The Imaginary Tree consists of eleven dimensions. Somehow, its nature follows the superstring theory. Every dimension has an additional direction. It consists of ten spatial dimensions and the very special temporal dimension.
Immortal cultivation has a lot to say in this regard. They confirmed the existence of the superstring theory, even surpassing it. There are infinite amounts of spatial dimensions, with each one growing more complex than the former. The eleven dimensions serve as their foundation while the twelfth dimension onwards are the additional dimensions.
Throughout everything, only one temporal dimension exists. Some call it the River of Time, though it is also called the fourth dimension within the immortal techniques.
This 'temporal dimension' is very unique. Its full secrets cannot be explored even at the Dao Integration Realm. It is the 'key' to resurrecting someone who died.
"...Huh."
The first thing I did after my Nascent Soul breakthrough is to test my newfound power. I can exert control up to the eleventh dimension, but it is very weak. The twelfth onwards could not be sensed by my current spiritual consciousness. The only time I did so was during my breakthrough.
In a sense, I stepped onto the lowest level of the Cocoon of Finality. I could not compare to it, who could exquisitely control up to the eleventh dimension at will. The proof of it lay on my chest—to the Herrscher Core inside of me.
Its true 'essence' is at the Void Refinement Realm. I could not be mistaken about this.
My focus, however, is on this world's temporal dimension.
"It's incomplete…no."
The fourth dimension exists as the sole temporal dimension. The techniques divided its complexity into three categories: Past, Present, and Future. Each category is further divided into first to third level, with the third level signifying absolute control over that aspect of temporal dimension.
Though I haven't comprehended anything about these three yet, I can 'sense' them.
This world…
I can't sense its past and future properly.
Rather, it is more apt to say that it is blocked by a thick fog. It's akin to the first three floors and the last three floors of a nine-storey building being covered in thick mist. I can sense the fourth to the sixth floors easily, but not them.
Even so, my divination worked normally. All of them are accurate so far. After all, they are deductions stemming from the "Present".
I did not expect to come across this bizarre change after my breakthrough. I did not know how long had passed, just that I came back to my senses.
"Kevin and the Honkai."
I traversed millions of kilometers at ten times the speed of light. My [Nine Dragons Primordial Universe Body] granted such a speed bonus at base form.
Hum-!
Once my [Cloud Seeking Steps] were added into the mix, it became fifty times the speed of light. It took less than a second to return back to Earth.
I appeared right behind Kiana and locked her waist in my arms.
"Sneaking up… I haven't tried being a Ninja yet…"
She gave no reaction whatsoever, even going so far as to enjoy my surprise.
My Nascent Soul Realm faltered at this horny Tuna.
I gave a light knock atop her head.
"Why don't you think about sleeping and lazing around anymore?"
"It's not as fun as spending time with you." She replied.
I admit defeat.
I let go of her waist and pinched her cheeks from behind. They are very supple.
"We're going back to Earth."
During my breakthrough, several messages came in. They came from Bronya.
Kevin kickstarted the Project STIGMA.
My breakthrough took a total of three months. It is roughly the same as the year Kevin promised, with the remaining week compromised by the surging honkai energy worldwide.
In short, the final boss battle had already begun outside.
"Lwet's gwive thwart owld man a guud bweating!"
Kiana's words came off like this with her cheeks pinched.
It's cute.
"Yeah."
I agreed with her this time.
*****
Seele no longer cared about the time loops much… except for the times she can dig out Shi Tian's information.
At this moment, she was biting on her thumb with her other arm crossed on her waist. She appeared to be in a daze as she laughed out of nowhere.
On the other side, Veliona saw this and felt very helpless.
'I thought we would be the same… but she is the opposite of me!'
Veliona's original thoughts weren't influenced much by Seele's obsessive feelings. She remained somewhat reserved, not showing her feelings whenever she's with Shi Tian.
Seele acted the opposite. She is very bold with her feelings. Every time she borrows Veliona's body to spend time with Shi Tian, all she does are hugs and kisses. Frustration began to well up on Veliona, though she managed to control it for five years due to one reason: Sirin.
'She's just like me. At least I have someone else…'
It was akin to receiving a failing grade in term exams. One would feel bad if they failed, but if the majority of the class failed as well, it doesn't feel as bad anymore.
'How can you do it..?'
Veliona cursed herself as she couldn't even maintain her usual composure whenever she recalled Seele's experience with Shi Tian (using her body). The warm, addicting feeling she feels could not be forgotten by Veliona.
"Stay connected with me. We are going out."
Her words awakened Seele from her delusions.
"Okay."
The two went silent for a while.
Hum-!
Rumble-!
Shatter-!
A few seconds later, a series of 'explosions' occurred within the Bubble World's barrier. Moments later, Seele's body that sat cross-legged for five years trembled. Her shut eyes opened. She escaped the time loop she was subjected to.
Seele was about to go into a daze when a ray of purple light landed beside her. It was none other than Shi Tian with his format Taoist robes.
Rumble-!
The ground they stood on began to shake.
"Seele."
"...Ah. Yes, let's do it."
Fortunately, Seele recalled their mission. The Bubble World started to collapse from its edge. It will take a while before it reaches Earth.
The amplified affinity with the Sea of Quanta strengthened Seele's and Veliona's ability to do quantum entanglement.
Zoom-!
Their surroundings started to shrink. It did not take long before the entire Bubble World turned into a palm-size miniature.
Everyone who is a 'real' person got sent back into the Sea of Quanta. The Xuanyuan duo looked around in curiosity while Kiana immediately returned to Shi Tian's side, hugging his right arm.
The Herrscher of the End was left behind inside the Bubble World along with the peak fifth grade formation.
Amidst the sea of endless dark blue, the Bubble World sank onto Seele's chest. Veliona drew her right hand away from Seele's back.
"It's done." Seele muttered. "Right. How can I forget about this?"
She looked down and found the same clothes she wore as five years ago. It is very tight given her current growth, especially on her bust and hips.
With a thought, it turned into the Herrscher of Rebirth battlesuit.
Shi Tian knew it was the simulated version of himself who spilled the beans.
Seele noticed his gaze and smiled. That alone is enough to make nearly anyone breathless; Shi Tian is not one of them.
He hasn't forgotten about Kiana.
"Sister Kiana…"
Her soft voice rang out. The two women met each other's gaze.
"Seele. It's been a long time."
After a lot of thoughts, Kiana smiled back at her. Seele knew it signified Kiana's acceptance. The two only needed a look to communicate.
She did not waste any time and took Shi Tian's remaining arm.
The atmosphere remained slightly tense, with the two Xuanyuans watching with abated breaths.
'No way…'
'What do you mean no way? The emperors after us are like him. This is possible.'
'...He's better than them.' Ji Xuanyuan commented. 'Shi Tian takes their feelings into full account.'
'Yeah.'
The two other women left out, Veliona and Sirin, do not know what to feel at this moment. They remained silent, their thoughts overflowing.
Just like that, the seven people headed back to Earth.