The Epic Tale of Chaos vs Order

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A powerful explosion drew the attention of the Atroxs, and many of them were shocked since they couldn't believe that the red-masked monster could have perished like that. However, what burst wasn't the Scarlet King but the Refinement Cauldron.

It was a Golden Artifact capable of enduring Golden Flame Refinement without a problem. Still, cracks began to form due to the constant Saint Revolution Refinements, and finally, it could not hold on anymore. Luckily, that was not a problem since the flames were already fading, leaving only the flawless body of the Scarlet King in place.

Of course, the Scarlet King had rearranged the bandages on his body before anyone could see his actual appearance. He opened his eyes, and a smile appeared as he stood up and analyzed his body.

"System."

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Scan of Vessel completed.

Name: Cain Laurifer

Race: Godslayer Humankind

Path of Power: Astral Rebirth (Middle Wave Champion) / Essence Evolution (Late Wave Champion)

Lineage: True Avernus Lineage (Maximum Purity)

Wave Talent: Initial Tier 9 (Medium Tier 9)

Stats:

Strength: 55.1 → 57.0

Agility: 32.0 → 33.7

Vitality: 63.0 → 65.2

Astral Wave: 36.1 → 37.7

Essence Wave: 45.1 → 47.0

Blood Energy (Astral): 48.3 → 49.6

Blood Energy (Essence): 50.3 → 51.6

Blood Rebirth: Golden Blood Stage → Pseudo Mercury Stage

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Main Law Mastery: Law of Blood (Medium Law Fragmentation)

Secondary Law Mastery: Law of Darkness (Low Law Fragmentation)

Note (1): Wave Virus inside the Vessel enhanced Wave Talent by 28.1%.

Note (2): All systems of the Vessel's body had improved. There is also a fractional improvement in the condition of the Rebirth Heart.]

The Scarlet King couldn't help but feel a sense of utter thrill in his heart as he saw the improvement the 15 Revolution Flame granted. He didn't pay much attention to the stats since the true power of the Revolution Refinement presented itself in his foundation.

Despite his crippled Astral Rebirth Path, his Blood Rebirth had reached the Pseudo Mercury Stage, and he hadn't even become a Late Wave Champion in that path. If he managed to fix his Rebirth Heart, the foundation level he could reach by taking advantage of the next breakthrough would be shockingly high.

In the Essence Evolution Path of Power, the Revolution Refinement had allowed his attunement with the Law of Blood to break through to the next level, reaching the mighty Medium Law Fragmentation. Even if it was the absolute bottom of the stage, it was a feat that divine geniuses found nearly impossible before becoming Wave Kings.

There was also an improvement in his Wave Talent due to his enhanced Law Mastery and Blood Rebirth, along with the improvement of the Wave Virus, allowing it to reach the Medium Tier 9. That would make his cultivation speed soar once again.

"My battle power should allow me to fight directly against a Wind Tribulation Apotheosis Realm Masters now, without the need to depend on ambush."

The Scarlet King had no problem relying on ambush and traps against his enemies; after all, he was also a skilled assassin. But there would be times when he would have to face opponents directly since there wouldn't always be time for preparations.

'I guess there is only one way to truly know my battle power.'

"Dark Mask."

As soon as the Scarlet King uttered those words, Dark Mask appeared before him and knelt.

"Is there any problem with the other Dark Factions?"

Although the reclusion of Dark Mask made sense for Silent World, it significantly diminished the power of Dark Hand, and other Dark Factions would want to take advantage of that. Actually, struggles between Tier 1 Dark Factions were normal, and Tier 0 did not really care, as once a faction vanished, another would soon take its place.

The underworld was no different than the world of Wave Beasts; the strong survived, and the weak became food. Right now, Dark Hand looks very appetizing for the other Dark Factions.

"We have been facing problems from Dead Ocean. It is another Tier 1 Dark Faction under Silent World. They have infiltrated our domains several times. They have mostly been tentative strikes to test our strength, but once they realize we have no Apotheosis Realm Masters in our ranks, we will have serious problems."

The Scarlet King nodded as he understood the current predicament of Dark Hand. After all, the new Dark Mask was only a Wave King, and it would be a long time before he became an Apotheosis Realm Master.

"Dead Ocean. From the data I obtained from the previous Dark Mask, their leader is a Wind Tribulation Master." A flash of coldness appeared in the Scarlet King's eyes as he decided his next step, but before dispersing everybody, he had one more matter to attend to.

"How did the special mission go?"

Dark Mask adopted a solemn expression as he heard those words, knowing that the task was extremely important.

"I have done as requested, Leader, and tirelessly used the power of Dark Hand to search for information about an intercontinental teleportation formation. I have heard some rumors and am currently following leads, but there is nothing concrete yet."

Dark Mask didn't just speak words; he delivered a report with all the information he had managed to collect so far.

The Scarlet King went through the data and nodded as he saw that the man had put a lot of effort into the task at hand.

"Keep working. I will take care of Dead Ocean. Be ready to recover all the lost territories and gather as many of their resources as possible."

Dark Mask nodded, and after performing a final deep bow, he flew into the sky along with the Dark Fingers.

Once alone, the Scarlet King went through the network using the [A.I. Chip Module] and began gathering information about Dead Ocean. It didn't take long for him to find a lead, and a cold smile appeared as he rose into the sky and flashed into the distance.