Chapter 186

The rules contained in the 'Ring of Ouroboros' are not only about 'infinity,' but also include 'circulation,' 'chaos,' 'no beginning,' 'no end,' and other concepts that humans cannot fully fathom.

The limitations of the world are completely broken, allowing both 'mysticism' and 'science,' 'idealism' and 'realism,' to be infinitely recognized and accepted. For example, the Star Rail universe next door is a world where mystery and science go hand in hand, making the coexistence of different kinds of power unsurprising. As they say, "The unknowns of the universe are endless," and what turns this saying into reality is the 'Ouroboros.' Both science and mysticism are intertwined, inseparable from the 'Ouroboros.'

Takumi slowly retracted the 'Ring of Ouroboros' into his body. The 'Ring of Ouroboros' is not the 'Ouroboros' itself. If the 'Ouroboros' represents the rules, then the 'Ring of Ouroboros' is the 'core' where those rules are condensed, symbolizing 'authority.' If this object is broken, the infinite possibilities for the Teyvat universe would also dissipate. However, no one in the Teyvat universe is capable of breaking the 'Ring of Ouroboros' except for Takumi.

In addition to representing the 'infinity' of the world, the 'Ring of Ouroboros' is also the 'order' and 'world barrier' of Teyvat. The 'Ouroboros' surrounds the world, protecting and sustaining it.

At this moment, Rhinedottir, who was kneeling in front of him, had her eyes flashing. "Master... was that the source of alchemy just now?" As someone who inherited the alchemical knowledge of the 'Traveler from Another World,' she had seen the symbol of the 'Ouroboros.' All alchemy is somehow connected to this symbol. After all, the origins of alchemy are tied to the 'Ouroboros' and the 'Kabbalah Tree of Life.' And right now, she felt the endless 'truth' of alchemy.

Takumi looked down at Rhinedottir, who was thirsty for knowledge, and pulled her into his arms. She panicked.

*Smack!*

"Ouch!"

A minute later, Rhinedottir knelt with tears in her eyes, covering her backside. She lowered her head. Takumi looked at the obedient Rhinedottir, who had been trained by him, and said with satisfaction, "Don't ask about things you shouldn't know, and don't seek knowledge you shouldn't acquire. You can only know what I want you to know. If you ever find out something you shouldn't know... do you understand?"

Rhinedottir, this crazy woman, can't be left unchecked for a day—she needs discipline every day.

Rhinedottir nodded obediently, fearing any more punishment. "I understand, Master." Her eyes, however, were still filled with curiosity.

An 'Ouroboros Rune' appeared in Takumi's hand. "You can't raise a dog without giving it meat and bones. If you behave well, I can't deny you a treat." He flicked the 'Ouroboros Rune' to her chest, where it settled like a tattoo—just a hint of 'Ouroboros,' with a touch of 'truth' for the alchemist.

Rhinedottir was instantly elated, feeling the 'truth.' Now, she believed she was the happiest person in the world. The 'truth' she had sought her entire life came from enduring pain. Rhinedottir looked up at Takumi with a burning gaze. "Thank you, Master, for the gift." To her, Takumi was not merely her master—he was the embodiment of 'truth.'

Takumi was very satisfied with her attitude. He raised his hand, and Rhinedottir immediately understood, quickly kneeling at his feet and resting her head in his palm. "I have moved your laboratory to the 'Abyss' for you. From now on, you will conduct your experiments there."

Rhinedottir leaned into Takumi's palm like a content cat. "Yes, Master."

Takumi gestured, and a space door opened beside him. Rhinedottir looked reluctantly at Takumi as she walked into the space door step by step. Having received a hint of the 'truth,' she craved more. With this newfound understanding, she was confident she could create an abyssal creature on par with the 'First Generation Seven Dragon Kings.' If she obtained more strands of 'truth,' she could even create an abyssal creature at the 'Nibelung' level.

Takumi rested his chin on his hand. "Want more? What a greedy woman. It seems she can't go a day without discipline."

At that moment, more than twenty 'primordial fragments' flew toward him. These fragments belonged to the demon gods from the 'Dark Beyond Sea.' A space door opened near the throne beside him, and Esdeath stepped out, exuding the aura of an icy queen. She wore white high-heeled boots, her demeanor marked by the killing she'd just carried out.

Takumi waved his hand, and the 'primordial fragments' turned into light, merging into the 'Primordial Magic Ring' behind him.

"Oh~ You're taking a bit too long, Esdeath. Although your current demonic form hasn't fully taken shape, your power is no weaker than Asmodeus a month ago."

At the mention of her name, Asmodeus, who was sitting on the throne, instantly opened her eyes, and a faint aura of intimidation filled the hall. Her power had more than doubled since the annexation of the Inuyasha world, reflecting the fact that her master was twice as powerful as before. There was also an aura about her master that she couldn't fully comprehend.

Asmodeus asked with a cold expression, "Master, do you need me?"

Takumi waved dismissively. "No, continue familiarizing yourself with the new Teyvat universe."

"Yes, Master," Asmodeus replied, closing her eyes again.

Esdeath's icy demeanor vanished instantly as she approached Takumi like a wronged child, laying her head on his lap. "I'm sorry, Master. Please punish me." She took out a collar and placed it around her neck, then produced a whip and handed it to Takumi.

Takumi wasn't surprised. Esdeath was a cruel queen to the weak, but she turned into a devoted servant in front of him. He threw the whip aside and patted her head. "Forget it. It's not entirely your fault. Those fallen demon gods were hiding in space, and now that space has expanded to cosmic scale, it's become harder. You've done well, considering the difficulty."

Esdeath's icy blue eyes glinted mischievously. "Then... since I've completed my mission, can I have a reward?"

Takumi couldn't help but smile. Esdeath was addicted to the rewards she received. He indulged her for a moment, then said, "Alright, that's enough for today. Once I finish my work, you can all get your rewards."

Istaru, who was returning from the Inuyasha world, trembled, "This is bad!" She quickly glanced through time at Rin, Kikyo, and Kagome from four hundred years in the future.

"Hehe... we, the master's companions, aren't enough for him. Anyway, you are all his as well. Miko, come and share the burden~"