Recreating the entire world at the end of time. This could undoubtedly be established as a key coordinate. Mei completely reconstructed this world's history.
【Key Coordinate · Established】
【Upgrade Task 10 · Completed】
【Truth Manifestation · Upgraded】
【Truth Manifestation · LV11?】
——
【Ability: Truth Manifestation】
【Level: LV11】
【Description: All sentient perceptions in this world are the wielder's perceptions. All sentient beings' fantasies, legends, myths, and concepts in this world can be manifested eternally. The specific effect cannot exceed the controller's current Grade.】
——
Finally,
The tenth upgrade task was complete!
Truth Manifestation LV10 meant permanent manifestation, but LV11 built upon this, leaping to a state of eternal manifestation, meaning its manifestation would transcend the effects of time.
Furthermore,
Mei had collected almost enough concepts. Low-order concepts weren't very important; a single high-order concept could encompass many low-order ones.
During the period leading up to the end of time, Mei spent a considerably long time in this world. In that time, she had gathered almost all high-order concepts.
With one exception.
Nothingness.
This concept seemed to have truly become nonexistent. Mei searched the entire universe for countless years without any result. Perhaps it had entered the void.
The void was vast and indistinct.
It was basically impossible to locate.
But it didn't matter.
Truth Manifestation now had a great application. She only needed to manifest the concept of Nothingness using it. She could effectively treat it as the definitive concept of Nothingness.
The realm of All Concepts was within reach!
Outside the universe, within the void.
Hum—
Void energy surged and boiled. Mei manifested her Primordial Daemon body. An ancient, majestic aura spread outward. One high-order concept after another manifested in a Self-Awareness manner.
"Ooh—"
Shiro took in this scene, seemingly in awe.
Eternity.
Causality.
Guaranteed Hit.
Death.
Time.
...
Each high-order concept, like a distant star, adorned the void. Truth Manifestation activated, and the concept of Nothingness, as the final piece, embedded itself within this colossal, complex Self-Awareness structure.
In an instant,
Boom!
A tremendous burst of energy erupted in the void, as if the universe itself was being born from chaos. It stirred up violently surging fluctuations, then diffused an indescribably profound aura of fundamental truth.
The spatial merging mechanism was successfully activated.
【Detectable Mergeable Abilities】
【Ability Merge Completed】
【Ability Acquired: All Concepts】
——
【Ability: All Concepts】
【Level: None】
【Description: The integration of all concepts. The beginning and the end of everything. The supreme power above all things in the universe and within worlds.】
——
In other words,
The supreme being confined to a single universe.
Tier 8 was the multiversal level. Tier 7, no matter how strong, was still restricted to the peak of a single universe. A universe's entire accumulated power could hardly birth a true multiversal powerhouse.
Currently,
Within a single universe, Mei was invincible.
An incredibly complex sphere of light floated before Mei. Its profound Self-Awareness structure wove the very essence of the universe, containing all things within existence.
Then,
The sphere of light merged into Mei's body. The power of All Concepts instantly imprinted itself upon her very essence. An unparalleled might surged from within her. Her Primordial Daemon body rapidly expanded.
Until the universe itself was the size of a bullet held in her palm.
Clearly,
The disparity between Tier 7 and Tier 7 could also be vast, just as the conceptual deities once compared to Mei. Not to mention Mei in her current state.
She had ascended another level.
Possessing both 【All Concepts】 and 【Conceptual Counter-Creation】—these two opposing yet unified powers—even against a Tier 7 entity that also held All Concepts, she could still utterly dominate them.
Simultaneously,
Mei perceived the next pathway. Her internal Willpower Vessel was still in the process of materializing. Once materialized, she could instantly leap to Tier 8.
The materialization process required a temporal pause, not to mention the integration itself.
Furthermore,
Regardless of whether she entered Tier 8, the opposing yet unified powers of All Concepts and Conceptual Counter-Creation needed to be fully integrated. This integration could also lead Mei to further advancement.
What came to mind, she immediately enacted.
Ability fusion might be incredibly difficult for other Void Wanderers, but for Mei, it was no challenge. Thanks to the Self-Awareness power system, she could effortlessly activate the merging mechanism.
"Ooh?"
Shiro expressed surprise.
Again?
