After the God of Destruction returned to the Destruction Mansion with his three subordinates, he slammed his Soul Power into the tables and chairs, smashing them to pieces. His face was wreathed in fury.
"You three are among the most capable under my command. How could you be so much worse than a Dragon God who hasn't even fulfilled his wish? Lin Yi is only a First-Level God. Even if his power suddenly surpassed its limits, if you had gone all out from the start and given him no opening, I'm sure you wouldn't have lost so utterly."
"Please calm your anger, Lord Destruction."
The three gods dropped to their knees at once, speaking with some trepidation.
"This man is indeed exceptionally cunning. Although we are high-ranking gods, it's difficult to contend with him, simply because his power is so concentrated."
"That is no excuse for surrendering."
The God of Destruction struck at the three of them, then slowly walked over.
"I know that lately you've been wavering between destroying the world and protecting it. But understand this: without destruction, nothing can exist. If those with ulterior motives keep passing down goodness, then what need would there be for gods like you?"
"But as the God of Extreme Evil, my successor would inevitably be a villain. Wouldn't that cause the world some..."
"What does that have to do with us?"
The God of Destruction gave a cold laugh, his gaze turning even icier.
"I know only that we must follow the laws of nature. Existence and destruction are merely choices people make. You should understand that ordinary humans have no idea whom the gods of this world exist for. They're simply foolish enough to want to borrow our power to fulfill their wishes."
"But the Sea God isn't some heinous criminal, either."
The God of Illusion had slowly recovered with the power of the Destruction Mansion. A trace of worry flickered in his eyes.
"If we rashly execute the Sea God Pavilion, the other gods may band together to attack us—especially the God of Goodness and the Goddess of Life."
"The Goddess of Life is my wife. She won't object."
The God of Destruction was quite confident about that.
"You should keep a close eye on your own situation, God of Illusion. I've heard your wife, the God of Beauty, worships all things beautiful. That makes her our greatest enemy."
"She isn't our enemy."
The God of Illusion looked at the God of Destruction tensely once more, his eyes resolute.
"If you count her as our adversary, I can't help you any further."
Watching him turn to leave, the God of Destruction's gaze grew even colder. "Go, then. I don't care whether I have one more or one less."
As he spoke, he turned his eyes to the God of Extreme Evil and the God of Evil.
"You two shouldn't betray me. From today on, you'll be the people I trust most. I hope you'll set a good example!"
Meanwhile, Tang Wutong's side was also stepping up its search for gods willing to stand against the God of Destruction.
So far, besides Tang San and Xiao Wu, Lin Yi's Dragon God's Power was the strongest on their side. Therefore, Yu Xiaogang decided to put Lin Yi through intensive training over the next three days.
"A joint sparring match?"
Lin Yi was surprised when he heard what Yu Xiaogang said.
"Grandmaster, I know sparring in the Soul Fighting Arena can increase one's power, but a war between gods in the Divine Realm might turn the whole place upside down."
"That's true, but it doesn't necessarily have to be that way."
Yu Xiaogang smiled calmly and placed a hand on Lin Yi's shoulder.
"Kid, remember this: Huo Yuhao's Sea of Consciousness can serve as an arena for a no-holds-barred duel. We'll have three matches in there. First, you'll face the strongest fighters: Tang San and Xiao Wu, along with Bibi Dong and Er Long. Next, Tang Wutong and Huo Yuhao, the God of Goodness, and the God of Beauty will take you on. As for the third match, get through these first two and I'll announce it then."
"Whoa, we're starting this fiercely?"
Lin Yi had sparred with Bibi Dong before and knew her Twin Martial Souls were practically the bane of his Dragon God's Power. Although he had three Martial Souls now, he still wasn't sure he could win if they truly fought.
And with Tang San being the most powerful Sea God of all time, he was even more on edge.
Coughing softly, Lin Yi wanted to ease into it, but Yu Xiaogang saw right through him.
"Lin Yi, you know your power is capable of much more. Your Angel Martial Soul has three million-year Soul Rings, but you haven't brought out its full strength. That's why I have to push you with everything I've got."
"Master, you really are strict."
Lin Yi laughed, but his expression was resolute.
"I accept the challenge. Don't worry, Master. As your disciple, I won't lose my nerve before the fight even begins. Let's get started already. I can't wait to give it a try!"
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