Elvin, who had activated [Heaven and Earth as One] the whole time, was like a ghost that didn't attract the attention of the owner of this place.
But when he stood beside the spring of the "Spring of Wisdom" and squatted down to draw the water.
However, he discovered that the spring water was like an invisible light, quietly slipping through the gaps between his fingers without leaving a single trace.
There was no surprise on his face. Instead, he showed an expression of "I knew it".
"His Majesty Mimir is indeed a good person. If I didn't meet this God of Giants in the Endless Ocean, this step of the plan wouldn't be so easy to carry out."
He opened his palm and revealed three ancient pottery shards that looked very old.
Each pottery shard had a distinctive image of a giant, two men and one woman.
This was a gift from the "God of Wisdom" Mimir. It belonged to himself, the "God of Chaos" Mars, and the "Goddess of Fate" Keshdella, the three Gods of Giants, respectively.
After the fall of the "Goddess of Fate", the "God of Chaos" was in a chaotic timeline most of the time, so it wasn't difficult for the "God of Wisdom" to get these things.
Holding the pottery shard and shaking it gently, in an almost invisible light, Elvin finally touched the real spring water, which was also the core of the entire [Underworld].
In the center of the [Wizard's Secret Realm: Atrium], the "Tree of Life" that had completed its manifestation shook violently as if it had a consciousness, expressing its strong desire for the spring water.
"But before that, there's one more thing that needs to be resolved."
He raised his head.
Rumble …
Roar!
Following an earth-shattering dragon roar, the ground beneath their feet suddenly began to tremble violently. However, the three springs that were still flowing did not seem to exist in this world and were not affected in the slightest.
"Heh, Nidhogg's reaction isn't too slow even when he's in a deep sleep."
The figure shrouded in divine light behind Elvin chuckled and didn't care much about the owner of the [Underworld].
The two of them stood where they were and watched in silence. Amidst the whimpers of countless dead souls, a behemoth squeezed out from the dark gap that suddenly appeared in midair.
The source of the [Nether River] was the sleeping place of the Dark Dragon, the Dragon Bloodline Ancestor, the Guardian of the [Nether River], and the Level 5 Dragon King Nidhogg.
No matter what they wanted to do here, they would definitely not be able to bypass the guardian of the [Underworld].
"Who is it? How dare you invade the Underworld?! "
The ferocious dragon that appeared in front of them had a body part that was pitch-black as if even light could not escape.
The entire ferocious dragon head was wrapped in a pale white bone helmet. There were three vertical horns in the middle of the head, and three curved dragon horns on the left and right sides.
The pair of dragon eyes were pitch-black, with only a vertical line of golden pupils in the middle.
Withering, decaying, murderous, dead silence … Countless characteristics that accompanied death were released wantonly from his body, making humans die on the spot just by looking at him.
A normal dragon's body length was only about twenty meters when it reached adulthood, but this Level 5 Dragon King's body length was actually more than a hundred meters, stepping into the ranks of the large species. A sense of oppression suddenly appeared.
Before they could even see the intruder's appearance clearly, the Dark Dragon's huge claws had already slashed down at the two of them.
Obviously, he had sufficient confidence in his own strength. With the powerful authority granted by the [Underworld], he wouldn't be afraid even if a True God's incarnation came here.
Whoosh —!
"You bastard, you're still so confident when you ask me to be your bodyguard."
Looking at Elvin who consciously took a step back, the tall figure that was traveling with him stepped forward. The huge platinum wings behind her spread out and firmly protected the two of them.
Puff!
The claws and wings collided, but only a muffled sound was heard, as if it wasn't a wing that was hit, but the vast void of the universe.
Even the violent attack of the Dark Dragon that carried the [Underworld's Authority] was firmly blocked by the gorgeous wings.
Nidhogg's eyes were bloodshot after his attack failed. He didn't care who this existence in front of him that could block his casual attack was and was about to attack with all his might.
It seemed that a great battle was inevitable.
Behind the platinum wings, a faint voice rang out, "What are you waiting for?
"Heh, the calamity of the era is approaching. You who can only be trapped in the [Underworld] forever, do you want to die or live?"
The Dark Dragon's body suddenly stiffened.
.....
Slurp … Slurp …
Three thick roots that stretched out from the void sank into the three springs and kept absorbing the precious spring water. However, the water level of the three springs that were just full did not drop at all.
Huff!
The Tree of Life that was getting thicker and taller faintly let out a satisfied sigh.
Elvin who was originally one with it also felt the same.
Feeling the surging power in his body, as well as the faintly growing second canopy and second [Space Secret Realm] of the Tree of Life, he was extremely excited.
