Chapter 576 (2/2)

Not waiting for the dukes to react, he continued to speak, “As for the Void Mask, that situation is somewhat easier to manage than the dwarven gods. This god’s level of interest in mortals is unparalleled among the gods. While I do not know why an immortal being of their level holds such fascination in insignificant mortals, this makes for a great opportunity! As long as we put effort into pulling them to our side, sooner or later they will change their stance and lean more towards our Orcs in terms of preference.”

“This… isn’t all that doable?”

“Yes, but it’s very difficult,” Junero said. “This will be a very long task, one I will be unable to complete with my own hands—it likely will not be finished even under the next emperor, the fruits of our labor never to be seen by any of us standing here today. But what does that matter? Even the farthest place can be reached if you keep walking; even if we ultimately turn to dust, those great immortal gods will certainly be able to see our success!”

It was then that the Orc dukes finally ceased their hesitation, all nodding their heads.

After the meeting was adjourned, His Majesty, Emperor Junero Tiger had all the attendants leave. Sitting solitary and alone in the shining golden hall, he gazed up at the sky and let out a heavy sigh.

“There’s no need for you to sigh.” Morani’s figure appeared at his side. “Your actions are undoubtedly correct!”

“Perhaps.” Junero laughed. “I think so as well.”

Though he laughed, the tone of his voice grew gloomier as he spoke, “It’s just… I can’t quite be certain…”

“You’ve always flaunted yourself as having everything all planned out, what is there to be uncertain about now?”

“I have everything all planned out? Back then I’d thought I would certainly defeat you, becoming a powerful emperor. And how did that turn out?” Junero shook his head and smiled. “Let’s not speak of mere mortals; could even the great immortal gods have everything planned without a flaw? If such a thing were true, my old friend, then why did you change from the Orc God of Forging into the head god of the Desolation God System? And now you’ve become a member of the Void Mask God System?”

Morani didn’t dispute him having been a member of the Void Mask God System. He only smiled calmly.

“Regardless of what you say, I’m quite satisfied with my current circumstances,” he said. “Oscar is a good person; once you get to know him, you’ll naturally come to understand.”

Junero nodded. “I know he’s good, which is why I hope to become his friend rather than his enemy.”

“I’ll tell him you said so.”

“Thank you.” Junero laughed again. He looked up at the sky and said, “It’s about time for me to leave.”

“Where are you planning to go?” Morani asked.

“First, I think I’ll take a walk around a few stars I once explored,” Junero responded. “I’ve always wanted to do a proper study of the cultures and races of other stars. Now is a good chance to do it.”

As he spoke, he stood up, a golden light slowly emerging from his body.

“Oh yes, once you’re gone, who should the emperor’s seat be passed on to?” Morani asked.

“I’ll contact the mortals again,” Junero happily replied. “Don’t worry, it’s fine.”

After speaking, the light on his body shone more and more brightly. Finally, he was wrapped in a pillar of light that shot straight up towards the sky.