515 Halmuts Cautiousness (2/2)
”I'm sure that Kori has already ascended once again. Though he'll be lv. 90, that's still another god to their side. And we can forget the high-leveled traitors that should also be gods by now. If we don't increase our numbers now, we won't have time to rethink our strategy or make such preparations,” Halmut reasoned, again surprising the gods around him. ”Lyrun, you'll also be permitted to aid in ascendance. I want you at lv. 97, is that clear?”
”Yes… your excellency.” The Elf God bowed, accepting the order.
The Sun God looked around at some of the disappointed faces, mentioning, ”There are some of you that I would like to be stronger but I don't yet trust you enough for such a thing. Prove to me how you handle your territories and deal with Trodar's influence there. If you prove successful, then we'll discuss your future growth.”
”Then what about me?”
”Kylon… I want you to select up to two warriors. At lv. 96 you'll be able to defend the key properly while you're deep below the water. Moranti would be restricted underwater, as would Sterfen. Only Lunara can compete with you down there but your magic already surpasses her, and at lv. 96 she wouldn't compare with you.”
”Very well… Thank you, your excellency.”
”May I?”
Looking to the side, Halmut smiled, expecting nothing less. ”Go ahead, Tralbok.”
Lyrun sat down as Tralbok stood up, asking, ”What am I lacking in order to prove my allegiance?”
”Hmm… A good question…” Leaning back in his chair, Halmut took a moment to think.
Tralbok continued, ”I've already led my fellow chaotic gods to gather under your banner, your excellency. Also, I've proven to be an undeniable asset in healing and countering Sterfen's abilities. Without me, any of his targets would be unrevivable, even for your excellency. I've even killed your traitorous former champion in the past. What is it that I must do now to prove worthy of your trust?”
”A good question indeed… I'll allow you to aid a single person in ascendance. Will that suffice? That should prove that even you former chaotic gods will have the opportunity after demonstrating loyalty to me.”
”Thank you very much, your excellency!”
As Tralbok bowed, the other chaotic gods felt a bit better. Oosam was the only former chaotic god that rolled his eyes, not being a fan of Tralbok's constant butt-kissing.
”Then it's settled,” Halmut continued, ”Lyrun will be placed in charge of constructing my temples, leaving you to handle your own temples within your territories and the shrine for Federal City. We'll remember Naparn's fall as something foolish he brought on himself for constantly meddling where he shouldn't have.
”Remember that. I don't mind you having animosity toward our enemy but you should never act in a way that brings the temptation of doom. Naparn was lucky to not be reprimanded for his handling of Kori's execution, let alone for not chasing after Sterfen and Lunara during the war. He created a grudge but didn't act while he had the opportunity to kill off the threat. That's a lesson to be learned.”
”Yes, your excellency!” all the gods shouted in unison.
”Then, allow me to rest awhile. Should you need me, make sure it's urgent. If not, ask Lyrun for his opinion,” Halmut added, casually yawning and reverting to his bestial form as he exited the conference room.