Two incredibly complex Self-Awareness structures emerged from behind Mei. The infinitely evolving structures, as if possessing their own life, began to touch and merge.
They quickly integrated into one singular entity.
All Concepts.
Conceptual Counter-Creation.
These two structures, manifesting as Self-Awareness entities, combined to form a single construct, manifesting a massive infinity symbol behind Mei.
【∞】
The infinite Self-Awareness construct floated silently in the void. Mei's Daemon body grew increasingly majestic and ancient, yet it no longer generated the immense, disruptive commotion it once had.
This merger radiated a power far more subtle and profoundly tranquil.
【Detectable Mergeable Abilities】
【Ability Merge Completed】
【Ability Acquired: Veritas】
Hum—
All Concepts and Conceptual Counter-Creation successfully merged. The infinite construct behind Mei instantly vanished without a trace, and at this moment, her entire aura was fundamentally different from before.
Her eyes seemed to hold endless, inherent truths.
She grasped the fundamental nature of everything existing in the world. That previously raging power, once characterized by destruction and ruin, was now firmly under her absolute control, allowing everything to settle into silent perfection.
"This is Veritas…"
Mei finally understood.
More precisely, operating under the state of All Concepts, Mei only knew how to apply conceptual power. She knew which components were required to assemble a firearm and the methods for launching an attack. But if someone struck her, she would have to use force equal to or greater than theirs to repel the blow.
However, her base power was already monumental, and no opponent had ever successfully breached her defenses.
Yet, Veritas granted her the Veritas of all things. She not only knew the necessary parts to assemble that firearm but also the entire manufacturing process of those components, tracing back even to the raw materials and all related informational data. All flaws and vulnerabilities had absolutely nowhere to hide from her perception.
With just a minor exertion of power, she could dissolve any enemy’s attack or defense, regardless of whether it was conceptual force or an Ideal.
If Mei's previous strength represented monotheistic omnipotence, then now she was monotheistic omniscience and omnipotence, completely eclipsing All Concepts.
In a short span of time,
Mei's overall strength advanced two consecutive tiers. Although she had not yet officially entered Tier 8, she was sprinting further and further down the path beyond the conventional limits of Tier 7, exceeding all previous estimations.
A prompt appeared on her interface.
【Main Mission · Phase Five · Complete】
【Points Acquired: 50,000】
【Main Mission · Complete】
【Mission Completion Confirmed?】
【Yes】
【Main Mission Assignment Successful】
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【Settlement Completed】
【Remaining Points: 1,367,600】
...
Apokolips.
A group of Void Wanderers descended one after another. Before they could even initiate any action, the interface suddenly flashed with a large series of prompts, indicating that the mission had officially entered the settlement phase.
"What in the world?"
The Void Wanderers were utterly bewildered.
...
【Ability: Veritas】
【Level: None】
【Description: A special classification independent of the Grade system. Those who attain this stage absolutely dominate beings of the same grade. Cannot be nullified by any power below the high-tier classification.】
——
Tzzz—
Mei's figure flickered, and she returned to the Hyperdimensional Space.
She reviewed the description for Veritas and immediately recalled the Door of Truth within the Willpower world. The artifacts granted by the Door of Truth seemed to possess similar characteristics and effects.
Cannot be restrained by non-high-level power.
Thinking this over,
The Door of Truth must embody the power of Veritas, or perhaps the definition of this special classification originated from the Door of Truth itself.
Mei opened her personal data interface.
——
【Name: Mei】
【Grade: Tier 2】
【Points: 1,367,600】
【Pet: Shiro ·LV50 (Tier 7)】
【Abilities: Primordial Daemon ·LV40, Limit Break ·LV10, Super Burst ·LV15, Veritas · None】
【Items: Personal Spatial Storage · Universe, Chapter of Gaia, Tyrant's Heart, True · Death Substitute *1, True · Source Annihilation *2, Tier 8 ticket…】
——
That large collection of concepts had been purged, replaced by the level-less Veritas, which was far less visually overwhelming to review.
Mei's mission this time, although predominantly yielding concepts, had also resulted in the acquisition of several divine artifacts during her battles against the deities upon first entering the mission world.
She mentally tallied them.
