At first glance, this attack doesn't seem like much; it's just reducing three dimensions to zero dimensions.
But those who develop technology are naturally aware of the difficulties involved. It's easy to drop two dimensions, but dropping to zero dimensions is terrifying.
When the universe was first born, it was a singularity, and at that time the universe was zero-dimensional. It was only after the Big Bang and the infinite expansion of space that dimensions were formed.
If someone possesses the technology to reduce the universe to zero dimensions, then they have the ability to reboot the universe.
They had just been in three dimensions, so the black light was naturally meant to strike them in their three-dimensional state. Otherwise, if it were applied to other dimensions, it could have instantly reduced them to zero dimensions.
"What should we do? Avoid it or...?"
One of them spoke up.
"Would it be useful to avoid them? With methods like that, would you feel safe going back?"
A person nearby said.
Yes, with that kind of capability, who knows when the other party might suddenly fall seriously ill, get tired of living, and decide to reboot the universe.
Then wouldn't humanity in the known universe suffer an undeserved calamity?
"Then let's ascend to a higher dimension to find out. The other party must be a higher-dimensional being."
Everyone nodded.
As they unleashed their supernatural powers, their bodies continuously transcended dimensions and began to advance.
From three-dimensional space to four-dimensional space and then to five-dimensional space...
The crossing speed was extremely fast.
In just a moment, they entered eleven-dimensional space from three-dimensional space.
This is the highest dimension of the universe.
This dimension allows you to see clearly any situation in any dimension, including time and space.
"You've crossed the line."
An inexplicable fluctuation entered everyone's minds, and a humanoid creature stood not far from them.
The other party has no external organs such as mouth or nose, and speaks only through the transmission of unique waves. There is a language difference between the two parties, but this way of communication is the most effective and expressive way.
"You attacked us first, didn't you?"
One person narrowed their eyes, trying to see through the other.
"This is a warning. The death line is just a defensive measure. If someone wants to kill you, you can't escape it."
"High-dimensional organisms stated."
“I know you cultivators. I recognize this kind of method. I don’t want to get entangled with you any further. Go back to your known universe. This is not a place for you.”
The group exchanged glances, convinced that this was their first time exploring an unknown universe, while the other party confidently claimed to know them and their identities.
In this way, the other party may have encountered cultivators in ancient times.
"reason."
The crowd uttered two words.
"Civilization...the spark...grudges...strength..."
A higher-dimensional being embodied in the riddle-maker.
Seeing that no one understood, it paused and continued: "In the past, there were many civilizations in the universe, and wars broke out all the time. The abuse of weapons of various dimensions caused most areas of the universe to fall from high dimensions to low dimensions."
Cultivators are one of them. You abused the laws of the universe, causing a great chaos among many civilizations. Various civilizations were shattered, and the universe became unbearable.
Each civilization preserved its flame and entered into a truce in order to ensure the continuation of its race, thus giving the universe a brief respite.
However, if the universe continues to expand indefinitely, it may collapse, eventually leaving the universe in a state of utter desolation.
Each of your civilizations should remain within the known universe and not cross the lines with each other.
After a long silence, the crowd said, "You are one of the civilizations that once fought against us, aren't you?"
The higher-dimensional beings did not answer, but this silence was tantamount to acquiescence.
"This universe is the home of my civilization; you cultivators, retreat!"
Higher-dimensional beings experience significant mental fluctuations.
"You want to reboot the universe?"
Looking at the pure energy body of the higher-dimensional being, everyone had their answer.
A purely energy-based body has no mass, so it will not be returned during the process of restarting the universe, and civilization will not be wiped out.
However, other civilizations that did not achieve pure energy will have their mass returned during the cosmic reboot process, becoming nutrients in the Big Bang and eventually going extinct.
The other party seems to have good intentions and wants to restart the universe, reusing the power of the Big Bang to expand the high-dimensional space that was destroyed by the universe.
Their real intention is to take this opportunity to wipe out all civilizations in the universe at once, so that when the universe restarts, they will be the sole victors.
This is the grudge that the high-dimensional being just mentioned...
He wanted to settle all his grievances with various civilizations at once.
What a cunning boy.
"The universe restart is an inevitable trend, and all civilizations should assist us in restarting the universe and returning to the cosmic pastoral era."
The higher-dimensional beings stated that this could be considered an admission of the purpose of their civilization.
"Ha, what a wonderful idea of returning to a cosmic pastoral era. Don't let your civilization survive while we become the victims."
When that time comes, you will be the only dominant force, and no civilization in the entire universe will be able to challenge you.
Even the cruel Dark Forest Law becomes a laughing stock, because by then you will already be the dictators of the universe.
Any talk of technological explosion is nothing but a drop in the ocean. You can decide the upper limit of every civilization and strangle them at the slightest threat.
You have become messengers of destiny, holding the throats of all civilizations, standing above all others. Is this what you mean by us assisting you in restarting the universe?
Everyone chuckled.
Upon hearing this, the higher-dimensional being exuded killing intent. His purpose had been seen through, and the cultivator before him could not be allowed to live.
Although they are very strong, after so many years of development, we are no longer the weaklings we used to be!
"If that's the case... then let's perish!"
Higher-dimensional beings launched a technological attack.
"What do we have to fear!"
"war!"
The group exchanged glances, their faces filled with determination.
With the release of the great universe within his body, he exuded boundless power.
"The great universe appears!"
The vast universe instantly filled the entire eleven-dimensional space.
"Hmph! Dimensional reduction based on the death line!"
Undeterred, the higher-dimensional beings activated their technological defenses, attempting to reduce the dimensions of everyone's universe. (Since these beings wanted to restart the universe, calling them "Zero-Reset Beings" isn't an exaggeration, is it?)
"A Vast Ocean of Laws!"
The laws of the universe transformed into a vast ocean, annihilating every attack from the death line spanning tens of light-years.
"Black Domain!"
The Zero-Returner showed no mercy, directly unleashing hundreds of supermassive black holes to bombard the crowd.
The massive black hole directly affected everyone around them, instantly transforming this high-dimensional region into a dark abyss.
Here, the escape velocity is greatly reduced, and even the eternally constant speed of light is directly reduced to below 11.2 km/s, effectively locking away any possibility of escape for everyone.
With their ultimate goal exposed, the Zero-Returners naturally wouldn't allow them to escape back to the known universe.
But the Black Domain's role goes beyond that; the real threat lies in the hundreds of supermassive black holes.
"Annihilate!"
The Zero-Returner controls a supermassive black hole that crushes everyone.
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