#Side Story 79. The beginning of everything, the end of everything (2)
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Parallel world.
Because it doesn’t exist.
Contains all possibilities.
A world that unfolds endlessly like a facing mirror.
In it, even the flow of time, past and future, is nothing more than a relative concept.
In the past, Sir originally speculated that regression might be closer to moving to a parallel world rather than turning back time.
From the very beginning, going back to the past and changing the future was no different from the act of creating a parallel world with another possibility.
And Limon thought it was quite plausible.
In fact, Joan of Arc’s soul crossed the parallel world and transcended the infinite flow of time.
In that sense.
He should have predicted it long ago.
If there are people like Joan of Arc or Sir who crossed over to the parallel world, there may also be people who influenced the world beyond the parallel world.
And…
…there is also the possibility that it is Limon Asfelder in a parallel world who chose a different fate than his current self.
“You are me who became a constellation.”
[To be precise, you would be closer to being reduced to a constellation.]
“Falling… I guess.”
Words that would be considered insulting if the constellations who devoured all the possibilities of their world and were reborn as transcendents and considered it a great thing to hear.
However, the attitude of belittling it even though it is a constellation.
Limon understood easily.
Why did he become a constellation?
Because I easily realized the reason.
“Right. “Are you the ending I would have reached if I hadn’t gotten my hands on the Seven Arcs?”
-The power of stars.
A power created by absorbing all the potential of a world that Limon had absorbed every time he cut down the constellations.
It was indeed a powerful power, but if you think about it in essence, it was closer to a curse.
In the first place, the process of destroying all other indigenous races and swallowing up the future of the world and shaping it with power was no different from the ritual of black magic.
That was why Limon was initially unable to properly absorb even the weak power of the star, let alone properly handle it.
Fortunately, Limon got the chance.
Seven Arcs.
The Nine Worlds of the Great Holy Barrier were created by the Fairy Queen from the very beginning of human history in order to completely seal the stars with the help of the seven dragons.
Seven treasures containing the power of a star that were accidentally created when it collided with the constellations and broke apart.
Among them, the dark violin.
Also, Plato’s carving knife.
And the River Magic Dragon Sword.
Above all, the seven princesses.
By acquiring them one after another and borrowing their power consciously or unconsciously, Limon was able to overcome the Star Curse and dominate it.
But what if you don’t get it?
What if you only get one or two and can’t even break the seal?
The ending that Limon could have reached is another him who is right in front of his eyes.
It was the one-armed Limon who cut down all the stars and was swallowed up by the massive curse of the star, forcing it to become a single constellation.
[It is also the ending that you could have reached even though you did not reach the tip of the sword.]
“It could have been so.”
That was why.
Limon obediently agreed to that point.
Even the majority of the Seven Arcs he had collected were not enough to handle the nearly infinite power of the star.
Even if you won the war against the stars with the Auror Blade.
If they had not accepted destruction first in order to prevent the destruction of the world, they might have been forced to become a constellation by the power of a star that wanted to survive on its own.
So, after looking at my one-armed self with heavy sunken eyes.
Limon asked softly.
“So why did you do this?”
[Do you need a reason?]
“I need it.”
With sharp words.
The deeper golden eyes, close to platinum, look straight into the golden eyes, close to a morning star.
“No matter how different the world is and how much of a constellation you are, you wouldn’t do something like this unless it was absolutely necessary.”
His power, which consumed the curse of all stars and was reborn as a unique constellation, is truly transcendent. It was truly something close to omniscience and omnipotence.
Because I know that.
Limon was sure.
There was no way he would have given his memories and star powers to himself for no reason.
And the one-armed constellation did not necessarily deny Limon’s conviction.
Instead, I just opened my mouth softly.
[What if you just wanted to check?]
“What do you mean?”
[―Another possibility.]
Instead of asking in detail.
To Limon, who waits silently.
The one-armed constellation began to talk.
[For you, the war with the stars must have been more intense and difficult than any other battle you have experienced in your life.]
