"However, this battle wasn't without gains. At the very least, I've gained a deeper understanding of the Death Rule!" Hodan happily summarized. "Just two more battles—no, just one more battle—I feel that my Death Rule will make another breakthrough."
A life-and-death struggle truly was the best catalyst for growth in strength. The Nether Fruit had already made Hodan more attuned to heaven and earth, making it easier for him to comprehend laws and rules, while life-and-death battles accelerated that process.
Especially when one's understanding of the rules was still shallow, such progress became even more obvious.
"I'm looking forward to the next battle!" Hodan calmed himself, restoring his divine power and divine body while adjusting himself to his peak condition, preparing to welcome the next fight.
The Plane Battlefield remained as it had before. It appeared tranquil on the surface, yet slaughter continued in secret. Though the Plane Battlefield was dangerous, Hodan, having already succeeded once, now possessed ample confidence.
He was now like a fisherman, quietly waiting for a fish to take the bait.
"A calm heart... really does speed up one's comprehension of the rules." Hodan opened his eyes with a faint smile. Feeling his understanding of the Death Rule rising at a visible rate, he was filled with delight.
Hodan had come to the Plane Battlefield not only because he had promised to bring the Sovereign of Death a victory, but also to obtain the Crown of Wutie. Furthermore, he wanted his Death divine clone to break through quickly through battle. As for his Life divine clone, it could quietly cultivate on its own.
While cultivating, Hodan also spared part of his attention to send out Deathgod puppets for reconnaissance.
With Hodan's current strength, multitasking was no problem at all.
"Hmm? There's someone about eight hundred meters