Multiple Personalities

However, just as panic was about to overwhelm him, Shen Jingqi suddenly realized this was not true deafness.

It was an unprecedented shift in perception.

Though his ears were silent, his entire body seemed enveloped by a wondrous sense, with every cell resonating with some mysterious force from the outside world.

He closed his eyes, allowing himself to become more immersed in this strange and profound feeling. Gradually, an indescribable clarity spread within his heart. He found he could distinctly sense the flow of energy around him, the energy weaving through every inch of space surrounding him like a fine mesh.

Some of the energy was as delicate as silk, gently brushing against his skin, bringing forth subtle and nuanced shivers, like the softest caress of nature; other energy was as vast as the sea, surging and roaring like giant waves in a storm, as if to enclose him entirely, taking him to roam the boundless ocean of energy.

These energies intertwined in his perception to form a series of magnificent and splendid images. He saw the fine streams of energy converging from all directions, some winding and twisting, others flowing straight, like mountain streams gurgling and ultimately merging into a river that raced endlessly towards an unknown distance.

He also saw the stars of energy, twinkling brightly, embedded in the endless night sky. These stars, whether bright or dim, near or far, seemed like guiding lights for his journey, or deep and mysterious eyes of the universe quietly watching him, revealing an elusive meaning.

A surge of indescribable awe welled up in Shen Jingqi's heart. He tried to use words to describe this sensation but found his throat seemed blocked by something, unable to utter a single word. He could only stand there quietly, experiencing this unprecedented wondrous sensation, allowing the energy to flow and weave in his perception.

Suddenly, an inexplicable force seemed to guide his consciousness, slowly moving forward. Shen Jingqi felt his body becoming light, as if shedding the constraints of the earth, floating up. He opened his eyes, only to find he had not left his original place but entered a new world filled with fantasy and mystery.

This world was completely different from the reality he was familiar with. He saw colorful light and shadow, weaving into various marvelous shapes in the air. Those lights and shadows, either as splendid as rainbows or as elusive as mist, danced gracefully in the air, as if narrating the mystery and enchantment of this world.

He also saw vortexes of energy, constantly rotating and tumbling. These vortexes, whether large or small, fast or slow, emitted dazzling light, like black holes in the universe, attracting everything around to converge into them. Shen Jingqi felt a strong attraction, as if about to be drawn into those vortexes, exploring the unknown depths.

He sensed the vitality of this world, a flourishing and vigorous force that filled him with awe and reverence. This vitality seemed to permeate the entire world, nourishing all things' growth, propelling the world forward ceaselessly. Shen Jingqi seemed to hear the call of this vitality, inviting him to join this wondrous journey, exploring the mysteries of this world together.

Shen Jingqi tried to reach out to touch this world, but found his hand seemed to pass through those lights and vortexes, without touching anything substantial. He looked at his hand in surprise, then at everything around, filled with doubt and confusion. He did not know where he was, nor whether all this was real or illusory.

"Where is this? What has happened to me?" Shen Jingqi murmured in his heart. His mind was in chaos, unable to make sense of the situation before him. He tried to recall the events that had happened earlier, but found he couldn't remember how he had come here. Everything seemed to happen in an instant, as if an invisible force had swept him into this magical world.

At this moment, a thought flashed through his mind like lightning—

"Is this... the realm of 'Entering the Exile'?"

He had once read about the description of this realm deep in ancient texts. It was a state transcending the dimensions of reality, a mysterious field that cultivators could step into after reaching a certain level.

Here, what is seen is not truly seen, what is heard is not truly heard, and perceptions reach beyond surface phenomena to the essence hidden behind. Shen Jingqi realized he might have stepped into this legendary realm. He felt both excited and anxious because he didn't know what he would encounter in this realm.

He closed his eyes, trying to immerse himself even more in this state. His consciousness seemed guided by an invisible force, traversing layer after layer of spatial barriers. Each spatial barrier was like a mysterious portal, opening it revealed different scenes.

He saw the past, those events that occurred in his life replaying in his mind like a movie. He saw his childhood laughter and tears, saw the love and guidance of his parents, saw the footprints of his growth and the trials he endured. These past memories were like precious treasures, letting him feel the richness and warmth of life.

Next, he saw the future. The images of the future were like a lighthouse in the fog, appearing and disappearing. He saw himself and others exploring an unknown realm, either advancing hand in hand or forging ahead alone. He saw the hopes and challenges of the future, feeling the infinite possibilities and unknown risks of the future. These future scenes made him both expectant and worried because he did not know what fate awaited him.

Then, he saw those secrets that once lay hidden in the darkness. These secrets, like ghosts in the abyss, had always lurked deep within his mind. He saw his past hesitations and choices, saw his inner fears and anxieties. These secrets, like heavy shackles, had always bound his soul. However, in this realm, he seemed to find the courage to face these secrets, to confront his own heart.

Finally, he saw the situation they were about to face. It was a realm full of crises and challenges, where they would undergo countless tests and trials. He saw himself and his companions fighting side by side, saw their courage and determination to face difficulties together. These scenarios let him feel the power of unity and the preciousness of friendship.

Shen Jingqi immersed himself in this magical realm, experiencing the splendid tapestry woven from the past, future, secrets, and situations.