chapter 1: the seed of cosmos
Opening: The Birth of an Unprecedented Being
In the quiet depths of an ancient, forgotten world, a cosmic disturbance ripples through the fabric of existence. The heavens tremble, and the earth quakes as a being unlike any other begins to take form. This is not just the birth of a child—it is the birth of a cosmic entity, destined to become the Supreme Dao.
His name is not yet known, for he is beyond names. He is a being of limitless potential, the seed of the cosmos itself. The moment he opens his eyes, the worlds around him flicker and the stars above bow in reverence. A tiny gesture—a simple blink—and he causes a sun to collapse, only for it to be reborn anew, in the blink of an eye.
He speaks his first words, and his voice shakes the heavens:
"What is this world I have been born into?"
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A Wry Smile
As the protagonist stands up from the ground, he looks around at the endless, vast sky and begins to ponder the nature of existence. This moment, while profound, is not without humor.
"So, I'm supposed to be this mighty being, but why does my cultivation feel like it's stuck at the bottom of the ladder?"
A chuckle escapes his lips as he watches the stars twinkle. His mind begins to devour the principles of cultivation. The Dao of Creation, the Dao of Destruction, the Dao of Time—they all come to him effortlessly, as if they are merely playthings.
"Why is it always so complicated?" he mutters, tapping his finger. The heavens themselves seem to agree, and a divine tribulation forms. Lightning strikes, but he just blinks. The thunderous storm of heavenly power collapses instantly, like a paper tiger in front of him.
"I guess I'm a little overqualified," he sighs, looking at the charred remnants of what used to be a divine test.
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The First Encounter
As he walks through the desolate landscape, a group of cultivators approach. They are confused, wary, but they sense something far beyond their understanding in his presence. The leader of the group, a proud and arrogant immortal, steps forward, attempting to challenge the protagonist.
"Who are you, and why have you entered our domain?"
The protagonist simply smiles and says, "I am… everything. But right now, I am just someone trying to figure out how to get to lunch."
The cultivators stand in stunned silence. A moment later, they start to laugh nervously, unsure if this is a cosmic joke or if their lives are about to be erased from existence.
"Who are you really?" the immortal demands.
The protagonist sighs. "Do you want the truth or the funny version?"
He proceeds to explain that he is a being of immense power, but his current form is simply too young to wield it fully. However, his mind is already beginning to grasp the concepts that will make him the highest being ever to exist. His potential is infinite, and soon, the world will realize that he is a force beyond imagination.
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The Wives of the Future
Just as the protagonist begins to explain his aspirations, a mysterious figure appears. It is a woman—her aura one of absolute fierce power. She is the first of many wives he will encounter on his journey, a fierce cultivator who once ruled the Dao of War. She is the Supreme Sword Goddess, and she recognizes the unparalleled potential the protagonist possesses.
"Hmm, you have potential, I can see that. But you're too weak right now. Come, fight me!" she declares.
Before he can respond, the protagonist's other wives-to-be arrive—each more powerful and more absurd than the last. One is a Time Empress, who immediately rewinds time to when the protagonist was still crawling as a child. Another is a Divine Beast in human form who seems to have a hunger problem, constantly eating his food. Yet another is a mystery-obsessed cultivator who has a habit of turning every situation into a riddle.
At first, the protagonist is overwhelmed by their arrival, but he grins. With his limitless potential, he knows that no obstacle will hold him back. The wives, sensing his potential, all decide to test him—not just in cultivation but in love, loyalty, and the strange humor that exists when two entities of incredible power are forced into a relationship.
"Who said I was trying to fight? I was actually trying to figure out dinner," he says with a wry smile, earning a few chuckles and teasing remarks from his wives.
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The Cosmic Revelation
As the chapter closes, the protagonist sits under a vast tree, contemplating the mysteries of existence. He can feel the Dao of Infinity beginning to resonate within him. He is aware that his potential is beyond comprehension—he is the Supreme Dao, the seed of creation. But his journey will not simply be about gaining power; it will be about understanding the nature of everything.
"I am not just here to cultivate. I am here to create and destroy at will. The very fabric of the universe is mine to shape. And yet, what is it that makes a being truly powerful? What is the meaning of it all?"
He ponders deeply. Mystery surrounds him, as does the responsibility of wielding such immense power. And as the chapter ends, he begins to formulate a plan—not to rule the heavens—but to understand them, and ultimately, transcend them.
"No matter how high I ascend, I must always ask—what lies beyond the highest peak?"
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End of Chapter 1