Strongest Mage with the Lust system

Luman's gaze swept across everyone, briefly stopping on Barren before finally settling on the Quasi-Supreme.

A moment later, he frowned, a hint of caution appearing in his heart.

Even though this Quasi-Supreme was significantly weaker than the weakest Quasi-Supreme he had seen in Terron, he was still not something he, a peak Monarch—no matter how strong he might be—could deal with.

Even if he wouldn't die if they fought, he still would be at a disadvantage and might even suffer crippling injuries.

He dipped his head in respect for his strength before turning his gaze over to Barren, the apparent leader of the group.

The Quasi-Supreme, Barren, and others revealed a hint of surprise when they saw this—they hadn't expected him to be so… polite?

Maybe he really has some reasonable proposition for us? They thought and waited for him to speak.

"I heard you've torn open the spatial tunnel to the outside world. We would like to use it. In return, we'll take a few of your people with us and make sure they aren't bullied and don't die in the hands of those extremist factions." Luman proposed.

Barren's and others' faces fell when they heard him.

[Sure enough, those people won't treat us kindly when we go there.] One of the monarchs said through divine sense transmission, his expression ugly.

Did those people really want them to stay confined forever?

Others' expressions were no better.

Seeing everyone stay silent, the Quasi-Supreme glanced at Barren, who nodded and said through divine transmission,

[There is no use in feeling indignant or worrying too much. What we should do is think about how we can make sure we don't die upon stepping out of this place and can build ourselves there.]

Saying this, he paused to ensure he had everyone's attention before continuing.

[Right now, we have one such opportunity in front of us. If he is really trustworthy, which I feel he should be, I think it would be better to agree to his terms.]

The monarchs contemplated for a few moments before one of them asked, [Can we use the spatial tunnel as much as we want? Or would it close after using it for some time?]

[We can use it indefinitely as long as we have someone here to keep it stable.] Barren answered. But then his expression turned solemn as he added,

[However, because it is taking the grand sealing formation's energy to function, the Seals are getting less energy than usual. Although the amount it is using shouldn't cause any immediate problems, it is definitely weakening the Seals'.]

Everyone grew solemn at his words. Although they hated the outsiders for forcing them to stay in this prison, they didn't wish to see the devils they had heard about in stories break out and cause chaos.

The Quasi-Supreme, the Ruth family's ancestor, spoke at this moment, [We can't just not use it. So, we should try to go out there, find a way to ensure our survival like Barren said, become stronger, and then find another, more sustainable way for transportation.]

Barren and others nodded in agreement.

[So, let's make a deal with him, no?] Barren asked. After everyone agreed, he turned toward Luman and asked,

"Before we talk about everything else, can you tell us how you planned to return if we hadn't opened the spatial tunnel?"

Swish!

Luman directly took out a thin black crystal with tiny inscriptions.

Barren's eyes shone brightly when he saw it—he could feel the spatial energy contained within it.

"This is a Space Rending Talisman. This can cut open a temporary spatial tear, which we were going to use to leave this place." Luman explained.

"How many of these do you have?" Barren asked,

"Eleven," Luman answered, and before Barren could speak, he added, "However, these are very precious. If you ask for them, the most we can give you is three."

Barren bit back his words.

Then after thinking for a moment, he nodded and said, "You have our gratitude for that. Now, let's talk about your offer."

After discussing it for a few minutes, they finally reached an agreement.

They would allow them to use the spatial tunnel, and in return, they would take eight people with them and provide protection for some time, regardless of whether they choose to join Luman's family or not.

Not long after they reached the deal, eight people—seven from the seven founding families of the central plains alliance and one from the elven race—all peak Monarchs—stood in front of the spatial tunnel in the underground palace with Luman's group.

"You all ready?" Luman asked the eight, who nodded.

Then under Barren and others' gazes, they jumped into the spatial tunnel one by one and disappeared from the place. Luman was the last to go in. Before going in, he looked at Barren and threw a golden emblem toward him.

"If you can't find a safe place to stay and develop after coming to the other side, come to my Domain Emperor Family."

Barren caught the emblem and nodded.

Zoop~!

Luman turned around and stepped into the tunnel, vanishing instantly.

…

In Ninam City, Max suddenly frowned and opened his eyes.

"What was that?" He murmured in confusion.

Even after thinking for a long while, he didn't understand just what he had felt. So, he closed his eyes again and resumed cultivation.

…

Lily and Sera were anxiously pacing around in Wyomin's chamber, chewing their lips in worry.

"How are we going to tell him about it?" Sera muttered, "He would definitely get angry."

Lily nodded in agreement.

Rose and Wyomin were sitting on the plush sofa, watching the young ladies.

When Rose heard her, she scoffed, "What are you so worried about? It was not your fault she was taken away, nor could you have done anything to stop them."

Lily looked at her master with an exasperated look on her face. She was a great woman, but when it came to emotions, she was really... dense.

Shouldn't she be able to see they were not worried about Max getting angry at them?

"What? Did I say anything wrong?" Rose asked when she saw her expression.

Wyomin gave her a sidelong glance and said, "Lady Rose, how about you let them be for a while?"

Rose stared at her with narrowed eyes before glancing at Lily and Sera. She then sighed and closed her eyes.

"Alright. Have it your way."