The Epic Tale of Chaos vs Order Chapter 2285 The Power of Chaos in the Crimson World

Book 23 The Path to the Red Sun

Cain's eyelids fluttered for several moments before he finally regained consciousness within his Divine Kingdom, situated in the Void Beyond the Second Realm of the Crimson World.

As his senses returned, a wave of pure, unadulterated euphoria flooded his mind—a sensation so potent it felt almost illusory. While he maintained a stoic expression, the sense of relief he felt was immense.

Despite its unmatched power, his Primordial Body had been trapped in a state of unending agony over the previous months, ravaged by trauma to his physical form, soul, and mind. Violent spasms of pain had struck without warning, possessing enough force to shatter the will of any lesser being. He had suffered through them in silence, though the experience had been nothing short of gruesome.

In contrast, his Neo-Demon Body was completely free of such afflictions. No lingering scars troubled his soul, no mental blades pierced his consciousness, and his limbs felt light and invigorated. The Scarlet King felt unified, stable, and brimming with clarity. He had returned to his absolute peak.

Nonetheless, Cain remained mindful of the reasons he had been forced to flee the Crimson World. He immediately turned his perception inward, diving into the depths of his heartspace to inspect his Neo-Demon Core. A slow, triumphant grin began to form on his face.

The azure rune-matrix, which the Crimson Exarch had integrated into his Neo-Demon form, was pulsating with a steady rhythm. Its configuration had reached a higher state of stability than before; while the fusion process remained ongoing, it no longer drained the totality of his energy or soul force to sustain itself. The weight of the burden had lessened significantly.

Cain was genuinely taken aback. According to the projections of the Supercomputer Assistant, this fusion should have taken at least eleven years, yet less than a decade had passed during his absence. Seeking an explanation, Cain issued a directive to the AI.

"Supercomputer Assistant. Perform a scan."

The reply resonated within his mind, sounding cold, mechanical, and precise.

[Host Scan Completed

Name: Cain Laurifer

Race: Neo-Demon

Bloodline: Crimson Bloodline

Cultivation: Third Astral Black Hole Neo-Demon (Middle ArchDeity) /

Divine Kingdom Level 49 (Peak ArchDeity 1)

-- STATS --

Strength: 133.2 → 300.1 (411.3)

Agility: 69.3 → 122.7 (101.3)

Vitality: 88.5 → 152.9 (210.6)

Neo-Demon Aura: 98.5 → 195.3 (264.5)

Soul Force: 98.1 → 210.3 (290.1)

-- CORE ONIRIC TRUTHS --

Gluttony - 100%

Dominion - 100%

Bloodline - 100%

Viral Will - 100%

Symbiotic Ascendancy - 100%

-- ONIRIC TRUTH --

Spirit Force - 100%

-- INNATE ABILITIES --

Scarlet Reaper: Assimilation-Destruction Type / ??? Tier

Reaper Touch: Destruction Type / Alpha-Omega Overgod Tier

Supercomputer Assistant: Auxiliary Type / Alpha-Omega Overgod Tier

Note: Crimson Light is saturating the host's body and soul, increasing physical stats, energy capacity, and soul force.]

A beam of satisfaction crossed Cain's face as he reviewed the state of his cultivation. The massive reservoir of Origin Power he had seized from the fallen ArchDeities, paired with the formidable foundation provided by the expansion of his Imperium Dream, had elevated his Divine Kingdom to Level 49. He had reached the very zenith of the ArchDeity Rank, standing merely a hair’s breadth away from the Alpha-Omega Overgod boundary.

His increased energy capacity and soul force clarified why the rune-matrix fusion had proceeded so smoothly. Both aspects had nearly doubled in strength during his conflict with the Root in the Nine Empyrean Suns Universe. These were not his only improvements, however. His physical vessel had also seen a massive upgrade, particularly in terms of raw power. Cain slowly tightened his hands into fists, gauging the sheer pressure of his newfound strength. He realized at once that he had attained the final tier of the Astra-Vajra Heartwork. By utilizing Bradly's heart for the concluding phase, his physical might had surpassed the Early Alpha-Omega Overgod level, stopping just short of the middle stage.

A sharp jolt of excitement raced through him. His cultivation, his soul force, and his very essence had all flourished. Most vital was the advancement of his True Name, which had been his primary goal for entering the Crimson World. The stronger his True Name grew, the more significant the power boost he could provide to Leviathan once they returned to the Nine Empyrean Suns Universe.

If he could push this progression far enough, it might grant him the critical advantage required to walk the Ego Eternal Path of Power, allowing Leviathan to evolve into an Alpha-Omega Overgod. With that strength, he could stand against any horror the Root might manifest.

And for him, the most direct route to power was through consumption.

"The Fourth Astral Black Hole is prepared. I have already identified its next target."

A ruthless, freezing smile played on his lips as he stood up. A sense of unshakable determination took root in his heart. He was prepared to act—

But before he could move, a vibration surged through his core. His muscles convulsed, his soul trembled, and a powerful resonance radiated from the very depths of his being.

The sudden impact caught him off guard for a mere second. Then, his smile grew wider, turning into something predatory and wild. The energy vibrating through him was not destructive; it was something far more profound—a power capable of shaking the foundations of reality, a force transcending Laws, Concepts, and even Oniric Truths.

"The Power of Chaos."

As that thought crystallized, a multitude of spiritual connections ignited. He could feel every being tied to him throughout the Crimson World. The strongest connection by far was the young woman currently deep in meditation within the Divine Kingdom linked to his own.

His bond with Meylin intensified at once. While the Scarlet Sun embedded in the True Depravita's Soul Dimension already linked them, the Power of Chaos elevated that connection to a transcendent state.

Cain's aura erupted. A massive surge of Depravita Aura and Depravita Power poured into his frame, blending perfectly with his Neo-Demon energy. Through the Power of Chaos, he was now capable of manifesting Depravita Aura on the same scale as Meylin. Even more shocking was his ability to use her unique Depravita Powers. Negative Teleportation, Depravita Mist, and corruptive resonance—all of them were now his to command with perfect ease.

Furthermore, he discovered something even more incredible: he could now tap into every Oniric Truth she commanded as if they belonged to him personally.