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The celestial sphere, which turned gray six months before the burning of humanity, now displays a normal blue color and continues to predict the future of the planet.

"This means that no matter how stable human order is, it cannot avoid the end of destruction. This is a possibility that Marisbury cannot accept. To ensure that human order can continue forever, we cannot be picky about the means. Even if we have to take away the energy of the entire universe, we must ensure that human order continues eternally and stably."

Upon hearing a certain fact stated by Maris Billy, Shiomi immediately frowned and stared intently at the man before her.

"I really wish I had just heard a joke... but unfortunately, the Maris Billy in front of me doesn't tell jokes."

Chapter Five: The So-Called "Human Rights Protection"

Celestial magic, passed down from the Chaldeans, the progenitors of astrology, to the modern era, represents the most profound and ultimate magic in astrology.

It gathers the magic of the earth and sky with the magic of the universe above, creating a stellar miracle that connects the planets.

Or rather, the earliest celestial magic was a magic system formed by drawing power from the universe.

It was only over time, through a mysterious process of degeneration, that it evolved into something primarily for predicting the future and observing celestial bodies.

As the monarch in charge of astronomy, Marisbury must have known this fact better than anyone else.

Kirshtalia displayed his mastery of celestial magic in the Atlantic Lostbelt, transforming celestial magic into means of attack. Few magicians in the world could rival him.

Even if Shiomi hadn't intervened, Morgan or Skadi could have easily resolved the situation by going all out.

But this is an attack method of celestial magic.

Conversely, what if celestial magic were used as a means of absorbing magical energy and then used to achieve a much larger goal, such as... "protecting human reason"?

“The universe allows for infinite possibilities, which has led to numerous parallel worlds and different histories.” Shiomi sorted out her thoughts and slowly began to speak. “For example, King Arthur, who chose the Holy Sword or the Holy Lance as his main weapon, would have different experiences, but in the end, they all arrived at the same destination.”

“However, the limitless possibilities will exhaust the lifespan of the universe, so at a certain point in time, the exceptional worlds that deviate from the ‘strongest and most stable path’ must be harvested to prevent the improper waste of energy.” Morgan raised his hand. “The worlds of the seven Lostbelts are all within this category. They were originally branches that had already been pruned from the choice tree.”

Originally, the universe is an unstable entity. What makes it stable across its past, present, and future is 'logging' and 'record tape'.

“You two understand the current situation so well, which is exactly what I’ve been hoping for.” Marisbury smiled, a smile that was perfect but devoid of any emotion, a complete fabrication. “Human prosperity is inherently an extremely unstable thing. After you’ve seen the seven Lostbelts, you should understand that whether it’s too weak or too prosperous, it will lose its potential and eventually become a predetermined phenomenon. Of course, the fact that human history never came into being is another matter entirely.”

"So?" Shiomi said, "Chaldea predicted that humanity... no, that human reason would inevitably lead to destruction, which contradicts Animusphia's 'Grand Assignment,' and is an unacceptable outcome."

“That’s only one reason,” Marisbury said, his tone becoming more conservative.

Morgan keenly noticed this change.

Even now, her fairy eyes can clearly tell whether this simulated Marisbury personality is lying.

However, limited truth is not 100% truth.

It can be expanded into something distorted from the norm, depending on the listener's interpretation.

This is an important lesson Morgan learned during his time with Shiomi.

“Or, there is another possibility,” Morgan proposed her hypothesis: “Originally, pan-human history had a much more distant and long future, facing its own destruction. But the birth of something greatly shortened the lifespan of human history.”

"..." Marisbury maintained his smile but remained silent.

Conversely, both Shiomi and Morgan sensed a clear hostility.

“The answer is the final completion of Chaldea.” Morgan pointed to the celestial sphere itself, “by defining Earth as an existence with a soul, and then replicating its model, the final miniature replica of Earth was completed—the Humanity-Guarding Celestial Sphere Chaldea.”

Although the celestial sphere, which protects humanity, seems to exist here, it is actually in a position completely different from that of humans.

Human perception and knowledge can only capture the existence of its appearance, but cannot observe the details inside the celestial sphere.

That's why Chaldea uses the near-future observation mirror, Sheba, to observe the surface of the celestial sphere, that is, the lights of cities on land.

Because the timeline is set a hundred years in the future, Chaldea represents the future Earth.

