[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-rebirth-100-days-before-doomsday":3,"chapter-rebirth-100-days-before-doomsday-rebirth-100-days-before-doomsday-chapter-364":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Rebirth: 100 Days Before Doomsday",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1399126,1852,"Chapter 364: The Integration Process","rebirth-100-days-before-doomsday-chapter-364",364,"\u003Cp>Rune didn’t hesitate. He clenched his fingers tighter around the jade ring and his power surged instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn’t just a flicker, or just a threat, but a full, controlled flare of energy that wrapped around his hand like a living storm. The faint green glow of the ring turned unstable, pulsing erratically under the pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Across from him, Carter’s expression sharpened instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Enough,\" Carter said, his voice carrying a warning edge. \"I already told you-I no longer have the book.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune didn’t respond. Didn’t even acknowledge him. His gaze remained locked on Carter, unblinking, unwavering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then, he pushed more power into the ring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air cracked and a sharp ripple spread outward as the energy intensified. To everyone watching, it looked exactly like what Rune had threatened... destruction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ring trembled faintly under the strain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rune-\" one of the Magik warriors muttered under his breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the High Lord’s eyes narrowed slightly. But Rune didn’t stop, because in his mind there was another voice speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Increase output.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was calm, precise, and unshaken compared to his outer surrounding. It actually grounded him in a way he didn’t even realize he needed in that moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His jaw tightened slightly at the new command. Because he knew this might actually damage the ring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pressure building within the jade was no longer theoretical. He could feel the fine cracks threatening to form along its structure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, he obeyed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More power surged into the ring. Its glow intensified, turning sharper, brighter... unstable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter’s stance shifted, subtly but unmistakably. And he called out loudly, \"Elisar, stop!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune ignored him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Stabilize flow. Maintain escalation.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>2025’s voice continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune adjusted instinctively, channeling his energy more precisely - less chaotic, more focused. The strain didn’t lessen, but it became controlled, directed, purposeful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Lock acquired.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint pulse rippled through the ring, and Rune immediately sensed another presence inside the jade - 2025.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Integration sequence initiated.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a pause for barely a second or two before the countdown began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[5...]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune’s grip tightened further, and across from him, Carter’s composure cracked slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Stop!\" he barked, stepping forward now, his voice carrying real urgency. \"You’ll destroy it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[4...]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune said nothing. On the other hand, the energy around his hand grew sharper, more volatile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[3...]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The warriors behind him tensed. Some instinctively braced themselves while others stared, caught between disbelief and anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[2...]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter’s eyes flashed as he snapped, \"Are you insane?! Let’s talk.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[1...]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Integration in progress.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shift was immediate and subtle, but unmistakable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Reduce output. Maintain steady flow.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune exhaled slowly before carefully he pulled his power back. The violent surge receded, and got replaced by a controlled, steady stream that continued to seep into the jade ring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ring’s glow stabilized and the tremble ceased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter let out a quiet breath of relief. But his expression darkened immediately afterward. \"You have got nerve,\" he said coldly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But beneath the irritation, the greed remained burning and unchanged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune didn’t reply. He simply watched and waited. Because now, they had him right where they wanted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter exhaled once, regaining his composure. \"Fine,\" he said at last. \"You want the book?\" A faint, mocking smile returned to his lips. \"I can give it to you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze sharpened slightly as he added, \"Though I doubt you’ll ever be able to use it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His hand lifted and he spread his palm out. Power gathered and a ripple of energy formed above his hand, coalescing into shape and solidifying u til finally a book appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was old, thick, and clearly ancient. And while its cover had worn out, it was still unmistakable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Across the battlefield, every eye locked onto it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune’s grip tightened slightly. While inside his mind-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Integration progress: 65%.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They needed more time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter tilted his head slightly. \"There it is,\" he said. \"The answer you are so desperate for.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune didn’t move, didn’t reach, didn’t react. And that made Carter’s eyes narrow again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well?\" he prompted. \"Or are you going to keep playing games?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune finally spoke, \"Send it to me first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The words landed flat, and instantly, tension spiked again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter’s expression darkened. \"You are pushing your luck,\" he said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune’s gaze didn’t waver as he replied calmly, \"So are you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a pause and then Carter let out a quiet breath through his nose. \"Fine,\" he said. \"We do this together.\" His tone sharpened. \"I send the book. You send the ring. No tricks.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside Rune’s mind-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[78%...]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were getting closer, but they still needed a few more minutes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune didn’t argue, but he also didn’t agree immediately. He just simply stood there calculating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter’s patience thinned further. \"Now,\" he said. It was a warning, and not a request.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[85%...]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune exhaled slowly and spoke at last, \"Alright.\" But even then, he didn’t move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter’s eyes flashed with irritation. \"What now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune’s gaze flicked briefly to the warriors surrounding them before returning to Carter. \"Pull your men back,\" he said. \"Move them to your side. All of them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter’s jaw tightened. \"You think I’m a fool?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think I don’t trust you,\" Rune replied calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A tense pause followed, but then Carter let out a sharp breath. \"...Fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gestured slightly and his forces responded instantly, pulling back, regrouping behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In response, the Magik Realm’s warriors shifted as well - falling back and gathering behind the High Lord and Rune.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[93%...]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Almost there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune spoke again. \"There’s one last thing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That did it. Carter’s patience snapped. \"Enough!\" he barked. \"You are testing limits you don’t understand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rune didn’t react and simply said, \"I want a clear path out.\" His tone remained calm, unyielding. \"Open every gate. Remove every trap between here and the exit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter stared at him for a long, hard minute before he asked slowly, \"And why would I do that?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Because I don’t trust you,\" Rune replied simply. \"I don’t want to take any chances with my people’s safe exit from here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[95%...]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You really don’t know when to stop,\" Carter muttered, and then he lifted his hand. His power instantly surged outward, and for a split second, every Magik warrior tensed. They got ready to defend, to counter... but the attack never came.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead, the energy swept past them, through the corridors, through the base, and everywhere it touched... traps vanished, doors disintegrated, and barriers collapsed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire path behind them got cleared completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carter lowered his hand, and then looked back at Rune. \"It’s done,\" he said. His voice carried a final edge now. He had no more patience, no more tolerance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now,\" he continued, \"we finish this.\" His gaze sharpened as he added, \"If you spoke any nonsense again-\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The book hovering above his palm pulsed faintly as power gathering around it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"-I will destroy this right here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes flicked past Rune - to the warriors behind him. \"And then, I will destroy every single one of you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1158,"2026-06-05T23:21:21.578Z",1,"novelbin.me","435c13623ff0ec4a6256d2ed575d5909b9a0545b392fd66fea0ff4b140a27bb3","rebirth-100-days-before-doomsday-chapter-365","rebirth-100-days-before-doomsday-chapter-363",375,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frebirth-100-days-before-doomsday-cover.jpg"]