Arthur stood up, his decision made.
"Aixen," he called out.
The artifact spirit appeared instantly. "Yes, Master?"
"I'm entering the time chamber. I'll forge the final nine stars and consolidate my foundation completely. With the 100:1 time dilation, I should have plenty of time."
"As you command, Master. The time chamber is prepared and waiting."
Arthur took one last look around the meditation chamber, then walked toward the deepest part of the palace.
The time chamber was located in the very heart of the Nine Heavens Palace. It was a space that existed outside normal reality, where time flowed according to the palace's will rather than the natural laws of the universe.
As Arthur entered, he felt the shift immediately. The air was different here—thicker, heavier with potential. Every second in this place carried weight.
