"Let me enter the [Nameless Monument Sea] to carve my name and have part of my soul chiselled by the engraver to return the power taken from the Guardian Death Dog?

After listening to the demands relayed by the Sagittarius Director, Leon thought he should be angry, but his instinctive first reaction was not anger, but an involuntary chuckle.

All I can say about this is that indeed, when people are helpless, they are prone to accidentally laugh a little.

After shaking his head slightly, Leon gazed at the Sagittarius Director and took the initiative to ask:

"Lord Sagittarius, what do you think of these three demands?"

"Leon, there's no need to test me."

The Sagittarius Director blinked at Leon's words, then admitted somewhat helplessly:

"I apologize once more; during the last ascension to the palace, I stood by when you and Olivia were attacked, choosing to prioritize sending Joan to the Watcher's Palace. I indeed wronged you both that time, but don't think too badly of me.

I'm not targeting you, nor do I wish to sacrifice you every time to calm conflicts. I can even say, except for that time at the Watcher's Palace, I have always stood on the same side as you... This time is no different, I cannot possibly agree to such terms."

"Oh, oh, sorry, just a habit."

Having his cautious probing unveiled, Leon showed no embarrassment, instead laughing it off before turning to the other directors, saying with a serious face:

"As the least experienced new director, I'm actually not too familiar with the bureau's situation. I originally just wanted to listen in, but since the demands of the Realm of the Dead also involve me, I will stand up and say a few words.

Everyone, my stance is the same as before, the Slaughter King Association was just heavily damaged in the Witch Kingdom, making it impossible for them to make any major moves in the short term. Now is the best time to declare war on the Realm of the Dead!"

At this point, Leon paused slightly, glanced at the directors lost in thought, and earnestly reminded:

"Based on those three conditions just mentioned, the Realm of the Dead's stance is obvious, they also want to fight, but just lack confidence in victory!

I think rather than handing the initiative to the Realm of the Dead, letting them choose a time favorable to them to start a war, it's better to seize the initiative ourselves and strike at the time most favorable to us!"

"I agree."

After Leon finished speaking, the Sagittarius Director, who had some "history" with him, was the first to express agreement, squinting as he said:

"Grandma Crow-eye is very firm in her stance, those three conditions are probably their bottom line, it wouldn't help to negotiate further, most likely none of the terms could be refused,

Among the three, sparing the [Mountain Guard] from reprisals and agreeing to strip the 'undying' anomalous object from the captured Cleaner can be overlooked, but the third condition is absolutely unacceptable.

Leon might not be at the True God level yet, but his future potential could surpass the third-generation director, and the loss of part of his soul could have a significant impact. Agreeing to something like this would be akin to sacrificing the future of all humanity."

Ah, well... No need to exaggerate...

Leon was momentarily embarrassed by the Sagittarius Director's high regard, placing him on the pedestal of human fate, and withstanding the fierce gaze, shifted his focus to the frowning Cancer Director.

There were six directors, including himself, at this meeting. With himself and the Sagittarius Director having two votes, as long as the Cancer Director joined, they'd gain half the votes.

But surprisingly to Leon, the Cancer Director, known for his hardline stance, didn't support declaring war. Instead, he covered his crab emblem, shaking his head to show opposition.

"Sorry, though I acknowledge your points, I still believe now isn't the right time to wage war with the Realm of the Dead,"

Catching Leon's puzzled look, the Cancer Director sighed before explaining:

"It's mainly a manpower issue... Joan's soul is unstable post-ascension, unable to fully sync with her body, the Sagittarius's physical form was destroyed by the former Aquarius Director and just replenished recently, as for me, my lifespan is running short.

As 'Soul's Homeland' and 'End of Lifelines', the Realm of the Dead specializes in dealing with those like us, with soul fractures and remaining short lifespans.

Against ordinary True God level Overlords of the Dead Realm like [Concealing Master], the three of us can manage, but [Mountain Guard] and [Faceless Man], the pole-god level Overlords, are our nemeses, and it's challenging even to ensure non-destruction."

"..." 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

Though it was an opposing view, Leon couldn't help but nod in acknowledgment.

That does make sense... With the state the three of you are in, venturing into the Realm of the Dead does feel precarious...

"And there's also Pisces..."

Regretfully, the explanation was not yet over. With a slightly apologetic glance at the also frowning Pisces Director beside him, the Cancer Director continued:

"Though Pisces is unharmed, his soul constantly cycles through male-female-old-young, only achieving pole-god powers when in the 'old' phase.

He's newly entered the 'male' phase, currently barely exceeding the power of an ordinary True God, so in a real fight with the Realm of the Dead, he won't be of much help either."

"..."

How did you guys manage this? Why can't anyone step up at the crucial moment?

Exchanging a glance with the apologetic Pisces Director, looking at the lamenting directors, Leon felt a bit at a loss.

Among these pillars of the Cleaner Bureau, one's old and near-death (Cancer), another's too weak to help (Pisces), one's soul is in trouble (Taurus), and another's half-disabled (Sagittarius)... It's a complete array of the elderly, weak, sick, and disabled!

What's the point of calling it the Cleaner Bureau? Might as well rename it to the Wellness Center! Looking at this situation, I'm afraid humanity's in for a rough ride!

"I don't oppose, but I don't support either..."

While Leon was internally ranting, not knowing who to vent to, the Taurus Director placed a hand over his emblem, speaking with some concern:

"My thinking is, whether or not to wage war with the Realm of the Dead, we should first rescue those children. After all, the Overlords of the Dead Realm have always hated Cleaners who 'desecrate' the rules of death, and dragging this out further, I'm afraid they might be harmed."