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Fortunately, the night world from the First to the Fifth Age had already been explored and conquered by previous generations of night travelers over the past thousand years. It was not like the Sixth Age, which was still hidden in the mist of history and difficult to see clearly.

Aside from the First Age, which was the Age of Gods when the nameless Fool created the "Fool's Library" and established the Tombkeepers, due to the vast distances and the incomplete information storage technology of the time, only vague texts remained, with no detailed records.

From the Second to the Fifth Age, those predecessors who traveled by night left behind very detailed information.

"Almost every civilization from the Old Era had a plan to use all its strength to resist or survive the end of the era."

"But in reality, the only two of these plans that were successfully executed and nearly completed were the wizard civilization of the Second Age and the virtual world civilization of the Fourth Age."

Last recalled the night world exploration records he had seen in the Mystery Tower.

Humans in the Second Age discovered the existence of magic in its early stages.

Therefore, the development of human civilization throughout the Second Age was closely related to magic, wizards, wizard towers, and so on... In that era, wizards held an extremely high status. Even wizard apprentices who had just completed their arcane initiation had the same status as aristocrats.

During the most prosperous period of wizard civilization, three wizard towers built by legendary wizards stood on the earth.

After realizing the existence of the end of the era, the previous civilization chose to use all the power of the civilization to weave a "magic network" covering the entire plane, attempting to rewrite the laws of the plane and fight against the "natural law" deep in the root.

It is different from the wizard civilization of the Second Age, which directly confronted the rules of the world.

The Void Civilization of the Fourth Epoch, in the process of its development, inadvertently discovered another dimension called the Void Realm, and established connections with the Void Life therein, and even the Void Spirit Gods in the depths of the Void.

Eventually, a civilization system that was highly symbiotic with the virtual world gradually evolved.

After the virtual world civilization learned about the existence of the end of the era, the plan they made was to escape.

Migrate the entire continent, along with all life on it, to the dimension of the virtual world.

Leaving his hometown, he lived a life of escape and wandering in the dimensional abyss.

But it was clear that both the Second Epoch Wizard Civilization's "Magic Net Project" and the Fourth Epoch Virtual World Civilization's "Void Migration" plan ultimately ended in failure...

If not, there would be no new era or new civilization to restart in the future.

And those grand plans formulated with the full strength of civilization were buried in the dust of history along with the disappeared civilization, and were not rediscovered by night travelers until tens of millions of years later.

"Yes."

"Both the 'Magic Web Project' and the 'Void Migration Project' were grand undertakings achieved through the combined efforts of all humanity at that time, and they are the most glorious creations of a civilization."

"And the reason we've been able to develop so rapidly in this world is precisely because we've learned from these previous civilizations. The existence of the Night World allows us to learn from the strengths and weaknesses of these previous civilizations’ technologies—"

"For example, the magical technology and alchemical potions we use now come from the wizard civilization of the Second Age, and the network technology that transmits communication signals through the virtual world comes from the virtual world civilization of the Fourth Age."

Dean Yin paused.

"And the civilizations of the Sixth Epoch, as it stands now, have already fully embarked on the path of technological development—even further than we have gone."

"The 'Artificial Angel' Project is the culmination of the most advanced science and technology of Sixth Epoch Civilization."

"Simply put, they want to use purely technological means to create a cyborg life form capable of carrying a human soul."

"And with the power of science, I've given this mechanical creation a completely new sequence, one that has never existed in history—"

"Judgment"

Dean Yin looked into Last's eyes and said, "According to their assumptions and calculations, when this plan is truly completed..."

"That long artificial sequence, enabled by technology, will directly reach the eighth level, the level of 'Angel'."

"That was the ultimate weapon created by the Sixth Epoch's humanity, led by Gray, with the entire power of civilization, to combat the impending apocalypse, the gods on the Threshold of Blazing Heaven, and the gravekeepers—"

"Anti-mythic weapons that truly use the gods as their imaginary enemies are what are called 'artificial angels.'"

"Because the final product of this plan possesses the unique sequence 'Judgment', it can also be called the 'Angel of Judgment'."

Luster nodded. "So, Dean Yin, what did you just say about Canaan?"

"Not sure, really not sure."

Dean Yin shook his head. "You should be aware that a major project like this, one that expends the entire power of a civilization and could even directly impact its fate, must be kept extremely confidential."

