Chapter 2377: Mayhem in the Everstrife Empyrean World (I)
After almost four months of deep seclusion and cultivation, Cain finally fully recovered from the injuries he had sustained during the last battle on the surface of the World of the Root.
Although four months was a long time to remain away from the battlefield, the timing was ideal. The first layer of the World of the Root was gone, its foundation and matrix destroyed, so it could not be fixed.
And the second layer had not yet been affected, so there was no loss in not attacking soon. For the Scarlet King and every warrior of the Nine Empyrean Suns Alliance, this window was invaluable.
Taking a deep breath, Cain stretched his body and allowed his energy to circulate freely. His aura flowed smoothly, powerful yet stable, and a wide smile appeared on his face.
"I have become stronger," he murmured. "I can feel my Astral and Essence Cultivation flowing at a higher level. It’s only a matter of time before they evolve to the next stage."
Although reaching the Middle ArchDeity Rank in those Path of Powers would not drastically increase his battle power, every improvement mattered. Especially because it would take a very long time before Cain could reach the next stage of Ego Above Reality. The only clear path to a massive leap in strength lay in advancing to Alpha-Omega Overgod within either the Astral or Essence Paths of Power.
With his path clearly defined, Cain waved his hand and summoned a flame composed of forty-four distinct colors. His proficiency in forging Middle-Stage Alpha-Omega Overgod Revolution Flames had grown exponentially, approaching the realm of perfection. Before the next incursion into the World of the Root, Cain intended to fully master this stage of Tribulation Enhancement. A deep instinct told him he would need it.
After all, even with limitations placed on their deployment, the power of the Root Dragons had been overwhelming. Had the Scarlet King not acted swiftly and decisively during the last battle, countless warriors of the alliance would have perished.
"Time to act," he said quietly.
Sharpening his focus, Cain retrieved a Prima Deity–rank treasure and directed the forty-four-colored flame toward it. Instantly, massive waves of world energy surged into the artifact, refining its structure and strengthening its essence. Cain’s eyes glowed with intense concentration as he poured his full will into the process.