The Witcher: Start with the Lord Marrying a Wife.

Chapter 517 Civilization Tombstone
The members of the expedition team were utterly shocked and filled with awe at what they witnessed.

They knew that David had undergone a complete transformation and had become a being with divine power.

This also means that their future adventures will be even more full of unknowns and challenges.

In the endless universe, the expedition continues its journey, searching for hidden secrets and unknown threats.

This time, they arrived at an ancient and mysterious frontline base, where a device known as the "Civilization Tombstone" was hidden, said to possess the power to reverse fate.

The ruins of the front-line base looked particularly desolate under the starlight, with broken buildings and scattered equipment seemingly telling tales of past glory and tragedy.

The expedition team carefully traversed the ruins, searching for traces of the tombstones of civilization.

After a difficult search, they finally found the legendary device in a hidden basement.

The Civilization Tombstone is a huge stone monument, its surface covered with intricate runes and patterns, exuding an ancient and mysterious aura.

At the top of the stone tablet are the real names of seventy-two wizards, each name seemingly containing endless power and wisdom.

Cynthia stood before the tombstone, gazing at the ancient runes and names, a strange excitement welling up inside her.

She was well aware of the importance of the device and understood the potential consequences it might bring.

However, faced with the abyss's relentless encroachment, she must make a choice.

She took a deep breath, focused her mind, and tried to connect with the civilized tombstone.

However, the device seemed to have its own will and ignored Cynthia's attempts.

She reluctantly increased her intensity, but felt a powerful backlash that was almost unbearable.

Just then, David's voice rang in her ear: "Cynthia, don't push yourself. This device may have its own rules and limitations."

Cynthia looked up at David, a hint of hesitation flashing in her eyes.

However, she quickly hardened her resolve: "No, David. We must try. The threat from the Abyss is growing, and we cannot stand idly by."

David looked at Cynthia's determined eyes and sighed helplessly.

He knew he couldn't persuade her to change her mind, so he could only stand silently by her side, offering her support.

Cynthia refocused her attention, attempting to establish a deeper connection with the tombstone of civilization.

This time, she was no longer in a hurry to achieve results, but patiently felt that ancient power flowing through her body.

Gradually, she seemed to become one with the tombstone, able to feel its pulse and breath.

Just then, the tombstone of civilization suddenly began to flash with a dazzling light.

The ancient runes seemed to come alive, swirling and intertwining around the stone tablet to form complex and mysterious patterns.

Cynthia felt a powerful force surging from the tombstone, instantly devouring the surrounding abyssal energy.

However, this absorption comes at a price.

As the devouring continued, the technological creations in the frontline base began to disappear one by one, as if erased by some force.

Cynthia was startled. She realized that the rate of consumption was directly proportional to the complexity of the civilization, and technological creations became the first victims.

She tried to control the power of the tombstone, only to find herself already inextricably linked to it, unable to easily separate.

She could only watch helplessly as those precious technological creations disappeared before her eyes, her heart filled with helplessness and regret.

However, just when she was almost in despair, an amazing discovery rekindled her hope.

She discovered that the real names of the seventy-two wizards engraved on the tombstones had begun to glow, and each name corresponded to a complex rune pattern.

She seemed to see the wisdom and power of the seventy-two wizards in these names and runes, and also the sacrifices they made to protect the universe.

Cynthia took a deep breath and tried to connect her consciousness with these names and runes.

She felt an unprecedented power surge into her body, as if she were resonating with the entire universe.

She opened her eyes suddenly, with a determined light flashing in them.

“I understand!” she cried. “This tombstone isn’t just for devouring the abyss; it’s the culmination of the wisdom of seventy-two wizards! I can use it to control the abyss, even reverse its erosion!”

As she spoke, she completely merged her consciousness into the tombstone, transforming it into a stream of data to control the device.

With her control, the tombstone's power became more precise and powerful, selectively absorbing abyssal energy instead of indiscriminately erasing technological creations.

However, this transformation has come at a great cost.

As Cynthia merged with the tombstone, she gradually lost her physical form and became a pure stream of data.

Although she gained immense power, she also forever lost her existence as a physical being.

David and the other members of the expedition felt both heartbroken and deeply moved by what they saw.

They knew that Cynthia had made enormous sacrifices to protect the universe, and they understood the responsibilities and mission she bore.

Just then, as the tombstone was activated, a fleeting afterimage of David's seven rings appeared.

The afterimage flashed by, but it left a deep impression on everyone present.

They seemed to see some mysterious connection between David and Cynthia, and their shared determination and courage to protect the universe.

With the stable operation of the civilization tombstone, the erosion of the abyss was gradually contained.

Although Cynthia has lost her physical form, her spirit and power will forever remain with them, becoming their strongest support.

The Molten Core Throne, an ancient and majestic ruin, sits on the edge of the universe, its interior concealing countless unknown secrets and dangers.

After overcoming numerous hardships, the expedition team finally reached the bottom of the ruins, ready to unveil its final secrets.

As they ventured deeper, the surrounding air began to become scorching and distorted, as if even the light had lost its direction.

At the bottom of the Molten Core Throne is a huge cavern, in the center of which stands a massive sphere emitting a faint blue light—the legendary "Core of Gluttony."

This core exudes a chilling aura, as if it could devour all matter.

The members of the expedition team involuntarily took a few steps back, their eyes filled with awe and fear.

They knew that the power contained within this core was enough to overturn the balance of the entire universe.

