The outpost was in chaos, and darkness surged in unstoppable waves. Spring City’s manifestation spread in every direction, but it seemingly slammed into an invisible dam and came to an abrupt halt.

Under the gaze of Heaven’s Eye, every impact and ripple came to a standstill. The Laws of Origin took effect and imposed a rule—no aberrant creature belonging to Spring City could leave its boundaries. 

But not even a Celestial Being could fully contain the pollution and torrent that had accumulated over such an immense span of time. Countless cracks appeared around the borders as the absolute decree teetered on the verge of collapse, unable to withstand the pressure of reality. 

Heaven’s Eye watched as the flawless decree adjusted itself and accepted imperfection. It compromised with reality, yielding in one area to strengthen the whole.

A passage opened within...