MIGHT AS WELL BE OP Chapter 1130: ???’s Intervention

"Let's discuss the topic of ascension," Mitchelle prompted, her interest piqued, eyes alight with anticipation as the conversation naturally steered towards it.

Mitchelle's words brought everything to a halt. Amidst the intense discussion about the recent Human Bloodline revelation, the original purpose of their gathering—the Ascension, the Calling, the Beckoning—had nearly been forgotten.

"Now that Mitchelle brings it up, I can indeed sense this 'Beckoning'," Michael stated, a trace of curiosity in his voice. He could both feel and faintly hear a whisper deep within his being, a presence reaching out, urging him to respond.

Irene, Collins, and Mitchelle all echoed his sentiment, nodding in agreement. They too experienced that subtle yet unmistakable sensation, a distant call resonating within them, impossible to disregard.

Anthony, standing nearby, simply offered a smile. In truth, the entire situation had been a gamble. He had surmised that possessing sufficient talent to survive or flourish in the Upper Galaxy was a prerequisite for receiving a Calling. However, he couldn't be certain if the entity or power behind the Calling would grant one to Michael, Mitchelle, Collins, and Irene, especially after centuries, or perhaps even longer, had passed without them receiving one.

Thus, his gamble had indeed paid off, yielding results far more satisfying than he had envisioned.

[Ding]

[??? states you should thank him, not your luck]

Anthony paused, his expression impassive as he read the message. Before he could formulate a response or even a thought, another system notification arrived almost instantly.

[??? states that, as you surmised, your parents received an extraordinary boost beyond anything your subordinates have received previously]

[??? states this occurred because he intervened by bestowing higher rewards upon your parents and grandparents, with the Supreme Bloodline Grade also being part of that reward]

A smile naturally bloomed on Anthony's face as he read these messages. It had indeed been surprising that his parents and grandparents experienced such a significant surge in power, along with awakening their Bloodlines. Now, however, it all made sense; this outcome wasn't coincidence or mere fortune, but the deliberate actions of ???.

Anthony was about to inquire how he could properly express his gratitude to ???, but he ceased himself, already anticipating the likely response. ??? would undoubtedly request grandchildren again, a plea Anthony had no intention of entertaining at the moment.

'Thank you,' Anthony conveyed silently in his mind, directing his thoughts toward ??? with quiet sincerity.

[??? states not to bother thanking him; while he doesn't particularly care about your parents or grandparents, he could do this much for them, as they raised you with considerable love and care]

Upon reading ???'s reply, Anthony remained unfazed by the notion that ??? held no particular affection for his parents or grandparents. After all, why would such an existence concern itself with four ordinary individuals? To ???, his parents and grandparents were akin to any other Humans or lifeforms scattered across existence, a fact Anthony understood completely. He, too, often remained indifferent to matters that didn't hold profound importance to him.

[??? praises your mindset]

[??? expresses anticipation for your Ascension]

[??? states he looks forward to a change of scenery and a breath of fresh air]

With that, the messages vanished one after another, and the system disappeared entirely, as if it had never been present.

Anthony gave a slight shake of his head. He felt no particular urgency to ascend. While it was inevitable that he would ascend soon, now that his parents and grandparents were also capable of doing so, nothing truly held him back anymore... except, perhaps, his friends.

"So, is there anything else we need to know about this Calling or Beckoning, now that we've received it?" Collins inquired, his gaze steady and expectant as he turned toward Anthony.

Anthony's thoughts immediately cleared; his brief exchange with ??? had transpired in less than two seconds.

"Well, as I've mentioned before, I intend to answer the Calling alongside my friends. This is in case any danger awaits on the other side when we choose to respond," Anthony explained. "Therefore, I advise you all to do the same," he added, his tone calm and measured.

Michael couldn't help but grin as he responded, "It's indeed peculiar to hear you offering advice," his tone carrying a playful, lighthearted amusement.

Mitchelle calmly stated, her words resolute, "You needn't instruct us on such matters; we are far from foolish. From the very moment you revealed our talent could be upgraded to receive the Calling, we had already resolved to face it together." There was simply no scenario where they would opt to confront such an unknown individually.

Collins declared, his tone definitive as if a decision had been cemented long before, despite only learning about the Calling moments ago, "We will not accompany you and your friends; we shall forge our own paths, separate from yours."

Anthony remained quiet. He couldn't possibly compel his parents to answer their Calling simultaneously with him and his companions. To suggest such a thing would imply doubt in their strength, subtly labeling them as weak, especially after he had just hinted at their insufficient talent mere moments earlier.

Therefore, while he desired for everyone to progress together, he recognized that imposing his will was neither feasible nor something he would attempt.

He pondered internally, a question only now surfacing in his thoughts, having not even considered it previously, "What if Aaaninja, Lucian, and the others refuse and decide to answer their own Callings alone?"

After a brief period of reflection, he slowly inclined his head. Ultimately, the choice rested with them. Personally, he had no qualms about undertaking his own Calling solo; his self-assurance remained as formidable as ever. His sole concern had consistently been to prevent them from perishing in some unpredictable and random locale.

However, he acknowledged that if even exceptionally powerful individuals like Lucian, Aura Nova, Kingsley, and Aaaninja could meet their demise during the Ascension process, then the very concept of Ascension might well be deemed unachievable for all inhabitants of the lower Galaxies combined.

Anthony mused, "I wonder how Klaus and Amara would react to Vega's ascension." He contemplated, "Given Klaus and Amara's excessively protective nature, I wouldn't be astonished if they interfered with the process somehow, perhaps even taking Vega to a higher Galaxy themselves." A slight shake of his head accompanied the thought, finding the possibility both amusing and entirely consistent with their personalities.