Although Angel Yan still didn't fully understand how defying a predestined fate could be tied to increasing one's strength,
From the way Kei Yamanaka decisively executed Sumari, it was clear this too was a way of changing fate—one far more straightforward and simple than other methods.
Put that way,
This "Defier of Fate" had actually shown remarkable restraint toward them!
He not only treated angels of the Just Order with kindness, treating the still-developing Male Soldiers' Squad as equals,
Even someone like Morgan, whom he saw in her destined future as "still worth saving," he didn't kill outright—instead, he forcibly pushed her onto another path.
If it were anyone else,
Killing others to gain power could easily bring ruin to the entire realm in an instant!
Wait a minute...
Was it simply because Morgan was beautiful?
Thoughtfully, Angel Yan glanced at Liang Bing, who winced in pain from her enhanced Gene Fusion process.
Setting aside the conflict between demons and angels for now,
Judging purely by appearance and figure, former Heavenly Omen King Liang Bing still ranked among the most stunning figures even when placed among the countless beauties of the Angel Nebula.
Although appreciating beauty is a natural part of being human.
But...
This Dimensional Demon God sure has a reputation with women!
"Hiss~ Seems like you're into Noxing War God?"
Liang Bing hissed in pain through clenched teeth while rubbing her sore stomach.
She stared at Liu Chuan's battlefield projection on the wall, attempting to take her mind off the pain.
During the enhancement of her Divine Body's genes,
She'd fallen into a weakened state.
Right now, she couldn't activate the Void Engine at all and barely controlled dark energy.
Of course, she could knock herself unconscious to escape the pain.
But enduring the pain of ascension was also a process of physical and mental adaptation.
Skipping that stage meant needing to adjust later anyway.
Might as well endure it now and get it over with!
"I can perceive the faith inside him—it's very pure."
Kei Yamanaka idly twirled the Dark Silver Dagger that Sumari had left behind.
Watching Liu Chuan swinging his god-slaying axe relentlessly against Tao Tie in the dark energy projection, a faint smile curled his lips.
In recent days,
The Quantum Engine's analysis of the 'Oath' concept embedded in Eternal Spear Gungnir was progressing smoothly.
From his perception, there were only two or three days left.
The belief force on Liu Chuan, so similar to the Oath, had become purer and stronger.
"You can actually perceive something like... faith? That's intangible!"
"Want to learn? Flatter me a bit first. If I feel happy enough, maybe I'll teach it to you directly."
"Interested in getting close to Hexi? I don't guarantee success, but there's at least a 50% chance. You teach me, I teach you—fair trade, no haggling!"
"Well then, I also don't guarantee you'll master it, but there's at least a 50% chance. Fair trade, no haggling!"
"If you're not willing, forget it."
Liang Bing let out an irritated eye-roll.
We know our own family affairs best.
Faith isn't something that can be hardwired into genes like data. It's intangible, yet it greatly influences a lifeform's spiritual will.
According to Kei Yamanaka, there's a fifty percent chance she could learn it.
Which basically meant handing her a vague topic and telling her to figure it out on her own!
God only knows when—if ever—she'd figure it out!
"Do you think the Galactic Power Gene is somehow inferior to the Noxing War God?"
Angel Yan casually leaned one hand against the backrest of the sofa.
She completely ignored Morgan's earlier attempt to teach Kei Yamanaka how to seduce Tianji King Hexi.
The Galactic Power Gene was co-designed by the angels and the Superman Institute, embodying their immense efforts and beautiful hopes for the future.
But judging from Kei Yamanaka's tone?
It sounded like something was missing.
"When you designed this gene, you did so from the perspective of female angels, which made it naturally more emotionally demanding than most people's expectations."
Kei shrugged. There was even a term for excessive emotional demand—"love-struck brain."
Exclusive love and loyalty are definitely beautiful.
But if emotions start dictating actions, then...
it won't be perfect anymore.
"Wanna team up? Let him taste your martial arts."
Liang Bing teased Angel Yan with a smirk.
"Weren't you one of the lead researchers on the Galactic Power Gene project?"
Angel Yan turned her head toward Liang Bing, golden long hair cascading off her shoulders and neck, countering directly.
"It's normal for early-stage R&D teams to lack experience. My Space-Time Gene is way more refined!"
"Then why did you fuse with the Shenhe Divine Power Gene with Anti-Void Capability instead of using your own Space-Time Gene?"
"Pfft! You serious right now, Yan?"
"Just calling it like I see it."
"..."
Kei Yamanaka didn't pay attention to their verbal sparring.
Looking at the screen, Reina had returned to the Male Soldiers' Squad and was helping them fight against Tao Tie.
She silently sighed—Pan Zhen was indeed an old fox.
He allied himself with Shinigami Kal-El yet still sent Reina—missing for two whole days—back to Blue Planet.
That clearly wasn't just playing both sides.
He also wanted to use Lieyang Star's power to balance the power gap between himself—a foreigner—and Kal.
The Void Era had already arrived.
For Lieyang Star, there was absolutely no way to avoid it!
Just like in the original story, he negotiated with Kal while simultaneously supporting Angel Yan becoming queen.
Normally, no matter who came out on top—the outsider himself, Shinigami Kal, or Holy Ka'Sha—Liegong Civilization could preserve itself as much as possible.
And if they prolonged the conflict among multiple forces using Lieyang Star's power,
Reina would gain even more growth opportunities!
Once Lieyang Civilization developed a fully matured Light of the Sun, they might just emerge victorious in the end.
"You're thinking too much."
Kei Yamanaka slightly shook her head.
But Pan Zhen's plans were doomed to fail.
His strength had long exceeded what Full Form Solar Light could threaten.
Even if he were to bet everything on the Lieyang Civilization's military strength now, he still couldn't close the massive gap between himself and Kal-El!
Besides, people who play both sides rarely come out unscathed.
Seeing that, within the dark energy projection, the Male Soldiers' Squad members—along with military support—were gradually gaining the upper hand.
Kei Yamanaka glanced at the interface of his skill-list system.
"System, use both of my Keyword Draw opportunities. Let's do this."
[Congratulations, Host. Obtained Gray-Rank Skill 'Leg-Tripping Girl' and Blue-Tier Skill 'Shaking Old Man's Head'.]
[Leg-Tripping Girl (Gray)]: Stumbles over one's own feet upon stepping outside. Regardless of combat strength, greatly increases the chances of tripping, slipping, falling on flat ground, and losing balance when outdoors; slightly increases innocent confusion; greatly amplifies apparent foolishness.
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