Chapter 2193: Chapter 2193: Even the Central Region Was Alarmed
"According to calculations, they really might produce a nine-tier powerhouse."
"Indeed, the continent is divided into four regions. If each region produces a nine-tier powerhouse, then four new Holy Cities would emerge. I see this as an enormous opportunity."
"Even if they don’t reach the ninth tier, at least they can ascend to the peak of the eighth tier, unmatched in their own territory. Essentially, unless a ninth-tier Saint takes action, they are absolutely secure."
Though their lives are infinite, no one disregards their own safety. In their hearts, unless they reach the ninth tier, danger always lurks. For example, being besieged by other eighth tiers can mean death.
However, if one can control a vast territory, then as long as they remain within their domain, even a siege by other eighth tiers poses no threat. Additionally, controlling such a large area ensures a substantial number of eighth tiers under their command. As long as they don’t provoke a Holy City, they are quite safe in this world.
In this world where powerhouses emerge one after another, even at the eighth tier, a sense of insecurity persists.
"Hmph, you’re thinking too much. Only the central region possesses that unique power. This is Heaven and Earth’s Bell, the exclusive special power that allows us to produce nine-tier Saints here. What good does occupying other places do?"
As members of the upper class in the Holy City, they possess blind confidence regarding their own region.
They regard people from the surrounding regions as country bumpkins, mere nobodies, believing only those from their region are truly noble. They even look down on people from small places entering the central core region.
Perhaps in their eyes, only people from the central region are truly human, while others are not.
Even those more powerful than themselves are scorned, revealing their peculiar mindset.
This mindset is not unique; rather, it’s shared by the masses. Upon hearing these words, many show expressions of realization and evidently agree with such notions.
"But that’s ultimately an opportunity. Climbing higher in the central region is extremely difficult."
As a member of the upper class, one knows how difficult it is to advance further in the central region. Even those born in the central region, with strong backing, struggle to ascend.
It’s like one radish per pit, where city lords are elected, not by ordinary people but by the upper council. In other words, they decide who gets to be lord.
While the owner of the Holy City cannot be elected, it’s possible in other cities. These places are completely controlled by them, and cities under the Holy City’s control operate similarly, akin to the rotation system of the Life Empire.
Becoming an upper-class city member allows one to rise to the seventh tier and become the lord of any city, then ascend to the eighth tier. However, advancing isn’t easy as many wait their turn.
Even eighth-tier powerhouses won’t give up easily, as staying here allows further strength upgrades. They await greater merits and credentials, hoping to head to a larger city. Therefore, in the central core region, the power hierarchy remains stagnant, with everyone waiting their turn.
If outsiders try to progress, it’s even harder.
Perhaps establishing a small city on the edge of the central region is possible, but creating a large city is nearly impossible due to lack of space. The central region is small, but cities are densely packed.
No one dares to instigate large-scale conflicts here, or it would prompt intervention from above.
Even in the central region, battles potentially causing massive civilian casualties are forbidden. They realize that too many masters exist here, and if unleashed, the central region risks destruction.
Without ordinary people, nine-tier powerhouses cannot continue advancing, let alone anyone else.
"Indeed, it’s an opportunity, but competition there is fiercer. Ultimately, only one overlord can emerge per region. Only four in total; are you sure you can reach that height? And, even if you do, returning means facing rejection from central region people."
"Yes, heritage is a significant issue." Those from the central region mostly take pride in their origins, and losing this identity would cause considerable discomfort.
It’s like a normal person reincarnating as an animal, causing most to break down. That’s heritage; even future strength cannot erase this regret.
To many central region natives, people from surrounding regions are akin to swine or other animals.
Yet, regardless, some prioritize strength over heritage. In this world, strength is everything, bestowing status only through it.
In reality, although locals scorn those from surrounding areas,
if one gains experience, they realize the importance of strength. If an outsider kills a central-born civilian or a low-powered noble, justified or not, little consequence follows. Even without reason, punishment is minimal.
If the slain lacks powerful backing, that’s generally the outcome.
Those with influential support are rare, and annually, many who unwisely provoke masters, believing themselves noble, are killed. Many ordinary people witness such events.
The authorities suppress these occurrences publicly, leaving most unaware or forgetful.
And if such common-born individuals gain strength, they prioritize it even more. Consequently, many consider venturing outside, as advancing further in the central region is exceedingly difficult.
Given their origins, they can at most reach the seventh tier in this life.
Those from major factions with talents line up awaiting the lord’s appointment; what chance do they have? Many, alive for unknown years, despair.
Initially reluctant to abandon their central origin, believing they may get a chance after some endeavor.
But now, it’s different. Outside lies Success Road, with potential to reach the ninth tier. Why not take a gamble? Should failure ensue, they can return, at least reaching the eighth tier, right?
