As the death knell resounded, beyond the Current Circumstances, the ephemeral bubble that had existed for but a single night met its rupture.
Innumerable complex illusions dissipated. In the empty world, the ancient Creator slowly looked back, contemplating all she had created in her life.
Now, everything would pass away with her. This was her final, lingering moment.
When she turned around, she saw the slender figure that had appeared there at some unknown time. A black gown flowed like water upon the ground, with red-gold embroidery outlining intricate crests that conveyed profound mysteries…
So many years had passed, yet she seemed unchanged, her smile just as before.
On closer inspection, it was hard to glimpse her face. One's gaze would simply get lost in that thin halo of light, unable to retain any impression or memory.
But one could feel a solemnity that subdued the Soul.
"Hey, long time no see!"
The woman who appeared suddenly smiled, gesturing with her hand.
