Necromancers are frantically stationing troops in the apocalypse.

Chapter 1121, Five Gods

Glancing down, the dwarf leader was still talking to the queen incessantly and with a proud look on his face, talking about the good intentions of the dwarves.

Judging from the other party's unpretentious excitement and pride, the dwarves were most likely being used.

After obtaining this treasure, I actually planned to use them to deliver it to you.

In fact, it’s easy to tell who would do this.

Ordinary professionals probably don’t even know the information about the divine realm.

Wu Heng raised his head, with just the right amount of appreciation on his face, and his gaze fell on the dwarf envoy.

The envoy felt the gaze and immediately stood up straight, his eyes full of anticipation.

"I like this gift very much." Wu Heng smiled and placed the crown and the wooden box on the side table. "I see the dwarves' intentions."

Upon hearing this, the dwarf envoy was overjoyed and bowed deeply. "It is the greatest honor for our race to be favored by you, my Lord!"

Wu Heng continued, "The Lingqi Cult is planning to build a power plant and public lighting system for the Wood Elf Kingdom. If the dwarves are interested, you can be given priority for the next cooperation project."

"Interested! Of course I'm interested!" The dwarf envoy nearly jumped up in excitement, expressing his gratitude repeatedly. "Thank you for your support, sir! The dwarves are also planning to build more Lingqi churches within their territory. Once the blueprints are completed, they will be submitted to Treasure Island for review as soon as possible!"

"Very good, go and rest first! If you have any questions, you can directly ask the archbishop." Wu Heng said in a gentle tone.

"Yes, sir!" The dwarf envoy saluted respectfully again and left the hall contentedly.

Only Wu Heng and the Wood Elf Queen were left in the hall again.

The queen hesitated for a moment, her tone hinting at a challenge. "My lord, if you like a crown, the wood elves' craftsmen can also make one for you. With the elves' aesthetic taste, it is certainly not inferior to that of the dwarves."

Wu Heng laughed when he heard this: "I'm glad you're so thoughtful. I'm not used to wearing these on a normal day."

"What the dwarves can do, the wood elves will never lag behind." The queen added firmly.

Wu Heng smiled and nodded. After chatting with her for a few more words, the queen got up and returned to her residence to rest.

In the empty hall, Wu Heng sat alone on the throne, his expression gradually becoming calm.

He took out the [Eye of Wishes] again, and his fingertips brushed across the luxurious metal and the gem with the starry sky inside, and his eyes narrowed slightly.

No wonder there was no trouble during this period, it turns out he was holding it in for a long time...

Wu Heng thought to himself.

The side effect is that the coordinates are exposed. If you don’t have a panel, the coordinates of the divine realm may be deceived by the other party.

This old guy is really cunning!

After thinking it over in his mind, he put the crown back into the drawer of the side table and disappeared.

……

Lilith's divine realm!

Wu Heng's figure quietly emerged, looking around curiously.

It was dark here, but not completely black. It was more like the moment before dawn, when the sky had not yet appeared but a faint light had already seeped through.

Under your feet is an ancient cobblestone road, extending to a towering Gothic castle in the distance.

The spire of the castle pierces the hazy sky. On one side is a courtyard full of flowers and green plants, and on the other side is a modern open racing track. Several motorcycles with smooth lines and cool shapes are parked quietly there, forming a wonderful mixed style with the castle.

"How is it? My divine domain is pretty good, right?" Lilith appeared, her voice filled with a hint of pride.

"It's very much your style, except that the lighting is a little dim. Aren't you afraid of tripping when walking?" Wu Heng commented with a smile.

Lilith snapped her fingers upon hearing this.

In an instant, elegant streetlights emitting soft white light lit up one after another along both sides of the cobblestone road, illuminating the environment clearly and emotionally. "Is this okay?"

"Almost." Wu Heng nodded with satisfaction.

Lilith naturally took his arm and said, "Come on, I'll take you to see the inside of the castle."

The interior of the castle continues the dark classical style, with tall domes and stained glass windows.

The walls are covered with paintings of various styles, from classical oil paintings to abstract art, modern and otherworldly.

