241: Entertainment Mode

But for the Western deity—"Olexia"—these concerns were non-existent.

Thus, Shang Wan Ning gritted her teeth.

Determined to push Olexia out and make her the celebrity spokesperson (money-making expert) of the Underworld.

This way, Olexia's charm as a goddess could be fully displayed, and Shang Wan Ning wouldn't feel the slightest guilt in her heart.

Besides, creating a celebrity deity IP had immense potential.

Perhaps it could cause a global sensation, combined with the Ghost Messenger boy and girl groups launched by the Underworld.

This combination would be invincible!

In just a few seconds, hundreds of brilliant money-making ideas flashed through Shang Wan Ning's mind.

She looked up at Olexia again; her previous irritability had vanished, and she even lightly licked her lips.

Staring... Olexia suddenly felt the air become several degrees hotter.

Her divine sense felt as if it were being scorched, quickly retracting from the Empress's face.

[How strange? It's as if the prey has turned into the predator.]

"Your Excellency Goddess of Desire, do you long to earn the power of faith? The Underworld can tailor a platform for you."

"Just sign a century-long contract, and we can split the profits 20/80—no, 30/70." Shang Wan Ning used honorifics for the first time, clearly setting a trap and waiting for Olexia to jump in herself.

"Faith? How could Your Majesty be so generous as to share faith???" Olexia's eyelid twitched.

When she heard the word "faith," her heart was already shamelessly tempted.

Having dealt with Shang Wan Ning many times, Olexia knew well that the Empress's character was to pluck feathers from a passing goose and skin a walking beast.

She highly suspected there was a huge trap ahead, waiting for her to jump in voluntarily.

But faith was crucial for a Rank 1 Deity like her, whose strength was severely damaged.

It was the key to whether she could return to Rank 9 or even touch the threshold of a Chief God.

The God War between the East and West a thousand years ago ended with the defeat of the Western gods.

Since then, the East preserved its myths and legends, while all information regarding Western gods was burned, and they lost the qualification to enter the Source Realm to slumber.

They could only seek other planes, like those Outer Gods, to fight for faith and prevent their realm from falling.

At the current stage on the Mercury Plane, the races that believed in the Goddess of Desire were few and far between, aside from the dark races.

She knew her true situation; she likely didn't even have more than 50,000 general believers, which was truly pathetic.

"Clunk," a big pie landed on her.

Olexia found it hard to believe Shang Wan Ning would be so generous; it was completely out of character.

In reality, her teasing of the Empress this time was to absorb a few breaths of pure and sweet desire from Shang Wan Ning.

One breath could equal several years of bitter cultivation of desire, no different from a panacea.

Shang Wan Ning perceived Olexia's hesitation and immediately pressed her advantage.

"Your Excellency Goddess of Desire, this is a once-in-ten-thousand-years opportunity. The Underworld has extensive connections and abundant resources, which can help a deity rapidly accumulate the power of faith."

"And this profit-sharing ratio is already my greatest sincerity."

Olexia was conflicted.

The Empress's rhetoric was exactly the same as last time at the Nether Beach.

The temptation of "faith" was truly immense, yet she feared Shang Wan Ning had set a trap.

Her eyes darted around. "Your Majesty, I can sign the contract, but I must review the plan first, and the split must be 40/60."

Shang Wan Ning was delighted in her heart but feigned difficulty on her face: "Your Excellency, a 40/60 split is indeed a bit troublesome. However, for the sake of A-Yu and Sister Meng, I will take another step back. But rest assured about the plan; it will definitely be the most suitable for you."

Olexia nodded: "Then I shall look at the plan first. If it's feasible, the contract will be signed."

[Merde! So what if it's honey-coated poison? I'll eat it first.]

"Actually, a 50/50 split isn't impossible either." Shang Wan Ning crossed her arms.

She seemed to be waiting for the other party's reaction.

"Be a Subordinate God! Be my Subordinate God." Shang Wan Ning's tone carried an unquestionable majesty.

This decision wasn't an impulse; it was the result of careful consideration.

If a contract was signed, Olexia's interests would be closely tied to the Underworld. If she betrayed them, the price she would face would be enormous.

However, if they went all the way in one step...

Making Olexia a Subordinate God would be a different story.

This way, Shang Wan Ning wouldn't have to worry about Olexia's betrayal, and Olexia wouldn't have to be wary of the Underworld.

After becoming one of their own, Olexia would naturally enjoy better treatment than she did as a captive.

"Of course, I won't sign an unequal treaty like a master-servant contract."

"The relationship between us is equal, and Your Excellency will still have full autonomy," Shang Wan Ning added, her expression sincere.

Olexia was slightly stunned upon hearing this, clearly not expecting Shang Wan Ning to throw out such a proposal.

Becoming a Subordinate God meant she needed to establish a closer connection with the Underworld.

But at the same time, she could gain an equal status and a degree of freedom.

She fell silent for a moment, weighing the pros and cons.

On one hand, becoming a Subordinate God would allow her to gain the full support of the Underworld, quickly accumulate faith, and return to her peak; on the other hand, she worried if there were hidden risks—for example, "submitting" to someone.

Shang Wan Ning saw her hesitation.

She curled her index finger to brush aside the stray hairs on Olexia's forehead, her gaze tender and affectionate.

"Your Excellency, after becoming my Subordinate God, thirty percent of the Underworld's resources will be at your disposal."

"Moreover, in this era of Spiritual Energy Revival and great competition, with the Underworld as your backer, your safety will also be fully guaranteed."

Olexia's heart stirred.

She had to admit that what Shang Wan Ning said was indeed very attractive to her.

Now that her strength was damaged, every step in this complex situation was exceptionally difficult.

If she could have a powerful backer, it would undoubtedly make her situation much easier.

After some deep thought, Olexia finally nodded.

"Fine, I agree to become Your Majesty's Subordinate God. But the Empress must keep her promise."

Shang Wan Ning was stunned for a few seconds, then nodded slightly. "Naturally, I am as good as my word."

In her heart, she had already begun to quietly plan how to use Olexia to create the Underworld's celebrity deity IP.

To make her a bright calling card for the Underworld, attracting more fanatic believers and resources.

An activity of "harvesting leeks" concerning faith and interest quietly began.

"A Ning, it's a pleasure to work with you."

"Since I've become one of our own, the agreement at the beach last time naturally becomes invalid."

Olexia's eyes were deep as they swept over Shang Wan Ning, who was standing with a straight back.

"Of course, we are friends, and even more, a community of interests."