�Mourning Sensation?�

�200 years ago, a scholar conducted an experiment on a death row inmate. It was called Soul Electrolysis. It�s a hypothesis that if a person�s soul is made of matter, it can be decomposed using electricity. Here�s how. The inmate was put in a sealed, electrically conductive metal box� Then he let the electrical current flow. However, because it was so inhumane, the experiment was put to an end. Thanks to that, the death row inmate survived, but it was said that he was unconscious for a month. The problem starts there. When the inmate finally woke up, they knew everything that went on in the outside world.�

�No way. How is that possible?�

�That�s what was so surprising. The scholar put up a hypothesis about Soul Ionization. When the soul was electrolyzed, an electromagnetic force would be generated, causing the world�s information to be attracted and pulled into the inmate. Of course, the scholar was treated like a lunatic in academia. Besides, there were rumors that the criminal bribed the guards to get outside information just to push back his execution.�

��I see, so there are experiments like that.�

�Although orthodox scholars don�t like to admit it, it�s still a hot topic in the psychic science community. Besides, even the S�ance, which is a formal religious organization, recognizes the trance state. Therefore, I don�t think Soul Ionization is some groundless, absurd theory. Anyways, the sensation the inmate felt, we call it the Mourning Sensation in this field.�

Thinking he might be going through the same thing as the inmate, Shirone felt shivers run down his spine.

�Okay, it�s my turn now.�

Yiruki took over the discussion.

�I have a question. You said you started feeling the Mourning Sensation after the Speed Gun? Your Photon Output was certainly different than usual. If it�s a secret, you don�t have to reveal anything, but I think it�ll be helpful if we hear about it.�

Shirone felt that Yiruki was right. They had to know the cause if they wanted to get anything done.

�What happened was��

Shirone explained the process of reaching the Infinite Realm in detail.

The enlightenment he discovered during the Sequence method, and the fact that he transcended numbers under the pressure of the match.

Yiruki nodded his head. He had already heard about the concept from his father.

�It�s an Immortal Function.�

�Immortal Function?�

�I heard about it when I was young. It�s the Absolute Function that can solve the world�s mysteries. I think that�s very dangerous. Because everything is phenomenally the same as nothing.�

Shirone realized anew how dangerous his attempt was as Yiruki�s words were somewhat similar to Ethella�s.

�I only theorized and thought about it, but I didn�t think it�d actually work. It�s something I don�t want to experience again.�

Yiruki laughed.

�What stupidity are you talking about? Achieving an Immortal Function is a dream come true for mathematicians. I accept it now. If you can beat me, you should be able to at least achieve an Immortal Function. Kekeke.�

Yiruki, who thought of the Immortal Function as a simple talent, truly showcased why he was labeled an eccentric. However, it was that laid-back attitude that lowered Shirone�s anxiety level.

�Well anyways, Immortal Function you say? Hmm, that clears things up.�

�Really? Did you figure something out?�

Yiruki turned to the wall. It was as if he was writing formulas using his eyes.

�I don�t know much about the Mourning Sensation since I don�t major in psychics, but the nightmares you�re having every day? I can kind of understand what it is and why you even dream of such a thing.�

Shirone clenched his fist.

�Tell me. I�m prepared to hear anything.�

�First of all, dreams distort and exaggerate memories. But your dream is probably projected exactly as your memory. This phenomenon is called psychological regression, and it follows the same principle as someone under hypnosis trying to remember clearly their past. Anyways, supposing your nightmares are of that kind, then�� JrNovels.com