Chapter 707
The structure of the organization is remarkably simple. From the era of the Holy War to the present, it has developed for so long, yet the number of members has never exceeded twenty... but each member is almost a Level 4 extraordinary being.
With just these Level 4 extraordinary beings, it is indeed not an exaggeration to call them the foremost organization in existence.
“Determining the existence of all things”... If their number of Level 4 extraordinary beings is accurate, then they truly possess such capabilities.
Their code name is “Jishih” (基石, meaning "cornerstone").
The method they use to cultivate Jishih is equally straightforward and brutal: they select high-quality candidates, gather them together for training, and the one who can complete the “Ritual” becomes the new Jishih.
Eric did not elaborate on what the “Ritual” entails, but it was not hard for Xia Er to guess that it was related to their minions.
In addition to searching for suitable candidates, they have another important responsibility.
That is to use their abilities to nail down the threads of existence in this world with “Weidu Zhuang” (纬度桩, meaning "dimensional stakes").
“Weidu Zhuang” is a term from the language of the spirits, and among those present, only Xia Er might understand its meaning.
Through Eric's explanation of “Weidu Zhuang,” the others gradually grasped what it was, but Xia Er... she furrowed her brow.
However, she did not interrupt Eric; instead, she listened as he continued.
As the questions deepened, Xia Er gained a more comprehensive understanding of their abilities along this path.
The moment they stepped onto this path, they had already been “split” into two halves.
For instance, Eric, at the moment he became an extraordinary being on this path, had already divided into a “substantial body” and an “insubstantial body.”
The substantial body is Eric himself; he can be observed by others and the material world, can be touched, and can be harmed.
The other half, the insubstantial body, exists in a void “courtyard.”
This “courtyard” is a reflection of the real world; it is not a dream but a truly existing realm.
It has the same physical rules and architecture as the real world, and everything that happens there corresponds one-to-one with the real world... the only difference is that only the “insubstantial body” can act normally within that world.
Most importantly, the Jishih can meet, converse, and share information within the “courtyard.”
One of their abilities is to transfer other objects into the “courtyard,” converting them into insubstantial bodies, making them unobservable by the real material world, thus achieving an effect of “erasure.”
Moreover, when faced with danger, they can even temporarily hide in the “courtyard” to evade pursuit and lethal attacks, then use one of the “insubstantial bodies” inside to return to the real world, replacing the existence of that “insubstantial body.”
In simple terms, Eric can “erase” A, and the erased A will be dragged into the “courtyard” to become an “insubstantial body.”
Then, Eric can replace A's existence in the “courtyard” and return to the real world.
At that moment, everyone would naturally believe that Eric is A, while the original A has been completely erased from existence.
This is a terrifying ability...
With such a “courtyard” in existence, it’s no wonder they have been able to remain hidden for so long without being discovered...
Furthermore, because of the existence of the “courtyard,” Xia Er also began to suspect how the “God of Existence,” or the “God King” as Eric referred to it, transmitted information.
It is highly likely that the place where He conveys information is the “courtyard.”
Additionally, Xia Er received a piece of news that surprised her.
That is, their “substantial body” does not truly die upon death... their “insubstantial body” will still exist in the void courtyard, but it can no longer re-enter the real world.
This was not good news for Xia Er.
Just because Eric cannot enter the real world as an “insubstantial body” does not mean the minions cannot.
If that’s the case, using ordinary means to kill the minions might not truly lead to their death...
This is a power so formidable that it borders on the divine, even touching upon the rules; it is certainly not something an ordinary extraordinary being could possess... this “courtyard” must have been created by the God of Existence or some powerful minion.
But fortunately... when it comes to rule-breaking, Xia Er is not to be underestimated.
The attack enhanced by the “Kiss of Time’s Erosion” can lead the opponent to true death...
The ability to erase an opponent is not exclusive to them.
After listening to Eric’s explanation of their path's abilities, Xia Er pulled her thoughts back to the “Weidu Zhuang.”
This is the task, or rather the mission, of the minions and these Jishih.
Their mission is to solidify certain specific existences into “Weidu Zhuang.” As long as the “Weidu Zhuang” is established, these “existences” will inevitably exist, regardless of how events unfold; these occurrences will become established facts.
For example, if a person dies on a certain date, and Eric carves a “Weidu Zhuang” for that death, then that person’s death will become an “anchor point,” an unchangeable fact.
The “insubstantial body” remnants of that corpse will appear in the courtyard; apart from this timeline, in all other timelines, that person will meet various accidents leading to death until their existence is completely erased, completing the fragmented “insubstantial body.”
This is just an example; in reality, this ability is far too powerful for mere assassination; it is better suited for creating specific epics or events...
For instance, a cataclysm.
Now, Xia Er finally understands why her past self and the pocket watch might have experienced countless cycles, yet the cataclysm still occurs.
Because this event has already been carved into a “Weidu Zhuang,” it has become an established event that will happen no matter what, allowing the God of Existence to converge every world line onto the cataclysm.
Although she does not yet know how to break it, at least Xia Er now understands why the “cataclysm” can happen across every timeline...
“Troublesome...”
Xia Er thought to herself.
Previously, she and the pure white armor, also known as Xilu, believed that if they went to the past and killed the symbiote who possessed the “seed” of the God of Existence, everything would be resolved...
But now it seems that even if they kill that symbiote, the cataclysm will still occur.
In fact, the very event of the “God of Existence being born” may have already been carved into a “Weidu Zhuang,” becoming an established fact that will happen regardless.
Unless...
Unless Xia Er merges with the “seed of existence” before the other party does, preventing Him from having enough power to be born... or simply becomes the “God of Existence” herself, replacing Him as the deity.
The difficulty is immense...
But it is not entirely impossible to achieve.
“It’s truly hard to believe...” Imogen’s face turned pale as she looked at the bald man bound before her, murmuring.
Not just Imogen at that moment, but several others were also shocked by what Eric had said.
This feeling was akin to the first time they encountered extraordinary power, a tremendous shock to their worldview... as if they had gained a new understanding of this world.
This world actually harbors such a secret, extraordinary organization capable of overturning everything.
Their schemes, their ambitions, unheard of until now.
Their abilities are so powerful that other organizations can only look up to them.
Compared to their subversive plans, Imogen felt that what she had done in the Joyous Society was merely child's play...
“Lady Xia Er...” Imogen turned to look at Xia Er behind her.
At this moment, Imogen’s tone carried genuine reverence; she looked at Xia Er and asked, “Is there anything else you would like me to ask him?”
“Not for now.” Xia Er shook her head, glancing at the man tied to the iron chair, and said, “Don’t let him die.”
“Yes, my lady.”
After leaving Persi and Eleanor to supervise Imogen, Xia Er turned and left the dungeon with Tara.
In this interrogation, Imogen’s performance was commendable; with her established precise rules, it seemed that this time the interrogation did not disturb the minions.
But Xia Er knew that it was only a matter of time before the minions learned about Eric’s capture.
Because of the existence of the “courtyard”...
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