Chapter 435: System's Truth

Slowly, deliberately, Elio turned toward the statue. Each step was a conscious decision, each movement a declaration of faith.

'I trust you, Zara,' he thought as he extended his hand toward the stone figure. 'I always have.'

His fingers approached the statue's surface...

The god's form materialized in the chamber, his presence radiating chaotic and erratic energy.

"CONGRATULATIONS!" his voice resonated with genuine emotion upon seeing Elio. "AT LAST! Someone completed the game 100% for the first time in history!"

While the hologram celebrated...

The statue began to move on its own, sliding sideways to reveal a dark hollow beneath. The god, however, paid no attention to this. With a gesture, he drew Elio's floating book toward his hands and opened it eagerly.

His expression changed instantly.