Moonlit: Happy 100th chapters, everyone!~
This is the reason behind the countless flaws in the chaotic universe, and also one of the important reasons the Mechanoids are hunting down humans and humanoid species. Curiosity and imagination are human nature. If this nature cannot be eradicated, then humanity itself must be eradicated.
However, even so, it cannot stop the expansion of the Chaotic World. The creatures born in the Chaotic World have thoughts of their own, and they, too, will become observers.
This is a terrifying and unstoppable chain reaction. Killing humans is merely a temporary relief. The Mechanoids understand this, which is why they are delaying time in search of a solution. But this solution is a core secret of the Mechanoids, and it was destroyed when the sub-brain malfunctioned.
Now, they can only hope that T33674 will find some clues in the remaining undestroyed data.
Of course, the collapse of the Chaotic World is not so simple and the observation of dark matter is not the traditional kind of observation. It is an extremely complicated process. The appearance of the first observer is especially difficult, but the very unfortunate thing is that once the first observer appears and the established fact is formed, it becomes much easier for others to observe!
After all, humans are naturally inclined to observe reality and think about the reality they see, which is precisely the result the Mechanoids greatly fear and do not want to see.
The reason Shu Bao understands dark matter is also because the mouse has always been interested in these things. The world he grew up in was also searching for the existence of dark matter. But research in that world was still at the stage of mere speculation.
As for Fu Qing, he is not a butterfly interested in science. Compared to science, he loves cultivation more. So, naturally, he couldn’t understand the snippets of conversation from others.
While Fu Qing was trying to convince himself not to pay attention to this matter, a dizzy and confused Yu Lingqi passed by, muttering to himself, “So that’s it… it’s the observation… it’s the observation that caused it.”
Fu Qing: “…” Did even this bait figure it out, while he still hadn’t understood a thing?
With his mind in a mess, Yu Lingqi looked up and happened to see Fu Qing. Facing the powerful senior, Yu Lingqi naturally wouldn’t show any weakness. He grinned and gave a knowing smile, “So it’s the observation, I understand now.”
Fu Qing nodded expressionlessly, “Yes, it’s the observation.”
Seeing Fu Qing remain calm, Yu Lingqi couldn’t help but admire him, “As expected of a senior, even knowing this secret, you can remain so calm.” He hadn’t understood the principle just now, but the secret itself was enough to shock him. Looking at Fu Qing, it was clear that he showed no signs of disturbance.
After Yu Lingqi walked away, Fu Qing’s antennae immediately drooped. Could it be that among all these people, the dumbest one is the butterfly? Fu Qing, always first in everything, was now last, and it was such a disappointment.
After Shu Bao woke up, the team began preparing to return. When he noticed Fu Qing’s drooping antennae, the mouse climbed onto Fu Qing’s head, patted his head with his claws, and comforted him, “Don’t worry, I’ll give you half the city and we’ll definitely find more Mechanoids’ ruins in the future.”
Fu Qing’s base was also under development, so he didn’t refuse Shu Bao’s offer. However, at this moment, his concern was not the Mechanoid City, but the fact that the butterfly still hadn’t figured things out. Even that bait had become lively, holding daily debates with Yinzhu.
Looking at Fu Qing’s drooping antennae, Shu Bao scratched his head, “Do you want some water or a head wash?”
Fu Qing: “???”
Feeling down, Fu Qing accepted the mouse’s suggestion and decided to wash his head. Then the fluffy little creature bounced around, eager to help. In the end, after Fu Qing finished his wash, the fluffy one had a bath as well.
The two of them, damp from the wash, stood in the Mechanoids’ drying room, enjoying the comfortable breeze and temperature. After they came out, Shu Bao felt refreshed and Fu Qing temporarily let go of his worries. Since the secret was with the Mechanoids, he decided to continue working hard. There was no need to dwell on it.
Two days later, everything was packed up and the group climbed onto the dragon cub to head back. Before leaving, Shu Bao waved his chubby paw. In an instant, half of the grand Mechanoid City disappeared. Fu Qing casually took the other half.
As for the others, T33674 said that he had obtained the most valuable reward from this trip and was already busy deciphering things even on the back of the dragon. Tesla, on the other hand, had selected a few buildings he was interested in from the city and stored them in his ring, leaving the rest behind.
What surprised Yu Lingqi was that Shu Bao said he had saved some for him. However, since the system bracelet’s space was limited, he couldn’t carry any buildings, so he’d have to deliver them to the base.
At that moment, Yu Lingqi felt like the entire mouse was glowing. He nearly wanted to kiss it. After all, he hadn’t done much during this trip except being forced to run some distance. To his surprise, even so, he still had something to show for it.
Following T33674’s coordinates, the dragon cub sped toward the dark sky. After a while, they seemed to crash into an invisible membrane, disappearing into the Chaotic World.
