For the first time, the Avalon portal opened in another pocket dimension.
When similar yet different natural auras converged in the portal, Malorn and the Great Protector, both of whom had partial control over space, sensed each other's presence.
For them, this was undoubtedly an extremely novel experience.
"Hello, Divine Dragon."
Malorn's soul projection appeared in Ta Lo through the spatial portal, leaving the Ta Lo villagers waiting on the other side puzzled:
"What about the tree?"
"...Welcome to Ta Lo, Malorn."
The Great Protector temporarily set aside the insignificant question from the villagers. He had already noticed Malorn's unique form of life.
Although Malorn couldn't compare to him in terms of power and freedom of movement, his vitality far surpassed his own.
Oaks entrusted the maintenance of the portal to Malorn and the two demigods began to communicate while Oaks focused on using the power of Avalon to quickly scan the natural environment data of Ta Lo.
At the same time, the massive root system of Malorn's true form, the sacred oak tree, began working. Outside the calculation center that housed the "Gaia consciousness," it swiftly generated root-based calculation facilities that simulated Ta Lo's ecological environment.
Ta Lo's self-sustaining environment had its own uniqueness, and although it couldn't directly create a complete ecosystem, it was of significant reference value.
Avalon was slightly smaller than Ta Lo and lacked such rich biological resources, which was closely related to the presence of deathly energy from the Helheim Realm.
However, Oaks didn't have a solution to this problem at the moment and had to temporarily set it aside.
Ta Lo was much smaller than the real world, so with the full cooperation of the two demigods, it took Oaks over a month to complete the scanning of the ecological data.
When this task was completed, Oaks could clearly feel that the essence of Avalon had grown stronger.
Although it wasn't as earth-shattering as directly merging the entire pocket dimension, it was a strengthening of his own essence, bringing Avalon's rules closer to Oaks's own power attributes.
The most significant change was the appearance of stars in Avalon's sky.
This was the manifestation of the enhanced power of the pocket dimension, reflecting the real world.
From now on, in Avalon, Oaks would be able to harness the cosmic energy from the outside world.
"This is truly remarkable..."
Having tasted success, Oaks couldn't help but look forward to the Dream Dimension even more.
Regarding the matter of Wenwu and his son, Oaks took it upon himself to discuss with Ta Lo, allowing Wenwu to stay in Ta Lo and safeguard Yingli's soul.
Even in the future, Wenwu would remain here because in the outside world, he was already considered deceased.
Tony had no objections to Oaks's handling of the situation.
After all, in terms of symbolism and for the Ten Rings organization, whether it was Wenwu or Mandarin, they had truly vanished.
Shang-Chi, who inherited Wenwu's Ten Rings, naturally became the new leader of the Ten Rings organization.
"You really don't plan to go back?"
As the first "Mist Weaver," Xialing had firmly established her position in Ta Lo and the Ten Rings organization.
She didn't oppose her brother taking over as the leader of the Ten Rings organization. In fact, the two of them had spent over a month trying to sort out the matters of the Ten Rings organization, but they still couldn't fully manage them.
The organization's direction and existence had to be steered by Shang-Chi.
As Wenwu said, now that he had taken over the Ten Rings, he had the final say on what it would become.
But the scope of the Ten Rings' influence was too wide, and they were adept at hiding. If chaos erupted, even the Avengers would have a hard time finding them again.
Therefore, there had to be a leader.
"I will stay here and guide them onto the right path... The Ten Rings Security Company. Lingling, what do you think?"
Shang-Chi rubbed his chin, having considered this idea for a long time.
"The Ten Rings organization has a large number of experienced fighters skilled in various industries. If we establish a security company, we can make proper use of their abilities.
As for the business scope, I think we should start with domestic operations and provide security services primarily for the Benevolence Society."
As he spoke, Shang-Chi's expression became a bit strange.
"Speaking of which, the bodyguard of the Chairman of the Asia Branch, Brother Antonio, was actually a cat and a dog. It's really hard to justify..."
"A security company? Not a bad idea... Now that the Ten Rings organization is under your control, you can do as you please."
Xialing didn't express approval or disapproval. She currently had no interest in the affairs of the organization. If it weren't for her brother being so clueless and unable to handle this mess on his own, she would have long washed her hands of it.
"Right now, I just want to experience the peaceful and meaningful life you mentioned before, in the Benevolence Society."
She sighed and crossed her arms:
"So, when are you going to handle these things yourself? If my teacher comes, I will definitely leave with him!"
