We agreed to set sail, so you'd become the ruler of the deep sea?

Chapter 385 Another Possibility of History

"Another world line?"

"The Seven Seas world, already destroyed?"

Hear these words.

Even Xia En, who thought he was mentally prepared, couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.

"What does it mean?"

Leila seemed unsure where to begin explaining, so she asked.

"First of all, Captain Shane, do you know the meaning of world lines?"

Shane nodded.

This concept was present in various science fiction works I encountered in my previous life.

Different world lines often refer to...

The outcome of a major historical event led the world to different outcomes.

for example.

What if Shane had refused Joey's request to board the ship on their first voyage?

That would create a timeline where Shane doesn't know Joey.

After that, his life and Joey's life would never intersect again.

of course.

Such personal matters rarely affect the overall global situation.

But if things go wrong on those crucial events, the situation is quite different.

For example...

The timeline where the Lord of Cinder was unable to prevent the Great Flood!
Seeing that Shane understood what she meant, Leila spoke up.

"Captain Shane, have you ever thought about this...?"

"In another possibility of history, the Lord of Cinder not only failed to prevent the apocalyptic flood, but also failed to mitigate its power."

"As a result, the world-destroying flood swept away the Seven Seas World without reservation."

"The world's sea level has reached an unbelievable height."

Leila recounted the scene with a serious expression, as if she had witnessed it herself.

"In that world, even the number of islands is very small, making it a true 'blue water world'."

"This also means the complete demise of human civilization."

Even if there are still some survivors in that world.

"But because its numbers are too few and it is gradually declining, it can no longer be considered a complete civilization."

"This is what I mean by the 'Seven Seas World' that has been destroyed."

Upon hearing these words, Xia En couldn't help but hold his breath.

Have to admit.

The other possibility that Leila mentioned does indeed exist.

After all, in Xia En's view...

The fact that Lord Cinder sealed away the Great Flood is actually an incredible feat.

Any problem that occurs during this stage could cause the plan to collapse.

Just quickly.

Another question popped into Xia En's mind.

If the Eternal Coffin is a relic from another timeline...

How did Lyra come to know about the existence of another timeline and obtain the "Coffin of Eternity"?

Shane simply asked Lyra the question directly.

Leila explained this.

"Actually, I'm not quite sure of the specific reasons either."

"But when I advanced to the Legendary level, I vaguely felt that something in the [Secret Sea] was calling to me."

"Therefore, after performing a complex and precise ritual."

"I successfully summoned that thing, and that is the origin of this [Eternal Coffin]."

"The moment I touched this coffin, the corresponding information automatically appeared in my mind."

"That's how I learned about the existence of another timeline."

"As for why this [Eternal Coffin] is calling me..."

"Thinking about it, perhaps it has something to do with me on that other timeline?"

"I see."

Xia En seemed to be deep in thought.

Although Leila's words still sound somewhat fantastical, most people probably wouldn't believe them at all.

But Shane believed that what he said was true.

If another timeline really exists.

So, Lyra in that world would surely try everything she could to prevent the disaster from happening before the destruction of the Seven Seas World.

And this "Eternal Coffin" is very likely the last legacy she left behind.

Thinking of this, Xia En couldn't help but ask.

"Laila, have you ever heard of the name Vivian?"

Leila's expression was somewhat strange, and she asked in confusion.

“Vivian…isn’t that our family name?”

"You mean, someone used it as a name?"

"If that's really the case, then it's probably just a code name or an alias, right?"

Xia En frowned slightly and asked again.

"Then, what about the Witch of Annihilation?"

Leila looked equally puzzled.

"The Witch of Annihilation, what is that?"

"Sounds like someone powerful."

Upon receiving this answer, Xia En's brows furrowed even deeper.

He had hoped to learn about Vivian's background from Leila.

But now it seems that even Lyra doesn't know Vivian's true identity?

Seeing the change in Shane's expression, Leila pondered for a moment and then spoke.