Wu Heng followed her through the corridors, halls, and library, and finally sat down in the luxurious living room of the main castle.

"Do you feel lonely living alone in such a large divine domain?" Wu Heng asked casually, leaning back in a comfortable soft chair.

Lilith looked up at him, her lips curled slightly, "That depends on the situation. If I really feel lonely, I will come live in your divine realm."

Wu Heng smiled triumphantly, "Okay! I've already reserved a room for you."

Lilith rolled her eyes at him and said, "When the others become gods, are you planning to put them all together? You really know how to enjoy the blessing of having many people."

Then he turned serious and said, "Let's get down to business. I originally planned to go back through the Blood Clan's anchor point and completely merge the Gray Saint Church into the Lingqi Church system."

When Wu Heng mentioned this, his expression instantly turned serious: "Don't worry, there might be some problems over there right now."

Lilith frowned.

We agreed before that we could return safely after becoming a god, so why did the problem arise again?

"What's wrong?" Lilith asked, her tone full of concern.

Wu Heng took a deep breath and said, "Today, the dwarven envoys sent a gift to celebrate my ascension to the throne of God..."

As he spoke, he raised his hand.

In the center of the hall, soil particles and various elements quickly gathered together to construct the [Eye of Wishes] crown, but this was just a model and did not contain any special effects.

Lilith examined it carefully and nodded. "The craftsmanship is indeed exquisite and gorgeous, but... this doesn't seem like the usual style of the dwarves. You said it was from the elves, so it's more likely."

As the leader of the association, she is very familiar with the craft characteristics of each ethnic group.

Wu Heng nodded approvingly. "I agree with you. I suspect this wasn't forged by them, but rather obtained from somewhere, just to offer a token of appreciation."

"But is there something wrong with the crown itself?" Lilith keenly grasped the key point.

Wu Heng said solemnly, "This is a huge problem! This strange artifact has a hidden side effect. It can continuously record and reveal the specific coordinates of the wearer's divine realm."

Lilith's pupils shrank slightly, and she immediately realized, "You mean... this is a trap set by the gods of the Church?"

"That's right," Wu Heng said confidently. "The dwarves might not even have a clear concept of the divine realm, and the Molten Core is in my hands. There's no way they could have created such a unique artifact specifically for the gods. This must be the work of the gods of the Vatican."

Lilith's eyes grew serious. She pondered for a moment, a fierce look flashing in her eyes. "Now that you and I are both gods, if we join forces, we should have a chance of killing him, right?"

Wu Heng pondered and shook his head. "There's still a risk. He's been a god for thousands of years. His understanding and use of divine power are far more sophisticated than ours. He didn't gain the upper hand in the previous battle with his clones, but in a showdown with his true form, he might very well reveal abilities we couldn't anticipate."

He paused, emphasizing, "More importantly, since he deliberately set up this trap, he must have a certain degree of confidence, or he may have helpers."

Lilith nodded, agreeing with Wu Heng's analysis, and added a key point: "The location of the divine realm is the greatest secret of the gods. He may not only want to deal with you, but more likely wants to release the coordinates of your divine realm to lure other gods to deal with you."

"That's possible." Wu Heng looked solemn. It was not surprising that the other party used this method of killing someone with a borrowed knife.

"So what are your plans next?" Lilith asked with concern.

Wu Heng rubbed his brows. "There's no foolproof plan yet. But the most important thing right now is that the news of your godhood must be kept secret. If the enemy learns that our strength has doubled, his revengeful actions might change accordingly."

"I understand, don't worry." Lilith nodded seriously.

I have no plans to go back and take a look.

When dealing with gods, we can't let this little thing ruin the whole thing.

The two discussed countermeasures for various possible situations.

Afterwards, they left Lilith's divine realm together and returned to the zombie world.

In the zombie world, Lilith told the others about the divine realm, while Wu Heng went to see his daughter Qinqin and his newly born son Ryan.

In the bedroom, Xiao Xiao held Ryan carefully, rocking him gently and telling stories in a startling manner.

The baby stared at her with big eyes, as if he didn't understand but found it very interesting.

……

Return to the divine realm.

Wu Heng soaked in the hot spring, thinking about the next plan in his mind.