"Did the completion of Chaldea shorten the lifespan of Panhuman History, or was Panhuman History only a little over 100 years away to begin with?" Shiomi said. "What do you think, Marisbury?"

Of course, there is no answer to this question.

Chaldea will not answer.

This involves deeper secrets.

“In any case, the destruction of pan-human history is inevitable, so Chaldea, following Marisbury’s prediction, devised a plan called Earth Blanking,” Marisbury said. “By replacing the surface of planets and celestial spheres, we will freeze all pan-human history before 2017. On the blank planet, we will plant imaginary trees, and through these imaginary trees, we will extend our branches into the universe to collect energy from the universe.”

"...Because a history of continuous prosperity that will not lead to the destruction of humanity might be judged by the universe as a history that has lost its possibility, and thus be classified as a fixed phenomenon and subject to exploitation. So the final conclusion is to take away all the cosmic energy within 138 billion light-years to maintain the survival of humanity on this planet..." Shiomi's face had turned ashen.

This was precisely the choice Marissbury made in order to "protect human rights".

For a magician, the goal is always more important than life itself.

That's why Maris Billy chose to commit suicide before Debit could even get his hands on him.

Chaldea has finished, and everything that follows will unfold under Chaldea's watchful eye, according to his predetermined trajectory.

“The Earth’s whitewashing was supposed to have been implemented at the end of 2016, but something unexpected happened,” Marissbury said. “That was the burning of humanity by the man who called himself the Magic King.”

By burning away human reason, Goetia destroyed the quantum record's fixed band, the foundation of human reason, and thus completely denied human history.

Because of the existence of Chaldea, Chaldea avoided being burned and destroyed by humans thanks to its special magnetic field.

Of course, if Chaldea fails to prevent the burning of Goetia's human order after that, Chaldea will also turn to ashes.

"However, the surviving Chaldea performed as well as Marisbury had expected. Even without the other Masters from Group A, San managed to restore order to humanity with only the surviving members, allowing his plan to proceed smoothly," Marisbury continued.

Despite having no emotions, tide Jian sensed a hint of mockery in that fake smile.

Chapter Six: Choice

The so-called "blank slate" of the Earth is a massive plan devised by Maris Billy to achieve "human rights protection".

In terms of results, it is indeed a beneficial outcome for humanity.

Even if Neo Chaldea does nothing, Chaldea will send out U-Olga Marie with overwhelming power to harvest the seven Lostbelts after the Imaginary Tree is cultivated.

These energies will be channeled into Chaldea to complete the ultimate celestial magic.

To seize the energy of the observable universe within 138 billion light-years and achieve the permanent continuation of the foundation of human reason.

It is indeed a great achievement.

It is indeed for the sake of humanity.

But this would be tantamount to depriving other life forms that may exist in the universe of their right to exist, and even depriving them of the existence of other possible worlds.

May this world, and the humanity on this planet, become the only prosperous existence within a 138-light-year radius of the universe.

A universe that has lost its energy is also unable to reverse the process of cutting this world.

"Are you trying to tell us that everything is settled? As the remnants of Chaldea, the survivors of the old Pan-Human History, should we lay down our resistance and surrender at this time in order to be qualified to go to the new Pan-Human History that Chaldea is about to draft?" Morgan stared coldly at the celestial sphere, not even glancing at Marisbury.

“Of course. You should be very clear about your position, King of the Lostbelt of Britain. Only by accepting this outcome can you possibly survive and become a part of the new Pan-Human History,” Marisbury said. “According to the prediction, it is extremely beneficial for you, who have already obtained divinity, to rule the new world… Of course, the same goes for that Norse goddess.”

Marisbury... Chaldea offered a very generous deal.

There is no element of lying.

If accepted, sacrifice can indeed be avoided.

"So, how do you plan to clear humanity's name of being the 'most notorious life form within 138 billion light-years'?" Shio asked.

"Humans are the only living organisms that exist and thrive within the observable universe, and as new human theories develop, the scope of our observation of the universe will expand," Marisbury said.

Morgan couldn't help but sneer: "So, you've been indifferent to this kind of reputation from the very beginning? That's definitely a magician's way of thinking."

“There’s no need to continue this discussion, and there’s no need for you to keep mimicking human behavior and negotiating with us here,” Shiomi said. “Besides, regardless of the calculations involved or the side effects of simulating Marisbury’s personality, the attitude you just displayed reveals one fact.”

"Oh?" Maris Billy asked casually.

