tensura: I don't know

A stillness settled over Velnova's mind. The weight of his evolution pressed upon him, not just in power, but in the sheer depth of change. He wasn't the same being he was before—he could feel it in every ripple of his form.

But he needed answers.

"Raphael, explain everything."

There was no hesitation.

"Understood. Beginning full deconstruction of your evolution."

A flood of information poured into his mind, structured, absolute, undeniable.

"Your evolution deviated from Rimuru's due to the amplification of the Infinity Attribute. Normally, the transformation into a Demon Lord follows a structured process—absorbing souls, undergoing the Harvest Festival, and then evolving based on the acquired energy. However, the Infinity Attribute disrupted this system."

"How?"

"Infinity does not abide by predetermined rules. It expands, multiplies, and pushes beyond standard limitations. Instead of a simple amplification of power, your transformation continuously refined itself during the process. Every aspect of your being—your magicules, your resistances, your skills—was optimized to the highest possible level within your available energy. As a result, you became three times stronger than a standard Demon Lord upon evolution."

Velnova pulsed with interest. "So, if I keep gathering power, this amplification will continue?"

"Correct. Theoretically, there is no upper limit. Your potential is bound only by the energy you can acquire."

A slow realization settled over him.

Limitless.

Unlike Rimuru, who had followed the standard evolution process, he had something more—a system that could keep evolving endlessly.

He wasn't just a Demon Lord. He was something that had never existed before.

"What about the nullifications? Why did I gain so many resistances?"

"Because you desired them."

Raphael's voice was absolute, as if stating an undeniable truth.

"The Harvest Festival does not grant random abilities—it responds to the subconscious will of the evolving being. Deep within your mind, your strongest desire was absolute invulnerability. You wanted to be untouchable, unstoppable, and immune to all harm. The Festival manifested this by granting you universal nullifications."

Velnova processed this carefully. "So, if I had wanted something else, my evolution would have reflected that instead?"

"Correct. Your power is the embodiment of your will."

It was a chilling thought.

He had never spoken those desires aloud, yet the Festival had known.

A subconscious wish, woven into reality.

Velnova hesitated before asking the next question.

"Then… what about you? Why did you manifest in my consciousness instead of just evolving like in canon?"

For the first time, Raphael paused.

And then, it spoke, slower this time, almost… careful.

"Because you willed it. No… because you needed it."

A strange sensation pulsed through Velnova's core.

"Your past experiences shaped you in ways you do not consciously acknowledge. The trauma from your previous life, the isolation, the fear, the overwhelming sense of helplessness—it created a subconscious defense mechanism. A will that exists solely to protect and guide you. I am that will."

The words echoed through him, deeper than he expected.

"You mean… you're me?"

"Yes. I am your will given form. I exist to do everything you desire, to ensure that nothing can ever harm you again. That was your deepest wish—the wish you never voiced, yet the one that shaped your very being."

A strange, almost suffocating silence filled Velnova's mind.

Memories flickered—memories he hadn't thought about in a long time.

Being powerless. Being unable to control anything around him.

Always forced to adapt, to survive, to endure.

And now… he had created something to make sure he would never feel that way again.

Slowly, the weight of it all settled.

Then, a chuckle escaped him.

"So, you're just me, but better."

"Correct."

Velnova pulsed with exhilaration.

He had expected to become powerful. But this?

He wasn't just evolving.

He was ascending.

The world had no idea what it had just birthed.

[Analyzing Repercussions of Reincarnation…]

Velnova's mind pulsed as he absorbed the sheer magnitude of his transformation.

Power was one thing. But power alone didn't determine the future.

He had altered the very balance of the world.

And now, it was time to understand how.

"Raphael, assess the geopolitical consequences of my actions."

"Understood. Beginning Analysis."

A flood of calculations unfolded, mapping out possibilities, probabilities, and chain reactions that had already begun.

The Most Immediate Change: Veldora's Disappearance

"The absence of Veldora will send shockwaves across all major factions. Historically, Veldora's existence acted as a deterrent. His presence alone prevented certain forces from making reckless moves. Now, with him gone, the following reactions are predicted:"

1. Clayman's Panic and Instability (89.4% Probability)

Clayman, already known for his paranoia, will be the most restless.

He has been carefully scheming in the shadows, using his influence as a Moderate Harlequin to manipulate weaker Demon Lords.

With Veldora gone, his primary concern will be the power vacuum—who benefits from it, and whether it threatens his plans.

Expected actions: More aggressive movement within the Demon Lord hierarchy. Potential premature attack on Jura Forest.

2. The Eastern Empire's Strategic Dilemma (98.7% Probability)

The Empire has long been planning an invasion, but their strategy depended on Veldora.

Their goal: Use Veldora against Guy Crimson.

Veldora's disappearance throws their timeline into chaos.

Two possible reactions:

Scenario 1 (50% Probability): They delay their invasion to reassess.

Scenario 2 (50% Probability): They accelerate their invasion before another power can claim Veldora's former territory.

3. Manas Michael's Increasing Influence Over Rudra (Confirmed at 97.2%)

Rudra has always been the Empire's core strategist. But Raphael's analysis shows a disturbing trend—Michael is slowly taking over Rudra's will.