The gods of the Holy See deliberately set up the crown trap, the core purpose of which was to locate their own divine domain.

If the other party realizes that the conspiracy has been exposed, they will inevitably take more covert and drastic follow-up measures, and you will be put in a passive position again.

"I have to create a false impression..." Wu Heng thought to himself, "I have to convince the other party that I value this crown very much and just haven't had time to wear it yet, not that I've discovered a conspiracy."

My thoughts gradually became clear and a plan came to my mind.

"Perhaps, we can leave it to the Queen of Wood Elves." Thinking of the queen who was both dignified and capable, Wu Heng felt that she was the one who could carry out the task.

With a thought, consciousness passed through the anchor point of faith and descended to the living room of the Queen of Treasure Island.

It was late at night, and only a bedside lamp was on in the bedroom.

However, the scene before him left Wu Heng stunned.

The Wood Elf Queen, 'Garlanthir', had not yet rested. She was tossing and turning in bed, wearing a purple lace nightgown that was completely different from her usual majestic temperament.

Then he sat down on the bed, took out his phone, and found a photo of himself and Wu Heng. He propped his chin on the back of his hand and looked at it in fascination, "Lord God, it's so perfect..."

"I don't know if I meet the requirements of the gods..."

Wu Heng silently watched all this from the anchor point, feeling surprised.

This queen, who is always calm, self-possessed, noble and graceful in front of the public, actually likes herself so much in private?

Am I so attractive now?

After a long while, the queen went to wash her hands, then collapsed on the bed with some weakness, muttering to herself, "Really...really! My Lord has Shannara, how could I do this..."

He tidied up the room in an embarrassed manner, put away the soundproof kettle, and lay down again.

Just as she was drifting off to sleep, Wu Heng felt it was almost time, so he sent a calm voice through the anchor: "Garlan Hill."

The queen suddenly woke up, and after identifying the source of the sound, she hurriedly stood up, not even having time to tidy up her messy nightgown, and knelt on the ground: "Lord God!"

"Sorry to disturb your rest." Wu Heng's voice remained steady.

"No, no! Do you have any instructions?" The queen's voice trembled slightly, and her eyes glanced around vigilantly, fearing that her private actions had been seen.

"I have a task for you." Wu Heng went straight to the point.

"Please give your orders!" the queen replied respectfully.

Wu Heng said slowly, "I am very pleased with the crown presented by the dwarves. I have decided to hold an exhibition on Treasure Island soon, using this crown as the centerpiece for believers to admire. In the past, such events were often co-organized by the Wood Elves, but this time, you will be fully responsible and invite all major kingdoms and races."

"An exhibition? The crown?" The Queen quickly composed herself and got into work mode. "Yes, my lady. Besides the crown, are there any other exhibits?" "The archbishop has already prepared other items. You are mainly in charge of the crown's publicity. Make sure to create a huge buzz," Wu Heng emphasized.

The Queen seemed to have made a connection to something, her tone carrying a hint of barely perceptible competitiveness: "If given some time, the Wood Elves can also forge you a divine robe or scepter that is no less magnificent..."

Wu Heng knew she had misunderstood him, thinking he genuinely admired the dwarves' craftsmanship.

Following her lead, I said, "Then have someone design some blueprints, and I'll take a look later. But right now, the most important thing is this exhibition. It needs to be large-scale and we need to invite a wide range of influential people."

"Yes, my lord! I will not fail your trust!" the Queen solemnly promised.

The conversation seemed to be coming to an end, but after a moment of silence, the Queen cautiously asked in a soft voice, "Your Majesty... are you still there?"

“It’s still here,” Wu Heng replied.

"Um...when did you...contact me?" The Queen's question was tinged with obvious probing and nervousness.

"I contacted you as soon as I thought of the mission. Is there a problem?" Wu Heng pretended not to know.

"No, no! Absolutely not!" the Queen quickly denied, her tone almost a vow. "If Your Majesty needs anything, please summon me at any time, and I will be at your service!"

"Yes, get some rest. We'll start preparations tomorrow, and the newspapers will publish a lot of news about it," Wu Heng instructed.

