Somewhere in the void, the three Overlords of the Dimensional Alliance gathered.


    Observing Maximus''s recent actions, they were perplexed.


    "How did this kid manage to umte so much causality?"


    The power of causality was invaluable, even to the Overlords themselves.


    Unfortunately, the strands of causality within the Aeon ne were limited.


    No matter how powerful they were, they couldn''t conjure something out of nothing.


    As for the corrupted causality scattered across the void, collecting and purifying it was a tedious and inefficient process.


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    In an entire year, they might barely manage to purify a trillion strands of causality.


    Their only viable option was to artificially produce strands of causality using Origin Energy.


    However, even that had its limits.


    Upon reaching the Tier 12 realm, the ever-flowing Origin Energy of the Aeon ne became inessible.


    The ne''s rules restricted and denied them of its ess.


    Forcing control over it would just be rebelling against the Aeon ne''sws—something no Overlord would risk if they wanted to remain within its bounds.


    Limited by these constraints, they resorted to collecting Origin Energy through trade andmerce.


    This strategy was the foundation of the Dimensional Alliance.


    By leveraging the efforts of countless individuals, they could legitimately amass Origin Energy, which they then purified into strands of causality.


    Through this method, they could produce hundreds of quadrillions of strands of causality each year.


    Yet, witnessing Maximus—a mere Tier 10 entity—spending the same amount freely baffled them.


    "It''s probably his Ultimate Physique..." Frir muttered with uncertainty.


    "If that''s the case, this kid''s progress is staggering!" Ascelon eximed in shock.


    Even with ess to the Dimensional Source, which provided nearly limitless energy, one first needed the capability to utilize it.


    Maximus was only Tier 10. No matter how powerful he was, the rate at which he could absorb Origin Energy was limited, let alone theplexity of purifying it into strands of causality.


    "Should we ask him?" Elvian suggested.


    "No, that would disrupt the n and alert the boy. Let him continue making waves for now. The n takes precedence."


    "Do we give him a helping hand, then? That kid is being reckless, unting wealth in times like these. He''s practically begging for trouble," Frir added with a sigh.


    unting such a tempting meat before a pack of hungry wolves was provoking a disaster.


    These sects and families were far from benevolent.


    Their generosity extended only as far as their interests were unaffected.


    The mere suggestion that Maximus might possess the ability to mass-produce strands of causality would paint a massive target on his back.


    For now, the top sects'' willingness to help and provide materials was a fa?ade—a way to test how long Maximus could sustain his wealth.


    If it were confirmed that Maximus truly had the ability to mass-produce strands of causality, it wouldn''t just be a crisis—it would spark a war.


    The rules of the Dimensional Alliance and even the looming dark disasters wouldn''t matter in the slightest.


    The Masters of the Ocean of Law, burdened by their insatiable need for energy, would view Maximus as a beacon in their endless struggle.


    They would stop at nothing, even if it meant gambling their lives.


    "As long as he isn''t dead, nothing else matters; if he''s unting his wealth like this, he must have a n.".


    With their decision made, the Overlords dispersed, returning to their respective duties.


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    Thousands of yearster, Maximus began to notice the quiet yet deliberate movements of the top sects and families he had hired.


    "It''s beginning already? The Dimensional Array isn''t even finished yet,"


    Observing various individuals sabotaging the Dimensional Array and nting backdoors for their purposes, Maximus couldn''t help but sigh.


    Just a few thousand more years and the Dimensional Array would beplete.


    By then, no matter what these sects and families attempted, they wouldn''t be able to cause any harm.


    "Liam, it''s time to act. Pay these people their final dues. The next time we meet, they will be on the battlefield."


    Among the sects and families, only the Ashura Sect, Immortal Pce Sect, Eternal Sect, Mechanical Alliance, Sterling Family, Elfalhn Family, and Fritz Family chose to stay neutral.


    The others decided to make their move.


    "Five top sects and nine families... Can we handle them, Father?" Liam asked in concern.


    As the acting leader of the Etherium Realm, Liam was acutely aware of the looming war.


    How could he not worry about such a significant threat?


    "Don''t fret; it won''t be an all-out war. At most, a few Masters of the Ocean of Law will take action."


    If over a dozen Masters of the Ocean of Law intervened, the conflict would no longer be a mere skirmish over interests but would escte into a ne War.


    Such chaos would force even the indifferent Overlord Organizations and the Council of Courts to intervene.


    As for the Absolutes? Their involvement was impossible unless the Dark Disaster began.


    Those powers wouldn''t awaken from their hibernation for anything less.


    "So, our enemies will likely consist of around a dozen Masters of the Ocean of Law and countless Masters of the River of Law," Liam calcted grimly.


    "Hahaha, don''t worry too much! Do you think I''d be reckless enough to take this step without careful nning and preparation?"


    "This could even be an opportunity for the Order of Maxim to ascend—to be one of the top forces, rivaling the greatest sects and families."


    For his River of Knowledge to advance to the Ocean Level, he required more than just energy; he needed countless others to follow the Path of Knowledge.


    Unfortunately, due to the auxiliary nature of the Path of Knowledge, even with his generous incentives, few had chosen to walk it.


    To challenge this status quo, the Order of Maxim needed to disy its might and capability,


    "Furthermore, you must hone yourbat abilities for the uing Dimensional Competition. Fighting solely in Knowledge Simtions isn''t enough." Maximus added.


    The Knowledge Simtioncks blood and realness of the real world.


    No matter how they trained in such an environment, they could not hone their adaptability.


    "Then I hope everything unfolds as you say, Father..."