Chapter 138: Imminent Spiritual Limit Break
Cross-world support strike?
Hearing this name, all the Dominators present were stunned.
Although the Eye Demon Command Report mentioned that the Abyss was researching cross-world transmission technology, the technologies of cross-world transmission and cross-world support strike are two different matters.
Energy strikes are not stable entities; biological entities can maintain stability through means such as Sealing, feigned death, or other methods, but attacks cannot.
Attacks can never be stable. Strong attacks will inevitably cause the collapse of spatial structures and even dimensional structures.
Unless the attack is one that needs to enter the target location before detonating.
But looking at Samuel's expression, this type of cross-world strike is clearly not that simple.
"I read that report. That little guy's information is quite well-informed, but not well-informed enough. In truth, Beelzebub's research institute was merely assisting me.
Of course, they themselves were unaware of this."
Samuel's voice carried the calm of one pulling strings behind the scenes, as if everything was under control.
Samuel's belligerent nature often caused people to overlook that he was also an Abyss Demon, cunning and ruthless were also his traits.
"I have completed this technology, though it's merely the initial version. This technology is merely a byproduct for me, and so I have no interest in furthering the research.
Beelzebub's research institute will continue the research to mature and popularize this technology."
"This is truly a surprise." Richard said sincerely, "If this technology can be stabilized, our warfare technology will enter a new chapter."
"This is a return." Samuel looked at Richard, a serious glint in his blood-red eyes, "Gifts from the Abyss often come with a price, although you indeed act selflessly, rules are rules.
Getting something for nothing is not a good habit."
"This is an investment, Samuel." Richard replied with a smile, "I need you to work for me, which is why you will receive the technology. This is not getting something for nothing."
"That couldn't be better."
After speaking, Samuel fell silent once more.
"Everyone, is there any more good news?" Richard looked at the other Dominators, "Good news is never too much."
"The technology we are researching is concerning Master Weapons," the Eternal God King said, "If successful, I will notify everyone."
After the Eternal God King spoke, no other Dominators in the hall had anything to add.
"It seems today's good news is finished." Richard was the first to stand up, "Then gentlemen, let's conclude this meeting."
Richard performed as if he were the host of this meeting, but none of the Dominators present voiced any objections.
The meeting concluded, and the Dominators went about their respective business. As the many Dominators departed, the seven Dominators belonging to the Wizard Civilization remained behind.
"Do you not have any urgent matters?" Richard looked at the several sitting on the Crown Throne, a hint of playfulness in his voice.
The Shaping Energy Crown spoke, "What do you think about the Abyss technology?"
"It's a good technology, I hope this technology can be widely implemented."
"...Have you never considered after the war?"
Richard looked at the Shaping Energy Crown and sighed slightly.
"When will you all stop fighting among yourselves? This technology is of utmost importance to the Alliance, as for its post-war impact… we need to survive the war first before we can discuss it."
"This is precaution, a miracle."
"Don't think too much, Shaping Energy." Richard said, looking at the other few Crown Thrones, "Nor should you. We need to unite and get through this difficult time.
Post-war matters can wait until after the war.
Thinking too early, thinking too much, if we don't survive, aren't those thoughts and energies wasted?"
...
Leaving the Wizard Dimension, Richard went straight to the Furnace Man Dimension.
He must now quickly advance his soul progress to showcase the true strength of this Evolution Road.
The Furnace Man Dimension remained the same, the Furnace Fire Spirit-like Dimensional Incarnation looked at Richard, eyes full of wonder and comfort.
"It seems you have traveled far on the King's road."
The King of Titans' development of the Titan Body Cultivation Method was not coincidental; he himself was exploring the Evolution Road of the Cell World.
"With someone pioneering the way, It's naturally easier for those who come after to travel."
Richard looked at the Dimensional Incarnation, softly said, "The real war is about to begin, and our story with that monster is nearing an end, your promises are also about to be fulfilled."
"Is that so, that's good." The Dimensional Incarnation's voice sounded happy, but there was not a trace of joy in the tone.
"But our era has passed."
"If I survive, the Wizard Alliance will accept the Furnace Men, just like the Titans."
"Thank you for your promise, new king."
The Dimensional Incarnation's body suddenly changed, finally transforming into a Supreme that resembled crystal.
"I suppose you understand the necessity of this trial now." The Dimensional Incarnation said loudly, "That monster is a thing without weak points, even the Miracle Fire is only effective because its strength fell, making it appear to be effective against it.
