Kryptonians: Man of Steel

Chapter 1069: No. 18, who is about to become a space master

Igo sneered and said, "Humph, you are just quibbling. The essence of the rules of space is infinity and infinitesimality. I have already mastered this. Don't try to deceive me."

Luther ignored his ridicule and continued, "Rules are nothing more than a phenomenon and a form of expression in the universe. They are not eternal and unchanging, but are constantly changing with the development of the universe. The reason why you can use these rules to trap No. 18 is because you understand these rules better than she does. But if you think you can control her forever in this way, you are very wrong."

He continued: "The essence of space rules is not simply defined by infinity and infinitesimal, but is contained in a more complex relativity and correlation."

“Imagine that every point in space in the universe is like a strand of silk in a web, connected to each other by some subtle but powerful bond, together weaving the grand blueprint of space. This connection, which transcends the constraints of distance, is the cornerstone of the overall structure of space.”

“The reason why you can distort space and make the distance become long and tortuous is that you cut off these ties with a powerful force, causing the spatial points to lose their original connection and become isolated and helpless. However, what you have not realized is that this state of isolation is a potential and profound expression of the rules of space, which reveals another side of the dynamics of space.”

Igo's face became increasingly gloomy. He didn't expect that Luther had such a profound understanding of the rules of space.

He said: "Then tell me, how do you break my space rules?"

Luther smiled slightly and said, "Cracking may not be the most appropriate word. To be more precise, it is reconstruction. What I want to do is to restore those severed spatial ties and re-establish connections between spatial points. Once these connections are restored, your spatial rules will lose their original effectiveness, and No. 18 will be free."

"Come on, No. 18, it's time for you to study!"

Luther said to No. 18.

"Me? But I don't know anything. I'm just a..."

No. 18 pointed at herself, but she was illiterate.

"Strength and wisdom are not always proportional to knowledge. You already have the power to change space, which is a manifestation of wisdom. It's just that you haven't realized it yet, or you haven't learned how to use this power. Sometimes, the reason why we feel that we can't change is just because we haven't tried to change. Believe in yourself, No. 18, you are much stronger than you think."

Luther said with a smile.

When No. 18 heard this, a glimmer of hope flashed in his eyes.

She said, "But I don't know anything about these rules. How can I learn them?"

"First, you need to learn to perceive the changes in space. Close your eyes and use your heart to feel everything around you. You will find that space is not static, it is like a flowing river, changing subtly all the time. These changes may be so small that they are difficult to detect, but they do exist and are the embodiment of the vitality of space. What you need to do is to capture these changes, understand their laws, and make yourself a part of the space."

As he spoke, Luther began to explain the basics of space rules to No. 18. His words were gentle and magnetic, as if they could penetrate the fog of the mind and lead No. 18 into a whole new world.

"Space, this seemingly ordinary but extremely complex concept, is both the stage for material existence and a maze of intertwined forces and rules. Let's start with the most basic point. A point is the simplest element in space, without size or shape, just a pure existence. But it is these countless points, through specific arrangements and connections, that form a line."

Luther stretched out his hand and gently drew an invisible line in the air.

“A line has a direction. It can be straight or curved. It connects two or more points and adds a dynamic beauty to the space.”

"Next is the surface. The surface is surrounded by lines and has an area. It can be a plane or a curved surface. Imagine a vast grassland or a curved sphere. They are all manifestations of surfaces. When we stack the surfaces, we form a three-dimensional space. This is the world we live in, a stage full of three-dimensionality."

There was an indescribable charm in Luther's words, making No. 18 feel as if he had witnessed the miraculous change from nothingness to substance with his own eyes.

"Three-dimensional space is the most familiar and unfamiliar area for us. Here, objects have length, width and height, and we can move freely and explore every corner. But the mystery of space is far more than that. Imagine if space is not only three-dimensional, but has more dimensions, what would happen?"

"In four-dimensional space, in addition to the three-dimensional coordinates we are familiar with, a time axis is added. This means that in the four-dimensional world, we can see our past selves and foresee the possibilities of the future. And higher-dimensional spaces are beyond imagination. There, the distortion of time and the folding of space become commonplace. You can travel from one place to another in an instant, and even cross the boundaries of time and space to meet your past or future self."

No. 18's eyes sparkled with curiosity and excitement. She seemed to be brought into a whole new universe by Luther's words, which was full of infinite possibilities and challenges.

"So, how do you control a space like this?"

Luther continued.

"This requires not only strength, but also a deep understanding and mastery of the rules of space. First, you must learn to perceive space. Just like a blind man touching an elephant, only when you can truly touch the essence of space can you begin to understand it."

Luther gestured to No. 18 to close his eyes, take a deep breath, and then try to use his mind to feel the space around him. "Imagine that your consciousness is like a beam of light, penetrating the constraints of matter and reaching the depths of space. There, you can feel the pulsation of space, hear its whispers, and even see those spatial connections that are usually imperceptible."

Following Luther's instructions, No. 18 gradually immersed herself in this wonderful experience. She felt as if her consciousness had broken free from the constraints of her body and was freely traveling through space. Those spatial connections that were originally invisible and intangible became clear under her perception. They were like an intricate web that connected the entire universe.

"Now, try to touch these spatial connections with your will."

Luther's voice rang in No. 18's ears.

(End of this chapter)