Chapter 353: Cosmic Fusion
How could two completely unrelated universes devour one another?
This was the simplest yet most crucial question Ye Cheng faced.
If a universe had self awareness what some might call Heaven's Will perhaps it could instinctively absorb weaker universes.
But the Douluo Universe clearly lacked consciousness.
Of course, if it did have its own will, then Ye Cheng would have much bigger problems to worry about.
"If I complete the Abyss Sovereign Persona… could I replace Heaven's Will with my own? Could I force the Douluo Universe to consume others?"
This thought crossed Ye Cheng's mind, but he immediately dismissed it.
Even if the Douluo Universe successfully devoured another, its own structure would suffer immense damage due to the conflicting laws.
Unless
Unless he merged with the Douluo Universe itself, becoming its Heaven's Will its very god.
By granting consciousness to the universe and personally guiding its laws, he could theoretically absorb other universes flawlessly.
But this came at a terrible price
He would forever be bound to the Douluo Universe.
If a stronger universe ever invaded, he wouldn't even be able to escape.
And worse he would lose his freedom.
If he became one with the universe, then wandering the multiverse would no longer be possible.
"No, that's not an option."
Instead, he thought of a safer approach
What if, instead of devouring another universe, he fused with it?
What if he slowly guided their laws to interact, gradually harmonizing their existence?
If he could make both universes adapt to each other, they could merge over time, minimizing rejection reactions.
This was, in essence, still a form of devouring just a softer, more controlled approach.
Since the Douluo Universe was ten times larger than the unknown one, it would naturally take the dominant role in the fusion.
The result would be the same a stronger Douluo Universe, with Ye Cheng in full control.
"Swallowing or merging… either way, the universe grows."
The key was ensuring he controlled the process.
But how could he begin the fusion?
Ye Cheng realized the answer
Civilization Exchange.
By allowing beings from both universes to interact, they would naturally integrate elements of each other's laws.
For example
If a high tech civilization encountered a cultivation based civilization, they would combine technology with cultivation.If different species, ideologies, and cultures blended, their laws would also gradually merge.
"Yes, this is the answer."
He just needed to open a temporary passageway between the universes, allowing people to cross over and exchange knowledge.
Over time, this would weaken the rejection effect, allowing the universes to naturally merge.
"Perfect. Let's do it."
Investigating the Other Universe
Before opening a passage, Ye Cheng needed intel.
He sent his consciousness deeper into the new universe, searching for its strongest, most favored planet the one that represented its core civilization.
Soon, he found it.
He delved into its history, scanning through its culture, beliefs, and power structures.
What he discovered shocked him
The Cultivation World
Since the dawn of civilization, the inhabitants of this world had witnessed countless natural disasters lightning storms, floods, earthquakes, and other calamities that devastated their lands.
To them, these forces were beyond human control.
Thus, they believed in divine beings, worshipping gods above the heavens and ghosts beneath the earth.
They believed in a celestial court, where immortal gods ruled the skies.
They feared the underworld, where the King of Hell judged souls.
For centuries, prayer and devotion had shaped their world.
But
All mortals feared death.
And because of the legend of the underworld, death was not only terrifying but also inescapable.
Thus, a new pursuit emerged immortality.
Mankind was physically weak compared to beasts and monsters, but they had intelligence.
Generation after generation, the brightest minds dedicated themselves to studying the secrets of immortality.
Though true eternal life remained out of reach, some cultivators had begun to defy nature itself.
Through mastery of Qi, ancient techniques, and powerful artifacts, they had gained extraordinary strength.
Some were rumored to have lived for over a thousand years.
As their powers grew, so did their ambitions.
Sect rivalries emerged, and the world was split into orthodox and unorthodox factions.
The pursuit of power overtook the pursuit of immortality.
Now, this cultivation world was divided
The righteous sects flourished in the central lands, ruling over the richest, most fertile regions.The demonic sects were pushed into the outer territories, hiding in harsh, unforgiving landscapes.Countless hidden bloodlines, ancient beasts, and mystical legacies lay scattered across the world.
At the heart of the cultivation world, three great sects stood at the peak:
Qingyun SectTianyin TempleBurning Incense Valley
These three sects ruled over the orthodox cultivation world.
Ye Cheng's Eyes Lit Up
As Ye Cheng finished scanning the world's history, his expression changed.
"So… it's this world?"
Recognition flickered in his eyes.
This was not just any random cultivation universe
It was a world he had seen before.
And now
It was right in front of him, waiting to be explored.
(End of Chapter)
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