Chapter 53
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Outer space - A few trillion light years away from Earth

Killua rebuked Yukari that stiffened like a steel block in his arms.

"You naughty little Youkai~"

Yukari felt her heart pounding fast as she heard Killua's words. It was the first time she realized that her actions could have consequences beyond her imagination.

With a sense of urgency, she gazed upon the terrifying supernova that encompassed them. It appeared that Killua had created some form of a transparent sphere or repellent force to protect them from the cosmic blast.

".."

Yukari couldn't help but feel grateful for Killua's quick thinking and resourcefulness. As she looked at him, she couldn't help but notice the mischievous grin on his face. It was clear that he enjoyed being the hero of the moment, even though it was somewhat also his fault that they were in this dangerous situation in the first place.

"Thanks for saving my life, Killua," Yukari said, trying to sound as sincere as possible.

Killua chuckled. "No problem, princess."

Yukari rolled her eyes at his arrogant remark but couldn't deny the fact that she was glad to have him by her side at this moment. She had never been in such a life-threatening situation before and wasn't sure if she would have survived without him.

Without the possibility of resurrection and having lost her connection with all her alternate existences, Yukari faced the grim reality that her demise in this place would be final. Even now, she struggled to accept the fact that this man was responsible for the death of all her other selves. If this was truly the case, it would be a grueling process that would require many sleepless nights for her to resurrect all of the 951 billion of her alternate selves.

'True Gods…'

The power of the True Gods was now crystal clear to Yukari, the strongest Youkai in the world. She shuddered at the thought of it, realizing firsthand the absolute authority of the true rulers of existence. She couldn't even begin to comprehend how this True God managed to neutralize her like a child.

Even that bitch True Goddess Shinki didn't give her this kind of existential sense of helplessness. Was she toying with her at that time? Or was this man just on a whole other league of his own?

Yukari couldn't shake off the feeling of unease as she continued to ponder the situation. She knew that she needed to be careful and cautious around this man, as he was clearly capable of anything. However, she couldn't help but feel a sense of fascination and curiosity towards him.

"Killua, can I ask you something?" Yukari spoke up, breaking the silence.

"Sure, what's up~?" Killua replied, his tone casual.

"How did you become so powerful? I mean, I've never seen anything like it before," Yukari said, her curiosity getting the best of her.

Killua grinned. "It's a very long story, Yukari. However, even if I wanted to tell you… your lifespan is just not nearly enough to hear my whole story. But let's just say that I've transcended the concept of power itself."

Yukari raised an eyebrow. "Transcended the concept of power? That's... interesting. And your abilities... are they similar to the other True Gods?"

Killua's grin widened. "Oh, they're much more than that. My abilities go beyond what any True God in this world can even comprehend."

Yukari couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and fear at Killua's words. It was clear that he was not someone to be taken lightly.

"But why did you protect me, Killua? I was the one who attacked and tried to kill you, it doesn't make sense for you to save my life. So what do you really want from me? What is your goal?" Yukari asked, trying to understand the reason behind their current ridiculous situation.

Killua's expression turned mischievous. "What do I want from you?"

Yukari gulped as she nodded.

"Well, how about… nothing~?"

"Huh?"

Killua laughed at Yukari's confused expression. "I don't want anything from you, Yukari. I just found you interesting and decided to have a little fun with you."

Yukari felt a mix of relief and disbelief. "So, from the start… all of this was just a game to you?"

Killua shrugged. "In a way, I suppose. But don't worry, I won't harm you. At least, not unless you give me a reason to."

Yukari couldn't help but feel conflicted. On one hand, she was relieved that she wasn't in danger. On the other hand, she couldn't help but feel annoyed that she had been used as a toy in Killua's game.

"I see," Yukari said, trying to hide her emotions. "Well, I guess I should be going now."

Killua nodded. "Sure, I'll let you go back to Gensokyo. But before you go, let me give you a little advice."

Yukari raised an eyebrow. "Advice?"

Killua grinned. "Yes, advice. If you want to survive in the Outer Gods' realm, you'll need to be strong. Youkai like you may be powerful in your own world, but in Outer Gods' realm and beyond, you're nothing more than a small fish in a big pond."

Yukari scowled. "The Outer Gods' realm? What is that exactly?"

Killua shrugged. "I won't divulge that; that is for you to discover. However, if I may offer a suggestion, I recommend expanding your knowledge. Learn about the myriad gods and celestial civilizations that inhabit the multiverse. Familiarize yourself with their peculiar technology and eldritch magic. And above all, never trust anyone in the Outer Gods' realm. Every being there has their own agenda, and you never know when someone will betray you. Believe me; I speak from experience."

"What do you mean by 'never trust anyone'?" Yukari asked, puzzled by Killua's statement.

Killua's grin faded as he looked at her seriously. "Trust is a luxury that can get you killed in the Outer Gods' realm. Everyone has their own agenda, and even those who appear to be allies can turn on you in an instant. You need to be careful and always be on your guard."

Yukari frowned. "That sounds... exhausting."

"It is," Killua agreed. "However, in a world where power is a mere abstract and unimaginable chaos rules, it's the only means of survival. That realm is the most terrifying thing that exists. Even I must exercise caution, or else I'll be consumed by the madness and absurdity that permeates that place."

