In Hell, inside a grand estate in a city.
The estate was immense and imposing, a symbol of luxury and prestige.
Its outer walls were built from enormous stone blocks, meticulously carved to create a dignified, stately appearance. The stone walls bore intricate designs and patterns that showcased the craftsmen's extraordinary skill. The gate consisted of two massive stone doors, carved with ornate patterns and the family crest to proclaim the owner's identity and status.
"Is what you said true? Someone in an ordinary Material Plane reached the Saint Realm in their teens and became a God on their own in just fifty years?"
A dignified man asked in a low voice, his face still showing his surprise.
"My lord, how would I dare make something like that up? Besides, there are many surviving members of the Four Divine Beasts Clan in the Yulan Continent Plane now. There's also someone named Linley, whose talent is exceptional. I fear he'll become a God on his own in less than a century, too."
An old man in white robes reported respectfully.
If Garen had been there, he would have recognized him at once. This was Hodan, the Plane Overseer of the Yulan Continent, though this was only one of his Low-level God Divine Clones.
"Garen is one thing, but Linley will be difficult to deal with. He's currently mixed up with a rat-type Magical Beast, and Lord Beirut is treating him with particular favor. I suspect that beast might well be the second God-Slaying Rat in all the planes."
Hodan continued.
"Very well. You've delivered your information in a timely manner. I understand. You may leave."
The dignified middle-aged man flicked his sleeve, and Hodan promptly withdrew from the hall.
"Someone!"
A Mid-level God in standard-issue Leather Armor entered the hall.
"My