Chapter 248: I'll Try to Hit You Gently

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"Hmph!" Hearing Lynn's words, Tudor snorted coldly, clearly not believing him and thinking he was provoking.

"Maybe you think I'm provoking or cursing you, but sorry, every word I said is true," Lynn said, smiling at Tudor. His gaze swept over everyone in the banquet hall, and he continued calmly, "I know Mr. Tudor is not the only one with doubts. Many of you aren't familiar with me and don't know what kind of person I am."

"But it's okay. During the time we spend appreciating works from the Pre-Epoch, I will give everyone enough time. You can freely exchange information, inquire about me, or discuss possible cooperation. I also have some cooperation plans I want to reach with some of you."

"This is one of the purposes of this tea party. I hope to become friends with most of you, to help you, and to gain your help."

"You can understand it as a kind of equivalent exchange."

"And if we help you first, how can we be sure you will help us in return?" Lilith suddenly asked, piercing the warm atmosphere of the tea party.

After all, not everyone here was a friend of Lynn. Even those who had already cooperated with him, like the Evernight Goddess, obviously didn't mind using this opportunity to gather more information.

Lynn was unfazed, still smiling. "Whether you believe it or not is your choice. I do not force anyone to believe in me or cooperate with me. I don't think anyone here is foolish; you all have your own judgment."

"The purpose of the tea party is communication and exchange, nothing more."

"If anyone wants to leave now, feel free to do so. But if someone wants to disrupt the tea party..." Lynn snapped his fingers again. Instantly, almost everyone's expression changed.

In that brief moment, everyone felt as if they had become weak and powerless, losing most or even all of their abilities.

Although their powers returned after about three seconds, the short duration was enough to make an impact. Three seconds can decide the outcome of a battle between gods.

Lynn's voice sounded again: "I hope that person is tough enough. I'll try to hit gently and choose a scenic grave for them."

Lynn knew that dealing with a group of Sequence 0s and Kings of Angels required more than just goodwill; he needed to show strength to make these proud, detached beings take him seriously.

Even the Evernight Goddess, who had already cooperated with him, likely had doubts about his strength. Lynn's actions were to clear those doubts and make it clear to everyone—Yes, my fist is bigger, and if you can't beat me, don't think about causing trouble.

Otherwise, constant probing would be inevitable.

Of course, Lynn didn't deny that he used a trick. Normally, he couldn't face so many gods and angels simultaneously unless he borrowed Great Old One-level power. He managed that feat because he had specially modified the space for the tea party.

In simple terms, Lynn borrowed the power of the venue.

Lynn also knew that some would see through this. He expected it—being overly strong would also cause rejection. He wanted to create an impression of strength but not excessive, to avoid a united resistance like what happened when the God of Death triggered the Pale Disaster.

As for those who knew the truth about Lynn's strength, he trusted them to keep it a secret.

'If anyone still tries to cause trouble, it's perfect timing to deal with them...' Lynn thought. Seeing the gods and angels quieting down and communicating with their eyes, he smiled and said,

"Of course, the main aim of this tea party is still for most participants to enjoy. Besides cooperating with me, you can also reach agreements among yourselves under my witness. I will ensure the fulfillment of transactions for a small fee, and those who breach the agreements will face appropriate penalties."

"You can treat this as a common Beyonder gathering, but with participants at your level or close to it. You can cooperate, exchange information, or complete transactions right here at the tea party..."

Lynn smiled, tilting his head to look at the other participants. "Also, don't worry about confidentiality. Without my permission, no one can leak what happens here."

Hearing this, the gods and angels were surprised, except for those from the Solomon and True Creator alliance. As the Black Emperor, Solomon was sensitive to the power of rules and had sensed something when he received the invitation.

Black Emperor Solomon spoke up, "So you set an oath on the invitation?"

"Strictly speaking, it's a user confidentiality agreement," Lynn corrected, making a joke that only transmigrators would understand. Then he looked at the others, smiling, "And I didn't hide it. The invitation clearly states that by accepting the invitation, participants cannot disclose details of the tea party without the host's consent."

As for how a Sequence 0 not of the Justiciar pathway could establish such an oath for Sequence 0s, the answer was simple—"True Self = cheating!"

"In that case, it's our negligence," Lilith said, her tone softening. "But even if outsiders don't know, participants can still see or hear the transactions. What about that?"

"If you want secret cooperation or transactions, I can provide private rooms where no one can eavesdrop. Other than that, no guarantees," Lynn explained unhurriedly. "After all, I'm just a weak, pitiful, helpless host. You can't expect too much from me."

(End of Chapter)

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