Dragon Tribulation of All Realms

Chapter 360: Soul Manager, Quelpland
Wu Chen closed his eyes.

He could clearly sense the immense power flowing through heaven and earth.

Using the magic of collective unconscious intervention is by no means without a price. And the biggest challenge is actually how to confront the most powerful group of forces in the world.

To fight against the gods.

Because in this world, all souls have their destiny—the Void White Whale, the creator of the world, is the source and master of all souls. Of course, given the precedent of the Demon King, who also originated from the Void Sea of ​​Souls, this white whale will not easily intervene, even if it tries to seize control of souls.

It is a spectator; it won't arbitrarily jump out and destroy everything.

Moreover, Wu Chen is still operating within the code of conduct for an 'adventurer'. The rules of the world will protect him, erasing his presence from the eyes of the spectators. Besides, the Elder Scrolls are still at work.

—I am still within the normal operating range of the script.

Therefore, even if one were to use this magic, the greatest test would be...

Wu Chen opened his eyes.

Everything seemed the same as always, yet something profound had clearly changed. The quiet, luxurious guest room was empty, and an unspeakable silence permeated every corner of the surrounding area.

He got out of bed and walked out of the bedroom. A pink-haired girl, radiating a faint light and exuding a strange, authoritative aura, sat at the small table where Wu Chen was casting magic.

Wu Chen knew her.

She is a deity, the administrator of souls, Quelpland. Her rank is high enough, and her power immense enough. In terms of absolute combat strength, she should be close to or even equal to that of a lesser demon god.

Like Dunneville—but her combat experience and skills were clearly not very high.

Her pale green eyes then turned toward where Wu Chen was.

"A truly remarkable magic." The voice was ethereal, carrying a faint divine pressure. If Wu Chen were a local native, even the bravest warrior would likely feel a deep-seated fear. For every soul is destined to tremble in fear of her.

“But you have crossed the line,” the pink-haired goddess praised, but said regretfully. “You have interfered with the workings of the soul. You have stirred discordant waves in the once calm sea of ​​the soul. This is a grave sin and must be punished.”

Wu Chen stepped forward and sat down in the seat opposite her.

"I've never heard of this law." His tone was relaxed, his expression flippant, and his gaze swept over the goddess before him, scrutinizing her from head to toe.

"...Aren't you afraid of me?" The goddess seemed to sense something amiss, but quickly dismissed it, treating it as normal. "Yes, occasionally such extraordinary heroes emerge among humanity. Possessing this unique talent, it's only natural that they would create such great achievements. However, sin is sin, and the majesty of the gods cannot be defied."

She was also scrutinizing Wu Chen's appearance.

“But death is not the end. Your talent can still shine in other places... Come on, I happen to have a vacancy for a clerical assistant. This should be considered an ‘ascension’ for you humans. Let’s leave all this in this place where the impact is not yet significant.”

She extended an inviting hand to Wu Chen.

Wu Chen simply sat quietly in his seat, watching her.

"What if I choose another path?" The pink-haired goddess asked, slightly surprised.

"You actually dare to oppose the gods? Human, take back what you said now, and I can pretend nothing happened. But if you continue to be so stubborn, you may not even have the chance to be reincarnated."

Wu Chen smiled.

"Have you ever considered that you might be defeated by humans?"

In the goddess's eyes, a light of condescension, even pity, appeared.

"You humans cannot even contend with the Demon King, no, most demons. Even the most powerful magic you have developed cannot shake the demons' bodies protected by their invincible barriers. And you, so arrogant, actually attempt to fight against the gods."

The goddess opened her palms.

“I am a god, you know. Even if you possess the talent to shake the sea of ​​souls, your magic cannot possibly breach the divine barrier around my body. But, well, since you yearn for the complete annihilation of the soul, then I will grant your wish.”

A bright glow appeared on the goddess's palm.

"Come, try your best to survive under the command of the Soul Manager. If you can touch me, if you can leave even the slightest wound on me, then I will acknowledge your interference in the Sea of ​​Souls, and I can also grant you one wish... Human, let me see if your arrogance is worthy of your power!"

A burst of brilliance.

That was equivalent to the instantaneous detonation of a high-yield hydrogen bomb. The Francis Tavern in the dream instantly evaporated. And in the same instant, nearly a third of the entire dream city of Lisas was erased!
'boom--! ’

It was like an apple being suddenly bitten into. Everything within a one-kilometer radius of Quelpland was annihilated and evaporated. A smooth, inscribed sphere was gnawed into the dreamlike ground. And the goddess's voice echoed clearly within this vast dream world.

"For the sake of what you humans often call fairness, I have used my power to transform your dream into a temporary otherworld. Humans, have no worries, no hesitation. Even your defeat will not cause the slightest ripple in the reality you live in. Your friends will only think that you left peacefully in your sleep, and you can use all the skills you possess."

She said she knew the human before her wouldn't die from the first blow alone. A profound silence and flowing wind filled the shattered dream city of Lysas. This realm, conjured by power, was indeed solid, and there were no other bystanders.

A suitable arena.

In the void, the dragon's eyes had already been unleashed.

The next moment, the goddess's arm suddenly rose, transforming into a barrier. The golden-red dragon, having broken free from its 'illusory spirit' state, unleashed a tangible roar towards the goddess's location!

'Fus-Ro-Dah——！！！'

Unyielding power bursts forth.

The goddess gazed at the descending, materialized sound waves, a smile playing on her lips.

"Transforming one's form into that of a dragon? Another spell I've never seen before. Dragons certainly possess the power to break through barriers of rules. But I'm no ordinary, weak god; I can't do something like this—"

'Bang—' The light barrier she had built up with her arms suddenly exploded.

In her incredulous gaze, the tangible sound waves slammed into the goddess's face!
(End of this chapter)