Chapter 1898: Final preparations (II)
Cain paid little attention to Nullavir and the other Prima Deities who had been forcibly brought before him. Instead, his sharp eyes focused intently on the warriors of the Scarlet Path. A satisfied glint appeared in his eyes as he noticed Terent’s evolution. The old Prima Deity had successfully cultivated his Scarlet Leviathan to the absolute peak of the Soul Realm.
This wasn’t overly surprising to Cain—after all, despite Terent’s previous stagnation, he remained a Prima Deity, possessing profound soul force and immense energy reserves. The fierce battles and relentless hunting across the Shadowcradle Continent had provided ample nourishment for his Scarlet Leviathan’s rapid development.
Yet, what genuinely brought a radiant smile to Cain’s face was not just Terent’s transformation. Two other individuals had evolved even more dramatically, surpassing Cain’s expectations and filling him with pride.
"Come forward, you three."
Everyone present immediately understood whom Cain was summoning. Without hesitation, the gathered warriors stepped respectfully aside, opening a clear pathway. Soon, Terent appeared at the forefront, alongside two Divine Cultivators whose auras blazed with scarlet brilliance. Astonishingly, these two cultivators stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the Prima Deity, despite their lower cultivation rank.
These two extraordinary cultivators were none other than warriors who had been by Cain’s side from the very start of his path. They had once saved the Scarlet King’s life, serving as his most trusted allies—his right and left hands. When Cain faced mortal danger, they stood firm beside him, unwavering in their loyalty, bleeding alongside him through countless battles.
Cain’s rapid, meteoric rise had caused them to temporarily fall behind, relegating them to supporting roles. Yet, they had never despaired, nor had they ever stopped pushing themselves beyond their limits. Their relentless determination and steadfast resolve had now borne fruit, elevating their strength to incredible heights.
"Gabriel," Cain spoke warmly, immense pride echoing in his voice as he gazed at the first Titan he had ever encountered.
Memories flashed vividly through Cain’s mind: the powerful image of Gabriel standing defiantly beneath a sky raining golden meteors, bravely defending the students of the Collapsing Lightning Academy.
Gabriel stared back at Cain with eyes blazing like twin scarlet suns, his powerful gaze reflecting both pride and unwavering determination. His respect for the young man standing before him had only deepened as Cain led humanity through extinction-level events, ascending rapidly through realms of power. Gabriel had stood faithfully beside Cain when they faced the horrifying Depravita of Blood, and even now, the Titan felt a surge of conviction in his heart as he affirmed silently.