The Absolute: Humanity's Second Chance

"I see, thank you, nonetheless." Adonis slightly bowed his head in gratitude. "By the way, I've heard about the project you're taking charge of. And pardon my rudeness, but may I be so bold as to ask what it is about?" He added with an inquiry.

Fiona, Harold and the others were also curious about this matter. Even Sixth, who kept less contact with Damien than Ninth, was also curious what his junior brother had in mind.

"I've termed it "Project I.S". And it's main purpose is..." Damien began explaining his idea to everyone, suggesting it to be funded by both royal families.

The Adams, represented by Adonis, and the Vermillions, represented by Fiona. This way, he promised them 15% shares each at the whole institution Project, while he and Juliette had the remainder to themselves.

And after mentioning everything about the institution, and the overall effect that it might have on humanity, the two young king candidates agreed to his suggestion.

Especially so, when according to Damien, this project can, and will obviously spread out towards all cities of humanity sooner or later.

'This idea... it's game changing!! As expected from sir Damien!!' Adonis thought in reverance, seeing Damien as an idol of his.

Meanwhile, though calmer, Fiona was also a bit excited. 'This project will be an international level project. If it succeeds, the amount of authority we will have... will explode!!'

Harold and the other two also seemed impressed at such an idea. "So, Damien, I'd like to suggest the project spread out towards Romania first, before any other nation, as a sign of partnership of sorts. Is that okay with you?" Harold asked.

He took the opportunity to try and accelerate the progress of Romania, so that the Shade kingdom wouldn't exceed it by too much of a gap, compared to the other nations.

"I don't see any problems there." Damien nodded, and Harold sighed in relief. "We thank you for the favor. Looking forward to working with you."

"Likewise." Damien extended his hand and shook that of Harold's.

From there, the conversation focused on Avarice, and how it's system could be improved. Seven highly intellectual people began discussing a path forward, already pushing Avarice ahead of the other cities by leaps and bounds. Pushing Adonis, ahead of his siblings.

Especially so, when one of the seven, was Damien, a regressor who knew information, knowledge and secrets even the current major races weren't privy to.

The discussions continued amongst the group, as Avarice city was the main topic. At some point, snacks were brought, alongside tea and some sweet treats.

"Well, now that we are on the topic, I've got a suggestion for the two of you." Damien said, his eyes on Adonis and Fiona.

"Yes?"

"We are listening, sir Damien."

The both responded as such, and the other three were also curious why the contents of this discussion were only directed to the two. "It's about the domains you both own, and the connection between both Strongholds." He added.

"Wait, Damien. Is it okay to speak about those matters with sir Harold and the others here?" Asked Juliette, and the question was something both Fiona and Adonis were worried about.

"It's fine as long as they don't know the overall details. Plus, sooner or later, things would have to come to light about you two, and the fortune that you have obtained." He said, leaving the said trio in confusion.

'What are you people on about?'

'I feel like we are being kept in the dark, and... disrespectfully so, at that.'

'...I'm used to this.'

Fiona and Adonis exchanged glances, then nodded at each other. "In that case, sir Damien, what suggestion do you have? We would be more than honored to hear your input."

"First, the domains, and how they could solve the problem of distance between each Stronghold." Damien said, and Adonis was left shocked. "The distance? It... isn't that long, is it?" He inquired with a frown.

"It is." And Fiona responded. She then told him what Damien had told her, about the distance between each Stronghold growing further and further apart, the more the Realm grew.

"That's a thing?!" Adonis was shocked, finding the concept of traversing billions of miles to be... incomprehensible. "Then... how would we do trade? How would we keep contact with the other nations. How did you all arrive here?"

"A very good question. And the answer is, the domains." Damien said, and all eyes fell on him, despite most not knowing what a domain was.

"By enacting your domains, you can create something termed "Void Gateways", which could allow short distance transportation from one Realm, to another, regardless of distance."

...!!!

Everyone widened their eyes in disbelief at those words. Even if one was not aware of what a domain was, just the mere idea of cutting down distance between two lands was a godsend opportunity from heaven.

"But..." Yet Damien raised his head to stop any of their imaginations from running amok. "...As weak as you all are, opening up a domain, would result in it being ownerless. The domain would later develop a will of its own, and govern itself." He added.

"Is that... bad?" Fiona queried with a small frown on her face. "Not necessarily so. The Domain will take paths that are optimum for itself, and thus, all its actions, would be for the better good of its growth, and the prosperity of its people."

"Oh..." She nodded in understanding, then Adonis asked, "Then, if I may, what realm of power must one be at, to to able to reign over a domain?"

"Even someone as powerful as me, would still have a bit of trouble doing so." Damien added, abd has response shocked everyone, including Sixth and Ninth. "Domains, are tools of the gods, and those considered truly godly or at that level." He added.

...!!!

"Wait...!! Sir Damien, so you're not a god yourself?" Fiona asked in shock. She had been so damn sure that Damien would be a god, even after he said he wasn't.

"...No, I am not. But I wouldn't fear any of the weaker gods, nor the demigods." Damien helplessly replied, but he knew deep down why she believed him as such.

"Oh..? So you're somewhat of a demigod? That includes you too, Juliette?" She said, convincing herself of such words.

"Hehe..." Juliette bitterly laughed it off, and Damien didn't correct her. At least, she said somewhat of a demigod, and not necessarily a demigod.

"So, anyhow, my suggestion was for you to enact both domains, and create a "Void Gateway" between both Romania and Avarice, for better future transactions between both nations." He said.

"Wait... Avarice? And not the whole of the Shade Kingdom?" Adonis frowned. He didn't want to just rule a city, he wanted to rule the entire nation itself.

"Don't fret. Realms can grown, accordingly to the lands you reign over. Hence as long as you conquer the nation, the realm can spread throughout its whole range." Damien assured, calming down the young man.

"In that case, I believe we should do so as soon as possible." Adonis nodded at the suggestion. "What do you think, miss Fiona?"

"I don't see a problem, whatsoever." Fiona replied. Damien then added to their words, "Putting up a domain, will also allow the one who rules over it to segregate the natural laws of the land ruled, from the ones undesirable."

"Meaning..?"

"For example, Romania turned into a domain, can segregate all other laws, and leave behind the fire type laws only." He further explained, and those from Romania stood up in shock.

"Seriously..?!" Fiona exclaimed, her face already blushing in excitement. 'If that's true... then, then the progress of Romania can climb over the roof even faster!!'

The other three from Romania also thought the same, and they only became more excited when Damien nodded. "Seriously. I have no need to lie to you, when all I want is progress as well."

"Ah, yes, pardon my rudeness." She said, now a bit embarrassed, but overall still excited. "Uhm, what natural laws does our Stronghold shine in most?" Asked Adonis.

He understood the concept of what made Fiona excited, but he could not reciprocate the feelings, when he wasn't even aware what their Stronghold's natural Affinity was.

"Let's see..." Damiem thought about it, and sent out his presence. A moment later, he responded. "Most of natural landscape have a bundle of natural laws, and only a few are exceptions."

"One being Romania, as it was close to a Volcano. As for the Shade Stronghold, it's natural Affinity is just nature. Hm? Strange. All natural laws are present." He concluded in perplexity.

"That's... not good, is it?" And Adonis sighed in disappointment. Damien looked up at him and shook his head. "Not necessarily bad. It's relatively not bad, but not good compared to those with four or less natural laws."

"By the way, how many natural laws are there?" Juliette inquired, trying to ease up the despondent mood coming from Adonis.