Chapter 1849 The Final Step <TOC> Chapter 1851 Rights and Burdens
Translator: SumTLMan
In the following time, Sanders explained in detail some methods and elements of precipitating the self, also illustrating his points with his own experiences. Although Angel couldn’t exactly replicate Sanders’ path, it indeed brought him great enlightenment.
About ten minutes later, Sanders stopped. He had said all he needed to say; the rest was up to Angel.
After Angel had almost digested the information, Sanders suddenly said, “By the way, did you just mention you identified a new green rune effect?”
“Yes,” Angel replied, “it’s a surface Effect of Compression in the Green Rune System. I can’t yet see its purpose. However, this green rune’s subsequent layers are similar to the ‘accommodation and release’ green runes, suggesting it might be an auxiliary effect. The specifics still need analysis.”
“Compression, eh…” Sanders sighed softly. “I once conducted an experiment to compress the aura of the Nightmare Plane, which ultimately failed. I didn’t realize that the method to compress the aura of the Nightmare Plane required the Green Rune System.”
Angel was aware of this, as Sanders had recorded this experiment in —Mystery of the Nightmare Domain—.
“Speaking of which, do you know why I conducted this experiment?” Sanders, after a moment of reflection, looked deeply into Angel’s eyes.
Angel recalled briefly; —Mystery of the Nightmare Domain— didn’t mention why Sanders conducted this experiment. However, combining some of Sanders’ remarks recorded under this experiment, he could roughly guess: “Was it because of the Nightmare Stones?”
Sanders nodded. “Yes, indeed it was for the Nightmare Stones.”
Although Sanders couldn’t always bring other things from the Nightmare Plane, he frequently visited it, and the aura he shed occasionally condensed into Nightmare Stones. So, Sanders wasn’t exactly short of Nightmare Stones.
But not being in short supply didn’t mean they could be wasted, especially since Nightmare Stones come from the extremely dangerous Nightmare Plane.
Sanders greatly treasures Nightmare Stones and naturally hopes that a single Nightmare Stone can exert its maximum effect, ideally being fully utilized.
“… According to my research, a Nightmare Stone is actually a strange substance formed when the aura of the Nightmare Plane is compressed to the extreme, causing the aura to become inert and solidify. Using a Nightmare Stone means activating its inert state, reverting it back to the normal aura of the Nightmare Plane.”
Hearing this, Angel also understood the reason behind Sanders conducting this experiment. It seems he wanted to compress the aura of the Nightmare Plane, so it re-condenses into a Nightmare Stone.
“That’s right, this can maximize the conservation of Nightmare Stones. As you know, often when a Nightmare Stone is activated, much of its aura dissipates, which is quite wasteful,” Sanders paused. “So, do you understand my intention now?”
Angel: “Does Mentor mean that by compressing the green rune, a Nightmare Stone will be formed?”
“This is merely my conjecture, as the formation of Nightmare Stones is too mysterious. Whether it is reversible is also unknown. I hope that when you later develop the effect of this green rune, you can help me verify it, and incidentally provide an answer for that failed experiment in —Mystery of the Nightmare Domain—.”
Sanders’s rare request naturally received a nod from Angel.
Even if Sanders hadn’t mentioned it, Angel would have undertaken the task. When Sanders first handed him —Mystery of the Nightmare Domain—, he had said that the cost of reading this book was to, in the future when capable, enrich and supplement more of its content.
Moreover, if compression can indeed create Nightmare Stones, this would be an extremely profitable venture for Angel. He could continuously produce the aura of the Nightmare Plane by combining the green runes of ‘release’ and ‘compression’!
Currently, due to their scarcity, the market value of Nightmare Stones hasn’t been fully realized, but it’s undeniable that they are very valuable.
If he could sell them in large quantities… Just thinking about this makes Angel’s heart race. Even though he isn’t lacking in money, facing such a profitable deal is very tempting.
So, even if Sanders doesn’t ask him, as long as Angel knows that “compression” might lead to obtaining Nightmare Stones, he will certainly try.
After discussing the topic of self-settling, Angel took the initiative to talk with Sanders about moving from Phantom Island to the external ruins.
Upon hearing this news, Sanders nodded and said: “Indeed, it’s time to move. Although the Bud may not necessarily act against you, it’s definitely right to prevent problems before they occur.”
Then, they talked about some other topics.
For instance, the current situation of the Puppet Hospital, which is of utmost concern to Angel.
Sanders didn’t hide anything and briefly mentioned the situation with the Live Wire.
No new Live Wire infections have been reported in Windmill Town, and some of the infected people have been discharged from the hospital; however, for some who have been infected with the Live Wire for too long, trying to lure it out with the aura of the Nightmare Plane will take a much longer time. Even after so many days, many people are still in an infected state.
Although the hospital still has many patients, Angel sees at least that the situation is developing for the better.
However, Sanders is not so optimistic: “This is just the situation in Windmill Town getting better; the situation in other places is still unknown.”
If other places are also affected by the Live Wire, then it would truly be a “fall.” Windmill Town still has Savage Grottoes to rely on, but other places will likely become a disaster in a short time.
By the time Sanders goes there, it will probably be too late. After all, facing tens of thousands or millions of mad patients, Sanders doesn’t think he has the energy or time to treat so many people.
“So, all we can do is pray that everything is safe elsewhere.”
…
Sanders discussed the situation at the Puppet Hospital, and Angel shared some of his own experiences, such as his previous conversation with Lord Rhine.
“Did you talk to Lord Rhine about the Wilderness of Dreams?” Sanders asked in surprise.
“No, I just asked Lord Rhine a question: If one day there comes a matter that might affect the entire Wizarding World, should I act on it?” Angel detailed the conversation to Sanders.
After listening, Sanders smiled: “No wonder when I saw Lord Rhine earlier, he secretly asked me if you were up to something in the shadows. I was curious then, but it turns out he was referring to this matter.”
“The time to open the Wilderness of Dreams to a wider range isn’t far off. Actually, it wouldn’t hurt to tell Lord Rhine… but let’s keep it a secret for now. After all, the general situation of the Wilderness of Dreams isn’t fully refined yet. We can always talk about it after it’s perfected.”
“Besides, it’s rare to see him emotionally perturbed. I really want to see what his expression will be when the Wilderness of Dreams is truly opened.”
The topic of opening the Wilderness of Dreams was not further discussed by Sanders and Angel, as it required detailed planning, not something that could be concluded in a few minutes. When the Wilderness of Dreams truly enters the ‘Era of the Extraordinary’, they will definitely find time to analyze the pros and cons before making a decision.
Chapter 1849 The Final Step <TOC> Chapter 1851 Rights and Burdens