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Even if he used his world engine to directly attack these Cyberlos battle bodies, he was confident that these things could definitely hold out for a while.
He was somewhat bewildered by the fact that these Cyborg battle bodies were killed by the Chaos God during the war, but now the situation has been explained to him.
Most of the Cyborg battle bodies that were destroyed did so because their shields were broken; the shields disappeared when the evil god intervened personally.
Without the shield, the great demons in the warp could simply overwhelm the Cyborg battle bodies with their endless numbers.
Such methods can be used in the warp, but space necromancers cannot.
Tarasin's attitude towards Zhou Qing became increasingly respectful. This was definitely an epic-level scientist; he had never seen anyone so awesome, even in the universe.
Tarasin had a variety of thoughts running through his mind, while Oberon seemed much calmer in comparison.
Unlike Tarasin, a ruler of a necromantic dynasty, he believed that if his small necromantic dynasty clashed with Zhou Qing, Zhou Qing would scatter his ashes to the winds.
Since the other party can scatter his ashes, there's no point in thinking about it so much. Instead of thinking about it, it's better to summon one of his noblemen.
Oberon contacted his dynasty through encrypted communications.
Before long, a ghostly green phase-transmission light appeared on the open space in the center of the laboratory.
A space necromancer noble, slightly smaller than Oberon and adorned with intricate patterns, appeared.
The green light in its eyes flickered erratically, revealing a programmed respect as well as a hint of unease about the unknown.
"This is Lord Veracrus, a loyal nobleman of my dynasty," Oberon introduced in his monotone metallic voice.
Although his tone remained flat, the expectation in his eyes was clear to everyone—it was a soul, something the space necromancer had longed for for 6,000 million years!
Zhou Qing nodded without saying anything more. He walked to the control panel on one side of the laboratory and quickly operated the interface that glowed blue.
Several robotic arms slid silently out from under the ceiling and floor, their tips flashing with strange beams of energy.
"Before bestowing a soul, we need to give your nobleman a little physical examination. If any parts are faulty, then some modifications will be necessary."
"It will be over soon, don't worry. It's just to prevent your souls from becoming deformed. After all, when it comes to souls, whatever your initial form was, that's what your souls will become."
"Although the soul will change according to the changes in the body later, it is better to make the beginning as perfect as possible."
As Zhou Qing spoke, he completed the test on the other party.
After scanning with a blue light, Zhou Qing drew a conclusion.
"Your liquid metal is quite good, high quality, no problems," Zhou Qing said, pointing at the space necromancer noble opposite him.
"Alright, he already has a soul."
Zhou Qing's words left the entire audience stunned.
Chapter 202 Soul Seed and Complete Soul
Just like that, with just a light touch, it gained a soul?
Tarasin and Oberon could hardly believe what they had just heard. If they hadn't misread it, Zhou Qing had simply checked the health of his nobleman subordinate and then lightly touched him.
"That's good, it has a soul now?"
Oberon said in disbelief, "Heaven knows how much the Necromancers of space have sacrificed for their souls, and then Zhou Xing just touched it lightly, which they found utterly outrageous."
"It's not that you have a complete soul. Since you have lost your souls for too long, it would be too expensive to give you a soul directly. I just planted a seed for him."
"With this seed, it only takes 400 to 500 standard Terra years for him to have a soul of his own. This is an extremely low-cost method, and I think it would be more helpful to you space necromancers."
"After all, only the high-ranking officials can afford expensive things. For the sake of you ordinary people, I have chosen this for you."
"In general, the foundation is in place. You space necromancers should have a way to detect souls, why don't you give it a try?"
Zhou Qing picked up a cup of green tea from his table and took a small sip.
The soul is a trivial matter.
The price of sacrificing an intelligent AI for a finished soul is too high, but an ordinary soul seed only requires Zhou Qing to use a little spiritual energy as a catalyst.
Clearly, Zhou Qing had his eye on the liquid metal of the space necromancers. Every creature has a mind that makes decisions, and one of them is something cheap that ordinary space necromancers could afford.
One is something that needs to be used by nobles, and it goes without saying which one can earn more money.
If a company holds a monopoly and there is a demand from everyone, then of course it should be something that ordinary people can afford.
The display of the Soul Seed was merely a prelude for the space necromancers, setting the stage for them to use the Soul Seed whenever they needed something low-cost.
As for the high-cost intelligent AI soul, Zhou Qing was waiting for them to ask for it themselves so he could rip them off.
Of course, an inspection was necessary. Zhou Qing was making his own plans, while Tarasin and the others quickly took out their instruments and began scanning the space undead nobles in front of them.
The next second, the instruments in their hands began to emit pleasant sounds.
This means that the undead noble from space before us truly possesses a soul!
"This, this, this..."
Oberon was so excited he could hardly speak; this was the most important day for the Necromancers of Space!
They obtained a way to possess souls, and the space necromancers who possessed souls were no longer like withered bones in a tomb.
After 6,000 million years, the Infinite Empire has finally ushered in a real turning point!
However, a soul seed alone is not enough; they need to test a finished soul.
