owlsbooks Chapter 225 Ye Chen's Request!
Chapter 225 Ye Chen's Request!
With the remnant consciousness of the Nightmare Lord being refined into a "spirit," the transformation of the entire "Data Dream" base was also declared complete.
What was once a chaotic and filthy nightmare kingdom has been transformed into a futuristic outpost filled with science fiction and orderly beauty, and is absolutely under Su Chen's control.
Mountains formed by data, rivers formed by energy, a sky shimmering with logical runes... everything here exudes a cold yet powerful aura.
Inside the bridge of the "Dream Thief," Zhao Gang, Shen Mo, and others looked at this brand-new world.
Everyone seemed to have had their worldviews shattered, and they couldn't utter a single word for a long time.
"This...this is...the modification is complete?"
Zhao Gang rubbed his eyes, feeling like he was dreaming.
"This is incredible..." Shen Mo recorded various data with a feverish expression.
"A naturally occurring negative energy dimension can actually be 'reinstalled'! This opens up a whole new realm for us!"
"Advisor, I request... I request detailed data on the modifications to this base. This data will be invaluable for our future technological development!"
"Okay." Su Chen agreed readily; he had no intention of keeping anything to himself.
"Alright, this matter is settled. Let's prepare to return."
Su Chen issued the order.
The expedition has exceeded its objectives, not only removing the "Nightmare Lord" as a thorn in their side, but also unexpectedly gaining an interdimensional base.
We've also glimpsed an even more terrifying enemy deep within the universe. It's time to go back and properly digest the results of our battle and prepare for the storm to come.
"yes!"
Everyone responded in unison and began the final checks for the return flight.
However, at that moment, a slightly hoarse but very firm voice rang out.
"Advisor, I...I have a request."
Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and discovered that the speaker was none other than Ye Chen, the "navigator" and "translator" of this expedition.
At this moment, Ye Chen's face was somewhat pale, clearly indicating that his mental energy had been greatly depleted during the previous dimensional voyage and battle against the Nightmare Kingdom.
But his eyes were unusually bright, even carrying a hint of...desire.
Su Chen's avatar looked at him: "Speak."
Ye Chen took a deep breath, seemingly organizing his thoughts.
He glanced at the brand-new "data dream" outside the window and said in a deep voice, "I request permission to stay."
"Stay?" Zhao Gang was the first to shout.
"Ye Chen, are you crazy? Even though the consultant has modified this place, who knows what other dangers might lurk? What if something happens to you leaving here alone?"
"Yes, Ye Chen," Liu Yiyi's illusory figure also advised.
"This is, after all, a dream dimension, not the material world. It's too dangerous for you to go alone. Come back with us."
Ye Chen shook his head, his gaze fixed firmly on Su Chen's avatar.
He knew that only Su Chen could make decisions here.
"Advisor, do you remember what I said before about my race?"
Su Chen nodded.
He certainly remembered a race that lived in the space between reality and dreams, feeding on beautiful dreams.
A flicker of reminiscence and pain crossed Ye Chen's eyes as he slowly explained:
"My race, after being forced to abandon the dream form and enter the material world, actually lost our most fundamental power."
"We are like trees uprooted; although we can survive in new soil, we can never grow into towering trees again."
"Over the years, I have been trying to find a way to restore the power of my bloodline, but the dream world of the material world is too thin, too chaotic, and full of impurities."
"The energy I absorb is not enough to fight off the negative emotions mixed in with my dreams."
His gaze returned to the "data dreamscape" outside the window, his eyes burning with fervor.
"But here...it's different here!"
"This world, after you 'formatted' it, is still essentially a dream, but all the chaos, madness, and filth have been removed!"
"It transformed into a...pure world, composed of the most primordial spiritual energy!"
"This is the 'Promised Land' of our clan's legend! I am confident that by cultivating here, I can restore the true power of our ancestors in a very short time!"
After hearing Ye Chen's explanation, everyone fell silent.
They never expected that Su Chen's unintentional action would create such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Ye Chen.
Looking at Ye Chen's expectant eyes, Su Chen was also quickly making plans in his mind.
This newly established "data dream" base definitely needs a reliable person to oversee it.
Although the modified "spirit" was loyal, it ultimately lacked initiative and could only execute orders.
And his own will could not possibly be focused on this place at all times.
Ye Chen, as the natural enemy of the "Nightmare," is proficient in the laws of dreams, making him undoubtedly the best candidate to serve as the "Warden" and "Manager" of this base.
Moreover, a stronger Ye Chen would be of great benefit to his future plans.
"I agree," Su Chen said decisively.
Upon hearing this, Ye Chen's face immediately lit up with uncontrollable ecstasy.
He knelt down on one knee, deeply moved: "Thank you so much, consultant, for your help!"
"Don't thank me yet." Su Chen raised his hand.
"I'm asking you to stay, not for a vacation. I need you to do three things."
"First, safeguard this base and ensure its stable operation. At the same time, utilize the resources here to enhance your own strength as quickly as possible."
"Secondly, to delve deeper into the laws and mysteries of the dream dimension, I need a true dream expert."
"Third," Su Chen's tone turned serious, "keep a close eye on that 'Star-Eating Cult' for me. This base will be our bridgehead for counterattacking them in the future."
"Yes! Ye Chen accepts the order!" Ye Chen replied solemnly, understanding the responsibility on his shoulders.
After receiving Su Chen's permission, Ye Chen no longer hesitated, and his body transformed into a stream of light.
It flew directly off the "Dream Thief" and merged into the "Data Dream" below.
When his body came into contact with that pure dream energy, a wonderful resonance occurred.
Countless ancient and mysterious golden runes appeared on Ye Chen's body.
His bloodline, like an engine that had been fully activated, began to frantically devour the surrounding dream energy.
The entire "Data Dream" base experienced a remarkable "revitalization" reaction due to his involvement.
Just then, deep within the base, an ancient structure, unknown even to the previous Nightmare Lord and sealed away for countless years, was unexpectedly activated by Ye Chen's bloodline power!
boom--
A massive portal, composed of countless rays of light and runes, slowly emerged in the core area of the base.
On the other side of the portal lies a bizarre and surreal void, filled with shattered dreams and the aura of death.
"This is..." In an instant, a piece of ancient information from the bloodline inheritance appeared in Ye Chen's mind.
"The Ruins of Ten Thousand Dreams!"
He was shocked and immediately reported this discovery to Su Chen.
"The Ruins of Ten Thousand Dreams?" Su Chen's will stirred as well.
According to the information Ye Chen transmitted, the so-called "Ruins of Ten Thousand Dreams" is the final destination of all broken, dead, and forgotten dreams in the entire universe.
There, it is both a graveyard where countless remnants of civilization's dreams are buried and a vast treasure trove containing endless knowledge and power, and of course, it is also full of unknown dangers.
Ye Chen's existence actually opened a door to a new world for him!
Su Chen immediately made a decision.
"Ye Chen, guard this place. Your third task has been expanded to include exploring the 'Ruins of Ten Thousand Dreams'!"
He had a strong premonition that this place would become one of his key trump cards in the future fight against the "Star-Eating Cult" and even against those higher-level civilizations.
"Yes!" Ye Chen's voice was filled with excitement and fighting spirit.
With everything arranged, the "Dream Thief" finally started its return journey.
Under Ye Chen's gaze, it slowly became illusory and disappeared into this newly born "data dreamland".