Nicole and Daphne were stunned by Novak's words.
"What the hell is this World Secret Realm?! Is it really worth all this attention?"
Novak nodded without hesitation.
"Every time a world merges, it's a huge opportunity.
Even though the world level of this Biochemical Zombie World isn't particularly high, and its combat strength is nothing special…
Even if this world itself doesn't offer much, the rewards available through the Cosmic Will's Exchange will be more than worth it!"
There was a key reason why Novak didn't have a strong impression of this first world fusion—
In his past life, he never participated in the World Secret Realm.
Back then, he was deep in the Abyss, using his Demon Hunter job transfer scroll to battle relentless demons.
He simply didn't have the time or energy to care about the first world fusion.
By the time he emerged from the Abyss, the world fusion had already begun.
He could only feel a hint of regret before immersing himself fully in the power of the Demon Hunter.
He never paid attention to the hidden opportunities he had missed.
But thinking back, he did recall seeing clues on the forums—
Many of the powerhouses who were active during this event later became legendary figures in the new era.
There had to be hidden benefits within this fusion!
Daphne and Nicole exchanged glances.
It had already been two months since the apocalypse began, yet true Evolutionaries—those who had completed their job transfers and gained real power—were still incredibly rare.
But within White Emperor City, there were a few exceptions.
In addition to Daphne and Nicole, several of Novak's closest allies had also undergone job transfers.
Their professions might not be top-tier, but they were all at least B-rank—a strong start compared to the average Evolutionary.
For them, the World Secret Realm was a golden opportunity.
The World Secret Realm would open thirty minutes after the World Announcement appeared.
Time was tight.
But Novak himself needed no preparation—he just quickly reached out to a few key contacts.
The Yamai sisters weren't interested in joining.
After all, Earthbound Spirits couldn't move freely.
And as for Meimei—she didn't even bother responding.
She had been asleep in her dream world for a full ten days straight!
Her previous messages in the chat were just brief updates.
Clearly, she had been battling within her dream realm to complete the requirements for her exclusive job transfer.
Novak didn't wake her.
Right now, the strength of Chat Group No. 001 was increasing at an insane rate, and Meimei needed to complete her job transfer ASAP to maintain her SSS-tier talent advantage.
In the blink of an eye, half an hour passed.
Suddenly—
A notification from the Cosmic Will echoed across the world.
[Cosmic Will: The gateway to the World Secret Realm "Biochemical Zombie World" has opened!
All Evolutionaries who meet the entry requirements may enter at any time!]
As the message appeared, a new option flashed in the corner of Novak's vision.
This wasn't just a side event.
A World-Class Secret Realm was a game-changer.
And it wasn't just the Faeloria Country—
Evolutionaries from all across Kepler were awakened by this special announcement.
Among them were the strongest contenders, the ones currently leading on the Evolutionaries Leaderboards.
Across the ocean, in the heart of Sky Moon City, the financial capital of the Vinland Country—
Atop a 100-meter-high skyscraper, a massive figure stood, its body crackling with energy.
Then, in an instant, the spider-like creature began to shift, its form twisting and reshaping—until it took on the shape of a man.
This was none other than Anthony, the only non-Faeloria Country powerhouse ranked in the top three of the Evolutionary Leaderboard.
He was the owner of the SSS-level talent "Thousand Shifts."
It had been less than a month since Anthony's job transfer, yet his strength had skyrocketed.
Now, he stood at Level 14—equal to the Sword Fairy and second only to White Emperor, the man who could gaze upon the world from above.
But to Anthony, level alone meant nothing.
The sudden notification from the Cosmic Will echoed in his ears, causing him to halt his transformation training.
His human eyes gleamed with a sharp, dangerous light.
"World Secret Realm, huh?
Those Faeloria Country rats are bound to participate…
Good. I can't wait.
If I wipe out all those bastards, there won't be so many pests cluttering up the leaderboard!"
A chilling grin spread across his face.
The Holy Light of the West
Far away, in the heart of Western Europe, at the very center of the Vatican Cathedral—
A man clad in silver-white armor stood bathed in holy light, gripping a radiant sword in his hand.
Lorca.
His resolute gaze shone with unwavering faith.
"This world is filled with sinners who must be purified…
They must hear the teachings of the Lord."
As the strongest evolutionary of the Holy See, Lorca had once wielded the legendary Spear of Longinus. Though it was now lost, the power of Light still surged within him.
At Level 13, with the S-rank class "Judgment Knight," he was a force not to be underestimated.
Origin of the Sun
On Eastern Sun Isle, a young woman dressed in black robes slowly opened her eyes.
Across from her, a samurai-clad warrior kneeled in silence.
Her voice was cold, yet filled with conviction.
"The fall of this world is the opportunity for our country to rise again.
Though those Faelorian may hold a temporary lead…
I am certain we will crush every last one of them and become the rulers of this world!"
"Yes!"
The warrior bowed deeply, his eyes burning with devotion.
Across the globe, in every nation and every stronghold—
For two months, countless evolutionaries had risen at breakneck speed, forging their own paths to power.
Now, as the World Secret Realm emerged from nowhere, it became the ultimate battleground—
A proving ground where the strongest would test their limits.
A stage where those hungry for dominance would vie for the top of the Evolutionary Leaderboard.
But the final outcome…remained unknown.
Back in White Emperor City, Novak's expression remained unreadable.
His gaze was steady as the final countdown approached.
Then—
A notification flashed before his eyes.
And at that moment—
He activated the option.
In the blink of an eye, his body vanished from the villa.
And at that same instant—
Across the world, countless evolutionaries stepped forward—
The Biochemical Zombie World had opened.
And the strongest had entered the battlefield.