Awakening The Only SSS-Rank Class! Now Even Dragons Obey Me-Chapter 702: The Lord Of Dragons II
The dragons fell into silence, as if they did not know how to answer that question. Finally, the First Elder stepped forward to explain the situation.
"The only true leader of the dragons is the Goddess. However, after her ascension, we have not had direct contact with her for a long time, and she never chose a successor for herself."
"The only thing she left behind was the Ancient Trial. That is why we were almost certain that this trial would choose the heir. In every generation, we sent the most talented young dragons into the trial, and the result was always the same. None of them could reach Phase Four."
"Even if they defeated everyone else, it was clear that reaching Phase Four required something more than just defeating all opponents. We thought perhaps the time had not yet come, or simply that they were not worthy."
"For dragons, the Goddess is like a mother. She is the only one we truly follow. That is why, until she designated a successor, we could not truly choose a real leader."
"As for Nyxara, she was only chosen to maintain internal unity and handle general affairs, not to be the true leader," the First Elder explained, then paused to let Daniel process the information.
"Until you arrived. The one personally chosen by the Goddess. Clearly, the only one who can truly be the real leader of the dragons is you," he finished.
Daniel did not respond immediately. It seemed he was analyzing the situation in order to make the best decision.
"I understand. I would be happy to be the leader of the dragons. However, it would be better not to make this public for now," he finally said.
"As you wish. But may we know the reason, Your Majesty?" the Elders asked.
"This is a sudden change, and for a race that has lived thousands of years without a true leader, it might be difficult. So it’s better to move slowly."
"First, spread a prophecy among the people. Announce that according to the Goddess’s will, a new leader has been chosen and will soon appear. Announce my features and other details. This way, you will prepare them for my arrival," Daniel explained.
Of course, that was not his only reason. He wanted to turn himself into an idol among the dragons. He had realized that for dragons, the Goddess was truly like a god they worshiped.
And he wanted to build such a position for himself among them, not just respect because he carried the Goddess’s symbol of approval.
To do that, he needed to move step by step. At the same time, it was finally time to rebuild the Religion of Eternity.
With this plan, he could use the support of the dragons. A religion that even dragons followed would definitely shake the world.
"Then I will make the preparations and soon announce the revelation," the First Elder nodded after thinking for a moment.
"If there is nothing else, I would prefer to rest for now. Later, I will hear about other necessary matters. Also, Nyxara will continue to handle all internal affairs, and the overall structure will not change," Daniel dismissed them.
The Elders and the Dragon Empress bowed respectfully before leaving.
"Third Elder, if possible, I would like you to stay," Daniel suddenly said.
The Third Elder was slightly surprised and wondered if something had gone wrong. Nevertheless, he obeyed and remained in the palace.
"Elder, there is something I want to ask you about. Have you ever seen something like this?" Daniel took out one of the Fallen Heart fragments and showed it.
He had previously sensed a trace of a fragment from this Elder’s daughter. At that time, he did not know how to ask about it. But now that he controlled the entire dragon race, it was no longer difficult.
"This?" The pupils of the Third Elder slightly widened, as if he recognized it.
"So you are familiar with it. Please tell me more."
"I don’t know exactly what this thing is. However, I once saw something exactly like the one in your hand in Uncle’s possession, many years ago, when I brought my daughter to him so he could choose a name for her."
"I see. Thank you for your help. You may go," Daniel smiled and allowed him to leave.
The Third Elder bowed before departing.
"It seems that if I want to obtain that fragment, I will have to meet that False God," Daniel laughed while glancing at Evangelin.
"How does it feel to suddenly go from a weak human to the leader of the strongest race in the world?" she asked in a neutral but slightly mocking tone.
"Come on, I wasn’t weak. But it does feel good."
"So what are you going to do now?" Evangelin asked.
"It’s time for the Religion of Eternity to finally be rebuilt. With the help of the dragons, it won’t be difficult," Daniel replied and briefly explained his plan.
"With the dragons’ help, it truly won’t be hard. Maybe we can even return to the peak in a short time."
"We need to gradually turn many small kingdoms into puppet states and preach the religion among the people. That’s the best way. Anyway, I have many plans. It won’t be a problem."
He more or less had many ideas for rebuilding the Religion of Eternity and wanted to use some modern tricks and strategies for this matter.
The best approach was to build reputation for the religion. Eternity was already known as something obsessive among humans, and by using the reputation of the dragons in the middle of this, he could make it so that the entire world would come to know the Religion of Eternity in a short period of time.
Considering that in the past the Religion of Eternity had a Prophet who ascended to godhood, this would make its legitimacy even stronger among the people.
"So what are you going to do now? How much longer are we staying here?"
"I need to increase my reputation among the dragons, although it won’t take long. I also need to meet that False God. We don’t have much to do here, so we can leave soon," Daniel answered.
He had already achieved almost everything he wanted and had no reason to stay longer. However, he still needed to give certain instructions to the dragons.
He would not personally interfere in the overall rebuilding of the Religion of Eternity. He would only give directions, and his Fallen and the dragons would handle the rest.
Evangelin would also remain to ensure that no problems occurred.
"One of the fragments is here. Obtaining it shouldn’t be difficult. That leaves two. The hardest one is in the hands of the Holy Church. But with the rebuilding of the Religion of Eternity, maybe I can obtain the fragment in exchange for forming an alliance with them," he thought to himself. Now he had more options in dealing with the Holy Church.
Evangelin nodded. She had not expected such a twist in events either. But it did not matter. As long as the Religion of Eternity was rebuilt, nothing else mattered.
After a few hours of rest, Daniel once again summoned all the Elders and the Dragon Empress and explained his plans and the necessary instructions.
He told them to begin as soon as possible.
And in this way, three weeks slowly passed...
