"Master!"
"Something happened within my unit."
"Someone has been secretly skimming off the military pay."
"I suspect someone is pulling strings, trying to sabotage the training of our Dao soldiers."
"So they can keep us down in the coming war."
Divine Eagle Daoist narrowed his eyes, a flicker of alarm appearing in them. In an instant, countless thoughts flashed through his mind.
He pondered briefly. "Do you have evidence?"
"This is a record submitted by one of my captains. It details the amount of pay and provisions issued each day, and there are clear discrepancies from the stipulated amounts."
Hearing this, Divine Eagle Daoist let out a breath of stale air. The disciples below did not know the true purpose of the Six Paths Investiture of Gods.
But as a Dao Lineage cultivator in the Divine Soul Realm, he had vaguely heard some rumors already.
Mysterious Truth Daoist had revealed this information to him, telling him to perform as outstandingly as possible in this war.
At the same time, he was to break through to the Primordial Spirit Realm if possible. In the future, he might have the chance to follow those cultivators invested as gods and become one of the heavenly troops or generals.
Though it would not grant immortality, it would greatly extend his lifespan.
That was equally enticing, as it meant a greater possibility of stepping into the Longevity Realm.
At this moment, he realized that perhaps someone wanted to stop him so they could take his place.
Though they came from the same lineage, there was still competition among them.
The Six Paths Investiture of Gods concerned every cultivator in the world. Everyone was striving to distinguish themselves, hoping to claim a suitable position.
It was simply that each person was fighting for something different.
Tribulation