"How can the Divine Monarch, with his immense power, have fallen!"
The heavenly gods said repeatedly, "Old Heavenly God, you must be mistaken. Such rumors cannot be spread casually. If the Divine Monarch learns of this, we'll be in for trouble!"
"Would I spread such a thing carelessly!"
The Old Heavenly God stated directly, "It is absolutely true. After the battle with Ancestral Dragon, the Divine Monarch was severely injured. I didn't expect him to have been holding on, and now he has fallen!"
"Divine Monarch... Divine Monarch, has something really happened to him!"
Many heavenly gods were filled with unwillingness and immense grief.
In their hearts, Lu Fan was like a divine being, saving their divine race from peril.
But they never imagined he would depart so directly. Even when facing the powerful Ancestral Dragon, Lu Fan had no intention of avoiding battle. Why did such a thing happen today?
At this thought, their gazes sharpened, and their brows furrowed simultaneously.
Meanwhile, the Old Heavenly God spoke again, "I know you are all filled with grief and uncertainty, but what has happened has happened. There is no need for you to dwell on it too much!"
"Old Heavenly God, if it weren't for Divine Monarch Lu, our billions of divine beings would have become mere cannon fodder!"
One heavenly god said, "Why are you so calm? Divine Monarch Lu has fallen, yet you show no surprise or even a trace of sadness."
"This..."
The Old Heavenly God stood there, at a loss for words. The Immortal Venerable was also greatly aggrieved.
The many heavenly gods were bewildered and filled with suspicion.
Lu Fan was perfectly fine during the wine reception just now. How could something happen to him after returning? It was utterly perplexing.
"The Divine Race cannot be without a leader for a day. From now on, the Old Heavenly God shall assume the position of the Divine Race's Master!" – Su Dan Novel Network
The surrounding heavenly gods declared, their gazes becoming exceptionally serious. With Lu Fan now fallen, gaining the Old Heavenly God's favor would be an unparalleled grace for them.
"The Old Heavenly God is highly respected, and we are willing to elect the Old Heavenly God!"
Beneath the Investiture of the Gods Platform, countless heavenly gods and powerful beings spoke out, appearing exceptionally earnest.
"Since you all say so, I shall accept this burdensome task!" The Old Heavenly God nodded slightly, appearing righteous.
Within the entire Divine Race, there was no longer a Divine Monarch. He was now the being of the highest status.
Although many heavenly gods were confused, they dared not say much. After all, with the situation having reached this point, they could only let it unfold.
"Divine Monarch Lu was murdered by him. He is utterly unqualified to be the Master of our Divine Realm!"
Just then, a faint, indifferent voice rang out. Everyone looked to see what had happened.
Even the Old Heavenly God was bewildered. His gaze shifted to the Azure-robed Heavenly God, who was slowly approaching with imposing momentum.
"Qingyi, what nonsense are you spouting here!"
The Old Heavenly God said repeatedly, while also signaling to him with his eyes. If the divine race knew that Lu Fan was killed by them, they would have no standing within the Divine Race, and how could they face the divine race in the future.
"Old Heavenly God, why do you still pretend!"
The Azure-robed Heavenly God stated directly, "To become the Master of the Divine Realm, you would stop at nothing, even killing Divine Monarch Lu. At his celebration banquet, you poisoned him with the Divine Realm's ultimate poison, causing his divine power to dissipate, ultimately leading to his demise!"
Upon hearing this, the hearts of many divine beings sank into panic. If this were true, the matter was not as simple as it seemed.
"Qingyi!"
The Old Heavenly God's face turned ashen instantly. He gritted his teeth, his eyes filled with a chilling coldness.
He never expected to be betrayed, and this Qingyi seemed to have planned this long in advance, sending shivers down his spine.
"I am speaking the truth, and this is the evidence!"
The Azure-robed Heavenly God produced a Divine Image. In the image, the scene of the Old Heavenly God administering poison to Lu Fan was vividly displayed, causing everyone to sigh with emotion.
"It really is the Old Heavenly God. The Old Heavenly God actually did such a thing!"
Many present spoke out, their hearts filled with excitement. They never imagined that the Old Heavenly God would act this way, which deeply shook them.
Looking at the scenes, the Old Heavenly God's face also turned ashen. He never imagined he would be outmaneuvered, and so completely defenseless.
"Qingyi, why did you do this!" the Old Heavenly God said coldly. "This is all your scheme. You made me strike against the Divine Monarch, and now you are here acting the virtuous one!"
"Divine Monarch Lu bestowed immense grace upon the entire Divine Race. How could I allow you to harm him!"
With icy words, Qingyi stated directly, "This is merely your ambition to become the Master of the Divine Realm that led you to do such a thing!"
"Very well, very well. I truly underestimated you!"
His eyes glinting with coldness, the Old Heavenly God said sternly, "Even if you expose me, what of it? Do you think you can become the Master of this Divine Realm?"
"I have never had such an idea!" The Azure-robed Heavenly God shook his head and said, "However, those who betray the Divine Race will not die a good death!"
"Betray the Divine Race?"
The Old Heavenly God burst into laughter. "Are your words not laughable? The one who truly betrayed the Divine Race is likely you!"
"Old Heavenly God, why did you do this? Divine Monarch Lu is the strongest cornerstone of our Divine Race!"
Countless heavenly gods condemned him fiercely. "You doing such a thing is an abomination to heaven and an immeasurable disaster for our Divine Race!"
"Without Divine Monarch Lu, our Divine Race is still the ruler of all realms!"
The Old Heavenly God's voice was icy. "With me as the master of the Divine Realm, it can still prosper. If you are sensible, do not ask further questions, or do not blame me for being ruthless!"
Upon hearing this, the faces of the heavenly gods instantly turned grim. They had not expected the Old Heavenly God to be so direct, his words so chillingly cold, filling their hearts with displeasure.
Seeing that the heavenly gods dared not act rashly, Qingyi smiled and said, "Divine Monarch Lu bestowed great grace upon the Divine Race. Now that he has been framed and killed, and no one can seek justice for him, are we, the members of the Divine Race, not derelict in our duties!"
Upon hearing this, the expressions of the heavenly gods also shifted, and their hearts were filled with dissatisfaction.
Divine Monarch Lu was, in their hearts, the true leader of the Divine Race, the Master of the entire Divine Realm.
Now that he had been persecuted, how could they submit?
Although the Old Heavenly God's divine power was extremely strong, as long as they attacked together, with the combined might of the divine race, they need not worry too much.
"Qingyi, your eagerness to incite them against me shows you were well-prepared!" the Old Heavenly God said coldly. "But what good does that do? In the face of true strength, it is ultimately insignificant. Even if they all attack, what can they change?"
Upon hearing this, the hearts of the heavenly gods were filled with considerable anger.