Chapter 1597: Mind and Body as One (II)

Reverend Madness’ eyes glowed fiercely with killing intent and unwavering determination as he slowly raised his terrifying trident toward the heavens.

Instantly, the hundreds of Divine Transcendence-level nightmarish insectoid monsters surged forth, rapidly coalescing around the sinister weapon. Their twisted forms blended seamlessly, transforming into a gigantic pillar of nightmarish, destructive energy.

The sinister column of power erupted violently toward the sky, instantly fracturing the fabric of reality itself and leaving jagged scars across the atmosphere. Its monstrous aura distorted the world around it.

Yet, this terrifying display was merely a prelude.

Under the meticulous control of Reverend Madness, the massive stream of nightmarish forces began to compress, condensing rapidly until it formed a single, incredibly dense sphere of dark plasma. This orb pulsated with horrific, otherworldly power, crackling violently and releasing bursts of unstable energy.

Reverend Madness’ eyes gleamed with malevolent satisfaction as he directed this apocalyptic force forward.

“Die!” Reverend Madness roared, his voice echoing with murderous intent and boundless determination.

The dark plasma sphere instantly exploded forward, unleashing a devastating energy cannon whose destructive capability matched thousands of cataclysmic explosions, tearing through air, sky, and ground alike. The very fabric of reality rippled violently under the catastrophic power released by Reverend Madness, creating spatial distortions that threatened to unravel the stability of the world.

A palpable sense of horror filled the hearts of the Gu cultivators as they watched this unstoppable wave of destruction race toward Cain. They recognized instantly that the attack before them surpassed any previous strike—it wasn’t merely a Soul Realm assault, but an attack imbued with the might and authority of the Third Realm itself, a level that they could scarcely comprehend, let alone oppose.

Cain saw the immense beam of nightmarish energy hurtling toward him and immediately perceived its composition clearly. Hundreds of different spiritual and energetic waves were intricately woven together, forming a chaotic tapestry of destructive power. He quickly realized he could not rely on The Flow to redirect or dissipate it—the composition was far too complex and volatile, carefully crafted by Reverend Madness specifically to prevent such an outcome.

It was obvious Reverend Madness was neither careless nor arrogant. He viewed Cain as a genuine threat and unleashed a powerful killing attack from the very beginning. Yet, even confronted by such immense peril, the young man’s confident smile did not waver. Instead, it grew even stronger, reflecting an inner clarity and unshakable resolve.

With merely a single thought, Cain activated the A.I. Gu Insect sealed within the Star Sealing Runic Formation. Immediately, the insect exploded into a boundless ocean of physical force, surging fiercely into Cain’s Soul Dimension and flooding directly into Leviathan’s gargantuan form.

A surge of unimaginable power rushed through Cain, filling him to the very brink. The magnitude of the influx was so immense he felt as though his entire body might explode under the strain, yet his concentration did not falter. Instead, he fully embraced this boundless energy.

The red flames within Cain’s eyes blazed intensely as he lifted his right hand in calm defiance.

A colossal explosion thundered across the ruined mountain range as Reverend Madness’s nightmarish beam collided directly with Cain’s outstretched palm.

“BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOMMMMMMMMMMMM!”

What the spectators witnessed next left them utterly speechless. Cain stood unmoving, using nothing but the palm of his right hand as an unyielding shield.

The monstrous energy cannon split in half upon contact, scattering and dissipating violently into waves of chaotic darkness. These destructive waves exploded in every direction, pulverizing mountains and devastating landscapes and annihilating the nearby super stronghold the faction leaders had painstakingly built.

The sheer collateral destruction demonstrated clearly the attack’s immense power, yet, unbelievably, Cain’s single palm remained an insurmountable obstacle, unaffected and unwavering.

Shock widened Reverend Madness’ eyes. Gritting his teeth furiously, he channeled even more power into the monstrous beam, refusing to accept that anyone could withstand his might.

“RUMBLE!”

The tremors grew even more violent, assaulting both sky and earth as fragments of spacetime collapsed under the relentless release of energy. Although the Gu World was classified as a Primary World, capable of enduring a Prima Deity’s radiating pressure, this did not mean it was immune to the devastation beings of this caliber could unleash. The reality around them began to crack and fracture, pushed beyond its limits.

Cain paid no attention to the deteriorating state of the world around him. Instead, he focused entirely on the immense energy opposing him. He felt his right arm trembling violently, his muscles straining as he slowly sank, causing the earth beneath him to shatter beneath his feet.

Yet, even in this dangerous and dire state, the serene smile on Cain’s face only deepened, radiating profound enlightenment and boundless clarity through his mind, heart, soul, and the entirety of his existence.

“The ultimate goal of my existence, the force guiding me forward—I’ve reflected deeply on it. Saving my home, defeating my enemies, leading my people to a brighter and more enlightened future…” Cain’s voice echoed powerfully across the ruined landscape, resonating deeply within the hearts of every Gu Sect cultivator and even Reverend Madness himself.

“All these thoughts filled my mind, yet they never quite captured my true purpose. They were never wrong, but neither were they complete. Only now do I realize that I seek all of these things—and far more.”

Cain’s voice intensified, each word vibrating with purpose, confidence, and undeniable authority. “I seek a sanctuary for my friends and family; I seek to obliterate my enemies, converting their destruction into fuel for my ascension; and I seek to guide my people beyond every obstacle—to the very apex of power!”

With every word Cain spoke, awe and reverence grew in the hearts of all who heard him. Many cultivators lowered their heads instinctively, overcome with respect as though witnessing the birth of an unstoppable cosmic entity destined to stand above all else.

Then, Cain’s voice resounded once more, its power absolute and undeniable.

“I AM CONQUEST!”

Those three profound words froze time itself for a brief moment before a titanic surge of pure, red psychic force erupted from Cain’s body, obliterating Reverend Madness’s nightmarish energy cannon completely.

Awe, shock, and even worship filled the eyes of every spectator as they stared at Cain, enveloped in blazing red flames. His aura surpassed anything a Soul Realm Master could achieve, resonating directly with the cosmic Laws and universal forces themselves.

“Prima Deity,” Lucius whispered quietly, his voice trembling in awe and disbelief, mirroring the collective thought of all observers. It mattered not that Cain had reached such heights through his Ego Eternal Path of Power—the crucial fact was that he now possessed the raw, unfathomable power of a Third Realm being!