Chapter 40: The Battle of the Eighth-Level Civilization! Acquisition of the Core of the Universe's Origin! Breakthrough to the Ninth-Level Civilization!

Deep in the 10th Universe, before the Core of Universal Origin.

A guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization, standing ten thousand meters tall, floated in the void. Its body was composed of pure Ninth-Level Law, radiating a pressure that made the entire Multiverse tremble.

[Guardian at the Peak of Level 8 Civilization]

[Level: Peak of Level 8 Civilization]

[Abilities: Ninth-Level Law Attack, Ninth-Level Law Shield, Spacetime Control, Law Annihilation]

[Guardian Target: Core of Universal Origin]

"Ninth-Level Law Attack..." Tian Jian's voice trembled. "This is power approaching a Level 9 Civilization."

Li Xue's face was also deathly pale: "Even though Lin Feng is a temporary peak Level 8 Civilization, he has no chance of winning against a Ninth-Level Law."

Lin Feng took a deep breath. He knew this was an impossible battle, but he had no room to retreat.

"I need to break through to a true peak Level 8 Civilization, not a temporary one," Lin Feng said in a low voice. "Otherwise, it's impossible to defeat him."

He looked at the 8 billion players and 1 million Void Warships behind him.

"Cover me. I need time to break through."

"Understood!" The voices of 8 billion players echoed in the void.

Phase 1: The Battle of Breakthrough

Lin Feng sat cross-legged in the void and began to mobilize all the power of the heart of the universe within him.

[Power of the heart of the universe activated]

[Temporary Level: Peak of Level 8 Civilization]

But Lin Feng knew that a temporary level was not enough. He needed to completely fuse the power of the heart of the universe into his soul and become an eternal power.

"heart of the universe, fuse with my soul."

[Fusion started]

[Fusion progress: 1%... 10%... 50%...]

Just then, the guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization launched an attack.

[Ninth-Level Law Attack]

A terrifying wave of Law power surged toward Lin Feng.

"Protect Lin Feng!" Tian Jian roared.

1 million Void Warships opened fire simultaneously, countless energy beams meeting the Ninth-Level Law Attack.

But the power of the Ninth-Level Law was too strong; the attacks of 1 million warships were like ants before the Ninth-Level Law.

Boom—!

100,000 warships were instantly evaporated by the Ninth-Level Law, and the remaining 900,000 were also severely damaged.

[Battle Damage Statistics]

Lost warships: 100,000

Players killed: 50 million

"Is... is this the power of a Ninth-Level Law?" Tian Jian looked at the devastated fleet, his voice filled with despair.

Lin Feng ignored the battle outside; he was fully focused on the fusion of his soul and the power of the heart of the universe.

[Fusion progress: 50% → 70% → 90% → 99%]

[Fusion complete]

[Level breakthrough: Temporary peak Level 8 Civilization → True peak Level 8 Civilization]

Lin Feng opened his eyes abruptly, and at this moment, eternal light flickered in them.

Phase 2: Head-on Confrontation

Lin Feng floated in the void, facing the guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization.

[Lin Feng Status: True peak Level 8 Civilization]

[Power of the heart of the universe: Eternal Fusion]

[Law Control: Perfect control over all Laws]

"Now, let's have a real showdown."

Lin Feng launched the first attack.

[Multiverse · Civilization End: Final Judgment]

A light blade surpassing Level 8 Civilization flashed by, but the guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization blocked the attack with a Ninth-Level Law Shield.

"The Ninth-Level Law Shield is indeed powerful," Lin Feng said in a low voice, "but it's not invincible."

He took a deep breath, mobilized the power of the heart of the universe, and activated a new skill.

[Law Annihilation · The End]

This was an attack capable of annihilating all Laws; it pierced directly through the Ninth-Level Law Shield and struck the body of the guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization.

Boom—!

Part of the guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization's body was annihilated.

[Guardian injuries: 10%]

"Interesting." The guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization spoke for the first time. "You can annihilate my Laws, but that is not enough."

He launched an even stronger attack.

[Ninth-Level Law Annihilation]

This attack was not only powerful but also capable of annihilating all Laws and energy.

Lin Feng used the power of the heart of the universe to block the attack, but he was also severely injured.

