Cosmic Ruler - Chapter 169

Chapter 169: Final Match up II

As Aiden secured the first rank, it was Loyd and Silvia’s turn to fight for the second rank. They both took the stage, but Loyd’s face was still pale—not from his defeat to Aiden, but because of the earlier bet. Thinking he has a higher-grade spirit than Aiden, Loyd had agreed to the bet and was now reduced to Aiden’s slave. Even the beautiful teacher in his necklace was now Aiden’s slave, as Loyd had signed the contract without reading all the clauses properly, blinded by his self-confidence.

As they both took the stage, the Examiner ordered the match to begin.

Silvia, not taking any chances, immediately used two of her most powerful skills, Dream Shaker and Nightmare, causing Loyd to lose his dagger. His spirit weapon fell to the ground as he himself fell unconscious. His mind was already chaotic from his earlier defeat, and Silvia’s attack caused him to faint directly.

“Winner, Silvia,” the Examiner announced, and everyone cheered for her.

Silvia flashed a smug smile, turning to look at Aiden. But seeing him talking to another girl, she gritted her teeth in anger and huffed off the arena.

Aiden, on the other hand, checked the gains he had earned after defeating Loyd.

[Quest completed]

[Host has now two choices:

1. Accept 10 times feedback from current Loyd and then again receive another 10 times feedback from Loyd after 10 years.

2. Receive 100 times feedback from current Loyd, and then after 100 years receive another 100 times feedback from future Loyd.]

Aiden contemplated the choices, weighing the immediate benefits against the long-term gains. The first option would provide consistent power boosts over a shorter period, while the second option promised massive power gains but required a much longer wait.

“What do you think?” Aiden asked the beings within his soul sea.

“I would suggest the 10-year boon; it will provide you with a consistent boost every decade,” Nexus advised.

“Isn’t this a cultivation-type world? Time here won’t matter much, so why not go for the 100-year one?” Myne reasoned.

Aiden nodded, considering both perspectives. “I’ll choose the second option,” he decided, addressing the system.

“Can you tell me why?” Nexus inquired as Myne gave a smug smile, pleased that Aiden had followed her suggestion.

“It’s simple. I may be strong enough after 10 years that his boon will no longer affect me. Plus, he won’t be the only Child of Will here,” Aiden explained.

Nexus nodded, understanding the rationale. He then conveyed Aiden’s choice to the system.

[Host selected second option]

[Host received Soul Devouring Dagger]

[Hundred times increase…]

[Host gained Reaper Scythe]

[Host gained the soul of ??? Rank cultivator]

[Hundred times increase…]

[Host gained the soul of ?? Rank cultivator]

[Host gained Million Souls Emperor Physique (unawakened)]

[Hundred times increase…]

[Host gained perfected Million Souls Emperor Physique]

[Host cultivation increased to Spirit Grandmaster peak]

Aiden felt a surge of power course through him, his strength and abilities amplifying exponentially. The Soul Devouring Dagger in his hand glowed with a menacing aura, now appearing as the pitch-black weapon of Death itself, the Reaper Scythe. He sensed the formidable souls of ancient cultivators emerging and settling inside the ring on his finger, causing it to glow momentarily before returning to normal.

Moreover, his physique underwent a profound transformation. The Million Souls Emperor Physique, now perfected, granted him unparalleled resilience and vitality. His soul was now powerful enough to be on par with someone ten major ranks above his cultivation. He could even sense his spirit evolving slightly, though they were already formidable. His new spirit, the Reaper Scythe, underwent a profound change and transformed into the Million Souls Harvester, another spirit on par with his others.

Aiden’s cultivation rapidly ascended to the peak of the Spirit Grandmaster level, marking a significant leap in his journey.

The spectators in the arena, unaware of the monumental change within Aiden, continued to cheer for the victors. Aiden looked around, feeling a renewed sense of relief and comfort . His path at the Five Kingdoms Academy would be challenging, but he was now more prepared than ever.

He who always remained in power never felt helpless before but now, he is somewhat powerful enough to defend himself.

