Thus, even though Zhou Tian's opponents had offended him quite severely, Zhou Tian still had no intention of annexing them at the time. Of course, although the thought of annexation hadn't arisen, it was nonetheless impossible for Zhou Tian not to retaliate against them for their actions.
So, even though according to the original plan, Zhou Tian had no intention of immediately annexing that Monster Force, he had definitely decided to teach that Human Emperor a lesson. Given his strength, Zhou Tian was confident enough to say that when he went to find that Human Emperor, he would undoubtedly deliver a lesson that would be unforgettable for a lifetime.
Not to annex, but to clean up that Human Emperor, that was Zhou Tian's thought at the time.