Chapter 638: Justice and Freedom
Chapter 638: Justice and Freedom
The Primarchs were surprised when they heard that information, and their eyes glowed with awe and admiration. Who could have imagined that the mightiest monster born in the Prima Universe would have rid of one Core of Existence of Endless Darkness, their universe’s Ultimate Enemy?
Just as the Sacred Beast Primarch was about to ask a question about that issue, Salomon and Issac focused on her with sharp eyes. The woman immediately understood her mistake and did not speak a word.
Everybody had their assumption about Zatiel’s previous life, and there was no doubt in their minds that he must have been a monstrously powerful individual.
Their best guess was Zatiel being either the reincarnation of the Champion of Justice and Order that fell during the Cataclysmic War or the Incarnation of Death and Destruction. He could also be the avatar of the World Tree, which could explain the presence of that unique sapling feeding from the White Sun.
However, due to Baator and Abyss interference over the Eternal River of the Afterlife, Zatiel could have also been an Alpha Universe’s powerhouse that transmigrated into the Prima Universe.
In the end, it doesn’t really matter. Zatiel already proved his desire to help the Prima Universe by giving the Primarchs the knowledge to enhance their cultivation and information about the greatest and final threat they had to handle.
Zatiel remained silent and only continued speaking when he saw how the Primarchs focused on him, waiting for his words and instructions.
Ezequiel saw all that, and his respect and admiration for Zatiel grew stronger. Who else could make the greatest warriors of the Prima Universe treat him with such reverence?
“Abyss and Baator are significant threats, and we can not allow them to remain unchecked. While the Incarnation of Death and Destruction neutralized the Core of Existence in the Nexus, it doesn’t mean that he destroyed it.
Although I am unaware of how potent Endless Darkness’ ego is in the Cores of Existence that formed Baator, Abyss, and the Eldritch Universe, I know it influences their goals. The reason Demons and Devils have such a strong desire to devour each other could be considered a manifestation of Endless Darkness’ desire to be complete again.”
The Primarchs adopted a solemn attitude when they heard those words. They agreed with Zatiel’s logic, and they knew letting Endless Darkness’ Cores of Existence fuse back would be catastrophic.
It was crucial for the Primarchs to handle Abyss and Baator before an all-out war against the Eldritch Universe. If that evil universe were to devour the planes, four of Endless Darkness’ Five Cores of Existence would merge. That would essentially mean game over unless one of them grew strong enough to take the False Path to Rank 10.
“A direct confrontation with Nexus and the 666th Layer would mean suicide even if one of you evolves four Cores of Existence. I have a plan to handle Abyss and Baator, but it is not the right time yet. If you choose to follow me during that saga, I promise to do all in my power to protect the Prima Universe.”
Issac focused on Zatiel for a moment before clasping his hands and performing a deep bow. Hyperion and the Dragon Primarch followed the Magus and also bowed.
The Dark Tower Alliance would follow Zatiel’s plan to handle the evil planes.
The Sacred Beast Primarch and Spirit Primarch focused on Salomon as they waited for his decision. The Immortal Primarch’s eyes narrowed, and he also clasped his hands and bowed.
Taking the Neo-Demon as their leader would not be possible, but following his guidance during the odyssey that would be the war against Abyss and Baator was something they all were ready to accept. Zatiel’s knowledge was superior to theirs, and due to Issac’s Omega Law, they were sure he did have a plan to tackle the evil planes.
Zatiel smiled as he saw that. With the Immortal Alliance and Dark Tower Alliance by his side, his chances of fulfilling the mission in Baator and Abyss grew exponentially.
He shared all that information and helped the Primarch with the two goals. One was to gain enough influence over them so that he could tap into their powers.
As for the second, it was to establish a karmic link. If it ever came the day when Zatiel needed to fight the Primarchs, he could use the power of karma to improve his chances of victory.
“Now that I told you all the information you needed to know, as I promised, I will explain the reason for the myriad of bloodlines in my race.”
The Titan, Dragon, and Sacred Beast Primarch adopted solemn expressions when they heard those words. The trio was highly grateful for all the information Zatiel granted them, but they could not let another race hunt their people to steal their bloodlines.
