After selecting Abilities, they suddenly transformed into light and entered Aldric's soul, forming a core-like object. A system notification appeared, displaying, [Congratulations to the user for obtaining a Divine Core.] Aldric turned to G.O.D and asked.'What is this thing?"

"It is a divine core, where all your abilities are stored," G.O.D explained to Aldric. Suddenly, a thought struck Aldric's mind. "Tell me, why didn't you help me choose my abilities?" he asked G.O.D, confusion evident on his face.

"Unfortunately, I cannot do that, even if I wanted to," G.O.D replied. "But why?" Aldric inquired.

"It is because of the law of causality. I cannot interfere in matters that would alter destiny, and your ability selection is part of that law," G.O.D explained.

"Why didn't you inform me about this law of causality?" Aldric questioned.

"I am not allowed to, and I have already told you as much as I could," G.O.D replied.

"Alright, now let's create your new body," G.O.D said with a smile. Aldric eagerly responded, "Okay, let's do it." Just as G.O.D was about to create his body, a crack formed in space, and a being emerged from it.

"What is happening?" they both exclaimed in unison. "What do you mean, what's going on? You are the owner of this place, for God's sake," Aldric couldn't comprehend the situation and looked towards G.O.D. "I don't know how this is happening," G.O.D said, equally shocked.

After a few seconds, the being fully emerged from the crack, and G.O.D exclaimed with surprise, "Why are you here?" The being in front of Aldric was as large as G.O.D and exuded a majestic aura. His body was engulfed in flames that seemed capable of reducing mountains to ashes.

"Who is he?" Aldric asked G.O.D, regaining his composure. "He is the God of Fire," G.O.D replied in a cold tone. "What is he doing here?" Aldric exclaimed. "I would like to know the same," G.O.D said to Aldric, and both of them turned their attention to the God of Fire.

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"Don't look at me like that," the God of Fire said to G.O.D. "Aren't we old friends?" he added with a smirk. "I am here to greet the new Hero of Darkness and bring him some gifts," the God of Fire announced.

"Me? But why? Did you know I was summoned here?" Aldric asked.

"We are gods, and we keep an eye on others to prevent them from causing chaos when their hero dies," the God of Fire explained, glancing at G.O.D. "And above all, I have things I want to give you," he said, looking at Aldric.

"No, he is my war hero. I won't let you interfere in my affairs. Go back to your place," G.O.D said angrily. At this point, it was unclear whether G.O.D was feeling jealous or angry. "And shouldn't the law of causality be acting on you since you are invading my realm?" G.O.D added with a serious tone.

Author's Note: In previous chapters, "Gods" and "Heroes" were referred to as "War Heroes."

"Yes, that's why I need to finish things quickly," the God of Fire replied, looking towards Aldric.

"What do you want from me?" Aldric asked the God of Fire.

"I am here to bestow upon you some blessings," the God of Fire answered. G.O.D, filled with anger, interjected, "Are you mad? Providing your blessings to someone other than your own?"

Ignoring G.O.D, the God of Fire said, "So, are you ready?" addressing Aldric as if seeking his permission.

"No," Aldric said. The God of Fire was completely shocked. "Yes, he doesn't need your blessings, so go back," G.O.D said.

"No, no, it seems you misunderstood me. I will receive them, but as G.O.D said, why not give them to your hero?" Aldric inquired.

"I cannot give them to him since he is already in your world, and this is our last chance to save your planet. I want to give it my all," the God of Fire explained.

Believing his words, Aldric accepted his offer. "So, are you ready?" the God of Fire asked once again.

"Yes," Aldric replied, his eyes sparkling like stars