System's Super Sect Chapter 885 834: About to Change the World
Previously on System's Super Sect...
"Proceed."
Wen Ping remained seated upon the hillside, maintaining a composed silence as he listened intently to Chen Xie’s proposition.
"Sect Leader, the inspiration for this plan originated from the Sound Transmission Stone you provided. Recently, I have been contemplating the implications of this device. Since we can now communicate instantly regardless of the distance, sharing information without delay, I began to wonder: could we leverage the power of the Sound Transmission Stone to reshape this entire world?"
Chen Xie hesitated for a moment.
He appeared to be gauging Wen Ping’s reaction.
"Continue," Wen Ping urged, withholding his own judgment for the time being.
Chen Xie pressed on, "As you have noted, communication infrastructure throughout the Heaven and Earth Lake and the Heaven-Gazing Gorge is woefully outdated. For an ordinary individual to relay a message between cities, it requires up to half a month. While several Four-star and Five-star Influences employ specialized methods to transmit intelligence, the costs are exorbitant. Attempting to send urgent news across vast distances can even prove fatal. Therefore, I believe we can utilize the Sound Transmission Stone to revolutionize this dynamic completely."
Wen Ping replied, "That is precisely why I moved you from the Hundred Sects Alliance. Now, tell me the specifics of your plan."
The man was certainly learning to build tension.
He was mastering the art of pacing, much like the craft of a novelist.
Chen Xie, his excitement visibly growing, announced three words: "Seven-Day Report!"
"The Seven-Day Report?"
The name possessed a strange, familiar ring to it.
If one were to remove the word 'Seven,' it would simply be a Daily Report.
Wen Ping had not anticipated encountering such a term again in this existence.
Misinterpreting Wen Ping’s curiosity as interest, Chen Xie elaborated eagerly, "Sect Leader, the Seven-Day Report was initially designed to bolster the Immortal Cyan Cloud Ranking and extend the influence of the Intelligence Tower. It is published on a weekly basis! This publication would detail all maneuvers and conflicts within the Red Domain, ensuring every citizen knows which master has fallen, who has achieved an Earth Unrestricted breakthrough, and which factions are clashing. If the people of the Red Domain desire news from the outside world, they will rely solely on the Intelligence Tower. We could feature our sect's recruitment drives in the most prominent section, guaranteeing immediate awareness among the populace."
Upon finishing his pitch, Chen Xie waited in hushed anticipation for Wen Ping’s verdict.
He would be overjoyed if the Sect Leader approved, but if met with opposition, he would be at a loss.
"Your foresight is as impressive as I anticipated. I was right to trust you." Wen Ping was genuinely impressed; the concept of a newspaper was entirely novel to this world, yet Chen Xie had derived the idea purely from the utility of the Sound Transmission Stone. A visionary such as this could truly usher in a new era.
The praise brought a wave of delight to Chen Xie.
"However..."
That single word caused Chen Xie’s spirit to falter.
Wen Ping continued, "However, the name must be adjusted. The Seven-Day Report shall be rebranded as the 'Immortal Daily.' As your Intelligence Tower expands its staff, we will move to a daily publication schedule, allowing the people of this world to remain informed every single day. The world is boundless. Many within Heaven and Earth Lake remain oblivious to events in the Heaven-Gazing Gorge, and vice versa. Let the Immortal Daily bridge that void."
"Daily updates!"
Chen Xie was stunned.
The scale of this vision far exceeded his original expectations.
If the world’s inhabitants were informed of global events on a daily basis, even those who never strayed from home would be profoundly impacted. It would, without question, change everything.
Wen Ping added, "Proceed with the Immortal Daily. Should you encounter any obstacles, coordinate directly with the Sect. We will provide our full support."
Chen Xie replied, "Sect Leader, I will dedicate my life to the success of the Immortal Daily. However, know that you will face increased pressure from here on out. The publication will inevitably stir discontent among powerful entities and provoke the jealousy of major forces, inviting new enemies to the Immortal Sect. Your future responsibilities will surely be overwhelming."
"To alter the world, one must expect mountains to bar the path. But with this Sect, no peak is too insurmountable to be leveled," Wen Ping affirmed firmly.
Chen Xie was taken aback, his zeal surging, "Then I shall begin the preparations immediately, Sect Leader. I will submit the first issue of the Immortal Daily for your review once complete."
"If you require White Crystal, address the Sect directly. Above all, the Immortal Daily must saturate the entire Red Domain with haste." With the recent expedition to the fourteen cities set to yield over six million White Crystals, funds were not an issue for Wen Ping.
"Thank you, Sect Leader! To ensure the Immortal Daily covers the entire Red Domain rapidly would require nearly a million White Crystals. We need personnel in every city and the capacity to replicate billions of copies..."
Chen Xie understood that most Five-star Influences would struggle to produce even a fraction of that, as the sum was massive.
"Come and collect them when you must!" Wen Ping stated straightforwardly.
Chen Xie was elated, "Thank you for your unwavering support, Sect Leader!"
Having a Sect Leader of this caliber was immensely gratifying for Chen Xie.
Wen Ping added, "Remember, the prose must remain accessible. Employ the literati—those common folk who lack the talent for cultivation. They are well-suited for this task. Ensure the writing is concise and clear, devoid of unnecessary fluff. If anyone attempts to obstruct you, reach out to the Sect at once."
While significant resistance within the fourteen cities was unlikely, the regions beyond were less certain. While common Five-star Influences might fear the Intelligence Tower, the factions aligned with the Red Leaf Sect would certainly attempt to interfere. After all, the Red Leaf Sect were now mortal enemies of the Immortal Sect.
Chen Xie nodded, "Sect Leader, if I face any insurmountable challenges, I will certainly seek assistance from the Sect."
"Very well. Once the inaugural edition of the Immortal Daily is prepared, send it over for my inspection."
"Understood."
After deactivating his connection to the Sound Transmission Stone, Wen Ping reviewed his building list.
The dormitories had been expanded sufficiently to house the eighty new recruits expected today. It was time to consider the construction of a dedicated recruitment facility.
Recruiting eighty individuals at once meant a varied mix of temperaments.
Some would be morally bankrupt, while others would be righteous.
Though he did not demand saints, Wen Ping felt a degree of screening was vital.
He could leverage the system to inspect their basic profiles, primarily to defend against potential spies or those of malicious intent.
However, he could not personally vet every entry into the Sect; he was the Sect Leader, not a sentry.
"System, is there a special facility that fulfills my requirements?" Searching for individuals one by one was far too inefficient.
The system replied, "There is."