Fate/Magus Path

162 Chaos

"Interesting, though the pace of growth is slow, there is indeed some enjoyment to be found."

In another dimension, not of this world, within the darkness of an infinite realm, a voice suddenly echoed.

Like planets not fully formed, everything in this space was in a state of chaotic ambiguity, as described in countless myths and scriptures.

The surroundings were nothing but a chaotic fog, with an endless darkness as the backdrop. There was no atmosphere, no solid ground, just an endless abyss.

Many figures floated on this dark plane.

"Finally realized his anomaly, understanding the power to bind fate and the world? Pity, he still doesn't fully grasp the significance. Otherwise, we could leave here with the key."

"Impatient, are we?"

"Shall we help him then?"

"Help him? Ha! Mh'ithrha, what are you planning? Don't tell me you want to interfere with the plan?"

"You never listen to what Yog-Sothoth says. If your rash actions disrupt the plan, delay our departure, the wrath from countless of us will be more than you can bear."

"Hah, it was merely a suggestion. Essentially, it's about the majority rule; if you all disagree, then forget it."

Facing the scrutiny of countless shadows, the figure who made the suggestion quickly backed down.

"Hohoho, Mh'ithrha backing down, now that's interesting. It seems that key has changed you quite a bit."

"Ha, you too, Daoloth. The changes in you are significant. You wouldn't have spoken out over something like this before. What should we call this... in that boy's memory, 'tsundere'?"

"After all, we've all gained emotions, so it's natural we're not the same as before."

"This feeling, while not exactly wonderful, is certainly peculiar, at least more exhilarating than being in our original forms. To the point where..."

"I now don't even want to leave the body created by Nyarlathotep!!"

"Hahahahaha... interesting, very interesting, Shub-Niggurath, we've all obtained different parts, different emotions and experiences from that child, this unprecedented sensation is indeed marvelous."

In the dark plane, laughter like thunder boomed, from how many shadows, one couldn't tell.

"Even you, who loves pranks, must be feeling true emotions for the first time, right Nyarlathotep? Tell us, how do you feel?"

The conversation shifted, and the collective's gaze fell upon the white-haired girl at the forefront.

"Feelings? Oh, they're... fantastic. These unprecedented sensations, joy from the heart, anger, sorrow, pain, all manner of emotions truly experienced."

"Not like the simple simulations or experiences through consumption before, but genuine possession, true feelings and cognition of our own!!"

"Compared to the sensations we've gained, any avatar or planet seems meaningless. Likewise, it's not just Mh'ithrha; all our kin here must be struggling to contain their excitement."

"Desperate to hand everything over to this child, to have him complete our expectations quickly so we can escape this meaningless dream with this body, to truly be free!!"

Nyarlathotep's tone was mad yet carried some rationality. She surveyed the vast darkness and issued a stern warning.

"But, that cannot be! Such actions are absolutely forbidden. Don't let your new emotions and the wonders they bring make you reckless."