Village Head's Debauchery

1279  Yuronth, The Ice Fortress!

Did they have an end goal?

Orion didn't have the answers to these questions. With so much still unknown about the Spirit Realm, he focused on making the Celestial Spirit Court reveal its hand while ensuring their own safety.

Orion chose to overestimate his opponent. It was better that way than thinking that they were some remote part of the Spirit Realm where they could tread unchallenged and be caught off guard by an unexpected event that could force them to leave the Spirit Realm and restart their plans. He also intended to take control of the Celestial Spirit Court and restructure it within Paradise forces, which would give him influence in regions beyond Floating Frost Valley.

Orion's plans were too grand for even Iy'yra to fully grasp.

"Do you know where these secluded Spirit Beasts are hidden?" Orion asked. "Yes... Yes, I do. I know of a few locations, none of which I dared to approach out of fear of being consumed and silent," Iy'yra responded swiftly and nodded her head. "Alright. I agree with your plan. Let's go pay them a visit. If they plan on remaining within the Floating Frost Valley, then they should also be willing to protect it. If they don't, we'll eliminate them to send a message. I'm certain that a few of them will choose to offer their support," Orion replied.

He wasn't sure if the Divine Apostle Crest could still absorb Spirit Beasts while they were unconscious, but it was best to put it to the test. Looking ahead, Orion couldn't help but anticipate how much the Divine Apostles would grow.

The White Winged Gryphon couldn't be left unprotected, so Orion brought Zera, Fifi, and the last conscious remaining Divine Apostle with him. Although Orion intended to have a civilized conversation, there was still a chance they might encounter conflict. So, he brought him along to ensure the deaths of these Spirit Beasts would not be in vain.