My attributes are increasing infinitely Chapter 361: Breaks through to the 5th dimensional level
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Ethan began scanning the metropolitan area, discovering a multitude of 4th dimensional beings within its borders.
Seeking information on where monsters gathered in large numbers, Ethan directed his steps toward the city.
While he had reviewed several intelligence reports, he believed that obtaining firsthand knowledge from a resident would be his most effective course of action.
“Look at this, it seems a newcomer has arrived. Let us give our new friend a warm welcome,” a voice called out from within the city.
Ethan sensed a scan sweep over him, followed immediately by numerous others probing his presence.
To avoid drawing unwanted scrutiny, Ethan suppressed his aura, releasing only enough pressure to mimic a newly ascended 4th dimensional being.
“Greetings, friend. I am Franklin. Might I ask your name and your place of origin?” a man suddenly materialized before him.
Ethan studied him briefly, noting that the man possessed a power level of approximately 1 million golden seals.
It was a formidable level of strength, suggesting he was likely one of the most powerful figures in this city.
“Hello, I am Ethan, and I hail from planet Earth,” Ethan answered with a friendly expression.
“You are from his world? My word, you Earthlings are truly remarkable. Every single one of you is a genius. I have no doubt you are one as well,” Franklin remarked, his eyes gleaming with genuine admiration.
Ethan could perceive that the man’s respect was sincere.
“Earthlings seem to be unique across every parallel universe. One day, I will uncover the truth behind this phenomenon,” Ethan mused internally.
“Ah, you flatter me, friend. While I am one of the pioneers of Earth, I have only just achieved my breakthrough. In truth, my talent is likely the lowest among all Earthlings,” Ethan replied, smiling modestly.
“You are truly a pioneer of Earth? To become a transcended being in a mere 10 million years is still a staggering feat. I truly envy your potential. For some reason, your kind can refine more origin points than any of us,” Franklin said, his respect deepening.
“I appreciate the kind words. Could you tell me which locations here are the most perilous? I’d like to know which areas to avoid,” Ethan asked, framing his question strategically.
“For a novice, I’d say every place outside the city walls is dangerous, hahahaha! But if you wish to know of the true horrors, listen well. The Arahan mountain range, the Arctic Forest, and Jeju Island are the three most terrifying zones, as they teem with thousands of beasts.
Furthermore, if you venture into the Abyssal Chasm, you will encounter the most powerful monsters of this sanctuary. Throughout history, no one has ever returned from that place alive. The true rulers of this sanctuary reside there,” Franklin explained with a grim expression.
Ethan nodded as he processed the information. He decided his first targets would be the three regions with the highest monster density.
Afterward, he would seek out the place where those so-called rulers dwelt.
“Thank you for this invaluable information. I must be on my way now,” Ethan said, preparing to depart.
“Leaving already? To where? Surely you don’t intend to hunt monsters alone. For a newcomer, that is nothing short of suicide. You should wait; a hunting party is scheduled to leave the city in three days. I can speak with them and secure a spot for you,” Franklin suggested, his tone laced with concern.
“I truly appreciate your worry, but I can manage on my own. There is no need for concern,” Ethan said with a reassuring smile.
Franklin viewed the man as incredibly arrogant, yet he chose not to press the issue further.
“Very well. Do your best to stay alive. I have a dear friend from Earth, and it would grieve him to hear of your passing. Head toward the northern desert; the beasts there are significantly weaker,” Franklin advised before taking his leave.
A look of disappointment lingered on Franklin's face as he walked away.
Ethan, however, had already tuned out the advice. His objective was set: he was heading straight for the Arahan mountain range.
Before parting, Franklin had handed him a map of the sanctuary.
Ethan felt a spark of gratitude for the man’s kindness. Having identified his destination, Ethan vanished from his spot and reappeared at the mountain range instantly.
He immediately deployed his ultimate domain, detecting 400 4th dimensional monsters lurking at the outskirts.
“Let’s see what rewards you hold for me.”
With a snap of his fingers, a shard of metal materialized in his hand and instantly pierced the brain of one of the creatures.
[0.01 origin points gained]
A notification echoed in Ethan’s mind as a surge of warm energy flowed into his body.
Ethan compared this sensation to the 15 strands of source energy his other clone had recently acquired.
