After Mobius found Chen Ran, Chen Ran also needed to approach Mobius.
It was about the quantum state on Herrscher Seele.
Before returning, he had obtained first-hand information about Schrödinger at the Cocolia Orphanage.
It was about the research on how Honkai Energy stabilizes quantum states.
She came from the Sea of Quanta and had also been stabilized by Honkai. Plus, Bronya could serve as a reference subject for research, making it easy to observe the Honkai Energy needed for stabilizing quantum states.
This data was very effective, at least confirming that Honkai Energy comes from a higher dimension and is a special force that can lead from lower dimensions to higher dimensions.
However, Mobius now clearly had her own matters to attend to.
After following Mobius to a separate, temporarily constructed laboratory, Chen Ran asked, "Doctor, can we talk about the experiment now?"
He actually wanted to resolve the quantum state issue as soon as possible.
Mobius nodded: "Of course, lab rat."
"Or do you want me to reward you first?"
The doctor in front of him smiled brightly, and Chen Ran couldn't help but let his gaze wander: "Let's talk about serious matters; I still don't know what experiment you want me to conduct."
"To be precise, it's not an experiment, but a detection."
Mobius paused and said, "Do you remember what you did to me before regarding the super mutation surgery?"
Chen Ran nodded: "I know."
Mobius had undergone two super mutation surgeries; the first involved injecting Honkai Beast genes, and the second involved Herrscher genes.
Both surgeries were very successful; at least Chen Ran hadn't seen any signs of Honkai corruption in Mobius.
However, after the super mutation surgeries, Mobius's visits to the First Research Institute had decreased.
Especially after Klein arrived, she directly controlled Klein to work, making Klein endure a grueling 996 work schedule.
This schedule was sometimes shared with Fuxi and Nuwa, and sometimes they would add to it. In short, Chen Ran couldn't imagine what kind of difficult life Klein was living now.
Mobius said lightly: "During these two surgeries, I discovered that consciousness has a dominant relationship with Honkai. To be precise, although you and MEI found that Honkai and consciousness belong to the same dimensional force, in essence, consciousness is even more special than Honkai."
During this time, Mobius had not been idle.
No matter the internal storms of Fire Moth or anything else, they couldn't stop her gaze towards Infinite.
"Honkai can be controlled by consciousness; of course, consciousness can also be alienated by Honkai." Mobius stated a conclusion.
"The latter manifests as Herrscher, while the former is the inspiration I derived from the 'Dead Sea Scrolls'."
She looked at Chen Ran and said, "Honkai itself has no wisdom, yet it exists in the same dimension as consciousness, which actually means it is a way of transmitting some special information, or perhaps, it is the embodiment of some kind of rule."
"What if we give Honkai consciousness?"
Chen Ran blurted out: "Reorganization group?"
Isn't this just the theory of having Prometheus play the Will of Honkai?
Chen Ran initially thought this was something proposed only after the Herrscher of Corruption appeared, but looking at it now, this theory might have existed long ago.
Mobius nodded: "Mathematically, it can indeed be said that way, but it's hard to verify in reality."
Chen Ran said: "This places a high demand on a person's capacity to bear consciousness; perhaps we can observe it using the X-10 experiment."
The X-10 experiment is an important experiment for consciousness to grasp quantum-level matter, and if we replace quantum with Honkai, it can theoretically achieve the effect Mobius wants to observe.
Mobius smiled: "That's why I came to find you."
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As Mobius and Chen Ran began the X-10 experiment.
A new storm was brewing within Fire Moth.
Si Paxi's support for Chen Ran seemed to ignite the powder keg within Fire Moth.
This matter should have calmed down.
However, another voice within the organization only added fuel to the fire.
That was the Schariac serum provided by Chen Ran, which contained a high concentration of Honkai Energy, leading Fire Moth to believe that Chen Ran was conducting unethical human experiments.
That's right, someone had taken action against Chen Ran.