16 Tier 6 items.
3 Tier 7 items.
Given that these were top-tier divine artifacts, their market value should be somewhat elevated, allowing for a high selling price. The standard market rate for a Tier 6 item begins at 100 million, with top-tier examples averaging around 900 million.
The standard market rate for Tier 7 items is a hundred times that of Tier 6, starting at 10 billion, with top-tier averaging around 900 billion. Of course, this is under normal market conditions.
It is common knowledge that high-tier equipment often cannot be acquired through mere monetary transactions. If a period of scarcity were to occur, the asking price would undoubtedly climb even higher.
Mei estimated the worth of these high-tier items currently in her possession to be approximately 3 trillion, comparable to the final value of her previous major liquidation.
The minor details, however, were irrelevant for the moment.
She first visited the enhancement chamber to have all these items appraised. Afterward, she proceeded along her usual route to the Little Star Treasures shop. She seemed to have brought a considerable haul of high-grade goods this time.
Lina, who had previously collaborated with other shop owners to liquidate Mei's 3 trillion worth of goods, had already enjoyed her substantial earnings. A small investment turning into a massive profit was perfectly normal in their line of work.
"Welcome!"
Lina's eyes practically glowed with golden light upon seeing Mei, her face beaming with unreserved joy and anticipation.
"Boss, welcome, welcome!"
She hurried over, promptly offering tea and water, providing the most attentive service. Mei did not disappoint Lina, decisively producing the items held in her hand.
"Sell them all."
"All of them?"
Once the transaction process commenced, Lina still maintained professional competence, confirming Mei's intent once more.
Mei nodded firmly.
"All of them."
Lina had conducted business with Mei numerous times and was very familiar with the protocol. She never questioned the provenance of these items.
Just like the last occasion,
She knew immediately that she could not manage this batch of inventory alone.
Last time, Mei had a major clearance sale, and she and a few other shop owners managed to profit a little. However, these items were too high-tier; she simply couldn't bring herself to fully invest in them.
"Please wait a moment. I'll be right back."
"Okay."
Mei wasn't in a rush to finalize the transaction. This situation happened almost constantly. She was accustomed to it; she even relied on Lina to secure clients for her specialized merchandise.
After all, she had no interest in interacting with too many people.
Soon, Lina returned.
She came back with sufficient funds to purchase Mei's entire batch of items. The two swiped their asset cards, and a massive sum rapidly appeared. Mei's revenue for this trade reached 4 trillion.
【Remaining Balance: 4 trillion 24 million】
The 24 million was the leftover change from their previous exchange.
Lina exclaimed: "The market has been strong recently. High-tier goods are scarce. The Legion's offer was 3.9 trillion, which is very close to a round figure."
"Hmm, thank you."
"Welcome back anytime, Boss!"
Lina’s face was flushed with excitement.
"Ah, I sealed another major deal!!"
Even though this batch of items wasn't hers to keep, as a crucial middleman, she was guaranteed a percentage. A 4 trillion transaction meant she secured a generous commission.
Just as they stepped out of the Little Star Treasures shop,
"Kid!"
That old man seemed permanently stationed in front of the prize machine. Mei genuinely found it odd; how could she encounter him every single time she passed by? Was he truly that addicted?
Just like last time, Mei intended to convert all her assets into prize tickets. She nodded towards the old man, and a fellow patron immediately stood up.
It was an almost reverent gesture, as if greeting a VIP.
Vaguely, Mei sensed their gazes were filled with immense admiration and respect. In fact, her previous grand gesture of investing 3 trillion into the machine had already become legendary among the regulars.
3 trillion!
That figure was enough to terrify most people. That was a colossal amount capable of purchasing a Tier 8 item, yet she had thrown it into the prize machine in a single transaction. Mei was now a legendary figure in this place.
Moreover, Mei had indeed struck it rich and successfully pulled a Tier 8 ticket previously.
Because of this history, the old-timers held her in extremely high regard.
Under everyone's watchful eyes, the old man's eyes gleamed with anticipation. Mei, mirroring her last visit, took out her asset card without hesitation and swiped 4 trillion across the prize machine.
"4 trillion!"
The old man was stunned. Mei had once again surpassed her personal best expenditure. The excited crowd watching stomped their feet, and quite casually, someone pulled out a recording device to document Mei's new record.
"Ooh!"
Shiro expertly leaped onto the prize machine, treating it like a comfortable massage chair.
