Chapter 61: Divine Banquet
Translator: RaidenTL
Chapter 61: Divine Banquet
"Forget it. Since you passed the trial, it proves you're qualified to have that 'Godhead' or whatever."
"But that thing isn't here. You'll need to make another trip."
Hearing Gamie’s explanation, Xie Bai felt confused once again.
"It’s not here?"
"That’s right. The Godhead you’re looking for was destroyed by the union of all timelines long ago."
"Fortunately, one stray timeline from the past still preserves it. That timeline is exactly what that Big Sister entrusted to us."
As she spoke, the other Gamie produced a three-dimensional, interwoven multi-layered ring.
[Ring of Coexistence]
[Quality: Divine Artifact]
[Type: Special Equipment]
[Requirement: True God of Time]
[All Attribute Bonus: 3.14 Quadrillion]
[Coexistence: Adjusts the time nodes of the current area and allows contradictory things to exist simultaneously.]
[The companion artifact of the God of Time, possessing the possibility of gathering all possibilities.]
The moment this Divine Artifact appeared, Xie Bai noticed the other Gamie winking at her frantically.
After a moment of hesitation, Xie Bai decided not to touch this particular trouble.
"Alright, Gamie, bring out your gate. It’s time to put them together."
"Mmm... alright then..."
Under Gamie’s manipulation, the ring merged into the interior of the silver frame, transforming it into an even more specialized gate.
Once prepared, a silver thread drifted from Gamie’s hand and integrated into the gate.
A second later, a blue vortex appeared within the frame.
[Divine Banquet Lv.200]
[Difficulty: Dusk]
[Entry Requirement: None]
[A banquet in a certain past timeline, celebrating the victory of the gods and the death of a certain someone. As a price, this timeline suffered a backlash and was severed individually.]
"There, this is the fully integrated Gate of Space-Time. You can use it now to go to the designated time and space. Remember to make it a quick trip; even we haven't entered this timeline before, so we don't know what dangers might be lurking there."
"Oh, and remember: once you're inside, only bring out the item you need. The Gate of Space-Time only allows a single object from a past timeline to enter the present."
Xie Bai nodded after receiving Gamie’s warning.
"Understood. I'll be careful."
Under Gamie’s slightly worried gaze, Xie Bai stepped into the vortex.
There wasn't much of a dizzying effect; Xie Bai arrived in the new space-time quite smoothly.
Unlike what she had imagined, she didn't encounter any immediate "jump-scares."
Instead, she was met with an incredibly long set of golden stairs.
"Hello. Are you a guest for this banquet? Please present your invitation."
Hearing someone call out, Xie Bai looked around and then looked down to see a tiny figure.
[Supreme Court Receptionist Lv.100]
So weak.
Seeing that Xie Bai didn't answer immediately, the little person sized her up.
"Did you lose your invitation? According to the regulations, no one is allowed through without one."
Hearing this, Xie Bai looked at the long golden stairs behind the figure.
Although she wanted to use her Spirit Form to slip inside directly, she couldn't act rashly since she had already been spotted and was unsure if there were any special mechanisms in place.
After a moment of thought, Xie Bai leaned down and spoke to the little person.
"Um... I'm sorry, I did accidentally lose my invitation. Is it possible to get a replacement or perhaps make an exception?"
[Level Check Passed. "Fooler" has taken effect. The target has accepted your request.]
"This... it’s difficult for me to handle. These are the regulations set by those Lords, and they aren't easy to change. After all, the banquet slots are limited. This is to prevent certain..."
As he spoke, the receptionist looked at Xie Bai’s faint smile, and his expression softened.
"However... there are exceptions to everything. Perhaps your invitation was stolen by the God of Theft. That would make things easier to handle. We just need to put him on the blacklist. That way, we can ensure your slot isn't usurped by him. Besides, his reputation is already quite poor; no one will question it."
With that, the receptionist took out a cane and hooked a hidden curtain behind him, opening a passage for Xie Bai.
"Please, come in."
Seeing this, Xie Bai’s eyes narrowed slightly.