“Yes, Your Majesty,” the Queen replied.

After a long while, the Queen called out softly twice more. After confirming that there was no response, she breathed a long sigh of relief, lay down again, and this time, she quickly fell into a deep sleep amidst her complicated emotions.

In the divine realm, Wu Heng withdrew his divine consciousness.

The trade show should be an excuse for delay.

Also, the Queen does have a good figure, but she doesn't seem as voluptuous as Sanella.

……

Treasure Island.

At dawn, as the first rays of sunlight fell on the notice board in the central square, the newly posted announcement instantly ignited the entire island.

The announcement not only announced the upcoming opening of a new large-scale exhibition, but also listed a dazzling array of products such as improved fire machinery, imaging equipment, and various other items.

In addition, it was written in bold: "At that time, the supreme crown offered by the dwarves to the great god of martial prowess will be solemnly displayed to demonstrate divine power!"

The news spread quickly across the island.

"A crown of the gods? Made by the dwarves?"

"The dwarves really stole the show this time!"

"I heard it was crafted by the best master craftsmen with the combined efforts of the entire clan!"

"We must go and see! We might be able to make what the gods like and offer it to them someday."

In the streets and alleys, in taverns and teahouses, everyone was talking about this.

The atmosphere on the island became as festive as ever, and anticipation grew stronger.

The dwarf representatives who remained on the island became the focus of everyone's attention.

This sturdy messenger now walks with his chest held higher, his beard meticulously combed, and he proclaims with a ruddy face, "That is the culmination of a thousand years of dwarven craftsmanship, painstakingly created to forge a crown worthy of the glory of our great god!"

The envoys from other races watched, their eyes inevitably revealing complex emotions—envy, jealousy, and a sense of urgency.

This move by the dwarves undoubtedly earned them a significant advantage in the eyes of the new gods.

The exhibition preparation area was under construction day and night, with the Wood Elf Queen personally overseeing the process.

The air was filled with a strange atmosphere that blended commercial enthusiasm, religious piety, and political considerations.

time after that.

This trend quickly swept across the mainland.

As if suddenly receiving some kind of 'revelation,' all the kingdoms and races sprang into action.

The representatives already stationed on Treasure Island intensified their efforts to relay messages back to the mainland, while more special envoys, business leaders, and even curious nobles began to flock to Treasure Island from all directions.

The port became crowded again, with all sorts of ships vying to enter.

The exhibition was held as scheduled.

The streets were packed with people of different clothes and accents; hotels were full and pubs were noisy.

They were not only there for the novel products at the exhibition, but also to see the legendary crown of the gods with their own eyes.

……

Zombie world.

The training ground behind the prison, shrouded in divine power.

While a grand exhibition is being held on Treasure Island, things are also proceeding according to plan on Earth.

During this period, with the blessing of the [Mortal Fire Seed], several heroes completed the cultivation of two techniques.

At the same time, they are also continuously spreading their faith through forums and online channels.

Moreover, Viola and the Wood Elf sisters are more proactive, frequently appearing in the public eye at various bases, leading their armies to kill zombies and rescue survivors.

Or they might perform miracles to gather faith.

At this moment, Wu Heng and Lilith stood side by side, their gazes fixed on Viola, who was sitting cross-legged in front of them.

At this moment, Viola's body began to become translucent, and the blood vessels, bones, and internal organs under her skin were clearly visible.

What flows within is no longer blood, but dazzling divine energy.

This is a sign that the divine fire has been ignited!
There was no earth-shattering roar, only a low, restrained hum of energy.

Viola's body, as the initial 'firewood,' gradually turned into nothingness and disappeared in the pure incandescent light.

The divine fire has been lit.

The group did not leave, but stood there quietly for a while.

Twenty minutes later, ripples appeared in the space in the center of the training ground, and a faint mist emerged out of thin air, quickly gathering and shaping, and finally solidifying into Viola's slender figure.

She slowly opened her eyes, her gaze filled with inner light, and her face radiated an irrepressible joy. She bowed respectfully to Wu Heng and Lilith: "My lord, Chief Lilith... I succeeded."

"How are you feeling?" Lilith asked with a smile.

