The People's God: Sacrificing Trillions to Ascend

Han Wu’s Core was in crisis after upgrading the Law of Gluttony. With his Core capped at Level 10, he had no choice but to remove the Rank 1 Sacred Object: Earth’s Core to make room for his Rank 4 Sacred Object: Law of Gluttony (Sealed). Even then, his Core cracked slightly from the strain.

He knew the damage came from forcefully equipping a Rank 4 Sacred Object. Had he tried to equip a Rank 5, his Core would have shattered instantly. This was the reason he hadn’t pushed further with upgrading the Law of Gluttony, even though he possessed 70,000 Sources of Sacred Objects.

Meanwhile, back at Imperial College’s classroom for students on the reserve list, Xu Tie noticed that Han Wu and Qin Shuang had been absent for two full days. He immediately suspected they had returned to the Qin family’s residence. Without delay, he reported this to his own family.

Naturally, the Xu family’s God erupted in fury! Qin Shuang was a remarkable young woman with immense potential, and her descendants would undoubtedly be outstanding. The Xu family’s God had noticed that and arranged for her to marry into their family as payment to save the Qin family’s God. Yet now, the promised granddaughter-in-law was spending time with another man.

Enraged by what he saw as blatant mockery, the Xu family’s God gathered Xu Gang and Xu Tie and immediately teleported to the Qin Village, demanding answers. He intended to settle the marriage matter before it unraveled any further.

As they arrived, the Divine Authority of the Xu family’s God swept over the city like a storm front. Panic rippled through the Qin family as they sensed the powerful presence. Their Demigods quickly gathered to strategize.

Qin Jiang took charge of the discussion. “It seems the Xu family has come to discuss the arranged marriage. After all, their God appeared here without any warning.”

He was right on the mark.

Qin Hai responded firmly, “But our ancestor is being rescued by another God. The arranged marriage is off the table now.”

Qin Jiang sighed, shaking his head. “No, you’re misunderstanding. The Xu family’s God is unpredictable. If he learns the truth, he’ll destroy us all for deceiving him.”

“Then we keep deceiving him until our ancestor returns,” Qin Hai suggested stubbornly.

Qin He scoffed. “Easy for you to say. Do you really think he’s a fool? If he’s here, it means he already has some plan.”

Qin Hu, the fourth brother, nodded in agreement. “We don’t have a God protecting us now. If the Xu family truly intends to push the arranged marriage, we should agree. Otherwise, his wrath could wipe out everyone in this city.”

“Bullshit! How am I supposed to explain this to my son-in-law if we accept their terms? Don’t forget, it was my son-in-law who called his friend to save our ancestor. He’s our family’s benefactor,” Qin Hai said, already regarding Han Wu as his son-in-law.

“We have no choice. Sixth Brother, do you really want our entire city destroyed just because of your daughter?” Qin He snapped, shoving the responsibility squarely onto Qin Shuang.

“Third Brother, I’ve had enough of your nonsense. What do you mean ‘just because of my daughter’? Explain yourself!” Qin Hai’s hatred for Qin He flared, his fists clenched, ready to fight.

“Both of you, stop it!” Qin Jiang barked, stepping between them. “You each have your own families now. Act like it.”

Qin He scoffed. “Eldest Brother, what do you propose?”

Qin Jiang’s tone was calm but firm. “We avoid provoking either side. Let’s hold a match. Whoever wins earns the right to marry Qin Shuang. That way, they settle it with their own strength.”

Qin Hu gave a slow nod. “That’s a good idea. It keeps both parties from feeling slighted.”

Qin Hai understood exactly what his eldest brother was aiming for, but a part of him still couldn’t accept it.

“Sixth Brother, you can’t keep hesitating. This is the only way to ensure our family’s survival,” Qin Jiang urged, his voice steady. Just as he spoke, the Divine Authority of the Xu family’s God suddenly enveloped their house in an oppressive glow.

A booming voice thundered from outside. “Descendants of the Qin family, why have you not welcomed me?”

Everyone shuddered at the threat and hurried outside.

Qin Jiang stepped forward, trying to placate the imposing God. “We welcome the great ancestor of the Xu family. Your visit is an honor for—”

“Stop with the flattery,” the Xu family’s God interrupted sharply. “I have come to save your family’s God, but first, you will arrange the wedding immediately. Call out that little girl, Qin Shuang, to marry my grandson.”

Qin Jiang blinked in surprise at the blunt demand. He hesitated before carefully explaining, “About that...”

The Xu family’s God didn’t believe him and cut him off. “Five hundred million Divine Points to recruit another god? Do you take me for a fool? You won’t find anyone willing to help you—not for five billion, let alone five hundred million. I’m offering my help because of our alliance. If not for that, I would’ve let your family rot.”

The Qin family bowed their heads, ashamed like scolded children. “Yes, you’re right. You are indeed right.”

“Then stop wasting my time and call out that little girl, Qin Shuang,” the God demanded. “I want the wedding over and done with so I can focus on saving your ancestor.”

The family exchanged uneasy glances but no one dared act. No one wanted to die.

Finally, Qin Hai stepped forward, his voice steady but pleading. “Esteemed God, I have met that particular God myself. It is true. Please show us grace and mercy and let my daughter go.”

“You are a mere Demigod, yet you dare challenge a God? Do you take me for a weakling?” the Xu family’s God snarled, abandoning diplomacy as talks collapsed.

He unleashed his full Divine Authority, conjuring a roaring hurricane that whipped around him. The violent gust tore through the city, leveling buildings and claiming countless lives.

“Please stop! Please rescind your wrath!” the Qin family cried out. Although they were all Demigods, they stood helpless against a God’s power.

“Stop! Don’t destroy my home!” a young voice called from within the Qin family’s residence. Qin Shuang burst through the door, and Han Wu followed close behind.

Xu Tie’s eyes narrowed as he saw them together, fury boiling over. They really were together! Doesn’t that mean they were deceiving us?

“Big Brother, that’s him—Han Wu!” Xu Tie hissed and angrily pointed at Han Wu.

“Good. He won’t live past today,” Xu Gang growled.