[Lin Feng injuries: 30%]

"Ninth-Level Law Annihilation..." Lin Feng took a deep breath. "Is this the power of a true peak Level 8 Civilization?"

Phase 3: Desperate Counterattack

The battle grew increasingly intense, with Lin Feng and the guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization constantly trading attacks.

But Lin Feng was gradually falling behind. The power of the Ninth-Level Law was too strong; even though he was a true peak Level 8 Civilization, he could not fully withstand it.

[Lin Feng injuries: 30% → 50% → 70% → 90%]

"I... I might lose." Lin Feng looked at his injuries, a trace of despair rising in his heart.

Just then, he saw the Core of Universal Origin.

[Core of Universal Origin]

[Level: Level 9 Civilization]

[Function: Provides infinite energy and Laws, supporting the continuous evolution of the universe]

"Core of Universal Origin..." Lin Feng muttered to himself. "If I can absorb its power, I can break through to a Level 9 Civilization."

He took a deep breath and made a crazy decision.

"I need to absorb the Core of Universal Origin right now."

"What?!" Tian Jian and Li Xue exclaimed in unison. "You're absorbing it now? The guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization won't allow it!"

"There's no time," Lin Feng said firmly. "Either I absorb it now, or I die in battle."

He began to absorb the power of the Core of Universal Origin.

[Absorption of Core of Universal Origin started]

[Absorption progress: 1%... 10%...]

The guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization sensed the abnormality and angrily launched its strongest attack.

[Ninth-Level Law Annihilation · Ultimate]

This was a Law attack capable of annihilating the entire Multiverse.

"Block it!" Tian Jian roared.

The remaining 800,000 Void Warships and 7.5 billion players formed the final line of defense, meeting the Ninth-Level Law Annihilation · Ultimate.

Boom—!

800,000 Void Warships and 7.5 billion players turned into dust instantly under the Ninth-Level Law Annihilation.

[Battle Damage Statistics]

Lost warships: 800,000

Players killed: 7.5 billion

Remaining players: 500 million

Remaining warships: 100,000

"Tian Jian... Li Xue..." Lin Feng watched the fleet and players disappear, a trace of sadness flashing in his eyes.

[Absorption progress: 10% → 30% → 50% → 70% → 90%]

The Ninth-Level Law Annihilation · Ultimate pierced through the last line of defense and surged toward Lin Feng.

"Just 10% left..." Lin Feng gritted his teeth. "I must succeed!"

He erupted with the final power of the heart of the universe while accelerating the absorption of the Core of Universal Origin.

[Absorption progress: 90% → 95% → 98% → 99% → 100%]

[Absorption complete]

[Core of Universal Origin fully fused]

[Level breakthrough: Peak of Level 8 Civilization → Level 9 Civilization]

The Ninth-Level Law Annihilation · Ultimate struck Lin Feng.

But this time, Lin Feng was not injured.

The Ninth-Level Law Annihilation was completely absorbed the moment it touched Lin Feng's body.

[Lin Feng Level: Level 9 Civilization]

Phase 4: The Power of a Level 9 Civilization

Lin Feng floated in the void, the pressure on him now surpassing the peak of Level 8 Civilization and reaching Level 9 Civilization.

[Level 9 Civilization Status]

[Health: ∞ (Universal Eternity)]

[Attack Power: Capable of annihilating the Multiverse]

[Defense: Ninth-Level Law Shield (Eternal)]

[Law Control: Complete control over all Laws, capable of creating Laws]

[Core of Universal Origin: Fully fused]

Lin Feng looked at the guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization, calm light flickering in his eyes.

"Now," he said in a low voice, "it's my turn."

The guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization showed a look of fear for the first time: "Level 9 Civilization... How could you break through to a Level 9 Civilization?"

"Because I absorbed the Core of Universal Origin," Lin Feng said calmly. "Now, I have also become the master of the universe."

He raised his hand and launched the ultimate attack of a Level 9 Civilization.

[Level 9 · Universe Annihilation]

A wave of Law power capable of annihilating the entire Multiverse surged out, directly covering the guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization.

The guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization let out a final roar and turned to dust under the Level 9 · Universe Annihilation.

[System Notification: Successfully killed the guardian at the peak of Level 8 Civilization]

[Items obtained: Level 9 Civilization Law Fragment × 1000]

[Core of Universal Origin: Fully fused]

[Lin Feng Level: Level 9 Civilization]

Phase 5: The True Power of a Level 9 Civilization

Lin Feng took a deep breath and began to explore the true power of a Level 9 Civilization.

