Seeing the reaction of the Thundering Mephis, the Crownless actually felt a burst of joy in his heart, because battle maniacs like this usually had a one-track mind.
It wasn't that he intended to use the other party; at the very least, after his observation, whether it was the Thundering Mephis before him or the Inferno Rider…
The Crownless sincerely intended to… invite them to manage this kingdom belonging to Tacet Discords together.
"The Sentinel of Jinzhou has completely recovered, and coupled with the Rover, which has now appeared, although it is unclear why they haven't made a move against us…"
"If we do not plan carefully, the future of the Tacet Discords is already in imminent danger. As for the battles you yearn for, in the future, whether among the humans or the Tacet Discords… there will be opponents capable of satisfying your desire for a fight."
These words from the Crownless grasped the psychology of the Thundering Mephis perfectly. Since you want to fight, I will make a grand wish of battle for you.
Right now, there are plenty of Tacet Discords you can fight, some you can't beat, and even more powerful figures in the human camp… I'm not afraid of you liking to fight; I'm only afraid you won't be able to handle them all.
"Hmph. Speak then. What is your purpose in asking the two of us to meet?"
It was the Inferno Rider who thought a bit more deeply. Knowing that he couldn't refute the other party, he wanted to understand their objective.
As for his choice, while it was true that he was a Tacet Discord, deep within his heart… he still would not harm humans.
"Is my purpose not obvious?You saw the reward I obtained earlier, didn't you? Here, I wish to become sworn brothers with the two of you, as close as hands and feet, living and dying together."
"I hope the two of you can be of one heart and mind with me, first assisting me in taking control of all Tacet Discords in the Huanglong region. I wonder what my two virtuous brothers think of this?"
The Crownless's speech was quite skillful. First, he threw out the answer the Inferno Rider asked for.
Then, using the address of 'brothers' and the phrase 'living and dying together,' he pulled the relationship between the three closer.
Finally, he expressed his hope for their assistance, and the address shifted from 'brothers' to 'virtuous brothers.'
Under such a conversation, provided the Inferno Rider and Thundering Mephis didn't express very obvious opposition, they would eventually walk down the path the Crownless had carved out.
"Wanting to be my Big Brother is no problem, as long as you can beat me. Come on… let me see if you possess that strength."
Sure enough, the Thundering Mephis just needed a fight to start, whereas the Inferno Rider had much more to consider.
While the Inferno Rider was still in thought, the Thundering Mephis had already directly declared war on the Crownless.
"A battle with me? Being in this place, your chance of defeating me is zero."
"I promise you that outside of Norfall Barrens, you will still have a chance to challenge me, but for now… You should admit defeat first."
As soon as the Crownless's words fell, he flashed forward directly… a fierce punch that the speed-oriented Thundering Mephis didn't even have time to react to.
He was blasted flying directly, and the Havoc power contained within the Crownless's fist completely sealed the Thundering Mephis's Electro power dead tight.
"This power… You and I are both in the late Overlord Class, yet the gap is as wide as heaven and earth. So, is this the power of the Threnodian?"
Staggering as he stood up from the dust and smoke, the Thundering Mephis realized he couldn't dispel the Havoc energy entangled around his body.
He clearly understood what method the Crownless had used. After saying these words, he actually became well-behaved.
The Crownless had already held back; otherwise, just as the other party said, killing him here would have been simpler than anything.
Thus, he actually began to seriously consider what the Crownless had said earlier.
On one hand, it was due to the other party's charisma; on the other hand, naturally, he also coveted the Threnodian power before him.
"Indeed, it is, and you can also obtain such power."
"If in the past we would inevitably be controlled by the Threnodian, with the appearance of those golden auspicious clouds that day, after bathing in that golden light… Not only can the Threnodian no longer affect our state of mind, but conversely, we can absorb its power to become stronger."
The Crownless spread his hands, completely revealing his trump card, which simultaneously demonstrated his sincerity.
At this stage, if the Inferno Rider and Thundering Mephis still didn't appreciate the favor, then whatever happened next couldn't be blamed on him.
"Can I ask what your goal is after unifying the Tacet Discords?"
The Inferno Rider finally asked the doubt in his heart, and this would determine whether he would truly submit to the other party.
"Since Tacet Discords possess independent consciousness, then there should be a space in this world for Tacet Discords to survive."
"My goal is very simple: to build a kingdom where Tacet Discords can rest and recuperate, that is all. I am the King, so all Tacet Discords are naturally my subjects."
When the Crownless spoke the last sentence, he thoroughly revealed his domineering aura.
"One last question. Will you… attack the human nations?"
The Inferno Rider threw out another question, and this was indeed his final one.
Regardless of the answer the Crownless gave, he would give a corresponding response.
"I only want the Tacet Discords to have a living space of their own. As for invasion and war… I can promise you: If others don't mess with me, I won't mess with them.."
The Crownless's explanation was clear enough. Upon hearing it, the Inferno Rider said nothing more.
He immediately walked up to the Crownless and bowed his head in obeisance.
"Big Brother, this Inferno Rider vows to follow you to the death."
Seeing the Inferno Rider's reaction, the Crownless naturally knew the matter was settled.
Suppressing the joy in his heart, he hurriedly stepped forward and warmly helped him up.
"Virtuous brother, what are you saying? From now on, you and I are brothers, hands and feet. We should share blessings together… and face difficulties together."
While helping him up, the Crownless continued to use language to draw their relationship closer again.
He understood the Inferno Rider's abilities very well. Not only was his raw power no worse than the Thundering Mephis, but more importantly, the Inferno Rider knew how to think.
"Until I defeat you, my life is at your command… Big Brother."
At this moment, the Thundering Mephis on the side also came over to express that he had lost, and from today onwards, he recognized this Big Brother.
"Hahahaha… What are you saying, virtuous brother."
"Good Good Good. With the assistance of my two virtuous brothers, I believe all difficulties will be shattered by us together."
"Next, let us become sworn brothers under the witness of this War Threnodian's Remnant Core."
Beaming with joy, the Crownless finished speaking and immediately took out the Stick of Sworn Brotherhood incense he had obtained earlier.
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