MIDNIGHT PRINCE: Empire of Sin

Eve could see that Adam was quite septikal about her words and she could understand him.

But this was all the more why she needed him to understand.

She patted Adam on the shoulder, "Understand this Adam. The Book of Genesis is not your power. It's nothing more than a booster to what is already there."

Obtaining Genesis was just a means to an end. Not an end in itself.

It was a bridge and also a key with a very specific goal. The ability to use Karma and open the chakra.

"It is but a small convenient helping mechanism for you to grow faster and gain the time you would lack otherwise. Every skill you learn are skills you would have or could have learned with enough time."

Her hand trailed down until her finger stopped at the place where his heart should be.

"You were born special. Your very existence is a game changer and when you finally realize your true powers… You will be able to stand above anyone and everyone."

"'Origin.'"

"Indeed. More than me, this Library, or even Genesis… You obtained three powerful Ex ranked Authorities that belong to no one else other than you thanks to your inherent power and nothing else."

There was an unmistakable amount of pride in Eve's voice as she spoke those words. And her eyes even twinkled as she gazed at her newest family member.

"You don't realize how much this means. But each of those Ex rank skills is a seed that can transform into a powerful godly authority. Even for long-established gods, having one or two authorities of such a high grade would be a miracle."

Generally, only primordial gods of a particular pantheon had the same authority as Adam. In fact, 'The World' was so unique that most gods would salivate at the mere thought of acquiring such a skill.

'He will have to avoid the Astral Realm before he is 100% sure of his survival.'

"Thanks for the pep talk."

"This is a grandmother's job. Hehe."

The atmosphere was warm and the two were content to bask in the silence of the end.

Eve was very happy to have someone to talk to outside of reading books.

As long as she had lived, she was also in need of contact.

Even the gods explored the world because they wished to not be left alone.

Being immortal with no one close to you to actually share that immortality was heart wrecking.

But soon…she was sure that her family would be once again reunited.

Adam had many questions about his powers, 'Adaptation,' 'Eternal Damnation,' and so many more of his plethora of skills. But he was in no hurry to get the answers.

As long as he didn't open a book in the bronze section, he could stay here for around a year or even more.

Perhaps it was time for him to settle down for some time and think about his future without having to stress about anything else.

He could also put some work into increasing his basic combat skills. This would undoubtedly decrease the overall time he could spend in this place, as each strenuous action simply decreased the capacity of his soul, but it would certainly be useful for him in the future.

"So…Why don't we talk about your relationship…"

"Huh?"

"I mean. If I am going to be a great grandmother, I would like to know more about my future granddaughter in-laws now, don't I?"

Adam smiled awkwardly, wondering if talking about marriage and children was truly the only thing that old people could think about when speaking.

"I mean…I am only 21."

"Oh pfft~! Silly child… I already had four healthy children when I was two years old. Two pairs of twins."

Adam covered his face, "This sounds so very wrong… Ughhh…"

Both Eve and Adam had been created directly as adults with mature minds but it was true that if their true ages were to be taken into account…

"Hahaha. I know. I am teasing you. From the moment I was created, I already had the mind of an adult. Though I lacked experience and fell for a trap because of my greed."

A shadow passed but she did not dwell in the mistake of the past. This was an event that could not be altered nor stopped.

Even in the hundreds of millions of possible alternate futures, everything started from the moment she ate the forbidden.

After all, she too was a singularity.

"But even so, in ancient times, someone your age and with your position would already have many wives and children."

Her words showed none of her inner turmoil. Furthermore She was quite serious about this matter,

"In fact, from what I know, humanity encourages powerful male hunters to sow as many seeds as possible to give birth to more potential powerhouses."

Obviously, she cared more about having her great-grandchildren.

As much as she loved humanity as a whole, it was hard for her to care for anyone in particular because of how far removed she was from them by now.

She was nothing more than a far-removed ancestor.

But Adam and his future children would be a different matter.

"Hehe. I cannot wait. I wonder if I should introduce you to some women in the Astral Realm when you become stronger. We need many talented but kind woman."

— And so… Adam watched speechlessly as Eve already started making plans about his children and future marriage.

"I can introduce you to literal goddesses, immortal cultivators, devilish beauties, beautiful monsters who obtained a human form. But honestly I would be happy if you got a few immortal cultivators pregnant. Those Humans are a different kind of humans but we are the closest."

Immortal cultivators or demigods were truly a great choice.

"Speaking of. You are in a close relationship with a demigoddess, right? Do you plan to bed her?"

"Huh…"

Elders were truly terrifying with their point blank questions that ignored shame with no hesitation.