Chapter 1606 Conditions Of The Duel

Chapter 1606 Conditions Of The Duel

"Such a fine synthetic world is not what I expected." Aphosis, who looked to be a young boy less than ten years old, said with a plain expression.

Varian tried not to show any nervousness at hosting a formidable rank 2 in his guest palace. Ne/w novel chapters are published at novelhall.com

But he must've tried too hard or Aphosis was just too discerning as the latter shook his head.

"No need to fret. This place is certainly special...and you even sealed off some things from my perception. I can break the seal but am not making any effort to do so.

Such actions will turn you hostile toward me and put my life at risk when you reach rank 2 after defeating Immortal."

"..."

"You are a very petty person. I do not want to negate the cooperative spirit of our agreement for a Synthetic World, no matter how special it is. They're more or less the same. Great for a lot of things but ultimately lacking for a true powerhouse of my level."

Varian sighed inwardly. Thankfully, Boo was taking care of the slumbering Oob since the beginning through a variety of and didn't even see him since his return.

But if the little ghost was here, it'd definitely argue and brag about Hortus' greatness, inviting a lot of trouble.

"I'm petty but it doesn't mean I'd like to be told that in my face." Varian sipped coffee and smacked his lips. "You lot really lack enjoyment in life. Appreciating a small pleasures in life makes it a lot more colorful."

"It is a meaningless endeavor when you can simulate the taste on your tongue without ever having to drink it. The taste receptors have evolved to push an organism to eat, it's a puny trick of biology to dictate your actions. Even most mortal rankers still remain under its contro—"

Varian waved his hand, declaring his intention to stop the speech before it could go any further.

'Dude, I was just saying, why do you have to be so rigorous about it?'

"Why are you here? No, let met ask, why are you here first?"

Aphosis raised his index finger and Varian felt the item given by the Nexian powerhouse in his posession vibrate.

"What do you think about the fight? I can win Immortal, right?"

"I do not have the relevant information to make a proper estimate." Aphosis shook his head before leaning back into his chair. "But what I can tell is that Immortal is a unique being throughout creation. It is born from the power of slivers themselves as well as the intent of Yami and Keman.

The compatibility Immortal has with the slivers is beyond my guess. A thousand years are too short to have any meaningful progress in divine ranks. But pre-divine strength with slivers? Immortal should not be underestimated."

Varian exhaled deeply and nodded. He's confident he'd win. The rumors said 25%, he prepared for 50%.

Aphosis tilted his head slightly, almost in a mechanical fasion and asked. "What do you think about the battle? Do you foresee your defeat and want Nexus to intercede? Or try to extend the date of battle, though it's highly risky at this point and might lead to full-sclae conflict?"

"Nah, I'd win." Varian said with confidence.

"I see. Instead of letting them find you, allowing for a possibility of not honoring the agreement, I will invite them over to the core of Nexus. Your battle will commence there. I considered sealing off the space but since you have the power of space, I shall not do that.

We will cover the entire Alliance's area, stopping any third party from intervening in the battle.

But do not break into the enemy's territory or even the region in between. The information regarding Immortal and you have not spread in the Jai Empire. Making them aware of the trump cards for dealing with the God Emperor would be a foolish and suicidal move."

Varian nodded in gratitude. The arrangements were done in his favor and in consideration of his safety.

If Immortal just barged into Hortus with a bunch of rank 2s without honoring the agreement, there'd be nothing he could do.

This way, at least, he'd have a fair match. Winning or losing would depend sorely on his abilities.

"Any divine ranking treasures would be barred from the battle, to avoid unfairness." Aphosis said. "Moreover, any move made by the divine ranker could be sensed by the powerhouses in Jai. It could become needlessly complicated."

"Uh-oh."

"I'll call you in an hour after making the proper arrangements. Finish whatever affairs you have and prepare yourself.

If Immortal or any divine rankers appear, the defense I left around this Synthetic World will activate." Aphosis stood up and was about to leave.

But just before that, he glanced at Varian with a curious gaze. "Why did you disappear for a thousand years though? What happened in God's Eye?"