cunning in his eyes.Behind him followed two elderly men in black. Although their demeanor appeared calm, the aura emanating from their bodies was extraordinary, unmistakably that of cultivators at th..."I see." Ye Bufan nodded, then asked, "Then what does your Peilan family rely on to be ranked as one of the three great families alongside these two Surely you have extraordinary strength"

The PeiLan family is a well-established family in the Imperial Capital of the Federation. The former head followed Saint Laurent, conquering the world, and under the blessing of their ancestors, they remain powerful to this day.

However, our family's strength is more apparent in economic power, far inferior in military might to the two great families backed by the Divine Court and the Black Wizard Alliance.

To stand among the three major families these years, it was precisely about surviving in the cracks between two powerful forces.

Although our family may not be as powerful as the other two, both the Berick and Lorraine families would pay a heavy price if they tried to swallow us whole.

And since they have always been in a state of hostility, naturally no one is willing to take that risk, so our family has continued to this day.

Ye Bufan understood, but he still asked in confusion: "If that's the case, why this time choose to form an alliance with the Berick family Isn't that choosing sides Won't it break this balance"

"This was a move of necessity." Alice explained, "The balance had held for many years before this, but recently the situation has shifted somewhat. The Lorin family has been growing increasingly powerful."

Among the Three Great Families, our PeiLan family's biggest problem is the lack of successors. From the second to the third generation, there are almost dozens of core descendants, but none of them are capable.

That's also why my grandpa, despite being nearly 80 years old, is still struggling to keep going.

The Berkley family is a bit better off than us, though Olivier isn't exactly brilliant, he's passable at least, and besides there's Deniston to help him out.

In contrast, the Lorraine family is quite different. Their three generations of core offspring produced two outstanding talents.

There is a boy named Raul, who is mature beyond his years and highly capable. He has already been designated as the next heir to the family.

There is another woman named Romona. Like me, she has a talent for business, but she is much luckier than I am. She is the great-granddaughter of the head of the family, Ramos, and holds a very high position in her family. She controls the economic lifeline of the entire Lorin family.

Under the support of these two individuals, the Lorin family grew stronger each day, and their economic power even began to pose a threat to our Pelan family.

In this situation, the existing balance has been broken. If my grandfather doesn't take some measures, I'm afraid that in a few years, the Lorin family will attack us.

Because of this, the Pei Lan family, for self-preservation, had no choice but to ally with the Berick family in an attempt to contain the Lorin family.

"I understand..."

Subsequently, Ye Bufan obtained information about two other prominent families from Alice. They chatted for a full hour before hanging up.

In Europe, within a magnificent palace, stood an elderly man wearing a crown and robes. He exuded immense authority and power, for he was Adamus, the God-Emperor who ruled over the entire Pantheon.

The Divine Court, for millennia, has been the most powerful religion in the West, without a doubt. And as the Emperor of the Divine Court, Adamas' power and influence are no less than that of an emperor at his peak.

Before him stood a girl in her twenties, with a pretty face. Although she wore a loose yellow robe, it couldn't hide her shapely figure. It was Helena, the Yellow-robed Arch Bishop Ye Bufan had rescued from the Ghost Witch Cult.

"Father, just let me go out, that handsome young man saved my life, I have to thank him properly."

Helena clung to Adam's hand, pouting and pleading with him.

If this scene were to be seen by others, they would surely be astonished. No one would ever imagine that she was actually the daughter of the Divine Emperor, the princess of the entire Divine Court.

"No, you weren't reckless enough last time You almost died with the Ghost Witches and the Trial of the Saintess is coming soon. Stay here at the Divine Court obediently, I forbid you from running around anymore."

After learning about Helena's ordeal at the hands of the witches, Adams was truly startled. Since then, he has kept his daughter locked inside, forbidding her from going outside even a step.

“Wasn't that special last time It won't happen again. Just let them go.”

Helena pouted, making a pathetic face.

“You can’t go out and cause trouble again this time, no matter what.”

Adams' face darkened, but unfortunately, standing before him was his daughter, who didn't give the Emperor a shred of respect.

Helena, seeing his soft spot, directly shook off Adam's hand. "If you don't let me go, I will refuse to participate in the Saintess Trial."

"You...are being reckless!"

Adam was furious, so angry that if anyone from the Divine Court had seen him, they would have been terrified into silence. But Helena didn't care in the least; she simply turned her face away.

"I keep my word. If you don't let me go find some handsome guys, I'll refuse to participate in the Saintess Trials."

"My daughter, listen to your father. Although our Divine Court has the absolute advantage in the fight against the Dark World, those dark creatures are not giving up. They are always thinking about how to turn the tide and attack us."

That's why I haven't dared to make your identity public all these years. Once they knew I had a daughter like you, they would probably take you hostage.

As long as you can pass the Holy Maiden Trial and gain the power of the gods, you can then reveal your identity. You can go wherever you want.

If you really want to thank that Chinese person, I can just have someone deliver the gift directly. You can express your gratitude however you like, and you can give him whatever amount of money you think is appropriate.

"No way, I'm going to meet the cute guy myself. If I can't, I won't participate in the trials."

Helena remained stubborn, showing no sign of backing down.

"You little rascal, are you trying to drive me crazy"

Although Adamus is the emperor of Unicron, he has no way against his beloved daughter.

Helena put on another pitiful expression. “Father, just let me go this once. I’ll only be gone for a few days, and then I’ll come back, please”

Adams sighed helplessly, he knew his daughter's temper very well. If he didn't agree, she might really give up the Holy Maiden Trials.

"Well then, you can go out for a few days..."

"That's great, thank you, Father. I can finally see the handsome young man."

Helena immediately cheered and kissed him on the cheek.

"Don't get too excited just yet, I have conditions," Adams said. "You can go out, but you can't go alone. Castile has to protect you, and you have to follow his orders for everything. No messing around."

"Sure, just let me see the handsome boy."

Helena also knew very well this was the Emperor's bottom line. If she refused again, she definitely wouldn't be able to leave.

"Remember to go quickly and return quickly, don't delay the Saintess Trial."

"I understand, father. I'll set off now and be back in a few days."

Helena cried out in delight and ran towards the door.d suddenly, and his heart screamed in agony."Big Brother Ye, you can't take all the beautiful women for yourself. You have to leave some for your brothers..."He couldn't explain why, but the moment he...