Male Succubus Apocalypse

Machi went up steadily. The process was much more stable and peaceful than he had imagined. It seemed that all the "people" were really going down, leaving only him going up.

It was incredibly quiet, but this slight doubt and caution was slowly dispelled as Machi moved forward. As the water pressure grew stronger, it made sense that few people lingered here.

It was becoming increasingly difficult for him to resist the "rational mental flow", but fortunately his posture was very stable and scientific. Even if he was distracted for a moment, he could continue to move forward without losing too much progress.

Maybe the top is the limit...

The closer he got to the top, the more clearly Machi could see the "light source" above, which was almost a "cave entrance".

But somehow, inexplicably, it became darker and darker, and those slanted shadows on the light suddenly began to expand.

Could it be that the "scorpion" could also attract the "people" at the top of the "food chain" of this spiritual level, who are closest to the exit of the so-called "outside world"?

March paused, feeling somewhat shocked. Apparently, the expansion of those oblique shadows meant that the "selves" above were beginning to migrate downward.

The speed was very fast, so fast that March was in despair, because it was obvious that with the water pressure rushing downwards, coupled with the "strength" of the "self" itself, the speed must be increasing exponentially.

This was something he couldn't resist, which made him wonder, if every "self" in a higher layer of water had this ability to dive, then why was the "self" in the deeper layer allowed to survive?

Soon, before Machi could turn around or make any other moves, the "answer" naturally appeared before his eyes:

A giant over six meters tall, with a body made of red rock and studded with scattered black spikes, rushed to Machi from above like a cannonball.

"Angry at the world, disappointed at people, I turn all my grief and anger into a knife, stripping off and slicing my shackles layer by layer. If I don't die, I will live. If I don't live, I will die. Either my flesh and blood will grow wildly, or I will turn into a pool of mud."

His eyes were wide open and he pulled out a ferocious smile.

A radical yet exceptionally rational point of view, with a reasoned logic that leads to unwarranted madness.

The moment the giant appeared in front of Machi, his mania and depression actually offset most of the "rational mental flow" in an instant.

But fortunately, the water waves caused by the giant's impact pushed Machi much farther away from him, leaving room for error.

However, what made him happiest was that he discovered that the giant that "fell from the sky" quickly "expanded" again visibly as soon as it appeared, and its movement also stopped. Otherwise, Machi felt that with the "acceleration" of the giant, he would not have the chance to see his true face and would have been able to kill him in one go.

Because this "expansion" did not bring about strength and size, but "collapse", just like the deep sea coming into the fresh water area, the giant's body suddenly swelled and cracks appeared, making him groan, and he curled up for a while to adapt.

This is the so-called "law" of this level, but it is the "law" of the essence of the spiritual level that can only be obtained by March, the "explorer", playing "off the field".

Going gradually upwards from the bottom, comparing this "giant" with the "turtle shell" and the "emerald", they definitely have a relationship of strength. It seems to be reflected in being in different water layers, but in fact, March deduces, it is the difference between "viewpoints" and "emotions".

Since everything in the spiritual world is a reflection of reality, then can "eating" correspond to the integration or confrontation between "selves" representing different "viewpoints"? Complementing or refuting each other?

Then naturally, if a "viewpoint" is not guided by "reason", collides with other "viewpoints", and is not improved and confirmed during the collision, it is impossible to withstand the deeper and more ruthless scrutiny of "rational dialectics", and then this "viewpoint" will "perish".

Therefore, the "self" below cannot go to the higher level, where "water pressure" implies a place with stronger "rationality", and it needs to "eat" before it can go.

The "self" above is a "self" with stronger "views", more "emotions" and more determined. It is impossible for them to return to a place where "rationality" is weaker, and it is impossible for them to change from more precise and concrete to more conceptual, abstract, empty and emotional.

Then the overflowing "emotions" will be out of control, and the firm "opinions" may evolve into overly overbearing "violent theories", which will also deviate from the original intention and lead to the collapse.

