Chapter 3024: 992-2

Thus, for the series of events that were sparked at that time, which ultimately compelled the Divine Kings to risk executing those plans, Zhou Tian certainly did not have a favorable impression of them. The current situation was due to the formidable power represented by that group of Divine Kings. If a conflict were to truly erupt between the two sides, Zhou Tian lacked confidence in achieving victory at that moment. Therefore, even though he found that group of Divine Kings quite displeasing, Zhou Tian refrained from any action.

However, despite currently being wary of the Divine Kings’ power, Zhou Tian’s attitude towards them would not change. Consequently, as he prepared to depart, Zhou Tian let out such harsh words.

And evidently, when those Divine Kings heard Zhou Tian’s words, their expressions indeed turned quite unsightly.

If those Divine Kings did not know Zhou Tian at all and had never interacted with him, it would be fine; they would likely hear Zhou Tian’s words as nothing but passing remarks, not truly taking his threat to heart. After all, none of them were weaklings at that time, and being challenged was aimed at their entire group, not just a single member. Given the power and stature of that group of Divine Kings, they likely wouldn’t consider Zhou Tian’s words significant. Because in the hearts of that group of Divine Kings, their strength was not something ordinary enemies could threaten their safety with.

But Zhou Tian was different. Based on past experiences, that group of Divine Kings was very clear in their understanding that Zhou Tian was different from those enemies they knew. Although Zhou Tian’s strength fluctuated, when unrestrained, he definitely surpassed any of them. Especially within the Abyss World, Zhou Tian was equivalent to a powerhouse of the Divine Emperor level. Thus, with that kind of power, though he might not have enough confidence to deal with those gathered Divine Kings, if they were to engage in single combat, none of those Divine Kings would have confidence in themselves.

Could that group of Divine Kings remain together forever?

Obviously, that was impossible, for each of those Divine Kings had their own lives to live, and there were many internal disagreements within the group. Thus, given that situation, it might be possible for them to unite temporarily against Zhou Tian, but to always live together in order to guard against Zhou Tian, considering the circumstances of that group of Divine Kings, it can be said there would never be a day when such thinking would be realized.

Therefore, as the group of Divine Kings could not always live together, and they had no guarantee of winning alone against Zhou Tian, in that situation, it would be strange if those Divine Kings were not a bit afraid of Zhou Tian. Due to their fear of Zhou Tian, their reaction was so large when they heard Zhou Tian’s words.

Even though at that moment the group of Divine Kings had the strength to detain Zhou Tian, while they feared Zhou Tian’s future retaliation, they dared not take action.

Firstly, because the Divine Realm’s consciousness did not support their actions at the time, in that situation, even if those Divine Kings wanted to detain Zhou Tian, judging from the current circumstances, closing Zhou Tian’s Spatial Passage would likely be impossible. Undoubtedly, given that Zhou Tian had already opened the Spatial Passage, at that moment, if he wished to leave, it seemed those Divine Kings could never detain him.

Secondly, even if Zhou Tian truly decided not to leave, it’s unlikely any of those Divine Kings would wish to go all out against Zhou Tian. Not due to any other reason, but just because Zhou Tian’s power was too formidable. Even with the combined power of those Divine Kings capable of killing Zhou Tian, they would inevitably pay a corresponding cost when killing him. In that situation, there would definitely be casualties.

Undoubtedly nobody hoped to become the one sacrificed. Thus, when confronting Zhou Tian, holding back was inevitable. Finally, they hoped other Divine Kings would fight hard to eliminate Zhou Tian while they themselves did not exert much effort. Thus, in that situation, even the Divine Kings did not possess the resolve for a life-or-death battle, so how could they attack Zhou Tian?

Hence, although both the Divine Realm’s consciousness and those Divine Kings wished for Zhou Tian’s death, when faced with that position, none dared truly act.

However, even though none of those Divine Kings at that time had the courage to take action against Zhou Tian, after Zhou Tian made such remarks, the group of Divine Kings would surely remember. Without an opportunity, they might refrain from acting due to consideration of Zhou Tian’s power, but if Zhou Tian ever showed a weakness, it’s likely that those Divine Kings would immediately rush to trouble him in his weakest moment.

No doubt, should such a scenario genuinely unfold, Zhou Tian’s situation would certainly not be good. If mismanaged, Zhou Tian could even fall into the hands of those Divine Kings.

Indeed, given the circumstances at that time, Zhou Tian originally had no need to provoke such trouble. After all, neither the Divine Realm’s consciousness nor the group of Divine Kings had the intention of obstructing him anymore. In that situation, Zhou Tian needed only to leave, as there was truly no necessity to provoke those Divine Kings further.

Yet, Zhou Tian chose to act as he did; though it seemed like he invited trouble upon himself, his actions had underlying motives that were not immediately apparent, serving some hidden purposes.

It appeared that Zhou Tian’s provocation of those Divine Kings might alert them, potentially causing them to act against him in the future due to this maneuver today. However, despite seeming unwise, Zhou Tian’s approach could not be deemed excellent but certainly not poor either.

A simple reason explained it: firstly, even if Zhou Tian refrained from acting in that manner, would those Divine Kings simply not resent him and let him go when Zhou Tian fell into misfortune in the future?

Clearly, that was impossible. It’s not just because Zhou Tian and those Divine Kings already bore grudges; even without enmity, if a strong figure falls into misfortune, those Divine Kings would never miss a chance to exploit that. Thus, regardless of whether Zhou Tian took such actions, should he fall into misfortune in the future, he would still inevitably attract the attention of that group of Divine Kings.

Therefore, since there’s no way to avoid it, instead of doing nothing, Zhou Tian might prefer to ignite the conflict now.

Zhou Tian’s mindset was simple: just as those Divine Kings could never forgive him, Zhou Tian did not want to let them go either. Unless there were no opportunities, otherwise, if any Divine King exposed weakness or there was merely an opportune moment, Zhou Tian would undoubtedly eliminate them.

It’s irrelevant to today’s matter; simply because that group of Divine Kings had become Zhou Tian’s enemies, it already justified Zhou Tian having enough reason to take action. Although the Divine Kings’ power was lesser than his, they certainly weren’t weak, and if such enemies couldn’t be dealt with, they would eventually pose a threat to his safety. Thus, given that situation, to ensure his safety, Zhou Tian certainly had reason to dispose of them.

Unfortunately, clearly, Zhou Tian actually lacked many opportunities to deal with those Divine Kings. (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to vote for it on Qidian (qidian.com) with recommendation votes or monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please read at m.qidian.com.)