Dalton — deep within the World Tree Gardens.

Leo slowly opened his eyes.

A faint unease flickered in his deep pupils.

Before him, a star map revolved gently in the air.

Lilith's life trajectory was sliding into the shadowed zone—an omen that her fortune had turned grim.

"It seems Lilith has run into trouble," he murmured, voice calm yet heavy enough to make the laws of the garden tremble slightly.

If he hadn't foreseen that her fate, though perilous, would end without disaster, he would already have drawn his blade and slaughtered his way to her side.

But Lilith's growth required trials—struggles she must face alone.

Still, as a father, he would never allow her to truly fall into despair.

The time had come.

The time for Dalton's will to resound across Sakend.

His consciousness linked with the core network of Dalton.

"All core members, assemble in the Council Chamber."

Supreme Council Hall

In the solemn chamber, one figure after another materialized.

Elizabeth appeared in full military attire, her aura sharper and more condensed than before.

Aragis stood silent as a glacier, yet the faint tremor of annihilating power rippling around him revealed that his strength had undergone a profound transformation.

Elarielle, Reize, Walter, Lupotin… every one of them was present, each exuding an overwhelming power several magnitudes greater than a century ago.

All sat upright, knowing that Leo's tone today carried an unusual gravity.

"Everyone," Leo's voice echoed through the hall, steady and resonant,

"It is time for us to head to the Sakend Universe Plane."

The hall erupted in excitement—anticipation, determination, and battle fervor filled the air.

Elarielle gripped her Nature Staff tightly.

"At last… the day has come! We must go and bring Lilith home!"

"Indeed. It's been far too long—we must find her immediately!"

Elizabeth's eyes burned with unwavering resolve.

"President, please allow us to personally escort Her Highness Lilith back!"

The members of Team Star were equally stirred, their long-held passion ignited at last.

For a century they had pushed themselves to the brink of exhaustion—every breakthrough, every rank ascension—only for this day, to have the strength to bring Lilith home.

Leo raised a hand, pressing down their fervor.

"Calm yourselves. That, naturally, is our foremost mission."

"At the same time, this marks Dalton civilization's first step into a wider world."

His gaze swept across them.

"The Multiverse is teeming with mighty beings; its rules are cruel."

"Therefore, we have three objectives for this expedition.

First, ensure Lilith's safety.

Second, uncover the true nature of that realm—especially the condition of humankind there.

Third, let the name of Dalton carry weight beneath those distant stars!"

His words rang like war drums, igniting the spirit of conquest.

"Elizabeth."

"Sir!"

"You will coordinate and mobilize all legions. I want full combat readiness within three days."

"Yes, President!" Elizabeth answered solemnly.

"Aragis."

"Your Knight Order will serve as the spearhead and bulwark of this campaign."

Aragis nodded heavily.

"Reize."

"Heh, President, my blades have been hungry for ages!"

"Your guard unit will handle assault and special operations."

"Leave it to me!"

"Walter."

A shadowy figure bowed slightly.

"Hat Division—your task is infiltration. Enter the Sakend Universe, build an intelligence network, and locate Her Highness Lilith with precision."

"As you command."

"Elarielle, Tina—logistics and medical support fall to you."

"Thrain, Lupotin—armory, rune gear, and magic scrolls. I want the warehouses overflowing!"

One command after another issued in perfect sequence.

The colossal engine of Dalton civilization roared into motion with unprecedented efficiency.

Three Days Later — Dalton Town

An armada of unprecedented scale stood assembled.

The flagship Dalton loomed like a floating mountain of steel, its emblem—a tender green sprout encircled by starborn rings—shining with holy brilliance.

Behind it, thousands of warships stretched across the heavens, blanketing the sky like a metallic tide.

Leo stood upon the bridge of the Dalton, gazing at the legions below and the endless stars ahead. He raised his hand slowly.

"Our advance is not for conquest, but for dignity and peace."

"But should any dare to block Dalton's path or harm her people—"

His voice hardened, echoing like divine judgment:

"Even from afar, they shall be slain!"

"EVEN FROM AFAR—SLAY THEM ALL!!"

Millions roared as one.

Leo extended his hand toward the city below.

A power beyond mortal comprehension enveloped all of Dalton Town.

Then, a miracle occurred.

Before the eyes of all, the colossal city—together with the land beneath it—was wrenched free from the Aresia Continent in its entirety!

Yet no panic spread among the citizens.

Instead, cheers and cries of reverent joy thundered across the streets.

Through the rune-lit barrier above the city, they saw the colossal, godlike figure in the heavens.

"It's the President himself!"

"By the Star God! I've seen the President with my own eyes!"

"Quick! Record it with a memory crystal! His image must be passed down for generations!"

"Thor! Keep order, no pushing!"

Colt led the Dalton Guardians through the streets, maintaining discipline amid the uproar.

In mere moments, the entire city shrank under Leo's control, condensed into a glowing sphere that floated upon his palm.

He took one last look at the vibrant world of Aresia—ensuring nothing had been left behind—then stepped forward and vanished into the cosmic void.

Before the Gate of Oblivion

Leo stood once more at the edge of the universe, facing the ancient gateway guarded by Shiels.

"It's been a long time, Leo," Shiels greeted with a faint smile.

"Have you gone home lately… spent time with your family?"

"Huh?" Shiels blinked, momentarily startled.

The word family was one he had nearly forgotten.

But he understood. What Leo was about to do would finally lift the burden he had carried for countless ages.

Perhaps… it was time for him, too, to return to his clan and see his descendants.

The two exchanged a silent nod.

Leo clenched his fist. A force surpassing the laws of this universe gathered at his knuckles—utterly restrained, compressed to the extreme.

Without fanfare or spectacle, he struck.

BOOM!

A beam of chaotic light, concentrated to its limit, pierced forward like a divine spear—

crashing into the black hole that was the Gate of Oblivion!

Rumble!!!

The gate, which had endured eons and weathered countless assaults, let out a final, sorrowful groan—

and shattered into fragments that dissolved into the swirling void.

In its place remained a vortex of unstable energy—

a rift through which the silhouette of another universe could be faintly seen, its laws heavier, its stars deeper and more ancient.

Endless torrents of mana surged through the breach.

"Sakend… Lilith… I'm coming."

Without hesitation, Leo stepped through.

Sakend Universe — Unknown Star Region

"So this is Sakend?"

Leo floated in the endless void.

His perception expanded like the tide, sweeping across the alien cosmos.

This plane was indeed older, denser, and stronger than the Multiverse he had known.

It was not composed of countless starborn worlds, but of one colossal landmass—

a continent so vast it drifted like a continent-sized island in the sea of darkness.

Upon it, myriad races flourished; the mingled auras of power were staggering.

Some regions were so fortified that even Leo's Sanctuary Rank mind power could not fully penetrate them.

As he observed this new realm, an ancient psychic voice suddenly resonated within his consciousness.

"Stranger of great power… who are you?"

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