Since each First-Step Eternity requires greater power, the power requirements for the Second-Step Eternity far exceed those for the first system.
This makes it extremely difficult to move from First-Step Eternity to the Second-Step Eternity —because they often spend their entire lives on the first system and simply don't have enough spare energy to cultivate the second system to a compatible level.
This is an ironclad rule of cultivation known to all the Eternal in the Chaos Sea.
Logo solved this problem.
After 100,000 years of deduction and analysis, under the combined effect of the vast calculations of the Eye of Truth and the Endless wisdom of the Astral Realm Will, Logo finally found a completely new path—He achieved compatibility between the three Eternity systems of equal power.
It is an extremely sophisticated way of combining systems. It no longer requires the main system to far surpass the secondary system, but rather, through a special resonance and coordination, allows the three systems to grow and evolve together in a relatively balanced manner, thereby achieving the conditions for mutual compatibility.
Based on this groundbreaking discovery, Logo meticulously disassembled and reassembled the original crude "Third-Step Eternity" division system, ultimately creating a completely new and more layered system of realms.
First Heaven Glimpse of Eternity -- Having just made a breakthrough in a system, one has begun to touch the threshold of Eternity.
Although Walker at this level possess the essence of Eternal, their foundation is still shallow and their Dao foundation is not yet solid. Like seedlings that have just broken through the soil, they have the potential to grow into towering trees, but they are still fragile and need careful care and refinement. The primary task of Walker at this First Heaven is to solidify the foundation of their system and thoroughly imprint the essence of Eternity and Immortal into their own origin.
Second Heaven: Solid Foundation – The Eternity foundation has been thoroughly solidified, and the system operates as stably and smoothly as a precise perpetual motion machine. At this Tier One, the Walker's Eternity path has formed a complete closed loop, no longer requiring constant expenditure of energy to maintain an Immortal state. The power within the body flows naturally, and the resonance of laws is seamless. Even without deliberate operation, there is no risk of power dissipation or weakening of the foundation. Walker at this level have begun to touch upon the deeper mysteries of their own system, laying a solid foundation for future compatibility.
The Third Heaven: System Perfection – The first system has been cultivated to its ultimate state of perfection. Every law node, every energy flow, and every microstructure has achieved perfect harmony and resonance. At the peak of this First Heaven, the Walker will clearly feel that their own system is "full," like a container filled with water, unable to Containment any more of the same source power. At this moment, the subtle feeling of "touching the boundary of another system" will naturally emerge. This is the crucial critical point for transitioning from First-Step Eternity to Second-Step Eternity, and also the insurmountable chasm that countless One-Step Eternal cannot cross in their entire lives.
The Fourth Heaven: Initial Integration – Successfully integrating the second system on top of the perfect first system.
This step is far more difficult than the sum of the previous three, because the laws, structures, and operating logics of the two different systems must find a way to coexist harmoniously, just like merging two different liquids in the same container without causing conflict or sedimentation.
In this First Heaven, Walker's power undergoes a qualitative leap, and the coexistence of the two systems within the body releases a comprehensive combat force far greater than that of a single system. However, the compatibility at this stage is still relatively rough, with numerous "friction surfaces" and "conflict points" existing between the two systems, requiring continuous and meticulous adjustments and refinement.
Fifth Heaven: Dual-Path Resonance – The two systems are no longer merely "coexisting," but have begun to generate genuine resonance and synergy. The "friction surfaces" between them have been largely smoothed out, and the "points of conflict" have been harmonized and transformed into "points of resonance."
At this Tier One, the Walker's power flow exhibits a perfect double helix structure, where the two systems resonate and reinforce each other, unleashing a terrifying effect far exceeding "one plus one." The vast majority of Second-Step Eternity One struggle at this level throughout their lives because they can never reach the boundary of that third system.
Sixth Heaven: Dual Path Perfection – Both systems have been cultivated to an extremely profound state of perfection, and their resonance and synergy have reached a near-perfect level. At the peak of this First Heaven, the Walker will also feel that sense of "system perfection," this time with both systems simultaneously filling all the space, like a double-chambered container being completely filled, leaving no extra gaps. At this moment, the boundary of the third system will emerge in the Walker's perception in a clearer and more defined way. This is the final threshold for the transition from the Second-Step Eternity to the Third-Step Eternity; once crossed, the difference will be like heaven and earth.
Seventh Heaven: Three-Source Isomorphism – The initial state of successful compatibility with a third system. This step is even more terrifyingly difficult than the Fourth Heaven, because it involves adding a completely new system on top of two already perfectly resonant systems. It's like adding a third weight to a perfectly balanced scale; the slightest misstep could cause the entire structure to collapse. In this First Heaven, the compatibility between the three systems is still in a very rudimentary stage. Numerous conflicts and frictions require a long time to resolve, and the stability of power is far less perfect than in the Sixth Heaven. Even so, the combat power of Seventh Heaven Walker is already enough to leave all beings below the Sixth Heaven far behind.
Eighth Heaven: Harmony of the Three Laws – The three systems have essentially achieved complete integration and resonance. Conflicts between them have been resolved one by one, and friction has been smoothed out. The three forces have formed a perfect cooperative structure within the Walker's body, like a triple helix. At this Tier One, the Walker can freely switch, flow, and transform power between the three systems. The boundaries between matter, laws, and the world have been completely broken down, and every bit of power can simultaneously bear the full power of all three systems.
An existence at the Eighth Heaven level is already enough to be called an "unparalleled powerhouse that suppresses an era" in the Chaos Sea, and even in the face of the Destruction Tide, it has considerable resistance.
The Ninth Heaven: The Pinnacle of Eternity – All three systems have been cultivated to their ultimate perfection, and their integration has reached a flawless and seamless state. The three systems of matter, law, and world form an Eternity closed loop within the Walker's body, within which power flows ceaselessly and never diminishes. Those who reach the Ninth Heaven possess combat power that transcends the scope of the concept of "Third-Step Eternity." They have already stood at the ultimate peak of the Eternity realm, and the next step is – transcendence.
Are there even higher levels above the Ninth Heaven? Logo wasn't sure either.
The Eye of Truth has deduced for 100,000 years, but it can only barely outline the framework of the Ninth Heaven. It cannot even grasp the slightest concept of the realms above the Ninth Heaven.
It seemed to have exceeded the cognitive scope of the Astral Realm Will, surpassed the deductive limits of the Eye of Truth, and transcended all the known information systems of the Chaos Sea.
But Logo wasn't in a hurry.
Ten thousand years of deduction have given Him a clear view of the path ahead. Lancelot and Gustavo are steadily advancing toward their respective goals, getting closer and closer to the Seventh Heaven; Logo himself is constantly accumulating power at the juncture between the Eighth Heaven and Ninth Heaven, waiting for the best opportunity to break through.
Time continues to flow rapidly within the Astral Realm. New eras are constantly beginning and changing, new civilizations are constantly being born and flourishing, and new powerful beings are constantly emerging and rising.
Logo stood with his hands behind his back at the highest point of the Astral Realm sky, overlooking the vast and thriving land below.
A faint, confident smile appeared on the corners of his mouth.
"Soon," He murmured to himself, "Everything is ready."
Beyond the Astral Realm, the inescapable net covering the entire Chaos Sea continues to operate silently, firmly sealing all information about the Astral Realm within.
The Chaos Sea was still unaware that a supreme being, surpassing the ordinary Third-Step Eternity, had been born in the Astral Realm.
Logo's gaze had already pierced through the sealing net, across the vast Chaos Sea, and through the boundless Void, looking towards those realms waiting to be conquered.