Before Lin En, Richie was particularly excited.
As the eldest son of the great Lin En family, he felt a strong desire to prove himself, enthusiastically sharing his achievements, "And thanks to Dad's guidance, I became a god by fusing two lower mysteries: speed and slowness!"
"Well done!"
Lin En patted his son's shoulder approvingly, his expression filled with pride.
Despite the help of vast resources and experiences of the strong, fusing mysteries was no easy feat, especially given Richie's not-so-outstanding talent.
Lin En, focused on his cultivation, could spare these few days.
At the family's fifth-generation celebration, friends and relatives gathered, chatting joyfully. Those eligible to attend were all related by marriage or close friendship, creating an extensive network of connections.
The 360 dorm brothers reunited, their warmth and joy unaffected by their status differences, while others looked on enviously, marveling at the unpredictability of fate.
Lin En, sipping his wine casually, was generous to his lifelong friends, providing enough soul gold beads to make countless Saint realm and godly powerhouses envious.
Seven hundred years later...
Colin and Andy reminisced about the past.
Andy, tipsy, joked, "Thanks to our second brother, all those resources could've made any talented Saint realm individual a god!"
"Fate… every material has its laws… nothing is superfluous…"
Main God-level soul + Great Perfection talent + creating a plane + some faith power combined, Lin En's understanding of fate's rules rapidly advanced at this moment...
No need to strive further, just enjoy the journey. After all, becoming a god is more about the experience!
"Alright, I support your choices."
Lin En kept controlling the gathering of the destiny Main God power, swirling like mighty waves, forming a huge "water ball," until it reached a limit. He then snapped back to reality, his thoughts flowing, reminiscing memories.
Regulus drank cup after cup, his face flushed with alcohol, nostalgically saying, "Time... flies so fast... we were just... ordinary students... and now... burp!"
"Cultivation is important, but you're a Main God now. Spend more time with me and the kids. What's the point of being a strong cultivator who can't enjoy life?"
But...
The rules of fate in the world were clear and thorough, as if dissected and laid bare before him!
Lin En's eyes blazed with passion, like a man lost in a harsh desert, suddenly seeing a lush oasis with clear, sweet water and inviting, beautiful women beckoning him.
In the spatial turbulence...
"Three hundred years have passed..."
A single soul gold bead required the souls of about twenty million ordinary people...
Muttering to himself, this was just the first step in creating a plane – gathering enough Main God power!
Every powerful being's rise is accompanied by direct and indirect, tangible and intangible, terrifying costs. This has always been the norm in this world, in the past, present, and future.
"What are your plans next? Continue independent cultivation or fuse with a divine power?"
Too much hassle!
Who could withstand this?
Andy pondered seriously but shook his head, "I want to fuse with a divine power too. Independent godhood is too hard."
The pale white "water ball" exploded, releasing energy that fractured a million miles of space, sending endless turbulence cascading into the distance.
At night, in bed with Selena, she gently advised him.
Crisis, yet opportunity!!
After the banquet, Lin En gave two sets of lower, middle, and upper god powers to them, leaving Regulus swallowing hard, nearly regretting his decision.
Colin, patting his round belly, chuckled, "I never dared to dream that someone like me could become a Saint
even considered it!
As the youngest of the four brothers, Colin had always felt somewhat overshadowed. But now, here he was, a formidable Saint realm powerhouse. It was a testament to the unexpected twists and turns of fate and the opportunities Lin En's support had provided.
The celebration went on, filled with laughter and nostalgic tales. Even as the party gradually wound down, the joy and warmth lingered in the air. Lin En, watching his family and friends, felt a deep sense of fulfillment. It was these moments, he realized, that made the arduous journey of cultivation worthwhile.
"Dad, what's next for you? More cultivation or something else?" Richie asked, his eyes reflecting genuine curiosity.
