Dimensional Connection - (6)

The Intergalactic Empire Federation in that other dimension hadn't yet expanded to other galaxies.

But wait. Even considering the time acceleration, the Earth Federation had already progressed this far?

With slight puzzlement, I examined the Federation's situation.

[Earth Federation, or should I say Earth Empire now? In other galaxies...]

[The economic benefits that expansion to other galaxies will bring to the Federation...]

[Do deities exist in other galaxies too? The planetary god discovered by the expedition team...]

The mortals seemed excited about expanding to other galaxies.

Many people appeared thrilled that they weren't far from becoming a civilization that could traverse between galaxies.

What differences between this side and that side led to such different outcomes?

Nyala's intervention must have played a part...

[Nyala. Tell me what you've done.]

[It's nothing special! I just created rumors that Father might soon intervene with these insignificant creatures.]

[Me?]

[Everyone's been going crazy trying to impress Father, you know?]

The basic level of development was only slightly ahead of the Federation in the other dimension. But there was one notable difference.

The number of aberrant entities called cosmic monsters was fewer than over there.

Noticeably fewer. The number of cosmic monsters near the Federation had decreased.

And the reason was simple.

[Unlike over there, the insects here know that Father created the mortal nation called the Federation, right?]

[Hmm...]

[Honestly, if I were one of those insects...]

Unlike the other dimension where deities and mortals were somewhat at odds, the deities here knew that I cherished the Earth Federation.

Deities who made contact with the Earth Federation out of curiosity showed interest in the mortals that "Father" cherished.

After I killed Cain, who betrayed the Federation and hurt Maria, they started thinking differently.

Perhaps they thought I might continue to intervene here. And that there was no need to be hostile toward the mortal Federation.

Of course, Nyala had a hand in spreading these opinions.

[Since it's been thousands of years since your last intervention, I created the impression that you might intervene again soon.]

[Be a little more specific.]

[I just destroyed a small corner of the universe... moved with my main body and messed with some things, and they mistook it for Father's doing!]

[...Did Shub say anything?]

[I told her Father ordered me to do it! Hehe!]

As a result, more deities actively eliminated cosmic monsters...

The mortal Federation no longer needed to check deities internally. And externally, they could pursue aggressive expansion policies.

[So that's what happened.]

[Ahahahaha! Father, did I do well?]

Nyala's avatar created a beaming smile.

[Then, regarding the Earth Federation, other deities...]

[Umm... they probably see it as something like a toy that Father plays with?]

[A toy?]

[Yes! That's why they're trying to impress foolish Father. Because you enjoy raising those insignificant creatures so much.]

I see. They treat it like an ant colony that I cherish.

So deities eliminating cosmic monsters is like subordinates removing predators threatening their boss's pet to curry favor?

If I recall my past life memories, company chairmen and presidents got into trouble for this kind of power abuse.

Well, let's just accept it as a good thing.

It's truly time to connect the dimensions now.

* * *

After examining the Earth Federation's situation, I spoke to Nut.

[Nut.]

[My lord. Did you call for me?]

[Yes. As I mentioned before, I want to create a passage between dimensions. What do you think?]

[I certainly approve! I'm curious to see what the mortals you've created look like.]

Waves of joy emanated from Nut in the other dimension.

Perhaps she was bored. Now I need to create a passage to connect them...

[Since the laws between dimensions inevitably differ, how about creating a thin permeable membrane with our Authority?]

[One on each side, you mean?]

[If you wish to send tiny creatures to each other's dimensions for exchange...]

I discussed with Nut for a while.

When my avatar Beatrice in that dimension summoned lifeforms from this dimension, it wasn't an issue.

But if two dimensions were fully connected, the laws would mix and the universe would become chaotic.

That's why we needed to create something like a shielding membrane using Outer God Authority.

[Would this work?]

[Hmm. That's not it. Even that would be too much for the tiny creatures.]

[...I see.]

[Even if they made vessels of metal, they would shatter upon touching what you've created. Hohoho.]

It wasn't as easy as I thought.

Creating a membrane that blocks only the laws while allowing material realm creatures to pass through was quite tricky.

First poking a finger-sized hole in the dimensional wall, then creating a suitable permeable membrane for that hole wasn't simple.

Perhaps because creation is much harder than destruction.

It would be much easier to just eliminate the dimensional wall entirely.

[This should... be about right.]

[This time it's too weak. It's slightly insufficient to block the interference of laws.]

[This isn't easy.]

