Alien Constellations - (2)

Even though I'm known as a Galactic Spirit Entity.

Having three Avatars exempted from a Subjugation War that mobilizes numerous fleets would cause feelings of relative deprivation among others.

War is something everyone fears. No matter how much you hide in metal ships, the enemies are beings comparable to Constellations.

That's why the Federation provided a reasonable justification...

"...It's research on special abilities using Whispering Constellation's Cosmic Power. The location is naturally our Central Avatar Research Institute. The purpose is to study the effects of Cosmic Power on the corpses of alien Constellations..."

"I understand Yuna's case, but what's my reason?"

"Avatar Beatrice will feed fragments of alien Constellation corpses to the newly discovered summoned creature called a vampire..."

Vivian in her white coat explained with a slightly tired face.

Since an Avatar's duty is to dedicate themselves to humanity, having such justification is probably good.

Since it's also research related to alien Constellations, it seems necessary.

[Constellation Whispering Constellation says it seems like a reasonable justification.]

"The truth is we need more research on alien Constellations. If we combine that with research on the Galactic Spirit Entity... your Constellation's power, they must have deemed it valuable."

Setting aside Vivian's words that carried a hint of superiority at the term "Galactic Spirit Entity."

No matter how much they research Cosmic Power, they won't gain anything from it.

Even I am sometimes surprised by Outer God cells. What could mortal science from a single galaxy possibly do with them?

For Constellations who allow their Avatars to use special abilities for the Federation.

They often create items by combining abilities with scientific technology—perhaps that's what they're expecting.

"Avatar Beatrice, please summon your new creature. We have an alien Constellation corpse here, so let's first see if it can absorb the blood."

"Yes. Come out, Sir Blood!"

—Kihihihihihi

A Star Vampire tearing through space.

Though invisible to the naked eye, it revealed its presence by pushing surrounding objects away and emitting a chilling cry.

—Kihi?!

But I could see it.

Perhaps because it had been beaten badly during Beatrice and Lee Yuna's match. I saw the vampire slightly trembling at the sight of Yuna's glowing hand.

"Sir Blood. Can you perhaps eat that?"

Following Beatrice's words, the monster moved around sucking up the remaining bodily fluids from the corpse, looking rather pitiful.

It would surely be an object of terror to ordinary mortals here.

But unfortunately, it was summoned by a contractor of an Outer God who had lived in a Sci-Fi Constellation Novel world.

—Kihi...

"It seems the absorption rate for alien Constellation fluids is quite low."

"Come on. Suck harder!"

Maybe it's difficult to drink with someone watching so closely?

* * *

Taking a break from observing the Avatars.

I searched for a suitable command and control room or communications unit by transferring through AI information entities.

I was curious about the current situation of the fleet that had departed beyond Outer Space to subjugate the alien Constellations.

While modifying AI information entities to observe outside the Federation's territory is cheating, using in-game tricks to gather information is strategic gameplay.

[Constellation Whispering Constellation asks about places to learn about the alien Constellation subjugation.]

"It's classified military information, so real-time disclosure is prohibited. You'll need to check using the AI provided to Constellations."

"Wasn't there a command and control room in the star system with the Capital Planet?"

"Since communication beyond Outer Space isn't easy, there must be a relay point somewhere! That's probably..."

After listening to the Avatars' conversation, I narrowed down a few candidates.

A planet in the star system containing the Federation's Capital Planet. A communications unit presumed to exist near Outer Space.

If I hadn't modified it to view multiple screens simultaneously, this would have been inconvenient.

Not that one. If I move a bit further from this planet...

Swoosh-

Even accelerating my thoughts to quickly scan through, finding it is difficult.

Among similar-looking buildings, I have to infer from signs, text, and people's conversations.

"...they've engaged in combat with alien Constellations. But the numbers..."

I think I've finally found it?

Communication devices. A space accessible only through multiple bulkheads. Military unit. Avatars who look like high-ranking officers.

It looks like a concerning place, and judging by the conversation, this must be it.

"Report from the subjugation force. There are three alien Constellations in total. They avoid direct engagement and move as if conducting guerrilla warfare."

"—Coordinates 38. Alpha... frequency recalibration. Transmitting real-time combat footage."

A massive hologram appeared in their space, beginning to display a fleet battle in outer space.

Our side: space fleet. Super villains: alien Constellations. Genre: war film.

I've seen too many fleet battles to be impressed anymore.

It was only interesting the first time. You can't help but get bored watching orbital bombardments against Constellations or space warfare.

But I could roughly grasp the battle situation.

"It seems we can't match the mobility of the alien Constellations."

"Hmm..."

"Even though they're presumed to be Planetary Spirit Entities, they won't fight head-on."

