When the Dragon Nation presented its gift, the leaders of all the countries present were all shocked.
These resources, to a powerful Nation like Dragon Nation, might be just a drop in the bucket.
But to second-tier countries like Sevia, Thracian, Argenine, and the Owl Nation whose international status is not high, it was an extremely precious grand gift.
To some weaker countries, perhaps their entire national income for a year wouldn't compare to this.
So at this moment, all the leaders of the countries present felt fortunate for their decision to continue supporting the Dragon Nation.
Fortunately, they stood on the side of the Dragon Nation.
At the same time, they deeply admired the generosity of Dragon Nation.
After all, they knew very well that this war was mainly Dragon Nation itself wiping out the enemy and defending its homeland.
It had very little to do with them, so technically, there was no need to give such heavy gifts to other countries.
The distribution of gifts also made these allied nations even more firm in their attitude toward Dragon Nation!
The banquet continued.
At the table, Athena, sitting at the main table with her father, Emperor Restiev of Bear Nation, as the representative of Bear Nation, looked at Zhang Yue and said with some concern, "The Seven Great Nations went to great lengths this time to try and kill you. In the end, seeing you escape death and even turn back to destroy their army, they'll probably become even more aggressive and find all sorts of ways to target you. You need to be extra careful."
As soon as she finished speaking, the others also agreed, "This operation also means that the Seven Great Nations have officially declared war on your Dragon Nation. From now on, they will probably launch frequent attacks on you."
President of the Owl Nation, Luyefus, said, "When I return to the Nation tonight, I'll immediately dispatch troops to help you garrison Dragon Nation."
"My Sevia Empire is always on standby. As long as they dare invade Dragon Nation, we will immediately send troops to support you. Just say the word, and we'll be there."
"My Thracian Nation will always stand with Dragon Nation."
Hearing everyone's indignant statements, Ice Emperor sighed, "With everyone's heartfelt support, on behalf of Dragon Nation, I thank you all!"
"We are all family. Come, cheers! May our homeland grow stronger and stronger!"
Everyone around the table raised their glasses together.
At this time, Zhang Yue suddenly asked the leaders of the countries, "Do you have anything like what Eastern Nation had, materials that can be used to create space rifts?"
"No, those kinds of materials are too rare," Sevia's President, Arianda, said thoughtfully, "Besides Eastern Nation, there probably aren't many other countries that have such materials."
President of Thracian, Shafu, asked, "Do you need that for something?"
"As the saying goes, courtesy demands reciprocity. The Seven Great Nations joined forces and gave me such a big gift," Zhang Yue said, "If I don't return the favor somehow, wouldn't it seem like our Dragon Nation has no spine?"
"It's just that we can't enter the territory of those Seven Great Nations," Moon Mark said, "Energy-type materials that can be used to create space rifts are extremely rare."
Zhang Yue frowned slightly.
———
After the banquet ended, Zhang Yue found Ouyang Linger, "I'm giving you two tasks."
"Haha, is it time for me to perform again?", Ouyang Linger asked excitedly, "What tasks?"
"First, help me get energy-type materials that can be used to create space rifts, or think about whether there are any other ways to cross into other countries' Otherworld territories."
Zhang Yue said to Ouyang Linger, "Second, help me investigate the origin of this item."
As he spoke, Zhang Yue forwarded an illustrated image to Ouyang Linger through Feixin.
And the item drawn in the illustration was the [Nether Black Stone] that Zhang Yue had obtained in the Ghost Tower.
Looking at the mystic stone on the illustration, Ouyang Linger asked thoughtfully, "What is this thing?"
"Good question," Zhang Yue, "If I knew, do you think I'd still need you to investigate it?"
Ouyang Linger showed an awkward but polite smile, "Hehe… give me a little time, I'll get right on it!"
Zhang Yue nodded, "Complete these two tasks well, and I'll reward you with a car worth under one million, plus give you three days off."
Ouyang Linger's eyes widened instantly, "Oh my god, President, how did you know… I've been looking at cars lately and was thinking of buying one to take a road trip to Tianjing to see my bestie?"
Zhang Yue gave a knowing smile, "Next time, don't post on Moments during mealtime. I can still see it during other times."
Upon hearing this, Wu Haotian immediately flipped through Moments and indeed saw a post from Ouyang Linger half an hour ago, [If only I had a car of my own, I could go on a spontaneous road trip. If some boss could fulfill my wish, I'd work for him for the rest of my life.]
"Damn! Seriously?", Wu Haotian was stunned, "Ouyang Linger, have some shame. Who directly asks their boss for a car like that?"
"Just say I met a good boss," Ouyang Linger made a funny face at Wu Haotian, then turned to Zhang Yue again and promised, "Don't worry, President, I promise not to let you down!"
Wu Haotian: "Pah! Shameless! The people I, Wu Haotian, look down on the most are people like you who want something for nothing."
———
Ten minutes later…
Moments update.
Wu Haotian: [If only I had a house of my own, somewhere I could return to whenever I wanted! If some boss could fulfill my wish, I'd work like a slave for him for life!]
Soon, the comment section under Wu Haotian's post became lively.
Ouyang Linger: [Shameless! Who was it again that said they look down on this kind of person? And you even copied my caption!]
Night Owl: [What's going on, why is everyone making wishes on Moments? Can they actually come true?]
Zhang Yue: [First repay the union's overdue wages.]
One-Night Stand: [Hahahaha XSWL…]
———
At 9 PM, Zhang Yue logged into the Otherworld.
["Ding~ Welcome to the World 19 · Soul Ferryman!"]
There was nothing left in the World 19 worth lingering for.
Zhang Yue planned to quickly kill the realm boss and move on to the Twentieth Realm.
Just as Zhang Yue was preparing to start the boss challenge, suddenly, a system notification sounded—
["Ding~ Player [Athena] has invited you to join a team. Accept?"]
Turning around, he saw Athena, the Saber in crimson lotus armor, standing behind him at some point.
"You didn't log off?"
Athena said, "Father is worried that you might be ambushed by assassins from the Seven Great Nations in the Death Domain, so he specifically told me to stay with you and watch over you."
Gotta admit, Restiev really looks after Zhang Yue.
Zhang Yue only hesitated for a moment before accepting Athena's team invite.
Then, the two of them began the boss challenge for this world.
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