Re-Awakening: I Became a Pay To Win Boss Monster-Chapter 759: In Favor
The Dragon Gods seemed oddly alert at her words, but even so, they began sitting down by the table one by one, until eventually only Rain, his wife, and Indra’s wife were left standing.
They appeared like outcasts at a glance, since they were the ones who had started the fight.
Basically, they were now easy targets after seeing how easily Indra was defeated.
Though Rael could tell he wasn’t really dead, as his consciousness was somehow stored inside that ear.
Whether he would regenerate or not, that much Rael didn’t know.
Regardless of that, everyone eventually sat down at the table, and as for Rael and Nyx, the two of them decided to just lean against one of the only remaining pillars and watch everything with interest.
Though... the talks didn’t seem that interesting.
"I’m happy you all made it here today. Especially you, Avarice, the Dragon God of Lightning. You were one of my heroes growing up," Victoria said with a smile.
Avarice seemed like an ordinary silver-haired old man.
Though he also seemed the strongest out of all the Dragon Gods, and definitely much more mature, as he simply nodded at Victoria’s remark and flashed her a smile.
"I’m glad I was able to inspire a new generation of Dragon Gods."
Definitely too laid back.
"Lady Wisdom too," Victoria said, turning toward a blue-haired woman who seemed to have more authority than her husband.
She smiled back as well, without saying a word.
And last but not least...
"Uncle Johan." Victoria nodded at the final bulky man without much thought.
Just from observation alone, Rael could tell that she didn’t like him much.
But it wasn’t really hatred, more like distaste.
Perhaps he was just a shit person.
Either way, Johan didn’t show much emotion as he simply scoffed and turned away from her.
Now then...
"I’m happy that you all came here today, because had you not come, I would’ve invited you all in a little less than a week. After all, with me now having a Grade 10 husband, I believe it’s time you considered making us Dragon Gods as well." 𝕗𝗿𝕖𝐞𝐰𝗲𝕓𝐧𝕠𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝐨𝚖
She glanced over to Astaroth, who soon took over.
"Indeed. As I’ve already shown, I’m much more powerful than some of you. Not only that, I am an Ancient Soulfire Dragon. The last of my kind, and someone who partially respects the dragon race. That means I don’t have any intentions to betray this race ever, unless some of you decide to retaliate after the fact."
Damn.
It was Rael’s first time seeing Astaroth speak all prim and proper.
He would love to tease him, but... his maturity held him back.
For a brief moment, there was only silence.
That was until Lady Wisdom spoke up.
"Would you consider yourselves worthy? Or do you believe that power is all there is to it?"
"I—"
"I’m not finished," she interjected with a smile, then turned to Victoria.
"Do you believe your name and race are enough to gain the acknowledgement we seek? Simply put... Do you think that just because you carry the Fate Dragon race, that gives you respect, not fear?"
Victoria fell into thought for a moment, then responded.
"I may be a relatively new Dragon King, but that doesn’t mean I don’t have achievements. I have personally helped over 100 dragon tribes and earned their respect. So to answer your question, no. I don’t rely on my race to make up for my shortcomings."
She smiled.
"That’s because I don’t have any shortcomings."
Lady Wisdom’s expression shifted slightly.
Just then, Astaroth spoke up, finishing his earlier thought.
"I don’t understand why you’re making it seem like power is not everything. If you don’t have power, someone more powerful than you can take everything you own one day. Even you, as powerful as you might seem, would probably not believe that someone like him..."
He suddenly pointed at Rael, making him flinch slightly.
"This boy would be able to rip your head clean off, and he’s not even a Dragon King. Oh, before we proceed further with all of this nonsense, I’d like to say that he’s also intending to become a Dragon God today, so choose your words wisely."
At Astaroth’s unrelenting praise, Rael could only smile and wave at the Dragon Gods who stared at him with puzzled looks.
Though praise or not... Astaroth wasn’t exactly wrong.
He could cast one Heavenly Slash and kill every single dragon in this world.
It didn’t matter if that dragon was a Dragon God or not.
Even so, the conversation didn’t linger on Rael, as Lady Wisdom snapped her fingers, causing a bouquet of flowers to suddenly appear on the table.
With a single push, the flowers slid over to Victoria.
"Since I see your determination, and I’ve already done my research before coming here, I’m voting in your favor. I hope that you two join us as Dragon Gods today."
Uncle Johan slammed his hand down on the table.
"Since when are we no longer doing ceremonies, hm? If we could elect a Dragon God at a fucking dinner table, don’t you think I’d have made my nephew a Dragon God like a year ago?"
A powerful pressure suddenly enveloped the whole table, belonging to Avarice.
"I’d appreciate it if you didn’t use profanities at this so-called ’dinner table.’ That is, unless you wish to speak with me personally after this is all done."
Johan flinched and turned away with a humph.
That managed to calm down the table a little.
And so, Victoria reached over and grabbed the bouquet of flowers.
She split the bouquet in half and handed the other half to Astaroth, who accepted it.
With that, Victoria said:
"I appreciate your support. I won’t forget it, Lady Wisdom."
"You can just call me Marie," she replied with a chuckle. "Between a Dragon God and an up-and-coming Dragon God, there doesn’t need to be any formalities."
"Haha..."
Victoria exchanged a glance with Astaroth, then smiled at Lady Wisdom.
"Alright, Marie."
