The concept of Stages was common sense in the universe. Just as it was natural for 160 cm to be longer than 158 cm and 70 kg to be heavier than 50 kg, it was common sense and a strict rule that no one could beat the Absolute.

“...”

A mere human being was challenging common sense as if it weren’t a big deal.

‘How arrogant.’

The Archduke looked at Seo Jun-Ho with interested eyes. If Seo Jun-Ho were a brave and arrogant lunatic, the Archduke wouldn’t have paid much attention to him.

However, Seo Jun-Ho truly had the ability to challenge the universe’s common sense. He had even made the Archduke stand up from his seat, even though he was just a Star Destruction Stage creature back then.

‘His power is certainly dangerous. He must be even more dangerous now that he has risen to the Transcendent Stage.’

The Archduke put his hand on his chest.

“...I see. Is this what being tense and nervous feels like?”

This was the first time the Archduke would fight for his life. In fact, he had never even imagined that he would get hurt. However, Specter made him feel in danger for the first time.

“I appreciate it,” said the Archduke with sincerity. “You made me learn many different emotions. With this, I will be able to make an even more perfect paradise.”

“...Is that so? Then, let me teach you one more thing on top of that.”

“What would...