Only with the Mother Flame could the Celestial Dragons obtain the energy to activate an Ancient Weapon. This meant that development of the Mother Flame had already succeeded.
About a year and a half had passed since the Paramount War. Under intense pressure, the Seraphim had successfully been deployed, so it was perfectly normal for development of the Mother Flame to finish a few months ahead of schedule.
"Qikara, head for the Pleasure District!"
"Yes!"
The earthquakes lasted six full days before finally subsiding. However, sea levels across the world had risen by one meter, leaving many low-lying islands more than half submerged.
The bizarre situation left the world bewildered.
In the New World, Egghead.
"My theory... came true!"
Vegapunk looked at the data report and slumped into his chair.
According to his theory, sea levels had risen by 200 meters during the Void Century. Such an anomaly could never have been caused by a natural disaster.
He had therefore concluded that war had caused the rise in sea levels, and only the legendary Ancient Weapons could produce such an effect!
This worldwide earthquake, coupled with the rising sea levels, had thoroughly confirmed his hypothesis. The portion of the Mother Flame stolen not long ago must have been used to power an Ancient Weapon.
He had become a sinner who destroyed the world.
But that was not the most important thing. According to his theory, the seas would continue to rise until they submerged the entire world!
According to historical records, the only person who could save the world was that legendary Warrior of Liberation.
[Sun God Nika]!
Or rather, "Joy Boy."
However, a new variable had appeared in the world.
"Earth God" Good!
He, too, possessed the power to confront the seas swallowing the world, but for now, it