Since Chen Ran had Mobius and Si Paxi behind him, it meant that the old guard was about to make a comeback.
They did not care how much Chen Ran had sacrificed to fight against the Honkai; for some, this was a blatant and the best reason to eliminate rivals.
In fact, they planned to take this opportunity to reorganize the First Research Institute.
Xiang Zhuang danced with a sword, aiming at Pei Gong.
The target of these people was not Chen Ran at all, but Mobius.
And MEI, along with the feasible God of War system proposed by MEI, became their greatest confidence.
The fact that Fire Moth used this as a trump card against Mobius was something MEI had never anticipated.
Upon realizing this, MEI immediately used Prometheus to investigate the rift between Mobius and the higher-ups.
As an elder who had joined Fire Moth since its establishment, Mobius was undoubtedly more of a contributor than a detractor. So, the fact that Fire Moth was so wary of Mobius, even disregarding her contributions, must have a hidden secret.
And this secret was indeed uncovered by Prometheus.
When Prometheus retrieved a sealed Fire Moth document, MEI couldn't help but be slightly taken aback.
"The Divine Authority Project..."
This was a plan she was very familiar with.
Back when she was interning at the First Research Institute, Chen Ran had approached her to conduct related experiments.
Relying on the core of the Second Herrscher, they obtained simulated results in the computer.
It was during that experiment that MEI's understanding of the Honkai became more comprehensive, realizing that the Honkai and consciousness existed in the same dimension. It was that experiment that confirmed the existence of the Stigmata factor.
But MEI also knew that the experiments she conducted with Chen Ran were also conducted by Mobius.
Mobius said it was the shame of her life, so she even destroyed the experimental reports.
MEI had initially thought that the so-called shame referred to the failure of the experiment.
After all, Mobius was the first researcher of Fire Moth, and a failed experiment would naturally bring shame.
But it wasn't until she read that segment of the secret that she realized Mobius had not failed.
Instead, she had opened a certain taboo.
Fire Moth had not been established for long, yet humanity's understanding of the Honkai had existed for quite some time.
Initially, after the United Nations established Fire Moth, all relevant Honkai data was transferred to be sealed within Fire Moth.
At that time, there was also another voice within Fire Moth: the Honkai could be viewed as a power of its own, much like nuclear energy.
This voice peaked after the First Herrscher appeared.
It was a self-evident idea.
MEI placed herself in the perspective of those at that time and found that if it were her, she would also support such statements.
The first Herrscher was male, and his physical structure was no different from that of a human; the only difference was that he lacked his own consciousness.
However, the combat machines he could create with ease left many in awe; this structural ability was enough to overturn much of thermodynamic knowledge.
The ability of the Herrscher was the pinnacle of what physics could reach.
This was a conclusion drawn by many.
So how could people not go mad over the Honkai?
Mobius was the first within Fire Moth to propose relying on humans to master the Honkai.
She candidly stated that the Honkai held the secret to becoming a god.
If it were now, this would likely refer to Stigmata implantation or super-evolution surgery. But the experiments conducted by Mobius at that time were naturally more radical.
The Divine Authority Project was initiated by merging humans with the Herrscher Core.
Mobius injected the core of the Herrscher of Reason into another experimental subject.
Moreover, this experiment was recorded as a success in Fire Moth's internal documents.
In other words, within Fire Moth, Mobius created a second Herrscher of Reason, which was the result of the Divine Authority Project.
However, there was not a single shred of information about the second Herrscher of Reason, nor did anyone mention it.
Only in the documents retrieved by Prometheus was there a mention of a passage:
[...Dr. Mobius has been proven to have the ability to create gods; this is a taboo. For the sake of ethics and rules, we had to stifle this taboo, and we paid a great price for it.]
[Her existence would overturn all the wisdom that humanity prides itself on.]
These two passages were vague, but MEI could roughly understand their meaning.
Clearly, the success of the Divine Authority Project directly overturned human logic.
If there were a way for humans to easily reach the endpoint of physics, then human learning would hold no significance.