He discovered that a Level 9 Civilization not only possessed powerful strength, but more importantly—

[Level 9 Civilization Abilities]

Universal Creation: Can create new universes and life.

Law Creation: Can create new Laws, replacing or enhancing existing ones.

Civilization Heritage: Can pass on the knowledge and power of the civilization to all descendants.

Multiverse Control: Can control the Laws and energy of the entire Multiverse.

Power of Universal Origin: Possesses infinite power of Universal Origin.

"Universal Creation..." Lin Feng muttered to himself. "I can create new universes and life."

He looked at the 800,000 warships and 7.5 billion players that had disappeared behind him, a trace of guilt rising in his heart.

"I can use the power of Universal Creation to resurrect them."

[Universal Creation started]

[Resurrection target: 800,000 Void Warships]

[Resurrection progress: 1%... 50%... 100%]

[800,000 Void Warships resurrected]

[Universal Creation continues]

[Resurrection target: 7.5 billion players]

[Resurrection progress: 1%... 50%... 100%]

[7.5 billion players resurrected]

Lin Feng took a deep breath, looking at the resurrected fleet and players, his heart filled with joy.

"I succeeded," he said in a low voice. "Not only did I break through to a Level 9 Civilization, but I also resurrected all the fallen players."

Phase 6: Upgrade of the Cross-Universe Civilization Alliance

Lin Feng returned to the headquarters of the Cross-Universe Civilization Alliance and announced a major piece of news.

"I have successfully broken through to a Level 9 Civilization," his voice spread throughout the entire Multiverse via the cross-universe communication network. "Now, we can truly resist the stagnation of cosmic Laws."

Cheers echoed throughout the Multiverse.

"Next," Lin Feng continued, "we will use the power of the Core of Universal Origin to help all alliance members break through to higher levels."

[Cross-Universe Civilization Alliance Upgrade Plan]

Goal: Elevate all alliance members to Level 7 Civilization

Method: Use the power of the Core of Universal Origin

Time: Estimated 100 days

[Upgrade started]

Days 1-10: Earth Civilization from peak Level 6 Civilization → Level 7 Civilization (Initial)

Days 11-20: Mechanical Civilization from peak Level 6 Civilization → Level 7 Civilization (Initial)

Days 21-30: Psionic Civilization from peak Level 6 Civilization → Level 7 Civilization (Initial)

Days 31-40: Biological Civilization from Level 5 Civilization → peak Level 6 Civilization

Days 41-50: 5 civilizations of the 4th Universe from Level 5 Civilization → peak Level 6 Civilization

Days 51-60: Upgrade of the Cross-Universe Civilization Alliance complete

After 100 days, all members of the Cross-Universe Civilization Alliance completed their upgrades.

[Upgrade of the Cross-Universe Civilization Alliance complete]

[Alliance members: 9 civilizations]

[Total Alliance Combat Power: 1 Level 9 Civilization (Lin Feng) + 8 Level 7 Civilizations]

[Alliance fleet: 10 million Void Warships]

[Alliance players: 80 billion]

Phase 7: The True Beginning of a New Era

Lin Feng stood on the high platform of the alliance headquarters, gazing at the starry sky.

He took a deep breath and announced a major piece of news to the entire Multiverse via the cross-universe communication network.

"From today on," his voice spread throughout the entire Multiverse, "we are no longer pawns bound by cosmic Laws."

"We possess the power of a Level 9 Civilization; we can create universes, we can control Laws, and we can determine our own destiny."

"The true meaning of the new era—"

He paused for a moment, then continued:

"—is a Multiverse that never needs to be rebooted."

"A Multiverse where all civilizations can continue to evolve and constantly transcend themselves."

"A Multiverse where all life can achieve happiness and freedom."

Cheers echoed throughout the Multiverse.

Lin Feng looked at the starry sky, a trace of determination flashing in his eyes.

"But our task is not yet finished," he continued. "Cosmic Laws still exist; they will eventually self-repair and attempt to reboot the universe."

"We need to establish an eternal defense system to ensure that cosmic Laws can never reboot it."

"This is our future goal, and it is also the responsibility of all civilizations."

"The New Era chapter has only just begun."