Chapter 708: Open and Public! The Wolf‑Kid's Ambition!

Accompanied by a faint sound, the teleportation vortex vanished without a trace.

Jiang Chengyu, who returned safely and smoothly, gave Ximen Zhirou a hug, then chatted briefly with each Dependents.

Finally, they came to Su Yang.

"Boss, this time I didn't disappoint you, nor the big guy; I finally got the Hidden Achievement!" Jiang Chengyu said with a laugh.

"Congratulations, you finally took that step." Su Yang clapped his hands in celebration.

"I used to think the SS Rating was easy, but only upon reaching here did I realize the game's difficulty far exceeds imagination."

"If the time weren't long enough, or luck not sufficient, I could never reach the Hidden Threshold."

"Speaking of it, all this owes thanks to the Old Era Remnant Faction's helping hand; their covert scheming let me see hope!" Jiang Chengyu explained.

"Did you properly thank them?" Su Yang asked with a smile.

"I will strictly follow the teaching, be shattered to pieces, leaving none behind." Jiang Chengyu nodded slightly.

With those words spoken, Jiang Chengyu stared into Su Yang's eyes, then shifted tone, "Boss, why are your eyes…"

Mentioning that, Lin Yang and Qin Weiyang both felt a sudden tightness in their hearts.

What is meant to come will always come!

"I've long wanted the answer to that question; I returned two days before you, Old Jiang, and asked the same thing, but the Boss said we must wait until everyone is present before speaking," Ximen Zhirou explained.

"Who else is missing?" Jiang Chengyu looked around.

"Xi Jun!"

Jiang Chengyu glanced at the time, murmuring, "... less than twelve hours remain until the end."

Su Yang saw the strong curiosity in their eyes and said calmly, "Since most people have arrived, while we continue waiting, I should also clarify the situation."

"As for Xi Jun's side... please fill us in,"

Upon hearing this, Ximen Zhirou could no longer sit still, stood up and asked, "Boss, what exactly happened?"

Lu Junsheng, standing nearby, saw his 'misbehavior' and a thought flashed through his brain.

In an instant, the Dependents present displayed varied expressions.

Su Yang slightly lifted his eyelids and said slowly, "I have lost the Ascend God Seed identity."

These light words fell like a sudden thunderclap on flat ground.

Boom—

"What?!" the crowd shouted in unison.

One stone raised a thousand layers of waves!

Ximen Zhirou's eyes widened even more, his pupils flickering, "Boss, you…"

A flash of brilliance crossed Jiang Chengyu's eyes, and his voice involuntarily rose, "So what does that mean now? Are we all doomed?"

"That's not right, is it? Then who is the team's leader now?" Luo Shuangshuang furrowed her eyebrows.

"Why is this happening?" Wang Yuning's tone mixed with some worry.

Everyone's mind displayed the same question—

What exactly has Su Yang encountered?

"I faked death to escape the Golden Throne, and gambled everything to obtain a rare Hidden Achievement; I was elated, but after emerging I realized I had lost this crucial identity," Su Yang narrated calmly.

"Fake Death?" a look of surprise appeared in Jiang Chengyu's eyes.

"Escape…" Ximen Zhirou's heart shook greatly.

"Golden Throne?!" Luo Shuangshuang was startled, then quickly asked, "Have you already found the direction to step onto the Golden Road?"

Su Yang, not intending to hide anything, nodded calmly, "Precisely, I am now at the starting point of the Golden Road."

"This happening is surprising not only to you but also to me."

"The team lost an Ascend God Seed, yet the big guy remains unaffected."

"Therefore, after discussing with Lin Yang, I infer... a new Ascend God Seed will arise among you!"

"Whoever gains a higher Faith Value in this round of Death Game becomes the Boss!"

Hiss!

Everyone involuntarily inhaled a breath of cold air.

They looked at each other, all seeing intent in the other's eyes.

Ascend God Seed!

The team's Boss!

Those captivating red eyes have long stirred their hearts.

Although not shown in daily life, that is because Su Yang's authority is too strong.

His position is unshakable.

Now he himself has spoken the truth.

Undoubtedly it gave everyone a sudden wake‑up call!

Hope has arrived!

Jiang Chengyu's mouth twitched upward, but he quickly stopped, his expression returning to normal, "So we now have to compare Faith Values with each other?"

"Exactly. To put it simply, whoever's score is higher becomes the decision‑maker!" Su Yang solemnly nodded.

With those words spoken, everyone's breathing quickened involuntarily.

The long‑suppressed ambition and fangs finally emerged at this moment.

Without any hesitation!

"Boss, if I sit on that throne, will power struggles like this still occur?" Ximen Zhirou asked eagerly.

"Of course, unless you kill all Dependents, or if you cannot suppress everyone, the next time that position will change hands!" Su Yang nodded.

"Even if it's just once, a little thrill is enough!" Ximen Zhirou said excitedly.

Su Yang merely smiled at that and said nothing more.

Who among those present doesn't have ambition?

And who would be willing to have their life thread grasped by others?

Take the usually low‑key Lu Junsheng as an example.

If he were to sit in that position, he would inevitably strive to become stronger.

If possible, he would spend several thousand Faith Value to purchase that one‑of‑a‑kind Resurrection opportunity.

To resurrect his lover or child.

Everyone harbors wishes and ambition in their heart.

As the saying goes, a soldier who doesn't want to be a general isn't a good soldier.

"How thrilling... I haven't been this excited in a long time," Jiang Chengyu licked his lips.

"So when the time comes and the game ends, a result will be produced?" Luo Shuangshuang asked.

Su Yang nodded.

"Then let's wait together, each relying on their own ability!" Jiang Chengyu laughed heartily.

Lin Yang, seeing this, felt uneasy, pulled Su Yang aside and whispered, "Why did you explain to them so thoroughly? Some things needn't be said."

"Even if we don't say it, they'll find out sooner or later; better to be clean and straightforward than to hide," Su Yang said.

"Didn't you see their reaction? One after another, like beasts that pick their prey to devour, eager to usurp at once," Lin Yang said gravely.

"The rules are just like that, and it's also a fact that my eyes have faded; paper can't contain Fire," Su Yang said.

"But..." Lin Yang clenched his teeth.

"You have no confidence in yourself?" Su Yang interrupted.

"I do have confidence, but I always feel that Jiang Chengyu is acting oddly," Lin Yang glanced sideways, seeing him now chatting freely with Ximen Zhirou, and couldn't help but purse his lips.

"What do you mean?" Su Yang suddenly became interested.

"Just a gut feeling—don't you think his gaze at you is a bit strange?" Lin Yang said.

"I saw it; for a brief moment, he seemed ready to devour me whole." Su Yang replied calmly.

"Don't blame me for being suspicious; I suspect he encountered something in the game."

Su Yang shrugged with a smile, "It's just the Old Era Remnant Faction folks; don't worry, I have it under control."