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"More pressing matters await. Our alliance with the Upper Floors could elevate us greatly. If I play my cards right, we might even conquer a world of our own one day." The Heavenly Emperor declared, his voice thick with prideful Aura.
"Conquering another world…"
"Incredible!"
"The Heavenly Emperor's ambitions know no bounds!"
"Expansion is vital, but perhaps not the wisest focus right now, Your Majesty," the younger immortal insisted. "This threat must be eliminated swiftly. I cannot stress enough—"
TRUUUM!
An overwhelming pressure slammed down, forcing the youngster to his knees in agony.
"Don't you dare speak his name here," the Heavenly Emperor snarled, fury twisting his features. "That man—the only one who ever defied my rule… My blood boils at the thought that his son still lives. Why haven't you killed him yet?"
"We've tried, but Maria protects him…"
