Cultivator vs. Galaxy: Rebirth in a World of Mechas

Chapter 15: ch-15 Quantum Entanglement Module.

She had snow-white hair and equally white eyes. Her skin was pale and perfect, glowing faintly with ethereal energy. Though not as breathtaking as Elsa’s, Ascendency possessed a haunting, elegant beauty of her own. Though her true form was that of pure energy, she had shaped herself into a physical form by her own free will.

"Yes, Master," she said formally, her voice cool and calm, her presence reserved—yet beneath her composed tone lingered a trace of curiosity that neither William nor Elsa missed.

But they chose not to comment.

"Ascendency," William said, his voice firm, "Activate our deep detection equipment. Scan the surrounding star systems. Begin searching for any signs of intelligent life—civilizations, technology, anomalies. Report immediately upon finding anything."

"At once, Master," Ascendency replied, bowing her head slightly.

With that, the mighty ship Ragnarök began to stir, its systems awakening, its scanners spreading like invisible wings across the stars—ready to begin a new era of exploration.

The Ragnarök was not merely a ship—it was a transcendental construct of divine-level engineering, equipped with a full arsenal of scanning and detection systems that operated on the edge of known science and metaphysics.

These modules were not just powerful—they represented the peak of technological mastery across countless civilizations, collected and refined by William himself over eons.

William was not a scientist in the traditional sense. But when one reaches the true limits of what is possible—and even surpasses those limits to become an eternal being—feats like this become almost effortless. His mind had transcended mortal boundaries.

It could contain all known knowledge in existence without strain. And knowledge, after all, is fundamental—a gateway, a path.

William, despite his godlike nature and eternal existence, remained a devoted admirer of science fiction. Through the ages, this fascination never waned. It’s no surprise, then, that over countless eras, he didn’t just master technology—he perfected it, pushing it to its ultimate limits.

Among the most sophisticated of these systems was the Quantum Entanglement Module.

This module operated on the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics: when two particles are entangled, changes to one instantaneously affect the other, regardless of distance. Harnessing this phenomenon, the module created a vast entanglement web—a network of quantum-linked nodes that could, in theory, stretch across an entire galaxy... or even the multiverse, assuming sufficient infrastructure and energy were available.

But its true power lay in how it searched for life.

Every living being emits a unique quantum signature—a resonance pattern born from the intricacies of their biology and consciousness. The Quantum Entanglement Module was capable of detecting these disturbances within the quantum field, scanning for known lifeforms, civilizations, or even rare consciousness patterns that might signal ancient or exotic entities.

Next, there was the Aegis Array.

A defense-oriented module, the Aegis Array constantly monitored not just nearby space, but entire star systems, for threats. It detected cloaked vessels, dormant weapons, and stealth anomalies—anything that could pose danger, regardless of its camouflage. It was more than just a detection grid; it was a shield of awareness, an ever-vigilant eye against the dark.

Then came the Grav-3 Lens, or the Gravitational Event Lens.

This module specialized in detecting gravitational and temporal anomalies. Whether it was the collapse of a subspace corridor, the emergence of a wormhole, or the proximity of a vessel hidden near a black hole, the Grav-3 Lens could perceive it. It also mapped subspace fractures, folds, or distortions in spacetime—key elements for detecting advanced propulsion systems or remnants of ancient dimensional travel.

These three modules were the crown jewels of the Ragnarök’s scanning suite. While other systems existed, none matched the impact and significance of these.

Upon receiving William’s command, Ascendency began the activation sequence.

Invisible to the naked eye, waves of energy pulsed from the Ragnarök, expanding outward in synchronized bursts. These quantum fluctuations surged across space, enveloping the surrounding void with delicate, interconnected pulses—like the silken threads of a vast cosmic web.

The ship sat silently at the edge of a massive asteroid field, where it had recently emerged from slipspace. As the scanning waves propagated outward, data streams began appearing across the command hall’s translucent displays. A chorus of holographic readings, charts, and images materialized in the air.

The initial sweep completed moments later.

William and Elsa studied the results.

This was a binary star system, featuring two radiant suns orbiting each other in an elegant cosmic dance. But aside from the celestial beauty, the system was utterly barren. No planets bore life, no satellites held civilizations, and no artificial structures were detected. The only signatures were geological—rich veins of exotic alloys and minerals scattered across the system’s inner asteroid belts and rogue planetary remnants.

A flicker of mild disappointment crossed Elsa’s face.

"So... a dead system?" she asked.

William nodded, calm and thoughtful.

"For now. But even barren worlds have their purpose. Resources... staging points... or clues to what came before."

Elsa shrugged playfully."Well, I hope the next one has something more exciting. I’m itching for a little chaos."

William smirked.

"Don’t worry. Silence never lasts in the universe. And in a galaxy like this? Chaos isn’t the exception—it’s the rhythm everything dances to."

As William and Elsa spoke, the Ragnarök’s detection systems surged in power—its scanning field expanding at a pace that could only be described as astonishing.

In the span of just a few breaths—no more than two or three—the advanced detection modules had already swept an area nearly 11 light-years in diameter.

And yet... nothing.

No signs of life.No civilizations.Not even derelict infrastructure or ancient remnants of travel.Only silence.

Even Ascendency, normally composed and analytical, was visibly perplexed. She turned toward the command seats, her voice edged with curiosity and mild unease.

"Why are all twenty-two star systems within this sector completely empty of life signs?" she asked. "Not a single trace of habitation, technology, or construction... and yet these systems are abundant in resources—refined alloys, rare minerals, and mana-rich zones. Two of them even possess stable, naturally occurring mana fields."

Elsa frowned as she heard this and leaned forward, her emerald eyes narrowing with thought.

"That is strange," she said, before glancing at William beside her. "William... is it possible we’ve entered a universe that’s only just beginning its life cycle?"

Her tone was skeptical, laced with doubt—but not without reason. After all, several of the star systems scanned so far did have planets capable of sustaining life. And the fact that so many systems were rich in valuable materials made the absence of any mining operations—or even primitive settlements—all the more baffling.

"It’s not just empty," Elsa continued, "It’s... pristine. As if no one’s ever been here."

William remained silent for a long moment, his eyes fixed on the growing web of data in front of him. The galactic map showed one lifeless system after another, every one marked by plentiful resources, but not a single trace of activity.

Then he finally spoke, his voice low.

"It’s not impossible. Some universes begin their evolutionary arc later than others. But even then, there should be something—primitive life, random colonies, nomadic fleets scavenging for resources..."

He shook his head.

"This kind of silence feels... unnatural."

Ascendency tilted her head, analyzing the data again.

"Should I continue the scan at a higher range, Master?"

William nodded slowly."Yes. Expand to thirty light-years. Let’s see how far this stillness stretches."

Elsa leaned back in her seat, her thoughts unsettled.