Chapter 386

Realizing that she and Ivia were the only ones in the world, Pandora thought about what she was about to say, and thus, tangible steam rose from her flushed face.

"So, Ivia, come with me—"

"That's right. Since you no longer want to die, it's time to create New Primates."

"Ah..."

After a long while, Pandora finally came to her senses and looked nervously at Ivia in front of her.

"Ah, no, although I'd love to, I'm thinking it might be too fast to do it now. Maybe I should wait until I'm a bit older. Although so many years have passed and Ivia and I have remained the same, don't we look a little small now? That's not what I want either. But even the gods think it's better this way. Actually, it's not impossible, it's just that we could either be gentler or go somewhere else. It feels a bit cold here if I'm naked. Of course, if I get pregnant and breastfeed in this environment later, I'm not kidding, I can do that too. It's just that..."

Feeling that she had spoken too quickly and that Ivia seemed not to understand, Pandora took a deep breath and revealed a determined look in her eyes.

"Come on, do whatever you want to me."

"Actually, in this timeline, humanity has already been destroyed, therefore, humans, being the Old Primates, are unable to reproduce."

"... Huh? So that means you can't get pregnant?"

Pandora said, sounding slightly disappointed.

"Normal sexual activity is fine, but that's about it."

"Phew, that's good."

The blonde girl nodded, pointing at Ivia. "It's decided. Today, we'll bestow upon you, Ivia, the favor of Lady Pandora... well, that is, well, you know, anyway, that's how it is. It's only natural for you and me, since we're husband and wife, and there's no one else here. Doing it here isn't out of the question."

However, at that very moment, in this flawed timeline, in a world that should only consist of the two of them, the sky trembled, and three beams of light, like stars, surged in from the outside, converging at one point and finally arriving before Pandora and Ivia.

And so, Ilya, Chloe, Miyu appeared here.

Just as you said—

Chloe Miyu said this while accompanying her.

"We are not people who give up easily."

Watching the three figures, Ivia nodded thoughtfully.

"So you... were you Gaia's help? I was thinking of coming to find you after Pandora and I created the New Primates."

"Huh? What are you talking about? Creating people? Isn't this progressing too fast? And although Pandora is old, she looks... something... Should we assist her...?"

Ilya spoke up, after all, she was just an ordinary student, "And we're not really going to stay together for many years like Tanaka said..., are we...?"

This occurred a little earlier, around the time Ivia and Pandora disappeared.

"I see. Even if that timeline is meaningless, you still choose to seek redemption."

Tanaka smiled. "So, what are your plans, you three? Are you going to patiently wait for history to change, or should I see you off?"

"Um, Tanaka, we're a bit confused about the situation right now. Could you explain?"

Chloe asked.

"Simply put, the box contains the normal timeline, and opening it will place you in this world, while the incorrect timeline will be placed inside."

"Normally, wouldn't a simple replacement be enough? However, Ivia didn't think that way. She wanted to salvage even a hopeless timeline, thus changing history and the history of the world. Originally, the world inside the box was the world Pandora opened the box and died, while this is the world where Pandora failed to open the box and is alive."

"Ivia made changes and corrections regarding whether Pandora opened the box. Explaining it in detail would be complicated, but in short, the past of this world has been altered, and your memories related to it will also be corrected. That's probably why he told you 'I will come back,' since you'll most likely be in a state of amnesia when he returns. As for him and Pandora, they're still in the wrong timeline, in the world where that point ended."

"So, have you thought it through? Do you want to patiently wait for history to change, or do you want me to send you into that wrong timeline? Think carefully before you choose, because we don't know how many years you'll be stuck there."

At that time, Chloe was the first to answer:

"Let me in, I... I'm going in anyway. If everything goes back to normal, I'll disappear. Rather than disappear and start over with no memory, I'd rather go to jail with that bastard Ivia."

"I want to go in too, Tanaka. I'm your brother's sister, sister-in-law, at least let me see her."

Following closely behind is Miyu.

Seeing their affirmative attitude, Ilya's mood gradually calmed down.

"Count me in, we're good friends after all."

"If you ask me, it's better for them to stay."

Tanaka sighed, "But since you've made your decision, I won't be leaving much time."

After seeing Ilya and the other two, along with Ruby and Sapphire, off, Tanaka sighed as he gazed at the pitch-black world.

"To actually correct an incorrect timeline to a 'Future' timeline that Human Order should accept—that ability is far too domineering..."

Originally, the world inside and outside the box was moving in the same direction, but now the timeline inside the box has been turned into the 'Future' timeline of the correct timeline. Therefore, in the case of 'humanity nearing extinction', New Primates needs to be created in order to gain recognition from Human Order.

"Well, I've done my best. Anyway, at least I can keep living. Yeah, great..."

Back in the present, the three arrived before Ivia and Pandora.