‘ Speaking of physique, if he awakens it, his spirit will evolve too as expected of the tratment of protagonist’ Aiden thought as he gazed at Loyd who is fighting against Chloe and Ming to secure the third position.

Chloe, having already defeated Ming, secured the fourth position and only had to defeat Loyd to claim the third spot. She did so decisively, embedding Loyd into the arena wall in a brutal victory. As she basked in her glory, Aiden watched the pitiful state of Loyd and thought, ‘If I were to help him now, will he be grateful to me?’

[Chances are high for that,] Nexus said, agreeing with Aiden. Myne nodded too, and Aiden stood up, heading towards Loyd.

After the medics carried Loyd away for the third time, Aiden followed. When they finished treating him, Aiden approached.

Loyd, still feeling sore from his defeat, sensed someone approaching and said, “I am already fixed; there is no need for any more treatment.”

“It doesn’t look like that to me,” Aiden’s playful voice reached him.

Loyd raised his head and saw Aiden smiling at him. He gritted his teeth but then bowed his head.

Aiden nodded and said, “Raise your head.”

As Loyd raised his head, he caught the item Aiden threw at him.

“You are now my servant, and I don’t want a weak servant,” Aiden said before leaving.

Loyd, confused by Aiden’s sudden appearance and disappearance, heard his beautiful teacher exclaim.

“This is…Soul Essence, a miraculous treasure formed after the condensation of over 10,000 souls. It only forms in ancient battlefields. How does he have it?” Her voice reached him, causing him to see the item in his hand.

He opened his fist to see a bead glowing with milky light. As he stared at it, he felt his body yearning for it.

He frowned at the sensation and told his teacher about it.

“You probably have a special constitution that he is aware of, and that’s likely the reason he proposed that bet, which you foolishly accepted,” she said angrily.

Loyd shrank as he was reprimanded and then looked at the milky bead.

“What should I do with it?” he asked.

“Although I could also use it, if he gave it to you saying he doesn’t want a weak servant, it means it is intended for you,” she sighed, her yearning for the bead evident in her voice.

Hearing her tone, Loyd said, “Teacher, you can have it.”

“What are you saying? You should use it,” she replied.

“No, you need it more than I do. Think of it as my way to repay you for saving my life,” Loyd said.

The beautiful lady inside his necklace frowned, sensing that Loyd was not acting like himself. He was usually greedy, prideful, and extremely cautious, but now he seemed mature and no longer arrogant.

‘Did his defeat open his eyes?’ she thought and then said, “It’s better if you take it. If using this elevates your rankings, it will allow you to procure more resources like this and help me in the future.”

Loyd nodded and, opening his mouth, gulped the milky bead in one go. He sat cross-legged and began to guide the energy properly. The beautiful figure of a woman materialized behind him, placing her hands on him to guide and help him.

Aiden, watching this from hiding, nodded and left.

[Who would have thought he was a good guy?] Nexus said.

As Aiden accepted the 100 times boon, he received everything from Loyd, including his memories. He knew that Loyd was actually a good guy, just someone whose goodness was met with betrayal in his previous life. In this life, he had decided to become strong to hold his own fate.

And sadly he once again was enslaved before he could hold his own destiny.

” Life ia unfair to all of us but that doesn’t give one the license to crime” Aiden said hearing Nexus.

Nexus , Myne and even Astralium opens his eyes as he heard Aiden spoke those words.

They felt the meaning behind those words and couldn’t help but look at Aiden in new light.

Aiden who felt three stares on hai back thought ‘ well, I just copied it from the Holy Book of Sanatan’

It is phrase from Lord Krishna when Karna asked what Sins he committed when he decided to aid Duryodhan, who aide him in the paat in hsi darkest hour.

And Lord Krishna reply was this, “Unfairness doesnt grant you the right to commit Sins”

Aiden very much liked this phrase and always repeats it when ever he faces difficult in his life.

Aiden the returned to his seat and then after a break it was Loyd vs Ming match.

Which after awakening his physique Loyd easily won.

He looked at Aiden and Aiden nodded back.

Loyd without saying anything took his seat.