From Secret Clan to the Divine Dynasty

"But if it's at night, he would be much weaker, and the power he could possess is merely Lower Level of Apocalypse... Despite that, even the Lower Level of Apocalypse is not something the Fischer family can handle with their regular methods right now,"

"And if it's during the day, even if I summon a Divine Envoy, I wouldn't be able to defeat him head-on,"

After considering and analyzing, Karl decided to continue observing.

"However, although he wants to eliminate the Fischer family, he doesn't seem to harbor hostility towards Karno himself; indeed, he is a strange entity, and perhaps further negotiations might be possible,"

At this moment, the Child of the Sun God took the initiative to look at Karno and extend an invitation.

He said, "Let's leave this place, have a cup of coffee."

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In the Imperial Capital of the Lorne Empire, there is a coffee shop with a renowned reputation, nearly a hundred years old, almost as long-lasting as the history of that Eastern Fischer family.

Within the spacious and bright hall, dazzling crystal chandeliers hung from the lofty ceiling, casting a soft and enchanting glow.

The walls were in an elegant beige, with golden lines outlining delicate patterns, and adorned with oil paintings by artists, each meticulously selected.

Long mahogany dining tables paired with intricately carved chairs, the backs covered in soft velvet cushions, where customers sat or stood, speaking in subdued tones.

At this moment, both Karno and the Child of the Sun God had disguised themselves, appearing as two ordinary people in a corner of the coffee shop.

"You don't seem to want to kill me," Karno said, sipping his coffee.

The Child of the Sun God pondered for a moment before saying, "I want to kill you, but I do not loathe or detest you; these are two different concepts."

Karno, feigning ignorance, asked, "I don't quite understand; why are they two different concepts?"

The Child of the Sun God continued.

"Because I can discern the colors of souls, and you are a good person. In this chaotic and mad world, I have the utmost basic respect for virtuous people,"

One thing Karno could be certain of was that the Child of the Sun God was indeed a good person in the worldly sense; if he were not carrying the blood of the Fischer family, perhaps he could become friends with him.

"Respected Saint of Sun, Your Excellency Child of the Sun God... You are also a rather strange being. Among the Extraordinary Exponents I've met, most are solely driven by self-interest, obsessing over power and gain, and those who truly wish to save the world can be counted on one hand,"

He paused before continuing:

"I have never been in such close contact with a being of Apocalypse for so long, but I have read many books describing Apocalyptic beings as almost non-human, with few keeping a compassionate heart,"

"I guess it's because once someone reaches the level of Apocalypse, perhaps the gap between you and ordinary people is simply too vast, even much greater than with common Extraordinary Exponents. Yet, you still care about the life and death of ordinary people. Respected Saint, perhaps you are the kindest being of Apocalypse? An exception?"

The Child of the Sun God fell silent for a long time before saying:

"From your point of view, that could be considered accurate..."

"But you are mistaken about one thing; I do not concern myself with the life and death of ordinary people but with the life and death of the world. Mortals have been born and perished every year, month, and day for thousands of years, and it has always been so; I cannot concern myself with that, as I have grown accustomed to it,"

So it was, unable to concern himself with mortal lives, yet caring for the entire world.

In recent years, Karno had visited many philosophers and could understand the meaning behind the Child of the Sun God's words.

For those who had reached the level of Apocalypse, almost any non-apocalyptic individual was trivial. After all, even Monarch Level Extraordinary Exponents didn't live even a tenth as long as the Apocalyptics like the Child of the Sun God. The difference in stature was fundamental, and getting too involved was impossible because their existence would eventually vanish with the wind.

In their eyes, even Monarch Level Extraordinary Exponents might only be pets or subordinates, capable of fulfilling some of their ideas. Anything less than that was but an ant.

However, to both mortal heroes and legendary beings like the Child of the Sun God, the world itself is a vast concept, unchanged by reaching the powerful level of Apocalypse.
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Because he stood at such a lofty height, it was difficult for him to empathize with ordinary people, so he could only concern himself with the dire survival of the entire world.

Suddenly, Karno couldn't help but recall the ancient gods.

Perhaps at the deceitful height of the ancient gods, even the existence or destruction of the world doesn't matter, so they chose to leave in the face of possible dangers resolutely.

Even though the Child of the Sun God had changed his appearance, his every move still exuded a noble aura, and he suddenly spoke softly, "I must find a way to eliminate the six elements that could destroy the world, like the Witch of the End, and the End itself."

After contemplating for a moment, Karno continued to inquire,

"Besides these, what other elements could destroy the world?"

The Child of the Sun God remained silent for a long while but still started to explain.

"Well, the other four elements that could destroy the world are the great giant sleeping in the glacier, known as the 'Source of Demon Beast,' as well as Andersen, the 'Parasite' from the Spirit Realm, the Forbidden rare artifact 'Book' numbered one, and... the God of Reforging."

One after another, both familiar and unfamiliar terms shocked Karno and seemed unbelievable, especially the last element that could destroy the world...

The God of Reforging?

That was the only Divine being that still issued Divine Oracles and did not leave with the deceitful ancient gods...

The technological level of the entire world had improved dramatically because of the continuous descent of knowledge-infused technology, which the Reforging Church then zealously promoted all over the world.

Could there be, possibly, some enormous conspiracy behind it all?

The Child of the Sun God continued matter-of-factly,

"The Primordial Tree, you know of their existence, right? In fact, they are also trying to awaken one of the six elements that could destroy the world, which is the giant in the great glacier, known as the 'Source of Demon Beast.'"

Karno narrowed his eyes. The most evil and powerful secret organization in the world, the Primordial Tree?

It is said to have originated from an ancient secret society whose history dates back ten thousand years, founded by a group of powerful Extraordinary Exponents with an endless thirst for power, knowledge, and eternity.

Over time, the Primordial Tree gradually absorbed strong individuals from all over the world and many subsidiary organizations to form a complex global network.

Karno took a shallow breath and asked, "The Primordial Tree is trying to revive what's inside the glacier?"

"Are you saying that the things mentioned in ancient myths are true, that an ancient god sealed within the great glacier, if reawakened, would definitely bring about the world's destruction?"

The Child of the Sun God slowly shook his head.

"You're half right; the 'Source of Demon Beast' is not some ancient god but a powerful being from an ancient race, an Extraordinary giant who has reached the Quasi-god level."

"Quasi-god, is that a higher and more powerful level than the Lower Level of Apocalypse?" Karno immediately inquired, very interested.

"Yes, Quasi-god is a concept that lies between Gods and mortals. Whether it's the Witch of the End, Andersen, or the giant I spoke of, they are all powerful Quasi-gods. However, because of the Seal of the ancient gods, they can never become a real God... In fact, if the ancient gods had not left, any Extraordinary Exponent in the future who wanted to become a God would only be able to stop at the Quasi-god level."

The Child of the Sun God paused for a moment, then said lightly,

"But the ancient gods have already left... Their reappearance has now become a possibility."

"I will eliminate all the elements that could destroy the world, not leaving a single one."

Having said that, the Child of the Sun God looked at Karno Fischer with a very certain nod.

"And as long as your Fischer family does not give up on reviving the End, I will not give up on wiping you out, Karno Fischer of Cyart. You might as well break away from your family and church."

"If you do, I will let you live."