"...Actually, you can also experience the life of the Benevolence Society here."
Shang-Chi became a little anxious when he realized that if he had to rely on himself, he would be overwhelmed with exhaustion!
I really don't know how my father managed such a large criminal empire before!
"Why don't you just go to the Asia Branch? I'm familiar with Brother Antonio, and you're the disciple of the Chairman.
You're the only one with healing abilities... I won't feel at ease if you go abroad."
"Oh? Just became the leader, and you're already acting like a parent?"
Xialing disdainfully glanced at her smiling brother:
"I never said anything stupid like 'I'll be back in three days,' so I don't want to continue watching you do stupid things—
I want to follow my teacher first, and then... go back with Mom!"
"..."
Shang-Chi opened his mouth but could only force a bitter smile:
"Alright... This matter is indeed very important. I'm counting on you."
"Reporting to the leader! Chairman Oaks has arrived!"
Razor Fist personally came to report. Shang-Chi and Xialing exchanged glances and stood up solemnly:
"I'll personally go to meet him!"
...
Oaks and the siblings sat facing each other once again.
The difference was that the last time was at the Benevolence Society, while this time it was in the meeting room of the Ten Rings.
"Well... Shang-Chi, your ideas are great. Go ahead and do it. If you don't understand anything, you can consult your father in Ta Lo. He has a thousand years of experience in managing organizations."
Oaks acknowledged Shang-Chi's concept. With their Asia Branch having the Ten Rings Security Company close at hand, their development would accelerate with the assistance. After all, they could be considered the local powerhouses.
As for the authorities, the Ten Rings had been deeply hidden, and they had intricate ties to the officials.
But if they were to come to the surface now, they would likely face significant resistance from the authorities.
However, after Oaks made a phone call to Director Zheng and explained the situation, the latter agreed to help resolve all official matters. The condition was that the actions of the Ten Rings must be under the banner of the Benevolence Society.
Director Zheng's move was brilliant. Now, the one who could guide the Ten Rings onto the right path wasn't the new leader, Shang-Chi, but Oaks, the Chairman of the Benevolence Society!
Shang-Chi himself had no objections.
Compared to being completely wiped out by the authorities, this was already good enough. After all, he himself was actually a subordinate of the Benevolence Society.
Oaks, who had inexplicably acquired the thousand-year legacy of Wenwu, couldn't help but marvel at his good fortune.
"So, later I will take you to Antonio's place. Work together and settle things as soon as possible."
After hanging up the phone, Oaks was about to say a few more words when he turned his head to the side.
Shang-Chi and Xialing's eyes also widened—
In the air, a row of golden magical radiance emerged, and a teleportation portal opened.
The Supreme Sorcerer, wearing a yellow robe, stepped forward with her hands behind her back, and her gaze immediately fell on the Ten Rings on Shang-Chi's arm.
"So, it really is the Ten Rings..."
"Supreme Sorcerer?"
Oaks stood up, and the title confirmed the identity of the newcomer for Shang-Chi and Xialing—
This is the Supreme Sorcerer who had been so powerful that their father sought Ta Lo's power?!
"Oaks, you're here too. That's even better."
The Supreme Sorcerer looked at Oaks with a solemn expression:
"You... better come with me for a moment. It seems that there has been some kind of change after the Ten Rings changed hands."
"A change?"
Shang-Chi looked at the Ten Rings on his arm inexplicably. They were still as calm as ever, radiating a golden dragon's aura.
"Have you sensed something..."
Thinking about the characteristics he had deduced about the Ten Rings, Oaks's expression also became serious:
"Shang-Chi, come on. The Supreme Sorcerer is currently the highest authority in the earthly realm of white magic. It seems that the Ten Rings are not as simple as we thought."
"Yes, Chairman!"
"Xialing, come along too and experience the world of the sorcerers."
"Yes, teacher!"
"It's been a few months, and it seems you've made quite a bit of progress."
As they passed through the teleportation portal, the Supreme Sorcerer looked at the excited expressions of the two young people and chuckled lightly as she glanced at Oaks:
"You really do like to bring surprises to people."
"I hope it's not a fright."
Oaks looked around and realized that they were in the library. Wong was carefully checking a pile of books alongside the Senior Disciple, Mordo.
It seems that the place has been temporarily closed, and there are no other sorcerers in sight.
"Let's thoroughly investigate the issue with the Ten Rings..."
The Supreme Sorcerer turned around and looked at Shang-Chi:
"When you used the Ten Rings in the alternate dimension, we could sense it here."
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