Cosmic Ruler - Chapter 252

Chapter 252: Less Time More Power IV

As Aiden experimented with the Acceleration Time Rule, Nexus spoke up. [You’ve grasped quite a powerful Time Rule. With this, you can fight against various foes while minimizing risk to yourself.]

[Not to mention, you can now accelerate your own comprehension, allowing you to grasp new Rules at a faster pace,] Nexus added, and Aiden nodded in agreement.

“By the way, how much time has passed in the outside world?” Aiden asked, curious.

[Just 3.17 days,] Nexus replied with a smile. [That’s how long it took you to comprehend the Rule of Acceleration.]

Aiden’s eyes widened in surprise but quickly settled. With the 1500-times time dilation, it made sense. “Maybe I should try to comprehend more Time Rules,” Aiden mused aloud.

Nexus, hearing this, nodded. [Given the speed at which you’re mastering these Rules, I think it’s a good idea,] she said, and Aiden agreed. Without hesitation, he turned his focus back to the River of Time, watching its flow intently.

As he continued observing the river, Aiden’s soul resonated once again, drawing him deeper into the intricacies of time. His connection with the Time Rule intensified, and soon he found himself in another trance, his mind pulled into a new understanding of time’s nuances.

The Time Derivation Rule began to play out before him like a repeated song, unfolding over and over again. Aiden remained still, immersed in its rhythmic cycles, as he attempted to comprehend this next layer of time’s vast power.

A few days later, Aiden opened his eyes and thought to himself, So, it’s the Deceleration Rule this time. He mumbled under his breath, then began to focus intently on fully comprehending it.

Time passed, and now that Aiden had a firm grasp of the Law of Time, his progress was even swifter. In just 10 years, he had fully mastered the Deceleration Rule—an astonishing achievement, breaking yet another record in his cultivation.

[Congratulations,] Nexus said, still amazed at his speed.

[Your comprehension is monstrous,] she added with a hint of awe.

Aiden rolled his eyes and replied, “There are many people with better comprehension than me.”

[True, but they often comprehend these rules in the middle of life-and-death battles, pushing themselves to the limit, which allows them to grasp things faster,] Nexus explained.

“Now, onto the next one,” Aiden mumbled as he produced a set of cards in his hand. He glanced at Nexus with a smirk and said, “Pick one.”

Nexus raised her eyebrows, curious about this sudden game, but she reached out and selected a card. She examined it, unsure of its meaning. The card depicted light traveling endlessly, a beam stretching through infinite space.

[What is this?] Nexus asked, holding up the card.

Aiden took it from her hand, glancing at it with a knowing look. “Light Rule is next,” he murmured, already preparing his mind to dive into this new Rule of comprehension.

Nexus looked at Aiden and shook her head, amused by his methods. Still, she didn’t stop him. She knew that if he could comprehend the Time Rule so quickly, the other rules would likely be much easier for him to grasp.

And Aiden proved her right. He mastered the Rule of Speed in just one year, his progress almost effortless. Then, he continued his card-shuffling ritual, picking cards and focusing on one Rule after another, comprehending them one by one with impressive speed. Each time, his understanding deepened, and the complexity of the rules seemed to only motivate him further.

Aiden continued his relentless pursuit of mastering more Rules, each one falling into place like a carefully shuffled deck. His ritual of drawing a card, comprehending its Rule, and moving on became almost second nature. The progress was staggering—what took most cultivators decades, he accomplished in mere years.

After mastering the Rule of Speed, Aiden moved on to the Rule of Light, and within another year, he had it firmly under control. His understanding of the universe’s fundamental laws grew deeper, and his cultivation soared with each success.

Nexus watched in awe as Aiden kept moving from one Rule to the next, his focus unwavering. Each card he drew represented a new challenge, yet he met each one head-on, displaying a monstrous level of comprehension.

[This pace… it’s almost unnatural,] Nexus remarked, though she knew by now that nothing about Aiden’s growth was ordinary.

