Chapter 476: Chapter 468 Bargaining

Every god will have an influence on certain aspects of mortal life and civilization, corresponding to their divine domain.

The domain a god governs is also known as their divine position, which directly influences the amount of faith. Faith, in turn, affects the amount of divine power a god acquires… Humans are numerous, with low minimums and high maximums, exerting far more influence than Kobolds. Therefore, a god with the human divine position is definitely stronger than the god of the Kobolds.

Upon hearing Leon’s request for a divine position, the Ocean Goddess’s expression immediately changed. Indeed, long voyages are far from comparable to the ocean and aquatic creatures… No nation is so large that any inch of territory is superfluous.

“Impossible, absolutely impossible.” The Ocean Goddess waved her hand, outright refusing.

“So there’s no negotiation at all?” Leon spread his hands, looking lazy, “Or shall we fight again, another three hundred rounds, and then negotiate? But by that time, the price will be different.”

The Ocean Goddess’s lips twisted, her expression becoming fierce, directly affecting the seawater outside the Ocean Temple as if it were boiling.

“Divine position isn’t something I can just give at will. I can’t give it to you; you have to take it yourself and make the believers believe in you.” The Ocean Goddess took a deep breath, “You’re a Red Dragon, completely unfitting for long voyages; seeking long voyages will be twice the effort and half the result. Fire, mountains, sky, dragons, and war are the domains you should pursue.”

“If you want to become the god who governs long voyages, you must establish a church, cultivate priests, and develop believers… Who would believe that a Red Dragon could ensure the safety and success of long voyages?” The Ocean Goddess patiently explained, “If you were not a Red Dragon but a bronze dragon—”

The Ocean Goddess paused and said, “Bronze Dragons are Metal Dragons, Aquatic Dragons, always engaged in prolonged battles against evil marine creatures, eager to save distressed sailors; they could pursue long voyages.”

Upon hearing the Ocean Goddess’s words, Leon clapped his hands, unable to help but burst into laughter, his laughter causing him to lean forward and backward.

“What are you laughing at?” The Ocean Goddess’s expression turned cold, “Are my words funny?”

“No.” Leon explained with a smile, “Sorry, I couldn’t help it… It’s my fault for not explaining clearly.”

“Haha, you wouldn’t think… It’s not that I want long voyages for myself; I’m seeking long voyages for my spouse.” Leon gestured, “My spouse, my princess; she happens to be the bronze dragon you’re talking about… You said it yourself, bronze dragons can pursue long voyages.”

The Ocean Goddess’ face turned constipated at his words, muttering, “I can understand seeking for oneself, but just for a spouse… I’ve never met a Red Dragon like you, or rather, a dragon like you. Unheard of.”

“You saw it today.” Leon said nonchalantly, “Don’t be surprised in the future.”

The Ocean Goddess pressed her lips together, then smiled, saying, “Even if she’s a bronze dragon, so what? She has no divine nature, not even a Titan, right?”

“She doesn’t have it now, but that doesn’t mean she won’t have it in the future.” Leon suppressed his smile, “Thanks to you, I’ve refined your Saint Avatar and can now bestow divine nature upon her.”

The Ocean Goddess clenched her fist, gritting her teeth.

Leon surveyed the Ocean Goddess, saying, “Your avatar lacks divine nature, unwilling to give even a shred of divine power. I could crush it with just a finger… Pick another, a stronger avatar.”

The Ocean Goddess only glanced at Leon, thinking if she picked a stronger avatar, he’d take it too, right?

“That’s all I have to say.” Leon suddenly said, “Decide, whether to give me long voyages or for us to battle another three hundred rounds.”

The Ocean Goddess did not immediately refuse this time, the reason being that the Red Dragon was seeking long voyages not for itself but for the bronze dragon.

The weak bronze dragon had just come of age and was nowhere near the level of the Storm God’s Descendant, not even close to the Kraken’s level, lacking the ability to take on the divine position of long voyages.

Besides, even if she refused, the Red Dragon wouldn’t be indifferent, right?

“Since you’re seeking long voyages for the bronze dragon… Then I commend your love as a couple. I agree, but there must be a time limit.” The Ocean Goddess pondered for a moment, “If within a hundred years, she can garner enough faith to become the god governing long voyages, I am willing to vacate that domain.”

The Ocean Goddess thought for a moment and added, “In places where the bronze dragon is active, I won’t compete with her for long voyages, but in places without her, I won’t relinquish long voyages…”

“I’ve already made concessions.” The Ocean Goddess said, “You better make good use of it.”

Though the Ocean Goddess was a defeated foe, she was not completely without resistance. Leon thought for a long time, and if Fiora had the ability, with his cooperation, a hundred years would suffice. Otherwise, force would not bear sweet fruit, so he said, “If that’s the case, you’ll still need to give something else.”

“I can tell you where the precious mineral veins are hidden on the bottom of the Flash Sea. I believe you’re interested; if you have the capability, go and dig them up.” The Ocean Goddess said indifferently, “I can divulge everything I know about the resource distribution on the Flash Sea’s seabed.”

“However,” the Ocean Goddess changed her tone, “you must release all my priests and believers you’ve captured.”

“I can release them, but not for free.” Leon, pragmatic, cared more about tangible things, “You must pay ransom, determined by their rank, and power.”

Like haggling in a marketplace, Leon and the Ocean Goddess negotiated for a whole day, until nightfall concluded the talks. No contracts were signed, just a witness by the Storm God was deemed sufficient.

Leon did not serve a meal; the Storm God turned into lightning, piercing the dark sky, while the Ocean Goddess stepped into the sea and disappeared. Leon was left standing by the shore, pondering how to cultivate Fiora… Even if she couldn’t be cultivated, it didn’t matter; it was just an attempt.

Leon was also suddenly struck with the idea; defeating a god granted him a Golden Finger as a reward. Becoming a god, becoming a Dragon God would certainly come with a Golden Finger reward… He already possessed the mighty power of a god but hadn’t gained universal recognition yet.

So should he also seek divine positions and faith?

Leon pondered chaotically for a moment and shook his head.

To accept religion, one must believe they need assistance. Since no external force is needed to grow into the strongest creature in the Multi-universe, dragons naturally aren’t interested in religion, don’t seek assistance from divine beings, nor do they pray for mercy.

For Metal Dragons, Bahamut is more like a King than a god. Similarly, Colorful Dragons may fear, respect, envy, and flatter Tiamat as another Monarch… The way dragons treat them is fundamentally different from how mortals worship their divine beings.

Even Bahamut and Tiamat are like this, and he still hopes to gain the faith of dragons?

If he could gain respect from dragons, becoming akin to a Messenger of Bahamut, the Invention God Brass Dragon Asteria, or the black dragon Kronipus, often regarded as the God of Destiny—the humanoid creatures might view these dragons as divine beings, but dragons only respect their wisdom, strength, magic, and wealth—that’s about it.

So what should he do then?

Leon stared at the dark sea, lost in thought.