The same gray-white soul space, the same sixteen illusory thrones.
The environment here has not changed much from the last time Natsume attended the parliament.
But there were far fewer people participating.
A total of only 9 elders were present.
Upper seat: Otsutsuki Xu style, Ming style, Sui style, Yan style, Rhombus style, and Que style.
Lower seat: Otsutsuki root style, Japanese style (Natsume), Qiong style.
Alternate seats: none
Natsume glanced at the [Elder Otsutsuki Qiong style] who was in the lower four seats.
Although this guy was in the [Underworld Realm], he and High Priest Yamo killed him in a sneak attack.
But as expected, he still left a backup plan for resurrection and regained his life.
But it can also be clearly felt.
His current soul strength is very weak, and even the projection looks quite dim, looking like it may collapse at any time.
He was probably resurrected not long ago and was very weak.
Relying on the power of the [Tower], I barely managed to project a shadow to participate in this meeting.
besides.
The soul states of Ming Shi, Sui Shi and Xuan Shi are not perfect either.
They could vaguely feel that the power of the [Evil God] had not yet been eradicated and was still eroding their souls.
But compared to the state of Qiong pose, it is much better.
I guess it's not a big problem.
certainly.
None of these guys are the point.
What Natsume cares about most is naturally Otsutsuki Kyoshi who is sitting in the chief position!
Due to the ambiguity of soul projection.
Natsume couldn't see Kyoshi's expression and demeanor at this moment at all.
But his intuition told him that Xu Shi seemed to be in a good mood?
…
Parliament officially convened.
Xu Shi looked around for a week, then smiled lightly and said:
"Only 9 elders were present."
"In just a few days, it seems that the losses have been considerable!"
"Tell me, what exactly happened..."
The other elders fell silent and looked at each other.
Don't even know how to speak.
Even the impetuous elder Otsutsuki Zengshi was unusually silent.
"how?"
"Now that things have happened, is there anything left to hide?"
"Elder Mingshi, let's get started."
"Tell me how you failed?"
Xu Shi looked at Ming Shi beside him and gave direct orders.
no way.
Elder Mingshi had no choice but to bite the bullet and explain, and once again described the whole process of the failure of his team's mission.
Of course, this time the description is more detailed and nuanced.
Finally, it also included his assessment of the strength of the [Evil God] and suggestions for follow-up countermeasures.
…
After listening, Xu Shi nodded slightly.
Not annoyed or angry.
After all, he has lived for hundreds of thousands of years, making him the oldest Otsutsuki [demigod].
What kind of strong winds and waves have you never seen?
Just the failure of the "God Killing Plan" was far from worth his fuss.
Instead, he commented very rationally and calmly.
"An ambush using the power of [supernova explosion]?"
"It's really hard to match..."
"That guy is indeed very cunning!"
"It's normal for you to be caught off guard..."
"The sudden transformation between hunter and prey is often the most vulnerable time and the easiest time to miss."
"Perennial victories have made you all slack off!"
Ming Shi was slightly shocked and immediately admitted his mistake:
"Yes, we were careless!"
"I will never make this mistake again next time!"
The elders Sui Shi and Xuan Shi on the side also hurriedly agreed and took the initiative to admit their mistake.
It can be seen that the majesty of the great elder Xu Shi is still deeply rooted in the hearts of every elder in the family.
"Why did that [Evil God] know about your raid in advance?"
"Elder Mingshi, do you have any guesses?"
Elder Mingshi was slightly startled and resisted the thought of looking at 'Japanese'.
and responded:
"It's most likely that the Moko clan informed us in advance, right?"
"According to battlefield intelligence, the Moko clan has indeed colluded with the [Evil God]."
"Not only were corpses gathered in large numbers on the main battlefield, but a small-scale sacrificial ceremony was also held."
"They are very suspicious..."
Xu Shi: "Sacrifice in advance? It is indeed possible that the message was leaked..."
"Elder Mingshi, have you ever written down the location of that star field?"
"It has been noted and the space buoy has been set up!"
"You can lock it accurately at any time."
Xu Shi nodded slightly:
"Very good, well done!"
"Since we have locked the position, this defeat is just a small episode."
"That star field is still there, and the new [Sacred Tree Garden] cannot escape..."
"Next time, Elder Mingshi will definitely be able to kill the [Evil God] and take back the [Artifact], right?"
Elder Mingshi immediately accepted the order and promised:
"We will definitely fulfill our mission!"
He knew very well that this was both forgiveness for the failure of their mission and also a last chance for them.
If it fails next time.
Whatever the reason.
I'm afraid I won't be able to keep my position as Elder Xi this time...
…
"It is indeed a pity that the three elders died."
"Let's try using the artifact [Inari Chaoji] later to see if we can reunite their souls and resurrect them, right?"
Xu Shi felt slightly sorry.
In hundreds of thousands of years, he has witnessed the birth and death of too many elders in his family...
Therefore, it is not that I feel sorry for the death of just three elders.
But for these three guys.
He consumed a lot of resources of the Otsutsuki clan, but in the end he died in such a careless and useless manner, which made him disgusted.
Meaningless waste and sacrifice are the greatest malice against the entire race!
certainly.
Naturally, he will not show his true feelings as he is old and mature.
For the sake of the unity of the entire [House Council], the resurrection attempt should be given on the surface.
As for whether it will succeed in the end?
Whether or not to really resurrect those three useless elders is another matter.
Ever since.
Xu Shi took another look at the elder Gen Shi who was sitting next to him, and directly ordered:
"If the [artifact] cannot be resurrected, then forget it."
"Get ready to start the selection of new elders..."
"Elder Genshi, you are responsible."
The latter immediately nodded in agreement:
"clear!"
…
Then, Xu Shi turned to look at Elder Ling Shi, who was sitting six seats above.
"Elder Lingshi?"
"exist!"
"Tell me, what did you do? How did Elder Nishi die?"
The latter's heart trembled and he didn't dare to hide it.
He immediately told everything about how he led Qiongshi and Nishi elders to secretly sneak into the [Underworld] in an attempt to seize the [Demon Soldier's Broken Body].
And the report was basically truthful, without any concealment or exaggeration.
Only in terms of motivation.
He slightly concealed his intention to monopolize the credit, thereby abandoning the point of being 'Japanese'.
After listening.
The other elders couldn't help but feel frightened and were greatly surprised.
What frightened them was not Lingshi's choice.
After all, seizing the [Demon Weapon] would be such a huge achievement and opportunity if it were placed in front of him.
There is a high probability that they will make the same choice and take the risk.
What really frightened them was the [God Becoming Ceremony] that [Zhenruo King] was secretly holding!
This is what worries them the most.
"Chief, then [Zhenruo King] he..."
Xu Shi shook his head slightly, seemingly not worried about this:
"Don't worry, we will discuss your Majesty's issue later."
"Ring-style elder, Qiong-style elder."
"On the other hand, have you realized your mistake?"
Ling style meal.
He no longer had the power to compete with Natsume before, so he immediately admitted his mistake and said:
"It's my fault that I failed!"
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