Lin En gazed into the distance, his thoughts deep and far-reaching. "I'm thinking about creating a new plane," he said, his voice tinged with a mix of excitement and solemnity. The idea of crafting an entire world, shaping its laws and destinies, was a challenge that intrigued and beckoned him.
The notion sparked interest among the family. Creating a plane wasn't just about power; it was about legacy, creating something that would endure and impact countless lives.
"In that case, can I help?" Richie eagerly offered. The prospect of being part of such a grand endeavor was exhilarating.
Lin En smiled, ruffling Richie's hair. "Of course, you can. This will be a family project. We'll create a world that reflects our values and vision."
The discussion then turned to the logistics and planning of this ambitious project. Everyone pitched in ideas, from the type of environment to the creatures that would inhabit it. Lin En listened carefully, valuing each suggestion. This plane wouldn't just be his creation; it would be a manifestation of his family's collective imagination and effort.
As the night deepened, Lin En retreated to his study, his mind buzzing with ideas. He began to sketch the rough outline of the plane, considering the balance of elements, the cycle of life and death, and the flow of energy.
Creating a plane was a colossal task, one that required meticulous planning and deep knowledge of cosmic laws. But Lin En was ready. With his family by his side and a universe of possibilities ahead, he felt a rush of anticipation for what they would create together.
This new venture, he knew, was not just about leaving a mark on the cosmos. It was about forging a legacy that would inspire generations to come – a world born from the unity, creativity, and aspirations of the Lin En family.
In the face of superior strength, interactions often seemed like flattery.
To avoid being seen as a pushover, the best method was to demonstrate one's own power.
Life had been too comfortable for them, leaving little motivation to strive in their cultivation.
Even so, the unique environment of the Chains of the Underworld continued to draw bold, passionate, and daring godly powerhouses seeking challenges.
Lin En had crossed fists with some of these godly powerhouses, gaining valuable experience and insights.
"Boom—!"
Richie's eldest daughter, Helena, was particularly fascinated by these stories. She would often pester Lin En with questions, her eyes filled with longing for that vast and majestic world. "Grandpa, when can we visit the Supreme and Godly Planes?" she would eagerly ask.
With a topic of serious nature, Regulus sobered up a bit. Hesitantly, he said, "I want to try again."
...
But...
Tales of battle after battle were refreshingly eye-opening.
Lin En humbly accepted their reasoning.
"There will be an opportunity," he reassured.
The Underworld Mountains weren't as lively as in the future, primarily because the death sovereign hadn't yet indulged in her game of pretense, and the Underworld Fruits were still obscure, with no Main God envoy trials to speak of.
They knew well that given Lin En's status, providing them with resources was trivial. With time, they still had a chance to become gods independently.
Could anyone be stronger than Lin En, a Main God?
As a Main God who had suddenly risen, Lin En had little prestige in the circle of Main Gods, a dangerous position.
Forging alliances with other Main Gods...
Lin En nodded in agreement.
To accommodate his family's feelings, his Saint realm true self often ventured outside, recounting tales from his water system deity avatar's adventures in the Underworld.
The temptation of godhood wasn't something to be mentioned lightly.
The exploding Main God power was like a commanding general, each fragment controlling millions of fate forces, constantly expanding.
Colin grinned, "Heh, I'll pass. Fusing with a divine power suits my lazy nature better."
Lin En promised, his thoughts drifting to the future.
Lin En adjusted his mindset, thinking, "Let's begin!"
A nascent plane slowly emerged...
Time in the Coiling Dragon world flew by.
The creation of the fate plane concluded, and Lin En felt a significant surge in his strength, a sincere smile appearing on his face.
"So close to Great Perfection!"
This was better than he expected!
The gap between nearly reaching Great Perfection with five mysteries fused and just missing it was substantial.
To put it in terms of elemental laws, the former meant that six mysteries were almost fully integrated, just a step away from reaching the Great Perfection realm.
The latter, however, was only at the stage of five mysteries fused, with a strength nearly ten times weaker.