Reborn with Infinity Skill Points, I Enslaved All Universes
Chapter 187 -187-The Tsundere Devotee

Chapter 187: Chapter187-The Tsundere Devotee

"So what you mean is... you want me to assist you?"

"That’s right."

In the blink of an eye, Charlotte understood exactly what Daniel was asking of her.

Even though her body was still trembling instinctively in the presence of a god, she was doing everything in her power to maintain a composed expression.

"If I become your devotee, will there be any limitations placed on me?" she asked cautiously.

"I’m destined to become a god myself. If becoming your devotee will strip me of that qualification, then I must decline."

Charlotte did her utmost to state her stance clearly, but deep down, her fear only grew stronger.

She understood all too well that the one standing before her—Daniel—could decide her life or death with just a single thought.

To a god, someone like her was nothing more than an insect.

Just as Charlotte was convinced that this exalted being would scoff at her bold condition and reject her outright, a deep and commanding voice echoed in her ear.

"Of course you may."

Hearing that the god had no intention of obstructing her ambitions, Charlotte quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

Then, as if a thought suddenly struck her, she took the initiative to ask another question.

"Oh great god, may I ask... how many devotees do you currently command?"

Daniel had no intention of hiding such things from her.

In fact, he had even been honest just moments ago when discussing the subject of godhood.

After all, he wasn’t a god himself yet—how could he possibly know what the requirements were to become one?

"Besides you, there’s the elf Alice... and my inheritor, Daniel."

Daniel?

Charlotte’s eyes flashed with surprise.

That name again?

"Wait... if I choose to become your devotee, will I still have the chance to surpass you in the future?" she asked quickly, her tone probing but serious.

The question gave Daniel pause for a brief moment. But he still responded with warmth and gentleness.

"I place no restrictions on the personal growth of my devotees. If you possess the strength, then anything is possible."

Charlotte, like a child with endless curiosity, immediately launched into another round of questioning the moment she received an answer.

"Then, if I become your devotee... what do I need to do?"

"Continue to grow stronger. The stronger, the better."

To Daniel, the role of a devotee had evolved.

They were no longer mere followers or tools to be used for gathering resources—they were living, breathing, and constantly updating skill books.

There was no longer any point in asking his devotees to provide materials or tributes.

After all, the kinds of materials he needed now were so rare that not even his devotees could possibly procure them—not from the surface world, and certainly not from the abyss.

The further Daniel progressed and unlocked more pages of the God Rank Skill Compendium, the more he discovered that the top-tier skills required materials of terrifying rarity.

Some of these items didn’t even exist in the known world.

Because of that, Daniel had stopped relying on his devotees for materials entirely.

What he truly needed now were devotees who could continue to grow stronger—preferably at an alarming rate.

The stronger they became, the more powerful and diverse the skills Daniel could acquire.

Take Alice, for example. Daniel’s current primary offensive method was actually a heavily enhanced version of her exclusive skill.

If Alice didn’t exist, Daniel’s output would be significantly diminished.

So in Daniel’s eyes, devotees were no longer just subordinate entities—they were critical sources of high-level skill acquisition.

"With your current strength," Daniel said calmly, "there’s no way you could accomplish the tasks I would assign you."

"Use every second to become stronger. Only once you’ve grown powerful enough will you be eligible to take on my missions."

"Right now, you’re simply not qualified."

Charlotte’s fists clenched unconsciously.

She was the most powerful member of the entire blood clan. She had always held an unshakable confidence in her strength.

And yet today... her strength had been dismissed so casually.

The feeling of being looked down upon made Charlotte extremely uncomfortable.

But even she had to admit it—when standing before a god, her current power was laughably insignificant.

"Then tell me," she asked sharply, "if I agree to become your devotee... what can you offer me in return?"

Despite the barrage of questions, Daniel showed no signs of impatience. Instead, he answered with calm composure.

"I can grant you access to God Rank Skills."

"Beyond that, I can also provide you with additional support—such as resurrection."

"If you happen to die out there, I can bring you back."

Charlotte’s eyes widened with surprise at the mention of resurrection, and a brief glimmer of excitement flashed across her face. But she quickly regained her composure and responded solemnly.

"Oh great god, I understand your terms. And now, I am willing to pledge my loyalty to you."

"I, Charlotte, am willing to become your devotee—provided you grant me the strength I desire."

"I also vow to carry out your commands to the best of my ability."

To Charlotte, temporarily submitting to someone stronger wasn’t the end of the world.

What she truly yearned for was power—an unstoppable, unrivaled strength.

So pledging allegiance to a god was, in her eyes, a worthwhile trade.

After all, through this devotion, she could obtain that strength much faster.

No one craved power more than Charlotte.

No one desired ascension more than she did.

And as for Daniel? Charlotte didn’t view him as a master to be revered. She saw him as a conduit—a source of the power she desperately sought.

Still, despite that, Charlotte was fully willing to execute the tasks Daniel gave her.

This was, at its core, a transaction.

Daniel would provide her with strength—and in exchange, she would complete his missions.

Charlotte had long since accepted the idea that power came at a cost.

If not for that conviction, she wouldn’t have come to the Infinite Divine Temple in the first place, hoping to become a god’s believer.

And the moment she accepted, a glowing prompt appeared before Daniel’s eyes:

[You have gained a new devotee. Total number of devotees: 2]

[You have acquired the following skills: Ascension Summon, Sacrificial Ritual Circle, Blood Transfer...]

Seeing the list of new skills, Daniel’s lips curled into a slight smirk.

Surpass me? Do you think it’s that simple?

Charlotte had no way of knowing that her exclusive skills had already been learned and mastered by Daniel.

Worse still, because of Daniel’s unique bonuses, he could wield Charlotte’s own skills with greater power and efficiency than she ever could.

"All points maxed out," Daniel muttered.

He felt no resentment toward Charlotte’s proud and challenging attitude.

On the contrary, he was quite pleased.

He wanted Charlotte to maintain her fiery drive.

Because the stronger she became, the more powerful Daniel would become as well.

With such a diligent and determined devotee, perhaps it was time to give her some proper guidance.

Daniel wasn’t concerned about her catching up to him.

What he did worry about was the possibility of getting a lazy, unmotivated devotee instead.

Even the most gifted follower would be useless if they lacked drive and strength.

All they would offer him were basic and low-tier skills.

So yes—he preferred someone like Charlotte.

Someone ambitious.

Someone who would stop at nothing to grow stronger.

Because the stronger Charlotte became...

...the stronger he would become too.