Huo Yuhao couldn't help but feel a little surprised upon hearing this.
During his time in the Divine Realm, he had already gained a preliminary understanding of its structure, knowing just how noble a 1st-Rank Divinity position was, with only eighteen in the entire Divine Realm.
Every single 1st-Rank Divinity was a pinnacle existence in their respective Domain, wielding weighty Law authority.
The God of Destruction actually retained a Divine Position of a 1st-Rank Divinity that had been vacant for many years, which was something he hadn't anticipated beforehand.
The God of Destruction continued, "The God of Wisdom has fallen for a long time. Over the years, I have also searched in all directions and scouted quite a few inheritors for it, but none of them ultimately succeeded."
Huo Yuhao raised his brows slightly and asked further, "None succeeded... Is it because they failed to pass the God Trials?"
The God of Destruction nodded, "That's right. The God Trials of the God of Wisdom are extremely harsh. It cannot be passed simply by profound cultivation or outstanding talent; without great wisdom, one cannot inherit its Divine Position."
"The few candidates over the years all failed in the trials and returned empty-handed, without exception."
Hearing this, Huo Yuhao couldn't help turning his head to look at his teacher, a trace of inquiry in his gaze.
Electrolux met his gaze with a calm and composed expression, a slight smile even floating on the corner of his mouth, and said leisurely, "This old man still has some confidence in his own wisdom. Besides, this old man is also willing to try for the position of a 1st-Rank Divinity."
Hearing this, the God of Destruction laughed heartily, "Good! If the Divine Realm can add another 1st-Rank Divinity, that would be a tremendous good thing."
His tone carried a bit of expectation, clearly holding a high opinion of Electrolux as well.
Electrolux of today was long no longer that illusory shadow residing within the Soul Sea of the past. Huo Yuhao had reshaped a body for him with Divine Power, complete with flesh and blood, no different from ordinary people.
Standing there with a straight figure and a steady temperament, although he referred to himself as an old man, his appearance had already recovered to his youth, and he didn't look much older than Huo Yuhao.
With a casual wave of the God of Destruction's hand, a magnificent crown materialized out of thin air in his hand.
The crown was cast from an unknown metal, its entire body shimmering with a light golden halo. The surface of the crown was inlaid with fine patterns, resembling countless stars slowly revolving, emitting a profound and introverted aura.
He lifted the crown and said in a clear voice, "This is the Divine Artifact of the God of Wisdom, the Crown of Wisdom. Its Divine Position Legacy is sealed within it."
As his voice fell, that Crown of Wisdom slowly flew up from his hand, floating above Electrolux's head.
Immediately, the crown suddenly transformed into a pale golden stream of light, sinking into his body along his glabella.
At the glabella of Electrolux, an exquisite crown imprint flashed by, then vanished beneath his skin, leaving no trace.
From this moment on, he was the successor of the God of Wisdom.
Seeing his teacher Electrolux obtain the Divine Position Legacy of the God of Wisdom, and it being a 1st-Rank Divinity position at that, Huo Yuhao was genuinely happy for him in his heart.
He felt that with his teacher's lifelong wisdom and foundation, passing the God Trials would definitely not be a problem.
He restrained the smile on his face, turned his head to look at the God of Destruction again, and asked about another matter that had always weighed on his mind.
"Senior, Jin Li, as an Auspicious Beast transformed into human form, possesses Luck. I wonder if there is a suitable Divine Position for her in the Divine Realm?"
Hearing this, a knowing smile appeared on the God of Destruction's face, his tone carrying a bit of teasing: "Your other little girlfriend, I know."
Hearing this, a trace of an awkward smile inevitably appeared on Huo Yuhao's face, his earlobes turning slightly warm as he dry-coughed.
Seeing him like this, the God of Destruction stopped teasing him further. Instead, he smiled mysteriously and said slowly, "Rest assured, I already have a count in mind regarding her matter."
A flash of pleasant surprise suddenly crossed Huo Yuhao's eyes, and he hurriedly opened his mouth to ask further: "Then..."
Just as he started his sentence, he was interrupted by the God of Destruction raising a hand: "Her matter is not urgent. Right now, there is indeed a serious matter to discuss with you first."
Huo Yuhao had no choice but to swallow back the words at the tip of his tongue, suppressing the eagerness in his heart, and waited with a serious expression for the God of Destruction to continue.
The God of Destruction didn't beat around the bush either, saying directly, "You have now inherited my Destruction Divine Position, and my wife, the Goddess of Life, is also prepared to impart the Divine Position of Life to you."
"Ah?!"
Hearing this, Huo Yuhao's eyes instantly widened, and he stood stunned in place for a good while before coming back to his senses.
He truly hadn't expected the God of Destruction to utter such words, and towering waves surged in his heart for a moment.
Back then, Tang San possessed two Divine Positions: one was the Sea God at the God King level, and the other was the Asura God of a 1st-Rank Divinity.
If Huo Yuhao were to accept the Legacy of the Goddess of Life as well, then he would shoulder the two God King positions of Destruction and Life simultaneously.
In the history of the Divine Realm, no Divinity had ever wielded two God King-level Divine Positions simultaneously.
Looking at the expression of surprise on Huo Yuhao's face that left him almost speechless, the God of Destruction instead slowly restrained his smile, his face turning solemn and serious.
Looking straight into Huo Yuhao's eyes, he said, "If you hadn't brought back the message from Ten Thousand Years later, Xiao Lü and I would probably have fallen in that catastrophe not long from now."
"And this disaster of the Divine Realm would also be inevitable, impossible to avoid."
Hearing this, Huo Yuhao quickly put on a serious expression and said, "Senior imparting the God King position to me is already something I am very satisfied with. Ashamed to say, I actually didn't do much..."
The God of Destruction raised his hand to interrupt his words, saying in a serious tone, "This is not a decision made under a momentary impulse, nor is it purely to thank you. Yuhao, listen to me."
He paused, his gaze sinking slightly: "Ten Thousand Years later, before Xiao Lü and I fell, we perceived an extremely important matter."
"Destruction and Life—these two completely opposite and mutually checking Laws—can actually nurture a brand-new power after ultimate integration. That is the power of creation, the true power of world-creation."
Looking straight at Huo Yuhao, he said word by word: "Therefore, Xiao Lü decided to impart the Divine Position of Life to you, also hoping that you can thoroughly compatibilize the two Laws of Life and Destruction, and truly master that power of creation."
"At that time, your strength will surpass the realm of the God King, comparable to the Dragon God of the past."
"And to resist that future spatial-temporal turbulence, besides expanding the Divine Realm, you... are the most crucial link."
After hearing these words, Huo Yuhao fell silent for a moment.
In his heart, he understood that this was not a decision made on a whim, but a trust bestowed after deep consideration by the Goddess of Life and the God of Destruction.
If he truly accepted the Legacy of the two God Kings, he would naturally gain power surpassing mortal imagination, but correspondingly, he would also have to shoulder the heavy responsibility of protecting the Divine Realm.
But Huo Yuhao barely hesitated. He raised his head, met the God of Destruction's gaze, with a solemn expression and a firm tone without a trace of hesitation: "Senior, rest assured. I am willing to accept the Legacy of the Goddess of Life, and I am willing to try to master that power of creation. To protect the Divine Realm, I am willing to give up everything."
Looking at the calm yet blazing light in his eyes, and hearing his resounding promise, a trace of gratified smile finally surfaced on the face of the God of Destruction, and he slowly nodded.
He reached out and heavily patted Huo Yuhao on the shoulder, the force carrying a kind of trust and expectation of handover.
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