Chapter 1804: Scheme
Chapter 1804: Scheme
All the Prima Deities stood frozen, their eyes widened in shock at the sudden and brutal violence unleashed by Cain. None was more outraged than the second member of the blazing-winged race, whose expression twisted with fury at seeing his comrade struck down so ruthlessly. Yet, before the blazing-winged man could even twitch a muscle to retaliate, he felt an unbearably sharp, lethal presence pressing coldly against his neck. Instinctively, he knew that a single movement forward would cost him his life.
He wasn’t alone. That chilling, deadly sharpness simultaneously enveloped all the other Prima Deities. They quickly turned their heads, astonishment and apprehension evident in their eyes, to find the Depravita of Pride holding two gleaming swords at the ready.
Meylin’s aura radiated icy dominance, her eyes conveying an unmistakable threat. If anyone dared interfere with Cain, she would strike without hesitation.
Logic dictated that the overwhelming numerical superiority of the Prima Deities should grant them confidence, yet primal instincts warned them otherwise. Deep down, each understood clearly that if they dared to challenge her, some would surely perish, regardless of their numbers.
Their hesitation deepened as thunderous echoes reverberated violently through the distant terrain, each sound marking Cain’s relentless strikes against the blazing-winged Prima Deity. The ground beneath shook violently, cracks spreading rapidly as Cain continued his merciless assault.
It was only after five earth-shattering impacts that Cain finally ceased, calmly ascending into the sky with his defeated opponent’s battered and unconscious body held casually at his side.
Upon observing this scene, the Prima Deities noticed something intriguing—the blazing-winged Prima Deity appeared severely wounded yet, upon closer examination, they realized the injuries were only superficial. Cain had deliberately controlled his immense destructive power, showcasing an astonishing mastery typically achievable only after countless millennia spent fighting through life-and-death battles.
The Prima Deities exchanged meaningful glances among themselves, quietly acknowledging that Cain was more than just a brute force; he possessed refined martial prowess capable of precise control, even amidst overwhelming aggression.
Cain tossed the unconscious blazing-winged cultivator carelessly back to his companions before calmly positioning himself beside Meylin once again. His gaze scanned the remaining Prima Deities, a clear, piercing challenge reflected in his glowing golden eyes.
"Does anyone else have a problem with my methods?" Cain’s voice resounded clearly, imposing and unwavering, leaving no ambiguity about his intent.
An uncomfortable silence lingered heavily in the air. Though no one dared openly protest, it was painfully obvious the situation remained precarious. Cain carefully analyzed their expressions, perceiving not only fear and obedience but also resentment, anger, and deep-rooted distrust. Clearly, their compliance was superficial at best. If confronted by true danger in the future, hesitation born from these unresolved feelings would inevitably jeopardize the entire army.
Yet, despite the risks and uncertainty he perceived, Cain smiled faintly.
"Let’s move out."
Without offering further explanations or reassurance, Cain took flight alongside Meylin, confidently leading the way. The army quickly followed suit—forty-two Prima Deities and millions of Legends trailing closely behind. Given the massive size of their forces and the inherently slower speed of the numerous Legends, word of their mobilization spread rapidly throughout the Second Realm, immediately removing any possibility of surprise.
The Prima Deities, along with many experienced Legends, cast frequent confused and frustrated glances toward Cain. They clearly understood this slow, deliberate march forfeited any tactical surprise, making their task significantly more challenging. Yet, none dared openly defy him now; they merely continued, following behind in wary silence.
Cain, however, appeared completely indifferent to the countless spying eyes tracking their every move from afar, seemingly unconcerned by the inevitable reporting of their positions and progress. His mind was preoccupied elsewhere, methodically focusing on evaluating the recent surge in his cultivation. Quietly, he issued an internal command to the Supercomputer Assistant:
"Supercomputer Assistant, scan me."
Less than a second later, a robotic voice echoed crisply within Cain’s mind, providing a comprehensive analysis of his current power.
[Host Scan Complete.
...
Name: Cain Laurifer
Race: Neo-Demon
Cultivation: First Astral Black Neo-Demon / Level 40 Divine Kingdom (↑)
...
Stats:
Strength: 12.7 → 15.4
Agility: 4.8 → 6.8
Vitality: 7.7 → 9.1
Energy Pool (Neo-Demon Aura): 9.9 → 13.4
Soul Force: 8.9 → 12.6
...
Core Oniric Truths:
Gluttony: 100%
Dominion: 100%
Bloodline: 26%
...
Oniric Truths:
Destruction: 51%
Gravity: 50%
Light: 50%
Lightning: 50%
Water: 50%
Hunger: 50%
Death: 50%
Time: 46%
...
...
...
Blood: 26%
Wrath: 14%
Hatred: 5%]
Cain’s lips curled upward into a satisfied smile upon reviewing these stats. His cultivation had advanced at extraordinary speed, significantly boosted by the rapid development of his Divine Kingdom. The Black Hole within his Soul Dimension had already ascended to the Late Prima Deity rank, vastly increasing both his physical prowess and spiritual strength, further amplifying his already immense power.
Another delightful improvement was evident in the progress of the Oniric Truth of Bloodline, which had grown substantially due to the collective advancements made by the billions of vampires inhabiting his Divine Kingdom.
Leveraging insights gleaned from the stolen memories of the Ancestor of Heaven and Earth, Cain had created superior techniques specifically tailored to bloodline cultivation. These advancements empowered his vampires to cultivate more rapidly and efficiently, significantly accelerating his own progress in this essential Oniric Truth.
Lastly, Cain’s eyes settled on two profound insights he had extracted from the Ancestor of Heaven and Earth’s captured consciousness fragment. Even though he had accessed only a small portion of the ancient Archdeity’s knowledge, he successfully assimilated a significant understanding of the Oniric Truths of Gravity (50%) and Time (46%). Moreover, although it had been impossible to directly absorb the Archdeity’s complete Dream, Cain had glimpsed enough of it to anticipate and counter future strategies and threats the Ancestor might employ.
Feeling deeply satisfied with his current progress and preparations, Cain refocused his attention on the journey ahead, confident that every step he had taken so far was carefully calculated. He knew precisely the impression he had made among the Prima Deities: fear, respect, and even resentment, but while that was a terrible handicap, it was exactly what he needed.