Moreover, MEI suspected that the subsequent extermination of the Herrscher by Fire Moth was not just due to the destruction caused by the Herrscher.
More so, it was the fear of opening the path for humans to become Herrschers.
A very simple logic: why has no one ever attempted to study living Herrschers?
Theoretically, after the First Herrscher appeared, humanity should have begun researching the Second Herrscher.
But Fire Moth did not.
Even now, Fire Moth's attitude towards the Herrscher is to directly eliminate them without question.
At the very least, this indicates one issue: there is a consensus within Fire Moth that humans cannot covet the power of the Honkai.
Whether it is Project Stigma or super-evolution surgery, in essence, they are not particularly complex experiments; however, the one who produced the results of these experiments was Chen Ran, who had only recently joined Fire Moth.
And the bold X-10 experiment, its design was also quite crude, yet no one within Fire Moth undertook it.
Is it that the others in Fire Moth are not intelligent?
If the people of Fire Moth were not intelligent, then they would not have the capability to deal with the Honkai.
In other words, the related experiments that Chen Ran had considered, the people within Fire Moth had also thought of.
But the consensus within Fire Moth, the respect for ethical rules, led them to abandon such experiments.
Under such a strong consensus, even Mobius had to end such experiments.
MEI seemed to have an epiphany.
"No wonder Dr. Mobius is so partial to Chen Ran, even treating something as precious as the Herrscher Core as if it were nothing, giving it freely."
"Any experiment Chen Ran is currently conducting is actually something Mobius has always been doing."
"Only Mobius is being watched, so she can only rely on Chen Ran's hands to complete various research."
MEI had always felt that Mobius was too partial to Chen Ran.
This partiality was even more excessive than that between intimate lovers.
For any experiment Chen Ran wanted to conduct, Mobius did not oppose in any way; even when Fire Moth investigated Chen Ran, Mobius directly vouched for him.
And the investigation by Fire Moth against Chen Ran was essentially an investigation against Mobius.
MEI had initially thought that Fire Moth was overreacting, but now the logic was clear.
In simple terms, the current division within Fire Moth is not merely a power struggle.
More so, it is a struggle of positions.
The stance that Mobius and Chen Ran stand on is civilization, is evolution. The stance of the higher-ups of Fire Moth is humanity itself.
However, the higher-ups of Fire Moth made a mistake.
That is, they believed MEI was also a scholar standing on the side of humanity.
They viewed MEI as the next Mobius, unaware that MEI actually harbored greater ambitions.
MEI viewed the Honkai as a mysterious force leading humanity to a higher dimension.
The existence of the Dead Sea Scrolls further corroborated her viewpoint.
The Honkai is very likely a special form of information or a pathway.
And after deciphering this information, one could glimpse a higher path.
Of course, upon learning about this past, MEI would be more cautious in hiding herself.
The current consensus within Fire Moth is not something she can break; she needs an opportunity.
An opportunity for the Honkai, for the Herrscher to create a larger-scale disaster, even directly affecting the foundation of humanity. At that time, the resistance born from consensus would no longer be a resistance.
Moreover, at this moment, MEI had an epiphany: Mobius and Chen Ran were also waiting for this opportunity, watching coldly.
It is very likely that after the seventh Herrscher appears, that would be when Mobius and Chen Ran return.
Thinking of this, MEI said to Prometheus, "Prometheus, quickly detect the trajectory of the seventh Honkai and determine its location."
"This will be a challenge for Fire Moth, and also an opportunity for us."
Even though the Sixth Herrscher was still disappearing, MEI no longer cared about that.
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On the Mu Continent, in the house where Eden resided.
Although Chen Ran did not know why Eden, as a performing star, often stayed at home and did not need to run for announcements, it did not hinder him and Mobius from doing things that could not be seen by others.
They were observing the universe beyond the galaxy through human eyes.
To be precise, Chen Ran was conducting the X-10 experiment using Mobius's body.
