NOVEL NEXT Chapter 6: Chapter 6: The Chosen One
A hushed silence fell over the temple as Aryan hovered in the golden light, his body trembling from the sheer force of divine energy coursing through him. The usual process dictated that a young warrior would receive the blessing of a single god, but what happened next shattered all expectations.
One by one, radiant beams of energy descended from the heavens, each carrying the divine essence of a different deity. The golden aura surrounding Aryan shifted into shades of silver, crimson, emerald, and sapphire, each representing the power of a different celestial being. The assembled priests, nobles, and royalty could only watch in stunned disbelief.
"Impossible!" whispered one of the temple priests. "A mortal cannot bear the blessings of multiple gods!"
Yet, Aryan remained standing, his body absorbing the divine forces with unnatural ease. His eyes gleamed with an ethereal glow as he felt a surge of power unlike anything he had ever imagined. The gods had not just chosen him; they had all bestowed their might upon him.
As the golden light enveloping Aryan began to wane, the atmosphere within the Isht Temple remained electric with anticipation. The unprecedented event of a mortal receiving blessings from every deity had already left the assembly in awe. Yet, the gods had more in store for Aryan.
From the dissipating luminescence, three distinct divine artifacts materialized before Aryan, each radiating an aura of immense power.
1. Krishna Kavach (Armor of Lord Krishna):
A resplendent armor, shimmering with celestial light, floated gracefully towards Aryan. This was the Krishna Kavach, a divine armor originally bestowed by Lord Vishnu upon Lord Brahma. It is said to offer unparalleled protection to its bearer. As the armor adorned Aryan, a sense of invincibility surged through him.
2. Asi (Sword of Lord Shiva):
Next appeared a formidable sword, its blade exuding a primordial energy. This was Asi, the first sword ever created, forged by Lord Brahma and entrusted to Lord Shiva to vanquish the enemies of the gods and restore Dharma. The sword's mere presence commanded reverence, and as Aryan grasped its hilt, he felt an overwhelming surge of power and responsibility.
3. Divine Eyes of Lord Brahma:
Lastly, a gentle, radiant light enveloped Aryan's eyes. This was the blessing of Lord Brahma, granting Aryan divine vision—the ability to perceive the true nature of all things, to see beyond the physical realm, and to understand the deepest truths of the universe.
The congregation watched in silent reverence as Aryan received these divine gifts. King Surya Dev, his eyes gleaming with pride and wonder, approached his son.
"Aryan," he began, his voice resonating through the temple, "the gods have bestowed upon you unparalleled blessings. With the Krishna Kavach, you are shielded by Lord Vishnu's own armor. Wielding Asi, you carry the might of Lord Shiva's primordial weapon. And with the divine vision granted by Lord Brahma, you possess insight beyond mortal comprehension."
The assembly erupted in praise, voices echoing through the sacred halls, celebrating Aryan's divine endowments.
Once the acclaim subsided, King Surya Dev gestured for attention. "My son," he continued, "to harness these gifts, you must understand the path of cultivation that lies ahead."
He then delineated the twelve levels of cultivation in their world:
1. Mortal Awakening: The initial realization of one's inner divine energy.
2. Spirit Formation: Cultivating control over this energy, refining one's innate strength.
3. Essence Fusion: Merging personal spirit with the natural world's energies.
4. Heaven's Touch: Attuning the soul to celestial forces, enabling minor divine abilities.
5. Divine Core: Establishing an inner core as the foundation for all future power.
6. Celestial Ascendance: Transcending mortal limitations, gaining superhuman abilities.
7. Saint Realm: Achieving legendary status, with power influential enough to shape kingdoms.
8. Void Mastery: Attaining the ability to manipulate space and time.
9. God's Chosen: Establishing direct communion with the deities.
10. Eternal Sovereign: Approaching near-immortality, with a presence that commands the cosmos.
11. Primordial Deity: Becoming a god-like entity, capable of creation and destruction on a cosmic scale.
12. True Divinity: Surpassing even the gods, embodying a force beyond existence and time.
King Surya Dev's gaze bore into Aryan's. "Your journey through these levels will be arduous," he cautioned, "but with the blessings you've received, your potential is limitless."
Determination etched on his face, Aryan nodded. "I will honor these gifts and strive to ascend each level, for the sake of our realm and the divine trust placed in me."
The path ahead was formidable, but Aryan's resolve was unwavering. With divine artifacts in his possession and the support of his family, he was prepared to embark on the journey toward True Divinity.
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*Note: The Krishna Kavach is a divine armor associated with Lord Krishna, believed to offer supreme protection to its bearer. The Asi is considered the first sword, created by Lord Brahma and wielded by Lord Shiva to uphold cosmic order. The divine vision granted by Lord Brahma is a symbolic representation of profound spiritual insight.*