Chapter 1682: Section 1683: The Experiment in the Dream
Sanders: "Since the Nova Competition is over, are you here to discuss the details of your departure with me?"
Angel walked to the window. Through the spotless glass, he could see the happenings in the manor below.
Greya was training Toby, who had transformed into a gryphon, while Sharley sat with her eyes closed, sensing the emotions radiating from Toby and occasionally jotting down notes in her handbook.
"It is indeed time to leave, but Iâd like to stay a few more days and try having Toby face the Extreme Resentment Thoughts," Angel said.
Sanders: "Is that why youâve come to find me?"
Angel nodded.
"Fine," Sanders said indifferently. "Although Lord Rhein hopes we can return sooner rather than later, according to Mayaâs prophecy, the ruins should remain stable for the time being."
After a pause, Sanders asked, "Youâre saying you want Toby to face the Extreme Resentment Thoughts? Are you planning to have him enter the House of the Heart?"
"Yes. Based on some reports I had Frode conduct, the House of the Heart should be effective for Toby. However, the real reason Iâd like to stay a few extra days is because of Sharley."
Though the Water Pattern Witch had given Angel the authority to oversee Sharley, Angel was reluctant to take her out of Sky Mechanical City.
So he intended to solve Tobyâs matter as soon as possible, utilizing Sharleyâs sensory abilities while they were still in Sky Mechanical City.
Sanders neither approved nor disapproved; his main priority remained his research on macro and micro energy. Whether the research took place in the Sky Mechanical City or the Barbarian Cave made little difference to him.
"Tobyâs matter is for you to decide," Sanders said after a pause. "But I am somewhat interested in that report about the House of the Heart you mentioned."
A moment later, Sanders entered the Wilderness of Dreams and sought out Frode to review the reports related to the House of the Heart.
Angel, meanwhile, left Sandersâ study and went out into the courtyard.
When Angel appeared, Toby, who was undergoing training, cast tearful eyes his way. Despite having transformed into a massive gryphon the size of a small mountain, the watery, pleading look in Tobyâs eyes evoked a sense of comical sympathy due to the stark contrast with its form.
Though Toby sent a clear distress signal to Angel, past experiences had taught him that Angel was unlikely to intervene on its behalf.
This time, however, took Toby by surprise.
Angel walked straight into the practice area and positioned himself between Toby and Greya.
Greya frowned slightly. "What is the meaning of this?"
Because it was Angel, Greya softened her tone. Were it anyone else, she would likely have lashed out without hesitation, whip in hand.
"I plan to conduct an experiment that could benefit Tobyâs situation," Angel said flatly.
Hearing that it was an "experiment beneficial to Toby," Greyaâs frown eased slightly. "Does this have to do with the Extreme Resentment Tribulation?"
"Yes," Angel nodded. "The experiment has no particular requirements for Tobyâs physical state, but it may necessitate a relatively stable mental state. Thatâs why..." he trailed off, implying the interruption of Greyaâs training.
Understanding Angelâs intent, Greya lowered the custom whip she had been holding and stepped aside. "Iâd like to hear about this experiment youâve designed and the outcomes you foresee."
Once Greya moved aside, Toby, now overjoyed, rushed over to Angel and nuzzled against him to express its elation. However, Toby had momentarily forgotten that it was still in its gryphon state, with flames rolling off its body. Were it not for Angelâs quick reaction, his hair might have caught fire.
Noticing its mistake, Toby lowered its head with embarrassment, let out a chirp, and reverted to its ashen, diminutive bird form before perching on Angelâs shoulder.
Angel stroked Tobyâs feathers and then walked over to Greya.
"For now, I must keep the details of the experiment confidential."
"Confidential?" Greyaâs face betrayed suspicion. Since this pertained to Tobyâs Extreme Resentment Tribulation, why would Angel be so secretive? Unless, of course, there was something in the experiment Angel preferred not to disclose or wished to conceal?
"Yes, forgive me for not being able to provide specifics at the moment. However, I can reveal one detail: this experiment wonât take place in the real world."
"Not in the real world? Then are you planning to conduct it in a dream?" Sharley, who had been eavesdropping nearby, couldnât help but mutter under her breath.
Angel glanced at Sharley. "Youâre correct. This time, the experiment will indeed take place within a dream."
Sharley was taken aback, unable to grasp Angelâs meaning immediately. Greya, however, caught on quickly. "You intend to enter Tobyâs dream?" She had seen Angel enter Tobyâs dream back at the Black Castle, hence her question.
"As you know, Extreme Resentment Thoughts manifest as Dream Persons to lure and tempt Toby. Even in his dream, Toby struggles with full self-control."
Greya nodded. "Entering someone elseâs dream is tantamount to stepping into a domain theyâve meticulously created. Itâs a perilous endeavor."
"Precisely why I wonât enter Tobyâs dream. Instead, Iâll have Toby enter my dream," Angel said, halting further explanation at this point.
Greya came to an understanding. Angel must be planning to conduct his experiment in the controlled environment of his own dream, though there were undoubtedly hidden aspects to it.
"I donât know what experiment youâre planning, but how exactly are you going to bring Toby into your dream? Surely Toby doesnât plan to learn the Dream Entering Technique across dimensions?"
"I have a means," Angel said with a wink. "The dream-related tricks I know arenât limited to just the Dream Entering Technique."
The implication was that Angel possessed other dream-related tricks capable of bringing Toby into his dream.
If a Dream Sorcerer with expertise in such matters were present, they would easily recognize this as a lie. Even if a method to pull someone else into oneâs dream existed, it would hardly be simple "tricks."
However, Greya, standing before Angel, lacked deep knowledge of dream-related techniquesâa faction so exceedingly rare that it often remained obscure. Thus, she didnât immediately pick up on anything amiss.
After pondering for a moment, Greya said, "If youâve already made your decision, then... very well."
Even though she harbored concerns about the unknowns of the experiment, Greya trusted Angelâs goodwill toward Toby. On this basis, she chose to place her faith in him once more.
Angel gave Greya a slight nod, signaling reassurance, before turning his gaze toward Sharley, who was openly eavesdropping nearby.
"When Toby and I enter the dream, I hope you can help record the changes in his emotions."
Sharley hadnât expected Angel to assign her a task and hesitated for a moment before nodding. After all, her role alongside Greya was to monitor and document Tobyâs condition.
With arrangements finalized, Angel didnât bother heading indoors. Right there in the courtyard, before Greya and Sharleyâs watchful eyes, he sat down, bringing Toby with him as they entered the Wilderness of Dreams.
Once Angel and Toby had entered the dream.
Greya watched the now-sleeping Toby, a curious expression flitting across her face.
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