Therefore, they can come down, but they definitely cannot stay that long, otherwise they will be "polluted" by the relative "sensitivity". Only a more systematic and tougher "reason and sex" can make more concrete "views" be understood and retained, otherwise they will eventually be "confused" and unable to extricate themselves.

From the laws of this spiritual layer, we can conclude that this spiritual layer most likely represents a period in which Xu Heng criticized and dialectically examined various viewpoints, and began to gradually use his developed "rational thinking" to explore the world.

This is not something that everyone has, but it is unique to Xu Heng. His way of "exploration" is probably like the situation in this sea area, constant "fighting".

It was a blessing that he didn't have schizophrenia. How could he absorb all kinds of opinions and ideas without going crazy? March felt that he should have a discussion with that madman.

But now, Machiko was even more curious about what the "outside world" was like. After the fight between "Brother Heng's" "selves", who would be the winner in the end?

However, the danger of going further up is also in front of him. Not to mention that he will encounter more and stronger "Xu Heng" - that is the "giant" in front of him. Machi believes that without the support of the "rational mental flow", he will probably start to "go crazy".

His feelings of sadness, resentment and radical views were too much for March. March thought he would lose his mind and release the emotions that had been invading his brain.

As we go upwards, we will encounter a "rational spiritual flow" that is stronger than the current one, and we will most likely not be able to resist it.

March was helpless. Let's not talk about the other different "mental flows", as they all carried hidden emotions and conflicted with his own "mental flow". The consumption brought about was actually due to his need to maintain his own "sanity", which was a kind of "mental fatigue" and "depression".

It’s not that he hasn’t experienced it before. In fact, it won’t cause any harm, it just prevents him from exploring further.

But the "rational spiritual flow" at this level is different. When he reached the second water area of ​​this level, he felt that he had reached his limit.

"Brother Heng" is struggling with his "rationality" in his "sensibility"! - He is accepting so many "viewpoints", all of which are reasonable. This is also training his "reason and wisdom". This is a very brutal way to overgrow the cognitive system. At the same time, these "viewpoints" seem to be just a summary of some truths.

But behind it all is an intuitive feeling and emotion, so it is a kind of "see-saw", going from one extreme to another.

Many times, a "viewpoint" can be correct, but it may cause discomfort and opposition to people due to various positions and experiences, which is the so-called "dissatisfaction."

Xu Heng seemed to have to experience such "contradictions" to elevate his "rational cognition" and force himself to accept the "viewpoints" from "dialectics". Therefore, the strength and weakness of "rationality" in the second layer of water actually corresponds to the continuous rebound of "emotionality".

Anyway, Machi has never experienced this. This was the mental state of "Brother Heng" in the past. If it were any higher, he couldn't imagine what a horrible thing that kind of "rationality" would be.

That kind of "spiritual flow" is different.

Just like the fifth rule that the madman said: "When exploring the spiritual world, explorers should avoid contact with things that are close to them and that can easily make them lose control, not the 'spiritual flow' that is close to them, but the 'spiritual flow' that they have never experienced and are particularly alienated from, that is, the so-called 'unknown' things."

This is the "bloody" lesson Krolitz learned after "playing" and "exploring" everywhere. He wrote it down to remind himself at all times.

He originally went for the "exploration" to develop these "unknowns", to take samples and take risks, but in fact, if the purpose is just to find the "main self" and trace the logic of a person's behavior, there is a certain chance that it can be avoided, and there is no need to "empathize".

It is very likely that Krolitz's gradual neurosis is related to his habit of touching the "unknown" of others.

But in this case, should I not go? No, absolutely not. Ma Qi came here to understand and analyze "Brother Heng", which was a risk.

But I didn't expect that this risk seemed to have become inevitable. To enter the next spiritual level, I had to touch the "unknown".

"Explorers" are just like that.