Shu Bao and the others had long taken protective measures for their eyes. When they emerged, it was just in time for the night. The twinkling stars outlined the contours of the real world, easing the strain on their eyes that hadn’t seen sunlight for a long time.
Eager to return home and having already rested in the Chaotic World for a long time, the group didn’t linger. They traveled straight through the night toward their tribe.
When they arrived, it was spring again. However, they had no idea how many years had passed in the outside world.
After several days of travel, the team finally saw the shadow of buildings in the distance. But as they got closer, their excitement gradually turned into confusion.
“Is that still the Xia Wang Tribe?” Yu Lingqi stood on the little dragon’s head, gazing at the fantastical city in the distance.
Judging from the surrounding geography, the location seemed correct, but the small tribe that once existed seemed to have transformed in the blink of an eye. The city walls were taller and more massive, and there were many new, grand, and neatly arranged buildings. More importantly, the small tribe had expanded nearly a hundredfold and had become a full-fledged city.
From high up in the sky, some scenes in the city could be seen. The distinctive wooden houses that had once stood there were gone, replaced by towering, magnificent pavilions, one after another. Additionally, many Western-style buildings had appeared, constructed of stone, such as castles. These unique Western and Eastern architectural styles were blended seamlessly, without the slightest sense of discord.
The city in the distance, full of fantastical colors, was so different from before that Shu Bao and the others didn’t dare confirm that it was Xia Wang Tribe.
In the end, it was T33674 who spoke up to affirm it, “I’ve contacted the clan members. The signal source is indeed in the city.”
Shu Bao was somewhat surprised and then began to wonder how much time had passed since he left, as the changes to the base were so dramatic.
T33674 clearly read everyone’s doubts and said, “I just synchronized with the clan members’ time. The time difference is thirty-seven years, five months, and five days.”
Shu Bao: “…” Thankfully, the clan members at the base were reliable. At least, it seemed like the development of the base hadn’t been significantly impacted.
Fu Qing: “…” People’s lifespans weren’t long in this era. After thirty-seven years, most of the people at the base would probably have changed.
Yu Lingqi: “…” Great, a thirty-year broadcast hiatus—my live-stream room is probably long gone by now.
In the silence, the three dragon cubs slowly approached the city.
Meanwhile, in Xia Wang City, there were many new faces, but also many familiar ones. Whether magic or knights, their lifespans had been extended. Genius figures like the high priest and Mu Bao looked almost unchanged.
When the people of Xia Wang City saw the three massive magical dragons approaching quickly from the distance, everyone froze. The familiar faces couldn’t believe their eyes. After thirty years, their deity had finally returned?!
The new faces also couldn’t believe their eyes. Xia Wang City wasn’t lacking magical beasts, but this was the first time they had seen dragons! In their memories, it seemed that only the legendary deity possessed two giant dragons. However, since they arrived in Xia Wang City, they hadn’t seen the deity.
The people of Xia Wang said that their deity had left on a dragon to explore the wider world. Over time, the deity had gradually become a legend.
Later arrivals even doubted whether the deity truly existed, wondering if the deity was just a lie created by Xia Wang Tribe to cover up their status as a forsaken tribe.
But it was undeniable that Xia Wang City had developed rapidly. There were powerful magical beasts, mysterious magic, and strong knights here.
With the expansion of the city, the population of Xia Wang City grew, though not everyone believed in the Deity of Xia Wang. Still, this didn’t hinder their lives in the city. The city’s administrators were very tolerant of its residents, never forcing them to believe. They simply kept telling stories of their deity. Whenever they spoke of the deity, their eyes sparkled with light.
Thanks to the freedom of belief, more and more people joined Xia Wang. Xia Wang still maintained the tradition of going out to assist others between winter and spring each year. However, commercial trade had turned into a year-round activity, no longer restricted by seasons. In fact, the city had become the trade center of the surrounding areas, as it never lacked resources and had all kinds of rare and unusual items.
The people of Xia Wang lived this way: those with faith waited for their deity, and those without faith looked forward to a prosperous life. And today, just like any other day, until a loud dragon’s roar came from the horizon. When people looked up, they saw the three giant dragons flapping their wings and quickly approaching!
“It’s the deity! It’s the deity!” Someone’s voice trembled with excitement.
“It’s a dragon! Oh my god!”
“Deity? Is it the deity of Xia Wang? Does Xia Wang really have a deity?”
“The deity has returned! The deity has returned!”
“Deity! Deity!”
“Is the deity of Xia Wang really riding a dragon?!”
……
At this moment, no matter whether people had faith or not, their emotions couldn’t be contained. It was a dragon! And the legendary deity who created Xia Wang—what kind of celestial being could they be?
