Champion Of Lust: Gods Conquer's Harem Paradise!

Chapter 294 Blood Of A God

Another critical topic for discussion was the plans moving forward.

Despite the tense and volatile relationship between the Obsidian family and the Valyrians, Pyris was confident they could navigate these treacherous waters—so long as they avoided any moves that could be interpreted as an open challenge to the Royal Family.

With the Obsidians having too much to lose in an outright conflict with the Dragon Emperor, both Emberly and Pyris agreed: caution was their best course of action.

Two things, however, could escalate the situation beyond repair: a public opposition to the emperor, or the sudden reappearance of Seraphina at his side.

"For now, I suggest we play the role of the smart, deaf spectators and let the emperor bask in his pride," Mira suggested, her tone steady. "That means Seraphina will need to remain in the shadows, Young Lord."

Pyris nodded, albeit reluctantly. Though keeping Seraphina hidden wasn't a decision he liked, it was necessary. Her current condition, weakened by the severing of her bloodline, made it impossible for her to act anyway even if he was to refuse this development. Anyway it was the best course of action for now.

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"Mm," Pyris agreed, though a faint unease lingered. "Don't worry—I won't act impulsively or seek revenge for what happened to Seraphina. Not now when the odds are against us. I'm better than that."

The others nodded, relief evident in their eyes.

"That's not to say the emperor will walk away unscathed for his actions," Pyris added, his voice hardening. "I can't promise you that. But I can promise one thing..."

With that settled, the next move was clear. The game's launch was only days away, and Pyris had a long list of tasks ahead. Visiting the office was a priority, but so was fulfilling his deal with Dracula.

Or at least attempting to.

"How am I supposed to give what I don't even have?" Pyris muttered to himself, chuckling dryly. He realized he needed to prepare for a potential fallout with his uncle—or, better yet, find a way to avoid it entirely.

"Whatever you do, don't give Dracula power that exceeds his cage," Emberly warned, cupping Pyris's face in her hands before letting go. "If that monster gets what he wants—both of them—he'll become a conqueror no one in the mortal realm will be prepared to handle. His ambition knows no bounds. We can't have mad man on our hands!"

With that, she handed Pyris a vial containing the last component he needed to fulfill Dracula's request. Pyris accepted it, his hands trembling slightly as his golden eyes glowed with fierce determination.

[Ding! Another material acquired: Blood of a God.]

The system's voice echoed in his mind, and a small smile crept across Pyris's face. This was another step forward, though it was one that required a swift and decisive choice.

Should he betray Dracula and fail to deliver on their deal?

"I thought this would be easy," Pyris mused bitterly. But going behind Dracula's back would mean war. The vampire emperor wouldn't hesitate to send his legions against every Obsidian business under his rule.

"We can afford to lose a single empire, you know," Emberly teased, though her tone carried an undertone of warning.

"I know, Mother, but..." Pyris trailed off, a frown settling on his face. With the gods' eventual descent looming, the Obsidians couldn't afford to alienate a being as powerful and resourceful as Dracula.

Still, how could Pyris prioritize Dracula's goals over his own? Over Lia, his family, and everything they stood for?

The path before him was one of no return.

"Ahem." Mira's soft cough broke through the tension. "Young Lord... you haven't mentioned the void pocket gateways."

Pyris chuckled at her attempt to shift the subject.

"My beautiful Phantom," he began, a playful smirk on his lips. "You already sense them, don't you?"

Mira's stoic expression didn't falter, though her slight nod betrayed her curiosity.

Under Emberly's piercing gaze, Mira straightened herself.

"You're intimidating your potential daughter-in-law, Mother!" Pyris teased, his grin widening.

"Oh, my innocent Mira fell for your charms too, did she?" Emberly shot back, her teasing tone drawing a flicker of amusement to Mira's otherwise stoic face.

Eventually, the topic returned to the gateways.

"So, were you successful?" Emberly asked, her voice laced with curiosity.

"Yes," Pyris replied confidently. "The pockets are stable, and Mira can enter the labyrinth."

Before Pyris could elaborate, Emberly embraced him, pulling him into a rare and warm hug.

When she finally stepped back, her eyes shone with pride. "So, Mira, can you enter now?"

"Not just me, Mistress," Mira replied with a hint of excitement. "I can take at least a hundred Phantoms with me."

Emberly's expression froze in shock. Void gateways weren't just spatial portals; they required immense energy to create. For something as potent as this, Pyris should have been at least Rank 20 to create a void pocket for just Mira.

Yet somehow, he had created gateways not one capable of carrying an entire battalion.

"This monster," Emberly muttered under her breath, ruffling Pyris's hair.

"Mira," Pyris said, his tone serious now. "Before you head to the labyrinth, meet me. There's a request I need to make."

"Yes, Young Lord," Mira replied dutifully.

Before Pyris could say anything more, Mira's body convulsed as if struck by an unseen force. Her eyes glowed with a dark, eerie light before dimming back to normal.

"The Goddess wishes to meet you, Mistress," Mira said, bowing deeply to Emberly.

"The Loli Goddess?" Emberly asked, her tone filled with amusement. Mira's lips twitched slightly, wondering at the audacity of Emberly Obsidian to refer to such a being in such a flippant manner.

"That's my cue, dear son," Emberly said, turning to Pyris. "I'll be away for a few hours. Take Anastasia with you. She'll be of great help."

Before Pyris could stop them, both his mother and Mira vanished, leaving only the faintest ripple in the air. His outstretched hand grasped at nothing.

"Loli Goddess?" Pyris muttered under his breath, still puzzled.

With a sigh, he turned his attention to the glowing system screen before him. Among the many notifications he had ignored earlier, one stood out.

[Ding! Absorbed the Divine Mana Essence of the Elemental Deity! Your connection to the elements and affinity has increased.

New Mission generated: Absorb the Divine Mana Essence of the Infernums!

Reward: ???]