I became light in American comics.

Chapter 684 After the Origin

"For many years, New Genesis has been the place most closely connected to the Equation of Life."

"We have always believed that we are the masters of the life equation after the creation of our multiverse, but now I realize that we were wrong."

The Most High Father took up his scepter and spoke slowly.

"We are not the controllers, but merely the custodians. We safeguard this power only to hand it over to the right person when the time is right and it is needed."

"Do you think I am?" Shen You asked. "You don't fully understand me; this is a dangerous gamble."

"We have no other choice. The multiverse has entered the countdown to life," said the Most High Father. "And I have already learned enough."

Believe me, I have lived for countless years and fought against my brother Darkseid by every means possible. When I meet someone I can trust, I can tell at a glance.

And you are the most radiant being I have ever seen, and more importantly, you have gained the recognition of the Spirit of Being. The Spirit of Being is directly connected to the Equation of Life, so perhaps if it were you, you could gain the recognition of the 'Source'.”

He paused, then said solemnly.

"But I still need to tell you that even with my protection, it's still very dangerous. Maybe it's a one-way ticket, maybe it will be, maybe you'll never be able to come back from behind this wall."

"Thanks for the reminder. But what's that saying again?"

Shen You smiled.

"Never enter the tiger's den."

"I think so too." The Heavenly Father said nothing more, only waved his hand, "Activate the system, and then wish our noble ally good luck."

The equipment created by New Star Technology had already been set up by the new gods here. The Heavenly Father waved his scepter, and his unique energy was poured into it, quickly transforming into a shield that covered Shen You's entire body.

New Genesis has never given up on exploring the Origin, and this equipment was developed for that purpose. But even with all their technology, traveling to and from the Origin Wall remains theoretically almost impossible.

Shen You switched to a form that combined light and darkness, and with the blessing of the Heavenly Father, his body was filled with electric light as he rushed into the hole in the Origin Wall.

The moment you rush into it, the whole world seems to disappear before your eyes.

The entire universe, the stars, all the light—everything vanished before my eyes. Then came endless darkness, followed by a sudden flash of light.

Without warning, even he was so blinded by the light that he couldn't open his eyes.

The next moment, he felt a warm current sweep over him, engulfing his consciousness until it melted into him and completely dissipated.

Shen You was unsure how long his blackout had lasted.

He only vaguely felt that a long time had passed and a lot had happened.

When he slowly opened his eyes again and his vision returned, a warm and familiar light was already shining down. Invisible light particles were flowing slowly into the timer crystal on his chest, making him feel at ease and comfortable.

This feels like home.

"You're awake."

When he turned around, he was greeted by his superior, Director Hikari of the Science and Technology Bureau.

"Chief!" He sat up in surprise.

"Don't get agitated, kid. You've only just recovered. Give your body some time." Hikari supported him. "You've done more than enough. You've made us all proud."

You defeated an almost impossible opponent, saved countless universes, and immeasurable lives. But it's over. Now you can rest.

He turned his head and saw that a large number of Ultra Warriors had gathered in the room where he was.

Among them were his colleagues from the Science and Technology Bureau, his former friends from school, and even some bigwigs from the security force who he hadn't had much contact with in the past, who were like the Ultra Brothers.

Shen You was taken aback: "This is the Land of Light, I already... but I can't remember. Did I win?"

"Yes, fortunately we arrived in time at the last minute. That anti-surveillance agent was indeed very strong; it had been a long time since the garrison had mobilized so many people to fight such a large-scale battle."

And your friends from another world have come too, those colorful light show guards? And those humans with extraordinary powers.”

"Uh, actually those light shows are called the Color Light Legion."

That makes it sound like it really is over.

The anti-monitor was defeated, the crisis on Infinite Earths was averted, and he finally returned to the Land of Light as he had wished.

There's no place like home. It's so warm and peaceful here; there's no need to fight anymore.

Wait, that's not right.

He shook his head vigorously.

"No, the war isn't over yet. I'm heading to the other side of the Origin Wall; I'm searching for... the Equation of Life."

"What are you talking about?" Hikari asked, puzzled. "The battle is over, the anti-monitors have been eliminated."

But he ultimately didn't finish his sentence.

Black and white energy erupted from his body, and everything in its path turned into an illusion. His teacher, friends, home, and everything behind him vanished into thin air.

"It was a dream."

He finally managed to open his eyes again, his body floating in a golden void.

"No, it wasn't a dream; that was your life."

Shen You heard the sound and turned around.

The endless golden energy flowed and transformed into the shape of a human figure. A huge face materialized into the image of a majestic old man with a flowing beard.

He recognized him.

That is the Heavenly Father, the Most High Heavenly Father.

But this is different from the image of the Heavenly Father that just brought him in. This is the early image of the Heavenly Father in the pre-reboot DC comics.

That Godfather, who is far more powerful than Darkseid and exists on a multiverse level.

"The Most High Father?" Shen You asked. "Then what's that outside?"

"That is who I am now, or rather, the new individual who has taken my place. You can see us as the same person in different forms of existence, but he is now the Most High Father, while I have long since passed away."

The Heavenly Father said calmly.

"The multiverse is an endless cycle. After destruction comes rebirth, and the future of rebirth will eventually bring new destruction. I have already perished along with the cycle of a certain universe, and in the new universe, there will always be beings that take our place."

Shen You understood.

This refers to the DC's constant rebooting mechanic. Indeed, using N52 as a dividing line, the image of the Celestial Father before and after the reboot is different. Before the reboot, the Celestial Father was so powerful that he could even resurrect those who had been annihilated by Darkseid's Omega, possessing authority comparable to a supreme being. However, after the reboot, the Celestial Father was chased all over the universe by a puppet-like Omega.

"But you look alive," Shen You said.

However, the bearded Godfather shook his head.

"I died long ago. The only reason I've manifested now is because you possess the power bestowed upon you by the me of the new world. And that's why I know your plans and what you want."

The Father looked down at him and said.

"You want the Equation of Life, right? You think this power can save the universe from destruction, and you are right."

Perhaps you've already discovered that the world behind the wall is entirely composed of 'Source'. And within this 'Source' that permeates and flows throughout this space, the Equation of Life is omnipresent.

(End of this chapter)