Meteor Fall Master in the 'Starry Abyss'-Chapter 1239 - 246: Empire Line (41)

"Arthur, is this your handiwork in setting up an ambush?"

Redd Gold rested his chin on his hand, the scene of the two brothers confronting each other in the projection appeared to him like a soap opera at prime time.

"Let me guess: your approach is nothing more than using the cultivated second son Aloros, having him constantly provoke Leoz, then engaging in a fierce battle, leading to fratricide. Even if Leoz wins, he will have to bear the title of 'kin slayer' and be condemned by others."

"And by then, you have a reason to take on a role, perhaps as an adoptive father, friend, or relative, personally stepping in to demand a duel with Leoz."

"However, Leoz did not accept the provocation in the slightest. He is civilly discussing the law with his brother in front of the entire nation, not only showcasing his personal charisma but also embodying the spirit of a constitutional empire's rule of law—when there is such a constitution, even the Emperor abides by it. Who among the civilians and nobles wouldn't submit to this law?"

Redd Gold's mockery, although devoid of reproach, fell into the ears of the Angels Envoy below like a confirmation of incompetence.

Regarding the Goddess's disappointment, Arthur remained calm:

"No need to worry, my Lady Goddess. This is just the beginning; Aloros is not that simple."

"Boring, if this is your method of troubling Leoz, then you underestimate His Excellency the Executer who has opposed Gaia for countless ages."

Redd Gold said indifferently:

"Firstly, I must clarify, this entire affair was instigated by you, and throughout it was your decision alone, having nothing to do with me."

"Understood." Arthur nodded.

"However, you did indeed handle this matter correctly."

Redd crossed his long legs, using his toes painted with gold nail polish to dab into the water curtain flowing before the divine throne, using it as a quill to draw symbols on the ground:

"Ultimately, there is a significant personal grudge between Leoz and me, especially concerning the Primordial Soil matter. We have a personal vendetta. Now, Leoz is at a disadvantage and must endure, but given his personality, it is impossible for him to hand over such a large amount of Primordial Soil voluntarily."

"But again, our relationship is a personal grudge, and the purpose of our alliance is mutual interest and a common enemy."

"The core point is that old woman Gaia."

Redd said, drawing a white puppy with the label 'Gaia' using his toe, and lazily continued:

"If there is anyone in this world who can oppose Gaia, who knows Gaia's abilities and weaknesses intimately, it can only be Leoz."

"However, how much do we know about Leoz? When he was the Sovereign of the Pantheon, what power did he rely on to stand against Gaia? Can this power be replicated? Or can we turn Leoz into a mere weapon, a tool to counter Gaia, ensuring that once she is defeated, the archer and the hunting dog will be discarded?"

"So, while Arthur's approach is impulsive, it is the correct course of action. If you can have Aloros probe Leoz's true strength, perhaps you will know what poses the greatest threat to Gaia."

Upon hearing this, Arthur naturally understood.

His Excellency Redd Gold... she never intended to collaborate sincerely with Leoz from the beginning.

In fact, come to think of it, if there were truly full cooperation, with the Goddess's mandate, she could have immediately elevated Leoz to Omega Tier power.

But the Goddess did not do so.

The nominal cooperation and assistance are actually an investment, a capitalist dumping strategy.

It appears as if Leoz received gifts and talent assistance with almost no cost, and once Leoz becomes used to it, treating the power bestowed by the Goddess as a common tool, and wantonly plunders others' talents.

Then it equates to the Goddess Redd Gold as the Soul of Plunder, controlling half of Leoz's power.

The power obtained through the Pathway of Raiding was ultimately taken by the Goddess on his behalf, and in the end all have to be returned with interest to the Goddess.

But could he refuse?

A little ghost inherently without any talent, with an improper position, and whose very life is on the brink of decline, especially a reincarnated smuggler, truly has no reason to refuse, does he?

Can he not consider that if reincarnation could avoid the Curse and accelerate fusion, why don't others commit suicide when venturing into the Lower Starry Abyss?

Arthur couldn't help but sigh in his heart:

The Goddess is still that original Goddess, never willing to suffer any loss.

Leoz, from the very start, fell into such a trap.

Even if he realized it, what could he do?

Maybe, even as he was pulling small stunts, the Goddess had already noticed, perhaps pretending to be unaware, knowingly playing dumb, only in this way could she continue this charade of good cop, bad cop.

Redd Gold has been calculating everything, and in the end, the Goddess will get everything she wants.

"Arthur, you will not disappoint."

The Chief Apostle bowed, his form transforming into a stream of fire, disappearing without a trace.

Other Angel Envoys exchanged glances briefly, finally with the youngest, Mordred, stepping forward to inquire:

"Lady Goddess, Arthur might intervene personally, should we take any action, after all, he is Leoz..."

"So what? Are you afraid Arthur will be defeated and expose my identity?"

"Just as a precaution, before converting into an Apostle, Arthur had governed the lands of Claecius and Falysia, both of which have some of Leoz's followers, so it is not impossible that Leoz has encountered Arthur..."