"Is there a possibility that NPCs aren't competitors for players, but rather a part of the player's game experience? Would you find it strange if a Royal Guard in Stormwind City were Level 100?"

Youyou was stunned for a moment; even though he didn't understand which Stormwind City Luo Yan was referring to, he pondered and felt there was some truth to it.

Indeed, it's not appropriate to compare players with NPCs.

"But... I still feel like we're letting that guy off too easily."

Looking at the narrow-minded Youyou, Luo Yan casually said.

"There is a saying: 'Give him enough rope and he'll hang himself.' On the surface, it looks like we've spent a million Faith Value, but in reality, he has paid a greater price. As for us, as long as he diligently does his work, the Faith Value we've invested in him will quickly be recovered, and we'll even earn more."

As he said this, Luo Yan paused for a moment, then continued.

"Don't forget that his soul has already been branded by us. From the moment he became a Chosen One, he can no longer leave us."

Regardless of whether Youyou objected or not, the decision had already been made.

The Outpost Fortress on the Kao Planet is guarded by a Gold Level Beastman Warrior, and there are over a thousand players stationed there, so safety shouldn't be a major issue.

When the time comes, he will transfer a few more Magic Crystal Cannons over, including other wildly imagined weapons made by Life Professional Players.

If they still can't defend it, then there's nothing else he can do.

"...The arrangements for Kao Planet are now put to rest for the time being; next, we should resolve the problem in the Maze," abruptly ending the previous topic, Luo Yan walked towards the Transmission Room while speaking to Youyou who was floating beside him, "We can't deal with Chaos and Reggie Dragon's former subordinates at the same time."

Judging by Terrell's strength, those guys are at least Gold Level, perhaps even Platinum, but they shouldn't reach Diamond Level... after all, Reggie Dragon himself is only at Diamond Level.

To bluff a Platinum Level Demon, merely a Soul Upgrade is not enough, he has to prepare an even more extravagant stage—

He not only has to make them acknowledge his legitimate ruler status, but also make them believe he possesses strength not inferior to Reggie Dragon's!

Youyou, sensing what Luo Yan was thinking, whispered quietly on the side.

"Pretending to be a Diamond Level strong one... is such a thing really feasible?"

It wasn't trying to throw cold water on Lord Demon King, but at least in its view, it was too difficult.

Although Soul Level cannot be seen, strength can be tested.

For example, that Enchanting Demon called Lilith, with just a few simple physical contacts, was able to discern that Lord Demon King had already broken through Silver Level.

However, she was a Diamond Level Enchanting Demon, her sense of smell was far superior to others, and she also had no sense of personal boundaries, so using her as an example doesn't seem quite right.

Hearing Youyou's concerned remarks, Luo Yan just gave a faint smile.

"Did you forget what we got from Professor Adonia?"

Youyou was slightly taken aback, about to ask what use were those Magma Worms, but then suddenly thought of something and was thoroughly impressed.

"You truly deserve to be Lord Demon King! Such cunning deceit!"

"As long as you understand," Luo Yan briefly replied, then walked through the long corridor to a newly carved out cave entrance.

He knocked on the wooden door hanging on the cave wall, and soon heavy footsteps could be heard from behind the door, quickly followed by a minotaur-like creature emerging.

Upon seeing Luo Yan, Xino's face instantly revealed a look of surprise, as if seeing a savior, and he excitedly reached out and grasped Luo Yan's shoulders.

"Luo Yan! I'm innocent! You know that! I am more loyal to the Demon God than anyone! I am loyal!"

"Is that so?" Luo Yan said with a meaningful smile, "I seem to recall that not too long ago, a certain Horror Demon was questioning Lord Demon God's decision in front of me."

At these words, Xino instantly cowered, and awkwardly forced a smile.

"I... uh, that wasn't what I meant."

Luo Yan quietly pushed his hand away and spoke in a measured tone.

"Then what did you mean? Were you just bored and looking for a fight with me? If that's the case, it's no wonder that you've caught the attention of the Flame of Destruction."

Xino stumbled over his words for a while and ultimately couldn't muster a rebuttal, only managing to shamefully lower his head.

"Sorry, I've realized my mistake. I shouldn't have questioned Lord Demon God's decision, and certainly not you... You are undoubtedly the most appropriate Lord of the maze beneath Thunder County, the undoubted king of the Great Graveyard! I can swear before the Demon God Statue, I will forever relinquish my pursuit of this territory."

After this ordeal, he already had a psychological shadow over this place, and he finally realized that this hot potato of molten rock was not something he could handle.

Actually, if it wasn't for his grandfather's instigation, he wouldn't have insisted on trying to snatch back this territory.

Having only stayed here for a few days, he already couldn't stand the horrible conditions of this remote area, and was eager to return to Demon City immediately.

Luo Yan looked into his eyes and reminded him.

"You never had the right to claim the territory to begin with, not to mention that I've already won the duel."

"Yes... you won, you are the undisputed victor!" Xino nodded repetitively like pounding garlic, looking at him pleadingly, "I beg you to show mercy... Please, help me!"

Luo Yan watched him silently, without immediately nodding in agreement.

Youyou could see his Soul Level, and could also see that his soul was mixed with some unclean things.

Luo Yan knew what that was, because Miranda's soul had similar things on it... It was the mark left by Chaos.

The only difference being that Miranda had already overcome Chaos, suppressing its contamination.

While he had just been contaminated.

If he were to return to Demon City at this moment, he'd likely be taken away by the Truth Department the moment he landed.

On the contrary, if he could successfully suppress the contamination of Chaos, this ordeal might become an opportunity for him.

"...I can give you an opportunity, but you need to cooperate with me on some matters."

Hearing Luo Yan's response, Xino's face once again revealed a look of delight, and he hastily spoke.

"Just give your orders! As long as it's within my ability, I will put in my full effort to accomplish it!"

Observing Xino ensuring his full commitment, Luo Yan's face showed a meaningful smile.

"Then I'll be watching your performance."

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