"Right now, I don't know who this Vivian you're talking about is."

"But if it were another version of me created by [Da Yan], perhaps it could give you the answer you're looking for?"

Upon hearing this, Xia En's eyes widened slightly in surprise.

"You even know about the existence of the Great Yan?"

It's no wonder Xia En was so surprised.

It can be said.

The Laila before them, and the others in this memory scene, are essentially NPCs created by [Da Yan].

In theory, it will only act according to certain patterns and memories.

The fact that the previous Lord of Cinder only vaguely sensed the abnormality of the space he was in was already a great surprise to Shaen.

At this moment, Leila was even fully aware of the existence of the Great Flame.

This is equivalent to a character in a pre-set game suddenly breaking the dimensional barrier and saying the name of the game's creator.

How could this not shock Shane?
Leila smiled slightly and explained.

"In fact, my knowledge of this is also related to the [Eternal Coffin]."

"This relic possesses a certain characteristic that transcends time and space."

"This also makes it a [anchor point] for memory."

"The other versions of myself created by [Da Yan] left this information in the [Eternal Coffin], allowing me to know of their existence and the truth of this space."

"The others?"

Xia En subconsciously repeated the sentence, and then quickly realized what was happening.

Yes.

Since Laila once appeared in the Great Yan Kingdom.

Therefore, she is very likely to appear in other memory scenarios as well.

Moreover, different memory scenarios occur at different times.

Each Lyra has different memories.

Perhaps those who lived later in the story will know Vivian's true identity.

To be honest, Shane still had many questions he wanted to ask.

But the situation at that moment clearly did not allow him to ask all the questions.

suddenly.

boom! ! !
A muffled, loud bang suddenly came from above everyone's heads.

Immediately afterwards, the ground beneath people's feet and the surrounding walls began to shake.

It was as if it had triggered a terrible earthquake.

"This is?"

Xia En's expression immediately became very serious.

He could feel that the tremor was somewhat familiar.

This is not just a shock to this underground research facility, but an irreversible collapse of the entire memory space.

The problem is, they clearly haven't destroyed the nodes of this scene yet, have they?
Leila noticed Shane's confusion and explained.

"This is probably because the intrusion of those few members of the [Truth Society] attracted the attention of [Great Yan]."

"Moreover, the confrontation with unfamiliar legendary forces will also attract His attention."

Upon hearing this, Xia En immediately understood.

The "Butterfly Dream" technology used by the "Truth Society" is certainly extraordinary.

However, it is clearly not without limitations.

simply put.

[Da Yan] wasn't truly unable to detect their arrival; they just needed a certain amount of reaction time.

On the other hand.

The limitations that Moritz mentioned earlier regarding the Legendary aspect of the Great Flame are now becoming apparent.

It can allow beings below the sixth rank to enter.

However, they remain somewhat wary of legendary powerhouses.

This is probably because the legendary Pathfinders could now pose a threat to Him.

Think about it carefully.

The reason why Augustine B5's condition appears abnormal is...

It seems that it was precisely because she entered the [Great Yan] realm that she forcibly elevated herself to the legendary level.

Instead, it did not descend directly as a legendary realm.

Even so, his battle with Leila still alerted the Great Flame.

The presence of members of the [Truth Society] is what caused this memory scene to collapse.
At that moment, Jane stepped forward.

She first glanced at Lyra, who was stunningly beautiful and clearly an elf, then looked at Shane and said earnestly.

"Captain Shane, it's time to remove the nodes in this scene."

Xia En fell into a brief silence.

He naturally understood what Jane meant.

The moment Lyra appeared, the [Fire Seed] in his arms underwent an unusually noticeable change.

The intense heat kept accumulating inside the wooden box, as if it were scorching Xia En's skin.

Having learned from my previous experience facing the King of Cinder,

Xia En knew perfectly well that Leila, standing before him, was the key figure in this memory scene.

only.

Xia En wanted to ask her more questions and spend more time with her.

