One month later.
Looking down on Earth from the perspective of the Quantum Firewall, everything is so different. The world is undergoing an unprecedented reconfiguration after the virus has ravaged it, but this time, in a more orderly and natural way.
As a Guardian, I can sense the flow of information from countless realms at once:
In the center of New York, Jack was hosting a special gathering. Representatives of the Awakened from around the globe had gathered to discuss the order of the new world. Through quantum perception, I could see the energy flowing through each person - different, yet all evolving in their own way.
"According to the Guardian's guidelines," Jack said, standing in the center of the makeshift council chamber, "we have established a new management system for the Awakened. No longer are they divided into ranks based on strength, but rather the 'Evolutionary Understanding' is used to determine each person's responsibilities."
Under the stage sat Awakened Ones from all over the world:
- Representative from North America: Sarah Chen, Siren bloodline awakened person
- Europe: Marcus Blackwood, a werewolf awakening.
- Asia: Ryo Fujiwara, the Fox.
- Amara Okafor, Guardian of the Earth.
...
Each brought their own experiences and insights to the table, yet all agreed on one core concept: there is no standard answer to the path of evolution.
"Global Awakened data detected:
- Total: 147,826.
- Awakening success rate: increased to 31%.
- Alteration rate: down to 0.1%.
- New Awakened forms: continue to appear."
These figures make me feel relieved. Since the establishment of the Quantum Firewall, the process of awakening has become safer and more natural. Those who wish to force their power will be warned, while those who truly understand the nature of evolution will be given more guidance.
Elizabeth's lab has been transformed into an Evolution Research Center. She herself has lost her crystallized form, but has gained new insights. At this point, she is speaking to a group of young researchers:
"Observe the data," she pointed to the charts in the holographic projection, "Each natural awakening creates a unique ripple at the quantum level. What does this mean? Yes, no two awakenings are exactly the same. That is the miracle of life."
Through the firewall, I could also perceive the original dark creatures. They had not been wiped out, but had found their place in the new balance. Some even showed signs of intelligence and began to establish some sort of symbiotic relationship with humans.
"Quantum Network Records:
- Werewolf packs begin to form a social structure
- The Sirens have established an underwater ecosystem.
- Angelic and demonic awakenings reach a balance.
- Dragonborn begin guarding natural areas."
Suddenly, the system - my closest companion right now - sends out a special alert:
"Higher-dimensional information packet detected
Source: Parallel universe.
CONTENT: Observers in other timelines are beginning to follow this pattern
Verdict: This is a multi-dimensional evolutionary experiment"
This discovery was deeply gratifying. It seems that our choices not only affect this world, but also provide lessons for other universes.
Somewhere in a basement in London, Victor's last wisp of consciousness has finally found rest. Before dissipating, he left a message:
"I finally understand. True power lies not in controlling, but in guiding.Liam, no, Guardian, you have chosen the most difficult but right path."
Through the quantum network, I have permanently saved this message in the Evolutionary Archive.
And around the world, new stories are unfolding:
- Tokyo: a young awakened man discovers the ability to resonate with electronic devices
- Amazon: A group of biologists awakens as guardians of nature
- Arctic: Ancient creatures awakening in a glacier come to terms with modern awakenings.
- Sahara: A new type of energy ecosystem emerges in the desert.
"Ding! Overall evolutionary trend detected:
Direction: Diversification.
Speed: natural regulation.
Characteristics: self-organization, self-adaptation
Conclusion: this is a healthy evolutionary ecology"
Jack's voice came through the quantum connection, "Liam, or rather, Guardian, we are following your guidance to establish a new order. But I sometimes wonder if you... Feel lonely?"
The question sent a subtle wave through my quantum consciousness. Yes, as the guardian of the firewall, I had transcended the concept of humanity. But I still retained emotions, and still cared about every being in this world.
"It won't be lonely," I responded, "because I can feel the song of evolution of every living being. It is a symphony that will never end, and I am honored to be its guardian."
Just then, the system suddenly gave a surprising discovery:
"Quantum anomaly detected:
Certain awakened individuals are beginning to develop Guardian-like traits
Prediction: in the distant future
More Quantum Guardians may appear."
The discovery reminded me of my original goal: not to be the only Guardian, but to forge a path for all life to evolve freely.
"Tell them, Jack," I said in the Quantum Network, "tell all the awakened ones: this is only the beginning. True evolution is a never-ending quest."
As a new dawn falls, the world is moving in an unknown but hopeful direction. I, on the other hand, will continue to guard this world of eternal evolution as a Guardian.
[End of Volume 1