While Maple and Cinnamon were running away from the Progenitors trying to catch them, Ethan put all of his focus into stabilizing his newfound powers.
When his Origin Magic Crystal formed and merged with his body, he suddenly felt an overwhelming boost in his strength and magic power, which resulted in the phenomenon of his soul lighting up in the Astral Realm.
He was like a star that had just been born, adding his brilliance to the universe as a whole.
This inevitably caught the attention of multiple powerful beings, several of which had become interested in this unique individual, whose powers they coveted.
However, Ethan came to the realization that he wasn’t the only prey in this cosmic relationship.
He desired their power as much as they desired his. The Progenitors were also his prey, including all the other beings who wanted a piece of him.
As to who would be able to subjugate who, it was too early to tell.