This 0.01 point was equivalent to exactly 1 strand of source energy.
“Brilliant,” Ethan thought, filled with instant joy as he transferred the energy from his current form to his main body.
His local origin point count immediately reset to zero.
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Inside the accelerated time field of the space cube, Ethan opened his eyes.
“That clone is proving to be a literal goldmine,” he said, smiling to himself.
“Nini, how many strands of source energy are required for your next evolution?”
“Master, I require 1,000 strands,” Nini answered tonelessly.
Ethan felt his eyelid twitch at the number.
“You had better become significantly more powerful after this,” he warned her playfully.
Source energy represented the pinnacle of cultivation resources. Ethan tested five strands to see how they influenced his comprehension speed.
Previously, a single cycle of the Infinite Ascension Sutra required five months. Now, he calculated that with 1,000 strands, a cycle could be finished in just one day.
His eyes widened, and his jaw nearly hit the floor in shock.
“Keep working hard, my clone. We are all counting on you.” Ethan felt a personal urge to go there himself, but it was currently impossible.
Receiving the command, the clone stopped holding back and expanded its reach over the entire Arahan mountain range.
At that moment, 1.2 million monsters were present in the area.
“Perish.”
He triggered his Eye of Oblivion.
In an instant, every monster was reduced to cosmic dust.
Just like that, 1.2 million beasts were wiped out.
[You have gained 12,000 origin points.]
“Excellent,” Ethan’s clone noted with a calm nod.
These 12,000 points were the equivalent of 1.2 million strands of source energy.
Inside the time field, Ethan was ecstatic.
“Damn, 1.2 million? Is this for real? Where are the supreme beings now?” Ethan laughed with childlike glee.
“Nini, begin your evolution process immediately.”
“Thank you, Master. I am starting now.”
Ethan also commenced his own cultivation session.
Utilizing 1,000 strands of source energy, he finished one full cycle of comprehension.
His understanding of the Source of Existence reached 0.2 percent.
However, as he began the next cycle, he noticed the consumption of origin energy had increased.
It took 2,000 strands to complete the third cycle.
Ethan gulped. As a cultivator, he understood the terrifying implications of doubling requirements.
His entire path was built upon the concept of doubling strength.
“If this pattern persists, how on earth will I gather enough energy? I hope the requirements change. Otherwise, by the time I reach the 1,000th cycle, I doubt this entire world contains enough energy to sustain it.”
He felt a sense of desperation, hoping his theory was wrong. If not, he was in trouble; he would be forced to cultivate manually, which would take countless eons to reach high power levels.
For the fourth cycle, he would need 4,000 strands; the 5th would require 8,000; the 6th, 16,000; the 7th, 32,000; the 8th, 64,000; the 9th, 128,000; and by the 10th cycle, he would need 256,000 strands of origin energy.
He had already consumed a total of 511,000 strands.
[Source of Existence: 1 percent]
Ethan was finally prepared to ascend to the 5th dimensional level.
Ten days had passed within the time field, while only a single day had elapsed in the outside world.
What should have taken Ethan over four years of internal time and five months of external time to achieve was accomplished in just one day.
“Breakthrough.”
He did not hesitate for a second.
His very existence began to evolve as a fifth axis was integrated into his inner dimension.
This new axis granted him the ability to influence the patterns of the laws.
He could now actively interfere with these patterns, whereas before he could only observe them without any power to change them.
He would need to develop specific skills to manipulate them effectively.
Vast amounts of energy surged within his origin sea as the evolution took hold.
Twelve hours later.
Ethan successfully reached the 5th dimensional level, allocating 2,100 quintillion golden seals to this new axis.
Typically, a 4th dimensional being might possess 1 trillion golden seals at most, usually distributing about 1 million into the 5th axis.
That was the standard for supreme geniuses, while average ones might distribute even less.
But Ethan was a total anomaly, and his results were appropriately reality-breaking.
[Master: Ethan Hunt] [Realm: 5th dimension] [Physique: 50 Supreme Seals] [Spirit: 50 Supreme Seals] [Talent: Infinite Comprehension] [System Ability: Creation of All things] [Combat prowess: 13th dimensional Being] (1 Supreme Seal = 10²⁰⁰ Grand seals)