Kyouka's heart tightened. She never expected to have any connection with the World Tree in the Norse pantheon.
"Respected God-King Odin, there are nine realms born on the World Tree, and it's normal for each inhabitant to carry its essence."
"Perhaps," Odin gave an ambiguous answer, "wait until you see the World Tree, and I hope you can still say the same."
Kyouka's expression stiffened slightly. She couldn't figure out this matter. If she wanted to fool this ancient being who had lived for countless years...
Odin, like an old man, floated unsteadily even when walking, as if any formidable being approaching could easily defeat him.
'Is he testing me?'
Kyouka couldn't understand and had to follow Odin's steps, gradually walking towards the interior of the palace.
"The World Tree is incredibly massive and has propagated nine realms on it," Odin turned around, "Asgard and Midgard, which is Earth, both belong to one of these nine realms."
"Earlier, you mentioned that each inhabitant of the nine realms would carry the essence of the World Tree. This is incorrect. Only some fortunate beings can leave the essence of the World Tree on themselves."
"Of course, this isn't absolute. Like that evil dragon in Niflheim! Gnawing at the roots of the World Tree all day, its essence is not strong, making it a joke!"
"Are you talking about... Nidhogg?"
"Hmm?" Odin gave Kyouka a strange look, seemingly pondering, "Does Asgard have so many legends in Midgard? What else do you know?"
"The World Tree has three massive roots, extending deep into Asgard, Jotunheim, and Niflheim. The third root is continuously bitten by the poisonous dragon Nidhogg. When it bites through the root, it will mark the beginning of Ragnarok."
While Kyouka spoke, she kept an eye on Odin's expression. There was no disturbance in her internal spiritual power, but she was prepared to return to the main god space at any time.
Unfortunately, Kyouka couldn't discern anything from Odin's face. It seemed like he didn't care at all. Even the term 'Ragnarok,' a forbidden word, didn't stir his interest.
Maybe awakening him from Odin's slumber multiple times caused his own strength to decrease significantly, and the massive influx of divine power resulted in a backlash...
"You are correct, but the idea of Nidhogg, the poisonous dragon, biting through the roots of the World Tree is absurd!"
Kyouka didn't express her opinion. This was Odin's territory, and he was in charge. She had already given him a warning.
Finally, the two arrived at a place near a spring. Above it, there was a thick tree trunk!
Although it looked like that, Kyouka knew that it was probably just one of the main roots of the World Tree.
The vitality on it was so rich, beyond Kyouka's imagination!
After a few steps forward, Kyouka suddenly stopped!
Turning her head to look at Odin, the God-King unexpectedly showed a smile and kindly said, "Since it has called for you, why not take a look?"
A trace of confusion flashed in Kyouka's eyes, but she quickly concealed it. After making up her mind, she stepped onto the spring, gradually approaching the enormous tree root.
Her heartbeat quickened, and her elven body seemed to be anticipating something. Even the World Tree not far away emitted a faint glow, as if responding.
Approaching the root base slowly, when Kyouka looked up, she could fully feel the majesty of the World Tree. In an instant, she regarded it as the entire universe!
Quieting her mind, Kyouka's palm slowly approached the tree.
A warm flow surged into her body, an exclusive spiritual power that was usually unwelcome, but at this moment, there was no disturbance. The warm current traversed her entire body before transforming into energy and being absorbed by the elven body.
If Kyouka could check her status panel now, she would surely be amazed at the changes in her physique!
Originally at the peak of Alpha, she could easily defeat other Alpha-level reincarnators in battles using torrents of spiritual power.
However, when it came to close combat, she was at a disadvantage.
Her physical strength was insufficient and couldn't be improved overnight. However, the warm current from the World Tree unexpectedly enhanced her physical strength!
Kyouka's consciousness gradually ascended. She looked down at the nine realms, surrounded by countless star maps!
The origins and endings of life, though observable, could only evoke a sense of awe.
Retracting her mind, the World Tree showed no more signs of disturbance. Odin, seemingly somewhat expectant, asked, "What have you understood?"
Seeing Kyouka momentarily bewildered, the God-King coughed twice, "I apologize for my abruptness."
Stepping out of the spring, Kyouka's eyebrows furrowed as she continued to contemplate.
"The World Tree allowed me to observe the entire nine realms."
"Is that all?"
"That's all."
Odin's brow furrowed deeper, appearing lost in thought.
After a while, the God-King returned to his senses.
Glancing at the World Tree and then at Kyouka, he asked, "If I'm not mistaken, the energy inside you shouldn't be magic, right?"
Kyouka nodded. These things were not worth hiding.
"Can you release it?"
Kyouka raised her eyebrows slightly. With a command, spiritual power quickly emanated from her body, entwining around her.
Odin's lone eye stared at the spiritual power, and Kyouka could sense an even more intense divine power fluctuation around him!
"What do you think of Thor?"
Kyouka bravely said, "Honest, brave, skilled in battle, but with a quick temper."
Odin nodded, "A straightforward impression. However, he is still the prince of Asgard, enjoying all the resources of the fairy palace."
Kyouka, puzzled, wondered what the God-King was trying to convey. Was he showing off his wealth?
"You also have this qualification."
"Me?" Kyouka found it unbelievable. Odin had prepared a considerable amount for the Thunder God Thor, and the resources were far from equal.
Now this God-King was saying she had this qualification?
Kyouka felt a sense of foreboding.
However, driven by reason, her curiosity did not disappear. She continued to ask Odin, "What do I need to give? Sell myself to Asgard?"
Odin smiled, "Of course not, we in Asgard don't have such traditions."
"Then..."
"Would you be willing to become Thor's queen and witness his growth?"
Kyouka's expression froze. She had anticipated this reason long ago, but because it was impractical, she didn't take it seriously.
