometown!

However, since the bottles were already prepared, Zeng Yi didn't feel right rejecting them. He reluctantly took out five gold soul coins and handed them to the owner, but it pained him deeply!

"By the way, boss, I have a question. Where is the Soul Hall in Suotuo City?" After purchasing the wine, Zeng Yi remembered his original purpose and asked the owner.

"The Soul Hall? Don't you know where it is?" The question surprised the owner.

"I'm not from here, just arrived in Suotuo City," Zeng Yi explained.

"I see!" The owner nodded in understanding. He hadn't expected that this young man was a newcomer.

"After you leave the shop, just head east. The Soul Hall is located in the center of Suotuo City. Once you're there, you can ask someone for more specific directions. I can't tell you exactly where it is." The owner told Zeng Yi.

"Oh, I see! Thank you, boss."

"Haha, no need to thank me. You're welcome to come back and buy more wine anytime!"

"Hahaha, definitely."

After bidding farewell to the store owner, Zeng Yi followed the directions he was given and headed towards the Soul Hall.

When he arrived at the center of Suotuo City, he asked passersby for information and finally found the location of the Soul Hall.

"Wow! Is this a palace? It's so grand!" Standing in front of the Soul Hall's entrance, Zeng Yi couldn't help but be amazed.

In front of him stood a massive dome-shaped structure, the entire building radiating a dark green color, giving it a solemn and dignified appearance. Two rows of soldiers in black armor stood on both sides of the Soul Hall's entrance, holding long spears. Above the entrance gate, there hung a huge emblem of the Soul Hall—a cross-shaped symbol formed by a longsword and a heavy hammer, with a chilly spear piercing through it, emanating a cold aura.

This is the Soul Hall of Suotuo City, also known as the Lord Spirit Hall.

Every city on the continent has its own Soul Hall, but the size of the halls varies. The first level is the Branch Spirit Hall, the lowest configuration. The second level is the Child Spirit Hall. The third level is the Lord Spirit Hall, only found in famous large cities. The fourth level is the Saint Spirit Hall, which exists only in the imperial capitals of the two great empires. The fifth level is the Papal Spirit Hall, which only the titled Douluo can enter. Of course, there is also the legendary Douluo Consecration Hall, which supposedly only the Title Douluo can access.

The fact that Suotuo City has a third-level Lord Spirit Hall indicates its prosperity and strength.

Zeng Yi walked toward the entrance of the Soul Hall, but as soon as he reached the gate, two spears crossed in front of him.

"What's your business here?"

A soldier asked coldly.

"Uh... um, I came to register as a Soul Master at the Soul Master Hall." Zeng Yi explained his purpose.

The soldier glanced at Zeng Yi, made a gesture, and retracted the crossed spears.

"You may enter."

"Uh... thank you!"

Zeng Yi thanked and walked into the Soul Hall.

Is the security of the Soul Hall really so strict? Those soldiers outside, judging by their soul power fluctuations, are all Soul Grandmasters, right? To use Soul Grandmasters as guards, this Soul Hall is indeed something!

As soon as Zeng Yi entered the Soul Hall, he was immediately captivated by its majestic atmosphere. The huge dome was adorned with various murals, giving it a stylish look. Within each small square, lines traced various Soul Hall patterns. The base color was a dark gold, giving off a magnificent and ancient charm.

There were several large arched crystal windows around, allowing sunlight to pass through and cast its reflection on the murals, creating a dazzling golden glow that added to the glamour.

Truly worthy of being the Soul Hall, the boss of all Spirit Masters. They must be rolling in wealth!

Zeng Yi couldn't help but sigh. At this moment, he felt like a country boy who had wandered into a magnificent palace, feeling out of place.