Chapter 531: The Ninth Ladder "Soul Master"
As night fell, the city of Nasir was gently covered by a layer of deep darkness, as if the whole world was holding its breath, just to greet the sacred moment that was about to happen.
Soft and warm light shines through the windows on both sides of the street, and each beam of light carries the endless expectations and sincere prayers of the people of Nasir.
Although television had been invented, only a few people in the upper class could afford it, and most families in Nasir City still used radio or read newspapers to learn about the outside world.
At this moment, each of them knew one thing.
That is the "pillar" of the Fisher family, the legend of the Syat people, the strongest man in the Dawn Cult, the "God of Death" feared by all enemies...
Mr. Chris Fischer is about to be promoted to the ninth step of the long ladder to godhood!
In fact, due to the popularity of knowledge, all those who are not blood recipients still only have a superficial understanding of the Long Steps to Divinity, and those core mysterious knowledge naturally cannot be passed on to outsiders.
However, that did not stop everyone from praying for Chris.
For the people of Nasir City, they grew up listening to the heroic legends of Chris Fischer. The protection and worship of a "living saint" like him can even be said to be a kind of "political correctness". Anyone who dares to insult Chris will arouse public anger and the whole family will be at risk of death or injury.
Tonight, all of Nasir's hearts are bound together by the upcoming ceremony.
They knew that just at the edge of the city, the legendary Chris Fischer stood on the threshold of fate, preparing to face an unprecedented test of his soul.
This is not only a test for him personally, but also the hope for the city of Nasir and even the entire Syat!
There was an indescribable solemnity and tension in the air; even the breeze seemed to become cautious. Citizens closed their eyes and concentrated at home, silently praying in their hearts for the strong man who was about to embark on the journey.
The bells of the Morningside Cathedral, which was built in the last thirty years, echoed in the night sky, melodious and deep. Every strike seemed to be telling the legend of past heroes, and seemed to be ushering in tonight's ceremony.
Although dinner was prepared on the dining tables of every household, most people had no intention of enjoying it, as their minds had already drifted to Fischer.
The ninth step of the Path of Tranquility is called "Soul Master".
In the Path of Tranquility, which has always been more inclined towards the assassin type sequence, "Soul Master" is a special sequence of the caster type.
The ceremony of advancement to the rank of "Soul Master" is essentially a great test of the soul and spiritual strength of the extraordinary person.
The ritual requires the extraordinary person to delve into the mysteries of the soul, master and harness the power of the soul, so as to achieve a deep understanding and... control of the soul and consciousness.
At this moment, the Fisher family had already set up a soul trial ceremony venue in the Dawn Cathedral in Nasir City according to the contents of the oracle.
Chris is standing in the middle of it, and next he needs to face his inner fears, desires and obsessions.
Felix, Christine and others were watching him nearby, and then the ceremony finally began.
The trials take the form of dreams, illusions, and mental attacks, and begin to test Chris's willpower and control over his soul power.
Bizarre scenes flashed before his eyes: sometimes he was in a battlefield burning with flames, surrounded by the wailing of his comrades and the grinning of the enemy; sometimes it turned into a peaceful and tranquil countryside with his family sitting around him, but beneath that warmth lay unknown secrets and betrayal.
Every dream is so real that most people cannot even tell whether it is a memory, fantasy or the reality before their eyes. The waves of emotions are surging in his heart, constantly testing Chris's will and faith.
Just as Chris was trying to break free from these disturbing dreams, the web of illusion quietly enveloped him.
The darkness around him suddenly became vivid, transforming into various forms: a huge monster pounced on him with a roar, its sharp claws flashing cold light; a beautiful woman seduced him, her words were full of sweet traps; and an ancient wise man examined him with a deep gaze, asking one soul-piercing question after another.
Just as Chris was struggling with the illusion, an invisible force suddenly attacked him, which was the most direct mental attack. This force was like a sharp blade cutting his consciousness, trying to shatter his thoughts.
In the pain and confusion, Chris felt as if the whole world was against him, and even his own thoughts were no longer under his control.
Yet in his darkest hour, some hidden fire deep within his cold heart was ignited.
That is Chris's constant love for his family, loyalty to his friends, persistence in his beliefs, and desire for self-transcendence.
He closed his eyes, took a deep breath, calmed his mind, and used his strong willpower to build a spiritual barrier.
