225: Chapter 225 The Method of Combining Seven Forces

The figure of the Spirit of Creation floated in the Void Realm, standing ten thousand zhang tall, its entire body condensed from light.

Its eyes were as deep as a starry sky, staring at Shen Zhao as if wanting to see right through him.

Shen Zhao knelt in the Void Realm, kowtowing deeply, his forehead touching the nihilistic ground.

"Disciple Shen Zhao asks Senior for guidance."

The Spirit of Creation remained silent for a long time, so long that Shen Zhao thought it wouldn't speak.

"Latecomer, you have finally made it here."

Its voice was very soft, yet it clearly entered Shen Zhao's ears, carrying the vicissitudes of piercing through the years.

Shen Zhao looked up, gazing at that figure of light.

"Senior, the seven powers within Disciple's body are out of control."

"The three Elders said that if they are not fused as soon as possible, Disciple will not last three years."

"I beg Senior to teach Disciple the method of Seven Powers Fusion."

The Spirit of Creation's eyes narrowed slightly, as if examining him.

"Seven Powers Fusion is not something anyone can learn."

"The Chosen Ones of the first five cycles have all learned it, and all failed."

"Are you sure you want to learn it?"

Shen Zhao's hand paused slightly.

The Chosen Ones of the first five cycles had all learned it and all failed.

Pan, Yi, Nong, Xuanyuan, Bai Yunzhou.

They had all failed.

"Disciple is sure."

A trace of light flashed in the Spirit of Creation's eyes.

"Why? What makes you think you can succeed?"

Shen Zhao fell silent for a moment, then slowly spoke.

"Because Disciple is not alone."

"The Chosen Ones of the first five cycles were all fighting alone."

"But Disciple is different; behind Disciple stands the entire star sea."

"There is Uncle, Director Su, and the Disciples of the Guardian Academy."

"There are Cultivators from various domains, and tens of billions of common people."

"They are all behind Disciple, so Disciple cannot fail."

The Spirit of Creation remained silent for a long time.

"Very well, this seat will teach you."

It raised its hand, and a stream of light gushed out from its palm.

Condensing into a huge picture in the Void Realm.

In the picture, seven-colored lights intertwined and wrapped around each other, forming a complex pattern.

"Seven Powers Fusion is divided into three steps."

The Spirit of Creation's voice became solemn, as if imparting some ancient secret method.

"The first step is Recognizing Power. Recognize the essence of each power."

"Primordial Power is creation. Power of Chaos is tolerance."

"Power of Space-Time is circulation. Karma Power is connection."

"Life Power is growth. Power of Dao Protection is guardianship."

"End Force is destination."

"Seven powers, seven essences, not a single one can be lacking."

Shen Zhao listened attentively, remembering every single word in his heart.

"The second step is Fusing Power. Let the seven powers fuse with each other."

"It is not a matter of who devours whom, but of fusing into a single entity."

"Like water and fire, seemingly incompatible, yet they can coexist between heaven and earth."

"Water can extinguish fire, and fire can evaporate water, but both water and fire are parts of heaven and earth."

The Spirit of Creation raised its hand, and the seven-colored lights in the picture began to approach each other.

They collided, repelled, and conflicted, and the picture trembled violently.

"The process of fusing power is very painful, like ten thousand ants devouring the heart, making Life worse than death."

"You must endure and cannot give up."

"Once you give up, the seven powers will completely lose control, and your body will explode to death."

Shen Zhao's hands were trembling slightly.

Ten thousand ants devouring the heart, Life worse than death.

The Spirit of the Gate had also said the same thing.

"Disciple is not afraid."

The Spirit of Creation looked at him, a trace of approval flashing in its eyes.

"The third step is Unifying Dao. Make the fused power unite with your Dao Heart."

"Seven Powers Fusion is not the goal; the goal is to make your Dao Heart unite with the Universe's Origin."

"What is your Dao Heart?"

Shen Zhao fell silent for a moment.

"Guardianship. Guarding the star sea, guarding the common people, guarding everyone who needs to be guarded."

The Spirit of Creation nodded.

"Good. Remember your Dao Heart, and do not forget it."

"If you forget your Dao Heart, the seven powers will lose control once again."

"By then, no one can save you."

Shen Zhao nodded solemnly.

"Disciple remembers."

The Spirit of Creation raised its hand, and that picture dissipated.

"Next, this seat will send you to the place of the Universe Origin."

"That place is the source of the seven powers, and also the best place for Seven Powers Fusion."

"However, that place is very dangerous. Space-time turbulence, spatial traps, ancient Restrictions—every step could cost you your Life."

"Moreover, there is a dormant existence there, older than the Spirit of Ending."

Shen Zhao's heart trembled.

A dormant existence, older than the Spirit of Ending.

"Senior, what is that?"

