NOVEL NEXT Chapter 272: Illusory Hope
Non-stabilized Time Crystal Generator??
The moment these words left Lin Yu's mouth, Chen Jian was almost frozen in place.
He obviously couldn't grasp the intrinsic meaning of the term immediately, but Fu Xi offered an explanation right away.
A simple and comprehensible explanation.
"The Time Crystal is a non-equilibrium quantum matter based on quantum physics theory, first proposed by Nobel laureate Frank Wilczek, but as of 2045, it remains a speculative 'form of matter'."
"My database doesn't record any information about the actual existence of such matter, or 'concept,' but there are indeed a few research institutions attempting to use special metastable potential well generators to create so-called Time Crystals."
"They believe that the generated Time Crystal possesses spontaneous phase transition characteristics, capable of leveraging actively triggered quantum tunneling effects to translate across space and time on a superluminal time scale."
"Simply put, it's time travel."
"It's seen as a future possibility for faster-than-light travel, but truly making it is simply impossible."
"The reason is simple, with the technology level of humans in 2045, it's fundamentally impossible to create a 'stably-existing metastable potential well.'"
"In fact, the prerequisite condition itself simply doesn't exist."
"It's like trying to keep the surface of water level with the rim of a bowl while it's being shaken violently and irregularly — you can't achieve this through any means."
"Unless you can change the direction of gravity along with the movement of the container."
"But obviously, that's impossible."
"Similarly, a 'stably-existing metastable potential well' can't be manufactured."
"Because to create such a state, the entire universe must be in the same unstable state....."
"Wait a minute."
Chen Jian interrupted Fu Xi.
He suddenly realized a problem.
If such a "Time Crystal Generator" didn't exist before the apocalypse.
Then how did it appear afterward?
The motive that enables its effect is the instability of the universe.
And the instability of the universe likely led to the so-called great catastrophe.
Are these two things... causally connected??
His eyes suddenly became complicated.
He realized something.
What humanity did in their fight against the apocalypse was far more than he imagined!
Not just disaster-preparedness projects, not just groups like the Mechanical God Sect, Holy Blood Temple, or Huadu struggling and striving within their limitations.
In the dark corners, some even desperately tried to pry open the rules of physics, using slightly illusory means to create a comeback chance for humanity.
Ring...
This is clearly a massive plan covering the globe.
But in those small countries, how many people, how many scholars with the same level of knowledge could survive?
The installations built in other regions on this planet were likely established by 'us' alone.
Perhaps, after first realizing the change in cosmic conditions, they had already begun preparations.
And precisely because of the pressing timeline, they left hardly any traces in this world...
Thinking of this, Chen Jian looked at Lin Yu again, then spoke:
"Let's get back to the topic."
"What information can Lingxi give us about the ring?"
Lin Yu sat up slightly, then spoke solemnly:
"He said, the ring isn't a means to solve the problem, it's just a catalyst for a greater disaster!"
"He didn't tell me the specific reason—this must wait until you formally reach a peace agreement with each other before it can be revealed."
"But I feel he doesn't seem to be lying."
"Because he doesn't need to lie... it seems he's really just afraid that you'll use some method to activate the ring, which is why he's so eager to negotiate peace with you."
Chen Jian shook his head.
"No."
"Perhaps it's because we've cut off the water source, causing its computing power to lose dramatically."
At this moment, Lin Yu noticed the gradually depleting river water.
He looked at Chen Jian in astonishment and asked:
"How did you do it?"
"That's not important."
Chen Jian didn't answer but continued to ask:
"What other news?"
"What other information did it bring?"
"That's all."
Lin Yu shook his head at first, but then suddenly, eagerly asked:
"Captain, can you think of a way to rescue me from there?!"
"I've been... trapped by him!"
"I can't survive without the so-called 'computing power,' but you have the same computing power, you also have the same 'artificial intelligence,' right?"
Lin Yu's eyes were filled with anticipation, but Chen Jian could only shake his head.
"I want to save you, but we are powerless."
"All information about you is stored in the cloud, you probably think you're sitting in front of me, but in reality, this body is just a 'machine' being remotely controlled through radio waves."
"Honestly, haven't you noticed that the images you're seeing now are particularly blurry?"
As he finished saying this, Lin Yu widened his eyes in shock.
"You..... how do you know??"
Chen Jian spread his hands.
"I don't know how they managed consciousness uploading, but I'm familiar with the principles of drone control."
"So, there's really nothing I can do."
"Of course, we'll also try to find a way."
"Rest assured, it won't let you... die there for now."
"Because you are its only remaining seed."
"If there really is a Nuwa Plan, you are most likely the only candidate for the Suiren."
"How could it bear to 'delete' such a consciousness?"
".... Understood."
Lin Yu exhaled deeply.
Then he asked somewhat confusedly:
"I delivered the message."
"So now... where should I go??"
"Go back."
Chen Jian spread his hands and said:
"The connection between Lingxi and you should be physically isolated, it wouldn't dare to eavesdrop by any means when you appear before us."
"Otherwise, if it's invaded again, it might not withstand Fu Xi's overwhelming decryption."
"So, you'll have to take the message back."
"I don't know if you can voluntarily sever your connection to this body."
"But if not... do you want me to help?"
Saying this, Chen Jian raised the explosive gun in his hand.
Lin Yu closed his eyes.
"Go ahead."
Chen Jian nodded.
"It won't hurt, don't worry."
The next second.
"Bang!"
The gunshot sounded, and the head of this body, along with the Brain Machine module, was blasted to pieces.
He Shuo looked at the shattered debris on the ground somewhat regretfully and said:
"This thing... it might have some research value, don't you think?"
Chen Jian shrugged.
"Anyway, we've got plenty of Brain Machine modules, let Fu Xi do the research."
"As for this body... in the words of the Mechanical God Sect..."
"It's heresy too!"