Chapter 1225: The New High-End Profiteering Chain
After Zhao Guang spoke, he realized it immediately, but he didn't take it seriously.
Although souls in this world belong to the Netherworld, it is not always the case.
For example, the divine ones openly snatch away the souls of their believers, which is blatant looting.
Others have various spells aimed at retaining or annihilating souls, with countless souls shattered every day. Some people's souls even linger after their death, turning into various undead beings.
Therefore, as long as there is no large-scale soul harvesting or monopoly, it won't attract the attention of the gods of the Netherworld.
Zhao Guang didn't plan to let everyone enter, but rather selected individuals, mainly because the special helmet's price was very high.
Moreover, these helmets must be disposable, allowing for different people to be screened. In the end, only some rich merchants and nobles can afford to enter; ordinary people definitely can't.
Through this method, not only can Zhao Guang harvest wealth, but he can also threaten these individuals from the start.
In the future, if they want to deal with him, they should consider their ancestors or what will happen to them after they die.
However, upon hearing Zhao Guang's words, others became excited; Zhao Guang could feel their breaths becoming heavier.
In any world, the old saying holds true: only death is difficult. Otherwise, why do so many choose to become Witch Demons or other creatures, if not for survival?
But now, entering here is different; there's no need to sever ties with the past.
One can create a new business here, possibly even larger than in the real world.
Zhao Guang promised that there would be no real death within; even if one died, they could be resurrected at the resurrection point.
Thus, once inside, who fears whom? In reality, they have distinct hierarchies, but upon entering, one might become a king. After all, Zhao Guang, the owner, doesn't care.
Furthermore, after dying, one can continue to enjoy life here and communicate openly with descendants.
Hence, the chain of interests between them will be more stable; this is truly great.
Even after a thousand years, if one needs to cleanse their memory, can't they leave some important information beforehand? Cleansing the memory doesn't mean losing everything; one can still enjoy wealth here.
"Can what you said really be realized?" The crowd looked at Zhao Guang with slightly red eyes.
Zhao Guang waved his hand: "In this world, it's very easy. I just need to research a bit."
Hearing Zhao Guang speak so effortlessly, the crowd grew even more excited. Zhao Guang was their sole deity, indeed. Even the divine couldn't guarantee every person's life in the Divine Country after death, but here it could be controlled.
No one knows where deceased believers went, for they can no longer communicate with the Main World.
However, here is different; how a soul fares here can directly be communicated.
One is written in doctrines, unseen and untouched. The other is real and tangible; anyone would know how to choose.
Of course, Zhao Guang didn't care; anyway, some souls could fit in his world.
To fill this world, he truly didn't know how long it'd take.
After all, those who enter are ultimately few.
The Netherworld doesn't care for these souls, because the quality of a soul has little relation to its life status.
Unless one breaks through to the Legendary Level, otherwise, the quality of souls after death is almost the same. Souls vary in strength, but their essence is not easily changed; otherwise, Zhao Guang wouldn't dare do this.
Another point is that in the future, the number of people wanting to become Undead Mages might decrease significantly.
Who would want to be a Witch Demon, living among corpses every day, if they could survive here?
"Alright, everyone take a look around; this place is still barren, without any development. Intelligent beings here are simulated and act according to certain rules, like the monsters here."
"These people can be directly seized as slaves, not treated as real people."
Thinking over, Zhao Guang decided to add marks on these virtual figures to prevent mistakes when capturing them.
Being virtual, Zhao Guang didn't view them as true intelligent beings.
Watching everyone go and examine this world, Zhao Guang's figure flickered and disappeared from the place.
In the war zone, in that special corner, his soldiers were already on standby. Silan was leading the team, since Coscola was still at the front and couldn't return temporarily.
"How's everything? Have you adapted to this environment?"
Silan bowed and said: "Fully adapted; it feels just like reality, making it easy to adapt." Because strictly speaking, it is a real world with some added elements.
Zhao Guang nodded satisfactorily: "Very good. Next, lead these people in training here. Various drills can be done; don't fear death, as you can resurrect. But ensure you distinguish between reality and illusion."
This was Zhao Guang's original plan, to let his soldiers boost courage and gain experience here.
The only concern was their differentiation; once dead in reality, they're truly dead.
"Rest assured, Your Majesty, we've strictly completed the mission."
Zhao Guang nodded: "Certainly, I also have rewards for you. As long as you achieve certain military merits, you'll have the opportunity to live here after death. Make good use of it."
Being among the first entrants provides advantages, easier to establish a personal career.
Here, aside from continuing obedience to Zhao Guang's commands, there's little else.
Zhao Guang didn't force these people, not caring if they opposed his country later. It's a virtual world meant for enjoyment; rules and orders differ from outside.
Yet others, upon hearing this, had bright eyes; this was a Death Exemption Token.
Many even thought living here was more comfortable than living in reality.
Just-increased morale soared further. After Zhao Guang finished instructing, he turned to leave. The task of manufacturing helmets was entrusted to others.
What Zhao Guang needed to do was continue adjusting this world, as it can't be considered a regular world.
If left unadjusted, it will lead to problems since relying solely on the Magic Tower's consciousness is insufficient.
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