"No command entity visible. Defeating them one by one..."

"Surrounding them with warp jumps or surprise attacks would be effective. Or we could deploy Planetary Weapons."

They seem to be struggling more than expected.

Even if they've risen to the rank of Constellations, they recognize it's disadvantageous to fight head-on against an empire that has conquered the galaxy.

BOOM!!

"...Huh? A warship suddenly went down. Could it be a summoned monster that infiltrated?"

"There should be Avatars stationed there."

"The subjugation force detected high-speed reactions of human size. They say it escaped as if it was just testing them, and they're pursuing."

A human-sized monster took down a warship and escaped?

That would be difficult for a temporary vessel created by alien Constellations, but their true forms are extremely large.

* * *

Enough of watching the Avatars for now.

Whether the alien Constellation subjugation force is engaged in fierce battle or retreating in defeat.

I've learned enough about the current situation, so I think I can stop watching now.

The subjugation won't end overnight. I can hear about the progress through the Avatars.

Humans aren't incompetent, so they'll manage well enough.

Honestly, it was getting quite boring.

Even when enjoying movies or subculture, it can't be entertaining from beginning to end.

As they say, there are "boring sections" too.

At times like this, should I work on creating divinity that I've been putting off?

I need to create a Messenger God to deliver minor tasks or instructions.

Hmm... it wouldn't be bad to contact that Outer God from the other dimension again.

I can't keep calling her "the lady" forever, so I should learn her name soon.

I'm also curious about her evaluation of the universe I've created.

Although it's not an intricately designed world, I hope for a somewhat positive assessment.

—Crackle...

Yes, let's try to make contact.

A thin dimensional wall appeared at my fingertip, revealing its presence, but a hole was instantly punctured through it.

If I project my will now, will she notice and speak to me?

Too strong would be inconsiderate. Too weak might be hard to detect.

Let's try this much...

[Hoho... My only kin in the entire universe. For what purpose do you seek me?]

[...Whoa, that startled me.]

What? She responded immediately.

She spoke to me as if she had been waiting, which surprised me a little.

[Only now you come looking for me? Perhaps you didn't miss me as much as I thought.]

[No. What are you talking about?]

[Just jesting.]

I was dumbfounded by her saying it was a joke. The humor sense of an Outer God who had never found others of her kind wasn't very good.

And "only now"?

Even though I haven't been an Outer God for long, it doesn't feel like that much time has passed.

Wasn't your sense of time much longer than mine to begin with?

As an Outer God species living through eternity, why such urgency?

You could have contacted me first. It's not like we're in a relationship where the one who reaches out first is at a disadvantage.

No... thinking about it, this might be her first time meeting an equal being, so she might be awkward.

[So this is what light conversation between kindred is like. Hohoho...]

A vivid feeling of joy flowed from her.

Such a clear and bright will. Somewhat unexpected.

I certainly thought I would feel the sticky sensation typical of immortals engulfed in madness. But her emotions were more transparent and clean than expected.

Like... facing a relative not seen for ages. My wariness also relaxed a bit at her will.

Friend. Let's treat her like a friend I'm just getting to know.

[Speaking of conversation, I have something I want to say. Would you look this way for a moment?]

[Hmm?]

A will scanning this side across the dimensional wall. Slight surprise and unfamiliar emotion.

[...When I saw you before, I certainly considered you a newborn kindred.]

[What do you mean?]

[The creation of divinity. Setting aside the other toys, those two... hmm.]

Two? She must mean Shub and Yog.

[Is something bothering you?]

[No. It's nothing... You may have let more time flow by than I thought.]

[So. What do you think of the world I created?]

Waiting with the mindset of having a senior review my assignment.

Soon came a satisfying answer.

[You've made it quite well. The harmony. The balance. It aligns with my aesthetic sense too.]

[Really?]

[Of course. Would you like to see the world I created?]

Continuing the conversation with a somewhat detached sense felt strange.

The feeling of speaking from one step away from the world. No, from outside the world.

But it wasn't bad. Rather, it felt natural.

Discussing worlds as if critiquing beautiful works of art...

[More importantly, tell me your true name. You said you would tell me next time we met, didn't you?]

[Heheh.]

[I can't keep calling you "the lady" forever.]

With a slight laugh, her presence became clearly felt.

She seems to be in an elevated mood of self-praise. Perhaps she liked that I asked for her name?

[This dimension is my everything. A work created through the flow of eternity.]

Power identical to Cosmic Power was felt from that dimension.

The absolute nature that can crush and change all laws of the world at will. An aura that exists loftily above everything.

Indeed. We are of the same kind.

[I am the goddess of the universe, Nut.]