Inside the main room, the air seemed to freeze.
The divine inheritance.
These four words represent the ultimate temptation for any Soul Master.
And now, it lies right before Yue Guan, within reach.
If he nods and enters that so-called temple, the Douluo Continent will welcome a new god—the God of Chrysanthemums.
Ning Liu looked at Yue Guan, but her thoughts had already drifted far away.
The first one... was actually Chrysanthemum Douluo.
Although it's only a level three god, it's still a god.
It is a being that has truly transcended the boundaries of mortals and possesses near-endless lifespan and immense power.
The power of a single god is enough to overturn the entire continent.
Although Yue Guan's character has been tempered in the divine test, who can guarantee that he won't have other thoughts after truly mastering that power?
Loyalty can sometimes become exceptionally fragile in the face of absolute power.
If he becomes a god, and wants to...
The thought flashed through Ning Liu's mind forcibly, but he quickly suppressed it.
As someone in a position of power, he couldn't ignore this possibility.
But now, it's hard to say.
A complex emotion flickered in Bibi Dong's phoenix eyes.
She was happy for Yue Guan, but a sense of urgency also rose in her heart.
She was tasked with the Rakshasa God's test, but her progress was overtaken by Yue Guan, who came later.
The atmosphere in the room became somewhat subtle due to the silence between the two.
Just then, Yue Guan suddenly smiled.
He shed his previous solemnity and instead displayed a more carefree and playful attitude.
"The Ninth Test: Divine Inheritance."
He repeated it softly, then shook his head. "That sounds pretty intimidating."
Ning Liu and Bibi Dong both looked at him, not understanding what he meant by that.
Yue Guan didn't keep them in suspense. He bowed slightly to Bibi Dong, then turned to Ning Liu and performed a standard subordinate's greeting.
"Your Holiness the Pope, Sect Master Ning."
His voice was clear and firm.
"I don't plan to complete this ninth test for the time being."
"What?"
Bibi Dong frowned, almost thinking she had misheard.
Giving up a godhood that's within easy reach? Are there really people in this world who are unmoved by worldly things?
Why?
Bibi Dong asked in a deep voice, "This is your chance to rise to the top in one step, it's not something to be taken lightly."
"That's precisely why I can't be the first one."
Yue Guan stood up straight, his expression calm.
He glanced at the two of them, his gaze clear and without the slightest hesitation.
"My ability to be where I am today, to have the opportunity to touch the threshold of God, is a gift from His Holiness the Pope and Sect Master Ning."
"Without you two, where would the God of Chrysanthemums be?"
He paused, his tone carrying a hint of nonchalant ease.
"There is a distinction between ruler and subject, and an order of seniority. If a subordinate were to walk ahead of his lord, wouldn't that be a laughing stock?"
“If Your Majesty does not become a god in a day, I will not complete this ninth test in a day.”
"I will come back to take what belongs to me when His Majesty and Sect Master Ning ascend to the divine throne."
"Before this, I, Yue Guan, was just a Title Douluo under the Pope of the Spirit Hall, nothing more."
His words were powerful and resounding.
Silence fell once again inside the venue.
But this time, the subtle tension in the air had vanished.
Ning Liu was completely relieved.
He looked at Yue Guan and suddenly found it somewhat amusing.
This guy even makes such a ritualistic show of loyalty.
However, he accepted the sentiment.
A level 99 peerless Douluo who could become a god at any time, but was willing to suppress himself to wait for them.
This fighting strength, this loyalty, that's enough!
Have you thought it through?
Ning Liu's tone also relaxed, "It's possible that a divine position won't be available again once the time is right."
"Then I won't take it."
Yue Guan answered crisply and gracefully, shrugging his shoulders.
"Wouldn't it be more meaningful to serve you two as a level 99 peerless Douluo, clearing obstacles in your path, than to be a lonely Chrysanthemum God?"
His words were half true and half false, but they also revealed what he truly felt.
Having witnessed Ning Liu and Bibi Dong's abilities and potential, he knew very well that following these two would lead to a future far broader than that of a mere third-level god.
"good."
Bibi Dong gave him a deep look and said only one word.
A thousand words are contained within.
"Since that's the case..."
Ning Liu stood up from his seat, his gaze sweeping over the two of them. "We can't afford to waste any more time."
"Depart immediately, destination—the City of Slaughter!"
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