CHAPTER 503: CHAPTER 424: ABSTRACT FACTION’S NUMBER SIX

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Corona Star Domain, Southern Zone.

The ruins of the Jigerde Star System, where Lin Suo first started out in the last war, have become unrecognizable, with all resource stars essentially turned into desolate stars.

Burned to ashes in the civil war.

Without mining value, this star system was naturally abandoned, and the "Giant Dragon Small Star System" in the border area of the Southern Zone had long been destroyed.

As a result, the Southern Defense Line was directly established on the edge of the Ursa Major Star System in the middle belt.

Separated by the desolate Jigerde Star System lies the Thorny Star, somewhat awkwardly independent, and could arguably be called a cosmic fortress.

Thorny Star is also the meeting center for the Pioneer Wizards of the Pioneer Alliance, where major transactions are primarily conducted, and Lin Suo’s Synthetic Beast business flourishes.

The arrival of the Titan War disrupted this ecosystem.

The Pioneer Wizards are a group of self-made individuals without any backing, some being opportunists and others genuinely capable, looking at things from a long-term perspective.

Last time, Lin Suo led them to plunder the resource stars at the core of the Mechanical God Sect, making a fortune, thus they still have trust in Lin Suo’s power.

Even against the universally renowned Order Angel Army, aside from a few, most did not flee but gathered their finest subordinates on Thorny Star.

Turning it into a war fortress not inferior to the front line.

This will be very uncomfortable for the enemy.

Directly attacking Ursa Major is likely to be flanked by Thorny Star troops, pincer attacked from front and back; similarly, attacking Thorny Star first faces the same problem.

Both sides presenting a horn-shaped front, either attack would be inappropriate.

The original site of the Giant Dragon Small Star System.

The Order Angel Army is stationed here, ready to respond to attacks from Thorny Star and Ursa Major.

It is very close to the territory of the Evil Energy Demons, just three days away, so the Angel Army must also guard against the possibility of a sudden attack from the Evil Energy Demons.

The attacking pressure is more demanding of wisdom than the other three fronts.

At this moment, in the temporary council hall.

Angel King Metatron sat at the head, eyes closed, silently listening to the discussion of his subordinates, the urgency in their voices.

"King, the Giant God Titan Legion and the Wizards have both suffered losses and have reportedly retreated. The Divine King is not pleased, yet we haven’t launched our first offensive... Could this be too bold of us..."

The one speaking was the Time Angel who accompanied Metatron to capture Lin Suo last time.

There are only eight angels in the Angel Clan with titles.

She is one of them.

Her words implied a clear message that everyone understood: everyone knows you’re dissatisfied with the Divine King, and this slow-rolling is too apparent, inappropriate for the Angel Clan to do.

It’s risky to stand out this much.

While the justification is sound, the other titled angels are frustrated with her opinion, unable to save face.

To be fair, cases like the Angels’ dissatisfaction with the creator are rare; giving so much wisdom can lead to such drawbacks.

It is the inherent longing for freedom in intelligent beings...

"Don’t rush."

Metatron then slowly opened his eyes, setting the tone for the meeting.

"The Southern Star Domain was actually the direction of attack I chose intentionally. Leave the Divine King to me, you all just need to guard against any sneak attacks that might come from the Evil Energy Demons and Ursa Major."

Authority Angel Yao interjected.

"King, with the Giant God Titan Legion’s withdrawal, the Wizards’ eastern star domain will soon face the attack of Sun God Helios and the Bright Sun Legion..."

"It is known that the Wizards only revealed one newly immortal being; with the Sun God intervening, the Eastern battlefield will quickly end, and by that time, if we haven’t achieved anything..."

"What are you afraid of?"

"We may become war criminals!"

Upon these words, the temporary council hall descended into silence, the angels exchanging glances, at a loss for words.

"There will be changes, I’m waiting for someone..."

Metatron shook his head, his gaze shifting towards the distant starry sky as a smile suddenly appeared on his face.

"He is here."

"Cough cough..."

Just as the angels were confounded, Lin Suo’s Space Titan Avatar gracefully parted the curtains and walked in.

The Space Titan Avatar possessed a pair of blue-black Demon’s Horns, with his body engraved with Space Magic Divine Marks all over his purple skin.

Shoulders adorned with two vortex-like patterns, eyes with slit pupils like cracks, his presence and unusual physique were deeply mysterious.

In his hand, he held a metallic, matte-finished scepter.

His appearance had changed since their last meeting, but Metatron still sensed that this was Rhein, the mysterious Wizard who had given him the Divine Fruit.

"Even though it’s just an avatar, it’s enough for a chat."

Lin Suo gave him a blank look in response.

When Metatron ate the fruit, he instantly felt it; that newfound sense of control wasn’t a lie, but emotionally, Lin Suo had no desire to manipulate him.

Even after being beaten up by him...

It is often said the pitiable have a detestable side, but that does not mean they are not to be pitied...

The Angel King, no, the entire Angel Clan included, were all ’slaves,’ ’death soldiers’ created by the Creator.

And now, because they sought freedom, he was supposed to help the angels kill their creator?

It didn’t align with his principles.

However, Lin Suo was more than happy to do so. After all, it’s always good to cause some trouble for your enemies.

When he realized that Metatron hadn’t launched an attack for a long time, Lin Suo guessed what he was thinking.

So he sent his Space Avatar to take the trip for him.

"All of you, leave."

Faced with the command from the Angel King, although bewildered, the others respectfully took their leave.

Metatron only spoke after unfolding a shielding barrier.

"You were right about what you said before; the Divine King has disappointed me again."

Yet Lin Suo shook his head and wagged his tail.

"I said it casually; after all, he is your creator."

"There are things you don’t understand."

"Indeed, it’s your business, and you naturally have the right to speak. Back then, it was just a desperate attempt to bluff my way out."

Lin Suo’s change of attitude from before puzzled Metatron, who couldn’t figure out why the Wizard in front of him had such a significant shift in recognition in such a short period.

Little did he know that Lin Suo was testing how resolute his determination was. If Metatron made the choice himself, the possibility of later regrets would be much lower.

If Lin Suo actively tempted him to betray, being backstabbed was also a significant possibility.

The art of language and psychology required repeatedly pulling back and forth to confirm the steadfastness of the other’s mind.

This was a meticulous task.

But then, Metatron went on to elaborate on the history and consequences of the Original Rebirth Pool technology, as well as the Titan God King’s dilemma, all in one go.

And he produced it for Lin Suo to inspect, to see if there was any chance of restoration.

To be honest, after hearing this story, Lin Suo thought turning Metatron would be easy, but when he got hold of the so-called "Original Rebirth Pool" technology.

He almost sprayed out a mouthful of blood.

This thing, you’re telling me it can steal Titan Bloodlines? Don’t make me laugh! And how come the terminology and usage here so closely resemble those of his teacher, Ivis?

To be honest, Lin Suo found it a bit abstract...