Rumble rumble...
Amidst the majestic altar, the huge Dragon Head is still staring at Scarface, an unspoken silence spreading between them.
Just at this moment, another clap of thunder rumbles from the sky.
An indescribable sense of oppression descends from the heavens.
Scarface, with a dazed expression, hasn't reacted to the unfolding events, while the massive Dragon Head displays a hint of joy and excitement.
"Great Primordial Spirit!"
"I am willing to become your deputy, to resolutely carry out your will anytime, anywhere!"
Still tilting his head, Scarface gazes at the Dragon Head, which is trying hard to make expressive gestures, suddenly harboring a thought not his own.
"What qualifications do you have to become my deputy?"
The volume and tone are clearly the same.
But the words Scarface speaks now inexplicably carry a sense of authority.
As if the high-ranking gods are communicating through Scarface's body with this mundane mortal thing.
The realization dawns on Scarface; he is indeed the priest of the "Primordial Spirit."
And now, the "Primordial Spirit," seemingly his Creator, is speaking to Dragon Head through his body.
"Because I am currently the only living being in this world qualified to bear the 'Supreme Will'!"
While saying this, Dragon Head does not hide its proud inner emotions.
A pride from the heart, a pride that won't be discarded, even if there's only a head left.
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Silently watching Dragon Head's effort to "perform."
Not only does Scarface find this feeling remarkably strange.
Even Li Hao himself cannot describe the phenomenon of this strange perception misalignment.
Li Hao can clearly sense that he remains in the real world, and this is merely a "dream" of his.
And as the sole ruler of this "dream," he can communicate genuinely with "dream creatures" through Scarface.
Most importantly, this method of communication allows him to maintain a state almost as a "high-dimensional being," while gaining a clear insight into everything occurring in the dream world.
Such as Dragon Head's effort to "perform," attempting to win his trust.
[You did not lie to me, but neither did you tell the truth.]
"You did not lie to me, but neither did you tell the truth."
Almost uttering out Li Hao's inner thoughts, Scarface unknowingly formally enters the "priest" state.
Emptying his mind, freeing his soul…
Scarface's body surprisingly levitates into the air.
As if endowed by some invisible force, Scarface's body hovers right above Dragon Head at an almost overlooking angle.
"Indeed, your deepest desire is to escape this world on the brink of destruction."
"However, your wish to become my deputy is not because of this."
With Scarface's words, Dragon Head's expression changes drastically, reverting to an earlier state of terror.
Unfortunately, Li Hao pays no mind to his counterpart's changing expression and continues to speak.
"Your heart is full of selfishness and rebellion…"
"Even faced with your 'Creator,' you refuse to submit."
"How do you propose I should trust you?"
Admittedly, Dragon Head's face continuously shifts after Li Hao unveils its intent, yet ultimately reverts to its usual pride and defiance.
"Great Primordial Spirit, you actually have no choice."
"This world is about to be destroyed; you can only survive by following me!"
"After all, compared to the true gods, you have not even touched the threshold of the 'Ascension Ladder' and cannot survive this apocalyptic crisis!"
After a brief pause, the defiant Dragon Head raises its voice once more.
"Trust me, I have no malice towards the 'Primordial Spirit'!"
"I can lead you away from this world, and together we'll find a new world where you will become its Supreme God!"
"You only need to grant me 'Divine Authority' after that, so I can be your deputy across the All Heavens and Myriad Realms!"
Upon hearing this, Li Hao finally understands Dragon Head's ultimate goal - it wants to become a god!
Or more accurately, Dragon Head wishes to become a "God of the Human World," possessing divine power without the duties of a god.
Truth be told, Li Hao doesn't sense any malice from Dragon Head's words.
Because if Li Hao were indeed the true "Primordial Spirit," Dragon Head's suggestion could be considered a win-win strategy.
However, Li Hao is not that high and mighty "True God" who regards all things as expendable.
"No, I refuse."
With a detached gaze down at Dragon Head on the ground, Scarface's words are Li Hao's will.
"You are not qualified to become my deputy."
Strangely arrogant, Dragon Head appears somewhat angry.
This anger even emboldens it to meet Scarface's eyes directly.
If the time were turned back a million years, Dragon Head would undoubtedly shred Scarface without hesitation.
However, after a million years of imprisonment, Dragon Head understands the truth that "the majesty of the gods cannot be violated."
Especially as the thunderclouds and lightning intensifies up above.
Ultimately, Dragon Head wisely lowers its head, no longer daring to meet Scarface's eyes.
"Merciful Primordial Spirit, since you are unwilling to make me your deputy…"
"Then, will you forgive a humble mortal for the offense?"
"I harbor no malice towards you or your priest, from beginning to end without any malice."
This time, Li Hao indeed does not sense any deception from Dragon Head.
Due to the difference in life hierarchy, Dragon Head doesn't even know how to threaten Li Hao.
If not for that, given its rebellious nature, it would never concede so easily.
"You indeed have no malice…"
Dragon Head's face full of wild joy vanishes; Li Hao's next words successfully breach its defenses.
"Yet my priest saved you from the seal, and almost died from its backlash…"
"How do you plan to repay him?"
Raising its head again, Dragon Head stares dumbly at Scarface's expressionless face, feeling the words "almost died" have nothing to do with him.
"Great Primordial Spirit, look at me, I am now just a head, how else can I repay your priest?"
The resonant voice unmistakably mixes with thick helplessness.
Dragon Head realizes the "Primordial Spirit" before it seems craftier than imagined.
Is this truly a pure, merciful Primordial Spirit?
"Tell me everything you know."
"Not the superficial appearances, but the essence of this world."
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