Chapter 177: Chapter 177: Azurefox Clan
Aster Grant pondered for a long time, his gaze eventually falling on Lilith.
Even if the intelligence plan fails, with Lilith around...
And with the support of the Soul-devouring Talent.
Lilith’s strength is top-tier even among the Monarch Peak.
Therefore, as long as the Totem Level Ghost Race experts don’t make a move...
With Lilith, they can retreat safely.
Moreover...
Since Lilith suggested this plan, it means she has some confidence.
"What are your thoughts?"
Aster Grant asked bluntly.
Lilith glanced at Scarlett next to Aster Grant, then slowly spoke:
"That little one beside you should know that the Ghost Race holds a grand competition every year."
"The first place in this competition gets a chance for the Divine Pattern to recognize them."
"However, until now, no one from the Ghost Race has successfully been recognized by the Divine Pattern."
Upon hearing this, Aster Grant was momentarily stunned, then turned to look at Scarlett.
Scarlett immediately replied:
"Yes, master!"
"The Ghost Race indeed holds a competition every year, but..."
Her voice suddenly became hesitant, "My sister and I have already been exiled from the Ghost Race, I’m afraid..."
Scarlett’s tone carried a hint of confusion.
The memories of being exiled were already somewhat blurred.
But she clearly remembered...
She and her sister were forever forbidden to enter Ghost Race territory.
Therefore, not to mention participating in the competition or seeking recognition from the Divine Pattern.
However, Aster Grant was indifferent to this.
Even if Veridia and Scarlett are forbidden from entering the Ghost Race, what of it?
Not to mention the fact that they did nothing wrong as children...
Moreover, they were even ambushed!
Aster Grant felt no guilt about going to the Ghost Race to seize the Divine Pattern.
And after understanding the whole story from Veridia...
He had long made up his mind.
The Ghost Race Great Elder must pay the price.
Thinking this, Aster Grant slowly spoke:
"Scarlett, don’t you want to go back?"
Aster Grant stared into Scarlett’s eyes.
This was not only about seizing the Divine Pattern but also about seeking justice for Veridia and Scarlett!
Scarlett was struck by this question, standing frozen as if struck by lightning.
Go back?
Of course, she wants to!
How many nights had she been jolted awake by nightmares of the day they were exiled?
It wasn’t until she met Aster Grant that things started to improve.
But now, being reminded of it made the long-extinguished flames in her eyes ignite once more—
She and her sister were never omens!
At this moment.
Veridia’s figure suddenly appeared.
Her cyan eyes full of determination:
"Master, I agree to return to the Ghost Race, and I will make sure the Divine Pattern recognizes Scarlett as its master."
She certainly hadn’t forgotten...
The time she and Scarlett were on the brink of death!
This grudge must be avenged.
Now that there’s such an opportunity, it should not be missed.
Moreover...
Obtaining the Divine Pattern was inherently the master’s will.
Scarlett’s gaze skimmed lightly across Aster Grant’s face, then quickly moved away.
As long as it’s the master’s wish, she would risk her life to accomplish it.
After confirming Veridia’s attitude, Aster Grant’s gaze fell back on Scarlett.
After all, it’s she who would bear the recognition from the Divine Pattern, so her own choice must be respected.
Scarlett met Aster Grant’s gaze and nodded firmly without hesitation.
Since her sister consented, what was there to hesitate about?
Seeing both Beastbonds agree, Aster Grant steeled his resolve.
It’s just a Ghost Race!
If those old fools of the Ghost Race dare disagree...
He’ll have Lilith devour more blood, combined with the Soul-devouring Talent...
To beat them into submission!
Meanwhile, Lilith watched Scarlett and Veridia, a flash of memory glinting in her eyes.
The first time she met Veridia, she saw the shadow of her father in this girl.
Back when she hadn’t become the Blood Progenitor, she had benefited from Veridia’s father’s grace, "Cyan."
Later, upon hearing this number one Ghost Race talent being penalized, she felt regret.
And now, by a stroke of fate...
She and Cyan’s two daughters simultaneously bonded with Aster Grant.
Fate plays tricks!
However...
In the past, she didn’t know how to repay Cyan’s kindness.
But now...
Taking Cyan’s daughters to obtain the Ghost Race Divine Pattern could count as repaying the old favor.
More importantly...
She wanted to use Aster Grant’s hand to see if Cyan could be reinvigorated!
Such talent shouldn’t be confined to the Ghost Race’s forbidden grounds forever.
...
Gloomfang Valley.
Ghost Race settlement.
The village where the Ghost Race has resided for generations stands quietly.
In the grandest building at the village’s center, an important meeting is underway.
Several Elders of the Ghost Race sit on one side of the hall, while on the opposite side sit exquisite Fox Maidens with multiple fox tails.
They belong to the Azurefox Clan.
Also one of the top races in the Alternate Space!
The Ghost Race Great Elder first broke the silence, his voice low yet convincing:
"Princess of Azurefox, you must have noticed that the Demon Clan’s power is becoming increasingly rampant lately."
"Your clan, adept in sealing and control, lacks somewhat in direct battle capability; if the Demon Clan discovers your home..."
The statement ended there.
The Ghost Race Great Elder understood this was the predicament the Azurefox Clan was facing.
After allowing the Azurefox Clan to ponder for a moment, he continued:
"We Ghost Race happen to be the race most skilled in combat. If our two clans ally..."
"With the auxiliary skills of your clan, paired with our combat talents, we can handle any Demon Clan attack!"
The Princess of Azurefox lightly frowned, unconsciously twisting a lock of hair with her slender fingers.
She knew the Ghost Race Great Elder’s words were factual.
The Azurefox Clan wasn’t particularly adept at combat.
Thus, after noticing the Demon Clan’s movements, they began seeking clan collaboration.
Originally, she had planned three potential alliances...
Angel Race, Ghost Race, and Human Race!
However, the recent actions of the Angel Race caused her to discover some clues.
This race might already be infiltrated by the Demon Clan.
Hence, she had to exclude them.
As for the Ghost Race and Human Race...
She was still undecided.
The Ghost Race indeed has great combat strength, but then...
Collaborating with a race full of brawn, devoid of brains, posed considerable risk.
While the Human Race...
To date, hasn’t produced any Totem Level races.
Nor identified any talents with potential to break through to Totem Level.
Hence, teaming up with the Human Race carries more risk than with the Ghost Race.
However...
Teaming up with the Human Race could better leverage the Azurefox Clan’s function.
Thanks to the diversity of the Human Race’s Beast Taming System, which could perfectly match Azurefox’s Control Talent.
Upon considering this, the Princess couldn’t help but rub her temples.
Such a headache!
However, with the Demon Clan threat looming, the Azurefox Clan doesn’t have much time to hesitate.
Facing the earnest gaze of the Ghost Race Great Elder, she ultimately sighed lightly:
"Unless something unexpected happens..."
"Azurefox is willing to form an alliance with the Ghost Race."
Upon hearing this, the Ghost Race Great Elder was instantly overjoyed.
"Now that the alliance is formed," he opened warmly:
"Our Ghost Race will soon host a centennial grand competition. Would the Princess be interested in staying as an observer, to witness the splendor of our younger generation?"
Upon hearing this, the Princess of Azurefox nodded slightly.
Only with better understanding of the Ghost Race’s situation can there be more effective collaboration.
As for the Ghost Race’s younger generation...
She was quite curious as well!
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