Regardless of which deity they followed or how talented they were in their own worlds, the look in their eyes as they watched Olivia had become exceptionally complex.
From her few simple displays of power, they could judge one thing with certainty.
At the same class rank, they were no match for her.
This was a staggering conclusion.
Those present had been brought by the gods themselves; they were the favored children of their respective worlds, the strongest individuals beneath the stars.
Yet they realized with a sense of sorrow that no one could best Olivia at the same rank.
At her current level, she was invincible among those of her rank—she was the strongest Destroyer!
The competition among the gods continued. Believers took the field one after another on behalf of their deities, but no one dared to challenge Olivia again.
In fact, no one even challenged the Radiant Light Church.
However, just because no one challenged them didn't mean the church remained idle.
Adam and Guinevere also stepped forward to challenge believers from rival factions.
Both experienced wins and losses.
Winning was fine, and when they lost, they simply surrendered in time to avoid any real danger.
Even Rose stepped out twice more.
Only Olivia remained silent. Her value had already been proven; there was no need for her to say more.
She watched the battles of the other geniuses from the sidelines as a silent observer.
As she watched, Olivia came to a realization.
Was she really only invincible within the Destroyer rank?
Why did she feel that those Controllers didn't seem much stronger than her?
Was the transformation brought by divine power truly that immense?
She still had several divine skills she hadn't used yet, simply because her previous opponents weren't worthy of them.
If she used those skills, would those Controllers truly be a match for her?
This thought made Olivia restless. She wondered if she should proactively challenge a Controller to test her theory.
But such a thing required the Goddess's permission.
Approaching the Radiant Goddess, Olivia quietly shared her thoughts.
After hearing her out, the Radiant Goddess looked at her with a half-smile. “Do you know? The gods are already paying very close attention to you. Do you want them to watch you even more?”
This single sentence sent a chill through Olivia's heart.
Being the center of attention for the gods was not a good thing. The gap in power was far too vast; against them, Olivia had no room for resistance.
Even if the gods didn't necessarily harbor ill will, just being targeted by their gaze was enough to make anyone uneasy.
“Never mind, then. I won't do it,” Olivia said quickly.
Hearing this, the Radiant Goddess seemed displeased. “What do you mean? You're backing down just because of a little scare? How can someone who lacks the courage to press forward call themselves my believer?”
Olivia was stunned. “Goddess, didn't you mean that I should stop standing out?”
The Radiant Goddess blinked. “Did I say that?”
Was that not what she meant?
Olivia looked at the Radiant Goddess, momentarily speechless. She found this deity exceptionally hard to read.
The Radiant Goddess smiled again. “Didn't I just say it? You've already been targeted by the gods. Whether you perform more or not won't change that fact.
“In that case, why not show off as much as you want?
“Perhaps you might even catch them off guard and take out a few of their lackeys—as long as you act decisively enough.”
So, the Radiant Goddess actually supported her standing out?
But it certainly hadn't sounded like that at first.
Whatever, she wouldn't dwell on it.
Since the Radiant Goddess had spoken plainly, Olivia naturally chose to act.
Even if the gods were watching, the Radiant Goddess would protect her, wouldn't she?
On the contrary, holding back might actually displease the Goddess.
It was unwise to upset her only benefactor.
Olivia began to prepare, waiting for the current battle in the arena to end before making her move.
She waited for an entire day.
A day later, after a winner was decided, Olivia immediately stepped onto the field.
Seeing her approach, the believer who had just won turned pale and hurried off the stage.
Meanwhile, the eyes of the many believers around the arena fell upon Olivia, filled with various emotions.
Olivia's mere presence commanded attention; after all, her track record was far too incredible.
Everyone wondered who she intended to challenge.
The believers belonging to factions hostile to the Radiant Light Church tensed up.
Who would she choose?
Under the gaze of the crowd, Olivia said unhurriedly, “I challenge the Black Monarch.”
The entire arena erupted in an uproar.
The Black Monarch?
How did she dare?
Even if she was exceptionally strong and the most powerful Destroyer, how could she dare to challenge the Black Monarch?
The Black Monarch was a Controller!
Moreover, not long ago, the Black Monarch had fought and defeated another Controller, demonstrating terrifying strength.
At this moment, the Black Monarch looked deeply at Olivia.
He was a believer under the Death Sovereign and controlled an alternate space called the Black World on the deity's behalf. He was the strongest existence in that world, which was why he was known as the Black Monarch.
Challenged by name, the Black Monarch didn't need a word from the Death Sovereign; he stepped forward on his own.
As a dignified Controller, being challenged by a Destroyer was a clear slight to his status. Even if only to defend his pride, he had to fight.
He was tall and wore a suit of pitch-black armor that covered his entire body. Just by walking out, a powerful aura of death naturally emanated from him.
Upon reaching the center, he raised his hand, and a spear wreathed in black mist appeared out of thin air.
“I shall grant you eternal death!”
As the Black Monarch spoke, he made his move.
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