Chapter 1378: A Pawn

While the other elders were feeling pessimistic, Domain Lord Liuli’s mind was as clear as crystal. Judging from Yi Tianyun’s performance and doing a bit of deduction, she was certain he had some measure of control over the situation.

Even if he wasn’t immensely powerful, he clearly had more confidence and ability than Heavenly Spring God Territory. She had never been the reckless type, in fact, when others thought she was acting on impulse, her mind was sharper than anyone’s.

Yi Tianyun’s cultivation alone was enough for her to bet on him. If he had risen to this level in a short time, it clearly meant he had either a great fortuitous encounter or a powerful backing. And if he had simply been hiding his strength, then all the more reason, he was already strong, and thus a perfect partner.

“Let’s hope he gives me another surprise…”

Domain Lord Liuli glanced at Yi Tianyun, eyes full of hopeful light. He always seemed to bring her hope, perhaps this time would be no different.

Meanwhile, within Saint Peak God Territory, chaos had erupted. The deaths of two Heavenly Venerables were like a slap in the face, especially since those two were from an outer God Territory, and were thus eligible to fight for the core tokens in the God Territory War.

Now, both were dead, two massive combat powers lost.

“What’s going on? How could a mere second-grade God Territory possess such strength?” said a powerful man seated on a throne, his gaze cold and piercing.

All the elders below trembled, their bodies shaking from the pressure. This man was none other than the Domain Lord of Saint Peak God Territory, Domain Lord Saint Peak.

Of course, his real name wasn’t “Saint Peak.” Every Domain Lord adopted the name of their God Territory upon ascension so that others would immediately recognize their allegiance.

“Y-Yes… according to the reports, they had help. A first-grade God Territory supported them, one that just recently emerged, called the Three Realms God Territory.”

“The Three Realms God Territory used to be known as the Chaos God Territory. It was a lawless land, filled with disorder. To conquer it required at least a half-step Heavenly Venerable or even a full Heavenly Venerable’s strength. That made it even stronger than most first-grade territories. Anyone who could unify it must be formidable.”

“Judging from the outcome, it’s possible the Domain Lords of Three Realms and Heavenly Spring worked together, or maybe it was a sneak attack… maybe an ambush..”

“Enough!”

Domain Lord Saint Peak slammed his armrest and growled, “I don’t want analysis, I want results! Just tell me which of you is going to wipe those two God Territories off the map. No more nonsense!”

He was that kind of ruler, he didn’t want talk, just action. Obey and thrive; defy and perish.

The gathered elders exchanged uncertain glances. These were Saint Peak’s core elders. Nearby, seven or eight Heavenly Venerables sat, only those of high standing could sit. Even peak Divine Kings or half-step Venerables had to remain standing. In a third-grade God Territory, status mattered.

Without a Heavenly Venerable’s cultivation, one had no voice.

“We four will go,” said four elders rising in unison. Their cultivation ranged from early to late-stage lower Heavenly Venerable. Sending out four at once was a considerable move.

“Two Venerables already died, meaning the enemy is no pushover. But we’re specialists in joint combat. Together, even early-stage mid-level Venerables wouldn’t be a match. Unless the enemy has a mid- to late-stage Venerable, we can take them down. And even if things go wrong, we can escape.”

The leader was the Second Elder, Heavenly Venerable Bei Yue, the strongest among them. The First Elder remained seated, his strength at early-stage mid Heavenly Venerable made him a powerful deterrent. Sending him would mean they were treating this enemy too seriously.

Sending five would show weakness, not caution. They didn’t want to become a laughingstock among other God Territories.

Domain Lord Saint Peak glared at them and said coldly, “Fine. It’s in your hands now. You are not allowed to fail. Myriad Heaven God Territory is watching us, make sure we win!”

He trusted the four Venerables. Their coordination was exceptional, and even against powerful foes, they could flee.

“Yes, Domain Lord!”

With cold expressions, the four turned and flew off. They didn’t hesitate. Their mission: annihilate the God Territories that had offended Saint Peak.

Myriad Heaven God Territory was their rival and always kept a close eye on their every move. If Saint Peak lost a Heavenly Venerable, Myriad Heaven would celebrate, eager to see them weaken.

“Domain Lord Saint Peak,” a voice came from the side. “Seems your side was careless. To lose two Venerables to a first- and second-grade God Territory… you need to tighten your defenses. We can’t help you in seizing the core token. Everything depends on you now.”

“Indeed. There can be no mistakes. If you lose the God Territory War, imagine how the higher-ups will react. They won’t be pleased.”

Several powerful figures seated nearby released overwhelming pressure. Their cultivation was clearly at mid- to late-stage Heavenly Venerable. These were undoubtedly reinforcements from the Inner God Territory, stationed here to supervise Saint Peak’s every move.

“There will be no mistakes this time,” Domain Lord Saint Peak said, drenched in cold sweat. These were his trump cards. If they abandoned him, there would be no hope in the God Territory War.

In the end, despite his arrogance, Domain Lord Saint Peak was nothing more than a pawn of the higher God Territories.

“Very well. Still, there’s a chance other God Territories are involved. Many forces may seem quiet now, but they secretly harbor powerful experts. Until the critical moment, we won’t intervene. Otherwise, we’d interfere with your destiny.”

The Venerables nodded. Intervening recklessly would disrupt the flow of fate, and that was something none of them wanted.

“Y-Yes… absolutely,” Domain Lord Saint Peak nodded repeatedly, not daring to utter a word of protest.

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