"Then, thank you very much."
"Don't mention it. It is my duty."
Only after Xie Bai had entered the golden stairs did the receptionist feel at ease enough to put away his cane.
From beginning to end, the receptionist had overlooked one thing: asking for Xie Bai’s divine title and identity.
Because of the "Fooler" effect, the deluded receptionist never noticed this small detail.
But even if he had, he probably wouldn't have cared much.
A short while later, a man dressed entirely in emerald green appeared, loitering in front of the receptionist.
"Hi there, little guy. Look at this—an invitation given to me by the Supreme Court itself. It’s got my name and Godhead imprint on it. This time, I’m a perfectly legal True God. You can't kick me out again."
After taking the invitation, the receptionist only glanced at it before handing it back.
"This was forged by modifying someone else's invitation. I cannot let you through."
"Hah? Little guy, what do you mean? I brought my own invitation fair and square, how is it a modification? You’re a peculiar-looking little thing, you shouldn't go around framing honest people."
Hearing the man’s words, the receptionist’s body tensed.
"Do you want me to say it again? Forged invitations like this cannot pass. If you keep pestering me, I will call for—"
Before he could finish, the receptionist felt an itch in his eye and blinked.
By the time he reacted, the man in green had vanished.
Realizing something was wrong, the receptionist patted his body.
"Oh no! He stole my cane! And I even added several seals to it this time..."
Seeing the invisible curtain behind him reveal a slight distortion, the receptionist immediately activated a communication spell.
"All personnel, take note: Charon, the God of Theft, has entered the banquet. Please be on high alert."
*
The moment she stepped onto the golden stairs, Xie Bai immediately entered her Spirit Form.
I didn't expect there to be an invisible curtain there. I don't know if the Spirit Form could have passed through that mysterious veil, but at least I'm in.
Thinking this, Xie Bai looked up at the golden stairs.
This staircase is a bit much, isn't it? Even at my current level, I can't see the end. It feels like it'll take forever to climb.
Just as Xie Bai was wondering how to get up quickly, several figures appeared around her.
"Didn't find that guy here either?"
"No."
"Honestly, how many times is that damn thief going to cause trouble? If this keeps up, the Lords are going to hold me accountable."
"Captain, since we can't find him elsewhere, why don't we head back to the banquet and stand guard?"
"True. Let's go."
As the two prepared to return, Xie Bai realized it was the perfect opportunity and immediately dove into one of their shadows.
As the two activated their teleportation, Xie Bai was brought along to the banquet grounds.
I didn't expect to be so lucky this time, catching a free ride. It seems the luck effect from this ribbon is quite good.
After slipping out of the shadow, Xie Bai began to wander around.
Before long, she had explored most of the area.
This place is packed with True Gods starting at Level 200. It’s terrifying.
If it were just one, I might be able to kill it, but with so many here, I'd better stay hidden.
With that thought, she maintained her Spirit Form and continued her search.
After another ten minutes, Xie Bai had seen nothing but strange food and True Gods.
What on earth did these True Gods do that was worth such a massive celebration? They've all come to this godforsaken place just to eat and drink.
But what does a place like this have to do with my Godhead? Could it be kept here as a collection piece?
As she wandered, Xie Bai gradually approached the center of the banquet.
Hmm? It’s so lively here. Let me see what’s going on.
Relying on the flight and phasing abilities of her Spirit Form, Xie Bai quickly reached the feast at the very center of the crowd.
At a glance, those seated were all terrifying True Gods with levels as high as 300.
So this is the big shots' table? Why is the food they're eating so bizarre? I can't appreciate this at all.
Xie Bai peered at the dining table.
Strange white branches, eerie blue-and-green arcs, and vibrantly colorful black apples.
There wasn't a single thing Xie Bai could find appetizing.
Just as she was thinking this, an item right in the center suddenly triggered a system panel notification, catching her attention.
The moment she saw the item's information, Xie Bai’s pupils shrunk violently.
Why... why is the Godhead of Void sitting there...?