Swallowing the Stars: Level 1, One Talent, Invincible Chaos Origin

Chapter 160, 'The Origin of Chaos'

After a flash of silver light, Jiang Ming's consciousness returned to his body.

The moment his consciousness returned, Jiang Ming's consciousness was plunged into a chaotic space.

In the chaotic space, above and below, in all directions, past and present, it seemed that all concepts had disappeared.

There is no light, no darkness, no time, no space, and not even the feeling of "existence" itself.

Only absolute "chaos".

However, in this extreme "chaos", Jiang Ming's will captured something.

That is not matter, not energy, not even a fluctuation of laws.

Rather, it is a kind of "root cause".

It's as if this is the origin of 'chaos'.

This feeling, though subtle, carried a sublime charm that sent shivers down Jiang Ming's spine.

A kind of "flow" in an ineffable dimension constitutes an incredibly complex "catalogue" that also contains the ultimate simplicity.

“'The Origin of Chaos'…”

An inexplicable message flowed into Jiang Ming's mind, making him aware of the origin of what he had just gained.

This was different from the talents he had previously acquired; it could neither enhance Jiang Ming's combat power nor form a secret technique.

It seemed to be the final corner of the "Path of Chaos," allowing Jiang Ming to clearly see what "chaos" truly meant.

It cannot directly allow Jiang Ming to grasp 'chaos', but it can greatly enhance his perception, affinity, and comprehension of 'the laws of chaos' and even its superior 'the Great Dao of Chaos'.

What shocked Jiang Ming even more was that these "sources of chaos" seemed to contain some strange insights into the application of "fundamental laws" at a higher level, and the ten laws seemed to be fused together here.

"The end of the laws is 'chaos'?"

Jiang Ming was immersed in this 'chaotic' space, feeling the Dao rhythms that seemed to be the 'root of chaos', completely absorbed in it.

His understanding of the laws had already reached an extremely high level, and his mastery of the laws of space had reached perfection. He was only one last opportunity away from complete mastery.

But at this moment, within these 'sources of chaos,' Jiang Ming seemed to see the ultimate existence of laws.

"The path of laws is about constantly climbing upwards from the smallest point."
The ultimate goal of the laws is to fully comprehend the ten most fundamental laws—metal, wood, water, fire, earth, wind, lightning, light, time, and space—and then integrate them all into one, thus creating the 'Law of Chaos.'

Countless insights into fundamental principles flooded Jiang Ming's mind at that moment.

At this moment, Jiang Ming seemed to be observing the operation of the laws from a higher perspective.

He could vaguely sense that above these ten fundamental laws, there was a higher and more vast existence that was pointing him in the right direction.

Although Jiang Ming cannot reach it yet, the fact that he can see the road ahead is an extremely incredible thing.

"Although the laws of chaos are mysterious and unpredictable, the path for true gods to ascend is to pursue the ultimate laws of chaos."

But at the very foundation of everything are the Ten Fundamental Laws.

Jiang Ming's consciousness left the pursuit of 'chaos', even though he had seen the existence of 'chaotic laws' in the 'chaotic space'.

But now, his foundation is too weak. Seeing something doesn't mean he can learn it or understand it.

"However, being in this 'chaotic space' makes it much easier for me to comprehend the ten fundamental laws than before."

Thinking back to the feeling of having just comprehended the laws, Jiang Ming was also pleasantly surprised.

Consciousness resides within the 'chaotic space,' constantly sensing the aura of the supreme 'source of chaos.'

When Jiang Ming was comprehending the laws, he had a sense of being in a commanding position. What he usually found complex and difficult to understand became a simple arithmetic problem in his eyes, which could be solved simply by addition and subtraction.

After an unknown amount of time, that profound state of enlightenment slowly faded away.

Jiang Ming's will broke free from this 'chaotic space'.

Earth, the quiet room of the castle.

Jiang Ming slowly opened his eyes, his gaze seemingly swirling with endless laws, so profound it was breathtaking. "Crimson Flame, how many years have passed?"

He could sense that his immersion in the 'source of chaos' hadn't been just a matter of the past day or two.

"Master, twelve years have passed, and the first cosmic-level qualifying battle has ended."

"Master, the two you asked me to keep an eye on, Luo Feng and Ai Chen, have both successfully defeated numerous opponents in the qualifying battles and obtained the status of 'Primal Secret Realm Members'."

Chi Yan's voice rang in Jiang Ming's mind.

"Twelve years have already passed?"

Jiang Ming was somewhat dazed. The time he had actually experienced was already very long, but he was still a little surprised to hear Chi Yan's voice.

"It only feels like a day or two has passed."

This feeling was different from when he used the Wheel of Time to accelerate his comprehension. It was as if he was only focused on thinking about one question, and more than ten years had quietly passed.

"Master, the higher your realm, the stronger your life force and the longer your lifespan. Time will seem to grow shorter and shorter."

Like the old master, during her one period of seclusion, countless cosmic-level and domain-lord-level beings on Flame Abyss Star died of old age.

Only the Realm Lord could frequently see him during the years when the old master rarely went into seclusion.

A strong person, in a moment of enlightenment or contemplation of a problem, simply focuses a little more intently.

Perhaps life on a life-bearing planet has already gone through one cycle of reincarnation.

“Master, you have received a total of 781 emails over the past twelve years.”

Chi Yan then continued.

With a thought, Jiang Ming finished reading through each email.

Of the 781 emails, 515 were from Aichen.

Virtual universe, Yu Xiangshan.

Under the cover of night, Yuxiang Mountain was shrouded in a hazy starlight, with the moonlight gently falling.

Within Jiang Ming's manor in the primitive area, tranquility and peace prevail.

A beautiful figure quietly appeared at the entrance of the manor. She had fair skin, a delicate face, and a pair of eyes that seemed to speak. She was Ai Chen, who had just finished the qualifying battle and successfully advanced to the Primal Secret Realm.

She hesitated slightly, as if confirming something, then took a deep breath and stepped into the manor.

The intelligent life form, Crimson Flame, did not stop her; instead, it guided her inside.

The door to the training room slid open silently, and Jiang Ming was standing on the terrace, his back to the door, gazing at the virtual starry river in the distance.

Sensing the movement behind him, Jiang Ming turned around and saw Ai Chen. A barely perceptible tenderness flashed in his eyes.

"Congratulations on becoming a 'Primal Realm Member'."

Jiang Ming stepped forward and came to Ai Chen's side.

Compared to you, my achievements are nothing, but I finally feel that I am a little bit closer to you.

Ai Chen knew in her heart that she would never have achieved what she had without Jiang Ming's help.

He might fall from the 'Primordial Secret Realm' to the 'Heaven and Earth Secret Realm', just like other geniuses of his generation.

"Get closer to me? That's not easy!"

Jiang Ming raised an eyebrow slightly, his gaze falling on Ai Chen.

Under Jiang Ming's gaze, Ai Chen blushed slightly, but did not avoid Jiang Ming's eyes.

"It's not easy. You're moving too fast. It's so hard for me to keep up."

Ai Chen stuck out her tongue at Jiang Ming and said in a playful tone.

(End of this chapter)