Chapter 255: A Faction Creation

[: 3rd POV :]

Daniel looked toward the endless sky beyond the Grand Hall, his gaze seemingly piercing through space itself.

His voice was calm.

Yet every word carried absolute certainty.

"I just want to know..."

"Do I have the right to create a Faction?"

For a brief moment...rhe Universe itself became silent.

Then, the familiar voice echoed throughout Daniel’s consciousness.

Unlike before, its voice was weaker from the immense exhaustion it had suffered.

Even so...its excitement remained impossible to hide.

[: Marvelous! :]

[: Absolutely marvelous, Daniel Valenhardt! :]

[: What a truly wonderful reminder! :]

[: It appears We have become so exhausted that We nearly overlooked something so important! :]

Daniel slowly blinked.

"...System."

The System immediately replied.

[: I know. :]

[: It almost sounds as though the Will of the Universe is being sarcastic. :]

[: Although I am almost certain it is completely unintentional. :]

Daniel could not help letting out a small laugh.

"I suppose even the Universe can forget things."

The System answered almost immediately.

[: Considering it sacrificed most of its energy and two thirds of its life force... :]

[: I believe We should overlook this minor mistake. :]

The Will of the Universe continued.

[: Daniel Valenhardt... :]

[: You who have surpassed every known requirement... :]

[: You who have shaken the very foundation of fate... :]

[: You who have obtained the recognition of the Universe... :]

[: You who have been acknowledged as the Bearer of Singularity... :]

[: You have long since earned the qualification to establish your own Faction. :]

Its majestic voice resonated like countless worlds speaking in unison.

[: Therefore... :]

[: What do you wish to name your Faction? :]

Daniel remained silent.

At that moment, the System suddenly spoke.

[: Daniel... :]

[: Do not answer too quickly. :]

His expression became thoughtful.

"What do you mean?"

The System’s voice became far more serious than before.

[: A Faction’s name is not merely a title. :]

[: It is not something created simply because it sounds impressive. :]

[: Throughout the endless history of the Universe... :]

[: Names have always possessed meaning. :]

[: They carry authority. :]

[: They carry identity. :]

[: They carry destiny. :]

Daniel quietly listened.

[: Take the name ’Unravelers’ for example. :]

[: The moment countless ancient beings hear that name... :]

[: Fear instinctively appears within their hearts. :]

[: Some refuse to even utter it aloud. :]

[: Others immediately activate defensive formations upon hearing it. :]

[: That single name alone has become a symbol capable of shaking the entire Universe. :]

The System paused briefly.

Then it continued.

[: There are names forbidden to speak. :]

[: There are names capable of inspiring hope. :]

[: There are names that can turn an ordinary mortal into a devoted believer willing to sacrifice everything. :]

[: There are even names that naturally strengthen those who carry them. :]

Daniel narrowed his eyes slightly.

"So a name itself possesses power."

[: Correct. :]

[: Depending upon the existence of its founder... :]

[: Depending upon the achievements behind that name... :]

[: Depending upon the authority accumulated throughout history... :]

[: A single name can become a legend. :]

[: Or it can become an eternal nightmare. :]

The System’s voice grew heavier.

[: Therefore... :]

[: The name of your Faction should never be chosen lightly. :]

[: It will become the root of your people. :]

[: It will become the symbol engraved upon countless generations. :]

[: It will become the banner your followers proudly raise during war. :]

[: It will become the name your enemies fear. :]

[: It will become the identity that defines your entire legacy. :]

Daniel slowly lowered his gaze.

"Then..."

"What should I name it?"

The System answered gently.

[: That... :]

[: Is something only you can decide. :]

[: Because a Faction’s name is the embodiment of its founder. :]

[: It represents your Origin. :]

[: Your ideals. :]

[: Your purpose. :]

[: Your beliefs. :]

[: The reason you chose to walk this path in the first place. :]

Silence followed.

Daniel slowly closed his eyes.

"My entire existence..."

He quietly repeated those words.

Then...

His mind wandered.

It drifted through memories buried deep within his soul.

His previous life.

A life filled with limitations.

A life where strength determined everything.

A life where freedom was merely an illusion.

Then...

His current life.

The people he met.

The family he gained.

The companions who chose to stand beside him.

The worlds he had protected.

The responsibilities now resting upon his shoulders.

One memory after another flowed through his mind like an endless river.

Eventually...

Everything converged into a single answer.

Freedom.

That had always been his goal.

To obtain true freedom.

Freedom from fate.

Freedom from the gods.

Freedom from destiny.

Freedom from those who believed they possessed the right to decide another’s future.

But...as Daniel continued thinking...

He realized something.

Freedom alone...was no longer enough.

His eyes slowly opened.

Within those golden eyes burned an overwhelming conviction.

"I do not merely want freedom."

He spoke quietly.

"I want something greater."

He stood up slowly.

His aura unconsciously caused the surrounding space to tremble ever so slightly.

"I want a Faction where no law can bind us."

"No rule can restrain us."

"No destiny can dictate our future."

"No limit can define our potential."

His voice gradually became firmer.

"I want a Faction that stands above every throne."

"Above every Pantheon."

"Above every Sovereign."

"Above every law created since the birth of the Universe."

"I want my people to become the first existence others think of when they hear the word supremacy."

"I want allies to feel absolute safety beneath our banner."

"And I want enemies to abandon all hope the moment they hear our name."

His golden eyes shone brilliantly.

"There shall be none before us."

"There shall be none beyond us."

"We shall become the first."

"And if necessary..."

"We shall also become the last."

"A true supremacy."

"A true legion."

"An existence that no one would ever dare challenge."

He slowly exhaled.

Then another thought surfaced within his mind.

A name.

One that carried not only his ambition...

