The Epic Tale of Chaos vs Order

Chapter 806: Hidden Calamity (I)

The Collapsing Lightning Emperorʼs eyes widened, and a feeling of thrill filled his heart as he heard those words. The Samsara Dimension was known to him as the realm containing the Samsara Flame.

That dimension was nothing short of a cultivation haven, with the pink mist capable of exponentially increasing his cognitive abilities and cultivation speed. It also contained a battleground with an endless supply of Soul Automatons, where even he could safely push himself beyond his limits.

The Samsara Dimension was even better than the Imperial Abode. Still, since entry and exit were solely through the Scarlet King, using it had all sorts of limits and inconveniences. However, if a portal that provided direct access appeared, it would fix all that.

Cainʼs eyes were sharp as he stared at the portal. He had created it using the [Samsara Anchor] tool, which cost him 150 million of his Destiny Force. Although he had gained a massive amount in the past months due to his overwhelming influence and effect on Gaia, this still drained nearly 20% of his total Destiny Force.

However, it was necessary for his plans to work, as he couldnʼt constantly send everyone in and out.

The Scarlet King then turned toward the Collapsing Lightning Emperor, pointed at him, and sent a small beam of purple energy that coalesced into his left hand, forming a small pentagon.

”You now control this Samsara Portal and decide who gets in and out. Itʼs your mission to protect this portal. You cannot let anyone damage it.”

The Collapsing Lightning Emperorʼs eyes grew sharp as he glanced at the pentagon in his hand and understood its value and importance. Determination appeared on his face as he performed a solemn bow.

”I will kill anyone that even thinks of harming the Samsara Portal, my King.”

Cain saw the resolution in the eyes of the Collapsing Lightning Emperor and nodded before turning his gaze to the Silver City. His eyes glowed with red light as he found the person he sought.

Prime Minister Minxet was at his desk, and there was nothing in front of him; he was just sitting still. If anyone thought the man was wasting his time, they did not know him at all.

There were dozens of virtual screens that only Prime Minister Minxet could see, each depicting some important event related to the Godslayer Humankind Empire. Although he had already reforged the Imperial Court, putting competent people in charge, he still did not feel confident delegating many essential tasks.

”Minxet.”

Suddenly, the Scarlet Kingʼs voice echoed inside Minxetʼs head. He immediately stood up, pushed the virtual screens away, and performed a bow, even though he was alone.

”My King.”

”Search for 300 Wave Crafters, 300 Genetic Coders, 300 Runic Masters, and 300 Alchemy Masters. Their talent and abilities are important, but their character and loyalty are even more important. Tell them I will impart a course for them, but if they choose to enroll, they could spend decades away from their homes with zero contact with the outside world.”

Now that Cain had the Codex of Infinite Pathways, he was determined to use it, taking full advantage of the masters in Gaia.

Although he would have also liked to create Tribulation Enhancement Masters, it was not so simple. He had already made a guide for Tribulation Enhancement and told Minxet to spread it across the Empire, but no genius had emerged, and it was not practical to search for one among the trillions of life forms in Gaia.

”A direct tutelage from you, my King!?”

Prime Minister Minxet could not believe the words he had just heard. A direct tutorship from the Scarlet King was something even powerhouses in Aether could only dream of, yet it was about to happen.

”Yes. Also, search for the 10,000 most talented and powerful warriors across the Empire and offer them the same chance. Remember, itʼs important they are strong, but even more important that they are loyal and ready to accept severing any contact with the outside world.”

Minxetʼs eyes grew sharp the next second. If the Scarlet King spoke only about professions, it was one thing, but if he also sought ten thousand mighty warriors, it very well meant he was building a new force.

In Prime Minister Minxetʼs mind, the Scarlet Kingʼs importance and significance to the Godslayer Humankind Empire was much greater than the Emperorʼs, as anything he sought was for the improvement and growth of the Godslayer Humankind Civilization.

”I will immediately address the task, my King. In five days, I will have all the masters and warriors you require.”