Zatiel waves his hand, making a Rank 0 kobold appear in the Virtual Dream Universe. The kobold’s skin was transparent so the Primarchs could see what happened inside him.
Everybody saw how a core made of billions of runes appeared inside the kobold’s heart. Next, purification progress occurred with the kobold’s bloodline, transforming it into a draconic one. The kobold rose to Rank 1 and used the dragon bloodline to create a Bloodline Heart.
No one said anything as they saw that, not even the Dragon Primarch. Techniques used to purify one’s bloodline were rare for most but not for life forms of their level.
However, what happened next did shock the Primarchs.
Hyperion and the others saw how Zatiel sent a new demonic bloodline into that Bloodline Heart. The dragon and demonic bloodlines fused, creating something stronger.
“As you can see, my race can fuse different bloodlines and give birth to new ones. We don’t have flaws like Bloodline Shackles or a weakened purity in our offspring.”
The bloodline Primarchs were shocked by that information. A race capable of such a feat filled their hearts with awe. But, there was a significant problem with such a race.
“Your kind has a predisposition to hunt life forms with powerful bloodlines and take them as yours.” The Sacred Beast Primarch spoke calmly, but there was still a hidden fury in her eyes. Her race suffered immensely against people that acted in that way.
Zatiel stared directly at the Sacred Beast Primarch without fear or guilt.
“You are right. Actually, my race was born to end yours.”
Hyperion, the Dragon Primarch, and the Sacred Beast Primarch showed fury when they heard that, but they did not lose control. Zatiel was extremely honest and did not try to hide anything, making them take things with a cold head.
The Neo-Demon nodded to the bloodline Primarchs’ restraint and control and continued speaking.
“However, we have changed. My race treasures honor, brotherhood, justice, and freedom above all things. We don’t hunt innocent life forms in search of bloodlines. What we do is actively hunt evil through the Prima Universe, and if they have powerful bloodlines, then we take them.”
Zatiel, like everybody else, was still under the effect of Issac’s Omega Law, so they knew there were no lies or deception behind his words. He then turned toward Hyperion, and there was a reprimanding light in his eyes.
“You found a large group of people with potent Titan Bloodlines in a High World due to a war centuries ago.” Zatiel then turned to Ezequiel, who took a step forward.
“Two hundred and twenty-nine years ago, we came across a High World with the name of Zenith. A Titan Clan had invaded it, and they were using the indigenous sentient life forms as experiment subjects to find a way to enhance their bloodlines.” Ezequiel’s eyes glowed with silver light as he spoke, and the word in his Neo-Godking Robe shone with willpower.
“Those who perform slavery and suppress the innocent to achieve disgusting goals are not worthy of mercy. I sealed space around that Titan Clan’s headquarters, stopping them from running before killing them all.”
Ezequiel did not hide his killing intent as he spoke those words, and the silver light in his eyes only grew stronger. He was the Godking of Freedom!
Hyperion and the other bloodline Primarchs found it hard to argue with the Neo-Demons. After all, one side enslaved a world while the other freed it. Not to mention, it was not easy to feel pity for members of their races that used innocent people as furnaces.
“Ahh, I understand your sense of virtue, but they are still part of our races. I would like for your kind to stop actively hunting those who sin. In exchange, we will make sure they pay for their crimes.” Hyperon spoke, and the Dragon Primarch and Sacred Beast Primarch nodded to those words.
The bloodline Primarchs gave a significant amount of respect and performed several concessions by taking that approach. Unfortunately, they failed to understand Zatiel’s personality.
“There are currently billions of my kind active at this moment. They all follow a righteous path thanks to their elders’ strict teachings and guidance. However, I am not foolish enough to think there will never be one of them that loses their way.”
When they heard that, Hyperion and the others thought Zatiel was ready to make some concessions, but as they saw a merciless silver light appear in the Neo-Demon’s eyes, they knew things would not go their way.
“I consider every member of my race as an invaluable part of my family, but I will not hesitate to burn the soul of any of them if they fall into depravity. I will never compromise or ignore evil if I see it. No one and nothing will stop me from erasing sins from the universe. I am the Godking of Justice!”