As its opponent, you must also be invincible from all perspectives."
"I know." Richard nodded slightly, "Let's begin."
The Dimensional Incarnation suddenly disappeared, enveloping Richard in familiar darkness once again.
Familiar pain emerged once more, but this time, Richard felt exceedingly confident.
The pain gradually deepened, yet for Richard, who had experienced it once before, it was almost of no consequence.
Soon, the pain reached the Elite Level.
This time, Richard, whose soul had undergone modification, successfully endured the first wave of pain.
The unspeakable sorrow and pain were blocked by his mind, as solid as an iron wall. Even though his eyes still shed tears, this time he withstood it.
As Richard endured the pain, his soul also underwent constant transformation.
His soul began to collapse from the most fundamental structure, then healed under the influence of the Power of Dimension.
This wasn't merely the effect of the trial; his Bloodline was also aiding him.
The dimensionalized Life Core spontaneously worked to maintain the soul's stability and alter its structure. The soul structure collapse caused by the Supreme's Trial was perfectly utilized by the dimensionalized Life Core.
The direct impact of this was that Richard felt the pain and emotions he was experiencing continually diminish.
"What's going on?" Richard noticed his condition, wondering if this was a new approach by the Supreme's Trial?
Using endless void to compel him to leave?
The trial's pain continuously intensified, and Richard's soul structure kept changing. These new soul structures significantly heightened Richard's endurance to pain and various emotions.
In other words, Richard's soul was losing perception of emotions like pain/loss/sadness/joy... and the rest.
All that remained... was the normal greed and the yearning for survival.
"Is this the state of that monster?"
Suddenly, Richard's mind conjured up the closest description of his current state; in his memory, the Civilization Devourer was in such a state.
Near absolute rationality, with only a yearning for survival and greed for evolution in his heart.
"Is this the necessary path?" Another thought emerged in Richard's mind.
The evolutionary limit of a creature is the Dominator. To enter a higher level, the creature must undergo transformation.
Just like how ordinary Wizards and Great Wizards seem like two different creatures, and how Great Wizards and Truth Wizards are two different beings, so too are Eight and a Half Level Creatures and Dominators.
The new soul structure sharply accelerated Richard's thinking speed, and he understood his circumstances almost instantly.
However, rationality yet led him to make a decision that seemed quite irrational.
"Terminate the trial."
Upon Richard uttering the termination of the trial, the darkness around him vanished instantly.
"Why stop?" The Dimensional Incarnation was a bit puzzled, "I can tell you haven't reached your limit."
"Because if it doesn't end, I will become something akin to that monster."
Richard began examining his soul at the moment he called for the trial, and as he expected, his soul structure had changed significantly.
His soul, under the modification of the Bloodline, had nearly transformed into a soul pieced together from countless soul fragments.
Each Cell Dimension was anchored to a soul fragment.
Richard gently raised his hand, and the Power of Dimension shaped itself into a dimensional line of the highest quality within his hand.
Had it been before the trial, he would have to expend immense effort to coalesce such a dimensional line. But now, forming it seemed as simple as eating or drinking water.
"I can't continue the trial, Elder."
Richard turned to look at the Dimensional Incarnation, trying to infuse more emotion into his voice.
"I must undergo Breaking Limit before participating in the trial again; otherwise, I will certainly become something akin to that monster.
At that point, even if I kill that monster, the civilization cluster would only welcome a new monster."
Listening to Richard's words, the Dimensional Incarnation was momentarily stunned.
But it could tell that Richard was not joking.
"Pioneers will always encounter various situations." The Dimensional Incarnation slightly bowed to Richard, "New King, what can I do for you?"
Richard paused, seemingly in thought.
"I need to achieve Spiritual Limit Break as soon as possible. If you truly want to help me, then lend me that calculation chip."
"Although the calculation chip was prepared for you, without completing the trial..."
"I'm just using it, right here." Richard interrupted, "I need computational power to help me adjust my soul structure; it is crucial.
My time is limited, Elder."
"Well then. You will establish a Destiny Contract, and I will let you use that chip in this dimension."
After hesitating for a moment, the Dimensional Incarnation made its decision. Richard was the chosen one, and it was only fitting to let him use the chip. Although he hadn't completed the trial yet, neither had he been given the calculation chip.
Everything was according to the rules.
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