Chapter 1: The Arrival of God's Path

Twenty years ago, the world as we knew it changed forever. It was a day that started like any other—a typical morning, with people going about their daily routines, oblivious to the seismic shift about to occur. But by nightfall, everything had changed.

The event that triggered this global transformation was the sudden appearance of God's Path. It was a mysterious, otherworldly phenomenon that manifested simultaneously across the globe. In every city, town, and village, a colossal portal appeared in the sky, shimmering with a strange, iridescent light. These portals were gateways to a new reality—a reality where the rules of our world no longer applied.

From these portals came the voice, a deep, resonant tone that echoed in the minds of every human being on the planet. It was a voice that defied description, both calming and terrifying, as if it belonged to something beyond comprehension.

"Welcome to God's Path," the voice intoned, its words seared into the consciousness of all who heard it. "Only those who are worthy may enter. One million shall be chosen every month. Prepare yourselves, for your world will never be the same."

And just like that, the world was plunged into chaos. News of God's Path spread like wildfire. Governments, religious leaders, and scientists scrambled to make sense of what was happening. The portals hovered above the earth, silent and unmoving, their purpose a mystery. Panic gripped the populace as speculation ran rampant. Was this the end of days? A divine judgment? An alien invasion? No one knew for certain.

Yet, amidst the confusion and fear, there was also a strange sense of anticipation. The voice had spoken of worthiness and selection, implying that those chosen would gain something extraordinary. It didn't take long for people to realize that the portals were a gateway to power—unimaginable power that could elevate an ordinary person to godhood.

As the first month passed, the initial selection process began. Across the world, exactly one million people vanished from their homes, workplaces, and streets. They were ordinary men and women, young and old, from every walk of life. In an instant, they were gone, transported into the heart of God's Path.

Among those left behind, one man stood at the center of the storm of uncertainty. His name was Ling Yi, and at 22 years old, he was an unremarkable figure in a world teetering on the brink of an unprecedented era. Ling Yi was an ordinary university student, studying mechanical engineering at a local college. He was neither the smartest nor the most athletic, neither wealthy nor influential. He was, in many ways, a face in the crowd—a young man trying to make sense of his place in a world that had suddenly become much larger and more dangerous than he had ever imagined.

The news of God's Path had reached Ling Yi just like everyone else, and like most, he was both fascinated and frightened by it. The idea of gaining superpowers was something out of a comic book, a childhood fantasy that had no place in the real world. Yet here it was, happening right before his eyes. And as the days turned into weeks, Ling Yi found himself increasingly drawn to the idea of becoming a player in God's Path. He couldn't explain why, but something deep within him yearned for the opportunity to prove himself, to rise above the ordinary life he had always known.

But Ling Yi's hopes seemed destined to remain just that—hopes. The chances of being chosen were astronomically slim. With billions of people on the planet and only one million slots available each month, the odds were stacked against him. He tried to push the thought aside, focusing on his studies and his part-time job at a local café, but the allure of God's Path was always there, lurking in the back of his mind.

One month passed, then another, and another. The first million players had returned from God's Path, each of them transformed in ways that defied explanation. Some had gained superhuman strength, others the ability to manipulate the elements, and still others had powers that seemed to bend the very fabric of reality. These players became celebrities overnight, their names and faces plastered across every news outlet. They were revered, feared, and envied in equal measure.

Ling Yi watched from the sidelines, his fascination growing with each passing day. He devoured every piece of information he could find about God's Path, learning about the trials and challenges the players faced, the treasures they acquired, and the powers they unlocked. It was a world of infinite possibilities, where the only limit was one's imagination.

Yet, despite his growing obsession, Ling Yi knew that the odds of being chosen were minuscule. And so, he resigned himself to the fact that God's Path was a dream that would remain out of reach—a tantalizing glimpse of a life he would never lead.

But fate, it seemed, had other plans.

It was a crisp autumn morning when Ling Yi's life changed forever. He had just finished his shift at the café and was walking home, the cool breeze ruffling his hair as he made his way through the bustling streets of the city. The sun was just beginning to rise, casting a golden glow over the skyline, and for a moment, everything seemed peaceful—normal.

Then, without warning, the world around him began to blur. The sounds of the city—the honking of cars, the chatter of pedestrians, the distant hum of construction—faded into a distant murmur. Ling Yi's vision wavered, and he felt a strange sensation in the pit of his stomach, as if the ground beneath his feet was shifting.