[Ahahahaha! But it's quite good now. Leave the rest to me.]

The Authority of the Outer God manifested simultaneously in different dimensions.

After indescribable sounds and waves, a round space formed in one part of Shub's Galaxy.

A small hole was created in the dimensional wall, and a permeable membrane formed to allow mortals to safely cross to the other dimension.

It looked very similar to a Warp Gate.

I should first confirm its safety and then deliver an oracle through Maria.

[Nyala. Choose one avatar and go through that dimensional gate.]

[Yeeees.]

[Preferably a weak avatar close to a mortal.]

Shortly after, Nyala's avatar returned from the other dimension.

It wasn't affected by the flowing laws, and showed no signs of anything wrong.

Now I can show off the Earth Federation to Nut.

* * *

In Outer God Nut's dimension, the Intergalactic Empire Federation.

The Federation, having elevated the threat level of the evolving entity, was at war.

The massive Federation was facing a single enemy.

But when that single entity was a deity that transcended the star-class, things were different.

No matter how monstrous the alien entity, in the world of gods, rank is everything.

When it was confirmed that even Planetary Spirit Entity Constellations were useless, the Constellations became passive.

[Level 2 alert in Federation outskirts... the threat of the evolving entity...]

[Petition to the Constellations, please help the Federation...]

[Amid rising opinions to accept some 'sacrifice' and destroy the entire planet where the evolving entity appeared...]

- No way. How did one creature cause this mess?

- The fleet is essentially useless, how can you target something human-sized?

- It was quiet for a while after fighting the master who walks the star sea, but now it's acting up again.

- Won't the Constellations help us... I wish they'd be more active.

- Don't pressure the Constellations.

- Except for those belonging to the Federation, they have no obligation to help

- Then what do we do about people dying because of that one thing?

- Let's just blow up the whole planet, I'm telling you!

- So many... crazy people... if it were... your planet...

Amid this public unrest, the great Galactic Spirit Entity—Silent Starlight—delivered an oracle.

A declaration from the Galactic Spirit Entity who had maintained silence until now.

The oracle delivered through Reinhardt, the Emperor of the Federation who had contracted with Silent Starlight, stated:

—The great Galactic Spirit Entity Constellation Silent Starlight has spoken about dimensional variability. The dimensional rift that will occur in one part of our galaxy will become a passage connecting to another dimension...

The people of the Intergalactic Empire Federation were extremely perplexed.

Connection with another dimension? What could this mean?

- Another dimension? What's this about now?

- Seems like manipulated videos keep appearing on GalaxyTube lately. Don't they check?

- This isn't manipulation. The councilor appeared in person.

- There are Constellations from other dimensions, but now an actual passage is being created?

- Should we prepare for war?

- We're already at war with alien Constellations, aren't we?

Already in chaos because of the evolving entity alien Constellation, people were confused about how to react if beings from the other dimension were hostile to the Federation.

Of course, the Earth Federation faced the same confusion.

———

[Maria.]

[My Lord, your servant greets you...]

When I summoned her with my will, she responded as usual.

Now she had become a star-class deity—with considerable experience fighting deities, she could easily handle a normal alien deity.

A star-class deity in a mortal body with a limited lifespan. It was truly a remarkable and amazing achievement.

But this was probably Maria's growth limit. I could sense that she had reached her capacity for power.

Isn't star-class the highest realm a mortal can reach?

[A passage to the other dimension will open soon, so prepare. Announce this to everyone and establish good relations.]

[My Lord, what kind of passage to another dimension?]

[Exactly as I said. A connecting passage to that dimension will be created. Prepare for it.]

Despite her bewilderment, Maria bowed her head.

Even in the accelerated flow of time, her influence was immense as she followed my orders and subjugated cosmic monster evolving entities—deities.

Even the Federal Marshal, the leader governing the Federation, couldn't ignore her words.

Though she chose faith over politics, the Church of the Main God had grown so powerful that it greatly influenced the political sphere.

If someone like her announced the passage to another dimension, it would add credibility.

[You may announce this as an oracle I've given you.]

[I will obey my Lord's command!]

Thus, the Earth Federation also began preparing for the dimensional connection.

First informing the Federal Marshal, then gathering reporters and preparing for a press conference...

[And... there is a mortal nation like yours on the other side, so it would be best to approach them amicably.]

[Everything according to my Lord's will.]

Soon, the Earth Federation's proud space fleet departed in battle formation.

Wait. I said to approach them amicably?