The stability of the Three Realms God Domain far exceeded what Shi Xueyun and the others had ever imagined. This scene shocked the Tianquan God Domain deeply. While feeling astonished, they also realized just how lacking their own cohesion was—by comparison, the gap was simply enormous.
Back then, when it was announced that they would either join a first-grade God Domain or relocate, a large number of cultivators had immediately left. What cohesion? Compared to the Three Realms God Domain, theirs was nothing but trash.
In terms of overall strength, it was undeniable that a second-grade God Domain was stronger. But now, with even a slight comparison, the difference became clear—they were a mess. No matter how strong the overall power, without cohesion, it never truly belonged to them. At any moment, those people could become disciples of another faction.
Because they were so accustomed to such situations, they subconsciously projected this mindset onto other forces. Now they had been slapped hard in the face—and not lightly at all. Earlier, they had confidently claimed that many people would leave. Looking at the outcome now, it was nothing more than wishful thinking on their part.
When news spread that the Three Realms God Domain was going to participate in the God Domain War, it immediately caused an uproar. The news spread rapidly to surrounding God Domains, and even faster toward second- and third-grade God Domains.
Very quickly, the already somewhat well-known Three Realms God Domain suddenly became famous overnight. Unfortunately, the fame came with a flood of mockery—there wasn't a single word of praise.
Most comments accused the Three Realms God Domain of overestimating itself, likened it to an egg striking a rock, or outright called it suicidal. Not a single God Domain believed in them.
Those first-grade God Domains that had previously allied with Yi Tianyun were so frightened that they immediately announced their withdrawal from the alliance, declaring that they would not participate in the God Domain War! Allies? When real danger appeared, they naturally chose to flee.
Yi Tianyun did not blame them for this. As long as they did not invade, alliances meant nothing to him. Even second-grade God Domains would choose to sever ties under such circumstances. The God Domain War was simply too terrifying—first-grade God Domains didn't even qualify as cannon fodder. How could they possibly participate?
With an alliance in place, being mistaken by third-grade God Domains as being on the same side would be disastrous. Yi Tianyun might be willing to risk death, but they certainly were not.
However, there was one God Domain that did not choose to withdraw—Tianyu God Domain! Not only did they not leave, they actually sent people over to negotiate.
This time, Domain Lord Tianyu and Nian Ciyu personally came. After entering, everyone bowed respectfully.
"Greetings, Domain Lord Liu Li, Domain Lord Tianyun…" Domain Lord Tianyu went straight to the point. "We have come this time to form an alliance and participate together in the God Domain War! We are willing to relocate our forces and join the Three Realms God Domain. We hope you can accept our disciples."
The resources of Tianyu God Domain were limited. At most, they could relocate one or two planets—and that was already the limit. The rest simply could not be moved; the resources were too poor. They were nothing like second-grade God Domains, which could relocate several planets.
Yi Tianyun narrowed his eyes as he looked at Domain Lord Tianyu and the others. Presumably, they had learned that Tianquan God Domain had joined the Three Realms God Domain and decided to follow suit.
"We're about to participate in the God Domain War. Are you sure you want to join at this time?" Yi Tianyun asked again.
Domain Lord Liu Li stood quietly at the side, saying nothing. Matters here were all managed by Yi Tianyun—she had no authority to interfere.
"Yes. This is exactly the time we wish to join. We want to participate in the God Domain War together and take part in this battle of honor!" Domain Lord Tianyu said fervently. "We believe that the Three Realms God Domain will ultimately emerge victorious!"
"Are you flattering me?" Yi Tianyun laughed softly. Even he didn't dare say something like that, yet Domain Lord Tianyu dared to.
"No, no…" Domain Lord Tianyu felt extremely awkward. Still, there was indeed a hint of flattery in his words. Facing such powerful figures, how could he not try a little?
"Alright. Since you have this determination, I'll let you join. Hurry and relocate your forces—time is running short." Yi Tianyun waved his hand, saying no more. If they wanted to join, all the better—he welcomed it.
He had previously been considering whether to draw in more God Domains. Now Tianyu God Domain had joined on its own initiative. He didn't know the exact reason, but the more such cases, the better.
Soon, Domain Lord Tianyu and his group took their leave and immediately went to relocate their forces. After they left, Domain Lord Liu Li spoke from the side, "Actually, I was the one who suggested they join. But after hearing it, they barely asked any questions and immediately chose to come over."
"Hm?" Yi Tianyun asked in confusion. "Why?"
"No particular reason. I just feel that you can make it through the God Domain War. Also, I've always believed that Tianyu God Domain is loyal. Letting them join allows them to benefit a little and be promoted. Their overall strength isn't bad—having them join strengthens us," Domain Lord Liu Li said with a smile.
Yi Tianyun was momentarily stunned as he looked her up and down. "I don't even know if I can win, yet Sister Liu Li, you seem to know?"
"Just a premonition," Domain Lord Liu Li replied with a faint smile. "A gamble isn't a bad thing, is it?"
A woman's intuition was terrifying—especially that of a powerful female expert.
More importantly, Domain Lord Liu Li had witnessed too many miracles. Who was to say another one couldn't happen this time? Besides, they had no retreat left anyway—might as well gamble.
"Well then, let's hope we win," Yi Tianyun said with a smile.
Soon, Tianyu God Domain completed its relocation. The number of strong cultivators they brought wasn't large. Only a small portion were willing to come; when faced with the God Domain War, most had fled on their own. It was a rather bleak sight.
Only the Three Realms God Domain maintained its powerful cohesion—so strong that once other God Domains learned of it, they could only sigh in admiration.
When the third-grade God Domains heard of this, they were extremely disdainful. So what if cohesion was strong? A first-grade God Domain was still a first-grade God Domain. No matter how strong the unity, without overwhelming power, it was all garbage.
"Ding! Successfully caused a first-grade God Domain to join your faction. Gained 500 compressed EXP, 500 compressed proficiency. At the same time, 'I Am the Domain Lord' has received a minor enhancement, tripling its effect!"
"Only a threefold increase…" Yi Tianyun frowned slightly.
It seemed that if the grade was too low, the effect would be reduced. That being the case, if a third-grade God Domain were to join him… Unfortunately, that was impossible—unless the Three Realms God Domain itself reached the third-grade level.
Now, all that remained was to wait for time to pass, make some final preparations, and then face the most terrifying event of all—the God Domain War.
Once it began, it would inevitably bring devastation and rivers of blood.
Yet at the same time, it marked a period of renewal and reshuffling—a great purge of the Outer God Domain. It was possible that many third-grade forces would vanish, or that numerous second-grade God Domains would be wiped out.
Only those God Domains that survived would be the true winners.