This experiment was designed too crudely, and correspondingly, it did not require much preparation.
As long as there was enough Honkai Energy, it would suffice.
Relying on Mobius's connections in the Mu Continent, the Honkai Energy crystals were basically not lacking.
However, due to the simplicity of the experimental equipment, to outsiders, it appeared as if Chen Ran and Mobius were doing something else.
He was injecting a pink liquid into Mobius with a syringe, and Mobius had also taken off her clothes, leaving only her undergarments.
However, this alluring scene did not create a romantic atmosphere, as Chen Ran was focused on observing Bia, recording complex data sets.
The Honkai is a special language.
And this special language can only be understood by special individuals.
For example, the Herrscher.
And also, humans who master the powers of the Herrscher.
The Honkai is the language of dialogue between the universe and civilization, and they were eavesdropping.
After a long while.
A hint of disappointment flickered in Mobius's eyes.
Chen Ran couldn't help but ask, "What's wrong?"
"The information I received has all been verified; this time's harvest is smaller than expected. I suspect it may be due to my identity."
"Identity?"
Chen Ran pondered.
The current Mobius was equivalent to a Pseudo-Herrscher, and if there were an 'identity' issue, it would require a complete Herrscher.
Mobius's eyes held a smile: "Just right, we have a Herrscher here, don't we?"
"Are you talking about Seele? Can she do it?"
Chen Ran was about to discuss the quantumization of Seele with Mobius.
He paused and said, "I plan to implant Stigmata into Seele."
The quantumization on Seele requires Honkai to stabilize.
However, Mobius shook her head: "No, implanting Stigmata, how wasteful that is."
"You are erasing the multiple possibilities of that girl; in my view, she can achieve many things."
"She possesses both Honkai and quantum powers; Honkai is the language of the universe, while quantum is the shadow of the world. In my opinion, Seele is a possibility for humanity to overcome hope."
Chen Ran sighed.
"The burden of carrying the hope of defeating Honkai is too great; she cannot bear it."
Chen Ran paused, directly expressing his distrust towards the Seele in front of him.
"Moreover, compared to that, I would rather protect the weak. Isn't that what the Doctor thinks as well, which is why she joined Fire Moth?"
Mobius furrowed her brows slightly.
"Hmph, I don't want to concern myself with such thoughts, but you're not wrong."
She paused and said, "Then let's settle for a compromise. First, let Seele use the identity of Herrscher to obtain special information derived from Honkai. After that, I will find a way to help her become a complete person."
She was a person who valued promises; to be precise, Mobius had a certain arrogance that belonged to humanity.
Behind this arrogance was her immense knowledge, but it also bound her.
Even a Herrscher, in Mobius's eyes, was still a weakling.
How could an individual influenced by other thoughts be considered strong?
"I'll go find Seele."
As soon as Chen Ran finished speaking, he was about to leave. Mobius shot him a glance and then adjusted her clothes.
Soon, Chen Ran brought Seele over.
"Chen Ran Big Brother, Dr. Mobius."
The girl was delicate and fragile, almost identical to the Seele from fifty thousand years later.
But only a few knew how much power she contained, which was quite daunting.
Mobius looked at Seele, her eyes narrowing slightly.
She seemed to think of something and suddenly spoke.
"Do you know, Seele?"
"You are not the first Herrscher to possess self-awareness."
Chen Ran was slightly surprised; could it be that Mobius already knew about Elysia's existence?
However, just as he thought of Elysia, he directly heard her voice.
"Hi, my dear Mobius, what are you all talking about?"
Elysia had also arrived.
Perhaps it was a natural rivalry; Mobius could never control her emotions in front of Elysia.
"Elysia, get out."
Elysia blinked: "Oh come on, Eden designed a lot of clothes, and there are some that would suit Dr. Mobius!"
"Chen Ran, take Elysia out for me."
Chen Ran sighed and said, "Alright."
With Elysia around, Mobius's experiment could not possibly begin.
