A beautiful woman in a black dress with ram horns—that was the sight Hades saw. He knew his soul was gradually being corrupted and thrown into chaos by this special divine power.
Of course!
Hades remained calm, fully activating all his divine power and laws to barely resist. He also maximized the power of his invisibility cloak to avoid further contamination.
This was the best method Hades could think of. Seeking improvement in the chaotic sea was a risky endeavor. Hades had no intention of complaining; it was utterly pointless.
Even though the chaotic sea was incomparably vast, who could guarantee they would never encounter an Outer God? That was simply impossible!
And!
The Outer God Hades encountered was one of the most powerful and terrifying.
The Outer God of Dark Abundance: Shub-Niggurath.
This was an extremely terrifying Outer God, even among all the Outer Gods, it was one of the most supreme existences, mastering the laws of darkness. Fortunately, Hades encountered Shub-Niggurath.
Because their laws had many similarities at their core, Hades could resist for a short time. If not, no matter how exceptional and well-prepared Hades was, facing an Outer God of absolute power would leave nothing but remnants. By now, Hades would have become a puppet, only able to barely resist.
As long as Shub-Niggurath left, Hades could gradually recover. This wasn't a big problem, but if she truly noticed him, it would be his death.
The crystal wall system!
It blocked the attacks from the chaotic sea and also shielded from the Outer Gods' gaze. But in the end, the crystal wall system was just a barrier. The Outer Gods wouldn't casually attack the grand mythological world, but if Hades exposed himself, they wouldn't hesitate.
"..."
Everything seemed silent. As Shub-Niggurath was about to leave, a strange power suddenly appeared. Hades keenly sensed that Shub-Niggurath had locked onto him.
In that instant, Hades nearly died. However, the next moment, all the corrupting divine power vanished, and his previously immobile body could move again. Without hesitation, Hades fled deeper into the astral realm without looking back.
"Roar!"
The next moment, a terrifying roar echoed through the chaotic sea. Shub-Niggurath was enraged. This had been a perfect opportunity. If she could attach her divine power to Hades, she could gradually corrupt the grand mythological world.
Corrupting the mythological world would significantly boost her power! But now? How could this not infuriate Shub-Niggurath? Her anger was about to explode.
However!
The next moment, Shub-Niggurath's actions were halted. Strands of chaotic light spread from the grand mythological world. Shub-Niggurath coldly watched, seemingly without any emotional fluctuation.
A figure in a robe of chaotic colors emerged, with long black hair and a handsome face. His eyes opened slowly, containing endless chaos.
"Shub-Niggurath!"
"You've crossed the line!"
With this calm voice, the man's words made Shub-Niggurath stop.
"..."
Shub-Niggurath's bizarre and gigantic form began to change, soon transforming into the woman Hades had seen. She had black hair, wore a black dress, and had ram horns—a beautiful woman.
"Khaos."
She spoke slowly, "That child crossed the line. He was peering into the chaotic sea from the crystal wall system. He's my prey."
Indeed!
This deity was Khaos, the Absolute God of Chaos from the Greek pantheon of the grand mythological world!
At this moment, Khaos calmly said, "That child was within the crystal wall system; he never stepped into the chaotic sea. According to our rules, without stepping out of the crystal wall system, you cannot touch him, Shub-Niggurath. You crossed the line."
Shub-Niggurath's cold expression didn't change, but she didn't argue further. Clearly, her intentions were obvious. Who didn't know?
Using Hades as a core to gradually corrupt the grand mythological world. However, even gods had to follow certain unspoken rules, leading both sides to slightly restrain themselves.
"..."
Shub-Niggurath took one last look at Khaos and the vanished Hades before turning away, transforming into the massive flesh cloud, drifting seemingly aimlessly in the chaotic sea.
But what was the truth? Who knew!
After Shub-Niggurath left, Khaos turned to gaze at the grand mythological world he had created, lost in thought.
"Hades…"
"You've escaped the predetermined fate of this world. Your actions have caused significant changes in the grand mythological world, stirring the still waters."
"Perhaps…"
Khaos seemed to contemplate something but eventually closed his eyes, transforming back into a vast darkness that covered everything and disappeared entirely.
Clearly!
For every Absolute God, they secretly protected their mythological world. Even Khaos, the creator but not the nurturer, was the same.
Or perhaps!
Khaos was anticipating something. However, what that was, no god or being knew. Of course, with a bit of thought, it was clear.
In the vast and boundless chaotic sea, even Absolute Gods and Outer Gods couldn't fully explore it. Who didn't want to advance further?
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