"All research related to the 'Artificial Angel' project is being conducted at a top-level mechanical research institute in the Echoes of History."

"And that technological civilization in the remnants of history had far more high-level experts than the present world, and its science and technology were far more advanced than ours. All the advantages the Night Traveler had over the natives of the dungeon no longer existed..."

"Not even one member of the Starry University's Night World development team managed to sneak into the Mechanical Research Institute."

"The word 'Canaan' is all we know. I specifically told them to pay attention to it because of you."

"If you want to know more, I'm afraid you'll need to enter the night world and explore it yourself."

"After all, you are the spiritual pillar of the great leader Gray, the lone..."

"Stop, don't say anymore, I get it."

Last spoke directly, interrupting Dean Yin's spellcasting chant.

Even without Dean Yin bringing it up, continuing to explore the night world was already Last's established plan.

After Dean Yin mentioned the clues about "Canaan", the priority of exploring the night world immediately rose several levels in Last's mind.

He had been wondering whether he, Xiao Ai, and the huge explosion that razed the entire Canaan town to the ground two hundred years ago were related to the Sixth Epoch.

Now it seems that this question mark may have been erased.

So, on this trip to the Night World, I should finally be able to know the answer I've been longing for -

About Xiao Ai, about Canaan...

The truth of everything.

"That's right. Other night travelers won't be able to get in, but little Rust, you will definitely have no problem."

The little ferret gave Rust a look that said, "You know what I mean." "To be honest, I'm starting to wonder if you're the illegitimate child of the Night World."

"Otherwise, it doesn't explain why you're so special. You're like the darling of the world... It seems like every time you enter the night world, your style is completely different from that of other night travelers."

For other night travelers, entering the night world is like opening a new copy after an update of the new version of an online game. They are all cautious and steady, focusing on collecting intelligence. They do not seek to make any achievements but to avoid mistakes. After all, life is only once, and people will die if they are killed.

Even if he occasionally participated in some major historical events as the background of the dungeon, he was just an insignificant little shrimp, at most a supporting role with a name.

But this guy Last is different. Every time he enters the night world, he rushes around recklessly and makes himself the protagonist of major historical events.

It was as if the entire "night world" was created specifically for this guy.

……

A month later, in the Mystery Tower, the Epoch Hall.

Today, Rast is no longer the freshman who was taken by Ingrid to visit the Arcana Tower for the first time. For him, the process of entering the Arcana Tower is as simple as eating and drinking water.

In the words of Professor Barbarossa, he regards this place as his home.

Of course, Professor Barbarossa warmly welcomed this.

After all, for most night travelers, the Arcana Tower and the "End Night World" within it are terrifying places that make people fear like tigers and wolves. Entering once could cost half of your life. Therefore, it is not certain that you will see any human figures for ten days or half a month.

Only a weirdo like Rast would be so diligent and tireless in caring for this empty-nest old ape.

As for Last's preparations before entering the night world, he had already become familiar with them after going through them so many times that there was no need to elaborate on them.

The only special thing about this preparation process is that Last spent more than a month in the Mechanical Research Institute of the Ashes Academy of Dean Agatha.

He knew very well that he was not like Hiltina, who was accustomed to fighting with swords.

Last's military fighting skills have been honed to maturity during the reincarnation in Deep Blue Port, and they will not be a hindrance when used when necessary. However, when it is not necessary, Last prefers to use mechanical weapons such as guns and bullets to solve problems because it is simpler and more efficient.

However, as Last's strength grew, the "Iron Moon" revolver and the "Seven Heavy Fields" sniper rifle could no longer keep up with his combat intensity.

It just so happened that this time he entered a near-future science fiction world where science and mechanical technology were highly developed. Last planned to use this trip to the night world to gradually shift himself to the mechanic's fighting style.

Compared to the clash of swords, the mechanic who controls the machinery is indeed more in line with his personality.

Gather your thoughts and return to reality.

Last stood in front of the dark stone tablet, and the ancient words engraved on the Epoch Tombstone came into view.

Looking at the epoch tombstone standing in the center of the Arcane Tower, he suddenly remembered what Cecil had told him before, the true essence of the Tombkeeper Organization - the "Eternal Night Stele", which could be returned from the long river of history countless times as long as the mark of the Tombkeeper members was engraved on it.

