What's the most valuable thing these days?
"Indeed, high-quality talent is the most valuable... Such mature, Big Shot-level figures who can hold their own could never normally pledge allegiance to me."
Among these deities, compared to Lu Ping'an, each could be called an Ancient God.
They have all evolved from mortals, whether they fought their way through challenges, persevered alone, or were trapped with their clans in one place...
"Although generally not doing well... surviving as a deity in this hellhole of the Underworld proves their abilities."
In that world where the "God of Killing" can evolve, surviving is a testament to strength; lasting longer proves your threat level.
Among the Ancient Gods who pledged allegiance to Lu Ping'an, there are those skilled in combat, cultivating legions, or evasion... They generally didn't fare well and felt no affinity for the Underworld, which is why they were willing to abandon everything and board Lu Ping'an's ship.
