Chapter 2209: Chapter 2209: Aren’t You Overthinking Things?
After occupying the North, Du You’s tasks were basically completed.
It has been decades since coming to this world, and this time it’s truly been enjoyable. Layers of seals were imposed on the Northern King, along with the captured upper class elites sent towards the east.
Meanwhile, people from the central region also realized Du You’s victory, so there was no need for further debate.
After all, their true purpose was to control the surrounding areas to gain some benefits for themselves.
Thus, an elder stood up and said, "Now we can proceed to the Life Empire. I’m sure their king knows what to do." The others nodded in agreement.
However, some people were displeased; these were those who had always opposed unification. If things hadn’t unified, they still had a chance to control the North, which would bring them benefits. But now, the entire world is unified, meaning their benefits are gone, all of which will go to the core faction.
"Alright, I’ve already contacted other Holy Cities; at that time, they’ll discuss it together. Dividing the benefits this time requires everyone’s cooperation." The crowd happily displayed smiles.
As for what the Life Empire thinks, does it really matter? It’s merely a country formed by ordinary people.
"What if the people of the Life Empire are unwilling to join us?" someone raised the question. "After all, the Saints don’t value the surrounding regions, so even if they’re unwilling, the Saints usually won’t take action against them."
True, if the Saints don’t intervene, then their king and upper-tier powers will be immensely strong on that land, which isn’t easy to deal with.
"Hmph, who gives them the courage to defy us, just some mud-legged people."
The leading elder pondered for a moment, then said, "This matter can’t be overlooked completely, I’ll communicate with other Holy Cities and bring more strong warriors this time to show our combat power."
They knew very well about the previous battle, five pinnacle tier-eight Undead could suppress a Northern King. Therefore, as long as they mobilized enough pinnacle tier-eight forces, even the Life Empire’s king wouldn’t be a match. If necessary, they would eliminate him, and the empire would naturally submit.
After discussing with other Holy Cities, they managed to gather as many as twenty pinnacle tier-eight warriors. Such force, they believed, could directly annihilate the Life Empire, and if it’s not enough, there are more to come.
Thus, the mighty troop marched towards the Life Empire. As Du You received the news, the Northern King was also being escorted over, already waiting outside his main hall.
"Well then, let’s gradually welcome them, let them all come over."
Du You tidied his clothes and then stepped out. This time it was his real appearance, not the façade used when founding the country. Anyway, the people within the empire knew what he truly looked like.
The two sisters quietly followed behind, without any presumptuous actions, appearing very composed.
Walking out, Du You saw the former king kneeling on the ground. It’s not that he willingly kneeled, but because of the seals on him, leaving him without the strength to stand.
"The king of the Life Empire, let’s call you that for now, since the Northern King was indeed a king, a former rival of yours, insulting him like this is truly inappropriate."
Du You glanced at the arrogant guy leading the group and scoffed, "Why, do you wish to interfere in our internal affairs? Who are you to have a say?"
"Hmph, country boy, listen, we are the delegation from the Holy City of the central region. This is our third priest; you’d better come over and pay your respects," announced a person beside them with pride. Although this guy wasn’t a pinnacle tier-eight, he was an early tier-eight, how did such a lackey rise to this level?
"Just a few tier-eight, do they have the right to speak like this?" Du You chuckled.
"You don’t understand the power of the Saints, nor the might of the Holy City; your ignorance will cost you eventually."
"Oh? What is your intention then? Or what’s your purpose in coming this time?"
The other replied calmly, "From now on, you will be our Holy City’s outer steward, managing all matters outside the central region. All revenue must have eighty percent submitted to us, with the remaining twenty percent for your own use."
They were already using commanding tones, assuming he was under their authority.
Du You replied calmly, "Interesting idea, just one command and I should hand over my conquered land to you and become your subordinate. Who gives you the courage to talk to me like this?"
"Just mud-legged people, do you really think you’re that capable? Do you know who we are? We are from the Holy City," another upper class of the Holy City couldn’t hold back anymore, releasing his power. Others also released their aura, twenty pinnacle tier-eight presences, along with many tier-eight warriors.
This time, they came to showcase their strength, so all are masters, and the numbers aren’t few.
"See that? This is merely a fraction of our power. If you don’t submit, we can easily destroy you."
Du You laughed, "Switching from soft to hard tactic, or rather, you never were soft. But do you think such power is invincible?" These folks have been in their positions too long, unable to see their own limits.
The central region does have numerous experts, but if the Saints don’t intervene, they’re not necessarily stronger than those in surrounding areas. Although the quality here might not compare to theirs, the quantity is indeed greater, enough to overwhelm them.
Not to mention, the Undead created by Du You are stronger and more numerous, and fearlessly march into battle. Just relying on his Undead Creatures, in a real fight, the central region folks wouldn’t stand a chance.
"So, you’re choosing a path of no return?"
Du You replied calmly, "One chooses their own path, and must bear the consequences. But, aren’t you assuming too much?" Du You released a hint of his aura, and with just a hint, he effortlessly suppressed them all.
It was the aura belonging to tier-nine, how could the top priest from the Holy City always interacting with Saints not recognize it. Under this power, they had no resistance whatsoever.