Behind him was the "Angel of Royalty" and the silent "Dark Dragon" that were invited by Elvin to hold the fort just in case.
Regardless of whether the ruler of the [Underworld] was good or evil in nature.
However, because of its deep binding with the "World's Consciousness", it was even more impossible for it to wallow in the mire with the evil gods than the "Sea King".
Moreover, since it was impossible to leave the [Underworld], it was naturally impossible for it to hide behind the "door".
Originally, even he himself thought that he was "hopeless and could only wait for death". However, when he suddenly received a chance of survival from Elvin, how could he not grasp it tightly?
Even if there was a "small" misunderstanding between the two sides, and even if the factory standing beside the [Underworld River] was still operating at full capacity, shaking hands and making peace was not a difficult option for him.
The deal was concluded more smoothly than expected.
However, the strongest ally that Elvin had mentioned to Levina earlier was not him, but … the world's consciousness itself!
As the "Tree of Life" grew rapidly, it was about to establish a stable connection with an extremely vast consciousness that was as warm and inclusive as a mother.
The essence of the operation of spirituality in this world was a secret that even the highest level of "worker" True Gods could not pry into, including the "Sea King" Hercaterpillar.
However, the God of Wisdom, Mimir, was an exception.
He had obtained the secret of the three springs from Mimir.
He had helped Elvin to roughly outline the vast "spiritual cycle" that used the "material world" and the "spirit world" as the core, and the human soul as the bridge and carrier.
In the knowledge of the gods.
The extraordinary powers of the thousands of material worlds in the universe came from the "Spirit World Sun", and the souls of intelligent creatures were the anchor points that connected the material world and the spirit world.
All the souls born in the material world, even the ordinary people who did not possess extraordinary powers, had been constantly improving in their knowledge, ability, experience, emotions … over the course of their lives.
Many sorcerers and philosophers believed that everyone's life was a journey of cultivation.
During this process, the seeds and souls that were like white papers when they were born gradually grew into towering trees, which were also the most precious wealth in the entire world.
Even the souls of intelligent creatures were absolute hard currency in the hands of the various monsters in the lower realms.
Furthermore.
From the second law of thermodynamics, one knew that matter could not spontaneously change from a chaotic state to an orderly state without consciousness.
It was better to say that a pile of iron ore could not be turned into a car, and a pile of wood could not be turned into a house …
If the world wanted to continue to level up, it definitely could not do without the help of intelligent creatures.
And the souls that had come to the end of their lives would disintegrate over time in the territories of the world's Grim Reapers.
Leaving things from the human world here would also strengthen the power of this mysterious space.
Only the "soul origin" (the original substance of life) that had returned to its origin but was completely different from when it was born would enter the Nether River and flow with the river water to the real Underworld in this world.
With the help of the Nether River, the "world's consciousness" would absorb the most essential part to provide for its own growth and the advancement of the world.
And the "seeds and souls" would start a new journey at a certain point in the future.
Thus, a huge spiritual cycle would be completed.
However.
Just like the orderly operation of everything in the material world, the fundamental source of energy was the sun, the "Spirit World Sun" was also the original power of this spiritual cycle.
Therefore, even with the "Epoch Cataclysm" that happened every 500,000 years, it was impossible for the world's consciousness to cut off the connection with the spirit world. It was constantly growing.
In the evil god's scheme, as long as he could obtain the help of the world's consciousness, everything would not be a problem.
If that idea was successful, he might even be able to reverse the situation with his own strength!
"Hmm?"
However, Elvin soon realized that there was still a huge gap between theory and practice.
Without waiting for the second layer of the Tree of Life's canopy to completely grow, the spring water that could be drawn from the three springs had become less and less.
He could not help but look back at the Dark Dragon, who had reached an agreement but still did not hide his gloating expression.
"Hahaha, it's related to the foundation of this world. Of course, there are prerequisites to drawing water.
The power of the three springs naturally cannot be produced out of thin air. Every dead soul that comes to the Underworld will contribute a part of its power. "
At this point, Nidhogg opened his mouth and revealed a cruel expression. The words that came out from between his teeth were like a bone-chilling wind.
"Therefore, there can only be large-scale deaths! The souls of countless intelligent creatures will return to the spiritual cycle, causing more spring water to gush out. It would be even better if it was an Extraordinaire or even a God.
Of course, if the world's consciousness is willing to open up the restrictions, it's also possible. But, hehe … "
Hearing this, Elvin's expression was uncertain, and he could not make up his mind for a moment.
At this moment.
The grand and vague consciousness suddenly took the initiative to touch the "Tree of Life". In the instant of contact, it threw a word into Elvin's heart.
"Help me … remove the tumor!"
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