The Spirit of Creation remained silent for a long time.

"It is the consciousness of the New Universe, currently gestating."

"It has perceived your arrival and may awaken."

"If it awakens, you must complete the Seven Powers Fusion before it fully wakes up."

"Otherwise, it will devour you and make you a part of it."

Shen Zhao's hands were trembling slightly.

Being devoured by the consciousness of the New Universe and becoming a part of it.

That meant death.

"Disciple understands."

The Spirit of Creation raised its hand, and a light door opened in front of Shen Zhao.

Behind the light door was an endless expanse of light.

The light was so bright that Shen Zhao could not open his eyes.

"Go, latecomer."

"This seat will be here, waiting for your return."

Shen Zhao took a deep breath and stepped into the light door.

The world behind the light door was completely different from what he had imagined.

There was no darkness, no nihilism, only endless light.

Floating within the light were countless tiny light spots.

Every single light spot was slowly rotating, emitting a warm radiance.

Shen Zhao floated in the light, feeling everything around him.

Those light spots were the Origin fragments of the Universe.

They were the source of the seven powers and the Foundation of all things.

He closed his eyes and began the first step—Recognizing Power.

Primordial Power is creation.

He perceived the Primordial Power within his body; that power was very warm, like a mother's embrace.

It created the stars, created the star sea, and created living beings.

It is the beginning of everything, and also the root of everything.

Power of Chaos is tolerance.

He perceived the Power of Chaos within his body; that power was very gentle, like a father's palm.

It encompasses all things and tolerates everything.

Without Chaos, there would be no order, and no Universe.

Power of Space-Time is circulation.

He perceived the Power of Space-Time within his body; that power was very swift, like a surging river.

It allows time to pass, space to circulate, and all things to move.

Without space-time, the Universe would be a pool of stagnant water, forever stalled.

Karma Power is connection.

He perceived the Karma Power within his body; that power was very fine, like countless threads.

It connects all things together, ensuring every choice has a result.

Without Karma, the Universe would be a sheet of loose sand, forever separated.

Life Power is growth.

He perceived the Life Power within his body; that power was very soft, like the spring breeze.

It makes seeds sprout, flowers bloom, and living beings multiply.

Without Life, the Universe would be a picture of utter silence, devoid of vitality.

Power of Dao Protection is guardianship.

He perceived the Power of Dao Protection within his body; that power was very firm, like a boulder.

It guards the star sea, guards the common people, and guards everyone who needs to be guarded.

Without the Power of Dao Protection, the Universe would fall into Chaos, where the strong prey on the weak.

End Force is destination.

He perceived the End Force within his body; that power was very calm, like the surface of a lake in the dead of night.

It brings an end to all things, returns everything to nothingness, and allows a new cycle to begin.

Without an end, the Universe would have no new birth and would remain stagnant forever.

Shen Zhao opened his eyes, his gaze filled with sudden enlightenment.

The seven powers, the seven essences—he understood them all.

He took a deep breath and began the second step—Fusing Power.

He guided the Primordial Power to embrace the Power of Chaos.

The Primordial Power transformed into a ball of soft light, wrapping the Power of Chaos within it.

The Power of Chaos struggled for a moment, then calmed down.

It no longer repelled the Primordial Power, but instead fused with it.

Two kinds of powers intertwined within his body, transforming into an entirely new power.

A sharp pain came from Shen Zhao's Meridians, as if they were being torn apart.

But he gritted his teeth and persisted, refusing to give up.

He guided the Power of Chaos to embrace the Power of Space-Time.

The Power of Chaos transformed into a ball of gentle light, wrapping the Power of Space-Time within it.

The Power of Space-Time struggled for a moment, then calmed down.

It no longer repelled the Power of Chaos, but instead fused with it.

Three kinds of powers intertwined within his body, transforming into an even more powerful force.

The severe pain intensified, and fine beads of sweat oozed from Shen Zhao's forehead.

But he did not stop, because he knew.

Stopping meant death.

He guided the Power of Space-Time to embrace the Karma Power.

The Power of Space-Time transformed into a circulating light, wrapping the Karma Power within it.

The Karma Power struggled for a moment, then calmed down.

It no longer repelled the Power of Space-Time, but instead fused with it.

Four kinds of powers intertwined within his body, transforming into an even deeper force.

Shen Zhao's body began to tremble, his complexion as pale as paper.

But he clenched his teeth and continued to guide them.

He guided the Karma Power to embrace the Life Power.

The Karma Power transformed into a ball of fine light, wrapping the Life Power within it.

The Life Power struggled for a moment, then calmed down.

It no longer repelled the Karma Power, but instead fused with it.

Five kinds of powers intertwined within his body, transforming into an even softer force.

Fresh blood overflowed from the corners of Shen Zhao's mouth, but his gaze remained steadfast.

