Life and Sinking were both summaries of a bygone age, while Order was the true beginning of civilization.
What set it apart from the six true gods before it was that it had truly descended with Origin's hopes for civilization. That was why its power was so formidable, allowing it to sweep across the entire universe alone.
Of course, War's assistance had been indispensable. It was simply unclear how much War had contributed to this God War.
Cheng Shi understood. He nodded at the Codex and spoke again:
"I understand. It's just as I thought: His hopes gave you such immense power.
"But, Lord Codex, don't you think this moment resembles that moment? The supreme one granted you the power of Order, and you repaid Him with the vision of order throughout the universe. So why not follow His example and grant me the power of Order, allowing me to repay you with a vision of order?
"When the time comes, I'll be like you, carrying expectations from above and making the song of Order resound throughout the universe.
"This is undoubtedly the best way for you to draw closer to Him, isn't it?"
The Codex slowly closed all its pages. Its aura grew solemn, clearly entering the final stage of deliberation.
It was tempted. Thus, it asked:
"What do you want from me?"
Without even thinking, Cheng Shi blurted out, "Authority!"
As soon as the word left his mouth, the aura around the Codex instantly tensed, then contracted. It looked like an irritated investor had flipped over the negotiation table and walked out of the nauseating conference room.
Seeing that things had gone awry, Cheng Shi's expression changed, and he hurriedly amended his words:
"...That's obviously not quite appropriate.
"A transaction should proceed step by step. If you generously