The same thing happened in the other Purgatory worlds.
One Purgatory world after another was threatened by Huo Ling and, left with no choice, agreed to expand the forces they supplied to him.
There was no helping it. These devils of the lower Purgatory had long since withdrawn from the Blood War against the demons.
Though they still harbored hatred for demons, compared with taking to the battlefield and killing enemies themselves, they preferred hiding safely in the rear.
Especially these devil lords. They were not as passionate about the Blood War as Zariel and Bael.
Compared to that, they preferred plotting in the shadows, seeking to defeat Asmodeus and pull him down from his throne.
Over the endless years, the other layers of Purgatory had rebelled many times.
Some had led armies in rebellion; others had launched surprise attacks with small groups of powerful fighters. Some had used political means, while others had resorted to all manner of schemes.
Yet their rebellions usually achieved nothing and were even easily crushed by Asmodeus in the end.
Most rebellions could be resolved without Asmodeus personally entering battle at all.
Toward these rebels, Asmodeus strictly adhered to Purgatory's rules, punishing the traitors according to its system.
Some were killed, some imprisoned, and some were even allowed to remain in their positions as lords.
Some devil scholars had concluded that Asmodeus's strength was likely connected to souls and order.
The more complete Purgatory's order became, the stronger he grew. That was why he was so keen on preserving this evil order.
Thus, when Huo Ling requested expanded conscription, a slight threat was all it took for the Purgatory worlds to agree.
Compared to Huo Ling letting demons in and making them fight themselves, sending out troops was the simplest option.
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