Changing Life And Career? I Planted The World Tree At The Beginning

Chapter 428: Peace Talks, The Devil’S Conditions, Sacrificing Hundreds Of Billions Of Creatures?

After Dongfang Xi became serious, many demi-gods from the Soaring Dragon Empire felt a significant decrease in pressure.

At the same time, their momentary contact made them understand a truth.

Demi-gods and true gods who can only exert demi-god level power are completely different concepts.

Even if a true god descends on the Blue Star and has their power suppressed, their comprehension of the laws and understanding of power are on a completely different level from demi-gods.

The attack from the Abyss Demon God did not use divine power on a large scale, nor did it use any laws, but it still single-handedly suppressed more than twenty demi-gods to the point where they couldn't lift their heads.

If it weren't for Dongfang Xi's timely intervention, someone would have likely been injured.

"Those with strength below the Great Accomplishment level, step back!"

Dongfang Xi shouted lightly.

The many demi-gods present hesitated for a moment. Over ten demi-gods showed a reluctant expression and withdrew.

Although they also wanted to contribute to the defense of their homeland, the reality was right in front of them.

Facing a true god, staying here would not only be ineffective but would also become a burden.

Only seven demi-gods remained in the field, confronting the Abyss Demon God.

The retreating demi-gods were not idle either. Some of them formed a defensive line on the periphery, while others went to the Nine Peaks City to command the evacuation of the people.

The Nine Peaks City was too close to the point of descent, only a few dozen kilometers away.

The aftermath of any attack by a demi-god could potentially destroy the Nine Peaks City.

In addition to the demi-gods, the Nine Peaks City also gathered dozens of Rank Nine powerhouses and hundreds of Rank Eight powerhouses.

Some came in response to the orders of the demi-gods, while others were local powerhouses from the Cloud River Province.

They gathered here solely to protect their country and its people.

The remaining seven demi-gods also held back when they attacked, intentionally controlling the residual waves of battle to minimize their impact on the surrounding populated areas.

More than half of the Abyss Demon God's body had already appeared in the Blue Star, and it was only one step away from complete descent.

However, its body had also suffered countless injuries under the limitations of its power.

Among them, the majority were thanks to the efforts of the Flower Edge Emperor Monarch.

With the comprehension of the Law of Slaughter and the terrifying talent for inflicting a hundredfold damage, even a true god would be greatly suppressed.

"Respected true god, please leave the Blue Star world. If you have any requests, we will do our best to fulfill them!"

"If you insist on destroying our homeland, we will fight you to the end!"

The Soaring Dragon Great Emperor continuously attempted to communicate with the Abyss Demon God.

Previously, the Abyss Demon God had ignored them.

But this time, it seemed to be intimidated by their determination and strength.

The overwhelming attacks ceased, and even the body of the demon god stopped struggling.

Seeing this scene, the seven demi-gods also stopped their actions.

Intense battles while constantly avoiding the city put a tremendous burden on them.

If the other side was willing to negotiate, it would naturally be the best outcome.

The deep voice of the Abyss Demon God sounded, "Humans, I have no intention of being your enemy."

"But I need to devour a trillion sentient lives. If you meet my requirements, I will immediately withdraw."

"A trillion?" The demi-gods of the Soaring Dragon Empire's expressions changed.

But soon, they breathed a sigh of relief.

The population of the Soaring Dragon Empire itself was more than a trillion.

However, sacrificing the demon god would definitely not involve the people of the Soaring Dragon Empire.

In fact, sentient lives did not necessarily refer to humans.

Many of the secret realms controlled by the Soaring Dragon Empire also had sentient lives.

Some large secret realms even had populations exceeding tens of billions.

It seemed... it might not be unacceptable.

"Can we trust what he said?" Emperor Monarch of the Four Directions quietly transmitted information to the East.

"Of course not," East replied without hesitation.

Then why did he say that?

"To buy time, to continue gathering power. Chen Yu told me their goal is to devour the life force of the entire world and turn it into a dead domain."

And what about us?

"Don't worry, have you forgotten our purpose? We will cooperate with them and observe the situation."

Alright.

East and Nangong Wangqiu had a small group discussion, which the other five demigods were unaware of.

They were seriously considering the request of this Abyss Demon God.

One hundred billion people, it may sound simple, but it's not easy.

Emptying dozens of large Secret Realms could potentially cause significant damage and incur unpredictable losses.

But at this moment, they didn't have a better solution.

"We need time to discuss!" Soaring Dragon Great Emperor said to the Abyss Demon God.

"Fine, I'll give you time, but if you don't agree to my request, when I descend, you will suffer the consequences!" Abyss Demon God's gaze was deep.

"By then, it won't be one hundred billion, but two hundred billion, three hundred billion, or even trillions!"

The seven top demigods of the Soaring Dragon Empire gathered together, guarding against a sudden attack from the Abyss, while discussing.

Giving, that's definitely necessary.

Exchanging one hundred billion people for the Abyss Demon God to retreat was an outcome that everyone could accept.

However, how to distribute them still needed to be negotiated.

First of all, citizens of the empire definitely couldn't be included, it was a matter of principle.

In a short period of time, it was also impossible to go to war with other countries and acquire so many people.

So they could only gather from within the Secret Realms.

"I have three large Secret Realms in my hands, which can provide nearly 3 billion people. Any more than that, and they will be completely depleted," Soaring Dragon Great Emperor said first.

"I can contribute 2 billion."

"I can gather 5 billion."

"..."

Not only the seven demigods present, but the other demigods also joined the conversation.

At this critical moment, no one played any tricks, and soon they gathered the required one hundred billion.

Soaring Dragon Great Emperor took another step forward and said to the Abyss Demon God, "We agree to your request, please give us a little time to prepare."

"Of course," Abyss Demon God readily agreed.

To show sincerity, it even retracted part of its body back into the ritual array, leaving only the part above its chest in the Blue Star World.

Soaring Dragon Great Emperor didn't hesitate and immediately issued instructions.

The demigods who didn't participate in the battle dispersed to various locations within the Soaring Dragon Empire's Secret Realms to gather people.

The demigods personally took action, and their efficiency was extremely high.

In just one day, they gathered the required one hundred billion people for the Abyss Demon God and sent them over.

The next morning, just as the sun was rising.

Soaring Dragon Great Emperor held a space ball created by one thousand Emperor Monarchs of the Four Directions and spoke to the Abyss Demon God.

"Foreign True God, here are the one hundred billion intelligent lives you requested. You can verify it."

"No need, I trust that you wouldn't dare to deceive me!"

The Abyss Demon God opened its palm, "Hand it over to me, and then I will leave this world!"

"Alright," Soaring Dragon Great Emperor said.

"But please close the descending ritual array first. I will naturally deliver the goods to your hands."