Lear gazed at the hyena groveling without any limit, his eyebrows slightly raised.

There was no disdain in his heart. When one cannot control their fate, how many are willing to be this humble?

Perhaps such people can live longer.

He turned to look at Kalanis.

"You choose for yourself."

He wouldn't stay in Lorand City for long; it was up to her to select the best candidates to control the Faceless Hermitage.

Kalanis's eyes were deep.

"Sir, let's choose him first... He knows more about the Faceless Hermitage, and besides, he has no limits, willing to do anything."

As long as the leash is tight, a vicious dog can ease its master's worries.

Lear nodded.

"Can you enslave him, making him completely obedient to you?"

Kalanis pondered for a moment and shook her head.

"I can't, but I can leave the power of tyranny in his mind. As long as he harbors any ill will towards me, it will directly destroy his soul..."

Oh?

Could the power of the Divine also have such differences?

Lear's eyes flickered.

With the Swamp Divine Format, he could directly enslave targets, making them completely submit... a transformation from the soul itself.

It was the first time he was discussing this kind of power with someone.

"Any other feelings?"

"None. My control over the Divine Format is in a very primitive state, requiring further research."

"If I discover anything, I will report to you at once."

Lear nodded, saying no more.

He glanced at the hyena on the ground, whose spirits had lifted.

"You should know what to do."

The hyena suddenly raised its head, speaking in a frenzied tone.

"I am Kalanis Your Majesty's dog. Whoever dares to disrespect the master, I will tear their throat with my teeth!"

What's wrong with being a dog?!

Especially being a dog for such a prominent figure!!

It's something many people would eagerly wish for but cannot attain!!

Lear said nothing more. The rest required Kalanis's control.

After pondering for a moment, he continued.

"The Faceless Hermitage is the most complex underground force in Lorand City, with many Evil God worshippers."

"The power of tyranny you now control is the key to breaking the pattern."

Kalanis's biggest trump card now wasn't her fighting ability.

It was the part of the Evil God's power she held.

For the Evil God worshippers, it would be a complete downgrade blow, and if he operated it, it wouldn't take long to gather a legion of fervent believers.

With Kalanis's wisdom, willing to lower herself, she wouldn't perform poorly either.

But the other side likely won't let go of their inner steadfastness, which is both a flaw and a glaring strength. Otherwise, they wouldn't be able to subdue authority, so arranging some bottomless people like hyenas is very important.

Many people in superior positions like to keep crafty and fierce individuals under them to deal with the shady, reputation-wrecking matters.

Just like ancient emperors raising eunuchs.

Seeing Kalanis in thought, Lear continued.

"Enslave some, recruit some, unite some, and purge some... You are a deity from the Abyss; no one can stop your will."

"The Faceless Hermitage will be completely ruled by tyranny."

"You don't need to worry about the impacts on the surface... I've already found you a strong backup."

"If you encounter an urgent, unmanageable matter, you can seek the Changge Clan."

This Duke Clan, though not frequently contacted, has established enough relations with him—

Their life and death are tied to him.

Without needing him to say anything, the vast network of connections they manage will naturally protect his power in Lorand City.

On the surface, the White Crow Commerce Association already has his angel investor as support; no need for outsiders to intervene.

The hidden forces are more complex and hard to grasp, making it unsuitable for Firina to step in.

The Changge Clan... would be willing to establish deeper ties with him, even binding their interests entirely together.

Even if it means working together in such clandestine affairs.

But this is based on Kalanis encountering emergencies beyond her handling capabilities.

Unless necessary, this dark pawn is best played in the shadows.

The hyena, hearing this, lowered its head deeply.

The Changge Clan? That Duke Clan?

The joy and delight in his heart soared to the peak at this moment.

This is the glory of being a dog for a great character.

Ordinarily, a power of this level is beyond the reach of scum like him?!

Praise Your Majesty!!

Kalanis looked deeply at Lear, her eyes full of fervor.

Though she didn't understand why even a hidden giant like the Changge Clan would follow Lear's orders.

But after all she had experienced during this period, she had entirely regarded him as her master, even a deity of worship!

Her trust in him was unparalleled.

"As you wish, my lord!"

Lear looked at the hyena.

"Give a general introduction to the Faceless Hermitage, focusing on who is the strongest, what forces and factions are there, and who needs to be most careful..."

The hyena's spirit welled up, immediately responding.

"Your Majesty, the Hermitage's strongest is the president, Gleis, who has reached Level 18, a Great Knight Level existence, also cultivated single-handedly by the Tulip Clan."

"Within the Hermitage, the highest authority is the Elder Council, responsible for all matters big and small. The Elder Council holds 17 seats."

"Among them, 3 seats are controlled by the Tulip Clan, and the remaining 14 are spread out, occupied by various Evil God Sects, the strongest being the followers of the God of Tyranny, who hold two seats, with their bishop also at a Level 18..."

In the hyena's narrative, Lear gained a direct understanding of this underground force teeming with Evil God worshippers.

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