Chapter 491 Three Questions
Standing in the void of the universe, beneath your feet are the majestic and slowly rotating galaxies. Behind the flowing nebulae, billions of stars are twinkling with light.
As far as the eye can see, there is only a towering boulder throne standing like a mountain. Surrounding the throne are countless stone bases, and unknown objects are suspended on each base. The surface of the object is covered with Wearing some kind of fabric with no visible texture, the object falls into a hazy state.
On the simple and solemn stone throne, the ancient immortal floats quietly.
Distance seems to have lost its meaning here. The two seem to span millions of light years, but they seem to be close at hand and visible when looking up. They seem to be out of reach, but they can clearly see each other. image and listen to the other person's voice.
It was an extremely large humanoid figure, so huge that its size had lost the value of evaluation. The humanoid body was covered with the same fabric that covered the base object, as if it were covered with a simple robe.
On his head, a light gray veil shimmered, covering his face. The veil was so thin that it seemed that he could see through it at a glance, but even with all his eyesight, he could not make out the face behind the veil.
Beside the giant, the lingering whispers and whispers seem to contain everything in the world, but they are incomprehensible.
Lin Qi breathed a sigh of relief.
The moment he saw the other person, Lynch already knew the other person's identity.
In distant time and space, on the giant stone throne outside the universe, the ancient eternal being Tavel At Umr floats on it, waiting for the creatures who pass through the Silver Gate to guide them. Pass through the ultimate gate, step into the ultimate abyss, witness the secret of the origin of the world, and touch the eternal truth of all things in the universe.
This is definitely the evil god among evil gods. Yog-Sothoth is an existence that he cannot peek into yet. Although this is his clone, the difference should not be big.
However, the strange thing is that after meeting the other person, Lynch did not feel any discomfort except for a mysterious and weird feeling, just like seeing an ordinary person standing there.
But still a little nervous, Lynch took a deep breath to calm down, tried to smile as calmly as possible, and walked towards the other party.
Take one step and suddenly span endless space.
The next moment, Lynch was standing in front of the giant stone throne, looking up at the human figure floating in front of the throne.
The human figure was just as big as it was just now, and it was still that big now. The body shape did not change due to the change in distance. It completely overturned all the principles of physics and gave Lynch an incomprehensible sense of wonder for a moment.
Maybe this is the gods. Rules are only for mortal things. The gods themselves are the rules, so they are naturally not bound by the rules.
While gazing at the other person, Lynch "heard" the other person's words.
It was a very special feeling. There was no listening to the sound, no reading of the text, or even conscious communication. All communication processes were completely omitted, but the result of the communication was already produced. Lynch "listened" and understood. What the other party wants to express.
"Welcome, the awakened one under the crimson moonlight."
Um? Awakener?
The familiar title made Lin Qi's heart move.
When he first traveled through time, his neighbors called him that. Was it just a coincidence? Impossible, there must be some connection.
But since he had promised his neighbor not to delve into the matter further, Lin Qi gave up the analysis and nodded at the neighbor with a smile.
"The followers of Crimson Moon only represent me personally and pay tribute to the Supreme Being."
As he spoke, he observed carefully.
The feeling just now is indeed not an illusion. The feeling of looking at the other person is the same as that of contacting ordinary people. The only difference is that the face covered by the veil seems to have a huge attraction, making people's curiosity more and more difficult to control, and they can't bear it. I just want to open it and take a look.
Stop your curiosity and don’t peep at things you shouldn’t peep at.
The Yi people's parting advice flashed through his mind, and Lynch immediately realized that the other party must be referring to the current situation. I am afraid that this curiosity is not unique to him, but the other party's true appearance behind the veil. The powerful allure of the belt.
Fortunately, with the reminder from the Yi people, Lin Qi immediately realized that there was something wrong with him, quickly looked away, and thought of lifting the veil...
No, this makes him want to lift it even more.
It's like installing a button with unknown purpose on the wall. Maybe not many people will press it, but if it says "Don't press it", then there must be a lot of people with cheap hands.
Fortunately, the exchange he “heard” again distracted his curiosity:
“I am the guide of the ultimate abyss. From the beginning to the end, I will always stay here, waiting for the creatures who pursue the truth. No matter what the reason is, if you come through the Silver Gate, you will be qualified to accept the test, step into the ultimate abyss, witness the glory of truth, and accept the gift of Yog-Sothoth.”
With Lynch’s understanding, Behind the giant stone throne, a huge crack that almost spanned the entire space appeared in Lynch's eyes. The crack was so deep and bottomless that it was so dark that he couldn't see anything. "Yog-Sothoth lingers here, with the truth."
"Is this the legendary Gate of Truth behind the Silver Gate?" Lynch stared into the abyss for a long time before softly saying, "So, what's the price?"
"The price depends on How strong is your determination to pursue the truth, and how strong your will is.”
"Are you willing to give up your life for the truth?" Lin Qi raised the corner of his mouth and shook his head. "I'm a little curious. From ancient times to the present, has anyone really been here, witnessed the glory of the truth, and then left normally alive?"
“Yes, by the time you are there, a total of seventy-two individuals have passed through the Silver Gate, and among them, a total of eighteen individuals have passed the test and witnessed the truth.”
"What about those who live to bear witness to the truth? Do they also exist?"
"One, he witnessed the origin of the world and rose to the highest ranks as a mortal."
Is there such a person? There is no record in history. Is it true that all my history has been returned to the school?
"It is true. History may not witness it, but time will definitely not forget it, so do you want to try to be the second one?"
Lin Qi smiled and shook his head without any hesitation: "I never like to get to the bottom of things, and I have no interest in the truth at all."
A faint sigh seemed to come from the deep void.
"Oh, I prefer to grasp the reality. To me, this is the truth." Lynch bowed apologetically, "So, I accept the kindness, but please forgive me for refusing. I am on this trip The only purpose is to retrieve the miraculous light that the Milt brothers gave you as agreed.”
"Okay."
As the thoughts were conveyed, the surrounding stone bases disappeared one by one, and finally only one remained, appearing in front of Lin Qi. Covered by fabric, Lin Qi could not feel any dirt. stimulation.
“The Necronomicon you found has been of great help to us. According to the agreement, the light of miracles will always belong to you until it condenses and takes shape again next time.”
"Tsk, so this is a tacit admission that I must break it?"
"...But before I hand it over to you, as usual, you have to go through a test. You have to answer three questions from me. The answer is out, you can take away the light of miracles”
“What if you can’t answer it?”
"Then we will keep paying attention to you until you answer."
"Wait, why do I think this is the purpose? You didn't intend for me to answer from the beginning." ”
Lin Qi felt the muscles in the corners of his eyes twitching, realizing that he might have encountered another voyeur who stared at him every day.
Um? Why should I say it again?
【……】
“Forget it, just ask.”
Lynch sighed and gave up the struggle.
"Who are you, where do you come from, and where are you going?" The old question came from the consciousness, but it was immediately supplemented, "This is not a philosophical game that you creatures like to play, this is These are substantive questions. Think carefully before answering."
Lin Qi pursed his lips and realized that these three questions were by no means simple, because he was troubled by them just now.
What am I? Am I really a time-traveling soul? Why do I appear in this world? What will I end up doing?
These questions are exactly the three questions of the ancient immortals.
For a moment, Lin Qi was completely stunned and speechless, not knowing how to answer.
(End of this chapter)