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Facing Little Leslie's question, Owen nodded seriously and said,

"Little Leslie, your mother is far away right now, handling some important matters. Once everything is settled, she will naturally return!"

"When the time comes, I will take you into the God of Deities and find Leslie's whereabouts!"

Owen's words were firm and resolute.

Hearing this, Little Leslie finally smiled.

She knew that Daddy never lied.

He always kept his word—when he said something, he meant it.

So, it shouldn't be long before she could see Mommy again!

The Next Morning

After spending the night in Leslie's courtyard, Owen woke up early with Little Leslie.

As soon as he stepped out, he received reports that various divine beings had returned.

Not only were the descendants of Divine Mountain gathering, but also the remnants of Emerald Dreamscape and the forces now loyal to Azure Kingdom.

They had already gathered with serious expressions, demonstrating their precise military discipline.

Beyond them, the Alchemy Guild and other factions had also joined in.

They sought revenge for the God of Alchemy, as well as justice for themselves!

As various forces converged, all eyes turned toward Duke Charles' estate in Middle Earth.

Seeing Owen standing at the forefront, they felt as if they had found their pillar of strength.

Owen's expression was solemn as he scanned the gathered warriors.

This expedition against the Celestial was inevitable—but it was also incredibly dangerous.

One mistake, and they would all be wiped out.

As Owen's gaze passed over them, the warriors, in turn, looked toward him with reverence.

He had become their faith.

In unison, they raised their right hands to their chests, performing a knightly salute.

"Lord Owen!"

Their voices boomed across the battlefield, filled with determination and the resolve for a do-or-die battle.

Owen nodded at them.

These were his strongest forces—the elite army he and Leslie had carefully cultivated.

Even if he and Leslie were not around, this army would be strong enough to protect Azure Kingdom.

Now was the time to put them to the test.

The Kingdom's Reaction

As Owen's name echoed across the land, mages throughout Azure Kingdom turned their gazes toward Duke Charles' courtyard.

"Lord Owen just returned, and he's already leaving again?"

"Will we ever see him again after this?"

"No matter what happens, Lord Owen will emerge victorious!"

"Exactly! Even though this battle against the Celestial is full of dangers, Lord Owen is a man of miracles!"

Amidst the discussions, Owen glanced at some familiar faces from his past.

Though their appearances had not changed much, their eyes now carried deep reverence when looking at him.

Years ago, Owen had destroyed Azure Kingdom, then Pyrothrone Kingdom, creating one miracle after another.

He was still the same prodigious youth, only now even greater than before.

"Everyone, return to your lives. I will come back safely!"

"Wait for me!"

Though a heavy weight pressed on Owen's heart, his face remained calm as still water.

As the others watched him in awe, Princess Marry pouted.

"I know Owen is amazing, but aren't they overreacting?"

Arrival of the Great Powers

At this critical moment, the Moss Giants and other powerful beings also arrived from all corners of the world!

Alongside them came the Black Iron Dwarves and many others who wished to see Owen one last time before the battle.

They owed their survival to Owen.

If not for his protection, they would have perished long ago.

Their gratitude toward him ran deep.

Owen, however, did not enjoy such grand welcomes.

He simply took Little Leslie by the hand and left the estate.

At the same time, his voice echoed through the air, shaking the heavens.

"Everyone, this is our final chance."

"Victory or death!"

"Annihilate the Celestial!"

His words were powerful and stirring, igniting the fighting spirit of all present.

"Kill! Destroy the Celestial!"

With a thunderous battle cry, the warriors of the capital followed Owen, crossing the Celestial Bridge as they departed for war.

The rest of the kingdom, unable to fight due to lack of strength, could only cheer them on from afar.

"Lord Owen! You will succeed!"

"A man who creates miracles will always achieve the impossible!"

Their voices resounded across the heavens.

Owen's gaze hardened, and he whispered to himself,

"Leslie, this time… I will bring you home!"

The Celestial's Stronghold

Deep within the God of Deities, as Owen's army began its march, the Celestial also started to move.

All those loyal to the Celestial felt a great disturbance, immediately gathering in the deepest part of the Celestial's domain.

This place was shrouded in mist, where neither the heavens nor the earth could be seen.

Amidst the clouds and fog, a colossal tower of [Order] stood tall.

Only by reaching its core could one witness the true Celestial.

However, whether due to its battle with the Old One or due to internal instability, a sense of doom loomed over the Celestial.

Many felt that the Celestial was on the verge of collapse!

If the Celestial truly fell, then whoever reached the top of the [Order] Tower would automatically become the new Celestial.

This was not unusual.

But with the defeated Old One still alive, and with new challengers emerging, everyone was eager to see—

Who had the audacity to climb the tower and seize the Celestial's throne?

As confusion spread among the Celestial's ranks, a wave of madness erupted.

An army surged into the God of Deities, launching a full-scale attack!

It was the forces led by Lord of Stars and War Goddess!

They had arrived first, shaking the battlefield.

At the same time, freed from the Celestial's suppression, many warriors unleashed their hidden powers, breaking free of their restraints.

They had always been formidable, but the Celestial's previous victories had made them seem weak.

Anyone who underestimated them would pay the price.

With the Celestial's shackles removed, their true power surged—

Their skin turned crimson, their bodies radiating an aura of bloodthirsty insanity!

They had activated their forbidden techniques.

The army split into two divisions—

One to fight the Celestial head-on, and the other to rally elite forces for an all-out assault!

Even if they perished, they would not allow the Celestial to rule as the ultimate power!

Knowing the Celestial's strength, the Fire God, Trickster Lord, and Soul Beast joined forces to prevent the Celestial from ascending to godhood.

Meanwhile, Venus and War Goddess took advantage of the chaos, infiltrating the Celestial's palace to find a way to free the God of Light.

The God of Light was an ancient and formidable deity.

If they could secure his aid, it would boost morale and greatly strengthen their forces.

With renewed determination, the Fire God and others charged toward the [Order] Tower, their battle cries shaking the heavens!

Explosions rippled through the tower, chaos erupting on an unimaginable scale!

An Ambush in the Palace

As Venus and War Goddess reached the Celestial's palace, they suddenly sensed the presence of the God of Light.

Though faint, it was undeniably real!

Their eyes lit up with excitement.

The God of Light was a symbol of faith, one of the oldest beings in existence.

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But just as they locked onto his presence, an overwhelmingly powerful aura suddenly surged toward them.

Before Venus could react, a blinding array of symbols materialized in the air, unleashing attacks that shattered space itself—

Targeting Venus and War Goddess!

Sensing the imminent danger, War Goddess reacted instantly, deflecting the terrifying strike.

As the attack dissipated, they turned their gazes toward their assailants—

A group of mages, each exuding immense power.

Together, they were comparable to a Primordial God!