“It’s amazing…it feels like life has entered another level.” Viola felt the surging power within her, her tone gentle yet full of strength. “The divine realm is still in chaos. I didn’t have time to make arrangements, so I came back to let you know I’m safe.”

Wu Heng nodded with satisfaction, his tone gentle, "Very good. Go and build your divine realm properly first. If there's anything you don't understand, feel free to ask me or Lilith anytime. Becoming a god is just a change in the way we exist; we're still family."

"Yes, my lord!" Viola smiled, then transformed into a wisp of smoke and vanished, heading towards her own mysterious space.

Just then, the wood elf sisters Eluria and Sylvain gracefully approached.

Eluria, the older sister, spoke softly, "My lord, Chief Lilith, my sister and I have also completed the cultivation of two techniques and can now attempt to ignite the divine fire."

Wu Heng nodded, "Go ahead without worry, we'll keep an eye on things for you."

"Thank you, sir and chief." The two sisters bowed in unison, walked to the center of the open space, and sat down cross-legged facing each other.

Soon, two energies, full of natural vitality and vigor, erupted simultaneously.

Their figures gradually became transparent as the divine fire burned, and eventually they all disappeared.

A moment later, the energy converged again, and the sisters' figures almost simultaneously reformed.

However, as soon as her younger sister Sylvain appeared, she exclaimed with some confusion, "Strange, how come we're in the same divine realm? Aren't you all in your own realms?"

Upon hearing this, Wu Heng also showed a surprised expression: "You two share a divine realm?"

Eluria, the older sister, remained relatively calm. After careful contemplation, she said, "Yes, my lord! The interior of the divine realm is still very empty, but we are indeed in the same space, and... our divine powers seem to be interconnected, and can even merge to a limited extent."

Lilith pondered for a moment, seemingly lost in thought, "This may be related to the source of faith. The power of the gods originates from the collective understanding of their believers. Your believers may have always regarded you as inseparable 'sisters of the God of War.' This strong consensus of faith influenced the formation of the divine realm, creating a symbiotic relationship between your divine power."

"Huh? Then we're at a disadvantage! Everyone else has their own house and yard, and we're crammed together." Sylvie pouted, somewhat dissatisfied.

Elurella patted her sister's hand and comforted her, "What's wrong? Isn't it good for us to live together?"

"No, it's not that! It's just that we feel like we're missing one person. Of course I love my sister." Sylvie hugged her sister affectionately.

There's not much difference from before.

At this moment, Minnie, Philippa, and the others ran over happily and surrounded the wood elf sisters to congratulate them.

Everyone was very happy, jumping and skipping around together, especially Sylvain, who didn't seem to have changed at all.

Wu Heng handed the [Mortal Fire Seed] to the elf Hilary, saying, "Hilary, it's your turn now. Don't put too much pressure on yourself, just take it slow."

Hilary solemnly accepted the ball of light, merging it into her body, her gaze filled with tenderness.

Because there were many people around, he just smiled and didn't say anything more.

"Let's go back first," Wu Heng said, and the group left together.

……

Inside the restaurant.

A long table was covered with a white tablecloth and filled with various delicacies, celebrating how Lilith, Viola, and the Wood Elf sisters had successfully ignited the divine fire and ascended to godhood in a short period of time.

It wasn't just the joy of becoming a god that inspired Minnie, Philippa, Hilary, and others who hadn't yet achieved godhood; this series of successes also greatly encouraged them.

This proves that the path to godhood arranged by Wu Heng is feasible, and as long as they work hard, they will achieve their goal sooner or later.

The restaurant was filled with laughter and joy, brimming with a sense of accomplishment and boundless anticipation for the future.

The dinner is over.

Everyone sat down in the living room to chat.

Wu Heng picked up his teacup, took a sip, and then said, "Now, including myself, we have five deities."

Five deities!

Previously, this would have been unimaginable.

No one spoke, waiting for him to continue the story.

Wu Heng paused briefly before continuing, "I plan to take the initiative, set a trap, lure that person from the Holy See out, and eliminate him completely!"

The living room fell silent instantly upon hearing this.

(End of this chapter)