Bang bang bang!
The prize machine vibrated continuously. The old-timers held their breath, acting as if they were the ones drawing the prize. Then, the machine directly bypassed the conventional drawing process. After completing the conversion calculation, it automatically dispensed a ticket.
Pfff—
A puff of steam shot out.
Then, an incredibly profound black color became visible, emerging from the ticket slot. The old man froze, then raised his arms, overcome with uncontrolled excitement.
"Black, Tier 8!"
"Second time, Tier 8!!"
To reliably win a Tier 8 ticket through exchange was simply impossible with 4 trillion. There was only one conclusion: this prize was won via drawing, not exchange.
Today, Mei once again extended her legend among the regulars. The crowd was even more thrilled than Mei herself.
Even Mei felt surprised. She found it hard to believe she had been so lucky once, and now, she had hit the jackpot two times in a row. She had always assumed her luck was mediocre; it seemed the prize machine had reserved all its fortune for her now.
Then, a stream of red tickets poured out sequentially. These were all Tier 7 tickets; no more Tier 8 tickets appeared.
...
This endeavor's spoils were still immense. One Tier 8 ticket alone made the 4 trillion investment worthwhile. Additionally, she acquired 43 Tier 7 tickets, 62 Tier 6 tickets, and 5 Tier 5 tickets.
In total, Mei currently possessed 2 Tier 8 tickets, 75 Tier 7 tickets, 83 Tier 6 tickets, 1 Tier 4 ticket, and 8 Tier 3 tickets.
Putting other matters aside, those two Tier 8 tickets meant Mei could instantly upgrade any item or artifact to Tier 8, a capability sufficient to manage many unforeseen risks and challenges.
For this purpose, she also spent 1 million to quickly sweep the market for a pile of Tier 1 equipment and artifacts possessing various niche abilities and uses, totaling nearly eight hundred items.
Mei spent a few days resting within Hyperdimensional Space, recovering fully, before returning to the Earth Universe. The moment she materialized, time in the Earth Universe resumed its flow.
The instant time restarted,
Hum—
Within the boundary between the universe and the void, temporal and spatial power intertwined and surged, gradually forming a nebulous phantom. Simultaneously, the Gaia consciousness was alarmed.
Gaia opened its eyes, which reflected the sea of stars, as if the very consciousness of the universe had awakened. Its expression was impassive, yet its tone carried extreme gravity.
"Star Spirit King."
This greeting was five billion years too late.
The phantom remained silent.
The Star Spirit King first observed Gaia for a long time before speaking: "Frankly, you disappoint me. After five billion years, you have made absolutely no discernible progress."
Gaia offered no immediate rebuttal, merely countering:
"The Star Spirit has been defeated. Now, do you still genuinely believe you can resurface? You suffered a crushing defeat even at your absolute apex, let alone now when you are merely this fading obsession."
"Haha."
The Star Spirit King, however, showed no anger. She chuckled lightly, "A mere Tier 7 entity dares to boast so shamelessly. Only the Primordial possesses the inherent right to utter such words. You are vastly distant from that level. Even if I am but a lingering shadow, crushing you would be as simple as crushing an ant."
"..."
Gaia fell silent.
He truly lacked the standing to make such claims.
The Star Spirit King initiated the conflict five billion years ago, annihilating countless universes, yet she herself was unexpectedly not characterized by an arrogant disposition.
Gaia's declaration had been quite abrasive, but she seemed largely unconcerned.
"What is the objective of this maneuver?"
"Inheritance."
The Star Spirit King stated with a smile, "The power of the Star Spirit King requires an inheritor. Under any circumstance, this power must be passed on."
Upon hearing this,
Gaia immediately shot back.
"And then expect the Star Spirit to produce another king? You should be fully aware of the blood debt the Star Spirit incurred. The other universes will never permit you to pass this power down."
At these words,
The Star Spirit King erupted into loud laughter.
"Hahahaha, what recourse do they possess? If they could halt me, they would have hunted me down long ago. It is true I perished, but unfortunately, not entirely."
After all,
This entity was a Tier 8 being.
A multiversal powerhouse.
To utterly erase her proved exceedingly difficult. Suppressing the Star Spirit chaos and dealing with the Star Spirit King, the prime architect, had already taxed them to their utmost limit.