He said to Elysia, "Elysia, the Doctor and I are conducting an experiment."
"I know, that's why I didn't interrupt you earlier."
"Seele will also be a participant in this experiment," Chen Ran said.
Elysia blinked: "Can I observe?"
"If you're worried about Seele's safety, don't worry. At least the Doctor and I are not the kind of people who disregard others' lives for our own selfish reasons." Chen Ran hoped Elysia would leave.
It might sound a bit unbelievable.
In Fire Moth, Mobius's bottom line was recognized as the lowest, and her reputation was the worst.
However, although Mobius conducted experiments on humans, very few people died at her hands. In fact, many of the human experiments used death row inmates.
She had a very tolerant attitude towards the weak.
That is, she felt it was her duty to protect the weak.
In Mobius's view, her intelligent mind should guide humanity to complete evolution, and until that evolutionary path was reached, she should be tolerant of humanity's mistakes.
Everyone was weak, including Herrschers.
But Elysia was an exception.
Perhaps Mobius had already sensed that Elysia was of the same kind as her, which was why she couldn't control her emotions.
This emotion might also include a sense of relaxation after finding a kindred spirit.
At least, Chen Ran had not noticed that Mobius would show such a girlish side in front of him.
In other words, in Mobius's heart, Elysia was the most special kind of person.
He truly didn't know how he should feel.
Elysia sighed: "Can't I even observe?"
"The Doctor probably doesn't want you to observe."
Chen Ran made a gesture inviting her to leave.
Elysia raised an eyebrow: "Alright then."
The girl seemed like a child deprived of curiosity, leaving a bit dejectedly.
Mobius, lost in thought, said lightly, "Chen Ran, you should go out too."
Chen Ran blinked: "Doctor, I'm one of your own."
"Later, I will need to take off Seele's clothes."
Mobius's overly straightforward words made Seele's cheeks flush.
"Oh, then I'll go out."
Chen Ran left directly, and then he saw Elysia ahead, turning around and smiling at him suddenly.
She was waiting for him.
Realizing this, Chen Ran quickened his pace to catch up.
"Um, although I might not fully understand, it seems you have something to say to me?"
Chen Ran looked at Elysia and couldn't help but ask.
Elysia blinked: "Hmm, is it possible that you're just being overly sentimental?"
"If I were being overly sentimental, you wouldn't have slowed down."
Chen Ran paused and said, "Let me guess, is it about the Doctor?"
Elysia tilted her head and looked at him: "Why can't it be about you?"
"Stop joking, don't you only like beautiful girls?"
Chen Ran didn't think he had much in common with Elysia.
However, in a moment of inspiration, he seemed to think of something.
"Could it be that you're finally willing to tell me about the X-10 data?"
The X-10 experiment had always been a lingering concern for Chen Ran.
Although the most likely explanation was that this experiment had been leaked, and through Elysia, it had found him, leading to a series of events in the future.
But who let Elysia hand it over to him?
He had asked 666 to investigate this information, but 666 reported no findings.
To this, Elysia merely hummed in response.
"Well, have you heard of time crystals?"
Chen Ran instinctively frowned.
At that moment, in the room.
Seele was listening to a wonderful rhythm under Mobius's request.
Yes, that was her feeling.
At this moment, she was injected with another liquid by Mobius. If Chen Ran were here, he would know what this liquid was.
A drug made to counteract Honkai genes.
Chen Ran wanted to inject Stigmata into Seele, and Mobius directly helped him do it.
However, the power of Stigmata had another wonderful effect.
That was to listen to the voice of Honkai.
Mobius asked, "What did you hear?"
"Um, it's a bit hard to explain."
Seele said somewhat shyly: "It's like, a voice from beyond the sky."
She didn't know how to describe it; this description should be the most appropriate.
"Beyond the sky?" Mobius pondered.
Seele said, "To be precise, it's like it's talking to me."
"A voice from a higher dimension?" Mobius instructed Bia to take notes.
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