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In the aftermath of the Great Cataclysm, the concept of Godhood no longer exists. While the Nine Kings' positions can be inherited, they are not divine positions.

Furthermore, after the Cataclysm, the Kings came first, followed by the Kingly positions. And you, Asmond, have not yet become a King.

Asmond was stunned. The information the Empress provided him was completely different from what Proyette had told him.

Tairrella has only existed for a little over 300 years, and the records of King-level beings are scarce. Asmond wasn't sure if the current situation was truly different from ancient times.

Asmond suddenly felt that if what the Empress said was true, then his previous preparations seemed meaningless.

"The meaning of 'Kings came first, followed by Kingly positions' is that we can cultivate to the King level ourselves? Then what's the point of the so-called Nine Kings' positions?"

"The Kingly positions certainly have meaning, because if you want to become a King, you need the power of Third-Level Rules to break through the barrier of life's essence.

The power of Third-Level Rules is still too difficult for you."

Asmond pondered the Empress's tone and meaning. Third-Level Rule power is too difficult for them, implying that it wouldn't be difficult for the Empress herself to possess Third-Level Enhancement power? Or perhaps it was very simple?

Asmond was very unwilling. He had done so much to reach the King level and didn't want to give up so easily.

"What is the power of Third-Level Rules? Can Your Majesty explain it to me?"

"The power of Third-Level Rules, ah. I'm not very good at explaining things logically, so let me demonstrate it for you."

The Empress extended her palm, and a ball of flame appeared in her hand.

"My ability is fire, which is well known. After the Cataclysm, the power of elemental fire has weakened significantly. This is the most basic fire power."

Subsequently, the flame in the Empress's palm became brighter.

"After reaching the limit of ordinary fire power, you need the blessing of external forces to break through, such as powerful magic, battle qi, or other methods.

As long as you can break through the limitations of the world's rules, you can use First-Level Rule power, which allows you to crudely use rules to enhance your combat power, such as a fire mage's Fireball.

Continuing upwards, you generate Second-Level Rule power. Generally speaking, when power reaches this level, its destructive power has reached its peak.

"Above that is the domain of Kings, also known as the power of Gods, Third-Level Rule power.

The essential destructive power of this power is actually no different from Second-Level Rule power. Their difference stems from the user.

The more powerful the user, the more powerful the effect of Third-Level Rule power. It not only destroys the original world's rules but also possesses its own set of rules.

Within one's own rules, anything one does is unstoppable. For example, my Third-Level Rule power is called Flame of Will."

"Flame of Will?"

"Yes, just like its name, the Flame of Will represents my will, burning everything for me. Whether it's time, space, or other attributes of energy, nothing can stop the Flame of Will.

Third-Level Rule power is very difficult to achieve. Without someone to guide you, it's impossible to reach even in a lifetime.

But once you master Third-Level Rule power, you've opened the door to the King level. Clearly, Asmond, you haven't done that yet."

Asmond swallowed. This should be considered important combat intelligence, right? The Empress revealed her ability to him so easily?

Was this trust in him, or some other reason? Did the Empress not care about people knowing her ability? Asmond didn't know.

"Your Majesty, since Third-Level Rule power is so difficult, how did Edward become a King?"

This was the question Asmond had been unable to figure out. Edward's talent was strong, that was true, but at best, it was similar to Katie's.

His only advantage over Katie was that he was a few years older. There was no reason why Edward could become a King while Katie couldn't.

"I knew you would ask that question. So, I'll tell you now that Edward's ability to become a King was my intention.

His talent was not bad, and his age was also suitable. Moreover, I needed an assistant to help me with things at the time.

So, I killed the then-Blue King and gave the Blue King's position to him, allowing him to experience the Third-Level Rule power of Frost, and allowing him to become the Blue King in the process."

Killed the previous generation Blue King, and then made someone else the new Blue King? What kind of concept was that?

Asmond didn't ask the Empress why she had let Edward become a King. That would seem foolish.

The Empress had told him so much; she shouldn't be advising him to give up, right? Asmond tentatively asked,

"Your Majesty, do you think I still have a chance?"

"You want to take me mountain climbing?"

"Mountain climbing? What do you mean?" Asmond wasn't sure why the Empress would ask that.

The Empress waved her hand casually.

"It's nothing. Mountain climbing is just for fun. Getting back to the point, your strength is not bad, but you still underestimate the power of a King.

Edward is very weak, known as the weakest King, but if you really fought, without a doubt, you would still lose, and you would lose miserably."

"I understand, Your Majesty, but I'm still unwilling. I have reached a point where I can no longer progress. Besides the position of King, I don't know what else I can pursue."

At this point, Asmond had finally opened up to the Empress, stating that he truly wanted to pursue the position of the Nine Kings.

"Edward is already the weakest King, yet he's still stronger than me. Does that mean I have no chance at all?"

The Empress shook her head again and explained:

"In the past, you really wouldn't have had much of a chance, but now, you still have a slight chance. It just depends on whether you can seize those opportunities."

Asmond's eyes lit up. In any situation, as long as a professional has the guidance of a renowned teacher, they will avoid many detours.

Although he was already a top-tier Transcendent, the Empress's strength and status still qualified her as Asmond's senior. With the Empress's guidance, he would naturally avoid many detours.

"Your Majesty, I am more worthy of your trust than Edward!"