[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant":3,"chapter-titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-168":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Titan King: Ascension of the Giant",{"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},244588,518,"Chapter 168 They're wise, but their perspective is limited","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-168",168,"\u003Cp>Black Forest, Southern Dense Woods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder, the traps are set. Should we start driving the beast tide?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The speaker was a Geckos leader from the cannon fodder troops, assigned to Rockwell for this beast tide operation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rockwell, now noticeably taller and more imposing than before, leaned against a massive tree, his gaze fixed on the southern forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A gnoll scout just reported that the hexapods are veering off course, away from the traps we've set.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We can't let them escape!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rockwell's eyes narrowed with determination. He was filled with ambition for this beast tide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was on the verge of reaching the peak of hero-level, soon to enter the ranks eligible for Alpha-level resources.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rockwell understood that to secure Alpha-level resources, strength alone wasn't enough—he needed to amass significant battle achievements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Currently, he had two competitors: Earthshaker and Desdemona.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most believed Earthshaker to be Rockwell's greatest rival, and Rockwell had thought the same at first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But after consulting Prophet Onyx, Rockwell learned that Desdemona, the succubus elder, was even stronger than him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This realization put immense pressure on Rockwell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The beast tide was his chance to accumulate achievements and surpass both Earthshaker and Desdemona.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Prepare yourselves. We'll circle around and drive the hexapods back into the traps!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whether we feast on meat or gnaw on bark in the coming days depends on this hunt!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Geckos leader, hearing this, grew visibly excited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>According to the Stoneheart Horde's rules, participants in large-scale hunts were entitled to a share of the prey after the horde took its portion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While the cannon fodder troops received a smaller share, the sheer volume of the beast tide meant they could still secure a substantial amount of food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder, we'll follow your lead! Anyone who disobeys, I'll personally whip them into shape!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rockwell nodded slightly, his attitude toward the Geckos leader neither warm nor cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elsewhere in the forest, the succubus elders Desdemona and Vespera had gathered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were among the key planners of this hunting operation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This hunt wasn't just a test for the eight council elders—it was also a competition among them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder Desdemona, has our queen given any instructions?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Desdemona shook her head. Her once-perfect figure had begun to show signs of age, losing the allure of her youth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But her wisdom had only grown with time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Vespera, this time, we're on our own.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With so many gnolls and geckos assisting us, you should have more confidence!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vespera was still young. Though she had been chosen as one of the eight council elders, her mindset remained rooted in the succubus clan's traditional ways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In other words, Vespera was still somewhat fearful and anxious about facing the beast tide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This time, our goal is to work together to hunt as many beasts as possible and stockpile food for the horde's winter reserves.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't think about anything else!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With our queen and her sister here, the succubus clan will not decline within the Stoneheart Horde. On the contrary, we will only grow stronger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As for us, we need to keep a low profile and focus on honing our skills.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Work hard with me, Vespera!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vespera nodded. She trusted Desdemona's words. Read new adventures at empire\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, Desdemona had been an elder of the succubus clan since Vespera was a child.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On a forested hill, Prophet Onyx and Rendall sat across from each other, their gazes fixed on the plains and woods in the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The chieftain has summoned another council meeting. Do you think something major has happened?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rendall's tone carried a hint of worry. He always felt uneasy without knowing the specifics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relax. With the chieftain in Blackstone City, nothing will go wrong.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides, the chieftain's orders were for us to return after the hunt, which means it's not urgent.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Prophet Onyx's calm words eased Rendall's concerns somewhat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shifting the topic, Rendall brought up the current hunt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I've noticed that the two succubus elders, while putting in effort, aren't giving it their all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rendall wasn't particularly clever, but his experience allowed him to pick up on certain things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They're wise, but their perspective is limited.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No matter how strong the succubus clan becomes, Chieftain Orion will always have room for them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They underestimate the chieftain's vision and ambition. They haven't yet adapted to the horde's pace of development.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I suspect Delilah hasn't guided them because she wants them to figure it out on their own.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After all, they're both intelligent and far more cunning than most.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Prophet Onyx spoke, his gaze shifted to Rockwell, who was driving the beast tide below. A satisfied smile appeared on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Understanding Orion's ambitions, Prophet Onyx had given Rockwell some guidance, instilling in him a sense of purpose and drive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This drive was a vital energy, a spirit that could influence both temperament and cultivation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Rockwell maintained this energy, it would make his eventual advancement to Alpha-level much smoother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was an advantage the two succubus elders lacked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Succubi always overthink things.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rendall agreed with Prophet Onyx, feeling that Desdemona and Vespera were too cautious and indirect in their actions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, as the cannon fodder troops actively hunted the beast tide, Orion was awakened by the playful laughter of children outside his tent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whose brats are making such a racket outside my tent so early in the morning?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion grumbled, still nestled under the animal skins, holding a naked Lilith in his arms. He kissed her nipple lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My dear Orion, have you forgotten?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The ones practicing combat techniques outside are your new disciple and a group of younglings!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion, who had been about to close his eyes and laze in bed a little longer, suddenly opened them wide in realization.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rolan?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Exactly!\" Lilith giggled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion gave Lilith's firm buttocks a light slap, signaling her to get up and help him dress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nearby, Lysinthia and Violet also opened their eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To Orion's surprise, it was Violet who got up first to assist Lilith in dressing him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion responded with a soft hum and kissed Violet lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lysinthia leaned in as well, and Orion kissed her too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, since you're all awake, why don't you prepare something delicious? Rolan is still growing, and as his elders, you shouldn't hold back on your cooking skills.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1044,"2026-05-29T15:49:11.112Z","2026-06-01T04:29:39.741Z",1,"novelbin.me","878ce46ec214fd9278d261dd6773e41e60c23ef02159b5fe66a1845b34f6a9d0","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-169","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-167",1606,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ftitan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-cover.jpg"]