“….”
[But you will find out soon. The fight with the Constellation was only the beginning.]
Tutorial.
Before the game starts.
A stage that exists to teach players how to play the game, and is essentially a baby step.
In that sense, even the fight against that powerful constellation is ultimately just part of the tutorial and the real war has not even begun yet.
Limon had a heavy expression after hearing what the Constellation said.
“…is this the apocalypse?”
[Yes.]
The constellations are on guard.
What I wanted so hard to prevent.
One-armed Limon spoke coldly as he spoke about the true end of all worlds.
[The power of the apocalypse is stronger than your imagination. Even the remnants that did not even make it to the very end caused the stars to face the crisis of destruction several times.]
That’s right.
The constellations did not repeat invasions from the beginning, devouring all possibilities in other worlds.
Even after fighting, confronting, and resisting for a long time, they could not find a way to win, so they chose to survive at all costs.
[And no matter how strong you are and how strong you become in the future, you will not be able to end the fight against the apocalypse.]
“I’m pretty sure.”
[Because I was like that too.]
“….”
Is this a trick of fate?
The result of cutting down all the stars and absorbing the curse.
Even though he was united as one constellation, he gained greater power than all the separate constellations combined.
Constellations across eons.
Destroying countless worlds.
The final goal I wanted to achieve.
Limon, who destroyed them, has reached their true perfection.
In fact, the power achieved in this way was so great that among the infinite forces of the end, there were few beings that could threaten him.
But despite that.
He was pushed into crisis several times.
Even the power of the mighty star gained by sacrificing countless worlds has no end to all endings.
In particular, even the apocalypse at the top could not handle the beings who feared and revered them.
The only thing I could do was run away and survive.
[It was a long time.]
“….”
[I no longer need to run away.]
Is that a miracle?
Or is it inevitable?
Even the transcendent feels distant.
Innumerable battles were fought over a period of time longer than the combined time from the birth of the constellations until their destruction.
He has finally reached the pinnacle of the end times.
Now, the forces of the apocalypse were avoiding him, even praying and offering sacrifices.
[But that’s just it.]
“….”
[Most of the ‘Almighty and Ignorant Last Ones’ are still stronger than me, and the ‘Holy Nine Races’ may be wary of me, but they are not afraid.]
The problem is that he is alone.
Even if you miraculously defeat one Last One, it is impossible to eliminate all Last Ones.
The nine holy races, who possess numerous apocalyptic weapons capable of threatening even the Last One, will unite to subdue him if he truly poses a threat.
How much more time will it take to build strength enough to take on them all?
No, is that really possible?
Because I know the answer.
he said
[In the end, I may be able to defeat the apocalypse, but I cannot end this fight.]
“….”
[And it will be the same for you as well. No, rather, I will be forced to go through even more hardships and adversity than I did.]
“Because I have something to protect, right?”
[That’s right.]
Unlike himself, who fought and survived alone, Limon has humanity to protect.
And since the forces of the apocalypse will not tolerate such a clearly exposed weakness, no matter how strong Limon is, it will be difficult to protect humanity.
[So there are two ways for you.]
“Which way?”
[One is to make a contract with me.]
“….”
[The other is….]
He is already a constellation.
Unlike the constellations that existed before, it is the one and only complete incarnation of a true star.
He said that if he made a proper contract and became his apostle, not like the fraudulent contracts that the Constellations made, he would be able to protect the world.
The one-armed constellation did not bother to wait for Limon’s answer.
It’s as if he knows he’ll reject it anyway.
I just revealed the next method right away.
[A fight of life and death with me, with the winner taking everything of the loser.]
“…That was your purpose.”
And only then.
Limon understood.
What does it mean that I wanted to confirm another possibility that he mentioned?
“To regain the sword you lost through me.”
[Because the Auror Blade has the potential to end even that apocalypse.]
“….”
[What should I do, ‘me’?]
A one-armed constellation that needs the Auror Blade, an absolute destruction that cuts down the universe in order to eliminate all apocalypses and end the endless war.
