Chapter 67: The Bet_3

"I bet not a single human dares to draw their sword against the gods, do you?"

By voicing his opinion first, the Sea Emperor didn't think they would choose to 'resist' with 'force' in the face of the deity's manipulation of natural forces. That way, at least he wouldn't lose.

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Meanwhile, within Aurora City.

The water churned continuously, pouring out inch by inch from the river not far from the city walls, as if the downstream was blocked, the river water spilling out towards both banks without a place to go.

At the end of the land, a blue 'line' gradually revealed its traces, followed by a slight, deafening roar of beasts.

"Your Excellency."

Next to the Sacred Fire, High Priest Momon had, at some point, taken off his ceremonial robe adorned with lightning patterns. He stood beside a vague and undefined mist, his expression respectful and submissive.

"As per your prior instructions, everything has been arranged. However, about the previous oracle... "

"Don't worry."