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If Rose didn't dissuade them from their actions, it might symbolize that they've lost the Spider Goddess's favor.

A family that has lost the favor of the Spider Goddess has no reason to exist, not to mention the Third Family; even the First Family, which now reigns over the entire city, would only face a united attack should they lose divine grace.

"If you can prove your abilities, then the position of Chief Priest is yours,"

Lady Sinafi decisively threw out her final lure, and Philray's eyes sparkled with ambition.

"I will prove your choice is not wrong!"

Excellent, how amusing.

As Lady Sinafi and Philray conversed, the black construct standing beside them—Duanmu Huai—watched the scene, scoffing in amusement.

He had already sensed their inner thoughts through mental probing; Sinafi didn't believe Philray's words, and Philray was likewise wary of Sinafi. But that didn't matter. What mattered was... they had no idea that Duanmu Huai was eavesdropping on their hearts.