We agreed to set sail, so you'd become the ruler of the deep sea?

Chapter 516 [Controlling the Apostles] [Mirror of All Laws]

Upon hearing this, Vivian couldn't help but clench her fists: "This is too dangerous!"

"Danger?"

Elna chuckled: "The Black Calamity is approaching; time is running out."

"Either become the [Dominator], or... perish along with the entire [Secret Sea]."

Xia En was silent for a moment, then looked up with a firm gaze.

"What should I do?"

Elna nodded in satisfaction: "First, you must pass the 'Law Certification' to prove that you are qualified to participate in the competition."

"Secondly..."

She raised her hand and pointed, and a ray of starlight entered Xia En's brow.

"This is part of the map of the Tower of All Laws, as well as some opponents you need to be wary of."

Several figures instantly flashed through Xia En's mind—

A majestic man riding a golden chariot, surrounded by blazing flames of law;
A mechanical life form, its body covered with ancient runes;

There was also a mysterious figure shrouded in shadow, with endless darkness spreading beneath his feet...

Upon seeing this last figure, Xia En's pupils constricted, and he was deeply shaken.

"This aura... could it be..."

From the other person, Shane sensed a mysterious power that was both filthy and dark.

How could he be unfamiliar with this power?
That is... the power of [Evil Fate]!

Before knowing about the God of Blindness and Folly and the Black Calamity, the Filthy Fate was the most terrifying and dreadful enemy that Shane had ever imagined.

He not only invaded countless [secret realms], but also extracted their corrupting power, using it as nourishment to grow stronger.

His corrupt apostles alone have caused unrest throughout the seven seas.

This led to the "world-ending flood".

The secret guides of the entire world, despite their best efforts, could not defeat him.

Although Shane has now defeated the [Great Sin Apostle] and the [Corruption Apostle].

However, Xia En still had no confidence whatsoever when facing [Hui Si Ming].

The gap in strength between the two sides is currently insurmountable.

And right now, this being with [filthy secret power] is actually one of the chosen candidates for [Dominator]?

Xia En simply asked directly, "Will [Hui Si Ming] also participate in this selection?"

Elna replied, "It seems you have a significant connection with this deity."

"However, it was not the original body of [Hui Si Ming] that obtained the [Dominator Law]."

"It is not so much an incarnation of His, but an avatar of His, who calls himself the 'Apostle of Control'."

Hearing this, Xia En couldn't help but ask.

"You should also have heard about what the [Hui Si Ming] did in the past."

"Countless secret realms were destroyed because of Him. Can such an evil god really control the Laws of Domination?"

Elna's starry eyes flickered slightly, her voice carrying a hint of helplessness.

"The 'Law of Domination' chooses its master not based on good or evil."

"It selects based on potential and compatibility."

"And that [Controlling Apostle] truly embodies the 'rule' aspect of the [Sovereign Law]."

Shaun frowned: "So, we not only have to compete with other candidates, but also guard against a scheme by an incarnation of an evil god?"

"That's exactly right."

Elna raised her hand and tapped lightly, and a detailed image of the [Control Apostle] appeared on the star map—

It was a figure shrouded in grayish-purple mist, with a vaguely human outline, and seven constantly rotating filthy runes floating behind it.

"Based on our observations, [Controlling the Apostles] has already devoured two candidates."

"Its strength ranks among the top three of all candidates."

Vivian looked at Shane with concern: "This is too dangerous."

String Song clenched his fist: "Captain, we can leave here first and come back when we're stronger."

Xia En shook his head, his gaze resolute: "No, this is precisely our opportunity."

He turned to Elna: "If I can defeat the [Control Apostle], will I be able to obtain the [Sovereign Law] within it?"

Elna gave an approving smile.

"Theoretically, that's true."

"But I must remind you, the competition within the Tower of All Laws is not simply a matter of physical strength."

"More importantly, it's about understanding and mastering the essence of the laws."

She took a shimmering star core from her sleeve: "This is for you."

"It can temporarily conceal your [Dominator] aura, preventing other candidates from detecting it too early."

Xia En took the star core and felt a cool energy flow into his body, enveloping the hazy [Dominator Law].

