However, Aslan's world creation was different from the Cosmogenesis or Another Cosmology pursued by gods and Buddhas.
Or rather, they were two entirely different paths.
More precisely, what all the gods and Buddhas in Little Garden pursued was the perfection of their Pantheon's worldview. The true purpose of Another Cosmology wasn't to serve as a blueprint for creating a world.
It was a prototype of a worldview.
A worldview is something more metaphysical, akin to a philosophy, like the foundation of a world.
For example, Zoroastrianism's Another Cosmology, Avesta, is the ultimate manifestation of the duality of good and evil.
This extreme dualism defines itself as the right wing of good and evil, then mimics the worldview of its target, like a mirror reflecting itself.
In contrast, Aslan's world creation appeared far simpler and more direct.
Just like Shiroyasha, who was also simple and direct.
No matter what her opponent played, she'd drop a few material universes to crush all disobedience.
"Scathach, prepare yourself. We have uninvited guests coming."
The Halloween Queen set down her teacup and spoke to Scathach.
Snapping out of her shock, Scathach bowed respectfully to the Halloween Queen.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
She then cleared the snacks and tea set used by the Halloween Queen from the table, replacing them with the freshest desserts and an unused tea set. After brewing red tea, a Boundary Gate appeared out of thin air and slowly opened.
A petite white-haired girl in a kimono and a young man in casual attire stepped through.
Aslan had actually wanted to change into something formal to show respect to the Halloween Queen, but Shiroyasha wasn't pleased.
Change clothes for what? A blind date with that wench?
Casual attire was enough.
Seeing the two figures, one tall and one short, the Halloween Queen's mouth twitched.
She always paid great attention to etiquette and decorum. Even for uninvited guests like Shiroyasha, she intended to host them properly.
But now, she regretted it.
"Scathach, throw out this red tea. Get tap water from Fukushima. That's enough to entertain Shiroyasha."
The Halloween Queen said casually, not even glancing at Shiroyasha. She was far more curious about Aslan.
But where had Arthur's Divinity gone?
She grew intrigued.
"Hey! Halloween, what's that supposed to mean?"
Unhappy, Shiroyasha snatched the red tea from Scathach's hands, poured a cup for herself and Aslan, then questioned the Halloween Queen.
"What's it supposed to mean? My tea is for entertaining guests. Shiroyasha, are you a guest?"
The Halloween Queen stared at Shiroyasha, refusing to back down in terms of aura.
As for Aslan, after exchanging a glance with Scathach, he showed a sympathetic expression.
(Having a boss like this, I feel sorry for you.)
(Hmm, I feel sorry for myself too.)
Instantly, Aslan and Scathach felt a strange chemistry between them.
After some time, once the Halloween Queen and Shiroyasha finished their bickering, the topic shifted to Aslan.
"Come on, little Aslan, show the Halloween Queen what you've got!"
As Aslan sipped his fourteenth cup of red tea, Shiroyasha slapped his back hard.
"Cough cough, Boss, easy there."
Aslan nearly choked on his tea, thankfully avoiding the food on the table.
"Next time."
Shiroyasha said indifferently. After all, she didn't come here to have tea with the Halloween Queen. Annoying her was enough to put her in a much better mood.
Then Aslan pulled out a beautiful sword and placed it on the table.
At that moment, this Excalibur was officially observed by Little Garden's Central Core and granted Divinity.
[Assessment: This is a faith-based weapon with potential for growth.]
[Second Assessment: It has a heritage and protective connection to Earth, a Holy Sword of the Star.]
[Third Assessment: It has a heritage connection to Avalon.]
…
[Assessment Error: Excalibur's Divinity already exists…]
[Reassessing…]
"Halloween, what do you think of this sword?"
Shiroyasha said with a hint of pride. This item might be worthless to other Pantheons, but for the Halloween Queen, its value was no less than an Another Cosmology.
After all, the Celtic Pantheon lacked an inherited Another Cosmology.
The Halloween Queen had a few copies of Another Cosmology, but none were from the Celtic worldview.
In the end, she couldn't unleash the full power of an Another Cosmology.
But this Holy Sword of the Star, if the Halloween Queen was willing to grant it Divinity and integrate it into the Celtic Pantheon's worldview…
With the status of the Holy Sword of the Star and its thirteen binding oaths, in the Halloween Queen's hands, its power would be no weaker than the hard-earned Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi.
Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi could only unleash its greatest power in Amaterasu's hands. Even if an heir inherited Takamagahara's Divinity and used it, its power wouldn't surpass the Holy Sword of the Star.
Moreover, the Holy Sword of the Star was an offensive weapon, while Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi had stronger supportive functions.
"How much do you want for this sword?"
The Halloween Queen admitted she was indeed interested. A Two-Digit level Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi was powerful, but no sword was more suited to her and the Celtic Pantheon than this one.
Especially since Avalon was still under her control.
"No price. Just tell us about the flaws in his Gift, how to fix them, and the related resources."
Shiroyasha said smugly. She'd been waiting for this moment for a long time.
She believed the Halloween Queen wouldn't refuse. After all, if she did, this sword would be reduced to an ordinary Holy Sword.
The Halloween Queen didn't have much time to think.
"Not enough. A Holy Sword alone isn't enough."
The Halloween Queen wasn't too flustered and spoke casually.
"Halloween! I'm warning you, don't get greedy!"
The value of this sword to the Halloween Queen was no less than an Another Cosmology. Was that still not enough?
After all, the Celtic Pantheon's lack of inherited foundation under the Halloween Queen was common knowledge.
Even the entire Celtic Pantheon, without the Halloween Queen and Scathach, didn't have a single decent fighter.
With the Holy Sword of the Star, it could be considered an exceptional Four-Digit or a permanent top-tier Three-Digit asset.
"But it's really not enough, is it?"
The Halloween Queen shrugged. How could a treasure that could accelerate the growth of a young Creation God be traded for just a Holy Sword of the Star?
For that information, she'd have to pay a price too, right?
"Fine, I'll just say it."
Seeing Shiroyasha about to explode, the Halloween Queen stopped teasing her. Though she was very interested in the sword, compared to Aslan, it fell short.
After all, she was prepared to make a big sacrifice this time, treating it as an early investment.
"What Aslan needs is the Principle of Creation to grow."
"???" x3
What? The Principle of Creation?
Not only was Aslan confused, but Shiroyasha was too.
Scathach nodded. After all, it was a young Creation God, so this was normal.
Simply put, the Principle of Creation was the entire understanding and process of creating a world, including the use of authority and the weaving of rules.
It could be considered a summary of all the accumulated knowledge of a Two-Digit entity attempting to create a world.
Like the entire body of knowledge possessed by a Two-Digit being.
"After all, Aslan's essence isn't that simple. I'm not even sure how effective it will be."
The Halloween Queen sipped her red tea, smiling as she spoke.
Though this item was precious, she still had a few copies. As a Two-Digit entity, who hadn't tried Cosmogenesis?
Coincidentally, her reputation was quite good, and her Boundary was highly effective in maintaining worlds.
So, whether it was Pangu, Nüwa, Siddhartha, or the World Dragon, they had invited her to observe and assist.
Naturally, she gained something from it. Unlike Shiroyasha and Algol, who made enemies everywhere.
Of course, having observed others create worlds multiple times, she noticed the anomaly in Aslan.
The Halloween Queen then explained her discoveries about Aslan and his essence.
"???! So I really got a Creation God subordinate?"
Shiroyasha stared in confusion, and Aslan returned an equally bewildered look.
He was confused too? So he was that amazing? But he didn't feel it at all.
Even Little Garden's Central Core had assessed him as a Planeswalker.
"So, Shiroyasha, you pauper, don't waste Aslan's time."
"Hand him over to me. How about I take care of him?"
The Halloween Queen looked at Aslan, a sly smile curling at the corner of her mouth.
Honestly, if she hadn't discovered Aslan's true essence, she might have agreed to trade for the Holy Sword of the Star.
But now, sorry. She would use her true power to show Shiroyasha who the real wealthiest woman in Little Garden was.
Though she had fewer Sun Authorities than Shiroyasha, in terms of other wealth, did Shiroyasha know what it meant to be the Star Spirit of Gold and Boundary?
Every person in Little Garden using a Boundary Gate had to pay her taxes.
Even Another Cosmologies—she had several copies.
Not to mention the precious legacies and treasures from various Pantheons.
And the connections and strength of her subordinates.
Shiroyasha, what do you have to compete with me?