Journey of the Fate Destroying Emperor novel Chapter 1569

Chapter 1569: Ying Zheng’s Checkmate Move

The vote for the lock was unanimous. Although some people worried about the issue of privacy, considering the two beings involved, they probably had no privacy to begin with. Then, as soon as the voting went through, the lock in the sky solidified, and another vision spread between Heaven and Earth.

A cloud-sized golden merit manifested in the sky before breaking into two. A tenth of it went to Wang Wei, while the rest went to Maitreya. Numerous jealous gazes targeted Wang Wei, as they didn’t dare be insolent towards Buddhism. However, he couldn’t care about these things because of how Yan Hai was staring at him.

"Hand it over, greedy boy."

Wang Wei’s lips twitched. He wanted to argue, telling her the rules hadn’t officially been set in the sect, but he knew it was pointless to argue with his diabolical woman. So, he sighed and cut off 80% of the merit and gave it to her.

"I know it must hurt," she grinned, but Wang Wei ignored her.

Yan Shirong frowned after seeing Wang Wei’s reaction. "While sect loyalty is enough to convince the sect members, maybe we should also give an incentive to reduce their resentment."

"What are you thinking?" Qiyuan asked.

"How about a contribution list? Everyone is included — including us — and the top 100 will receive direct instruction from Sir Wang Bo after he has been sanctified. We can also add other rewards for the ones outside the top 100."

"That’s not a bad idea," Qiyuan nodded. "Sir?"

"Since everybody will be working for my sake, it’s the right thing to give something in return," Wang Bo nodded.

"Are you happy now?" Yan Hai asked.

"The main event is about to happen," Wang Wei said, still ignoring her. All eyes focused on the stadium. Monk Wuzhi thanked everyone for their participation, and just then, Ying Zheng’s voice spread throughout the palace.

Everybody, including Wang Wei, thought no one else would hope. After all, the affair of the Primarch was the primary cause of this assembly. However, someone from the Sea Race jumped in and boldly asked that the number of Overlords be increased to include the other Primal Lineages, which included the Sea Race, the Barbarian Race, the True Essence Lineage, and the Dynasty Alliance.

This proposition was immediately objected to, but this Lion Turtle Demon seemed prepared to cause trouble. The latter modified his proposition and asked that there be a 14th Overlord, and that the Primal Lineages should form an alliance of some sort.

His argument was logical and well-delivered, stating that the world has more powerful factions to face the disaster. He even strongly suggested replacing the Limitless Exchange Hall from its position as Overlords.

Unfortunately, besides Buddhism —which abstained— everybody voted against his proposition. The top Overlords might have disdained the weaker ones, such as the Limitless Exchange Hall, but they understood the importance of preserving the status quo. If someone can challenge the Limitless Exchange Hall now, they can challenge the Grand Sect Alliance tomorrow.

"What’s the point of this pointless suggestion?" Yan Shirong asked. "Did they really think this would pass?" Just based on how the other Primals reacted and refusing to vote, it’s apparent they were unaware of the Sea Race’s plan before now.

"They are testing the waters," Qiyuan replied.

"Are they planning to attack the Limitless Exchange Hall?"

"Very likely," Qiyuan nodded. The hall has always been the weakest link, with only one proper Primal, meaning the upcoming chaos will be a turbulent period for them. Forget about becoming a Transcendent Faction — they will be lucky to preserve their status as an Overlord.

Wang Wei smirked after seeing this situation. The hall’s plight increases the chances of his plan working. Now that they realize how weak they are and how everybody is eying them, they will be more open to alliances with other Overlords, and also more desperate to cultivate another primal — even a flawed one.

After the Sea Race debacle, no one had anything else to say, so Ying Zheng finally took the stage. In fact, he had to thank Buddhism and the Sea Race since their presence bought him a little time. The appearance of the Samsara Eye ruined a part of his plan, so he had to improvise.

"This assembly has a long history," Ying Zheng started. "Even before it took its final form during the Second Origin War, we’ve held assemblies to discuss current issues, negotiate, or work together. It’s because of it that we survived numerous catastrophic events — it’s because of it that we successfully orchestrated the greatest war this Chaos Universe has ever seen."

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