He guided the Life Power to embrace the Power of Dao Protection.

The Life Power transformed into a ball of tender light, wrapping the Power of Dao Protection within it.

The Power of Dao Protection struggled for a moment, then calmed down.

It no longer repelled the Life Power, but instead fused with it.

Six kinds of powers intertwined within his body, transforming into an even sturdier force.

Blood began to ooze from Shen Zhao's seven orifices, but he did not stop.

He guided the Power of Dao Protection to embrace the End Force.

The Power of Dao Protection transformed into a ball of firm light, wrapping the End Force within it.

The End Force struggled for a long time, refusing to quiet down.

It was the most disobedient of the seven powers, because it represented the end.

It did not want to be fused, nor did it want to be included.

It wanted to devour everything and destroy everything.

Shen Zhao gritted his teeth and injected more Power of Dao Protection into it.

"You are not destruction; you are the destination."

"Without an end, there is no new birth."

"You are not an enemy; you are a friend."

The End Force finally calmed down.

It fused with the Power of Dao Protection, transforming into an even more tranquil force.

The seven powers finally fused into one entity.

In Shen Zhao's Dantian, the seven-colored lights intertwined and wrapped around each other, forming a perfect cycle.

Primordial creates, Chaos encompasses, space-time circulates.

Karma connects, Life grows, Dao Protection guards.

End is the destination.

Seven powers, seven essences, not a single one can be lacking.

Shen Zhao slumped in the Void Realm, panting heavily.

His body was covered in bloodstains, and his complexion was as pale as paper.

But his eyes were filled with joy.

He did it, he really did it.

Seven Powers Fusion.

Right at this moment, a terrifying aura came from the depths of the light.

That aura was very ancient and very powerful, carrying boundless coercion.

Shen Zhao looked up, gazing toward the source of the aura.

Deep within the light, a pair of eyes was slowly opening.

That pair of eyes was huge, like two stars.

Within the eyes, there were no pupils, only endless light.

The consciousness of the New Universe had awakened.

It looked at Shen Zhao, its eyes filled with curiosity.

"Father, you have finally come."

Shen Zhao was stunned.

Father?

The consciousness of the New Universe called him Father?

"You... what did you call me?"

That pair of eyes blinked, and the voice was very soft, like an infant's murmur.

"Father. You are my father."

"The seven powers within your body are my nourishment."

"Only if you live can I live."

"If you die, I will also die."

Shen Zhao's hands were trembling slightly.

Only if he lived could the New Universe live.

If he died, the New Universe would also die.

So, he was the Foundation of the New Universe.

"Child, how much longer will you need to fully awaken?"

That pair of eyes fell silent for a moment.

"One hundred years. One hundred years from now, I will fully awaken."

"By then, the Old Universe will end, and the New Universe will be born."

Shen Zhao nodded.

One hundred years, the same time as the end of the Universe.

"Child, Father has to go."

"There are still many things to do."

That pair of eyes blinked, showing some reluctance.

"Father, will you come to see me again?"

Shen Zhao smiled, a smile as light as the clouds and breeze.

"I will. Father will come to see you."

He turned around and flew toward the direction of the light door.

Behind him, that pair of eyes kept watching him until he disappeared into the light.

Shen Zhao passed through the light door and returned before the Spirit of Creation.

The Spirit of Creation looked at him, its eyes filled with gratification.

"You did it."

Shen Zhao nodded, knelt in the Void Realm, and kowtowed deeply toward the Spirit of Creation.

"Thank you for your guidance, Senior."

The Spirit of Creation waved its hand, indicating that he did not need to stand on ceremony.

"Go, go back and consolidate well."

"Seven Powers Fusion is only the beginning; the real test is yet to come."

Shen Zhao got up, turned around, and flew toward the direction of the door.

Passing through that door, he returned to the edge of the star sea.

The spacetime flying boat was still waiting there for him.

He boarded the flying boat and flew toward the direction of Yongning City.

Standing before the porthole and gazing at the star sea ahead, seven-colored lights circulated around the hull of the boat.

Within his body, the seven powers had already fused into one, no longer conflicting, no longer out of control.

His cultivation was also recovering, his complexion rosy and his aura steady.

But he knew this was only the beginning.

The real test was still ahead.

The owner of that hand would break the seal fifty years later.

The end of the Universe would arrive in one hundred years.

He had to make all preparations before these events.

The flying boat sped through the star sea, arriving at Yongning City in less than two hours.

Shen Yuan stood on the Star Port, his white hair fluttering in the wind.

Seeing Shen Zhao step out of the cabin door, his eye sockets turned red.

"You're back?"

"I'm back."

"Are your injuries healed?"

"They're healed."

Shen Yuan nodded and turned to walk toward the Council Hall.

"Let's go, representatives from all domains are waiting for you."