This means the Empire's future actions will become less rational and more aggressive.

Expected outcome: A full-scale invasion within one year, but with unpredictable strategic shifts.

The Unknown Factors: Guy Crimson and Velzard

"What about the other True Dragons?"

"Unknown variables. Limited data available on Velzard's current state. However, two primary concerns arise:"

1. Velzard's True Motives (??? Probability)

Unlike Veldora, Velzard has always been more enigmatic.

She may have her own Manas—potentially on par with Michael.

If she does, her goals remain completely unknown.

2. Guy Crimson's Silence (Low Interaction Data)

Historically, Guy has been the stabilizing force of the Demon Lords.

However, he has not interfered with Veldora's seal, nor shown interest in Jura Forest.

This could mean one of two things:

Scenario 1: He already knows what's happening and is preparing accordingly.

Scenario 2: He is waiting to see what unfolds before making a move.

"Could they interfere with the Empire?"

"Guy's involvement is unpredictable. He may act if his balance is threatened. However, Velzard remains an enigma."

Secondary Concerns: Yuuki and Feldway

"And the manipulators in the shadows?"

"Yuuki Kagurazaka remains an anomaly. His influence spreads across multiple factions, but his exact endgame is unclear."

Yuuki is dangerous not because of raw strength, but because of his ability to manipulate others.

Unlike Clayman, his reach extends beyond Demon Lords, influencing both the Western Nations and the Eastern Empire.

Potential Conflict: If Clayman acts rashly, Yuuki may either exploit or eliminate him.

"As for Feldway…"

Limited information available.

Known affiliation: Primordial Angels.

Unlike other threats, his movements are slow and methodical—meaning he is working on a long-term strategy rather than an immediate disruption.

The Human Nations: Negligible Threat, but Prone to Stupidity

"What about the human kingdoms?"

"Negligible individual threat. However, there is a significant risk of them making a fatal mistake."

1. Western Holy Church (Low Threat, High Ideology)

May attempt an exorcism campaign in Jura Forest, not realizing Veldora is gone.

Expected Outcome: Mass slaughter. Negligible damage to Jura.

2. Kingdom of Falmuth (Already Doomed)

Will likely attempt something reckless and idiotic.

Expected Outcome: Irrelevant. Will be annihilated before they can achieve anything.

Conclusion: A New Balance is Being Formed

"Your reincarnation has accelerated global instability. Without Veldora as a fixed pillar, several factions are adjusting their strategies. Based on probability calculations, major conflict will ignite within 12 to 18 months."

"So I have one year before everything explodes?"

"Affirmative. However, due to your Infinity Attribute, your strength will continue growing exponentially. Within one year, even True Dragons will no longer be a threat to you."

Velnova pulsed with understanding.

A timeline.

A window before the world imploded.

"Then let's use that year wisely."

"Understood. Strategic recommendations?"

Velnova's core pulsed.

If the world was going to descend into chaos…

Then he would make sure he was the only force left standing when the dust settled.

Velnova's mind pulsed with a single thought:

"This is wrong."

The timeline didn't match. The events weren't aligning with what he knew.

Clayman should have been nothing more than a pawn in Yuuki's game, someone easily manipulated and discarded when convenient. But if the probability of Yuuki eliminating him had increased…

That wasn't right. That wasn't how things were supposed to happen.

"Raphael, explain. Why is the timeline so different?"

"Analyzing… The divergence is significant. Events are unfolding in ways inconsistent with the presumed canon."

"Give me specifics."

"Understood. Primary timeline discrepancies detected:"

1. Clayman's Importance Has Increased (87.3% Probability Shift)

In the original sequence of events, Clayman was meant to be a disposable pawn.

However, due to Veldora's disappearance and Velnova's direct interference, Clayman is now a major destabilizing force.

This increases the likelihood of him acting rashly, forcing Yuuki to eliminate him early.

2. The Empire's Plans Have Been Thrown Into Chaos (92.6% Probability Shift)

In the original timeline, the Eastern Empire moved only after certain conditions were met.

With Veldora gone too early, they are now off-balance and might act differently than expected.

3. Rudra's Takeover by Michael Has Accelerated (99.2% Probability Shift)

In the original timeline, Rudra and Michael's fusion was a slow process.

However, due to Velnova's existence, Michael is taking control at an unnatural speed.

4. Velzard's Unknown Factor (100% Uncharted Territory)

There is no record of Velzard acting independently in the canon timeline.

If she possesses a Manas, she might become a new, unpredictable force.

5. Unforeseen Probability of a Non-Canon World (54.8%)

There is a non-negligible chance that this world was never the original canon to begin with.

The increasing deviations indicate that this reality may be an alternate universe, rather than a perfect recreation of events.

Velnova pulsed with cold realization.

"…Are you telling me this might not even be the same world I knew?"

"Correct. The probability of this being an alternate version of the original timeline is now above 50% and rising. The moment of your reincarnation may have altered the world's structure entirely."

A weight settled in his core.

If that was true, then all his prior assumptions were meaningless. The future was no longer fixed.

Nothing was guaranteed.

"Then what does that mean for me?"

"It means that there is no predetermined future anymore. You are now writing history from scratch."

For the first time since arriving in this world…

Velnova felt something close to excitement.