That's why he didn't reveal his purpose immediately.

But for now.

Jane brought this up herself, undoubtedly hoping he could make a decision as soon as possible.

Don't waste precious time and put them in danger.

Shane saw through Jane's intention.

He also understood that this was not the time for reminiscing.

Eliminating the current obstacles as quickly as possible is the wisest choice.

Reason is one thing, but rationality is another.

The thought of finally seeing Leila again, only to have to part ways so soon, was unbearable.

This feeling is truly melancholic.

At this moment, Leila spoke up.

"You came here to destroy the undead [Great Yan], didn't you?"

"Shane, don't hesitate any longer."

"Besides, didn't I make that promise to you?"

“I will definitely meet you again in the future, and it will not be in the form of this old illusion, but a real reunion with you in reality.”

"So, do not worry or be sad, please keep moving forward and complete your mission."

With that, Lyra gently pushed the Eternal Coffin forward.

"Although this [Eternal Coffin] is merely a fake created by [Great Yan]."

"But it also bears my mark."

"Perhaps you can use this as an anchor point to find me in other memory scenes."

"That's all I can do."

Looking at Leila's calm and gentle expression.

Xia En sighed inwardly, but he also suppressed his distracting thoughts and, without hesitation, took out the [Fire Seed] from his pocket.

Give it a gentle push forward.

In the light of the [Fire Seed].

Lyra's body gradually faded, as if it were constantly dissolving and fading, revealing a translucent texture.

She waved gently at Xia En and said softly.

"We'll see each other again in the future."

After a while.

Leila's figure disappeared, and Shane felt an emptiness in his heart.

Even though he knew that the Lyra in front of him was not her true form.

However, witnessing Leila's disappearance with his own eyes did not ease his mind.

Thinking of this, Xia En turned his head and glanced at An Bing not far away, a look of shared pity flashing in his eyes.

Perhaps not long ago.

When the Lord of Cinder disappeared, Dark Ice must have felt something similar, right?
However, now is clearly not the time to be sentimental.

Because, with Lyra's disappearance.

This scene has lost its supporting node.

The tremors that had already occurred became increasingly violent.

Cracks began to appear on the dome of the hall.

Small stones kept falling from above.

Xia En immediately adopted a solemn expression.

Clearly, this underground research institute is in grave danger and teetering on the brink of collapse.

Escaping from the research institute under such circumstances would undoubtedly be an extremely difficult task.

Just now.

But then Shane suddenly remembered what Lyra had said before she disappeared.

"[Eternal Coffin]...[Anchor Point]..."

Xia An opened his eyes wide, suddenly realizing something, and said to everyone.

"Come here, all of you, stay by my side."

Jane also noticed this and looked at the [Eternal Coffin], which had a crack open in front of her.

When Anbing arrived at his side.

Shaun reached out and gently pulled open the lid of the [Eternal Coffin].

next moment.

An irresistible attraction emanates from it.

He sucked Shane and the others into the coffin.

When I opened my eyes again...

The world around me then completely changed.

After the brief dizziness subsided.

Xia En opened his eyes and began to look around.

The surrounding area was no longer the cold, dark underground hall.

It is a town on the surface of the earth.

It can be seen that the town is in a rather primitive and rudimentary state.

Under the gray sky, there is a casually laid-out stone path.

Houses built of piled stones stand crookedly on both sides of the road.

With only hay as filling the gaps, it looked exceptionally shabby.

There were very few pedestrians on the street.

Just then, two residents happened to walk towards them.

The two men were emaciated and dressed in tattered animal skin clothing; their faces were red from the cold.

It seemed that they had noticed the arrival of "Shane".

The two men immediately wore wary and strange expressions.

"who are you?"

What are you carrying on your back?

……Um?

Xia En was slightly taken aback.

He shouldn't be carrying anything on his back.

Upon closer reflection, Xia En suddenly realized that the situation was abnormal.

(End of this chapter)