[ I am sorry. But this is not enough to convince me. ]
Eren's thoughts resonated firmly with Anfang's World Will. He acknowledged the significance of the favor exchange being based on the principle of equivalent give-and-take, but he couldn't help but express his reservations.
The task the World Will had set before him was colossal and daunting, one that required breaking divine shackles with his mortal abilities. Though grateful for the life-saving intervention in the past, he felt that he needed more substantial assurance to consider embarking on such a perilous endeavor. Eren sought something greater from the World Will, something that could persuade him to seriously contemplate the audacious plan laid before him.
[ The Spirit Beast you have in your possession… I… we can mold it into your God Spark. ]
Eren's mind raced as he processed the astounding proposition put forth by Anfang's World Will. He had not anticipated such a remarkable reward for his cooperation. The idea of turning the Spirit Beast he possessed into a God Spark sent a shiver through his very soul.
The power to transform a Spirit Beast into a God Spark rested with the World Will of any realm, granted that one of its inhabitants earned its approval and fulfilled certain tasks at its behest. However, such a remarkable opportunity required extraordinary circumstances and a person deemed worthy by the discerning consciousness of the World Will.
Of course, the world in general and World Will of such a world also needed to be spiritually strong to possess such a capability in the first place.
In dire circumstances, the World Will might lower its stringent requirements, as demonstrated when Otherworlders invaded Anfang in pursuit of the newly birthed Spirit Beasts caused by God Vulcan's misdeeds. These Otherworlders, even after acquiring their own Spirit Beasts, continued their ruthless onslaught against Anfang's inhabitants.
Their motive was to create a state of desperation within Anfang, hoping to force the World Will into granting them the coveted transformation of their Spirit Beasts into God Sparks.
Unaware that the World Will's approval was the key to this transformation, Eren was taken aback by the revelation. Sage Nira Nightshade had mentioned the Spirit Beast's connection to the God Spark, but she had cleverly omitted the requirement of the World Will's consent.
Eren now understood why the other Sage Rankers from Edinburgh had chosen to leave their Soul Fragments in Anfang while venturing into other realms. They foresaw the birth of the Spirit Beast and sought to obtain the highly sought-after God Spark from Anfang's divine consciousness.
As Eren pondered this life-altering offer, he knew that his decision would shape the course of his journey and the world around him. The potential rewards were immense, but so were the risks. He was faced with an enigmatic choice that could define his destiny in the ever-evolving world of Anfang.
[ Kekeke. Now I understand why Triton appeared out of nowhere when I was at the Lake Moonlight Death. The Spirit Beast was merely acting on your intentions by appearing in front of me at that time. You had planned to offer me this deal from that very moment. It's just that you needed me to break into Master Rank for you to communicate with me like this. ]
Another puzzle unraveled for Eren as he made this realization. The fortuitous acquisition of the Spirit Beast had puzzled him for some time, but now he understood that it was no mere coincidence. Anfang's World Will had orchestrated events to align with its grand plan, using Eren and Ivor as strategic pieces on its cosmic chessboard. Just like Ivor, Eren held a significant role in the World Will's intricate scheme.
Being regarded as a chess piece by the World Will didn't bother Eren. He understood that the realm of Anfang operated on the Principle of Equivalent Exchange, where actions had consequences and favors were granted with expectations in return. It was a natural manifestation of the collective consciousness of the living beings within Anfang, prioritizing its interests and seeking balance in the cosmic web it weaved.
Eren was glad that Anfang's World Will had singled him out for this important task. It presented a tremendous opportunity—one that could grant him his very own God Spark.
With a personal God Spark in his possession, he would no longer have to fear the possibility of his Spirit Beast being taken by formidable entities like Nira Nightshade once he ventured beyond the boundaries of Anfang. This was a chance to secure his power and independence, a prospect he couldn't pass up.
[You say you can see the future of infinite possibilities that are limited to your realm. Can you foresee a path where I could successfully accomplish the task you're asking of me? ]
Eren's inquiry was filled with genuine curiosity and hope. He recognized the enormity of the task before him and was uncertain of how to even begin. Rather than wasting valuable time on trial and error, he turned to Anfang's World Will, seeking guidance for a feasible solution. However, the World Will didn't possess a clear-cut answer.
[ There are certain junctures in the flow of time where the future's myriad possibilities become so intertwined that I… we cannot discern them apart. Moreover, since our conversation began, the future's uncertainty has increased. Therefore, the method to break the divine shackles is something you must discover on your own. ]
The World Will's response left Eren deep in thought, realizing the complexities of foreseeing the future from the World Will's perspective. The ongoing war between the kingdoms, other conflicts across Anfang, and the potential impact of the Lazarus Project completion all contributed to the uncertainty. Moreover, Eren's direct interaction with the World Will added to the unpredictability of future events.
Though the uncertainty posed challenges, Eren found a glimmer of hope within it.
If the future was not set in stone, then there was a chance for him to achieve his goals and ambitions before leaving Anfang. The possibilities were vast, and Eren was determined to seize the opportunities that lay ahead.