David stood at the very front of the group, gazing at the enormous sphere. His eyes held both curiosity and vigilance; he knew that as the leader of the expedition, he had to shoulder the responsibility of exploring the unknown and ensuring safety.

He slowly took a step forward, trying to observe the core of this original sin of gluttony more closely.

However, just as he got close, a powerful force suddenly surged forth, violently throwing him to the ground.

He struggled to his feet and found that the surrounding matter began to decompose rapidly, turning into clumps of basic particles, as if even the air had lost its form at that moment.

"What's going on?" David exclaimed. He tried to use the strong nuclear force to stabilize the surrounding matter, but found that the strong nuclear force had completely failed at this moment.

The members of the expedition were also gripped by panic. They watched as the surrounding matter continued to decompose and felt an unprecedented sense of despair.

However, David suddenly noticed some familiar patterns on the outer shell of the core of the Gluttony Sin.

He examined it carefully and was surprised to find that the patterns were strikingly similar to those on his skull from his previous life.

"Could it be..." A sense of foreboding welled up in David's heart. He couldn't believe that he had such a deep connection with the core of the original sin of gluttony.

Just then, the core of Gluttony's Original Sin suddenly emitted a deafening roar, followed by a powerful energy wave sweeping over.

The members of the expedition were all thrown back by this force, and only David managed to keep his footing thanks to his strong willpower.

He looked at the constantly vibrating core, and a strange impulse welled up inside him.

He seemed to hear a voice calling to him, urging him to merge with the core of the original sin of gluttony.

He knew that doing so might come at a huge cost, but he was willing to take any risk in order to protect the universe.

He took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and completely relaxed his mind.

Immediately afterwards, he felt a powerful force envelop him, instantly merging him with the core of the Gluttony Sin.

During this process, he felt his sense of taste and satiety gradually disappearing, as if his body was being devoured by this core.

However, when he opened his eyes again, he found that he had gained unprecedented power.

He can sense the fluctuations and changes in the surrounding matter, and even manipulate them to recombine according to his will.

He knew he had successfully integrated the core of the Gluttony Sin, but he also understood that he had paid a huge price for it.

The members of the expedition were shocked by the changes in David. They were happy for David’s great strength, but also saddened by his loss of taste and satiety.

However, David simply smiled faintly and indicated that he was willing to pay any price to protect this universe.

Just then, a faint fluctuation suddenly came from the core of the Gluttony Sin.

David keenly detected the fluctuation and discovered that a consciousness was sealed within it.

He tried to communicate with this consciousness, only to be surprised to find that it was actually the consciousness of the first Observer Executive.

"Who are you?" David asked in surprise.

“I am the first executor of the Observer,” the consciousness replied. “I once tried to seal away the core of this original sin of gluttony, but I failed. Now that it has reappeared, I must stop the catastrophe it brings.”

David felt a surge of respect as he listened to the words of the first executive officer, knowing that the mission he bore was now even more important.

He decided to join forces with the first Executive Officer to combat the threat posed by the core of the Gluttony Sin.

In the days that followed, David and the members of the expedition worked together to study the nature and characteristics of the core of the gluttony sin, searching for a way to seal it away.

They experienced countless failures and setbacks, but never gave up hope.

Because they know that as long as they are united and forge ahead, nothing can stop them from protecting the peace and tranquility under this starry sky.

While the core of the Gluttony Sin is powerful and dangerous, its weaknesses have gradually become apparent through their efforts.

David, together with the first Executive Officer, devised a brilliant plan to seal it away in one fell swoop.

In this process, David constantly honed his will and abilities and gradually grew into a true leader and protector.

In a thrilling battle, David and the expedition successfully sealed the core of the Gluttony Sin, averting its catastrophic consequences.

The expedition found no peace after the Molten Throne incident.

During an expedition deep into the unknown, they unexpectedly discovered a startling secret—abyssal creatures were parasitizing the concept of "anger."

This discovery completely overturned their understanding of the universe and foreshadowed a new crisis brewing.

It was a dark and damp cave, with a suffocating atmosphere in the air.

Armed with powerful flashlights, the expedition team carefully explored every corner of the cave.

Suddenly, Miwei, the young female scientist in the group, stopped in her tracks, her gaze drawn to a strange pattern on the cave wall.

The pattern was composed of complex runes, seemingly telling some ancient and mysterious story.

Miwei approached for a closer look, but suddenly felt a surge of inexplicable anger welling up inside her.

She tried to control her emotions, but the anger spread like wildfire, making her almost unable to control herself.

Just then, an eerie light suddenly flashed in the pattern, and a tiny parasite slowly crawled out of the rune and quickly attached itself to Mivi's arm.

She tried in terror to shake off the horrible thing, only to find that it was already deeply rooted under her skin.

"Mivi! What's wrong?" The members of the expedition team noticed Mivi's unusual behavior and gathered around her.

They felt a chill run down their spines as they looked at Mivi's pained expression and the writhing parasite on her arm.

Miwei gritted her teeth, trying hard to control her emotions.

She realized that the parasite had some mysterious connection to her anger, and that her emotional fluctuations seemed to be accelerating the parasite's incubation.

She took a deep breath, closed her eyes, and tried to calm herself down.

However, the parasite's incubation speed was getting faster and faster, and Mivi felt a powerful force surging within her body.

She opened her eyes and found that tiny cracks were appearing on her face, as if something was trying to break through her skin.

"No! I can't let this thing control me!" Mivi roared, her anger reaching its peak once again.

But this time, she did not choose to escape or resist; instead, she tried to accept this force.

(End of this chapter)