Their romance storyline only begins on the second playthrough

In other words, from now on, they are no longer monsters who need to eat people to survive.

In an instant, the owl raised its head and looked at the moonlight.

"If I had known it would be like this, I would have preferred not to go through all this trouble."

"Follow instructions and evacuate."

As soon as the owl finished speaking, the shadow merged into the ground like a shadow, instantly engulfing all the demon seeds and disappearing without a trace.

……

...

After Rod descended from the altar, all the students gathered together to receive comfort and consolation from the church.

Although they were not injured, they were undoubtedly quite frightened.

Even so, the students' eyes never left Rhodes, and some students even excitedly tried to get closer to him.

The reason for their excitement was simple—what they sensed within Rhodes was not demonic nature, but the [Star God].

Star God.

This god, who was said to be likely dead, now manifested within Rhodes' body.

Some of the bolder ones even spread rumors that Rhodes was the incarnation of the Star God, and that he came here to resolve the dangers in the world and to absorb the position of the Demon God with his own power to prevent evil people from merging with him—such outrageous claims.

But clearly, they were just thinking about it.

God is not to be profaned.

God is supreme.

These words are something the church will always remember and follow.

Regardless of what Rhodes really is, they can still feel the Star God faith they lost months ago within him.

Therefore, the church members had already surrounded Rhodes and his companions, giving no chance for anyone else to get close.

At this moment, Rhodes is a god, without a doubt.

As soon as Rhodes stepped off the stage, the young women and Merrick and the others came to his side;

"Sir! Sir, you're so cool! You just released so much divinity, how did you do that?" Xia Li quickly came over and excitedly raised her hand to ask.

“Because, well, it’s not easy to explain.” Rhodes shook his head.

"Huh?" Shirley looked displeased. "Why is it like this..."

"Alright, let me get the important business done first."

"Yes, sir!"

Rhodes's gaze shifted to Merrick, Cedric, and the others.

"Gentlemen, thank you for this battle."

“Rhodes…no, I…” Cedric was a little uneasy, after all, Rhodes, who had fused with the fragments of the Demon God’s position, was already a false god.

Furthermore, if Rhodes could fight against someone who had ascended seven times before fusing with a godhood, what about after fusing with a demon god's godhood? He should be able to kill someone who had ascended eight times, right?

In just one or two days, Rhodes's image in his eyes kept rising higher and higher, to the point that he now even had to hesitate about how to address him.

"It's nothing. I'm still Rod."

"Not necessarily," Merrick said coldly. "You are now a being who has merged with a god."

Thick barrier...what a ghost.

Merrick would never care about someone like that.

After all, she didn't even have much respect for the Elf God, otherwise her cultivation wouldn't have regressed due to the circuit reversal.

At this moment, her face was aloof, but her tone was unusually serious:

“Rhodes, our attitude is naturally friendly.”

"But the others are different. They only know that you have fused with the position of a demon god and have the ability to emit other divine qualities."

Do you know what your current situation means?

"Next, no... it doesn't even need to be next, soon the entire capital, and even the world, will be filled with news of the birth of the [Demon God]."

"Because you reversed the demonic seed, you restored those monsters to human form, and allowed those who had fallen into darkness to step into the light once more."

"That's why people start to weigh the pros and cons."

Protecting and destroying are always contradictory.

Rhodes's existence can prevent the emergence of demons and maintain world order.

The problem is that Rhodes' existence represents the existence of the [Demon God].

No one can guarantee that Rhodes won't go mad like the previous Demon God and become a monster that destroys the world.

Therefore, conservative and radical views will inevitably coexist.

"Most importantly, you have already been deified, at least the demon seed has recognized you."

"According to the historical pattern of the world, when a new god is born, he or she needs to ascend to the throne on a divine altar."

"But the problem is that demons don't have countries, and other gods might not be willing to support your existence."

"Moreover, the Linlank Empire is not stupid. Keeping you, a demon god, in their empire means that demons will keep coming to the capital to pay homage to you... Therefore, your situation is rather tricky. The Linlank Empire will definitely weigh the pros and cons and discuss it with you."

“Yes. I understand all of that, Professor Merrick.”

"Good, I understand." Merrick nodded slightly. "That's enough for today. I'll be leaving now."

After saying that, she didn't say anything more.

She wasn't the type to boast, and she didn't care whether Rhodes would truly rise to the top after obtaining godhood.

She was simply teaching her students as a professor, and that was all that might happen next.

Meanwhile, still barefoot, she walked lightly to the sinner—

Cecilia.

Cecilia did not approach Rhodes and the others at this moment.

She is also very clear about her current status.

She was not qualified to participate in these discussions.

But when Merrick walked up to her, she had no choice but to reply:

“Professor Merrick…”

"madness."

Merrick reached out and swung his hand, aiming straight for Cecilia's cheek.

But—the slap never actually landed.

Instead, he lightly touched her cheek and then withdrew his hand.

“A pointless approach,” Merrick said coldly. “I hate weakness, and your behavior is utterly shameful.”

Cecilia remained silent.

"I don't care about your business. Anyway, you at least need to survive."

"I'm going to rest now. Contact me if you need anything."

After saying this, Merrick flicked his sleeves and took a full stride, his figure merging into the blazing flames, constantly moving and disappearing from the spot.

Cecilia froze on the spot, pursing her lips.

If something comes up... should I contact her again?

Really are……

Cecilia raised her head, feeling as if she had been stabbed in the heart.

Perhaps it's because most of the resentment was absorbed by Rhodes.

Now, she has suddenly come to understand something, more or less.

“Rhodes.” Valerie didn’t care about Merrick’s departure, but said, “I will report everything I saw here to the Emperor.”

"You'll probably be summoned tomorrow, and you have to go. No matter how strong you are, you have to go if you want to stay in Linlank."

"This matter is too important; we may have to hold a major meeting to discuss your case."

"But to be frank... the Linlank Empire can't do anything to you, after all, our strongest has only been promoted eight times."

Valerie looked at the human form of the deity beside her.

Having been promoted nine times, this one alone is enough of a headache for the Linlank Empire, let alone adding Rhodes.

"So, at most, we just want to understand your situation, make sure you're in good shape, and deal with what's going on between us, including your marriage to Felicity."

Therefore, you must come.

"Understood." Rhodes nodded slightly.

He didn't intend to make things worse and then disappear.

Or rather, there are some things that really need to be clarified.

But... he wasn't worried at all about being expelled from the Linlank Empire.

After all, their true god was still by his side.

As long as he successfully revives the Dragon God and she returns the divine position as promised, then Lilith's voice will forever be the most powerful in the entire empire.

Moreover, the Empire isn't stupid. Even without Lilith, they would still seize upon his ability to unleash the [Star God] faith to make their point.

The empire now is an uneasy empire; they will seize any opportunity to maintain order.

"This matter ends here."

“Gentlemen, it’s getting late, and we need to go back and rest,” Rhodes said to Valerie and Cedric.

Just looking for an excuse to leave.

He still has a lot to do.