Aiden didn’t respond, fully immersed in his training. He shuffled the deck again, drawing another card that depicted a swirling vortex. His eyes narrowed as he studied it. “The Rule of Space,” he muttered, already diving into the next challenge.

Aiden took a deep breath, his gaze fixed on the swirling vortex depicted on the card. Despite having mastered many Rules with remarkable speed, this one presented a unique challenge. The Rule of Space seemed to elude his grasp, its complexity far beyond what he had encountered so far.

Nexus’s voice broke through his concentration. [Come on, you can do it. It’s similar to the Time Rule, Aiden.]

Aiden nodded, trying to focus on the similarities Nexus mentioned. He recalled how the Rule of Time had been a complex puzzle that he eventually solved by understanding its core principles. The Rule of Space might be different, but he hoped that a similar approach would yield results.

He closed his eyes and began to visualize the swirling vortex, allowing his mind to merge with the image. He let the vortex’s energy flow through him, attempting to grasp its essence. The process was slow and arduous, but Aiden’s determination was unwavering.

Hours turned into days as he worked tirelessly, his focus never faltering. Nexus remained by his side, occasionally offering encouraging words but allowing Aiden the space to tackle the challenge himself.

As the days passed, Aiden’s understanding began to deepen. He could feel the space around him shifting, expanding, and contracting in response to his efforts. The vortex’s swirling patterns started to make sense, and he began to see how the Rule of Space interacted with other fundamental laws.

Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, Aiden opened his eyes. The once elusive Rule now felt familiar, its complexities unraveling before him. He had managed to comprehend the Rule of Space, joining the ranks of the many other Rules he had mastered.

Nexus smiled, a look of relief and pride on her face. [You did it, Aiden. The Rule of Space is now yours.]

With the Rule of Space now under his belt, Aiden felt a renewed sense of purpose. He took a moment to gather his thoughts and assess his progress. Mastering the Rule of Space had been a significant milestone, and he knew that each new Rule would only increase his understanding and power further.

“Alright, Nexus,” Aiden said, looking at her with a determined expression. “What’s next?”

Nexus, her eyes gleaming with approval, picked up another card from the stack Aiden had laid out. This time, the card depicted a chaotic swirl of energies and elements, each one intermingling with the others in a dance of creation and destruction.

[This is the Rule of Creation and Destruction,] Nexus explained. [It’s a fundamental Rule that governs the birth and end of all things. It’s closely tied to the concepts of transformation and annihilation.]

Aiden nodded, his resolve solidifying. He knew that comprehending the Rule of Creation and Destruction would be a formidable challenge, but he was ready to face it.

He took the card from Nexus and examined it closely. The swirling chaos on the card seemed to pulse with a life of its own. Aiden closed his eyes, trying to attune his senses to the essence of the Rule. He visualized the energies of creation and destruction flowing through him, attempting to understand their interplay.

As he immersed himself in the process, the surroundings began to shift. The dimension around him seemed to warp and change, reflecting the turbulent energies he was trying to grasp. It was as though he was navigating through a storm of raw, primal forces.

Days turned into weeks , weeks into years as Aiden wrestled with the complexities of the Rule of Creation and Destruction. He could feel the energies of creation shaping and forming, while the forces of destruction sought to dismantle and undo. Balancing these opposing forces was challenging, but Aiden’s persistence and focus kept him moving forward.

Nexus watched from a distance, offering encouragement and guidance when needed. She understood the magnitude of the task Aiden had undertaken and admired his unwavering determination.

Finally, after several months of intense concentration and effort, Aiden felt a breakthrough. The chaotic energies began to align, and the intricate dance of creation and destruction became clearer. He could now perceive the delicate balance between these forces and how they influenced each other.

With a sense of accomplishment, Aiden opened his eyes. The Rule of Creation and Destruction had been comprehended, adding another layer of mastery to his growing collection of Rules.

Nexus approached him with a proud smile. [You’ve done exceptionally well, Aiden. The Rule of Creation and Destruction is now yours.]