Now it seems that it is quite similar to the epoch tombstone entering the world of the Last Night in the Mysterious Tower.

Even the "virtual reality full immersion game with a historical background that is popular all over the continent" that Dean Yin mentioned earlier, its existence form is so similar to the night world.

It’s just that the latter is far more real than the former, so real that once you die in the night world, reality dies with you.

The Sixth Epoch, the Gravekeepers, the Shore Keepers, the Night World… There seemed to be too many extraordinary connections among them, just waiting for one to explore.

"In short, I've collected all the information I should have, and I've told you everything I should have told you."

"I've been exhausted from being an intelligence dealer these past few months. I need a good rest."

"I'm not worried about you being in the Night World, Little Rust. After all, you're truly the Night World's own son... But even if you leave, what will happen to my meal plan? Little Xia and Little Tina are both very busy people."

Dean Yin's voice sounded behind Last, like an old mother nagging her child before he left for a long journey.

"Ah, you guys won't even carry a Shadow Crystal with you no matter what. I can't even watch the live broadcast... I can only sleep at home with nothing to do. Oh, I'm really curious about that full stealth game."

"Since Dean Yin is so curious, why not come with me into the night world?"

Last suddenly spoke, interrupting Dean Yin's sigh.

"Eh?"

Dean Yin was stunned. "But I'm just a ferret. There's no way I can be recognized as a night traveler by the night world. I've tried before."

"Why not try again? Just because it didn't work before doesn't mean it won't work if you follow me."

Last smiled and said, "After all, Dean Yin, you always like to say that Night World is owned by my family, so what if I want to bring a pet along?"

As he spoke, without waiting for Dean Yin to answer, Last picked up the still somewhat confused little ferret and grabbed Destiny by the scruff of the neck.

He stretched out his other hand and touched the stone tablet.

The next moment, the night sky, like a gauze, rippled before Rast's eyes, enveloping both him and Dean Yin.

Chapter 194 You are not the biological son of the Night World, it is your biological son (two in one)

As night fell, the illusion gradually turned into reality, enveloping Last.

Outside the gauzy night, whether it was the pitch-black Epochal Stele or the hall of the Mystery Tower, all the scenery was fading and receding.

It is necessary to separate Rast from the present world and take him to the echoes of history.

Of course, the ferret Dean was also divided up, which was held in Last's hand.

This is a matter of course. Night travelers can retain the most basic clothing and props when entering the night world, but they can never bring other creatures in with them. If not, the restriction that the Echoes of the Era cannot be entered in groups would naturally not be valid.

However, when the night actually touched Rast's body, the night that had condensed into substance suddenly dissipated.

It became illusory and vague, and could no longer affect Last in the slightest.

[Origin of Destiny: You are the source of all destinies. Flowing time and years diverge before you, transforming into two unrelated straight lines. You are both the creator and the ender of stories. Thousands of world lines are born because of you, and will also end because of you.]

[As the origin of destiny, you are independent of time. Your resistance to time-related skills is greatly increased.]

This is an inherent skill from the Destiny Sequence that Last acquired through the Fool's Library after establishing a bond with Gray.

The original text of this inherent skill is permanently fixed on Rast and cannot be turned off or replaced.

The effect of this skill can be described as a double-edged sword.

The negative effect of this double-edged sword is that every time you clear the historical echoes, the "rewind" from the night world will not be effective on Last.

No matter how badly injured other night travelers are in the night world, as long as they are still alive, they can be restored to their original state after passing the level, their injuries will be healed, and they will become full of energy again.

But Last could not enjoy the effect of regression treatment, so every time he made big news in the night world, he had to lie in bed in the school hospital for a long time.

He was almost more familiar with the VIP bed by the window in the school hospital than his own student dormitory.

But at this moment, the other side of the double-edged sword of "Origin of Destiny" was revealed.

The detection and separation that other night travelers must undergo when entering the night world completely lost their effectiveness on Last.

The next moment, the rich night color disappeared in the hall of the Mystery Tower.

The figures of the man and the mink beside the Jiyuan tombstone no longer exist.

"Dean Yin, here's the tea you requested."

A few minutes later, Professor Barbarossa pushed open the door and walked into the Epoch Hall with a pot of black tea.

But he looked around and still couldn't find the ferret.

"Just now he said he wanted to have tea with me and wait for that little guy Rust to come out. How come the mink is gone in the blink of an eye?"