Wizard: Starting With the Knights Breathing Method Chapter 3159: 651: The Existence Born of Chaos, the Eternal Undying Holy Venerable! (part 2)

The Sea Knight let out a hearty laugh.

"Excellent! I wish you utmost success!"

Heim responded with genuine warmth.

"Teacher, you must also ensure your safe return."

With unwavering confidence, the Sea Knight declared.

"Have no fear. In the arduous times we've endured, those who achieved legendary status possessed skills beyond measure. Simply await me at the Supreme Council!"

After bidding his teacher farewell.

Heim remained in solitary contemplation before his parents' tombstone for seven full days.

Following this period, he vanished from the mortal realm.

In the briefest of moments.

The Age History Book advanced to the year 4400.

Gandaph had been absent for forty years, ever since embarking on his legendary journey.

This circumstance mirrored the past reign of the Chaos Emperor.

The path to Chaos was, without question, more arduous than scaling the very heavens.

A subtle disquiet began to ripple through everyone's hearts.

While the Emperor, the linchpin of this era, had achieved success, could Gandaph, the King of Body Refining, also attain his goal? Despite being the Emperor's second manifestation, he was, fundamentally, distinct from the original.

Triss, too, had been immersed in secluded cultivation for seventy years.

As of now, there were no indications of her emergence.

Upon the Sorren Continent.

The Emperor stood, his hands clasped behind his back, his gaze fixed upon the celestial dome visible through the window, his wizard robe billowing gently in the wind.

Levi's expression was grave. Intelligence from the astral world indicated a potential alliance between the Abyss Will and the Star Ancestor, targeting the Insects. To be perfectly candid, this notion seemed rather far-fetched.

The implications of such a pact were starkly evident.

The Abyss intended to collaborate with the astral world to utterly annihilate Nora!

Though fantastical, reality often asserts itself when events transpire. It was inconceivable that Nora would passively await their eradication of the Insects before facing a joint invasion and subsequent division.

In this critical juncture, Nora’s only recourse was to seize the initiative.

Potent figures convened at the designated assembly point.

Levi succinctly presented the unfolding situation, seeking the collective insights of all present.

The Heavenly Will emitted a soft sigh.

"Indeed, with sufficient longevity, one witnesses the impossible. I concur with the Grand Council Chairman's assessment: immediate action is imperative while the Dark Insects have not yet been vanquished."

Emmon voiced his agreement with a sigh.

"It appears to be the sole viable course. Had Nora been granted another millennium, we could have potentially spawned scores of Level-10 powerhouses, and the Mother River would have advanced considerably further."

The Blood and Flesh Palace had been transformed into a source of sustenance, significantly accelerating the growth of both Nora and the Underworld's formidable figures.

A single artifact of this magnitude, drawn from this universe, possessed the potential to elevate at least fifty individuals to Level-10, let alone the abundant resources and spoils being assimilated from the Nightmare World.

The Thousand-Eyed Swordsman declared with conviction.

"Let us engage in battle! It is an unrealistic expectation to be fully prepared to confront both the Abyss and the astral world simultaneously. While the Insects still pose a threat, the enemy of our enemy aligns with our interests.

We could initially dispatch reconnaissance units in two distinct directions to disrupt the astral world and the Abyss, with a supreme commander ensuring security if necessary."

Charactus added his perspective.

"We possess an additional advantage; owing to the concerted efforts of Shadow Will and Mr. Wagner, the Shadow Network spanning the Multidimensional Plane is largely established. By leveraging the Shadow Network, the casualties incurred during our guerrilla operations can be substantially minimized."

Herman contributed his update.

"The Sky Net Master has also attained supreme status. As an Advanced Sky Net Mechanic, I am now capable of deploying a greater number of Mechanical Celestials, conservatively estimated at over thirty."

Levi conveyed his contribution.

"Hmm, I too command twenty Level-10 Shadow Summoning creatures, ideally suited for coordination through the Shadow Network, enabling us to catch the enemy entirely off guard."

Emmon summarized the combined might.

"In this configuration, our contingent of Level-10 powerhouses swells to nearly six hundred, augmented by four supreme beings... we undeniably possess the strength required for engagement, particularly with the Insects drawing the enemy's primary focus."

Levi emphasized the urgency.

"Given the prevailing circumstances, the swift acceleration of our war preparations is paramount. Under the oppressive encirclement of these two supreme Wills, the mother nest's will may not endure indefinitely. The fate of the Nightmare Will serves as a sobering precedent."

The Netherworld Ancestor stated his intention.

"Very well, I shall undertake the communication with the Mother River."

Although the Mother River had not acquired the Nightmare Stone, it had absorbed half of the Nightmare Will and also assimilated the essence from half of the Blood and Flesh Palace.

Its current power should logically surpass that of the Abyss Will.

After all, the latter had not obtained the Blood and Flesh Palace.

Therefore, it remains prudent to allow the Mother River to maintain the frontline, at the very least engaging and pinning down one supreme will, while the other supreme entity should be occupied by the mother nest's will.

Despite the lack of direct communication.

Its intelligence should not be underestimated.

It is unlikely to indiscriminately assault the Underworld Source River.

Regarding other supreme combatants.

Nora boasts Levi, Emmon, and the Netherworld Ancestor among its ranks.

Within the astral world reside the Father of All Gods and the Mother of All Gods, whose current battle power is acknowledged as early-stage eleventh-level, paralleling the Fallen Master of Horror in terms of their cultivation realm. The Chaotic Servant, though at mid-stage eleventh-level, has recently suffered severe damage, rendering it no match for the Netherworld Ancestor.

Considering these factors, the impending battle does not necessarily place Nora at a disadvantage.

Naturally, a few variables remain at play.

One such variable is the Fallen Star Lord. Despite its current absence, it might still make an appearance, necessitating preparations.

The second is the Ultimate Creation Kars.

Its allegiance is also a point of uncertainty.

Currently, it appears to lean towards Nora's side.

However, its ultimate intentions are yet unknown.

Furthermore, there is the Fire Sovereign, which is suspected to have attained supreme status as well.

Yet, its relationship with Nora is generally favorable, and it has always maintained its stance as a neutral, solitary entity.

Thus, excessive worry is not required.

Additionally, Nora possesses certain hidden strengths.

These assets include spies embedded within the ranks of the astral plane's Gods.

The currently identified demigods with supreme battle power are the [Snow Goddess], the [King of Ten Thousand Dragons], and the [Lord of the Stars]; the status of others remains unclear.

They have pledged their loyalty to Sauron in the endeavor to cleave the heavens.

To avoid premature exposure, Nora has refrained from direct communication with them.

These allies have grown impatient over time, eagerly awaiting Nora's signal to act.

Adding to this are a contingent of veteran powerhouses from the astral world's early days.

Since Levi's ascension to legendary status, there hasn't been an opportunity to connect with them.

With these factors taken into account, the challenges associated with cleaving the heavens have significantly diminished.

...

As the new century dawned.

Under the guidance of the Supreme Council, Nora commenced secret preparations for the impending war.

The Mechanical School.

Every Star Castle was subjected to rigorous safety inspections. The technology underpinning the Star Castles has undergone numerous iterations and upgrades. The latest, mass-produced [Star Annihilation Seven] models are now capable of traversing the Sea of Ruins akin to the Maya, allowing entry into the astral world. Their mounted Star Annihilation Main Cannons possess the power to obliterate demigods.