But also his identity.

His surname.

Valenhardt.

A name that had become part of who he was.

Daniel’s lips slowly curved upward.

At that moment...

He had finally found it.

The perfect name.

Daniel slowly opened his eyes.

The countless thoughts flowing through his mind gradually settled

A faint smile appeared on his face.

He looked toward the Grand Hall.

"All right."

"Will of the Universe..."

"I have made my decision."

The moment those words were spoken, the Will of the Universe immediately responded.

Its weakened voice still carried an authority capable of reaching every corner of existence.

[: What is your choice, Daniel Valenhardt? :]

Daniel took a slow breath.

His golden eyes shone with unwavering conviction.

"My Faction..."

"It shall be known as..."

"Vahl’Zareth."

For a brief moment...

The Universe became silent.

Daniel continued speaking.

"Vahl’Zareth is more than a name."

"It is a declaration."

"It represents an existence that surpasses freedom."

"It stands beyond laws."

"It transcends rules."

"It rejects limits."

"It is a name that shall never bow before fate."

"It is a name that no authority shall ever suppress."

"It is a name that no supremacy shall ever eclipse."

His voice became increasingly resolute.

"Its banner shall become the symbol of absolute supremacy."

"Its people shall never kneel."

"Its enemies shall never stand above it."

He slowly raised his head.

"And to those who bear ill intent..."

"They shall not even possess the qualification to utter its name."

"They shall not possess the right to gaze upon its glory."

"Such is the meaning..."

"Of Vahl’Zareth."

Silence.

There was utter silence.

Then...

The Will of the Universe spoke.

Its voice...spread across galaxies, dimensions, hidden realms, forbidden lands, every layer of existence, every world, every civilization, every god, every ancient being and every creature sleeping since the beginning of time.

All of them heard the same voice.

The same declaration.

The same announcement.

The Universe itself trembled.

Stars flickered.

Countless dimensions rippled.

The River of Time momentarily slowed.

The Laws of Reality resonated together.

Even Fate itself seemed to pause for a single instant.

Then...the announcement descended.

[: Hear this, all beings beneath the Universe. :]

[: A new Faction has been born. :]

[: Vahl’Zareth has been established. :]

BOOM!

An invisible wave swept across the entire Universe.

Every existence felt it.

It was not pressure.

Nor killing intent.

It was...

Recognition.

The birth of a brand new authority.

Within the Pantheon of Olympus.

One ancient god slowly opened his eyes.

"...A new Faction?"

His brows furrowed.

"Who possesses the qualifications?"

Inside the Heavenly Court.

An old immortal quietly placed down the teacup in his hand.

"The Universe..."

"After all these years a faction has been born?"

Several immortals immediately stood.

"This should not be possible."

Within the Nether Realm.

A terrifying existence seated upon a throne of bones slowly smiled.

"Hahaha..."

"Interesting."

"A new player has entered the board."

"I wonder how long they will survive."

Deep inside an ancient Sect.

An old cultivator who had remained in closed cultivation for millions of years suddenly opened his eyes.

"The Dao..."

"It trembled."

"What exactly happened?"

Within the High Human Faction.

Several elders looked toward the heavens simultaneously.

"A new Faction?"

"Who granted them recognition?"

"The Universe itself?"

Countless hidden Sovereigns slowly raised their heads.

Their expressions became solemn.

"Another Sovereign level force?"

"No..."

"It feels different."

Several Monarchs frowned deeply.

"The timing is terrible."

"The Universe has become restless."

Inside the Demon Faction.

One enormous demon laughed excitedly.

"Hahaha!"

"Good!"

"It has been ages since something entertaining happened.".

Within the Blue Sea Faction.

Ancient sea beasts emerged from beneath endless oceans.

"The currents..."

"They have changed."

Inside countless forbidden lands.

Sleeping creatures awakened one after another.

"Who..."

"Has shaken the Universe?"

Even the hidden observers watching from beyond ordinary dimensions attempted to investigate.

Ancient divine senses spread across reality.

They searched.

They calculated.

They observed.

Yet...

Nothing.

Every attempt failed.

"...Impossible."

"I cannot see it."

"It is hidden."

"No..."

"It is completely beyond my perception."

One ancient existence frowned.

"I cannot even locate its Origin."

Another slowly closed his eyes.

"The Universe itself is concealing it."

A third quietly muttered.

"Or perhaps..."

"It is no longer something even the Universe wishes others to observe."

Curiosity spread.

Suspicion spread.

Excitement spread.

Fear spread.

Some smiled.

Some frowned.

Some became wary.

Some immediately ordered investigations.

Some chose to remain silent.

Others...

Felt an instinctive sense of danger.

Then...

The Will of the Universe spoke once more.

[: Vahl’Zareth has been officially recognized by the Universe. :]

[: Its existence has been engraved within the Records of the Universe. :]

[: Its authority has been acknowledged. :]

[: Its Origin has been established. :]

The announcement echoed endlessly.

Then came the final declaration.

[: Daniel Valenhardt... :]

[: You who established Vahl’Zareth... :]

[: You who founded a new path... :]

[: You who carry its Origin... :]

[: From this moment onward... :]

[: You are recognized as the First Progenitor of Vahl’Zareth. :]

[: Your name shall forever remain recorded as the Founder, Origin, and Eternal Progenitor of Vahl’Zareth. :]

The moment those words were spoken...

An invisible authority descended upon Daniel.

It was neither power nor energy.

It was recognition.

The acknowledgment of the Universe itself.

From that moment onward...

Whenever the name ’Vahl’Zareth’ was spoken...

It would no longer merely refer to a Faction.

It would symbolize the beginning of a new supreme authority.

An authority whose Founder...

Had already begun changing the fate of the entire Universe.