Her mind was slightly confused. Become a queen? Was he joking? Perhaps there were many unmarried women in the fairy palace who wanted to spend intimate moments with this prince, but that didn't include her!
"Do you... not know that Thor has a partner?"
"The woman from Midgard?"
"Yes, her name is Jane."
"Thor told me, but do you think a prince of the fairy palace would be with an ordinary person?"
Kyouka fell silent. The gap between Jane and Thor was significant. Even if Jane didn't have any talent for cultivation, Thor's love for her would be of no avail.
But given Marvel's style, superheroes always had a beautiful companion... Jane seemed to have a glimmer of hope?
"Time is enough to separate the two, and time is always the most terrifying weapon. Besides, the lifespan of that human is negligible in the realm of gods."
"Even so, I can only apologize. I don't have any feelings for Thor personally, and I believe he doesn't either."
Odin's gaze remained on Kyouka, "Feelings can be cultivated slowly, and for you, time is not lacking."
Kyouka felt as if countless alpacas were running through her mind. Why was this old man so skilled at this!
"My view on choosing a spouse happens to differ from Thor's."
"This..." Odin furrowed his brows, "Did you refuse? Becoming Thor's queen, you can come to the World Tree anytime, and the resources of the fairy palace will gradually be inclined towards you."
"Although my eyes are a bit dim, I can sense your desire. You want to become stronger, don't you? What's better than staying in Asgard?"
"The Midgard is not suitable for cultivation, among the nine realms..."
"Sorry, if you want to choose a bride for Thor, I think Sif would be a better choice."
Odin's facial expression didn't change. "Sif... She was indeed considered at first and had the qualification to become Thor's queen. However, her strength is a bit inadequate."
"She is still young, has plenty of time to become stronger. As long as the fairy palace leans its resources slightly towards her, Sif will soon be able to help Thor."
How did Odin not see through this? This girl directly used his previous words to retort him.
A moment of instability in the divine power appeared around him. Odin's expression became serious, "You... are you not moved at all?"
"If I have to sell myself to Thor, I'd rather not."
"Ah~" Odin suddenly sighed, walked past Kyouka, "I'm getting more and more confused about the thoughts of you young people. Perhaps only exceptionally outstanding women would refuse such conditions."
"Young lady, welcome to Asgard. You can have a great time here."
"Of course." Odin turned around, "If you regret it, you can come find me again. Trust me, being by Thor's side, you will definitely progress faster."
In Kyouka's eyes, this God-King now looked more like a father trying to market his son in a matchmaking event.
I wonder what Thor would think when he sees this scene.
As Odin was about to disappear, Kyouka activated her spiritual power and suddenly appeared next to Odin!
Odin's divine power fluctuated violently, like boiling water. After a period of time, it gradually stabilized.
Odin frowned, "You... aren't you a bit impolite in my eyes?"
"Sorry, respected God-King. I just noticed that you lack control over the divine power around you. Every time you enter Odin's Sleep, it must be to suppress that massive divine power, right?"
Odin didn't get angry. Instead, he found this exceptionally beautiful girl more pleasing to the eye. For so many years, no one had dared to speak such words in front of him. Although she used respectful language, she showed no fear.
"Do you have any good ideas?" Odin jokingly asked, not really taking what Kyouka said seriously.
Even withstanding the erosion of time, he continued to age gradually. However, in terms of increasing divine power, this body never stopped.
This resulted in him having to enter Odin's Sleep every once in a while to carefully suppress this massive divine power.
He had been searching for a solution on the World Tree for so many years, but now a junior popped up and pointed out that Odin wasn't bothered. He might even be fascinated.
"Do you have any ideas?" Odin raised his eyebrows. He was not really concerned about what Kyouka said.
Even though time was wearing him down, making him gradually age, the growth of divine power in his body never stopped.
This meant that every time he entered Odin's Sleep, the duration got longer.
He had been searching for a solution on the World Tree, but a junior now pointed out that Odin wasn't bothered. He might even be fascinated.
Odin was taken aback... this girl, who was also influenced by the consciousness of the World Tree, might actually find a solution!
Gathering divine power in his pupils, Odin felt a massive amount of spiritual power from Kyouka's body, far surpassing the same level!
"Do you believe in your son's friend?"
Odin fell silent for a moment, "Follow me."
Saying that, a spatial passage appeared in front of Odin!
Kyouka followed Odin and observed around. She realized that this was the so-called 'Odin's Sleep.'
In simple terms, it was Odin's sleeping chamber.
Something that looked like a coffin was covered in starlight. Upon closer inspection, those starlights resembled shrunken stars!
"What do I need to do?"
"Well... just relax."
Odin shook his head, "If I relax control over divine power, I'm afraid it will instantly fill the entire palace."
Kyouka was quite shocked. Even if she detonated her spiritual power now, it wouldn't cause any harm to Odin!
As time passed, what seemed like a very short distance consumed a lot of time.
Finally, the spiritual power snake arrived at the vortex of Odin's divine power.
"Respected God-King, from now on, please cooperate with me and gradually compress the divine power."
"Alright!"
The spiritual power snake lit up with magical patterns. In Kyouka's spiritual sea, the area was visibly drying up at a rapid pace!
At this moment, Odin also became serious, carefully manipulating divine power. Following the guidance of the spiritual power snake, the divine power vortex began to absorb divine power extensively!
Seed after seed of milky-white divine power was condensed and gradually filled the divine power vortex. However, there was still a massive amount of divine power outside that had not been absorbed.
Odin opened his eyes and looked at Kyouka. He felt the divine power responding to his will. Sensing that there was still a vast amount of divine power surrounding him, under the will of the God-King, it quickly condensed into a seed of divine power and was pushed in front of the magical pattern snake.