"Immortality? That can be lonely. And in the end, everyone will die. It doesn’t matter what you do to escape it—sooner or later, all shall taste death. It is already written; it’s only a matter of when and how.
But glory… glory is the answer.
Glory will outlive flesh and bones.
Glory is what we should strive for, not immortality."
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Robin Burton was a young man who grew up with everything anyone could ever hope for: immense talent in cultivation, a sharp mind, and a wealthy family that would stop at nothing to protect and nurture him. He had everything—except the will to make use of it.

"Why should I walk the same path as my ancestors? Why must I seek strength just to defeat one rival or compete with another? That is not what I was born for!"

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“…Heh\~” Robin let out a long sigh. “Pursuing power was never my goal. I left my family and secluded myself to escape those pointless struggles for authority. I wanted to explore the universe, and to explore myself first… yet time and again, I was dragged into devastating wars. I wanted to benefit people with my knowledge and immortalize my name, yet worlds fell and hundreds of billions died because of me. Ironic, hah?”

"What? What are you talking about?!" Robin waved his left hand in disbelief. "What does the Soul Atlas have to do with Morgana?"


"Please, sit down." Althera gestured firmly toward the chair and remained silent until Robin finally took his seat. She then exhaled softly before speaking, her tone a mixture of caution and intent. "In truth, I had planned to bring this up at the right time — not today. I know your nerves are strained after what you've witnessed… but what you saw, I see as well. The entire Academy is in uproar because of Morgana, and I want to give them a clear answer."


"What does that have to do with me?! Let it turn upside down if it wants to!" Robin leaned forward, sitting on the edge of the chair. "Why should I hand over one of my followers to you?"


Chapter 1681 - Academy needs