Although numerous universes have been relentlessly hunting the Star Spirits since their upheaval, these universal powerhouses recognize one undeniable fact: Star Spirits cannot be completely eradicated.
Star Spirits are naturally spawned within universes. As long as even one universe persists in the void, Star Spirits will continually be born, persisting until all universes are destroyed.
Gaia questioned: "What is your ultimate intention?"
"Survival of the fittest; might dictates right. This is an absolute law upheld by both the void and the cosmos. The Star Spirit King's power can only be claimed by the genuinely strong."
The Star Spirit King cared little for who inherited the power. As long as they possessed sufficient strength, she was indifferent to their subsequent actions.
"Furthermore,"
The Star Spirit King's tone shifted: "I grant you the privilege to contend for this power."
"Is that truly the case?!"
Gaia expressed surprise.
For ages, he had been dedicated to eradicating the Star Spirits, viewing himself as their sworn adversary. He had never anticipated the Star Spirit King would grant him the right to contend for this inheritance.
The Star Spirit King remained impassive.
"Why not? After all, the Gaia consciousness itself originates from the Star Spirit race. And never forget, the Star Spirit of this very universe created you epochs ago."
The so-called miracles,
Were actually gifts bestowed by the Star Spirit.
The circumstances back then were complex. The Gaia consciousness, effectively an artificial Star Spirit, ultimately opposed the original Star Spirit. Outside of those directly involved, tracing the true sequence of events now was exceedingly difficult.
...
"I decline."
Faced with the Star Spirit King's proposition, Mei refused decisively.
"Pardon?"
The Star Spirit King was momentarily taken aback.
She had not anticipated such blunt and resolute rejection.
After Mei returned to the Earth Universe, the Star Spirit King manifested before her, revealing her true identity. She had once belonged to the Star Spirit race. The Star Spirit King acknowledged Mei's qualifications.
No.
Not merely approval.
As long as Mei nodded, she could immediately assume the Star Spirit King's power, become the newest sovereign of the Star Spirit race, and directly ascend to Tier 8.
Veritas!
This was a specialized echelon that even the Star Spirit King herself had never attained. Across the boundless void, spanning countless eons, few beings had ever achieved Veritas.
The cost of this status on the faith marker marketplace could not even begin to quantify its terrifying value. Forget Tier 8 goods, even Tier 9 commodities could not compare.
Once Mei inherited the Star Spirit King's power, she would instantly secure that special Tier 8 standing. That level of strength would surpass the Star Spirit King's peak strength during her prime.
Unfortunately,
Mei harbored no interest in power that originated from someone else. She would readily claim power that was unclaimed. Furthermore, the Star Spirit King's power was intrinsically linked to too much dangerous causality.
She wished to avoid entanglement in the void's ancient grievances because of it.
The Star Spirit King was astonished: "This is a Tier 8 power inheritance! Accepting it immediately elevates you to the Tier 8 realm!"
"Not interested."
Mei's vigilance sharpened, confirming her stance. She simply saw no need to borrow such dangerous external strength. If she were to fall into a trap because of it, there would be no chance for regret.
"..."
The Star Spirit King was left with no recourse. Mei's refusal was truly unprecedented. A special echelon entity stood before her, yet unfortunately, she was no longer a Star Spirit.
She could only state her resolution:
"Your refusal is your prerogative. I will not rescind your qualification. At the designated time, all Star Spirits and races within the void will converge here to participate in the trial to inherit the Star Spirit King's power. You may reconsider at any point."
As a former hegemon,
The Star Spirit King undoubtedly radiated a dominant aura.
Her desire for Mei to inherit the Star Spirit King's mantle would not easily be dismissed. Mei was her absolute primary choice. This entire trial was merely the consequence of Mei declining the direct inheritance.
Had Mei accepted,
Then there would have been no trial required.
Unfortunately,
Mei remained completely unmoved. She possessed the inherent ability to resist and potentially destroy Tier 8 beings. The Star Spirit King could not force her. Moreover, she had no desire to further entangle herself with the Star Spirit race. Simply ignoring the proposition was sufficient.
Soon,
Boom!
Beams of light, centered on the Earth Universe, extended in all directions into the void, connecting various universes. The Star Spirit King's trial was about to commence.
