Chapter 174: Recalibrating Power
Chapter 174: Recalibrating Power
The God of Shadows and Life, Sung Jin-Woo, now standing at the pinnacle of existence with his incomprehensible power, decided to reassess the balance of strength within his divine lineage. Having ascended to a level far beyond even his own imagination, he recognized that the power he had previously bestowed upon the Lesser Divine: Duo Dragons—his grandchildren, Sung Ye-Jun and Sung Ye-Rin—was now disproportionately immense compared to their responsibilities and growth trajectory.
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1. The Decision to Recalibrate
From his throne in the Umbra Citadel, Sung Jin-Woo summoned his divine will. He gazed across the expanse of his infinite inner worlds and beyond to the realms governed by his grandchildren. Their progress was undeniable—they had built their castles, expanded their forces, and ventured into the multiverse with their clones.
However, with his own power now magnified a hundred thousand times, the 0.001% of his power previously granted to them had grown exponentially beyond what was initially intended.
To maintain equilibrium and ensure their growth remained earned rather than gifted, Sung Jin-Woo decided to reduce the fraction of his power given to the Duo Dragons.
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2. The Adjustment
The power reduction was carefully calculated:
The Duo Dragons would now receive 0.00000001% of Sung Jin-Woo's current power.
This fraction, though minuscule, was equivalent to 0.001% of his power before his ascension to his new pinnacle.
By modern standards, this recalibration ensured that the Lesser Divine: Duo Dragons retained a manageable but still substantial connection to their grandfather's divine essence.
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3. A Balanced Growth
Even with this adjusted power, the Duo Dragons remained formidable:
Their seven-layered inner worlds continued to expand, and their forces multiplied steadily under their diligent governance.
Their clones, each holding 20% of their original bodies' power, maintained their missions in the Abyss, the Palace of the Divine Legacy, and Earth.
The Duo Dragons' ability to create and sustain their realms remained unmatched among the lesser divine beings, cementing their titles as The Lesser Divine: Duo Dragons.
This adjustment also fostered a renewed sense of determination in Sung Ye-Jun and Sung Ye-Rin, motivating them to push their limits and expand their potential through their own efforts rather than relying too heavily on their inherited power.
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4. Strength Defined in Scale
To contextualize this recalibration:
0.00000001% of Sung Jin-Woo's current power was still equivalent to the might of a S⁹⁹⁹-Rank Hunter in raw combat capability.
The Duo Dragons' ability to create, govern, and defend their realms remained unparalleled outside the Divine Triad.
This reduction ensured their strength was appropriate for their status, while still offering a path of growth through their own endeavors and alignment with the system.
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5. The Divine Balance
Sung Jin-Woo's decision was met with understanding from the Divine Triad and respect from the Duo Dragons. This act reinforced the divine hierarchy and demonstrated Jin-Woo's wisdom as both a god and a grandfather.
From his throne, Sung Jin-Woo declared:
"True strength is not given—it is earned. Grow, Ye-Jun and Ye-Rin, and prove yourselves as the guardians of this multiverse. My power is but a foundation; it is your actions that will define your legacy."
The Duo Dragons, humbled but inspired, bowed deeply before their grandfather, vowing to honor his trust and guidance.
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6. The Road Ahead
With this recalibration, the balance of power within the Sung Dynasty and the broader multiverse was preserved. Sung Ye-Jun and Sung Ye-Rin resumed their duties with renewed vigor, while Sung Jin-Woo returned his focus to the infinite expansion of his inner worlds and the continued strengthening of his divine dominion.
In this way, the God of Shadows and Life ensured the multiverse would grow stronger, not through unearned power, but through the resilience and determination of its champions.