Damn, I Have to Marry the Strongest Antagonist at the Start? - Chapter 371

Chapter 371: Chapter367-The Battle for Owen
“What’s our next move?”

The gathered individuals all looked eagerly at the leader of the Celestial God Palace.

Before this, they had never considered making an enemy of Owen.

However, for some unknown reason, a conflict had arisen between them. Now, they had no choice but to seek another way forward.

Under the intense gaze of the others, the leader of the Celestial God Palace, an elder known as the Tai Shang, felt a bit irritated.

Rubbing his aching temples, he glanced at the elder responsible for intelligence and asked:

“What about the other factions? What are their reactions?”

An elder wearing reading glasses stepped forward, adjusting his spectacles as he replied, “From the latest reports, the Saint of the Sky Eye Holy Clan has already set off with twelve Sky Knights. The Sky Eye God Clan has long been coveting Owen, so their target is clearly Owen.”

“As for the Wailing Mountain Range, there has been no movement yet. However, they are notorious for stirring up trouble and meddling in everything. It’s certain they will take action in this major affair, but we haven’t received any news from them yet!”

“Additionally, the young lady from the Alchemy Guild is offering one million mana stones for anyone who brings Owen alive to the guild!”

Hearing this, the Tai Shang’s brows furrowed deeply. The Sky Eye God Clan was a powerful, humanoid race with a unique and potent bloodline, known for their domineering actions.

He hadn’t expected that the Saint would lead the charge—truly a force to be reckoned with!

As for the Wailing Mountain Range, that was a mysterious entity he didn’t know much about.

Still, he didn’t believe they would just sit idly by in their mountains. Perhaps, they had already begun to act, though he wasn’t certain yet.

As for the Alchemy Guild, they were infamous for their wealth. The guild had its hands in almost every major trade in the Pure Land.

One million mana stones was a sum that would attract anyone, especially since the Alchemy Guild’s reputation was solid and trustworthy.

With these factions already making their moves, they were all targeting Owen!

“Owen’s voluntary entry into the Pure Land has really stirred up the competition. The pressure we’re facing is growing,” the Tai Shang thought, his worries mounting.

The other Celestial God Palace members looked at him, shocked.

“Really, Tai Shang? At this point, you’re still holding onto the old plan?”

“Tai Shang, we are at war with Owen and Leslie now, there’s no turning back…”

“We are still behind you, but not everyone in Celestial God Palace may agree with this,” they all expressed their doubts.

The Tai Shang looked at them and calmly replied, “What if we think of it another way?”

“Think another way?!”

The elders exchanged puzzled glances, not understanding.

The Tai Shang’s yellowed eyes sharpened as he continued, “Although I don’t know exactly what happened before, the grudge we now have with Owen could be the perfect opportunity to let that girl handle it!”

“That girl grew up under my watch. Her personality is cold, but she deeply admires strength. Owen is outstanding, and with his talent, she will most likely be moved!”

The elders stared at the Tai Shang in stunned silence.

“Tai Shang, what if she refuses?” one elder asked cautiously.

The Tai Shang shook his head. “She won’t refuse. Owen’s excellence has already attracted so many outstanding women.

Even if she doesn’t feel anything for him personally, her pride will compel her to take this proposal seriously.”

Hearing this, the elders instinctively nodded. The lord was extremely proud and always strived to be number one. The Tai Shang had a point.

Seeing their agreement, the Tai Shang continued, “Although we’ve come into conflict with Owen this time, it presents us with an opportunity to engage with him. But first, the most urgent task is to find the lord!”

The elders nodded in unison. Regardless of what happened, they needed to locate the lord, for her talent was seen as the future of Celestial God Palace.

The Tai Shang’s expression turned serious as he issued an order. “Immediately and at all costs, find the lord’s whereabouts!”

The elders nodded and dispersed, each using their own channels to search for the lord.

Meanwhile, after the voice of the God of Trickery, Loki, faded, Candice, Flora, and the lord of the Celestial God Palace watched Owen, who had just killed three black-robed Celestial Gods, with their eyes wide open. They were utterly shocked.

Although they knew Owen had wiped out the projections of three God Mark Celestial Gods, each projection possessed the strength of a normal Celestial God.

The loss of each projection would severely affect their original bodies. Yet, Owen had effortlessly obliterated them.

How far could Owen’s battle power go? It was terrifying beyond belief!

After a brief silence, Candice cleared her throat and spoke first, “Mr. Owen, we, from the Emerald Dreamscape, bear no grudge against you. We are here today solely to look for the lord’s whereabouts.”

“Lord was very curious and respectful toward you before. This incident today is truly a misunderstanding.”

Candice didn’t hold any animosity toward Owen, and the Emerald Dreamscape had no real issues with him.

After all, they only respected the strong. Additionally, while Lord and Loki were father and daughter, Lord didn’t care much for him.

Otherwise, she would have joined him long ago, instead of managing the Emerald Dreamscape here.

Owen looked at her, and his killing intent softened significantly.

He knew that the Emerald Dreamscape didn’t fully recognize Loki, but only acknowledged Ysera as their leader.

Candice had never made a move when the three Celestial Gods attacked, which spoke volumes.

Most importantly, Owen was still thinking about bringing the Emerald Dreamscape into his fold!

Seeing Owen’s softened gaze, Candice finally let out a sigh of relief. It seemed Owen didn’t harbor too much ill will toward the Emerald Dreamscape.

However, as Owen’s gaze shifted to Flora, it grew cold and sharp.

Flora was a calculating person. If not for her interference in the Skyline Gorge earlier today, Owen would have truly been forced into a corner!

The fact that she hadn’t acted during the previous battle was not because she admired him, but because she believed there was no need to.

After all, the three Celestial Gods, in her eyes, could never lose. She had used them as pawns.

From what Owen knew, Flora was extremely confident, almost to the point of narcissism.

In the Pure Land, she cared for no one but herself. The lives and safety of others never crossed her mind.

Turning his gaze fully to her, Owen smiled and asked, “Is this also a misunderstanding between us?”

Flora wasn’t nervous at all under Owen’s scrutiny. Instead, she walked up to him with an expression of exaggerated grievance.

“How dare you say that! You heartless man, do you remember what you did to me before?”

“Now you’re turning your back and blaming me?”

“Are you even a man? If you are, then take responsibility!”

Flora turned the tables, scolding Owen instead.

The Celestial God Palace lord was utterly stunned by this. He had always thought of the Wailing Mountain Range as cold-blooded and ruthless.

To see Flora now, boldly and unashamedly flirting with Owen, was a whole new experience for him.

He remembered that Flora had been chasing Owen down not long ago! And now, according to her, Owen had seduced her and needed to take responsibility?

“What’s wrong with what I said? Or are you going to deny it now?” Flora continued, locking her gaze on Owen.

Owen said nothing in response. He simply watched her, like an audience to a one-man show.

Flora, however, wasn’t embarrassed in the least.

Instead, she looked even more convinced, her eyes full of grievance, like a scorned woman who had been abandoned.

“So, what do you want me to do? Take you as my little wife?” Owen responded, raising an eyebrow.