After the words of Life fell, the scene instantly quieted down, as if this issue had never been considered before.

The Arbitrator also retreated to the side with a submissive demeanor, secretly observing.

He wasn't there to act as a spy for Lu Ce; he was simply a bit curious and wanted to see which god Sin would face next.

After all, the last time Knowledge stepped forward, he was exceptionally confident, as if he could casually end this extraordinarily powerful anomaly jumping around among humans.

At that time, the Arbitrator actually thought the same.

But now, he was exceptionally conflicted. On one hand, he actually somewhat wanted to use that god's hand to directly eliminate Sin.

On the other hand, he wasn't entirely sure if Sin could die at this moment, or if he would bite back when dying.

Meanwhile, the silence didn't last too long. Pleasure was the first to speak.

"Haha, why is no one talking? Could it be that after Knowledge's defeat last time, no one dares to take over now?"

As if he couldn't speak properly, his opening words were a deliberate group taunt.

"But that's just fine. Why not let me do it then?"

After Pleasure finished speaking with a laugh, the Arbitrator beside him slightly furrowed his brows and spoke.

"But... it seems you already have your own player to deal with, right? That person called Blank seems quite capable too."

"Tsk, is it really that troublesome?" Pleasure frowned in dissatisfaction.

"The game format used with her last time probably can't be used again. If used again, I'm afraid each of you will start snarling at me."

"She's a bit boring. Sin is more fun. I've discovered that lass only shows a bit of amusement when she's with Sin."

As he spoke, he looked at the Arbitrator.

"Let's settle it like this. But, starting from the next game, there must be clear standards for victory and defeat. Situations like the one with Knowledge last time cannot happen again."

The Arbitrator was a bit at a loss for words. Honestly, he didn't want to officiate the match between Sin and Pleasure.

A game between two madmen was far too difficult to adjudicate.

"Wait a moment, aren't you getting a bit too excited, Pleasure? When did that guy become yours?"

Suddenly, Life spoke.

"Indeed, I just didn't have time to speak earlier."

On the other side, War's voice, carrying a metallic quality and brimming with killing intent, spoke.

"This person is mine. I've had my eye on him for a long time. There's no discussion on this matter!"

The atmosphere in this giant palace-like space instantly grew tense. The gods were actually starting to fight over a person, as if Sin was some unique, coveted prize.

The Arbitrator watched, dumbfounded. He didn't quite understand. What was there to fight over?

This wasn't about choosing a successor! This was about selecting the appropriate person to eliminate him, to ensure humanity could be directly annihilated in the next game.

Did these guys have some obsession with securing the first kill on him?

Just as he was thinking this, Death suddenly spoke as well.

"Everyone, stop arguing. You've made the Arbitrator unsure of what to say."

Arbitrator: ?

"Since the participants for the last god-player wager have already been decided, those of you with assigned opponents shouldn't join the fray."

"If you all want to personally kill him so badly, why not listen to my suggestion..."𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

......

In the Dragon Group's basement, after Lu Ce was sent away by Xie Antong, everyone present was trying the method of fusing with Divine Power: Role-Play Assimilation.

This was also Nie Jiu Tian's intention. After all, with him, the Dragon Group's number one, present, he could somewhat control the direction if these top players lost control.

Ding!

Right at that moment, the Game's notification tone rang in everyone's mind, causing them all to jolt in unison.

Subsequently, their expressions all began to turn somewhat complex.

"To all the Chosen, the countdown to the next game's start: 48:00:00."

"Due to many players achieving victory in the last god-player wager, this will again be a special mode."

"Please choose whether to become a Player or a Spectator."

"As for the players participating in the god-player wager games, you will automatically join the game after it starts. Please be mentally prepared."

A heavy, oppressive atmosphere settled in the basement.

After truly coming into contact with the Divine Power within their bodies, all of them experienced a noticeable increase in strength.

Yet, no one was happy.

That feeling of a firefly competing with the bright moon made it sound like a death knell was tolling for them.

After remaining silent for a long while, Xie Antong finally spoke again.

"Everyone, since things have come to this, then... let's be prepared."

"The method to enhance strength has been shared. At the very least, at the final critical moment, we all still have a chance to fight for our lives."

"The gods are strong. Encouraging words feel somewhat hollow. In two days, let's... march together towards the Yellow Springs!"

As he spoke, he picked up a bowl of wine that had been poured beside him and drank it down in one gulp.

The other players did the same. As long as they weren't prohibited from drinking due to religious beliefs, they all drank it down in one go.

This wine had been poured earlier by the Grand Elder. Just moments ago, they didn't feel this ritual held much meaning, but now drinking it, there was indeed a tragic, heroic feeling that needed no further words.

Nie Jiu Tian also stood up and spoke.

"After finishing the wine, I won't keep you all in my humble place any longer."

"There's nothing too fearsome about the gods. After all, 'Sin' has already proven it—They can die too, right?"

"Two days... everyone, please return home as soon as possible."

No one said much more. Silently, they put down their bowls, nodded respectfully towards the Grand Elder, and began walking out.

After exiting, Dragon Group personnel were at the door to guide them, leading them out of the maze-like underground nuclear rooms towards the location of the helicopters outside.

By the time almost everyone had left, just as Xie Antong was thinking about whether to go home or directly find Lu Ce, a voice suddenly sounded behind her.

"Blank."

Xie Antong turned around and found Chiyo Eine standing behind her.

"Can you use your ability to give me a lift?"

Xie Antong: ...

"Where do you want to go? I can only go to places I know, with clear locations."

Chiyo Eine smiled radiantly.

"We first met in Tokyo, right?"

"I still remember the street where we fought when we first met, right next to the Tokyo TV Tower."

"Do you remember?"