"Your Excellency, Human War General, please name your price. We want to test a finished soul, after all, a soul seed doesn't seem to be enough. As nobles, I believe we should be able to afford the price of a finished soul."
Before Tarasin could speak, Oberon spoke first.
Zhou Qing was secretly delighted, having been waiting for the other party to speak like this, but on the surface he put on a very embarrassed expression.
"As you all know, my worlds have just experienced a massive war, and almost every world suffered heavy losses. I really can't afford to waste these resources on giving you a complete soul."
Zhou Qing put on a very embarrassed expression, almost as if he was about to tell them that if they wanted to experience the soul of the finished product, they should pay up.
Zhou Qing's actions were tantamount to a direct statement. The space undead were all people who followed aristocratic etiquette, so they could clearly understand the meaning of Zhou Qing's words.
"We didn't think that through, Commander. Don't worry, just name your price and give me a list. Tell me how many resources you need, and I'll have someone send them over."
“I understand that the soul of a finished product is more expensive,”
"After all, when it comes to the preciousness of time, I think no one understands better than our Empire of the Dead that our history is a race against time."
The precursor to the Necromancers of Space, the Infinite Empire of the Fearful Dead, was an empire that constantly needed treatment due to a genetic disease, and its citizens suffered from serious illnesses.
For the citizens of the Necromancers, their daily routine consists of taking medication to maintain their health and continue living. As time goes on, their illnesses become more and more severe.
When the drugs they developed became completely useless for their diseases, then death came.
Although they may have been in a deep sleep for 6,000 million years after becoming space undead, these space undead know better than anyone how precious time truly is.
The other party's kindness brought a smile to Zhou Qing's face, and the final list of supplies was sent to Oberon.
This includes living metal, a resource of space necromancers, as well as various basic resources for rebuilding their planets. It can be said that the price offered by Zhou Qing for a basic intelligent AI soul is equivalent to 1/100 of the resources needed to rebuild a colony.
This amount of resources is enough to produce over 100,000 intelligent AI souls.
This batch of supplies was by no means cheap, and Zhou Qing could be said to have made a killing, with a profit of over 100,000 times.
But it was precisely this supply that satisfied the Necromancers' definition of nobility and their appreciation for the value of time.
After reading it, Oberon nodded in strong agreement.
"The price you offered is very reasonable. I think it's an absolute bargain. I didn't expect you to be so honest, so of course I can't be stingy."
"I will allocate the resources you need soon. As for the next test subject, please continue to select nobles from my dynasty. What do you think?"
Oberon cautiously inquired about Zhou Qing's meaning.
They had tried using soul seeds, but not complete souls. As rulers, they felt they should play it safe.
"Of course, you want your guests to see what kind of soul I'm presenting, and I understand that."
"Is your previous statement that if you could give up your soul, you could gain the friendship of the Infinite Empire still valid?"
"It works! It's guaranteed to work. You are now the most honored guest of the Infinite Empire. If needed, my guards can stay to protect you."
Before Oberen could speak, Tarasin interrupted and answered!
Don't underestimate him just because he's a hegemon. In some ways, he's even more noble than Oberon, the Viper. After all, the difference between the Great Necromancer Dynasty and the Lesser Necromancer Dynasty is significant.
In a sense, what he said could represent the necromancer dynasty he represented.
"Tell us directly if you have any difficulties! Tell us directly if you have any needs, and feel free to make your requests!"
This is an opportunity to show goodwill to Zhou Qing, and we must make the most of it.
Chapter 203 The Infamous Tarasin
"Sigh," the other party said, but Zhou Qing turned away and sighed sadly.
Zhou Qing was expressing his needs, and Taraxin naturally understood what Zhou Qing's actions meant, so he quickly spoke up as well.
"You may tell us your needs. As long as it is within our power, we will do it. Please trust the friendship of the Fearless Infinite Empire towards its friends."
After Tarasin finished speaking, Oberon quickly chimed in with his own opinion.
"Yes, sir, please feel free to express your thoughts. The Infinite Empire is always friendly to its friends. If you have any difficulties, please tell us. Please do not put yourself in danger."
At this moment, Zhou Qing represents the future of the Infinite Empire.
The future of the Infinite Empire cannot be decided by two people possessing souls, especially since those two people with souls are not them, but merely nobles under their command.
If something were to happen to Zhou Qing at this time, those two nobles would be in for a huge advantage.
They will be seen as the last hope for the continuation of the Infinite Empire. This is something that neither the Overlord nor the Emperor can accept.
"Sigh." Even though the space necromancer had said that, Zhou Qing still turned around again and sighed heavily.
This is something he learned from federal diplomats: to show your difficulties and to ruthlessly manipulate those who want to rely on you.
Yes, the more they need you and the more difficult you appear, the harder they will try to do when the matter is brought up. However, this method can only be used in specific situations.
If it weren't for the undead's need for souls, giving them their own souls would only make them more vulnerable to being manipulated.
But who made the Necromancer's need for Zhou Qing unique and urgent?
Zhou Qing still didn't directly tell the two undead opposite him about his affairs. Instead, he pretended to be profound and remained silent for a while before slowly speaking.
"As you all know, my side engaged in a fierce battle with Chaos, and the losses were considerable..."