Within the space-time channel, Acnologia also embarked on a journey to save his companions and family. The breathtakingly beautiful space-time continuum left him dazzled.
Although he could traverse time and space, precisely locating a specific time period remained extremely difficult. One careless move could send him to a parallel timeline.
After several time-space leaps, he finally managed to rescue Cana's mother.
However, to prevent changes to the timeline, he left a corpse in the original timeline, making little Cana believe her mother had died. This ensured she would later join the Fairy Tail Guild normally.
Just as he prepared to travel to an even more distant time, he encountered two mysterious figures.
One was entirely black with golden patterns, long black hair cascading over the shoulders, and eyes resembling golden rings, similar to the God of Time that Dimaria channels.
The other was similar, but entirely white with light-like patterns, long golden hair, and a curvaceous figure that resembled a human female.
Acnologia sensed a divine aura from them and slightly frowned, "Are you the so-called gods?"
Their aura strength was comparable to that of a Dragon King. He felt he could instantly defeat them, though he wasn't sure if it was an illusion.
"I am Chronos, God of Time, and she is Tiffany, God of Space, also my wife."
Chronos, God of Time, said, "Acnologia, you cannot continue to traverse time and space."
Acnologia smiled and said, "What, do you think you can stop me?"
He didn't sense any malice from the two gods; otherwise, he would have subdued them first and interrogated them slowly.
Tiffany calmly said, "This is our advice. If you don't want the gods to return to the world, it's best not to recklessly disrupt the order of time and space."
She could perceive his unparalleled pressure, a power they had never witnessed before—a human surpassing dragons and even gods, truly unbelievable.
Acnologia was somewhat puzzled and slightly frowned, "Please explain more clearly."
Tiffany explained, "My husband and I once lived in the human world for a time and grew fond of humans. But other gods are different; they see the world's life as mere playthings or sources of power."
"For example, the God of Life and Death enjoys creating death to draw power from it, while the God of Fire likes to spread flames across the entire world."
"All gods act according to their whims, and humans are powerless to resist."
Acnologia suddenly asked, "Aren't there God Slayer Mages?"
If Dragon Slayer Mages can slay dragons, then God Slayer Mages should have the power to slay gods. Otherwise, how could they live up to the name 'God Slayer'?
Tiffany shook her head and said, "Although humans created God Slayer Magic, very few Mages could truly slay gods. They were quickly eliminated by the gods."
"That was a thousand years ago. At that time, a savior-like figure appeared among humans but suddenly vanished. I suspect he died. Facing powerful gods, even the strongest are helpless."
Her eyes showed reminiscence, as if she saw that super-strong being again, challenging the lofty gods, killing them in waves, and ultimately paying the price of death.
"My husband and I lean toward humans. To prevent the gods from destroying the world, we joined forces to seal them in various timelines. We ourselves must never step out of time and space, or the seals will break."
Tiffany looked at Acnologia and said seriously, "If you continue to disrupt time and space, they will seize the chance to project their power into the present world and return."
"The gods' power is similar to that of dragons, but divine magic is even more terrifying and poses a greater threat to humans. Even if you fear no god, you cannot stop their slaughter and destruction."
Their descendant Dimaria is also in that world, so she keeps an eye on the Main World's situation. Acnologia is a member of Fairy Tail and stands on the side of justice.
Acnologia suddenly understood. No wonder not a single god could be seen across the entire continent—they were all sealed away.
"I understand, thank you!"
He wasn't someone who ignored good advice. If this were true, he would have to consider carefully. Once the gods break free, it would be a disaster surpassing the destruction of ten thousand dragons.
They had stayed in time and space for a thousand years to protect the human world, deserving to be called benefactors of all living beings.
Without them sealing the gods, even he might not have been born, let alone Fairy Tail.
Chronos and Tiffany both sighed in relief. Fortunately, he wasn't someone who stubbornly insisted on his own way.
"Traveling to the past causes changes in the present, and such changes are uncontrollable. Unless it's a last resort, this should never be done."
Chronos suddenly remembered something and reminded, "By the way, there's something to be careful of."
"What?"
"Over the past few centuries, humans have fought too many wars. The power of death is continuously absorbed by the Ankhseram God. Who knows when he will break the seal and descend upon the present world? You must be prepared."
Acnologia's heart stirred. Was that bastard about to appear? Back then, he devoured Zeref's curse and said he was unforgivable.
A cold smile appeared on his face, "Good, then let's see who condemns whom!"
Chronos, God of Time, saw the killing intent in his eyes and showed helplessness. In truth, the God of Life and Death was the only god who truly couldn't be killed. Even they couldn't think of a way.
"Also, regarding the East Continent, I can sense many people there making sacrifices to the gods. I'd like to entrust your Fairy Tail to resolve this."
He couldn't understand why humans, knowing the gods' cruelty and bloodlust, still eagerly awaited their return. Why?
Did they think the gods would be grateful for their help?
"As for payment, I'll use my spatial power."
Tiffany condensed a formless energy—the essence of her God Power.
Acnologia said, "I'll take the mission. No payment is needed; you've already done more than enough."
"Thank you both very much. If anything else happens, I can help too."
"You're welcome."
Chronos and Tiffany waved goodbye, "Farewell!"
A space-time gate opened, and Acnologia's figure vanished.
Chronos said with some Feeling, "An unprecedented genius, combining the powers of time and space—something only we could achieve through fusion."
Back when they sealed the gods, it was the fused power of time and space. Now, it seemed Acnologia could do it alone.
Tiffany had witnessed the moment Acnologia comprehended the power of time and space. Reaching their level in just six months was truly astonishing.
She gently said, "Alright, we should continue reinforcing the space-time power. The gods have been restless lately."
Chronos complained, "Damn it, they never give us a moment's peace."
The two transformed into a beam of light and fused together, taking on the form of the God of Time and Space. With a wave of their hand, countless doors opened, revealing infinite versions of themselves across different time periods.
"Everyone, lend a hand!"
"Yes!" × N
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