“Damn it, the shallow area is just not comfortable!” The “Giant” growled angrily, his body still not stretching out.

Machi looked at him, caught in a dilemma. If he went forward, he would have to bypass the "giant". If the giant suddenly recovered, he would be finished. If he retreated, he could follow the water pressure, but in that case, he would have to go around again to get to the upper level.

Moreover, it is obvious from the changing oblique shadow that the person coming down here is not just the "Giant" but an upper-class "person". It seems that something big is about to happen. The death of "Scorpion" has triggered some bad chain reactions.

That way, he would be involved as soon as he returned.

Faced with the choice between the two, Machi finally made the choice to rush upwards. Even if he just wanted to feel it and then get bounced out, it would be worth it. Anyway, he felt that he couldn't go any deeper.

"Friend, you are also climbing the floor, why don't we cooperate? These damn big guys came down for some reason. It's very dangerous, but if we can bypass them, it will be a good opportunity to sneak up! The idiots on the same floor are not here either.

I have the blinders and you have the speed, it's a perfect match for us to rush up!"

Just as Machi was about to rush forward, he heard an eager and somewhat anxious voice behind him.

Turning around, he discovered that a ball of orange fog had appeared about a few dozen meters behind him. It was "swimming" upwards at a "snail's speed" relative to him.

This surprised Machi - the "fog" that was subjected to pressure difference in the water could actually surge upwards.

Those who dare to be so ostentatious as to create "fog" in front of the "giant" and make it look like a direction indicator in the dark show the sincerity of the owner of the "fog".

It's a simple matter of interest. With the speed of the "fog group", it exposed itself so blatantly. Why not wait for the "giant" to slow down and test its strength?

Then it needs its own speed, and it has great authenticity.

Machi just happened to need such a "blind spotter" to increase the probability of going upward in front of the "giant"... and a plan came to his mind.

Without thinking any more, Machi turned around and rushed towards the slowly moving "fog"

"Since you want to cooperate with me, you have to let me see your true face..." Machi followed the water pressure and rushed into the orange "fog" at an unprecedented speed, but came up empty-handed.

Based on the direction of the surging fog and undercurrent, he judged that the "main body" should be in such a position. If Machi finds the "person", he can...

"You're really fast... well, you're really strong too. It's worth it that I killed people everywhere and spilled blood to lure the guys up here to block your way."

It was behind him again, and this time when he heard the voice, Machima raised his butt and kicked out backwards, but there was a "buzzing" sound. From the hearing and touch, he suspected that he had kicked a "iron plate".

"I didn't even eat their remains, I just wanted to taste you."

"Shh-"

For a moment, I felt my mind go blank and something flowed out of my body. I didn't feel any pain, but I felt mentally empty all of a sudden, and everything seemed a little unreal.

Machi quickly used the reaction force to turn in another direction and move away for a distance. When he looked back suddenly, he saw two large serrated cuts on the horse's back that tore his flesh and blood.

The blood began to spread in the water like a smoke bomb.

And the "blood" that flowed from him seemed to be real "blood", red in color.

The one who caused all this was a giant "half-man mantis" that was three times his size. This "mantis" was showing off its might, with a pair of sharp blades and a sharp armor, and was looking at Machi with a sneer.

In the smoke, the "Mantis" is also very conspicuous when approaching.

"Who are you..." When Machi heard the "words" that seemed to be very "familiar" with him, he subconsciously wanted to ask who the person was, but then he saw those "compound eyes" with familiar eyes, and he knew who the person in front of him was.

It just became much stronger, a completely different look, and his voice was interrupted by this discovery.

"Yes, that's right. I am the weak one who couldn't break through your shell at the beginning and stayed in this ocean for a long time. However, your arrogance as a genius will change this position relationship.

But thanks to you, I was fortunate enough to 'eat' those two dignified 'gourmets', which allowed me to be reborn in a narrow way. I will let you die more comfortably."