Chapter 2766 - 1187: Crisis and Opportunity_3

Chapter 2766: Chapter 1187: Crisis and Opportunity_3

Of course, this is merely the personal speculation of the Master of the Masked.

It is very likely to be far off the mark, as no one can truly fathom the real thoughts of the Spider Queen, not even her own son.

Perhaps, she is not motivated by any interest, but simply seeks to satisfy her wicked desires, playing with her son as she pleases.

"We can start with preliminary trade exchanges!" Naturally, Gaven wouldn’t fully confide in the Master of the Masked, as there remains a degree of wariness in their cooperation.

"Certainly." The Master of the Masked nodded agreeably, "I will have someone contact you!"

Velen was fully aware of Gaven’s intentions, which were purely to use his power to hold his mother, the Spider Queen, in check.

The other party isn’t the first deity to attempt this, and surely won’t be the last.

And this is precisely the opportunity for him to expand his influence.

Just as when he arrived, the departure of the Master of the Masked was equally soundless.

When sunlight once again pierced through the darkness, beaming into Earth City, he had already returned to Isca Yole City, personally needing to confirm the results of the negotiations.

"Your Majesty has returned; I knew Your Majesty would never abandon us!"

"Welcome, Your Majesty!"

"Your Majesty, the magma has ceased melting; your divine power has taken effect."

Watching the return of the Master of the Masked, the masked Dwarves couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief; they truly feared Velen would abandon them.

If such a situation were to occur, the only option for them would be to abandon the city and flee.

The Master of the Masked ignored the masked Dwarves, focusing his attention on the molten lava channel before him, extending his divine thought within.

Almost instantly, he confirmed there was no trickery; the magma veins had indeed been rerouted, deviating from this place by at least a kilometer, as the divine nature force of the Earth Bear had withdrawn from here.

Without the reinforcement of divine nature force, mere molten lava alone cannot penetrate such thick strata, especially since this is not an area active with lava.

Thus, the Master of the Masked addressed the City Lord, "Though I’ve reached an agreement with the enemy, successfully curtailing the magma’s encroachment, Isca Yole City has been fully exposed to the enemy’s sight.

Should relations sour, they could employ similar tactics to attack here, and I may not have the energy to protect this place again.

Hence, we must prepare in advance."

Just as Gaven would never trust the Master of the Masked.

Velen would never believe the other party either; acting covertly has always been his supreme treasure for victory.

The Silent Black Panther respectfully replied, "Understood, afterwards I will contact Blade of Venom Masoji first, to initiate a complete withdrawal from here, thoroughly abandoning this city."

As the exclusive priest of the Master of the Masked, he was well-versed in Velen’s teachings, naturally hitting the key point immediately.

"The focus indeed needs shifting, but completely abandoning this city is not necessary." The Master of the Masked fully praised the other party, "I have reached a trade agreement with Mesnoel Rebooter, you can attempt to open trade exchanges with them.

Since Isca Yole City has been exposed to their sight, let it serve as a bridgehead for trade, and see if you can obtain materials for growth from them."

"Your Majesty’s methods are remarkable; not only easily resolving our predicament but also reaching an agreement with the enemy, securing us an opportunity for development." The Silent Black Panther sincerely praised, "This may be our excellent chance to regain the surface life!"

"Oh?" The Master of the Masked’s pupils and hair color had somehow turned blue, revealing an undeniable trace of inquiry, "Are you familiar with this Mesnoel Rebooter?"

"Yes, Your Majesty." The Silent Black Panther replied respectfully, "Our attention was towards him even before his ascension.

He initially leveraged the Purification of Moando’s Divine Root to rise, not only integrating the powers of humans and nature spirits, but also employing Gnolls and Goblins for his purposes.

He established the unprecedented Conqueror Path within just half a year, even founding alien race cities on the Giant Plains led mainly by Gnolls and Goblins.

His motto is peace development, cooperation, and mutual success.

Even those of evil races, willing to adhere to the laws and order he devised, can join his ranks and live peacefully."

The Silent Black Panther was quite familiar with Gaven’s experiences.

It’s no exaggeration to say that he watched him grow.

After they lost control over Mesnoel to him, he was tasked with gathering intelligence for future preparations.

However, the other’s development speed was too rapid.

His growth outpaced their expectations, and before they were prepared, the other had unleashed something utterly terrifying, leaving them no chance to act recklessly.

This time, it was even more terrifying, stepping directly into demigodhood and even publicly creating a new demigod, sending magma to their doorstep, entirely beyond their capacity to resist.

"Peace development, cooperation, and mutual success?" The Master of the Masked contemplated these words, his eyes flickering with an ambiguous light, "Do you have any thoughts, speak directly!"

"Well..." The Silent Black Panther hesitated.

"Speak freely, regardless of right or wrong, I absolve you of any guilt." The Master of the Masked easily perceived the concerns of this advanced exclusive priest.

"Thank you for Your Majesty’s mercy." The Silent Black Panther gritted his teeth and spoke honestly, "Can we pledge allegiance to him, in exchange for the freedom to move on the surface... ?"

"Hmm?!" Before the Silent Black Panther could finish, the Master of the Masked let out a cold hum, with a terrifying and cold aura spreading around him.

The Silent Black Panther felt like the shadows of the night around him gained their own weight, pressing in from all directions.