Chapter 480: The Change in the Gods ‘Attitudes
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Taking advantage of the gathering of the army and riding on the golden lion, Su Wan ventured to the Death Swamp through the rift in the north of Lion City.
Before attacking the Spire of Fate, Su Wan had to figure something out to continue nourishing the swamp.
It wasn’t certain how long it would take to capture the Spire of Fate.
The moment she passed through the rift, a strong smell of blood invaded her nostrils. The swamp shrouded in the blood mist appeared hazy. The ground was like bloody mud. White bones floated on it.
It was a terrifying land of death. A true depiction of the abyssal purgatory.
The lion’s gaze became vigilant. Its tail was already up. It sensed the presence of monsters.
The blood mist began to distort and gradually condensed to form a figure. The scene was chilling to the bone.
The golden lion became agitated. Its extraordinary aura surged. It opened its maw.
“Don’t worry,” said Su Wan, as she stroked the mane of the lion. “This is the Death Swamp. It’s my territory.”
The lion’s tensed muscles relaxed, but it remained alert. The swirling mist revealed a middle-aged man.
“Lord Su Wan,” said the God of Deception and Lies.
He stared at the figure riding on the golden lion with a complicated expression.
“Lord Modric, have you discovered anything on this plane?” Su Wan noticed that the god’s gaze was solemn.
“I have discovered quite a lot of things in these few days. I just discovered a race that is very suitable for spreading beliefs.” the God of Deception and Lies laughed lightly.
“I hope to recover my power as soon as possible. If there is anything 1 can help with, I will do my best.” Su Wan looked at him meaningfully.
“If possible, 1 am willing to take control of this swamp, on your behalf. It has tremendous potential.”
Su Wan immediately understood the unspoken sentiment of the god. He was extending a sort of an olive branch.
Originally, Su Wan had invited the God of Deception and Lies to conceal her presence and her territory. It was a big thing for the God of Deception and Lies to initiate a cooperation.
Perhaps the fall of the Lord of Greed had made him more understanding.
“That would be best. The future is long, and I hope that the alliance between us will continue,” Su Wan said.
“I believe it will.” The God of Lies looked deeply into his eyes.
“The Dark Withered Tree can bear fruits that can enhance the potential of life. This has a strong allure for any intelligent life. It can be used to lure enemies from other planes into battle here in the Death Swamp.”
Su Wan did not dwell much on that. She focused on the main matter.
Simba was born from the power of the Lord of Greed. She wanted to leave it here to assist the Dark Withered Tree.
Since Modric wanted to help manage the swamp, Su Wan could entrust the swamp to him and the lion.
“The divine body of the Lord of Greed is in my hands. 1 plan to use it to nourish the Dark Withered Tree,” Su Wan said.
“Lord Su Wan, there is no need to warn me. Since 1 have decided to help you, 1 won’t go back on my word. Moreover, we have a contract between us.” The God of Deception and Lies chuckled.
“That’s for the best.” Su Wan didn’t feel embarrassed for saying it.
She urged the golden lion to walk through the spatial rift and arrived at the Eternal Land.
Su Wan first returned to her territory with the lion and anchored its soul at the Hero’s Altar.
“The enemy is still lurking and waiting to devour our territory!” She briefly explained the plan to lure the enemies from the other planes to the swamp using the fruits of the Dark Withered Tree.
“My Lord, your will, along with the wishes of His Majesty, is my command!” said the Dark Withered Tree in a solemn tone.
No one dared defy Su Wan and Xu Yuan. There were no rebels in the territory.
The massive divine body of the Dark Withered Tree rose from the ground. Its tangled roots writhed like the tentacles of an octopus and stirred up clouds of dust.
Even though Su Wan had witnessed similar scenes countless times, she couldn’t help but feel deeply moved.
No matter what kind of enemy it was, there was no way they could win against her forces.
The semi-transparent God of Deception and Lies looked at the towering Dark Withered Tree. His face changed. The power of the tree wasn’t unfamiliar to him.
Su Wan possessed heroes that were stronger than the others. She even had gods helping her. The Lord had been in the Main Plane for less than a year and had achieved such greatness!
It was a remarkable thing to have achieved such a feat in just half a year! Even as a god, he found it shocking.
Su Wan didn’t seem like she ever made a move directly, but the ancient gods did their part to help her and protect her. That was the reason why the God of Deception and Lies had bowed to her.
Unaware of his thoughts, Su Wan transferred the Dark Withered Tree to the center of the swamp.
Under the concealment of the God of Deception and Lies, no outsiders could set foot in this area.
A few distances away, the sound of battle rang out.
“Settle here,” said Su Wan.
Following her command, the Dark Withered Tree halted, and its entangled roots burrowed into the depths of the swamp.
The Dark Withered Tree gradually descended, firmly rooting itself in the ground. The terrifying giant tree swayed in the sky. The withered branches resembled twisted hands of corpses, and blood-red veins circulated within the cracks of the bark. Combined with the frightening face of the gnarled trunk, the whole thing looked terrifying.
The Dark Withered Tree was a perfect match for the Death Swamp.
Su Wan felt that placing the Dark Withered Tree in the desert would be a waste. This was where the tree truly belonged..