Deep inside, Chris heard his own voice:
“Hold on.”
"Fischer... you are the only one who can carry this on..."
Eventually, the dream shattered, the illusion dissipated, and the mental attack receded like the tide.
When Chris opened his eyes again, he found himself standing in a bright light, surrounded by soft light.
"It's morning already, father."
Christine in the wheelchair breathed a sigh of relief and said, "It seems that you have successfully passed the first trial of the ceremony. Do you want to start the second trial immediately?"
Chris just nodded calmly and said nothing.
After passing the mental test just now, Chris took out the Stone of Eternity and began to integrate it with his own mental power, greatly enhancing the mental power of the extraordinary person.
Next, he closed his eyes and began to expand his consciousness into wider dimensions, the spirit world, dreams and even the depths of other people's minds.
If one does not have a deep understanding of the concept of "soul", it is absolutely impossible to perform this ritual. Only a truly strong person can succeed.
After meeting the above conditions, Chris began the final soul-controlling ceremony, completely integrating his spiritual power and soul power in silence, and using this as a medium to control and manipulate the souls of others.
He began to guide the spiritual power in his body. This power was surging but also became docile and obedient under his will.
The soul is like a shining star. Under the nourishment of this power, it becomes brighter and more resilient.
The ceremony gradually reached its climax. Chris' eyes suddenly opened, and two bright rays of light shot out from his eyes, shooting straight into the sky and connecting with the stars.
The tearing feeling brought about by the fusion of spirit and soul seemed to tear him into countless pieces!
Finally, he took a deep breath, and his whole body became light and graceful. The spiritual power and soul in his body intertwined in a wonderful way, like a beautiful painting slowly unfolding in his consciousness.
With a deafening roar, Chris's spiritual power and soul completely merged, and a dazzling light burst out around his body, illuminating the entire church like daylight!
"The ritual is complete!"
Everyone in the Fisher family was ecstatic. Chris completed the ceremony. As long as he offered the Stone of Eternity as a sacrifice, he could step onto the ninth step of the Stairway to Godhood!
When the first rays of morning light penetrated the night sky, the city of Nasir welcomed a new dawn.
After a long and mysterious process of being granted power, Chris's figure appeared unusually tall in the morning light, as if he had merged with the entire world, emitting an indescribable mysterious glow.
His eyes were like the deep ocean, calm and powerful. Every time he blinked, it seemed as if stars were twinkling in them, revealing his deeper understanding of the world.
The ninth level “Lord of Souls” is represented in the spirit world as a gray old man surrounded by many souls.
His physical fitness and spiritual strength are three times higher than those at the eighth level. However, more important than simple numerical values is the complete integration of soul and mental power, which allows Chris' entire soul level to evolve.
His soul began to become increasingly different from that of mortals.
Apocalypse is also called the level of demigod, and there is no doubt a reason for that. Now Chris's soul is more indestructible than his body!
As the "Lord of Souls", he also acquired a very powerful supernatural characteristic "Soul Domination". As long as enough spiritual power is consumed, any soul and the dead must obey the orders of the "Lord of Souls".
No matter how powerful the soul or deceased was in his or her lifetime, as long as they are not gods, they cannot escape the control of the "Soul Master".
The disaster of the dead has ended for decades. If the current Chris could go back to that time, he would probably be able to resolve the entire disaster easily, and all the dead would bow down to him at a glance.
People in Nasir City came out of their homes to witness the scene, all in shock and awe.
The temperament of Chris standing in the sky is no longer comparable to the past. It is an existence that transcends the mundane and is close to the sacred!
"That's Mr. Chris from the Fisher family!"
"Great Dawn, great Lord of the Lost! He looks so divine!"
The children stared at him with wide eyes, curiosity and awe, and the seeds of dreams were planted in their hearts. The adults bowed their heads in tribute, because they knew that this strong man was the guardian of Nasir City and the entire eastern part of the continent.
Soon, people in Syat and even every corner of the eastern part of the continent were talking about Chris's transformation.
At the same time, Nasir's Chris closed his eyes slightly, and he had clearly sensed something deep in his heart.
The remaining power of the gods finally dissipated completely...
The apocalypse legends of the Oden continent, no, the entire Krad world are beginning to stir... People know that the Fisher family and the Dawn Cult are rapidly becoming powerful, and this group of terrible and troublesome beings must be eliminated as soon as possible!
(End of this chapter)
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