Douluo: I founded the mecha tribe and I am the king of mecha battles!

Chapter 229 Surrender
Chen Zhou smiled slightly, a cold glint in his eyes: "Why? Because I have the power to decide the life and death of the Soul Beast race. Gu Yue, you know very well that the future of the Soul Beasts is already precarious. Humanity's development speed far exceeds your imagination, yet you are still clinging to past glories, trying to use your meager strength to resist the torrent of the entire era. How much time do you think you have left?"

Gu Yue's face turned pale; she couldn't refute Chen Zhou's words. As the Silver Dragon King, she knew the current state of the soul beast race better than anyone. The number of soul beasts in the Star Dou Great Forest was decreasing year by year, and the spiritual energy of the Lake of Life was gradually drying up. Even the most powerful ferocious beasts couldn't stop this trend. Meanwhile, humanity was constantly progressing; the development of soul guide technology made them increasingly powerful, and they had even begun to explore the mysteries of the universe.

"You can simply leave; no one will stop you. But let me tell you one thing: the Beast Merchant will not stop for anyone or anything."

"Perhaps in a year, perhaps in two years, the world will be turned upside down, and by then, you won't even have the right to stand in front of me."

Chen Zhou tilted his head back, leaned back in his chair, and slammed the tip of his pen on the table, making a crisp sound. Each strike seemed to pound on Gu Yue's heart, giving her a suffocating sense of oppression.

The air in the office seemed to freeze, and time stretched on endlessly. Countless thoughts raced through Gu Yue's mind; she was struggling internally, reason and emotion intertwined, making it hard for her to breathe.

"What can our soul beast race do for you?"

In the end, Gu Yue gave in. Her voice was low and hoarse, carrying a hint of helplessness and exhaustion. She knew she had no other choice.

Chen Zhou's expression softened somewhat, and that ambiguous smile reappeared on his lips. He slowly stood up, walked to Gu Yue, his gaze deep and calm, as if he had already anticipated her choice.

“Very good, Gu Yue, you have made a wise decision.”

Chen Zhou's voice remained deep, but there was a hint of satisfaction in his tone. He turned and walked to the other side of the office, flicking his finger lightly. A light screen appeared out of thin air, displaying complex soul tool design diagrams and data analysis.

"The power of the Soul Beast race, especially you ferocious beasts, possesses potential and talent far exceeding that of humans. However, you have never been able to transform this power into a real advantage because you have an extraordinary resistance and arrogance towards knowledge."

Pointing to the design drawings on the light screen, Chen Zhou's tone carried an undeniable air of authority, "I need you to become my experimental subjects, assisting me in developing more powerful soul tools. At the same time, you also need to learn how to use these soul tools, combining your power with technology to become true fighting machines."

Gu Yue frowned slightly. Although she understood Chen Zhou's meaning, she still felt some resistance. As the Silver Dragon King, she had never imagined that one day she would need to rely on human technology to enhance her power. However, she also knew that Chen Zhou's words were not without reason. Although the power of the Soul Beast race was formidable, it appeared so fragile when faced with human soul-guiding technology.

"You want us to be your guinea pigs?"

Gu Yue's voice carried a hint of coldness. Although she had chosen to compromise, she still retained a trace of pride deep in her heart.

"No, not experimental subjects, but experimental subjects."

Chen Zhou shook his head; he usually had extraordinary patience when it came to problems involving his own people.

"I will arrange educational courses for you to familiarize you with the power of technology."

"At the same time, demonstrate your value to me."

Gu Yue remained silent for a moment, her gaze sweeping across the light screen, her mind a jumble of thoughts. She knew that Chen Zhou's request was not unreasonable; in fact, it could be said to offer the soul beast race a new path to survival. However, as the Silver Dragon King, she still harbored an indelible pride and self-respect deep within her. She was unwilling to easily accept this seemingly humiliating arrangement, but she also knew that reality no longer allowed her any further hesitation.

"If...we agree to become your experimental subjects, can you guarantee the survival space of the Soul Beast race?" Gu Yue's voice was low, with a hint of probing.

Chen Zhou smiled slightly, a profound look in his eyes: "Of course, as long as you demonstrate sufficient value, I will not only guarantee your survival space, but also provide you with more resources and support. The combination of the power of the Soul Beast race and human technology will create unprecedented possibilities. Your bloodline power and innate abilities are treasures that humans cannot reach. And human technology, wisdom, and creativity can also open new doors of evolution for you. This is a win-win cooperation, not a one-sided submission."

Upon hearing this, Gu Yue nodded helplessly, "I promise you." Then, she exhaled deeply, her deep purple eyes radiating a fantastical light, and solemnly lowered her head, vowing, "The Soul Beast Clan will become your sword, cutting through all obstacles for you."

Chen Zhou nodded in satisfaction, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes. He gently patted Gu Yue's shoulder, his tone unusually gentle: "Very good, Gu Yue, your choice will bring new hope to the soul beast race. From today onwards, you will no longer be dust of history, but a part of the future."

Gu Yue raised her head, her gaze firm yet complex, but strangely enough, she did indeed breathe a sigh of relief.

It was as if the heavy responsibility of reviving the soul beast race shouldn't have fallen on her shoulders; she couldn't bear it.
The moment I was able to let go, I felt so relaxed, I've never felt so at ease before.

She knew that from this moment on, the fate of the Soul Beast race would be completely changed. She was no longer a lonely Silver Dragon King, but a member under Chen Zhou's command, shouldering the heavy responsibility of fighting for the future of the entire race.

"Next, I will arrange for you to enter the research department of the Beast Chamber of Commerce and receive systematic training."

Chen Zhou turned and walked to his desk. He lightly swiped his finger across the surface, and a light screen reappeared, displaying a detailed plan.

"I will not overstep my authority to manage those ferocious beasts under your command; their loyalty remains to you."

"I will arrange learning for them, including assessments of their understanding of new knowledge, in order to determine their future job assignments."

"But correspondingly, you have to pay for what you enjoy and bear the consequences of what you gain."

"Tomorrow, have your subordinates report to the Supreme Research Group and find Huo Tianchu. He will make arrangements for your subordinates."

Seemingly recalling Huo Tianchu's recent research project, Chen Zhou couldn't help but curl the corners of his mouth and instructed with a smile, "Remember to tell them not to resist, or they'll be in big trouble."

Gu Yue was somewhat confused, but she nodded in understanding. Although she still had doubts, she knew that since she had chosen this path, she had to trust Chen Zhou's arrangements. After all, the power and wisdom Chen Zhou had demonstrated far exceeded her expectations.

"I will inform them."

Gu Yue's voice remained calm, but inwardly she was already plotting how to communicate with Di Tian, ​​Bi Ji, and the other ferocious beasts. She knew that these beasts harbored great hostility and vigilance towards human technology and power, and getting them to accept Chen Zhou's arrangements would likely not be easy.

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