A journey into an infinite dimension

In the strong wind, a colorful lightsaber cut through the layers of space and slashed down.

In the flames, a divine bird bathed in fire spread its wings and raised its head, charging headfirst into the sword without dodging or avoiding.

For a moment, the passage of time seemed to stop. Only the divine bird and the sword light silently broke through the constraints of time, blooming a silent and brilliant firework on the spot.

However, just before the collision, the entire world was suddenly replaced by a plain burning with glazed flames without any warning.

---boom! ! !

Under the shining light of two crescent moons and amid the dancing of indescribable shadows, terrifying energy that was countless times greater than before just exploded on the spot.

Layers of crack-like things quietly spread and expanded in the empty air. Through these cracks, one can clearly see that behind these cracks is a darkness that cannot be described in words.

Countless lightning bolts leaped madly above the cracks, carrying a breathtaking aura, making people feel as if if they stared at this scene for a long time, their souls would be devoured by the unknown.

Neither Kaguya nor Kou was able to escape from the center of the explosion. The spreading cracks, the lightning that annihilated everything, and the energy that was enough to tear everything apart instantly swallowed up the two of them, and the shadow of death quietly enveloped them.

Needless to say, anyone who saw this apocalyptic scene would have no doubt about the consequences if it were happening in Gensokyo.

"That's crazy."

The figures of 'Source Hollow' gathered quietly behind him. Wearing glasses with infinite vision, Ye Jian looked at the two molecules gradually recovering in the center of 'Doomsday', and couldn't help but twitch his lips slightly.

I clearly told you yesterday to try not to die, but now you’ve been beaten to the point where only the molecules are left.

No, rather than saying that only molecules are left, it would be more accurate to say that these two groups of molecules have just been restored. A few seconds earlier, there would not even be any trace left.

Only the absolutely immortal people of Penglai can enjoy such treatment, from nothingness to molecules, and slowly recover.

Should we let them continue fighting?

This is what Ye Jian is struggling with at the moment.

Because he knew very well that if no one stopped them, the two of them would definitely fight until the end of time, until they were tired of each other.

Because there is no winner or loser in the battle between the undead.

Because of immortality, there is no loss of fighting spirit; because of immortality, there is no need to kill the enemy to win; because of immortality, it is even impossible to capture the enemy.

The only way to stop the fighting is to wait until both sides lose interest and become bored with this battle in which there is no winner.

Or, a third party may get involved.

"...Forget it. It's rare for my sister to look so happy, so let her have a good fight."

As soon as this thought appeared, Ye Jian dismissed it with a smile.

Ge Jiuye was right. For the undead, death and injury were as easy as breathing. There was no need for him to worry about them.

However, it would probably take a long time for the two of them to get tired of fighting.

"Well....I'll pick them up later."

After pondering for a moment, Ye Jian made a decision.

Afterwards, he left a message for Kaguya, who was in the process of rebuilding her body, explaining the general information about this world and that he would come back later, and then he left this world.

He was afraid that if he continued to watch Kaguya get hurt, he would be unable to resist intervening.

There is no need to worry, but it is impossible not to be angry.

If Meihong had been replaced by someone else, he would have summoned an army of Shoggoths to annihilate the other party.

At worst, by cutting the 'line' or 'point', the undead can also be turned into the real dead.

It was just because of the bond and grudge between Koharu and Kaguya that he endured it.

......

......

"Hey, Xiaoye, are you going to the shrine to play with Xiaolingmeng again?"

Flying in the blue sky, Ye Jian was dozing off to enjoy the warm winter sun when he suddenly heard a greeting coming from behind him.

"Sister Aisi, are you here to have fun today too?"

Knowing the identity of the visitor before hearing the voice, Ye Jian turned around to look at Ai Si, smiled and waved to her.

"Xiaoye, you've learned bad habits. You didn't answer me, but asked me instead."

Her long golden hair, like the warm sun, fluttered gently in the wind. Ai Si came to Ye Jian's side and slowly approached him with a wicked smile.

"I didn't ask a rhetorical question because I used a declarative tone."

Manipulating his body to lower his altitude slightly, he narrowly avoided Ai Si who suddenly hugged him, and Ye Jian smiled nonchalantly.

"Can't you let me hug you just once? I just want to try out your touch."

Another sneak attack failed. Ai Si couldn't help but pout, blinking her tearful eyes and looking at Ye Jian, her whole body exuding an aura of pity.

If someone didn't know, they might think that Ye Jian did something to her.

"My sister taught me that boys should take care of their bodies and not give hugs to others casually. Otherwise, it will be very troublesome if others become addicted."

Ye Jian said, showing Ai Si a pure smile full of childishness.

"It's because of what you said that I want to try it."

Seeing that her tried-and-tested cute trick didn't work, Ai Si wiped away her tears, pouted helplessly, and said angrily.

"Your sister is too much. She actually taught you this kind of thing. You don't know what sharing is at all. How can anyone hug you like this?"