Cain nodded as he was satisfied with Minxetʼs timeline when suddenly a sharp light appeared in his eyes.

”The Collapsing Lightning Emperor will handle those people and guide them to the cultivation ground. You must also establish a supply line so we can satisfy all the mastersʼ and warriorsʼ needs for materials and cultivation resources.”

”Yes, my King.”

The Collapsing Lightning Emperor had heard the conversation between the Scarlet King and Prime Minister Minxet and was slightly confused. Although he would carry out any order that the Scarlet King gave him, he did not have the ability to train all those people.

Cain did not speak and simply guided the Collapsing Lightning Emperor into the portal. The duo crossed it and found themselves in the center of the [Samsara Arsenal Module]ʼs First Layer the next second.

The Collapsing Lightning Emperorʼs eyes immediately went to the majestic book floating in the sky. It was the first time he saw it, but he could feel the power of the Codex of Infinite Pathways.

”Is there anyone else but the two of us in this place?”

The Scarlet Kingʼs words woke the Collapsing Lightning Emperor from his trance. When he saw the sharpness in those fiery red eyes, he immediately pushed his perception to the limit but found nothing. His eyes glowed with red flames as he unleashed his Ego Wave, and a sharp light appeared in them as he turned to the side.

”I detect a subtle presence, my King, but I cannot tell where it is or if it is even a person.”

A smile appeared in Cainʼs eyes as he heard that. The duo was not alone, as the First Collapsing Lightning Pillar was close to them. The man was in a trance during the training, and the Nihility Veil managed to hide him even from the Ego Wave of someone as strong as the Collapsing Lightning Emperor.

Of course, things would be much different if the First Collapsing Lightning Pillar moved or used his energy.

”Donʼt worry. Just focus on the Codex of Infinite Pathways, send your Ego Wave, and solve the puzzles and theoretical challenges to the best of your abilities.”

The Collapsing Lightning Emperor was curious about the presence, but the book was much more interesting, and he did not hesitate before sending his Ego Wave in. Just as Cain told him, there were all sorts of puzzles and challenges, and he pushed his focus to the peak as he tackled them.

Cain sat on the ground and meditated for a few hours until a virtual screen appeared above the Collapsing Lightning Emperor.

[Talent degree:

Essence Evolution Path of Power: C-

Astral Evolution Path of Power: S-

Ego Eternal Path of Power: A-

Genetic Coding: C

Tribulation Enhancement: C

Wave Crafting: B-

Runic Master: C

Alchemy Master: B-]

A wide smile appeared on Cainʼs face as he saw the talent degree chart. The Collapsing Lightning Emperorʼs talent in the Astral Evolution Path of Power was greater than that of the First Collapsing Lightning, most likely due to this oneʼs experiencing a True Flesh Calamity and a 24 Revolution Refinement.

However, the Collapsing Lightning Emperorʼs talent in the Ego Eternal Path of Power was weaker, most likely because he did not really focus on Concepts. Luckily, that was easier to fix, especially with the help of the Codex of Infinite Pathways.

After finishing the puzzles and theoretical challenges, the Collapsing Lightning Emperor saw the screen displaying his talents, but his focus immediately turned to the codex.

The ocean of knowledge left him full of awe and wonder, making his eyes glow with thrill and excitement as a smile appeared on his face. He immediately found the answer to so many questions that had blocked his cultivation path, all so clear and well-defined that even a child could understand them.

”Amazing.”

That was the only way the Collapsing Lightning Emperor could describe the ocean of information inside the codex.

Cain smiled but suddenly frowned as a flash of pain assaulted him. He took a deep breath as he regained control.

”You will handle the people that will come here. Guide them through the use of the codex.”

Cain did not even wait for the Collapsing Lightning Emperor to respond before leaving the [Samsara Arsenal Module]ʼs First Layer, appearing in the Silver City before immediately teleporting into the sky. His power and energy exploded as he focused on the distance and triggered Inter-Sector Teleportation.