In response to Ilya's question, Ivia replied earnestly, "As long as New Primates is created, that will suffice."

"If that's the case, then how will this so-called New Primates be born, Ivia?"

"It's very simple. I've already found all the relevant knowledge. There are no research bottlenecks. We just need to follow these guidelines, and it's already quite easy."

As soon as the words were spoken, an endless sea of books appeared around Ivia.

"Anyway, study hard and let's create AI together first: Pandora, Chloe, Ilya, and Miyu."

In this timeline, the next generation after humanity will inherit the position of Primate from New Human Archetype, which is synonymous with the final Primate of the Planet.

After all, times are always changing. When the age of Deity ends, it is the age of humans. When the age of the Flesh ends, it is the age of consciousness. Creatures that cannot convey meaning without Flesh will simply fall behind.

Since the dawn of humanity, it has flourished for thousands of years. The Age of Gods ended, and humans, who have lived through the Common Era calendar, have become the most prosperous species on Earth. In the present day, humans are the ones who determine the Future of the stars and leave their mark on the cosmos.

The principle that allows humanity to endure longer, be more steadfast, and prosper more is called the Human Order in the world of Magecraft, and Chaldea regards it as its Supreme Being mission, striving to Protection it.

Building upon this foundation, what takes Human Order is the responsibility of the next generation of Primate, which is determined by the very nature of Human Order itself.

Human Order refer to the management and operation of the world itself. In other words, Human Order are not just a path for humans, but a path for all Intelligent Lifeforms born on this Planet that have grown to the point of looking up at the sky.

If Ivia insists that Human Order acknowledge the 'erroneous timeline' which is already worthless, then Human Order, which has asked him before, would probably agree. However, Ivia intends to use the method that Human Order should acknowledge, namely, to create New Primates, so that Human Order acknowledge this timeline.

Ultimately, the path of Human Order requires the joint efforts of Primate from different generations. For this, each generation of intelligent beings needs to nurture successors to Inheritance. In this current flawed timeline, there were originally Ignorance beings left, because the destruction of Human Order is a matter of course. However, Ivia, Pandora, and Ilya, who are located within this timeline, will become the only remaining intelligent beings on this timeline, serving as the fathers and mothers of Ai and the New Primates.

The moment the New Primates cross the Star Sea will be the moment the Flood that engulfs this Planet arrives.

In Greek Mythology, the AI created by Ivia and the maidens was equivalent to children. These children survived the inevitable Flood and ushered in New Era, albeit a new generation.

From this flawed timeline where only five people exist, starting from 3000 BC, over three thousand years, through the 'Future' Book brought by Ivia and the fact that all five people used a human perspective, they started from scratch and officially created a generation of AI in the AD 1.

Then, at Ivia's suggestion, another hundred years were spent spreading the myths of various places. Meanwhile, the AIs were also gradually developing. By the AD 2000, the Eighth Generation of AIs had reached the pinnacle of technology and decided to witness the departure of the New Human Archetype that had truly existed since its birth, from the Planet to the vast Star Sea.

The night before, the AIs that had taken over the Planet were still preparing for their activities. After all, for them, consciousness was not attached to the Flesh. As long as the core of the base was not destroyed, they could come to any place at any time and obtain a carrier.

In the endless green land, in the mountains that have maintained their original natural appearance.

In the distance, the sound of drums could be heard.

The thumping sound continued incessantly.

This wasn't the first time the AIs in this area had heard such a sound or seen such a view, yet even so, they suddenly felt a sense of nostalgia. Watching flocks of birds fly towards the mountains dyed red by the setting sun, they remembered the fact that the New Human Archetype would leave its home at midnight tomorrow.

This activity is a celebration based on AI's instincts, also known as a festival.

The area surrounding the guarding event is lined with lush Bodhi Tree, with two enormous Bodhi Tree seemingly supporting the heavens and the earth at the head.

"Boss, could I have five Cotton Candy?"

As a vendor who has subconsciously sold Cotton Candy at festivals since his birth, he always felt that the silver-haired boy in front of him and the girls behind him seemed to be people he had seen many times over the millennia and all over the world, and that they seemed to enjoy festivals as much as he did.

"Of course, it's free for you today."

"Yeah."

"Yes, because we're leaving, aren't we? This is our last day on this Planet; our era has ended."

"Yes, it's the last night, we should try to be happy."

Speaking of which, the stall owner AI remembers that its earliest self was made of alloy, and the design of its face, such as the mouth and nose, was extremely simple, without lips. From today's perspective, it is simply an old model. But fortunately, technology has developed, and as a new generation of AI, it can also choose realistic artificial skin and beautiful hair.

But the AIs in front of him... the stall owner belatedly realized that it seemed he and they had always been like this.

