"Those who object can get out!" Hikaru's cold gaze swept across the room as an invisible pressure radiated from him. Everyone in the hall felt a terrifying aura of intimidation, as though a monstrous beast were staring them down.
No one dared even breathe. The hall instantly fell silent, and no one dared speak, as if the slightest sound would see them torn to pieces by Uchiha Hikaru.
"This is my territory. My rules are mine to make." Hikaru's expression was icy, and his tone sent chills down their spines. "The Grand Alliance I formed is naturally built upon the long-term and lofty goals of the alliance. I did not do this for myself, but for the bright future of every member within the alliance. Therefore, in my plans, every path must follow the direction I point out. No one is permitted to interfere with my plans, much less attempt to influence or alter them. Among my series of institutional principles, those who wish to join must absolutely abide by order. You have no right to choose otherwise!"
The entire hall turned frigid. Though it was the height of summer, everyone felt a bone-deep chill.
Uchiha Hikaru actually wanted to become an absolute dictator?
Once such a ruler became corrupt, he would likely be even worse than the Celestial Dragons.
Many faces changed dramatically. Beneath the surface, they exchanged glances and discussed whether Uchiha Hikaru's conduct made joining this Grand Alliance worthwhile.
"If my lord can lead the alliance toward a brighter and more peaceful future, then my lord's decisions and policies are absolutely correct. We have no reason not to accept them," someone said. "But how can we trust that my lord's actions will certainly be right? How can my lord guarantee that he can lead us to establish