In order to protect humanity from the forces of the apocalypse, Limon needs not only the Auror Blade but also the nearly infinite power of the stars.
As long as both parties have what the other party needs, this is a fair transaction.
Whether it’s signing a contract and collaborating.
Or fight to the death.
In the end, the winner can achieve what he wants.
After hearing his suggestion, Limon answered after a short silence.
“-I decline both of you.”
[I see.]
“Yes.”
And unexpectedly.
The one-armed constellation was not that surprised.
perhaps…. No, rather, I just calmly accepted it and confirmed it, thinking that it was natural.
[What awaits you after this is an unimaginably distant, difficult, and desperate battle.]
All the forces of the apocalypse will never leave alone the world of Limon, a world flowing with milk and honey that suddenly appeared when the star’s secret disappeared. will be.
Especially if you know that the ‘mighty race’ still has descendants of the Platinum Imperial Family that disappeared a long time ago?
Also, what if the ‘mysterious race’ that has been stagnant for a long time discovers the possibility of two new races?
Limon and his world will soon become embroiled in an endless battle with the Holy Nine races and even the Last One.
[It will take so many years, you could call it eons, before you gain the power to keep the world safe in that fight.]
Maybe as much as yourself.
No longer than yourself.
Fighting, fighting, fighting again and again.
[And no matter how strong he becomes, there is no end to the fight.]
Even if he becomes strong enough to face all the apocalypses, after that he becomes too strong, and the forces of the apocalypses will continue to look for opportunities to defeat him.
He will have to watch over them, fight, and protect the world for eternity.
[Still, will you go down that path?]
Hold your own hand.
Or by defeating yourself.
If I could get his power, I could solve everything easier and faster.
Nevertheless, I ask him if he will just quietly walk one step at a time on this never-ending path until he dies.
Limon answered calmly.
“of course.”
[….]
“Because that’s the way life is.”
It’s not just knife wielders who risk their lives at the tip of their swords.
Newborn babies desperately sucking their mother’s milk as soon as they are born, young people trying to find a partner, parents working hard to feed their families, and old people living despite being sick.
As long as you’re alive.
There are always difficult times.
Life is pain and struggle.
Even though I know that fact, in the end I keep walking and running, sometimes falling and regretting it.
In the end, he says that life is about getting back on your own feet and finding happiness.
Limon grinned.
“More than anything, I have work to do today.”
Today is the happiest and happiest day of his life that will last forever.
After looking at myself calmly saying that I had no intention of doing anything useless.
He nodded.
[Then, try your best.]
“Thank you for your words.”
Without having to persuade, hold on, or ask anything more.
He quietly closed his eyes.
Limon also immediately turned around.
That was enough.
Even though they lived different lives in different worlds, they were themselves.
Just like that….
after losing the world he was supposed to protect, the God of Destruction came to live to end everything.
Since there were still things to protect and loved ones, the guardian spirit decided to fight for eternity and took a step forward.
Where you need to be.
It took a year.
I prepared for this day.
To return to the side of my beloved brides and promise eternal love.
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“Umm, your brother is still sleeping?”
“No matter how tired you are, you are truly carefree until days like this.”
“That’s Lee’s charm.”
“You must have been tired from preparing for the ceremony. Should I let you sleep a little longer?”
“There’s still time, so I think it’ll be okay.”
“More than that, don’t forget the flowers. “If we lose what we raised ourselves now, we will regret it for the rest of our lives.”
“I checked all eight, so don’t worry.”
“Anyway, those sisters are amazing too. How could they just play it off and pretend nothing happened…” “
…I think your daughter is also amazing for finding out about it.”
[Hey, can’t you have an aperitif first?]
“You can enjoy it to your heart’s content at the after-dinner party, so just be patient.”
“A spy will be guarding your side until the Emperor wakes up, so everyone please rest.”
“I’m sleepy, so I sleep with my male teacher.”
“Oh no cutting in line!!!”
―END.
