170: Chapter 170 Six Divisions of the Dark Palace

Uncle Ying, this matter isn't difficult; it just takes a lot of effort. There's no need to be so formal. Let's sit and chat.

Seeing this, Ling Feng waved his hand and spoke with a smile.

Hearing Ling Feng's instructions, Ling Ying didn't say much and quickly returned to his seat.

Only after Ling Ying had resettled in his seat did Ling Feng slowly begin to speak.

"Uncle Ying, the Dark Guard members have now grown to a thousand. As time passes and with the investment of massive resources, the scale of the Dark Guard will become increasingly vast.

The previous management model for the Dark Guard is no longer suitable for its current state. If this continues, it might even severely hinder the Dark Guard's development to a certain extent."

"Therefore, I plan to reform the current management system of the Dark Guard and establish a new one that is suitable for its development."

"What are your thoughts on this?"

After listening to Ling Feng, Ling Ying couldn't help but frown slightly, but it quickly disappeared, replaced by a look of pleasant surprise.

He immediately responded respectfully.

"Reporting to the Family Head, this subordinate is certainly in full agreement. To be frank, before you took over as Family Head, managing the Dark Guard members under my command was effortless.

However, ever since you assumed the esteemed position of Family Head and relentlessly promoted the development of the Family's Dark Guard, with the continuous increase in Dark Guard members, this subordinate has also noticed certain obstacles in management."

"Family Head, how do you plan to change the Dark Guard's management system?"

Ling Feng nodded with satisfaction upon receiving Ling Ying's response. Although Ling Feng could have directly decided on establishing a new management system within the Dark Guard without needing to consult Ling Ying at all, in Ling Feng's view, Ling Ying was the direct, overt manager of the Dark Guard department.

It was still very necessary to listen to his opinions. Besides, Ling Ying had followed his father for so many years; even if he didn't have merits, he had toiled hard, and the respect due to him should still be given.

Subsequently, Ling Feng didn't beat around the bush and immediately expressed his thoughts.

"The Family will establish a new hall, named the Dark Hall. Uncle Ying, you will be its Hall Master, responsible only to me. No other members of the Family, not even the Grand Elder, have the right to interfere with or command Dark Hall members."

"Of course, the existence of the Dark Hall will remain a Family secret. Nominally, the Family does not have this department, and its establishment will not be made public."

"The Dark Hall will have Six Divisions: Wind Division, Rain Division, Thunder Division, Lightning Division, Nether Division, and Slaughter Division.

Among them, the Wind Division's primary responsibility is to fully oversee the Dark Guard's intelligence and the gathering of various information. The Rain Division's primary responsibility is to manage the Dark Hall's logistics.

The Thunder Division and Lightning Division are the Dark Hall's main combat departments."

"As for the last two departments, the Nether Division is similar to the Family's Hall of Law Enforcement, primarily responsible for overseeing the internal affairs of the Dark Hall.

However, the Nether Division's responsibilities are not limited to the Dark Hall; it can monitor anyone affiliated with the Family. Only those with powerful cultivation may join."

"The Slaughter Division is the most elite department among the Dark Hall's Six Divisions. It gathers the most powerful Dark Guards within the Dark Hall, and the missions it undertakes will be the most dangerous and difficult.

Only those with powerful martial Dao cultivation may join."

"The Wind Division, Rain Division, Thunder Division, Lightning Division, Nether Division, and Slaughter Division will each have one Commander and one Vice Commander.

Currently, the total number of Dark Guards is only one thousand. After being distributed among the various departments, the numbers won't be too large.

The specific management system within the Six Divisions can be adjusted and established by you later as personnel increase. Just inform me when that time comes."

Listening to Ling Feng systematically elaborate on his new plan for the Dark Guard, Ling Ying was momentarily engrossed, falling into deep thought.

Ling Feng, who had laid out all his thoughts, saw Ling Ying still deep in thought and did not interrupt him. Instead, he picked up the spiritual tea from the tea table beside him and slowly sipped it.

"Hoo..."

"Gulp gulp... gulp..."

"Gulp..."

A moment later.

Ling Ying gradually snapped out of the plan Ling Feng had described. Realizing his momentary distraction, Ling Ying immediately apologized to Ling Feng, who was seated at the head of the table.

"I hope the Family Head will forgive me; this subordinate was momentarily lost in thought."

"No matter!"

Upon hearing this, Ling Feng immediately waved his hand. Then, without waiting for Ling Ying to speak, he continued.

"Uncle Ying, what do you think of the Dark Hall plan I just outlined?"

"It's absolutely perfect!"

"The general direction encompasses almost all aspects."

Hearing Ling Feng's question, Ling Ying praised him loudly and excitedly.

"Since that's the case, it's decided. From today onward, the Family will establish the Dark Hall, with Six Divisions: Wind, Rain, Thunder, Lightning, Nether, and Slaughter."

Seeing this, Ling Feng immediately made the decision, announcing loudly and decisively, officially declaring the establishment of the Dark Hall. He then turned his gaze to Ling Ying, his face instantly serious, and called out loudly.

"Ling Ying."

Hearing Ling Feng's authoritative call, Ling Ying immediately rose, his face solemn, knelt on one knee, and responded respectfully with cupped hands.

"This subordinate is here!"

"Effective immediately, you are the Hall Master of the Dark Hall, fully responsible for all matters concerning the Dark Hall. All personnel of the Dark Hall are accountable only to this seat; no one else has the authority to command them."

"Additionally, the Commanders and Vice Commanders of the Dark Hall's Six Divisions are yet to be appointed. I order you to select suitable candidates from the Dark Guard within six months. At that time, simply provide me with the list of corresponding personnel.

Dark Guard members must also be assigned to the most appropriate division based on their individual strengths."

Looking at Ling Ying in the main hall, Ling Feng immediately stood up and instructed loudly.

"Yes, Family Head."

"This subordinate will certainly not fail the Family Head's high expectations! I will lead the Dark Hall and protect the Family!"

"Alright, Uncle Ying, rise."

"Thank you, Family Head!"

Upon hearing Ling Feng's instruction, Ling Ying immediately thanked Ling Feng, who was at the head of the table.

After Ling Ying rose, Ling Feng slowly descended from the main seat and walked over to Ling Ying's side.

"Uncle Ying, since the matter is settled, I'll be leaving now!"

With that, Ling Feng immediately turned and walked quickly towards the exit of the hall. After only a few steps, as if remembering something, Ling Feng, without looking back, spoke loudly to Ling Ying as he walked.

"Uncle Ying, once you've selected the Commanders and Vice Commanders for the Dark Hall's Six Divisions, bring them to see me. I have a great Opportunity awaiting them here."

"Hahahahaha..."

Upon hearing this, Ling Ying looked at Ling Feng's quickly departing back and responded respectfully.

"Farewell, Family Head!"

Soon, after a few breaths, Ling Feng's figure disappeared from the hall. Seeing this, Ling Ying couldn't help but murmur to himself.

"A great Opportunity? It seems the twelve young fellows chosen then will be blessed!"

"However, in that case, my method for selecting candidates will probably have to change."

If Ling Feng were present at that moment, he would surely be greatly astonished, because Ling Ying's usually benevolent face was now filled with fierceness and cunning...