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Chapter 23 - The first step to power

The morning sun painted the celestial realm in hues of gold as Sammy awoke, anticipation coursing through his veins. Today marked the culmination of his journey—a transcending ceremony that would propel him into the realm of gods. Stepping onto the grand stage, Bullhead delivered the customary introduction, setting the stage for a momentous event.

As the angels bestowed upon Sammy the weapon he had prearranged, he felt a surge of gratitude. The golden blessings from the top floor cascaded upon him, permeating his being with divine strength. The crowd held its breath, witnessing the transformation unfold.

The transcending arena's gates swung open, revealing a formidable horde of demon beasts. This time, however, they weren't the familiar adversaries Sammy had faced in the past. Stone and lava wolves, tire-three in their ferocity, surged onto the stage. Sammy, gauntlet at the ready, channeled the newfound energy within him.

The ensuing battle was a spectacle of power and agility. Sammy dispatched the tire-three wolves with an impressive display of martial prowess, each punch resonating with the force of a demigod. The celestial audience, initially in awe, soon found themselves oscillating between admiration and unease, they started to whisper " is he truly a human, it can't be maybe he is already a demigod, no it can't be he could be a demon look at that devilish smile on his face.... as Sammy's demeanor took an unsettling turn when the wolves started to run towards the gates as if trying to evade him, Sammy had a smile on his face that matches the madness in his eyes, his mad voice resounded through the whole arena, why are you running weak creatures, come here and submit to your new god.....

The second set of gates revealed a colossal foe—a tire-five beast, a giant wolf radiating a malevolent energy. The crowd gasped at the sight of this formidable opponent, and Bullhead's voice resonated, "Behold the tire-five beast, a challenge worthy of a god."

As the tire-five beast advanced with predatory intent, Sammy squared off, gauntlet pulsating with energy. The ensuing clash was a symphony of power, each strike echoing through the transcending arena. Sammy, fueled by determination, engaged the tire-five beast with a mix of ferocity and calculated precision.

The battle was fierce, Sammy evading the creature's attacks while delivering calculated blows. Lava and stone clashed in a dance of elemental forces. The tire-five beast, a testament to tire-five strength, fought relentlessly, each strike carrying the weight of its monstrous power.

In the midst of the chaos, Sammy's gauntlet became a conduit for the newfound energy within him. With each punch, the resonating force seemed to amplify, creating a symbiotic connection between him and the tire-five beast. A dark satisfaction emanated from Sammy, an unexpected facet of his evolving nature.

As the battle reached its zenith, Sammy landed a decisive blow, vanquishing the tire-five beast. However, the victory came at a cost—critical injuries marked Sammy's body. He stood, triumphant yet battered, the crowd's reaction a mix of awe and concern.

Amidst the aftermath of the battle, the top gods, including Aruara, emerged from their celestial abode. Aruara, with a warm smile, approached Sammy, "Impressive, young one. You've proven yourself against a tire-five beast. Now, tell us, who among us do you choose to assist you in transcending?"

Sammy, catching his breath, surveyed the gods gathered before him. In a decisive moment, he pointed toward Hades. Aruara's smile remained, but a subtle tension filled the air. Hades, the god of the underworld, approached with an air of authority.

"Kneel," Hades commanded in a voice that resonated with power. An unseen force pressed Sammy to his knees, a stark reminder of the divine hierarchy. As Hades touched his forehead, a flood of energy surged through Sammy's being, initiating a transformative process.

The ordeal was both excruciating and enlightening. Bones shattered and reformed, skin melted and rejuvenated. The agony subsided, making way for a blissful sensation. Sammy, now a transformed being, stood as a deity reborn.

Aruara, curious and smiling, approached Sammy, "How does it feel?"

Sammy, adjusting to his newfound divinity, grinned, "It feels... new. Like an awakening."

The transcending ceremony not only marked Sammy's ascent to godhood but also highlighted the complexities and challenges inherent in such a profound transformation. The celestial realm bore witness to the emergence of a deity whose journey had just begun.

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