The Epic Tale of Chaos vs Order

Chapter 977 Scarlet Tournament

The powerhouses of the Sacred Races were not just shocked, but their very beings were filled with a profound sense of awe. The Scarlet Kingʼs proposal was not just a tournament but a grand spectacle of unprecedented magnitude that would send waves through the entire world.

While tournaments were common among martial civilizations like the Sacred Races Empire, they were usually limited to Wave Warriors and Wave Champions, with the most extraordinary having room for the clash among Wave Kings. However, the tournament the Scarlet King proposed would not just include a ranking for Apotheosis Master, but also Divine Ascension Masters!

Those were the highest echelons of martial prowess, whose participation would significantly raise the stakes and intensity of the tournament.

Before the war against Dark Sky, the death of a Divine Ascension Master was shocking news that would resonate across the entire continent. But now, as the martial civilization had advanced so much, they were becoming common enough for them to participate in a tournament.

Cain allowed everybody a moment to analyze and digest his words before continuing with an even sharper intent. ”Once the best Martial Path and the Craftsmanship Path of every empire arise, they will march into the Babel Tower. At that moment, the Scarlet Tournament will begin, and the best of the best of all the empires will all fight and challenge each other.”

A new wave of shock assaulted the masters. The Scarlet King would not only ensure every kingdom cultivated the best of their warriors and craftsmen, but he would then place them all against each other, distilling the best of all Aether!

”The tournament will take place in the Foundation Level of the Babel Tower.

It is massive enough to hold at least 100 million people and durable enough to endure strikes at my level, so there will be no problem even if Divine Ascension Masters go all out.” A sharp and scheming light appeared in Cainʼs eyes as he continued, ”The best one million crafters and the best nine million warriors from Aether will gain the honor to move into the Babel Tower, access to my unique training ground, and the ability to gaze directly into the Codex of Infinite Pathways.

They will also be able to scale its floors, each advance carrying great benefits and rewards.”

The Six Chief Councilors exchanged worried glances as they absorbed the entirety of the Scarlet Kingʼs plans. While a tournament could enhance the power of Aether, the potential for discord and division was a grave concern.

”My King, I wonder about the viability of this tournament. While it will indeed allow us to nurture the best of the best, it might not be wise to put the Sacred Races against each other, especially when the sense of stability is so high and animosity so low.” The one who spoke was Prime Minister Minxet, his face, and eyes firm as he uttered those words.

”I must agree with the old man, my King. I donʼt think a tournament is the best idea at this moment,” Prime Minister Razputin spoke solemnly, supporting Minxetʼs idea.

Cain smiled and softly nodded as he saw the group discussing his plan. He needed people who would see and express problems with his plan, not cowards who would only nod to his ideas.

”I appreciate your feedback and understand your points of view. It is something I have already taken into consideration. However, the Scarlet Tournament will carry on.” There was decisiveness in Cainʼs voice, and no one said another word about it.

While the councilors were meant to give their opinions, when the King declared his decision, there was nothing more to say. Of course, if they had a strong disagreement, they would find a way to speak in private, showing no sign of rebellion against the royal authority.

”The rules of the tournament and the programs that will monitor the Craft Path of the tournament will be sent to your A.I. Chip and computer rings shortly through the Ouroboros System.” Cain ensured there were no more questions and nodded before carrying on to the next part.

”The second mission for the future of Aether is related to bloodlines. I need samples of all bloodlines with potential at the Divine Ascension Realm and higher to be delivered to me.”

Complex expressions of hesitation and disturbance marred the faces of the people in the room. For some, bloodlines were mere commodities, easily changed and handed over. But for others, they were the very essence of their identity and something beyond sacred. The idea of surrendering them was unthinkable, even when asked by the Scarlet King.

Cain saw the hesitation and disturbance in the faces of everyone in the room, especially Eon, Wanton, Kabuto, and Zuko. No race had bloodlines in higher esteem than the Deus Behemoth Race, so handing it over was not easy.

”I understand your hesitation and concerns. First of all, let me assure you I will not just replicate your bloodlines but will use something called the Chimera Path to make new ones. Also, these new bloodlines will be handed over to the winner of each empireʼs tournament to improve these people before they enter the true Scarlet Tournament.

It will benefit the entire world and give us a step forward in the right direction,” Cain did not pressure the group, instead talking with a calm and serene voice, making sure they all understood the goal of these bloodlines was to improve all Aether.

Those words allowed the people to ease their disturbance and finally accept. The one who asked was the supreme leader of Aether, and they would be used as rewards for the best warriors of their races, so it would help all of them grow stronger.

”Excellent. Those two missions are of utmost importance for the growth and unity of Aether as a whole. Now we must discuss another two topics, with the first being the masters of the Thirteen Floors of the Babel Tower.”