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Previously, it was through trade, now it's through robbery; it's just a change in the way of obtaining resources.
Then, gradually render the other party powerless, and when the time comes, not only will I be able to free myself, but I'll also gain such a powerful Floating City. Just thinking about it is a bit exciting.
This Lord Rel Wind even wants Spirit Monsters, not to mention their own Elf Clan's deity; as long as I surrender, the other party will definitely give me better treatment.
This is killing several birds with one stone, and with these actions as cover, it also helps avoid alerting other Ancient Gods that his main target isn't them but the Divine.
