Chapter 54: Tarot Alliance 2.(Main Story Part 2)
As they all sat around the table in the black castle, the air thick with the weight of their shared responsibility, Ryuta stood up first. His hand rested on the plans for the world—the blueprints of what they intended to rebuild. The room was quiet, but the tension was palpable. They had to share the knowledge they had gathered from their long, harrowing journey. The stakes were too high to leave anything unspoken.
"We've all seen the devastation and felt the consequences of what we've done," Ryuta began, his voice steady but serious. "But before we move forward with any plans to recreate this world, we need to make sure we understand everything—the deities we've fought, the Existence worlds we've traveled through, and what lies ahead. Everyone, speak up. What do you know?"
Jay leaned back in his chair, his eyes focused, his fingers tapping against the surface of the table. "The deities we fought weren't just gods. They represented the very principles of creation and destruction. The Deity of Life, for instance… He wasn't just a being of creation. He was the embodiment of life's cycle. He fought to maintain the world's order, even if it meant causing its destruction. But we also need to remember the other deities hiding in the shadows. They have more power than we thought, and they won't let us get away with changing things."
Ryuta nodded, feeling the weight of Jay's words. "The Deity of Life was just the beginning. But I've seen how much destruction these gods are capable of. We have to be careful as we move forward. We need to understand their true motives and weaknesses."
Skyler's eyes glinted with determination as he added, "I've been thinking about that, Ryuta. These deities aren't just beings of power—they're tied to the very fabric of existence itself. We've seen how they manipulate the worlds we traveled through. They're not limited to one Existence. Each world we entered felt like a piece of the puzzle, crafted by the gods themselves. But the more we explored, the more I realized—they can't control everything. There are still cracks in their control, and that's where we can strike."
Alexia, who had been silent for a moment, spoke up. "The Existence worlds we've traveled through… they weren't just different versions of Earth. They were all reflections of a larger truth. True Existence, for example, felt like a world that was abandoned—no life, no hope. Then there was Lost Existence, a place of illusions and manipulation, where even our own memories were questioned. Each Existence world was influenced by different aspects of reality. I think each one reflects the true nature of the deities' influence, showing us what could happen to our world if we don't stop them."
Roy leaned forward, his hand resting on the table as he recalled their travels. "And Fatal Existence… that world was a nightmare. At first, I thought we were just fighting demons and monsters, but the more I learned, the more I realized it was the perfect embodiment of chaos and destruction. I think Fatal Existence was the creation of a being beyond our understanding—something far darker than we could have imagined. If we want to recreate this world, we'll have to confront whatever's pulling the strings behind these deities and their worlds."
Merlin, ever the strategist, rubbed his chin thoughtfully. "The Existence worlds are connected. And Beyond Existence is the nexus, the place where all these threads meet. It's where the deities themselves reside, and it's the source of all the power they wield. If we want to change anything, we'll need to understand what's happening there, how the balance of power is maintained, and how we can disrupt it without losing ourselves in the process."
Parker crossed his arms, skepticism in his voice. "So, we're talking about facing gods, traveling through realms that warp reality, and somehow breaking the cycle that's kept these Existence worlds intact. It's a huge gamble. But what's our first move here? We can't just keep chasing deities without a real plan."
Zhen nodded in agreement. "Exactly. We need to focus on the key points. The deities, their realms, and the way they manipulate existence. If we gather the right knowledge about their power, their weaknesses, and their connections to the Existence worlds, we might be able to tip the balance in our favor. But we need to act fast. Every second we waste gives them more time to prepare."
Cain, who had been quiet , finally spoke, his voice steady. "We've gathered all the pieces, but we don't yet have the full picture. If we want to change anything, we need to dive deeper into the nature of these worlds. The Existence worlds may be broken, but the knowledge hidden within them might be the key to defeating the gods and restoring balance. And if we're lucky, we might find something powerful enough to take them down."
Skyler turned to Cain, nodding thoughtfully. "You're right. But even if we uncover these secrets, we'll be dealing with forces we barely understand. Our only chance is to combine everything we know about the deities, and the Existence worlds. We need to be prepared for anything."
Ryuta took a deep breath, his mind racing as he pieced together everything they had learned. "The deities are connected to the Existence worlds, and those worlds are reflections of the chaos they've created. Beyond Existence holds the key to everything—the origin of the power we're dealing with, the truth behind the deities, and the very foundation of our world. Our first step is to continue investigating these realms and uncover more information. We have to understand the true extent of their influence and how we can counter it. We don't just need to survive—we need to change everything."
He turned to each member of the group. "Everyone here has a piece of the puzzle. We need to work together, share our knowledge, and make sure we're ready for whatever comes next. We're not just fighting for survival. We're fighting to rebuild this world and stop the cycle from repeating."
With their resolve firm, the group nodded in agreement, knowing that the road ahead would be long and fraught with challenges.