Time Was Already a Path to Invincibility, So Why Borrow Another God's Godhood?

In the Sea of Consciousness, Lin Nuo listened to what had happened to Lin Tian lately, then turned to Lin Yan and gave him a thumbs-up. "Lin Yan, you've got guts, staring the Asura God right in the eye."

Lin Yan replied slowly, "I wanted to confirm whether Tang San really was the Asura God's chosen successor. Now I'm sure he is. That guy even tampered with Tang San's soul. Poor Tang San."

That was why he had held Tang San by the throat without killing him: he wanted to see whether the Asura God had truly chosen Tang San. The moment that invisible killing intent appeared, he had his answer.

"Still, you were too reckless." Lin Nuo thought Lin Yan's gamble might yield a great deal, but the risk had been far too high. "Don't do that again. For now, we need to play it safe and grow stronger."

Lin Yan nodded without arguing.

Seeing him nod, Lin Tian shared what he had noticed. "The Asura God is mainly looking for a successor. Tang San is his first choice, so do you think there's a way to take his place?"

"There's no need." Lin Nuo shook his head and looked at Lin Tian. "Little Tian, our greatest advantage is our six Authorities. They're no weaker than the Asura God's power. They might even be stronger!"

To Lin Nuo, the Immortal Herbs were what mattered most in Tang San's era. Godhood was unnecessary. Time was already a path to invincibility, so why borrow another god's Godhood?

"I see." Lin Tian nodded. He had considered trying to seize the Asura God's Godhood, but now he realized he had been thinking himself into a dead end.

"How far along is your plan?" Lin Nuo asked. That concerned him most. No matter how convincing Lin Tian's imitation was, something would eventually go wrong, so he needed to find a solution.

Dugu Bo was a crafty old man, not someone they could easily fool. Tang San had managed it because he understood poison well enough to impress him. None of the others knew anything about poison.

They needed a solid plan before they acted.

"I've spoken to Dugu Yan," Lin Yan said, slowing his speech. He sounded casual, but there was certainty beneath it. "She wasn't keen at first. Then I told her I knew a few secrets about her family's martial souls and insisted she tell her grandfather. She finally agreed."

"Unfortunately, her grandfather is away. It'll be a while before he returns."

As he finished, Lin Yan shifted his gaze to Lin Nuo. His tone grew serious, his expectation clear. "Main body, now it's up to you to find Zheng Yiran."

Lin Tian nodded in agreement. They needed the main body to find Zheng Yiran in his era. Her family had spent ten thousand years developing secret arts for controlling and channeling poison, though they had no intention of taking them for free.

Just as Lin Nuo was wondering how to find Zheng Yiran, a voice caught their attention.

"Sounds like you three have run into quite a problem."

All three turned toward the newcomer. It was Lin Xiu, the one whose Authority could turn any false strength into reality.

Lin Nuo had an idea as soon as he saw him. "A Xiu, could you find Zheng Yiran's father or someone in her family? Tell them we want to make a deal."

"Ano, you really know how to put people to work. I've barely arrived, and you're already giving me orders." Lin Xiu looked at him with mild complaint.

"I can't help it, A Xiu. It's practically a nursery here." Lin Nuo spread his hands helplessly, exhaustion in his voice. "I have to keep an eye on the Golden Dragon King and look after the Silver Dragon King. When am I supposed to investigate Zheng Yiran?"

His brow furrowed as he spoke. The sheer number of things demanding his attention had clearly left him no time to spare.

After a pause, he added with more concern, "And it looks like Na'er is planning to leave. She's been miserable lately."

Lin Xiu listened and nodded, understanding in his eyes. "I get it. Take care of what you need to. I'll find Zheng Yiran."

"Thanks for the trouble, Lin Xiu," Lin Tian said with a nod. "We still don't know when Dugu Bo will return, so the sooner, the better."

"You're good at putting people to work too." Lin Xiu looked at Lin Tian, then nodded anyway. "It's for our future, so I can hardly refuse. Wait for good news."

After Lin Xiu left, Lin Tian and Lin Yan said goodbye to Lin Nuo. They were preparing to head for Heaven Dou Royal Academy.

In the Dragon King era, morning sunlight streamed into the bedroom. Lin Nuo opened his eyes. When he realized Na'er was no longer in his arms, he got out of bed at once, dressed, and left the room.

He breathed a sigh of relief when he saw her making breakfast in the kitchen. He knew she would leave him sooner or later, but he still couldn't bear the thought. At the very least, he hoped she wouldn't go without saying goodbye.

Sensing her brother watching her, Na'er turned and smiled at Lin Nuo. "Brother, breakfast is almost ready. Go wash up, then you can go to the beach with that pervert and watch the sea."

Lin Nuo nodded at her smile and went to the bathroom. After brushing his teeth and washing his face, he sat down at the table to enjoy her cooking.

Beside him, Na'er watched with shining eyes and an expectant face. She even leaned forward a little.

When he finished every bite of the breakfast she had prepared so carefully, she immediately moved closer, excitement spilling into her voice. "Brother, how was it? Was it good?"

Lin Nuo set down his utensils and looked at her beaming face. Amused, he drew out his words to tease her. "Na'er, be honest. Have you been secretly learning my recipes again? This is almost as good as mine."

"Of course!" Na'er straightened up, planted her hands on her hips, and grinned with pride. "Whose little sister do you think I am? My cooking is way better than that pervert's. We're not even in the same league!"

Lin Nuo couldn't help laughing when Na'er took another swipe at Tang Wuling. Na'er was wonderful in every way except for how hostile she was toward Tang Wuling. Then again, she had reason to be.

The Golden Dragon King and the Silver Dragon King shared the same origin. In the end, which of them would devour the other and attain the Dragon God's Godhood?

Lin Nuo would never let that happen. He would be the only protagonist of this era!

Even the Sea God Tang San would have to step aside!