American Comics: Multiverse of Madness

305. The Plan.

"Energy imbalance? Don't tell me that because I absorbed the Seven Deadly Sins, this world lost its original sin power and now has to rely on Trigon's high-level demonic energy to generate new original sins."

As he listened to Ms. Minutes, Alex couldn't shake the feeling that he had stumbled into a major mess.

[Master, the causal relationships within a timeline are generally difficult to reconcile, especially when it comes to powerful forces of rule. The Seven Deadly Sins, as the origin of original sin, were born from the underlying mental projections of all intelligent life, and their existence is inherently linked to this universe.]

Ms. Minutes stood on Raven's sleeping body, adjusting her glasses. She pulled out a piece of paper from somewhere and began reading the records on it while speaking to Alex.

[And by absorbing them, you have caused this world to lack the specifications of original sin, which could very well lead to an energy imbalance, plunging it into eternal night.]

"No wonder the Seven Deadly Sins were sealed by Wizard Shazam and not directly exterminated. I didn't realize there was such a connection," Alex frowned.

Now Alex understood why some high-level demons and other entities often ended up sealed. Perhaps they possessed the ability to be immortal, but the key reason was that their very existence was special.

[That's not entirely accurate. By the time you absorbed them, they were already extremely weakened. In fact, they wouldn't have required your direct intervention; if they went too long without the nourishment of a soul, they would eventually fall into 'death.']

Ms. Minutes adjusted her glasses and continued.

[Your absorption merely accelerated this process. However, the significant connection between the Seven Deadly Sins and Trigon means that their disqualification would inevitably trigger Trigon's energy, using it to reincarnate and give birth to new 'Seven Deadly Sins.']

"Can you explain how they would be born?" Alex asked, curious.

[Let me take a look.]

Ms. Minutes pulled out a notebook, examined it carefully, and then began to explain.

[According to normal cosmic development, the birth of new original sins requires a lengthy period and the influence of countless living beings' thoughts. However, these high-level demons transcend time, so that's not a concern. But if there's an influence from even higher-level demonic power, it could make a difference.]

[Since this world has already given birth to the original sins, under Trigon's influence, those who killed the Seven Deadly Sins would be countered by demonic power, subsequently falling into darkness and becoming the new Seven Deadly Sins.]

"Huh?"

Alex was momentarily taken aback and then looked at himself. Though he was radiating an aura of evil, he knew he didn't feel even a hint of darkness.

"Are you sure? I don't feel anything. The powers of those original sins should have been filtered out by the Timepad, right?"

[Yes, the demonic power you are currently using consists of the most conventional natural pheromones, with no possibility of affecting you directly. However, the birth of the new original sins has nothing to do with this energy; it should be from external influences, stemming from Trigon's demonic power.]

"But the thing is, I was just in front of Trigon, and I didn't feel any influence from him. I was wondering if I was affected without knowing, but... I still feel nothing."

Alex furrowed his brows, extending his hand to manipulate his magical power while also searching for magical energy within his body. Strangely, he didn't feel anything unusual.

"Could you do me a favor, ma'am? Please check my soul for any traces of Trigon's influence."

[Uh, Master, you should know that as the Timepad, I don't have the authority, nor is it possible for me to take a soul snapshot for you.]

Ms. Minutes nodded with her index fingers, looking a bit troubled, but soon she brightened up.

[Of course, if you're concerned about whether you've been tainted, I can assure you that you have not been influenced by Trigon.]

"Really?"

[Of course it's true.]

"So what's the reason for the increasing influence of Trigon's power that I'm feeling, and where is the newly born original sin?" Alex inquired again.

This time, Ms. Minutes responded particularly quickly. Without any unnecessary movements, she simply stepped on the creature beneath her and shrugged her shoulders as she spoke.

[Right in front of you! Because there are beings like you who cannot be influenced, those magical powers can only take a step back and choose similar creatures for corruption. And here, is there a more suitable being than the daughter of Trigon?]

Hearing Ms. Minutes's flippant words, a glint of cold light flashed in Alex's eyes.

Raven Rachel, one of Trigon's offspring, was also known as the leader of the 'Seven Deadly Sins' and was reputed to be the embodiment of pride. In a certain multiverse branch, after falling into darkness, she even seized various powerful abilities, including those of Shazam.

Looking at Raven, who remained quietly asleep, Alex slightly raised his hand as he gripped the edge of the bed. He hesitated for a moment but ultimately decided not to attempt to dispel the demonic powers surrounding her.

After pausing for a moment, Alex stood up and turned to leave the infirmary.

He gently closed the door behind him, his footsteps quickening. He arrived at the original League of Assassin hall in no time.

The dimensional influence of Trigon was too high, making it terrifying for any low-dimensional beings. Alex didn't believe Raven could withstand such an onslaught. This wasn't about willpower or faith; it was the impact caused by the imbalance in this world.

Perhaps even Trigon himself hadn't realized this matter.

At this moment, everyone in the hall had returned to their rooms. The only ones left were a drunken Constantine and his "good friend," the demon Etrigan.

Etrigan was originally an immensely powerful demon. During the time of King Arthur, he was sealed within the dying knight Jason Blood by the great wizard Merlin, which gave Jason Blood the terrifying power to transform into a demon. For many years, he wielded this power to uphold justice.

Though being possessed by a demon was a rather unpleasant experience for humans, the long years of coexistence fostered a unique friendship between Jason Blood and Etrigan. They occasionally argued but had long since grown accustomed to each other's presence.

In this universe, before the onset of the Apokolips War, the Justice League faced an invasion from the dark wizard Destiny. During their battle, Etrigan and Jason Blood were separated, returning to being two independent entities.

As a result, Jason Blood perished due to his old near-death injuries, while Etrigan became melancholy over the loss of his old friend, a state he remained in even to this day.

Alex's gaze lingered on Etrigan for a moment. Seeing him slumped over the table, asleep, he then turned to Constantine.

"Oh, it looks like you've succeeded. Care for a drink?" Constantine greeted Alex enthusiastically.

"Cut that out," Alex said as he quickly approached Constantine, speaking softly. "Absorbing the Seven Deadly Sins will cause a moral imbalance in this world. Why didn't you tell me about this in advance?"

In response, Constantine let out a belch and replied cheerfully, "Does it matter? This universe is beyond saving, and you know that, right?"

"What do you mean by that?" Alex frowned slightly.

"Isn't that what you're after? Collecting various powerful energies to strengthen yourself in a universe heading toward its doom? You've already achieved your goal, so why bother with the fate of this universe?"

As Constantine spoke, he picked up the bottle to take a swig, but Alex quickly snatched it away.

"So, Constantine, you still don't trust me."

"No, I trust you very much. It's just that I have my own plans," Constantine replied with a smile.

"Funny, so do I."

Alex smiled as well.

"And in my plan, you are a crucial part."

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