Damn, I Have to Marry the Strongest Antagonist at the Start? - Chapter 319

Chapter 319: Chapter316-Destruction is Also a Beginning
In Owen’s perception, Azure Kingdom appeared as the only light within an endless darkness.

Those under Azure Kingdom’s protection gazed into the void, their faces filled with profound gratitude.

Even from a distance, merely observing the Apocalyptic Thunder’s power made their hearts race, as if their bodies were being devoured by countless ants.

They were certain that if they had faced that lightning strike directly, their fate would have been utter obliteration, with no possibility of survival.

When the thunderstorm swept across the land, they sensed the annihilation of beings far stronger than themselves, wiped from existence without leaving a trace.

Were it not for Owen and the protection of Azure Kingdom, they would now share the same fate as those mages and fallen factions.

This thought made their gratitude toward Owen even stronger, reinforcing the wisdom of their decision.

The people from Academy City, Otto of the Fallen Angels, the bone dragon king, and other leaders looked at Owen with growing reverence.

They had survived this Epoch solely due to Owen, and thinking back to their first meeting, they remembered Owen as a young, almost delicate figure.

At that time, they already knew he was extraordinary, destined for greatness, but never expected to rely on him so soon.

Even those who had once resented losing their autonomy under Owen felt their grievances vanish entirely.

Being alive, able to be with those they loved and who loved them—it was a joy they’d nearly forgotten.

Meanwhile, the citizens of Azure Kingdom were filled with unparalleled zeal.

All other kingdoms had perished in this cataclysm, yet they survived, as Owen and Leslie truly regarded them as their people.

Within Azure Kingdom, the people’s admiration for Owen and Leslie surged to its highest point.

As the Epoch came to a complete end, a message flashed before Owen’s eyes, accompanied by a sudden notification from the system:

“Congratulations, Master. Witnessing Apocalyptic Thunder has sparked an insight. Master can now use this as a foundation to develop the Light of Chaos, a force capable of annihilating all!”

Owen’s eyes gleamed with excitement.

The destructive power of Apocalyptic Thunder was unparalleled, reducing everything before it to rubble.

According to the system, the Light of Chaos held Epoch-ending power similar to Apocalyptic Thunder.

If mastered, it could transform any magical attack into primordial chaos, a divine skill that combined offense and defense.

With his heart filled with joy, Owen hadn’t anticipated such an unexpected gift from witnessing Epoch’s End.

Not long after, as the cheers reached their peak, the chaotic energy surrounding Azure Kingdom began to calm.

Yet in Owen’s senses, this calm felt like the foreboding quiet before a storm.

To him, however, this was good news.

The end of an Epoch also marked the beginning of new life.

As the world was reborn, the elemental forces became most pure, making it the optimal time to harness the power of [Order] and build an invincible army.

Wasting no time, Owen summoned the leaders of various factions to the square, his expression serious as he addressed them.

“The Epoch has shattered, and we have survived, but The Celestial still exists! To eradicate the turmoil of the Epoch, we must destroy The Celestial! And now is the best time to train.”

He continued with commands:

“The Dragon army will henceforth be the Dragon Guard Corps!”

“Shadow Clan will be the Shadow Guard Corps!”

“Moss Giants will form the Giant Corps!”

“Black Iron Dwarves and the White Tower Tech Guild will form the Technology Guild!”

Under Owen’s meticulous guidance, all factions within Azure Kingdom sprang into action. Owen had previously informed them and sought their input, and now it was time to implement the plan. They had already prepared for this moment.

While some didn’t fully understand the need for distinct divisions and training zones, they followed Owen’s orders without hesitation.

As they spread across different areas according to the layout, the chaotic energy that had been raging completely settled.

This peaceful energy then began to merge under a mysterious force, forming droplets that rained down from above.

As the droplets landed within Azure Kingdom, they burst, releasing primordial mana that permeated every corner of the empire.

Thanks to the immortal aura from the Divine Path Stone, Azure Kingdom’s mana had already grown exponentially richer.

Now, with the infusion of these primordial mana droplets, its density increased tenfold.

Every mage felt as if they were immersed in mana, their own mana resonating and becoming more refined.

Their bodies, too, were strengthened by this pure mana.

Some mages with no special constitution experienced a sudden transformation, their bodies evolving into unique physiques, their souls elevated, and their understanding of [Order] skyrocketed.

Mages with innate abilities felt an even greater transformation, their physiques advancing to a new level.

They were thrilled to find that their levels had risen significantly.

Those who had previously been stuck at a bottleneck felt themselves rejuvenated.

Talented races like the Dragons and Fallen Angels saw the swiftest leaps in power, their bloodlines growing more ancient with each change.

Other mages, unwilling to lag behind, absorbed this primordial mana fervently, realizing how beneficial a reborn world was for those who had survived the Epoch.

Owen, familiar with the storyline and world mechanics, knew that the rebirth following Epoch’s End was the ultimate time for cultivation.

He had strategically designated areas, with arrays drawing primordial mana from the cosmos.

Not only did the mages benefit, but even the ordinary citizens of Azure Kingdom felt a remarkable transformation.

Nearly every citizen awakened magical potential, some even discovering unique abilities.

“This is the cultivation technique and mage skills prepared for you by the Emperor and Empress. Train well and fulfill their expectations!” Owen and Leslie had anticipated this moment, deploying mages to all cities to teach cultivation techniques and mage skills.

Though most newly awakened mages possessed average abilities, the sheer number of people meant there would inevitably be many with potential.

Furthermore, as these citizens had become mages, their descendants would have even stronger aptitudes.

Over generations, Azure Kingdom’s people would become the empire’s strongest spear and shield.

Already inspired by Owen and Leslie’s achievements, the citizens of Azure Kingdom had long yearned to cultivate.

Now, with this new opportunity, they seized it eagerly.

As they delved deeper into training, they developed a stronger appreciation for Owen and Leslie’s extraordinary talent.

Despite having every advantage, they still couldn’t match the pair’s cultivation speed.

Owen and Leslie themselves absorbed the dense mana while attuning themselves to the shifts in [Order] brought by the Epoch’s rebirth.