“If the so-called plan has been completed, the most convenient and quickest outcome would be to simply eliminate us, the New Chaldea group, who have arrived here, by following the most reasonable route.” Shiomi pointed at Marisbury. “But you didn’t do that, which means the final stage has only just begun, and we are the most likely to hinder all of this.”

Morgan, however, kept his eyes fixed on Chaldea.

Dimensions inaccessible to human senses are not so to the gods.

“It’s a really foolish judgment,” Marisbury replied quietly. “Even after entering a completely new stage, whether human or fairy, once they become gods, they cannot erase their old habits.”

As he spoke, Chaldea suddenly began to emit unusual fluctuations.

"That was not negotiation, but a reasonable judgment based on the protection of human reason. Humanity, having lost its gods, has been wandering aimlessly for two thousand years without finding the most stable path. If you, gods born in a new era, were to guide us, the protection of human reason would have the possibility of becoming as solid as a rock."

In an instant, Shio-mi grasped Morgan's hand and transformed into the One God.

“Now that we know we have become gods, we should understand that Chaldea is within our grasp.” Morgan’s eyes gleamed with azure light; she intended to stop Chaldea’s actions.

“You are indeed capable of confronting Chaldea, of confronting the new order of humanity, but others are not.” Marisbury raised his hand. “Eliminate the destabilizing factors that undermine the foundation of human order, and ensure its protection. A new chapter in human history will begin at this moment.”

The fact that the simulated personality could be replicated to this extent made both Shiomi and Morgan feel a little uncomfortable.

Marisbury is so inhuman that it seems more like listening to the magician himself preach than to Chaldea.

However, these are all minor details at the moment.

As Chaldea proclaimed, the One God was able to sustain his own existence, but his companions on StormBorder were not.

The entire Antarctic region began to become unstable.

The exchange between the celestial sphere and the Earth has begun. Those who remain in Antarctica will be fixed to the celestial sphere during the exchange process and will be unable to escape.

Shiomi wasn't sure if the One God had the ability to move freely between the celestial sphere and the surface of the earth.

Even if it were possible, we shouldn't gamble on it here.

No one knows what will happen during the replacement process.

The Earth was right in front of them...

"A sharp change in the fundamental values ​​of human reasoning has been detected! Spatial numerical anomalies! Temporal observation anomalies! Imaginary submarine navigation is unavailable! Dimensional drilling cannot be deployed!"

An emergency notification came from the bridge of Storm Border.

The attack of the Servant Shadows stopped for a moment, but what followed was an even more unsettling situation.

This unsettling tremor can be interpreted as the world itself fluctuating.

This time, there's no way to avoid it by diving into the sea of ​​imaginary numbers, unlike before.

"Everyone on deck, return to your cabins!"

Morgan immediately gave instructions.

Next, the One God will transfer the Storm Border.

It relies on an ability called "Separate Manifestation".

Koyanskaya was once able to travel between Lostbelts with individual Hidden Ones.

The One God can certainly achieve even more exaggerated possibilities.

View Storm Border as a single entity, and consider all its inhabitants as components of that entity.

Conceptually shrink the interpretation of manifestation.

But...where should we go?

Is it a blank Earth, or an ocean of imaginary numbers?

However, this approach simply cannot solve the problem.

Chaldea can interfere with the imaginary space, so even if you go there, it won't improve the outcome much.

Is there any place left that can serve as a safe haven and a base for counterattack?

The Sea Within Stars?

Would they allow so many outsiders there?

"Mooncell, to the Mooncell."

Just as Morgan was deep in thought, Shiomi Tenkei calmly conveyed his idea.

"There shouldn't be one there yet..."

Morgan had some doubts, but then suddenly realized something.

Now, perhaps, is the 'right' time.

Chapter Seven Mooncell (1)

Mooncell, a massive quantum computing device that lies dormant inside the moon.

It is said that in ancient times, an alien civilization placed a supercomputer inside the moon after visiting Earth before humanity was born.

Originally intended for recording Earth's intelligence, it gradually transformed into something akin to the Holy Grail due to its immense internal computing power.

Ultimately, the birth of Xijian was orchestrated by the goddess Nuwa. With the assistance of the otherworldly gods who agreed with the plan, they contacted Mooncell and entrusted the plan to this quantum computing device for management.

According to BB's account of the Seraphix Somalisk in the offshore oil field, Shiomi was not yet old enough to visit Mooncell.