"..."

While Yukari silently pondered the nature of the Outer Gods' realm and why a True God like him should take it seriously, she wondered what kind of place it really was. As if reading her mind, Killua laughed and decided to humor her curiosity.

"Haha. Fine, I'll tell you. The Outer Gods' realm is a place where the most powerful beings in existence reside. They are beings that go beyond even the True Gods, and their power is immeasurable. If you ever find yourself there, make sure to keep your guard up and try not to attract their attention. You don't want to mess with them."

As he said that, Killua finally put Yukari down to stand on her own.

"Well, according to the current World Line of this world. It doesn't seem like you'll ever reach the minimum level required to enter that place."

"Is that so…"

Yukari couldn't help but feel a sense of unease and apprehension at Killua's words.

"Instead of feeling down, try to see this as a blessing in disguise. If you prefer, you can disregard everything I just mentioned."

"No. Thank you for the advice," Yukari said, her voice filled with a hint of resignation. "I'll keep that in mind."

"Good~ Now then…" Killua nodded with a satisfied smile on his face before he suddenly put his hands behind his back and looked at Yukari with a cold expression.

*Gloom*

His whole aura changed instantly, from an easygoing attitude to a chilling death indifference that sent violent shivers down Yukari's spine. It was so sudden that Yukari's heart even stopped beating for a moment.

At the same time, the ring on Killua's finger also turned grey.

"Yukari Yakumo is permitted to manipulate time, but obliterating the very concept of Time is considered a grave transgression and will result in immediate annihilation. Let us hope such an event never occurs again."

Killua's words were spoken in an unusual manner, as though he were addressing someone other than Yukari, even as his unfocused gaze fixated intently upon her.

"Mortal creatures like you consider themselves unique, so you've rooted your whole theory of existence in your uniqueness. "One" is your unit of measure. But it's not. All social systems that you've put into place are but a mere sketch. One plus one equals two. That's all you've learned."

Yukari just listened frightened with a pale expression on her face, as she didn't understand why this True God suddenly changed his attitude drastically out of nowhere.

"But one plus one has never equaled two. There are, in fact, no numbers and no letters. You've just codified your existence to bring it down to mortal size to make it comprehensible for your mortal minds. You've created a scale so that you can forget its unfathomable scale. So what proof do you have of existence?"

*Gulp* "..."

"It's time. Time is the only true unit of measure. It gives proof of the existence of matter. Without time…"

Killua suddenly disappeared and appeared in front of Yukari, he looked down at her with a horrifying glare as he muttered.

"You don't exist."

Yukari gasped and stumbled back, feeling like the world around her was shifting and swirling. She was dizzy and disoriented, and it took her a few moments to realize that Killua was still standing in front of her, looking at her with a smirk on his face.

"Gotcha," he said, and Yukari couldn't help but feel a surge of anger and embarrassment. She had been played like a fool.

"You're a cruel God," she said, her voice shaking with emotion.

Killua's smirk faded, and he looked at her with a more serious expression. "I'm not cruel. I'm simply trying to teach you a lesson."

Yukari raised an eyebrow. "And what lesson is that?"

"The lesson of humility," Killua said. "You may be a powerful being, but you are still just a small part of existence. You are not as important as you think you are."

"..."

"It was just a little prank, Yukari," Killua said, his voice softening. "I apologize if I scared you."

Yukari took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. "I understand," she said, her voice still a bit shaky. "But please be careful with your jokes. You're not like other gods, and your power can be quite overwhelming."

Killua nodded. "I know. And I'll try to be more careful in the future."

Yukari took another deep breath and looked at Killua with a serious expression. "Thank you for the advice, Killua. I'll keep it in mind."

"Anytime," Killua said, smiling. "I'm always happy to help a friend."

Yukari smiled back, feeling grateful for Killua's kindness. She was still a bit shaken by his prank, but she knew that he meant well. After all, he was a True God, and his perspective on the world was different from hers.

"Take care, Killua," Yukari said, as she started to open the gap to Gensokyo.

"You too, Yukari," Killua said, as he watched her disappear into the gap.

Once Yukari was gone, Killua stood there for a moment, lost in thought. He had always been curious about Gensokyo and the Youkai that lived there. He wondered what kind of world it was and what kind of cute little creatures that lived there.

But for now, he had other things to attend to. He closed his eyes and concentrated, feeling the energy of the multiverse flowing through him. He could sense the presence of other beings, other True Gods, and cosmic entities that existed beyond his own reality. Feeling how Shinki sent him a playful pulse as a greeting, Killua was amused as he continued expanding his omniscient senses.

As he continued to concentrate, his mind became filled with knowledge and wisdom, the secrets of the multiverse unfolding before him. He could sense the threads of fate and the fabric of reality, the ebb and flow of the cosmos. He could feel the power of the Outer Gods and the madness that they wrought upon existence.

Killua opened his eyes and smiled. He was a True God, and he had the power to shape the multiverse as he saw fit. He had the power to create and destroy, to bring order to chaos and chaos to order. He was a god among gods, a being of limitless power and knowledge.

And he was just getting started.


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