181: Chapter 181 Three-dimensional space is boring, let's go check out four-dimensional space.
"Director, your Time Administration Bureau should... have some research on the fourth dimension, right?"
This seemingly casual question from Lin Mo made Chronos, who had just recovered from the shock of "history being forcibly corrected," feel a sudden jolt in his heart.
The fourth dimension.
That is a forbidden realm.
For life forms like them living in "three-dimensional space + one-dimensional time," the fourth dimension is a place that only exists in theory and conjecture.
There, there is no absolute past or future; all time points exist simultaneously like the pages of a book, which can be flipped through at will.
The creatures there can easily see the entire life of a three-dimensional being, from birth to death, just like looking at a complete painting.
Although the Time Administration Bureau is named "Time," what they can reach is merely the linear dimension of time.
Toward true higher-dimensional space, they are filled with both awe and fear.
"Mr. Lin..." Chronos's expression became unprecedentedly serious, "The fourth dimension is not a place we can step into at will."
"According to sporadic records we obtained from some ancient civilization ruins, that is the domain of Observer. Any low-dimensional creature that attempts to intrude will face unpredictable dangers."
"Even... possibly being treated as an interesting pet, or a specimen."
"Oh? Observer?" Lin Mo's interest grew stronger upon hearing this, "It sounds like they are very powerful."
"Are they very powerful?" Phoenix couldn't help but interject from the side. He wanted to use this to show off the Time Administration Bureau's "extensive knowledge" and regain some face, "Of course they are powerful! It is said that even the weakest four-dimensional creature can effortlessly crush a three-dimensional universe like a paper ball!"
"That powerful?"
Lin Mo rubbed his chin, a smile appearing on his face that Phoenix couldn't understand.
"Then... that should be quite fun, right?"
Phoenix: "???"
Fun?
We are talking about terrifying existences capable of destroying the universe, and you actually think it's fun?
What on earth is this man's brain circuitry made of?
Watching Lin Mo's eager expression, Chronos knew that no matter how he tried to persuade him, it would be futile.
He could only sigh helplessly and said, "We really don't know much about the fourth dimension. We only know that to enter the fourth dimension from the third, one needs to break through a dimensional barrier."
"This barrier is not composed of any matter or energy; it is an obstacle at the level of rules."
"Theoretically, no matter from the three-dimensional world can pass through it."
"A rule barrier?" Lin Mo nodded, "Got it, it's just a door, right."
"Then do you have a key?"
Chronos shook his head, "No. We have tried for countless years, exhausted all methods, and still couldn't shake that barrier in the slightest."
"Is that so..." Lin Mo showed a look of disappointment upon hearing this, "I thought you guys were quite powerful, but after all that, you can't even open a door."
This remark made all the high-ranking officials of the Time Administration Bureau present lower their heads in shame.
"Alright then, I won't bother you anymore."
Lin Mo waved his hand, wearing an expression that said, "You guys are unreliable, I'll have to do it myself."
In front of everyone, he opened that familiar and terrifying system store again.
This time, he directly entered the word "four-dimensional" into the search bar.
[Searching for related items for you...]
[Search complete!]
A row of items emitting various lights instantly appeared on the light screen.
The one ranked first was a thing that looked like a capsule.
[Item Name: Dimension Elevation Experience Capsule (Introductory Version)]
[Item Function: After consumption, it allows your perception to be briefly elevated to the four-dimensional level for 24 hours. You will be able to observe this three-dimensional world from the perspective of a four-dimensional creature.]
[Item Effect: You will be able to see the flow of time, see all sides of objects, see the inside of sealed containers, and see... the secret money your neighbor hides under their bed.]
[Side Effects: Upon first use, you may experience brain crashes, a shattered worldview, and mild nausea and vomiting due to receiving an overly massive stream of information. Please ensure you use it in a safe, uninhabited environment.]
[Price: 99,999 dragon coins.]
"Yo, this is good, this is good!"
Seeing this capsule, Lin Mo's eyes lit up instantly.
Instead of going to the fourth dimension first, using the four-dimensional perspective to look at the current world—isn't this the best tutorial for beginners?
He clicked purchase without hesitation.
A capsule emitting seven-colored flowing light appeared out of thin air in his hand.
"Director Chronos, fellow executives."
Holding the capsule, Lin Mo shook it at the crowd who were already stunned.
"Thank you all for enthusiastically participating in our Hardware Store's big cleaning event today."
"To show my gratitude, this little gadget will be a souvenir from me to you."
"Consider it... helping you broaden your horizons?"
After speaking, he casually tossed the Dimension Elevation Experience Capsule to Phoenix, who was closest to him.
Phoenix subconsciously caught the still-glowing capsule, his hands shaking.
This... what is this?
Listening to that man's muttering just now, this thing seems to allow people to see the fourth dimension?
Just as he was hesitating whether to swallow this thing of unknown origin, Lin Mo's voice sounded again.
"By the way, I forgot to remind you."
"The aftereffects of this thing might be a bit strong, you'd better find a place to hold onto."
"I still have things to do, so I'll be leaving first."
"Oh, right, Director Chronos, I've already had finance transfer your salary and bonus for today to your personal account, remember to check it."
After speaking, Lin Mo's figure vanished without a trace amidst a ripple of spatial fluctuation.
Leaving behind, inside the Hall of Eternity, a group of space-time deities holding cleaning tools, looking at each other in dismay, along with a mysterious capsule emitting an unknown temptation.
"Lord Executive... this thing... are we... going to eat it?" an official asked in a low voice.
Phoenix looked at the capsule in his hand, his eyes flickering with changing emotions.
Reason told him that this thing definitely had issues; how could that demon be so kind?
But...
The scenery from a higher dimension—that kind of temptation is something no knowledge-seeker can resist.
In the end, his curiosity overcame his fear.
He gritted his teeth, as if having made a major decision.
"Eat!"
"Since that man dared to give it to us, it means this thing won't kill anyone!"
"I want to see what the four-dimensional world is really like!"
Saying this, he steeled his heart and swallowed the capsule in one gulp!