Thank you.

Elna nodded slightly: "Go ahead, the Trial Square is now open."

"Remember, after verification, proceed directly to the seventh floor of the Tower of All Laws."

"You'll find what you need there."

Leaving the planetarium, all three felt somewhat heavy-hearted.

"Captain," Xiange couldn't help but ask, "are we really going to get involved in this dangerous competition?"

Xia En's gaze was firm: "We have no choice."

"The Black Calamity is approaching, and the apostles of the Filthy Fate are also watching with predatory eyes."

Only by obtaining the complete [Sovereign Law] can we protect everything we cherish.

Vivian whispered, "I will always be by your side."

Xia En took her hand: "I know."

……

The Trial Plaza is located directly in front of the Tower of All Laws. It is a huge circular platform with complex law patterns engraved on its surface.

At this moment, dozens of powerful individuals from different secret realms have gathered on the platform.

They were either meditating alone or chatting in small groups, and a tense atmosphere permeated the air.

As soon as Xia En and his two companions stepped into the plaza, they felt several probing gazes sweep over them.

"Look over there."

Strings whispered a reminder.

Following her gaze, Shane saw a group of figures dressed in dark red robes—the very same followers of the [God of Blind Fools] he had met yesterday.

They were performing some kind of ritual around a suspended crystal ball.

Even more unsettling, Shane noticed a figure shrouded in gray-purple mist standing at the edge of the square.

[Control the Apostles]!
Although the fog obscured its face, Shane could sense that it was being watched.

"Don't look at it."

Vivian warned in a low voice, "That fog has a mind-polluting effect."

Xia En looked away and led the two toward the certification area.

The certification process is overseen by three silver-robed envoys, and each applicant is required to demonstrate their unique understanding of the law.

Ahead of Shane was a powerful individual who controlled flames.

As he moved his hands, the flames transformed into countless tiny birds, each one lifelike and even capable of emitting clear chirps.

"The laws have been made concrete; that's good."

A silver-robed messenger commented, "Passed."

When it was Xia En's turn, all three envoys focused their attention on him.

“Demonstrate your laws.”

"That's what the envoy in the middle said."

Xia En took a deep breath and instead of directly using the [Dominator Law], he activated the [Void Law], which he had the highest level of control over within his body.

As Xia En thought for a moment, the surrounding air began to distort and deform. Dark cracks appeared around him, like shattered mirrors, refracting countless different angles of the [Sea of ​​Stars].

Even more astonishingly, these cracks were not static, but pulsated slowly with Shane's breathing, as if they were alive.

"The Laws of Void?"

The silver-robed envoy on the left raised an eyebrow slightly. "Your level of control is very high, but it's not enough to qualify you for entry into the Tower of All Laws."

Xia En was not surprised; he had anticipated that relying solely on the [Law of Void] would be insufficient to pass the certification.

So, he quietly activated a trace of the power of the [Law of Domination].

In an instant, those dark cracks suddenly expanded, transforming into a hazy gray domain that enveloped the entire certification area.

Within the domain, all laws seemed to submit to Shane's will.

Even the fluctuations of law emanating from the three silver-robed envoys froze briefly!

"This is……"

The silver-robed envoy in the middle narrowed his eyes slightly, his voice tinged with disbelief.

"Law Domination?!"

The envoy on the right stood up abruptly, staring intently at Xia En: "You... have touched the threshold of [Dominator]?"

Xia En did not answer directly, but slowly withdrew his power, allowing the domain to gradually dissipate.

Am I qualified to attend the seminar?

The three envoys exchanged a glance, then nodded in unison.

"of course."

The silver-robed messenger in the middle took out a silver-white token and handed it to Xia En.

"With this token, you can directly enter the seventh floor of the Tower of All Laws without having to pass any other tests."

Xia En took the token and sensed the spatial coordinates contained within it, which was the seventh-level entrance that Elna had mentioned.

"Thank you."

He nodded slightly, then turned and left with Vivian and Xuan Ge.

However, after taking only a few steps, Xia En noticed a cold gaze fixed on him.

