Boom!

With a buzzing sound, an immense aura, far stronger than that of Sanctuary King rank, capable of eclipsing even the starborn, erupted from Albert's body!

Sanctuary Lord rank!

Boom—!!

The entire Arcane Star Domain erupted in a frenzy!

Countless powerful beings who sensed this new Sanctuary Lord rank aura shouted in excitement, howling to the heavens as they called out the name of God of War Albert!

A Sanctuary Lord rank God of War!

Its significance was enough to shake countless star systems in the vicinity!

Albert's rise would elevate Arcane Star Domain to new heights!

"Lord Wood, you just said that one day you would redeem something, was it to redeem past disgrace?"

"Nonsense! What's wrong with you?!"

A legendary arcane mage angrily added.

"Cough... I meant to say I would firmly follow the steps of God of War," he corrected, his heart filled with endless resentment.

It seemed that he would never be able to redeem himself in his lifetime…

Meanwhile, some ancient beings from the distant depths of the Starsea woke from their slumber, casting their gaze toward the Arcane Star Domain.

"Another young one who has touched the essence of the laws…"

Whispers echoed through the starry expanse.

Inside a magnificent palace, shining like a divine kingdom, a woman of unparalleled beauty felt the surge of this aura and suddenly opened her eyes.

However, when she discerned the source of the aura, a complicated expression flashed across her face.

After a long silence, she slowly closed her starry-blue eyes.

…

Arcane Star Domain.

After Albert's ascension to Sanctuary Lord rank, the terrifying injuries on his body began to heal at a visible rate.

This was mainly because Leo had no killing intent. The source of the authority dissipated after delivering a single strike.

Otherwise, even a trace of it would continue to erode his soul until he was completely obliterated.

At the foot of the former Arcane Divine Peak, Leo and Wendell stood silently, waiting for Albert.

Moments later.

A streak of light shot down from the sky, landing before the two in an instant.

Albert looked at Leo with eyes filled with indescribable gratitude.

Had it not been for Leo, he might have remained stuck at the Sanctuary King rank for eternity, trapped by the bottleneck until his life's end.

"Lord, your grace! I, Albert, bow to you!"

The God of War, who had always been the one receiving others' bows, now bent his proud back deeply in respect.

Being a God of War placed him above the rest, but this did not mean he should become one who looked down on everyone!

When he no longer saw the strengths and weaknesses in others, when he failed to see further horizons, it meant he was trapped in place, just as he had been for countless years at the peak of Arcane Divine Peak.

Though it seemed as though he was far from the mundane world, reigning supreme, in another sense, wasn't he just locking himself in his own world?

Seeing this, Wendell's eyes revealed a look of approval.

This bow was enough to show Albert's growth in mindset.

"Congratulations, you've taken a new step!"

Leo smiled at Albert.

"Now, do you remember the promise we made earlier?"

Albert smiled at this, his expression filled with carefree anticipation.

"Of course I remember, Lord!"

"In the name of the God of Arcane, I, Albert, will surely join Dalton!"

His desire to join wasn't only due to the bet, but also because of Leo himself.

He believed that any force with such an existence as Leo could never be ordinary!

Perhaps there, he would find the opportunity and resources to pursue even higher ranks.

The source of his confidence was that, even though he had ascended to Sanctuary Lord rank, he still could not fathom the depth of Leo!

Not even a little bit!

Undoubtedly, Leo was an existence far above Sanctuary Lord rank!

Seeing Albert's quick decision, Leo nodded in satisfaction.

This trip to the Arcane Star Domain was not in vain.

At this moment, Albert spoke again.

"Lord, I wonder if my friend Wendell is also qualified to join Dalton?"

Leo looked at Wendell with mild surprise.

With his sharp perception, he could naturally see Wendell's exceptional talent.

His potential was immense, and he should have broken through the Sanctuary King rank bottleneck long ago.

But something within the core of his soul had been blocked by a dark shadow!

This indicated that his inner state of mind wasn't clear, and an obsession was hindering him!

It seemed that Wendell had a heavy past.

"If your friend is willing, Dalton will naturally welcome him with open arms," Leo said, smiling.

Albert's face lit up with joy, and he turned to Wendell.

"Old buddy, that matter has passed too long ago. Let it go with the wind. Come with me…"

Before he could finish, Wendell raised his hand to stop him.

"Albert, no need to say more!"

"You know me. Perhaps this is how it will be for the rest of my life."

Wendell shook his head, his eyes filled with bitterness and determination.

Albert's expression turned complicated.

He would always remember when he first met Wendell. At that time, Wendell was full of vigor, wielding an arcane staff, and it seemed as if he could control the laws of the starborn in casual conversation!

They had been both rivals and friends, practicing magic and learning together…

Even Albert, as a God of War, could never defeat Wendell in wisdom and strategy. But now…

After a long silence, Albert suddenly lifted his head and kneeled before Leo.

"Lord! I beg you, help my friend!"

Wendell rushed forward to help Albert up.

"Albert! What are you doing?"

"This is my own matter!"

But Albert spoke in a deep voice.

"I cannot bear to watch you continue to fall into despair!"

Wendell was speechless at this, and after a long moment, he let out a long sigh.

Leo, standing by, raised an eyebrow and turned his gaze back to Wendell.

"If you have any difficulties, feel free to speak."

"I may not claim to be omnipotent, but most things within the Starsea I can solve," he said calmly, but with absolute confidence.

Resources and power, he lacked none.

In other words, he was essentially omnipotent!

He only said this out of modesty.

Upon hearing Leo's words, Albert's eyes rekindled with hope.

"Wendell! Lord has already spoken, what are you still hesitating for?!"

Wendell merely gave a bitter smile and looked up at Leo.

"Lord, I truly appreciate your kind offer. However… the soul of the departed has already returned to the Starsea, and I do not wish to impose…"

"Who told you that the departed cannot be revived?" Leo directly interrupted him.

Wendell's pupils shrank violently.

"L-Lord… what did you say?!"

Leo fixed his gaze on him and spoke, each word deliberate.

"Remember, in this boundless Starsea, nothing is impossible."

"If you think something is, it's only because you're not strong enough."

In an instant, Wendell felt as though he had been struck by lightning.

He stood frozen, the words echoing in his mind.

"There's nothing impossible under the starry river!"

The next moment.

With a loud bang, Wendell collapsed to his knees in front of Leo!

"Wendell implores you… please help me!!"

Wendell slammed his forehead onto the cold ground.

His entire body trembled violently with immense emotion.

He was willing to believe!

He had to believe!

Seeing Wendell kneeling before him, Leo gently raised his hand, and a soft power lifted him up.

"Helping you with this is certainly possible. However…"

"I never give favors without a price."

Wendell instantly understood what Leo meant, and immediately said.

"If you truly allow me to see her one more time, I, Wendell, swear my soul and loyalty will forever be yours, unwavering to the death!"

This answer made Leo smile in satisfaction.

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