The Power of the Aspects

My reason is simple: I don't want Zoe to take the World Rune on a risky mission.

Although the Aspects cannot be killed, she is not very strong in combat. If she obtains the World Rune, she will inevitably seek revenge on Aatrox, and it will be even more troublesome if it is stolen from her!

Zoe seemed a little disappointed after seeing my response; perhaps she had figured out the reason, which is why she didn't persist.

However, I assured her that I would make good use of the Light Rune and eliminate all the Vastaya!

Zoe also promised to help when the time was right. She had recently discovered some new secrets about the Twilight Aspect, which, once mastered, might make them even more powerful than they are now.

Our two-week trip to Mount Targon has come to an end, and it wasn't quite what we expected.

The gods here aren't as powerful as you might imagine; they're just Aspects that don't disappear. Whenever a host dies, they seek out a new person with similar attributes to possess, which is quite similar to the Vastaya.

Of course, there may also be some powerful Aspects who prefer to roam the space rather than help humanity.

However, this operation was not without its rewards; we found a Light Rune, which will greatly improve our ability to fight the Vastaya.

It's time to go back, but a problem has arisen: I don't know how to leave.

Zoe noticed my predicament. "Are you stuck? Beg me!"

"Please, please help me?"

"I won't help! It's your fault for not giving me the Light Rune!"

"..."

This guy holds a grudge; looks like I'll have to flatter him a bit more.

Just as I was about to beg Zoe again, I suddenly saw two beams of light flash in the sky, one crimson gold and the other bright silver, falling like shooting stars onto Leona and Diana!

The two women fainted before they could even react, Varus quickly caught them to prevent them from falling.

"What's going on? Has someone launched an attack?" I couldn't help but become alert.

Zoe looked at them and smiled slightly, "It seems those two ultimately couldn't settle their differences and both perished."

Which two guys?

"Solar Aspect and Lunar Aspect."

"You mean the two Aspects hosts died, and they chose Leona and Diana?"

"That's right, those two have been fighting for years, with neither side gaining the upper hand. It seems they've both perished."

So that's what happened! The two weren't attacked at all; instead, they were chosen by the Aspects to become gods!

This is great news! I was worried we wouldn't find any strong help this time, but it seems like having these two is actually quite good!

When will they wake up?

"I don't know about that. This is the first time I've witnessed the birth of a new Aspects since I came to Mount Targon. I'm finally a senior now, haha..." Zoe seemed very excited.

"The first time? Has the War Aspect not found a suitable candidate yet?"

"No, no one else has climbed up here since Pantheon died. You are the first batch."

"Oh, no wonder. With a false world created by World Rune blocking the way, people have lost themselves and are unable to climb up here."

"Not only that, even if you manage to climb up, it's very difficult to be chosen. The War Aspect have very high requirements for their hosts!"

"I think I'm pretty good. My combat ability is decent, and my temperament is resilient enough. Why didn't the War Aspect choose me?"

"Stop being so vain! If you become War Aspect, the friendship between the Twilight Aspect and the War Aspect will be over!"

Zoe pouted, looking very angry. Of course, I was just joking. I'm already the Harbinger of Ionia; why would I still crave that kind of Divine Strength?

But fate is a strange thing sometimes, and this unintentional joke actually came true!

No sooner had I finished speaking than a streak of starlight flashed across the sky, instantly paralyzing my body!

Zoe looked at me incredulously and kicked me twice with her little feet. "Hey! Really?! You didn't actually become War Aspect, did you?"

I stared blankly at her, wanting to speak but unable to; this feeling lasted for quite a while before disappearing.

After regaining my freedom, all the fatigue from climbing Mount Targon disappeared, and I was filled with strength!

Is this the possession of War Aspect? It feels like nothing I've ever experienced before, but... aside from the increased power, there doesn't seem to be anything special about it?

It seems there's still a long way to go before we can guide this force. Oh well, we'll develop it slowly later!

I went to Zoe's side. "I'm sorry to disappoint you, it seems I really have become War Aspect!"

"You rascal! Sigh, what can I do? The Aspects chose you. Don't leave yet, come with me to the summit to see the Creator Aspect. He can help you unleash the Aspect Power."

"Um... how long will it take to unleash this power? We have urgent business to attend to. We've been away for half a month now, and we don't know what the situation is like outside."

"How dare you act innocent after getting the benefit! If you don't want liberation, then get out of here!"

Zoe was really angry now, probably because of her special feelings for the War Aspect!

I'm not kidding, I really want to leave as soon as possible. The situation in Ionia has been weighing on my mind, and I'm afraid something big might happen these days.

However, besides me, there are also Leona and Diana. We've all just become Aspects, so let's go to the summit first!

And so, with Zoe leading the way, we continued our climb, and after passing through a layer of cumulus clouds, it took another whole day to reach the summit.

At the Mount Targon, there is no distinction between day and night; it is always shrouded in the dim light before dawn, with a sky full of large, bright stars and various aurora-like colors, making it a truly dreamlike place!

Zoe said the Aspects love to roam in space, and perhaps their shadows are among these countless stars!

She led us to a stone archway, greeted us, and soon a faint glow emanated from within. A plump old man emerged: the ancient Creator Aspect!

This Creator Aspect wears a golden mask with three holes, presumably for eyes and a mouth, and his white hair and beard are connected. Yes, it's Bard!

Bard strolled along at a leisurely pace, followed by a large group of adorable wood spirits that emitted melodious, wind chime-like sounds.

"Zoe, who did you bring here?"

"Our companions, the Solar Aspect, the Lunar Aspect, and the War Aspect, have just become Aspects. Grandpa, could you please guide them?"

"Oh, it's been so long since a new Aspects was born, and now three have appeared all at once. Hmm? Why does it also have the aura of an angel?"

Bard slowly walked up to Varus: "It's you! You're an angel?"

"My Lord God, my name is Varus, and I am an Ascended."

"No, you are an angel, you smell like her!"