[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea":3,"chapter-i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-1074":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Ascend to the Divine Throne through Arcane Means",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1088289,1419,"Chapter 1074 - 630: The Hope of the Pearl Clan_2","i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-1074",1074,"\u003Cp>It seems that the relationship between Klaus and Matteo is indeed good, which is excellent news for him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Previously, he had subtly informed Klaus that the one opposing the Pearl Clan was a Fishman Legend, yet Klaus still came over, seemingly unconcerned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even so, he must strive for Klaus’s help; this is the Pearl Clan’s last hope!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Berion didn’t want to lead his clan into wandering unless absolutely necessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tell me, what exactly happened to Matteo, and why did he suddenly die?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment of silence, Lis asked Berion in a deep voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Berion’s heart tightened, knowing this was the best chance to win the other’s support.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually, none of us knew this would happen before.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Though Georgia and I were fighting for the tribal alliance leader’s position, Matteo and O’Neill had a good relationship, and our competition was limited to a certain range.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Determining the tribe leader typically requires waiting for the triennial sacrificial ceremony, so Georgia and I have been preparing during this period.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Though Matteo supported Georgia and me in our competition, he did not show much support for anyone, and it seemed O’Neill was the same.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, starting a year ago, Matteo began to go out frequently, and even when he returned, he would only stay for a few days before leaving again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although Matteo never told us what he was doing, it seemed O’Neill was involved in whatever he was preparing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then, two months ago, after Matteo hadn’t returned for three months, people from the Coral Clan suddenly sent a letter on behalf of O’Neill, informing us that Matteo had died.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We didn’t believe Matteo would fall, but we never received any news from him, nor did we find anything despite sending people out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For the first month, the Coral Clan and we coexisted peacefully, but then suddenly, they began to attack us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The news of Matteo’s death had spread within the tribal alliance, leading more and more Fishmen to side with Georgia; the Pearl Clan was no match.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With his head lowered, Berion tried to give the most detailed account possible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t lie, nor was there a need to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The whole matter was fraught with suspicion, only he did not have the ability to investigate the truth about a Legendary figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, he might not have the ability, but Lord Klaus did!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Berion placed all his hopes on Klaus.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis listened carefully to Berion’s account and pondered after asking a few more questions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His primary purpose in coming to the Fishman Tribe was to establish a belief system and gather the power of faith.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Accomplishing this required overcoming two significant obstacles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One was the Fishman Legendary, after all, Legendary strongmen seeking to become stronger mostly chose to walk the ascension path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this involved the distribution of the power of faith.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Currently, the Fishman Tribe in Treasure Pearl Sea was relatively fine, with only one Legendary remaining.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a brief review of the Legendary Fishman O’Neill’s strength through Berion’s memory, Lis wasn’t too worried.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The opponent was already very old...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But precisely because of this, the desire for the power of faith might be even more persistent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, the Sea Goddess Church might interfere with Lis, as it was the deity worshipped by the Treasure Pearl Fishmen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, to the Sea Goddess Church, the Treasure Pearl Fishman Tribe was their reserved land and couldn’t be simply given to others, even to Legends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Lis revealed his true identity, the Sea Goddess Church would certainly give him face, but this would contradict his purpose of hiding his identity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The problem with the Sea Goddess Church shouldn’t be too significant since invaders seeking to capture the faith would be absolute enemies, and Lis’s Fishman disguise still had a chance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The biggest problem was still that Legendary Fishman O’Neill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To Lis, there was no more suitable opponent than O’Neill to demonstrate power and gain fame!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, to earn the awe of believers, the fastest way was still to become the strongest in the group!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The weak naturally submit to power, especially in species like the Fishman Clan and the Beastman Race that revere strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You are Matteo’s successor; this is Matteo’s clan, I can help you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment, Lis calmly looked at Berion and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But... this is not without a price!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Berion raised his head excitedly, wanting to agree immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But whatever the price, as long as it could save the Pearl Clan, he was willing to agree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But at this moment, he realized the Klaus in front of him seemed to have changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He exuded a terrifying aura, like a malevolent beast suddenly awakened, the pressure of it weighing down tangibly on the Fishmen in front.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Berion felt his body uncontrollably trembling, with cold sweat pouring down, a sense of unprecedented fear and despair welling in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, he genuinely felt the insurmountable gap between himself and a Legend, as if facing an unscalable mountain, fueling his reverence and helpless submission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Think clearly, then decide.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis looked at the cold-sweating Berion, speaking with an indifferent demeanor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, under Lord Klaus!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With his head lowered, not daring to meet Lis’s eyes, Berion replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt the terror Lis brought him now was far greater than when he previously saw Matteo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is this a hint of the Legendary Crown’s prowess?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For some reason, a feeling of yearning and reverence rose in Berion’s heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When will I be able to touch this realm?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Berion shook his head, dispelling unrealistic hopes from his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For him and the Pearl Clan now, the most pressing matter was getting out of the current predicament.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, kid.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis gave Berion’s shoulder a vigorous pat and smiled, revealing his gnarly, interlocking teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For Matteo’s sake, I won’t make things difficult for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Worship me, have faith in me, that is sufficient.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Berion raised his head sharply, incredulous as he looked at Lis.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not because the conditions Lis proposed were too harsh, but because these conditions... brought no harm and only benefits to the Pearl Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The power of faith and such had nothing to do with Fishmen below the Legendary level,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether it’s worshipping the Ocean Goddess or offering faith to Klaus, it’s all the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, if Klaus accepted the Pearl Clan’s faith, providing corresponding protection was naturally expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That meant the Pearl Clan would once again have a Legendary-level Guardian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What was there to hesitate about?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Berion quickly lowered his head, afraid that Lis might change his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis could clearly understand the source of Berion’s joy and didn’t care much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, the faith was directed at Fishman Klaus, what did it have to do with Lis Kain?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This faith offering relation had no binding on Lis, and truly in trouble, Lis could abandon it as he willed, unlike the guardianship Berion imagined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Also, being a Fishman tribe residing long in this sea region, the Pearl Clan likely had many treasures stored.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And all of this was his!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis nodded, saying to Berion:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now, arrange for someone to go to the Coral Clan, passing my message to that old fellow O’Neill.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As an apology to the great Klaus, send Georgia here as a Sea God Festival offering, or wait to receive death, you old thing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Berion was momentarily stunned, unsure if he should agree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, the other party was a Legendary Strongman who had existed for a very long time!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What are you looking at? Hurry up and go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis glanced at Berion carelessly, a sinister smile on his face:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you want to be the offering instead?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, I’ll go right away!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Berion felt as if his heart was being gripped tightly and quickly responded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Forget it, no need.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis stood up, looked toward the east of the village, and smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s already delivered to us, this makes things easier!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1315,"2026-06-03T10:58:48.112Z","2026-06-03T10:58:54.021Z",1,"novelbin.me","248a3a6516d169cea98169f4dadd8b040eec41d0f48e69bae62a24773e4ba880","i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-975","i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-974",1658,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-cover.jpg"]