In the Shadowcrest Castle.
With the infusion of plane origin, an advancement that would have taken millions of years was shortened to less than ten thousand.
Sensing that his family was about to advance, Maximus began mobilizing his vast energy reserves.
Advancing through the absolute was dangerous, especially with dozens of individuals undergoing the process simultaneously.
If not for the support of his unlimited energy, each aura of advancement might have clashed, devouring one another.
Waving the Source of Knowledge, he created the perfect nest to stabilize their path of law.
Since it wasn't a forbidden path, the foundation they forged was lacking.
Without a solution in mind, Maximus could only support their advancement and make up for it later.
Fortunately, the infusion of plane origin over the past few thousand years had not been in vain.
Nourished by its power, their paths of law began regaining originality, eventually conceiving a prototype of a source of law.
A few thousand years later.
With Maximus's support, his family successfully completed their advancement one after another.
As they opened their eyes, feeling their newfound strength, excitement filled the air.
"Huh~ So this is the power of an absolute!"
Feeling a strength second only to the limit of the Aeon Plane, they couldn't help but fall into reverie.
From humble mortals to absolute powerhouses!
If before, they needed all their combined strength to kill a Tier 12 Dark Beast, now just two or three of them could accomplish it easily.
Although their paths of law lacked complete originality and a true source, they were not weaker than others.
Besides the ultimate foundation forged by the Origin Manual and Seed of Law, they also possessed origin-grade physiques.
With such strength, they were only second to Paragon and Zar's in terms of potential.
As they examined their newfound power, they suddenly noticed a change in their surroundings.
"Did the castle undergo renovations?"
"It's more solid than before. It could even withstand the power of an absolute!"
Feeling the unusual rigidity of the castle, they couldn't wait to leave their seclusion room.
Upon opening the door, they were greeted by Maximus.
"Congratulations on advancing~"
Seeing Maximus, his wives rushed forward, having missed him.
Though time in seclusion seemed to stand still, they understood the feeling of those who waited outside, making them cherish this moment even more.
"Congratulations to you too. It seems you've gained a lot while we were away..."
Just one look at him, and they could tell something had changed.
Aside from exuding a more transcendent aura, his body emitted an irresistible energy—an unseen force that drew them in.
"Oh? I've gained quite a lot." Maximus smiled brightly.
From the solidification of the Absolute of Knowledge, the advancement of the Dimensional Source to the Plane Source, to the evolution of the Etherium Realm, and now his family's ascension to the Absolute of Law—he had indeed gained a lot.
"Father! We're here too!" his children shouted, feeling neglected as their father's attention was stolen by their mothers.
"I know~ You've all grown up. It's time to be independent."
"No! We'll always be Father's little babies!" Lyla quickly retorted.
"Father is bad~" Serene added tearfully.
The other also looked at their father as if he is about to abandon them.
"Of course, you'll always be my little babies," Maximus said helplessly.
How could he abandon his cute daughters?
As they chattered about various things, the group gradually settled down, eager to learn what had happened to their father and the Etherium Realm.
Feeling the charm radiating from him, they felt a strange urge to bite him.
"It's plane origin..." Maximus said, explaining the advancement of his physique.
Because he had many things to do after the advancement of his physique, he didn't have time to cover it up.
Feeling the energy that could even empower the Aeon Plane, how could they not be tempted?
Meanwhile, upon hearing their father's explanation, they couldn't help but be shocked.
Although not comparable to a tier 13 realm, it carried the potential for one to reach that level.
Looking at their father, their eyes lit up in admiration.
Maximus's grandchildren and in-laws also clenched their fists, thinking of their grandfather's strength and potential.
They estimated that, in time, no one in the Aeon Plane would be their match.
Meanwhile, Maximus's wives remained noncommittal.
No matter how amazing their husband was, they would not be shocked.
If he told them he could become an overlord the next day, they would take it as fact without hesitation.
"What about the Etherium Realm? Did it advance to a tier 12 dimension? Furthermore, where is Etheria?" one of his wives asked.
"The Etherium Realm advanced to a tier 12 ultimate dimension. Etheria was not here, as she was busy sorting out the rules."
"Huh? Advance to an ultimate dimension? Is that even possible?"
They knew that a dimension could only advance to an ultimate with the help of an overlord.
Advancing to an ultimate without such support shocked them no less than learning their father had a rank 13 physique.
"The plane origin is a miraculous energy—it seems to create and make up anything." Maximus demonstrated, giving each of them a strand of plane origin to play with.
"So, this is plane origin..."
Holding a bulb of condensed plane origin, their hearts began to throb as if holding a piece of treasure.
Like a panacea that could grant immortality, they couldn't help but be greedy and consume it.
Feeling the warm heat spread through their bodies as it strengthened them from within, they looked at Maximus, yearning for more.
"It's gone. I can only condense about a hundred of these every day. You'll have to wait a few hours if you want more."
Sighing in pity, they could only celebrate their advancement to the Absolute of Law.
"Do we need to invite others?" Liam asked.
"Why? Isn't it fine if we celebrate among ourselves?" Max replied, thinking that a family celebration was enough.
"No, advancing to the Absolute means our power has taken a step in the Aeon Plane. Inviting others is a way for us to officially mark this new stage."
"Liam is right. Now that we are Absolute, we can't be as careless as before. Moreover, isn't it more fun with a lot more people?" Maximus nodded in agreement.
Although they could remain in seclusion, focusing on their own matters, interacting with the outside world was still a good idea.
Furthermore, considering his marriage to Iris, this celebration seemed necessary.
Agreeing to invite all the top powers in the Aeon Plane, they began grand preparations, instructing everyone in the Etherium Realm.