Chapter 2: The Beginning After the End

First Chaos, Light Space.

A brilliant azure sphere flashed through the cosmic sea of stars, its speed far outstripping the limits of light itself. In hot pursuit, a crimson orb gave chase, struggling to match the cerulean trailblazer's blistering pace. With a searing beam of light, the red sphere launched an attack, only for time itself to grind to a halt.

The spatial fabric shredded, depositing both luminous spheres into the fathomless depths of deep space. In a cosmic metamorphosis, the two orbs transformed, taking on humanoid forms - identical save for their contrasting colors. They now appeared as a tall, well-toned teenage youth with flowing locks and glassy, emotionless eyes. Long white daoist robes clung to their muscular frames, the only distinguishing feature being the vibrant hues of their hair and eyes - one a fiery crimson, the other a cool azure.

[Notice] [Contract fulfillment interrupted]

[Processing] [Do we fight or prioritize fulfilling the Contract?]

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[Action] [Delivering the contract shall take priority]

The azure figure spoke, his tone robotic and devoid of inflection as he turned away.

Chapter end