Seeing the doubt and wavering in the eyes of the gods, Tang San knew that this was a critical moment for his reputation, and he had to do something!
A glint flashed in the depths of his eyes, and his mind raced like lightning, instantly crafting a story.
He maintained his composure, as if he had been misunderstood, and spoke clearly.
"My opposition to the God of Destruction's radical proposals to expand the Divine Realm and indiscriminately increase the number of divine positions stems from my concern about the instability of his foundation."
"But the strength of the Divine Realm definitely needs to be increased, and this is something I have been thinking about day and night."
His gaze swept over the gods, finally settling on Ning Rongrong. His tone shifted to one of earnestness and resignation. "Helping the Nine-Colored Goddess to seize the throne of the God of Love is one of my attempts in this endeavor."
" The God of Love is First-Level God. If this can be accomplished, the Divine Realm will gain a pillar of support. Wouldn't that be a great blessing?"
Even if we fail, there's nothing to lose.
Tang San paused briefly, his voice becoming even more sincere. "This action may indeed violate the existing rules of the Divine Realm, but can rules and laws remain unchanged forever?"
"Beyond the Divine Realm lies unpredictable chaos and hidden dangers. If we miss a golden opportunity to increase our strength by clinging to outdated rules, wouldn't that be like throwing the baby out with the bathwater?"
"Those of us who hold the reins of order should assess the situation and find a balance between upholding fundamental principles and adapting to changing times."
These words were spoken flawlessly and with impeccable eloquence.
They packaged their illegal actions as a necessary attempt and a strategic move for the long-term development of the Divine Realm.
They blurred any potential selfishness or scheming into their intention to support their partners and consider the bigger picture.
He even positioned himself as a pioneer who dared to take risks and bear responsibilities for the future of the Divine Realm.
Kong Xuan watched coldly from the sidelines, and couldn't help but sigh inwardly: This Tang San, his mind really works fast, and his skin is really thick.
In such a situation, it is astonishing that someone could instantly concoct such a logically consistent and even plausible explanation.
What left Kong Xuan speechless was that as he glanced at the faces of the many deities around him, he noticed that their initial surprise and doubt had actually begun to dissipate after Tang San's words.
It seems they really believed Tang San's explanation!
Kong Xuan's gaze lingered for a moment on Ning Rongrong's silent face.
He knew in his heart that even if he pressed her for an explanation now, the Nine-Colored Goddess would probably take the opportunity that Tang San had prepared and would not betray him in public.
But he had already achieved his goal.
The rift between the two sides has been created and is irreparable.
From the complex look in Ning Rongrong's eyes and that of the God of Food Oscar, one could tell that a seed of resentment had been planted in their hearts, and the unreservedness of the past was now history.
Therefore, Kong Xuan stopped dwelling on the matter.
His gaze suddenly shifted to another part of Tang San's camp, landing on a figure Entanglement in undying divine flames.
It is none other than the Phoenix God, Ma Hongjun!
Ma Hongjun was slightly distracted by Ning Rongrong's matter when he suddenly felt a penetrating gaze lock onto him, which startled him.
He raised his thick eyebrows and looked back at Kong Xuan with a puzzled expression, wondering why the other person was looking at him when they had never met before.
What Kong Xuan said next also surprised Ma Hongjun.
Ma Hongjun
Do you still remember... Bai Chenxiang?
Upon hearing this, Ma Hongjun froze on the spot.
How could he not remember?!
Although I was troubled by Evil Fire in my youth and frequented brothels to vent my burning desires.
Even though he is now the Phoenix God, with divine Heaven Burning, and seemingly wild and unrestrained.
But in the deepest part of his heart, the only person he truly loved, regarded as his wife, and whose name and soul were etched into his eternal memory, was Bai Chenxiang!
That woman, with her charming smile and lively spirit, ultimately failed to overcome the insurmountable barrier between the divine and mortal realms due to her limited talents, and grew old and turned to dust in his arms.
The pain of watching helplessly as his beloved's Life slipped away, the regret and remorse of being forever separated by death, were the most unbearable hidden pains he dared not touch after becoming a god.
But... he couldn't understand it!
How did this mysterious Kong Xuan know the name " Bai Chenxiang "?
Why would the other party choose this moment, in this situation where a great war in the Divine Realm is about to break out and in full view of everyone, to suddenly bring her up?!
At this moment, the atmosphere around them became extremely subtle.
Because of Kong Xuan's previous "revelation" about Tang San and Ning Rongrong, the gods gathered here, regardless of which faction they belonged to, looked at Kong Xuan with a complex and indescribable curiosity and a hidden expectation.
Even deities cannot escape the gossipy mind.
They had a vague feeling that this mysterious deity seemed to possess many unknown secrets.
Ma Hongjun frowned, his face showing pain and a hint of anger, and his voice unconsciously rose. "Of course I remember! She's my wife!"
Kong Xuan ignored his anger, his expression remaining calm. "You yourself ascended to the Divine Realm, enjoying endless lifespan, while Bai Chenxiang... has long since turned to dust and ashes in the yellow earth of the mortal realm."
"I thought that ten thousand years would be enough for you to have forgotten her somewhere."
"You...!"
Ma Hongjun's body suddenly blazed with divine fire, and his anger intensified.
He had to explain, otherwise the gods might misunderstand him as a heartless and ungrateful person!
"I am merely a Second-Level Deity!"
"The laws of the Divine Realm are as ironclad as mountains; I am utterly unqualified to lead mortals to the Divine Realm!"
"What can I do?! It's not that I don't want to, it's that I simply can't!"
He practically growled out the last two words, carrying with him a sense of powerlessness and resentment that had been building up for millennia.
"Oh!"
Upon hearing this, Kong Xuan merely chuckled softly.
" Second-Level Deity won't do... then why don't you go ask your good third brother for help?"
He deliberately emphasized the words "Good Third Brother," and then turned his gaze to Tang San, whose expression had darkened slightly.
"He is a first- First-Level God, with the right to bring his family to the Divine Realm... isn't that right?"
Ma Hongjun glanced subconsciously at Tang San beside him, his Adam's apple bobbing, and his voice lowered. "Even First-Level God can only bring two family members."
"Third Brother... naturally he'll bring his parents."
"Even if I really wanted to bring Chenxiang along... how could I bring myself to ask, putting Third Brother in such a dilemma?"
At this moment, Tang San opportunely took over the conversation, stating righteously, "This is a well-known rule in the Divine Realm."
He surveyed the gods, his tone frank. "Even I must strictly adhere to the rules. The reason my wife, Xiao Wu, was able to ascend with me is because she, as the scabbard of the Asura Sword Sheath, is intimately connected to the divine position, thus qualifying for this special treatment."
"And the only relatives I brought from the mortal realm to the Divine Realm are my parents; there are no others."
His words were perfectly flawless.
He emphasized the ruthlessness of the rules while also explaining the special circumstances of his wife, Xiao Wu.
It was as if the tragedy of Ma Hongjun and Bai Chenxiang was merely a regret caused by the cold laws of the Divine Realm, something even God King like him could not help!
Many deities nodded slightly upon hearing this.
Yes, that's how the rules of the Divine Realm are. There are only two slots for First-Level God. It's perfectly reasonable and beyond reproach that Tang San wanted to bring his parents.
The gods looked at Tang San with renewed respect. The reason they followed the Sea God was because they could clearly see his every move in the Divine Realm and knew that he was a selfless God King.