"Reimu and Marisa are both chubby, so maybe they'd be more comfortable to hold."

In order to divert Ai Si's attention, Ye Jian resolutely sold out his two friends.

"I hugged him."

Ai Si said nonchalantly, stroking her hair lightly.

"Although they all feel very good, I haven't held you, Xiaoye, so I can't make any comments yet."

"Come to think of it, Sister Aisi, I remember that you and Sister Alice are both magicians, right?"

Yami cleverly ignored Ais's statement and tried to change the subject.

"I've also started practicing magic. Could you please guide me?"

"Hmm—that's fine, but will the master who introduced you to this profession allow you to accept instruction from others?"

After stroking her delicate chin and thinking for a moment, Ai Si asked uncertainly.

It is normal for seniors to guide juniors, but it is different if they try to steal students from others. The consequences can be very troublesome.

Although she is not afraid of trouble, he is Xiaoye's master after all, so she cannot get rid of him completely.

————That’s right, she not only wants to guide Ye Jian, but also wants to snatch Ye Jian away to be her disciple.

To be precise, she is a disciple to her elder sister.

Judging from what Yami showed on the day they first met, perhaps he is the most suitable person to inherit Alice's mantle.

"My sister was the one who taught me magic, but because she majored in something else, she allowed me to ask other people for advice."

With a smile, Ye Jian said.

"Also, the magic system I chose to study is puppet magic, so I think Sister Alice and Sister Ais might be good people to ask for advice."

Although all their knowledge can be obtained by observing their information, even if it is the same system, the details between each person will be uniquely different, especially for a magician who has lived for a long time.

Therefore, even if Ye Jian can quietly learn the knowledge and skills of Ai Si and Alice, once he uses them in the future, there is a high probability that he will be discovered.

There will still be a lot of trouble at that time, so it is better to learn directly under the name of apprenticeship.

As for whether it would be accepted, Ye Jian never did anything without certainty.

"Hey, why did you choose puppet magic?"

After a slight pause, Ai Si asked with interest.

Is it such a coincidence? Is it because my interest was piqued on that day?

"Maybe it's because of interest."

With an ambiguous smile, Ye Jian said this.

"Yeah."

After staring into Ye Jian's eyes for a while, Ai Si suddenly smiled.

"However, I've only learned the basics of puppet magic from Alice. I'm good at other systems, so if you want, I can teach you."

However, Ai Si agreed readily, but Ye Jian was not happy but worried.

"Sister Aisi, what do I need to pay?"

Yami asked, calmly distancing himself from Ais.

"Your apprenticeship, and let me hold you."

"No, so why are you so entangled in this matter?"

"You have already successfully aroused my curiosity."

"...Can't you, change it?"

"Okay, you can let me touch your head."

"...Although it's true that a disciple shouldn't disobey the master's orders, I'll get angry if you go too far, you know?"

"As long as it's not excessive, it's fine. Don't worry, I'm not a pervert."

"A typical pervert wouldn't pester a child for a hug, they'd just go ahead and hug them."

"Hmm, what do you think? I told you I'm not a pervert."

"But unusual perverts do."

"Hehehe, since you've seen through me, I'll tie you up and take you home."

"Performing the true character?"

"Be more confident and remove the acting."

"...Sister Aisi, where's your face?"

"What is that? Is it as cute as you?"

Chapter 408: Problem Children All Come from Gensokyo (Thick Fog)

"Want to learn puppet magic?"

In the Enchanted Forest - Margot Lloyd's Mansion.

After listening to Ye Jian and Ai Si's explanations, Alice also understood the purpose of Ye Jian's trip.

She was quite surprised by this.

Because she had originally planned to let Ai Si ask Ye Jian during this period to see if he had any intention of practicing puppet magic, but she didn't expect that Ye Jian would come to her before she took any action.

When they first met, Alice had already judged his talent in the puppet magic system through Ye Jian's performance.

Although it was just a rough judgment, she was sure that Ye Jian's talent was higher than anyone she had ever seen.

But, if that were all, Alice would not have the idea of ​​accepting a disciple.

Because although she was proud of her attainments in puppet magic, she did not think that she had reached the end of this road.

Therefore, rather than accepting disciples, she prefers to focus on her own practice.

However, she eventually came up with the idea of ​​taking in a disciple.

The love that Ye Jian unconsciously showed when he saw the dolls she made was what gave her this idea.

After all, having talent doesn't mean you'll like it.

Moreover, she had seen many puppeteers in the past, but without exception, they all treated puppets as weapons, tools and other dead objects.

Even though some of the characters treat the puppets as their own children, in essence, they only treat the puppets as substitutes.

Alice knew that this was human nature, because no matter how realistic the puppet's posture was, it was still a dead object with no life.

She wouldn't interfere, but she wouldn't like it either.

Because she always regards the dolls she makes as living beings.