Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2799: 1535: Turbulent Banquet (Part 2)

“...What?!”

Leo Ray's declaration left Hollis II and Lila momentarily stunned, their previously composed expressions darkening in an instant.

It was beyond their expectations that a mere Human Emperor would defy the terms they had laid out. Clearly, he was intent on confronting them until the very end!

For a fleeting moment, Hollis II, Lila, and the surrounding giants were left at a loss, exchanging bewildered glances with one another.

Did this Human Emperor grasp the weight of his words? Was he truly prepared to pit his meager power against the combined might of the Half-Titans and Stone Giants?

Inside the banquet hall, amid the palpable shock, even Loris, Sina, and the venerable Elder Gary could hardly believe what they were hearing. Could it be that the Human Majesty was genuinely standing by their side?

“Human Emperor, have you perhaps misinterpreted our objectives?”

Fixating his gaze on Leo Ray’s unwavering countenance, Lila furrowed her brows and reiterated, “We hold no animosity toward the Human Clan; our interest lies solely in locating that Ancient Titan Temple, nothing more.”

“As for the Rainforest Fortress Alliance and the Desert Alliance, their long-standing feud with us has nothing to do with the Human Clan. Do you follow?”

As she spoke, Lila’s beautiful eyes narrowed, searing into Leo Ray’s dark pupils as she searched for any trace of apprehension or wavering.

Just as Leo Ray had surmised, they remained ignorant of the precise location of the Ancient Titan Relics; thus, they refrained from outright aggression, hoping to extract that information from him instead.

After all, Leo Ray’s combat prowess was unexpectedly formidable, making it difficult to coerce information through conventional intimidation or spiritual pressure.

Furthermore, because Leo Ray had consistently engaged in tactics to erode the fragile alliance between the Half-Titans and Stone Giants, they felt entitled to undermine him in return. Whether they intended to honor their promises later was another matter entirely.

“I shall repeat myself: I will not surrender the Ancient Relics to you. Is that not clear enough?”

Leo Ray arched a brow, his face remaining as stoic as stone.

He was keenly aware of their machinations. If he permitted them to act against Loris and the others, his own fate would be sealed the moment they were no longer useful. He certainly wouldn't gamble the survival of the Human Clan on their word, especially since his sights were set on the Starry Ocean; how could he possibly stagnate here?

Moreover, the trust placed in him by Loris, Sina, and Elder Gary was profound. Based on that alone, he would never betray their confidence.

“Human Majesty, do you truly intend to share our fate and advance alongside us?”

Upon hearing his resolve, Loris, Sina, and Elder Gary moved forward, their faces radiant with a mix of urgency and hope.

“I stated from the beginning that you are my comrades in arms. I would never stand idly by while you face peril, even if our opponent is a formidable second-tier power,” Leo Ray smiled at them, his tone resolute. “This is my vow, and it is a path I must tread.”

“Your Majesty of the Humans, we shall never forget this grace!”

As these words echoed, the leaders were overcome with immense gratitude, an sentiment shared by all the allied experts present.

True character is forged in the fires of adversity. The actions of the Human Majesty had left an indelible mark upon them, offering a glimmer of light in their bleak situation.

“You arrogant fool, you are merely begging for annihilation!”

Watching the scene unfold, Hollis II’s patience finally snapped, and his weathered, scarred face contorted with rage.

Normally, his volatile temperament would have triggered an outburst the moment Leo Ray first spoke.

However, upon reflection, he knew that Leo Ray and his associates possessed half-step Tier 7 strength and had utterly confounded the likes of Rax and Payton. Forcing a confrontation would inevitably result in heavy losses, potentially involving the death of Tier 6 Experts, or even the loss of top-tier combat power.

If the Stone Giants suffered such losses, it would be ideal for his own interests. But should his own side bear the brunt of the casualties, the power balance would shift drastically.

Hollis II understood this, as did Lila, which was why she had repeatedly probed Leo Ray’s intentions.

Now that Leo Ray was committed to a fight, there was no room left for hesitation.

They understood that they must maintain the alliance between their two clans until Leo Ray and his group were eradicated, allowing them to focus their full might on the task at hand.

Furious, Hollis II struck his throne and cold-bloodedly declared, “In that case, none of you shall leave this place alive!”

As his heavy words resonated, every Half-Titan expert, including Prince Rax and Prince Bruce, drew their weapons in anticipation of the slaughter.

“Human Emperor, I had originally hoped for a pleasant conversation throughout the night, but since you remain so ungrateful, do not blame me for our hostility.”