After sending Li Na, Aria, Alice, and isolating the area, Ethan turned to Mei.
"The Primordial Chaos Physique grants the user control over the element known as Chaos, also referred to as the mother of all elements, as all elements derive from Chaos. This implies that there are no restrictions on this physique," Ethan explained, looking at Mei. Mei nodded, having received an explanation from Mai.
"The best way to awaken this physique is to provide strong fuel. In simpler terms, this involves obtaining a high-ranked Physique. However, if it is an awakened physique, it is of no use," Ethan continued, elucidating how the Physique acts as the root of one's being.
"So, the most effective way to awaken your physique is to devour a high-ranked unawakened physique," Ethan concluded, looking directly at Mei.
Upon hearing this, Mei was shocked. According to what she had learned from Mai, devouring someone's physique would lead to their existence collapsing, resulting in permanent death.
"No, what are you saying? Why would I do that?" Mei exclaimed in a frightened voice. However, Ethan interrupted her.
"Wait, at least listen to my full explanation before reacting," Ethan said, preventing Mei from providing a knee-jerk response.
"Since birth, I have possessed two physiques, and their powers are contradictory. Due to this, I've been unable to awaken either of them. To awaken my physique, I have to abandon one of the two," Ethan explained, maintaining eye contact with Mei.
"Truthfully, after separating my physiques, I will become weak for some time. To protect myself from being targeted, my father suggested awakening my physique in a lower plane," Ethan admitted with sincerity. "That's why I went to the lower plane, where I met you. If I give you my physique, you will become stronger, and I will also awaken my physique, boosting my strength. So, devour my physique. You don't have to worry; just devour it," Ethan urged, looking directly into Mei's eyes.
Uncertain about how to respond in this situation, Mei suddenly heard Mai's voice.
[I think this is a good choice, and he won't have to bear unimaginable pain when he separates his physique. Mei, you should accept his offer and devour his physique. Not only will you become stronger, but you can also support him when he is weakened. Maybe he will love you more.]
Mai's words sounded tempting, but Mei resisted.
[It's not tempting. On the other hand, I will help in the process, and he will be safe. So, accept his offer.]
"I will accept your offer if you agree to my two conditions," Mei responded to Ethan's request.
"What are the two conditions? If I can fulfill them, I promise to you that I will," Ethan said, a confused look on his face.
"First, let me also help you in the process of separating your physiques, and second, let me nurse you when you are weakened," Mei stated, the first part clearly audible, while for the second part, she blushed.
"Alright, I agree. But do you have knowledge of how to separate the physiques, or it could be dangerous?" Ethan asked sincerely.
"You don't have to worry about it," Mei dismissed his doubts.
Ethan agreed to both of her requests, and he sat in a lotus position.
'Cara, are you ready for the second stage of the plan?' Ethan communicated with his omniscient core named Cara.
[Yes, dear. But I must say, you really planned for all this, right?]
"Well, you can say that. After all, I can't trust Token, even if it is a Heavenly treasure and soul-bound to her."
Ethan began separating his two physiques, the Divine Spirit physique, and the Destruction god physique. He planned to give Mei both of his physiques, as he wouldn't be needing them after the process.
Upon witnessing him separate his physiques, Mei asked Mai to help her husband. With a sigh, Mai connected her with his physique, but suddenly she felt her spirit being dragged into endless darkness. She tried to calm herself, realizing that she was in a separate space.
Confused about why she was there, Ethan appeared. "Welcome to my abode, Miss Spirit of Heavenly Treasure Token."
"What do you want by dragging me here? Let me tell you, I have a soul contract with a person, and unless their soul is destroyed, I can't change the owner," Mai said to Ethan, a hint of fear in her voice. She was afraid of him because even in her records, there was no data on Ethan, which should be impossible unless he was an outlander. While she pondered what he wanted from her, Ethan spoke.
"I don't have any interest in you. I just want my wife to remain safe."
"Give me a reason to trust you, residing in her soul and potentially harming her," Ethan said, looking at the surprised Mai.
"Don't call me 'you.' My name is Mai, given by Mei. I am a Heavenly treasure, and we are bound by rules that prevent us from betraying our contractor," Mai declared proudly.
"What if there is no heaven to monitor?" Ethan said, silencing Mai. From the time she spent in the universe, Mai knew that he wasn't spouting nonsense.
"Well, for that reason, I came here. You have two choices here. First, acknowledge Mei as the permanent and only master. If you do that, I will give you something that will let you evolve, and you will become more powerful. The second option is to get destroyed by me. Now, choose what you want," Ethan threatened.
(Author's Note: - If there is any mistake in novel make sure to point it out so that I can correct it and also improve my writing skills.)