Child of Destiny

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Right after Shin, Zero, and Seven regroup with the others, the two gods immediately went joined Shiella and the others on the discussion of their next course of action.

"So, we can't continue the quest since the Corrupted Cult members will get in our way, huh?" commented Shin as he frowned his eyebrows deeply. He really wanted to finish their quest as soon as possible so that he could finally build the city and make more money obviously.

After that, he turned to Shiella and asked. "So, how are we going to deal with those guys, Big Sis?"

Shiella raised her eyebrows for a couple of moments before explaining their situation a little more. "The situation is already getting out of hand because those bastards from the Corrupted Cult purposely revealed their movements."

"And their large movements attracted the attention of the other powerhouses within the kingdom, Titan Guild, Hydra Guild, Dragon Pavilion, and Blood Carnival in particular. These guilds are showing interest in what is happening."

"With the Wing's Alliance and HeadHunter Guild out of the equation, these four leading guilds are planning to get involved in this matter."

She then took a brief pause and swept her gaze to the others before continuing. "Because of this, I will not be able to participate in the next battle with you."

"Even if I really want to crush those bastards with my own hand for ruining all of the preparations that I've made, I have no choice but to leave it to you since I need to defend the place against those sly foxes that are trying to stick their nose in our business."

Hearing that, Zero couldn't help but frown his brows before asking. "Will the Hand of Midas can handle those guilds alone?"

"What's more, the other organizations will also get involved in this matter to have a slice in the pie," he added, a little concerned.

Shiella suddenly smirked at him when she heard those words before answering. "If you are thinking that we can't, then I must say that you are completely underestimating us and our connection a little too much."

"Since you decided to stay, then just focus on dealing with those guys from the Corrupted Cult as I handle the rest," she added with a smirk.

In the meantime, Shin suddenly chimed in. "The Hydra Guild and the Dragon Pavilion will never get along since they are long-time rivals. They may be interested in what's happening here, but their rivalry will always come first."

"The Titan Guild and Blood Carnival are in a similar case. The former is a guild known for justice and being fair at everything while the latter group is a guild composed of criminals that do all sorts of despicable things. With them being on a completely opposite side, they are fated to clash with each other."

He paused for a moment and turned to Zero before continuing. "Taking advantage of this fact, it can be a weapon that we can use to our favor."

Understanding what Shin was trying to say, Zero nodded his head.

"Just like what this smartass said, we don't have to concern ourselves on those four guilds too much since they will keep each other in check," said Shiella, continuing in the topic.

"As of the other guilds, I can handle them pretty much alongside my guild and a couple of my friends," she added with a mystifying tone.

After that, she gave each member of the group before continuing. "For now, let's divide the task among ourselves."

She then turned to Kristle and Christine who seemed to be sulking on a distance before continuing. "Since those two are tasked to clear all of the villages and settlements in the region and they suddenly betrayed them midway, then I am pretty sure that the Corrupted Cult are aware that there are still some people hiding somewhere."

"And this place is going to be first in their target," she added.

"So, we are going to focus on defending this place?" asked Black Hand.

Hearing that, Shin quickly shook his head. "I don't think it is necessary."

When the others heard those words, Arthur quickly asked in confusion. "Why?"

Shin turned his head to Arthur and said. "Because they have no idea where to find the residents of the village. So even if they try to come here, they will not be able to find them.

"Well, that is true. We spend quite a lot of time just finding them. And opening the secret passage is quite complicated," said Arthur while nodding his head.

"But we still can't leave them unattended. We don't know if some accidents are going to happen," said Leonard.

Hearing that, Shin, Arthur, and Shiella simultaneously turned their heads to Black Hand and S.Tigris. And when the latter two saw their actions, they immediately understand what they were trying to say.

With a sigh, S.Tigris nodded his head and said. "You can leave their safety to us."

"Moreover, it is going to be quite complicated if we get involved with the Corrupted Cult a little too much when our guild is currently at war," added Black Hand.

After that, Shin turned to Shiella before suggesting. "I think it is better if we strike them first while they are still organizing their forces."

"From what I've heard from Zero, they seem to be waiting for the other experts of their group to arrive," he added.

Hearing his suggestion the others also nodded their heads as Shiella fell into deep thought. After a couple of moments, she finally nodded her head before adding. "Their forces are still large since they are planning to invest quite a lot in his gamble."

"And since the situation escalated to a higher degree, it is pretty obvious that they were going to send more Messengers here or experts on the same level."

She then took a brief pause and looked at them with a serious expression before continuing. "So you have to clear the area as fast as you can."

"And from the looks of it, this is going to be a real war where those who you killed will keep coming back like cockroaches," she added.

After that, she pointed at the godlike players around the table other than her before continuing. "With that, I suggest that the four of you will be moving independently while hunting the members of the cult while looking for their headquarters."

"On the other hand, the others will form a group that will face the forces of the Corrupted Cult. They will also attract the attention of our enemies while waiting for you to take down the enemies' base."

"That way, the area of our operation will be much wider," she added.

Shin nodded his head in agreement. "Alright, let's go with that. But I think me and these three will focus on hunting the elite group and top experts of our enemy."

"What's more, I think it is better to have a separate group that will block the enemies that are going to come after resurrecting from the city or nearby cemetery," he suggested.

Shiella fell into deep thought when she heard those words before agreeing. "It is a good idea but we can't do that with our current workforce."

But not long after, she quickly added. "I will form a group that will deal with the resurrected enemies later."

"Alright, let's keep it as simple as that for the time being. We will do some real-time adjustments when the situation calls for it."

"For now, just focus on your respective tasks and I will handle the rest," she said as she swept her gaze at the others.

Shin and the others nodded their heads and didn't add anything more which concluded their meeting.

After that, Shin called their group and informed them what they had discussed in the meeting. The plan was pretty simple, so there was nothing to discuss. And right after he told them their tasks, the other members of the Empyrean Talons quickly organized themselves and fixed their equipment before heading out.

S.Tigris and his group, on the other hand, headed towards the underground of the village. Their task was simple and that was to protect the villagers hiding in it.

"Finally, a time where I am free to do anything I want!" said Arthur as he stretched his waist left and right.

Leonard nodded his head and added. "It has been a while since my last 'hunt'. I guess this is going to be a little fun."

Zero, on the other hand, unsheathed his swords and check their blades before sheathing them back again. He then turned at the two before saying. "How about we make this even more interesting?"

"Want to make this a competition?" said Shin as he chimed in.

"What is at stake?" asked Arthur with an interested look on his face.

"How about owing the winner a favor and the losers can't refuse?" suggested Leonard after a slight thought.

For godlike players like them, betting an item was practically useless. Especially when their weapons and equipment were already at the current peak of the game.

"Fine by me," answered Zero without any hesitation. His tone was full of confidence as if he was sure that he was going to win.

"Alright then, it is decided!" said Shin as he quickly drew a contract and the others signed it without any hesitation.

When all of them signed it, the four of them exchanged glances before simultaneously disappearing from their spots.

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