He stopped in his tracks, confusion and fear gripping him. What was happening? Was he about to faint? But before he could make sense of it, a familiar voice echoed in his mind—the same voice that had spoken to the world twenty years ago.

"Welcome to God's Path," the voice intoned, its tone as calm and commanding as ever. "You have been chosen."

Ling Yi's heart skipped a beat. Chosen? He could hardly believe it. For a moment, he thought he might be dreaming, but the sensation was too real, too vivid to be anything but the truth.

Before he could react, the world around him dissolved into a cascade of light. The city streets, the buildings, the people—all of it vanished in an instant, replaced by an endless expanse of swirling colors. Ling Yi felt his body being pulled, as if by an invisible force, and a moment later, he was no longer standing on solid ground. He was floating, weightless, in a vast, ethereal void.

Panic surged through him, but before he could even think to scream, the light coalesced into a single point, and with a sudden jolt, Ling Yi found himself standing on solid ground once more.

He blinked, disoriented, as his surroundings came into focus. He was no longer in the city. Instead, he stood in the center of a massive, ornate chamber, the walls of which were lined with intricate carvings and shimmering gemstones. The floor beneath his feet was made of polished marble, cool and smooth to the touch. Above him, a domed ceiling arched high into the sky, its surface adorned with constellations that seemed to pulse with a life of their own.

It was a place of awe-inspiring beauty, and yet there was something unsettling about it—something otherworldly.

Ling Yi's breath caught in his throat as he took it all in. He had heard stories about the entrance to God's Path, but none of them had done it justice. This was a place that defied description, a realm that existed outside the bounds of reality.

As he stood there, trying to make sense of what had just happened, a figure materialized before him, seemingly out of thin air. It was a tall, imposing figure, clad in robes of pure white that seemed to shimmer with an inner light. The figure's face was obscured by a hood, but Ling Yi could feel its gaze upon him, piercing and all-seeing.

"Welcome, Ling Yi," the figure said, its voice resonating through the chamber like a bell. "You have been chosen to walk the path of the gods. From this moment forward, your life will be forever changed. You have been granted the power of the Super Mutation System. Use it wisely, for the challenges ahead will test your strength, your will, and your very soul."

Ling Yi stared at the figure, his mind racing. The Super Mutation System? He had heard of it before—one of the rarest and most powerful systems in God's Path, capable of altering reality itself. It was said that those who possessed it could transform even the most mundane objects into artifacts of immense power.

But why him? Why had he been chosen?

As if reading his thoughts, the figure spoke again. "Do not question your worthiness, Ling Yi. You have been chosen because you possess the potential to shape the future of God's Path. But know this: power comes at a price. The path you walk will be fraught with danger, and the choices you make will determine not only your fate but the fate of all who walk this path."

The figure extended its hand, and in its palm, a small, glowing orb appeared. It pulsed with a soft, golden light, and Ling Yi could feel its energy resonating within him, calling to him.

"This is your key," the figure said. "The key to unlocking the full potential of the Super Mutation System. Take it, and begin your journey."

Ling Yi hesitated for only a moment before reaching out to grasp the orb. The moment his fingers closed around it, a surge of power coursed through him, filling him with a warmth and strength he had never known. It was as if the very essence of the universe had been poured into his soul.

And then, just as suddenly as it had begun, the sensation faded, leaving Ling Yi standing alone in the chamber, the orb still glowing softly in his hand.

The figure was gone, but its words echoed in his mind: "The choices you make will determine not only your fate but the fate of all who walk this path."

Ling Yi took a deep breath, his heart pounding in his chest. He didn't fully understand what had just happened, but one thing was clear: his life would never be the same.

He had been chosen to walk God's Path, to wield the power of the Super Mutation System. And with that power, he would carve his own destiny in a world where the impossible had become reality.

As Ling Yi looked around the chamber, determination filled his heart. This was the beginning of a new chapter in his life—a chapter that would take him to the very limits of what was possible.

He was ready. Ready to face the challenges, to seize the opportunities, and to become the strongest player in God's Path.

With the orb clutched tightly in his hand, Ling Yi took his first step forward, and the chamber around him began to dissolve into light once more. The path ahead was unknown, but one thing was certain: he would walk it with purpose, with resolve, and with the power to shape his own fate.

And so, the journey began.