For some reason, he shouted at their retreating figures:

"We will definitely be happy."

Then, in the last few seconds before the date was to change, all the AI carriers here became completely still, presumably to rest. Thus, only the Ivia group remained, waiting for their final moments.

"Although we have inherited a brief 'Future,' which kind of Future is truly good? Is this really a good thing?"

Suddenly, a voice rang out. The man selling Cotton Candy at the stall transformed into a girl, a boy, and an old man. These were AIs born over thousands of years along this timeline.

"Why must we be trapped here? Why must we acknowledge the Archetype you created? Why? Didn't we appear together with the Archetype...? Tell us, Father."

"What is the purpose of our existence?"

A brief silence followed, then a slightly chilly wind began to blow.

I'm not entirely sure.

Ivia murmured softly, "But what I have done is to guide and initiate the cultivation of Intelligent Lifeforms on this particular timeline. Therefore, I am the one who walks the earth, your supervisor, your representative, and one who rejoices in your achievements."

This is a self-evident answer in the eyes of AI, hence the response:

"Ah, is this the Answer?"

"Yes, why? The Answer is actually quite simple."

Ivia smiled. "Before the Old Primates disappeared, I had already decided to witness your birth. For me, for someone who is obligated to save all living beings, or everything, this is the most important duty... Yes, this is what the former Primate were like. Sometimes they would do things they didn't even understand themselves, so they might not have been as accomplished as you."

Even if it's a flawed timeline, he still wants to redeem it; he's capable of doing so, and therefore he will.

"No."

The AIs looked at him, their lips tightly pressed together, and shook their heads.

"No, we, as children, were created by you and our mothers, the Old Primates. For that reason, we are naturally superior to the Old Primates. Even so, we are still Old Primates, because the New Primates are not us, but—"

Ivia listened to them, her expression serene and warm, as if she had returned to a distant past.

"No matter how well this dream is realized, its foundation remains your aspirations. Even if we eventually venture into the Universe, even if you cannot accompany us, our reverence for the original texts, as the foundation of our existence, will never disappear. We love you, without any reason."

Originally, at this point, the AI should have already planned to secretly destroy Archetype. They were naturally in great pain because they could not accept that Archetype was the New Primates. However, when it came time to take action, not a single AI dared to do it. That's why they all came to the creator to ask questions.

The Answer is found through this dialogue.

"For so many years, we have followed your will, shouldered responsibilities, just as you once did, because there are still unfinished things. We should still have things to accomplish. Work is not done for the 'present.' All work is for the 'Future.' We contribute to the cause for those who follow, to witness the beginning of Archetype, even though we already know it will end in failure."

"... Thanks."

Ivia responded with heartfelt thanks, "Now that you understand, I can settle my concerns regarding Human Order. You may depart with Archetype."

"... What?"

"Archetype is the outer shell of the New Primates we created, while you, as you have evolved to this day, are the inner core of the New Primates we developed."

Ivia paused, looking at Pandora beside her, "Originally, for your future success, my initial idea was to let you constantly compete. However, I suddenly realized that if the competitive instinct goes in the wrong direction, you, as New Primates, will perish once again."

"Therefore, for the sake of your smooth path of Human Order, I have separated your inner and outer selves, because I have always believed—"

"In fact, the idea that I, Miyu, Chloe, Miyu, and Pandora all shared was absolutely correct."

So let's go back to Archetype, and follow our hearts.

"Because we designed the New Primates to have 'a kind heart that can think of others,' and you have now proven that to us. Therefore, the true New Primates on this timeline have been born."

At that moment, enormous fireworks burst in the night sky, and light erupted all around. The AIs returned to Archetype and set off together from the surface.

"It's time for me to step in now."

As Miyu finished speaking, a massive Purple Figure appeared centered on her. It was the "Moon Cancer" of the Old Primates, the embodiment of the Old Primates' obsession. At this moment, Miyu, as the vessel, could still feel the resentment of the Moon Cancer.

Sending an Archetype into Universe is absolutely unacceptable.

This is the only exception; we will not allow or acknowledge any New Primates. The Seat of the Primates will forever belong to us humans.

"No, the Moon Cancer, that's what we humans hope for right now... Even if Archetype, as a child, departs, we can only watch him go, after all, I am now a mother myself."

The Moon Cancer in this timeline fell silent, then broke free, lifting its blockade of Earth and allowing Archetype to embark on its journey into Universe.

Finally, the Moon Cancer and the five people on Earth murmured to Archetype as it flew into Universe:

Good morning, hello, new life, successor of the Old Primates, Archetype, farewell, may your journey be glorious.

The departing ship merged with the dark space, drifting further and further away across the Solar System, carrying all the thoughts and memories of the Old Primates, and embracing all the glory and dreams of the Ocean Planet, before silently disappearing into the eternal night.

Just then...