He glanced around discreetly and noticed that the [Controlling Apostle] was slowly approaching him!
The grayish-purple mist writhed like a living thing, and wherever it passed, traces of decay faintly appeared on the ground.

"Captain Shane..."

The dragon wings of the stringed song trembled slightly, and it gave a soft reminder.

"Don't panic."

Xia En remained calm, but secretly he had already activated the [Law of Domination], ready to deal with any possible attack.

However, just as the [Control Apostle] was only a few meters away from the three of them, a dazzling silver light suddenly descended from the sky, forming a barrier between them!
Private fights are prohibited within the Starry Sea.

A detached voice rang out.

Xia En looked up and saw a silver-armored guard hovering in mid-air, holding a halberd, coldly staring at the [Control Apostle].

The latter remained silent for a moment, then a hoarse chuckle came from the mist.

"Of course... we're just... saying hello."

After saying that, it slowly retreated and re-entered the crowd.

But Xia En could feel that the eyes hidden behind the mist were still staring intently at him.

"It recognizes you."

Vivian said softly.

"Ah."

Xia En's gaze darkened slightly. "However, it doesn't dare to make a move within the [Star Sea] for the time being."

"We need to hurry."

Xia En gripped the silver token in his hand and whispered, "Let's go to the seventh floor of the Tower of Ten Thousand Laws first."

The three quickly left the trial square and headed towards the towering silver-white tower.

As they drew closer, the pressure of the laws emanating from the Tower of All Laws grew stronger.

The runes on the tower's surface flowed like living things, each flash seeming to tell some ancient truth.

At the entrance to the tower, two silver-armored guards checked Shane's token and then respectfully stepped aside.

"Please come with me."

One of the guards led them into the tower.

The moment you step into the tower, the surrounding scenery changes abruptly.

I had expected a narrow staircase or corridor, but instead I was greeted by a vast starry sky!
They seemed to be at the center of the universe, surrounded by countless stars that moved along mysterious trajectories.

"This is……"

String Song opened her eyes wide in surprise.

"The interior space of the Tower of All Laws is folded."

The guard explained, "Each level is an independent domain of laws."

He took out an astrolabe and gently turned it.

The surrounding stars immediately began to recombine, forming a dazzling passage of light.

"This passage will take you directly to the seventh floor."

The guard stopped. "This is the best I can do for you. Good luck."

"However, according to the rules, only the person holding the token can enter this passage."

Xia En frowned slightly and looked at Vivian and Xiange.

The guard added, "They can wait in the rest area on the sixth floor."

Vivian squeezed Shane's hand: "Go ahead, we'll wait for you here."

Although somewhat reluctant, Xiange nodded and said, "Captain, be careful."

Xia En took a deep breath and stepped into the passage of light alone.

In an instant, the world was spinning.

When he regained his footing, he found himself in a completely different space.

There is no floor or ceiling here, only countless suspended silver platforms connected by light bridges.

Each platform displays different items—

Some were ancient texts, some were strange magical artifacts, and some were unknown substances radiating powerful energy.

In the very center of the space, a huge mirror floated, its frame covered with runes that Shane had never seen before.

"That is……"

As Shane was about to go to the mirror, a gentle voice suddenly rang out.

"Welcome to the seventh floor, candidate."

Xia En turned around abruptly and saw an old man in a silver-white robe appear behind him at some point.

The old man had white hair and beard, a kind face, but his eyes were like two miniature stars, radiating a mysterious light.

The most striking thing is...

There was a gray rune between his eyebrows that was extremely similar to the [Dominator Law] within Xia En's body!

"you are?"

"Shane asked warily."

The old man smiled slightly: "I am one of the guardians of this tower; you can call me 'Stargazer'."

"The [Dominator Law] within you is still young, but it has good potential."

Xia En was startled: "You can see right through me?"

"Few secrets can be hidden in front of this mirror."

The stargazer pointed to the giant mirror in the center: "That is the 'Mirror of All Laws,' which can reflect the essence of the laws."

"Come with me."

He led Shane to the giant mirror.

Upon closer inspection, Shane discovered that the mirror was not ordinary glass, but a flowing silver substance with ripples appearing on its surface from time to time, like liquid stars.

(End of this chapter)