Chapter 1157 - 80: I Have Come to Conquer! (Part 2)

Chapter 1157: Chapter 80: I Have Come to Conquer! (Part 2)

The fall of Abrando has already occurred.

He was eliminated by the Night Goddess Shire during the Saint’s Calamity, and Shire subsequently impersonated his visage to bestow divine techniques.

"Night Goddess Shire."

"A serious businesswoman; cooperation might be possible."

After discovering the difficulty of ascending to godhood in this realm, Duncan appreciates those who are serious about their work; although Shire’s methods are ruthless, her attitude and capabilities are top-notch.

The next section explores everything about the Iron Throne and people Duncan is interested in, particularly Jon-Irenicus.

An exiled elven Legendary Mage.

"Barty is active; Irenicus has not yet appeared."

Barty has transformed into a vampire and is contending with the Shadow Thief Guild for territory. Athkatla is a nation interwoven with interests; even a Legendary Mage needs substantial funding to maintain operations.

Without a doubt, Irenicus’ funds are supplied by his sister, Barty.

"Also a nearly obsessive Ascender," Duncan mused.

Jon-Irenicus has only one ultimate goal.

Become a god!

However, the conventional paths to divinity are impossible, even Duncan’s bid for godhood is arduous. To become a deity, Irenicus must carve out an unconventional path; first, he targeted the elven Tree of Life, resulting in the siblings’ exile and the revocation of their elven identity.

Next, he tried to tamper with the divinity of Baal within the Slaughter Divine Son, nearly succeeding, only to be thwarted by Chaneem.

Jon-Irenicus is stronger than Victor but not by much.

It’s about the difference between a level 20 Mage and a level 25 Mage.

"No rush for now."

"Since I’m here, I must meet the true strong one."

"Demigod Witch Demon Kanggos!" Duncan displayed a faintly eager expression.

Since this is a commercial metropolis, the sewers are bound to nurture witch demons.

In Athkatla, there aren’t many witch demons, but without a doubt, the strongest is Demigod Witch Demon Kanggos (actually a demi-lich).

Duncan rested for a day at the Friendly Arm.

Upon leaving, he happened to encounter Jahira, Gorian, and others, including Chaneem, brimming with a sense of adventure. Duncan pondered briefly before calling over an attendant and handing them an emblem, saying: "Give this to the young man."

It was the mark of the Wealth Church.

In the future, Chaneem is likely to become a mercenary, as he has few good career paths; growing up in Candle Castle, his talent lies more in combat than spells, making an academic career improbable.

If he’s going to be a mercenary, fostering a relationship with the Gold Lord early is essential.

Young Chaneem was surprised by Duncan’s gift, while Gorian expressed gratitude to Duncan upon realizing what it was.

Jahira, slightly shocked, glanced at it and remarked, "It’s the Wealth Church’s upper gold emblem."

This item essentially equates to money.

A considerable amount of money.

Although it cannot be directly exchanged at a bank, it can access support from Wealth Churches around the world, with most affiliated forces willing to assist. With this upper gold emblem, Chaneem can surely thrive as a mercenary.

This man is likely very wealthy!

As Jahira watched Duncan leave without looking back, she inwardly speculated about his identity, sensing no hostility, and noticing an intention to connect without compromising his status.

Of course.

Why would a Gold Lord humble himself to mingle with this group of mercenaries?

However, they too have hidden identities, being members of the Harpist; perhaps an investigation could reveal some clues about the opposite party’s identity.

Old friends gather periodically, and after seeing Gorian, the couple quickly departed.

Athkatla.

The next day, Duncan arrived in this bustling commercial city, where traces of the Wealth Church are everywhere. After 22 years of internal war, the merchants have built a formidable force.

At dusk.

Dockside, Sea’s Gift Tavern.

Duncan’s figure appeared outside an orange-red house. As the traps here were disarmed, he soon entered the basement.

An ancient coffin lay within the basement.

The surroundings were shrouded in a gloomy negative energy; as Duncan opened the coffin, a phantom silhouette of a lich appeared.

——Demigod Witch Demon Kanggos (sealed).

For the unexpected appearance of Duncan here, Kanggos was deeply apprehensive, sensing a great threat; it felt as though the person before him genuinely had the power to destroy him.

"Who are you?" Kanggos asked with a trace of apprehension.

Duncan curiously scrutinized it, as if observing a rare specimen; after all, demigod witch demons are scarce, especially on the Material Plane.

"Why not seek my assistance?" Duncan smiled meaningfully.

Not issuing a quest?

Scared by me?

Upon hearing this, Demigod Witch Demon Kanggos’ heart skipped a beat, but he couldn’t contain himself and asked cautiously, "Would you help me escape?"

"Certainly." Duncan nodded, saying: "If you’re willing to serve me."

The top-tier fighter.

Even in the Bottomless Abyss, Kanggos would be considered capable.

Perfect.

Witch Queen Egger Vulfu mentioned lacking an assistant; Kanggos seems capable of fulfilling that role. Staying by the Witch Queen’s side, it might become more compliant.

If not, the Witch Queen probably wouldn’t mind brewing it in the cauldron for a while.

"Truly?" Witch Demon Kanggos hesitated.