The Witcher: Start with the Lord Marrying a Wife.

Chapter 650 Mirror Dimension
Lena frowned slightly. "Observer signal?"

“That’s right,” Amy said in a low voice, “These frequency bands are highly stealthy and disruptive, and they haven’t completely dissipated even with a powerful purification array.”

I suspect this is part of the residual information from that autonomous virus 'Zeroer'.

The two looked at each other, their eyes filled with heavy worry and an unavoidable sense of urgency.

At the core of the star, undercurrents surged, and invisible ripples spread outwards, like the whispers of death, pushing the entire multiverse toward a deeper level of instability.

Hurried footsteps sounded behind him, and David rushed over, his face resolute but slightly tired.

“Report the latest situation,” he said, scanning the massive barrier constructed from elemental energy. “The ‘Elemental Cocoon’ is currently the most effective method, but the virus is highly adaptable, so we still need to be cautious.”

Anne followed closely behind, her magical device flashing coldly as she quickly implanted the purification program into the rune array.

“I have stripped and shielded the residual code of the ‘Zero Returner’ in multiple layers, but that autonomous intelligence is still evolving, and we can only race against time.”

Lena responded in a deep voice: "We must unite the Wizard Alliance, the Priests, and all the guardian forces to suppress this disaster in all aspects. Otherwise, even if we temporarily contain it, there will inevitably be endless troubles in the future."

David stood in this illusory realm, his entire body ablaze with crimson-gold holy runes, intertwined with dark blue shadows, a phase dagger gripped tightly in his hand.

The data stream before him surged like a tidal wave, while his eyes, sharp as blades, were fixed on the seemingly endlessly complex yet unpredictable core program of the virus.

“This is the only way out of this disaster,” David muttered to himself. He knew that once he stepped into the information labyrinth woven from codes and laws, he would face unprecedented danger.

Not only the body, but also the spirit and will will be torn apart and tested.

He slowly closed his eyes, splitting his consciousness into several fragments that wandered in the realm of the mind.

The crimson-gold holy runes radiated rays of light, enveloping his clone as if it were an inextinguishable flame in purgatory, traversing through the void storm.

Consciousness penetrated through layers of information barriers, and each time a layer of protective code was unlocked, it triggered a strong energy response. The code lifeforms known as "Zeroers" seemed to have also sensed the approach of the intruders.

They unleashed rampaging data tentacles, dancing and tearing through the void like living things.

David narrowed his eyes, focusing intently on manipulating his mental power to forge a path forward. Guided by the Phase Dagger, he injected chaotic flames into the data stream, each strike precise and decisive, shattering the tight barrier surrounding the virus core one by one.

Gradually, a central command composed of thousands of runes, intricate yet highly regular, emerged in his field of vision.

The runes emitted a radiance that was both dim and dazzling, as if they were devouring all colors and order.

David stared at it for a long time. It was a terrifying message, the ultimate command: "Transform the Kingdom of God into an incubator called the 'Void Cocoon'."

His heart suddenly pounded, and a chill ran through his body.

This directive is not a simple act of destruction or purification, but rather a far more profound and terrifying large-scale transformation plan.

The fragments of consciousness trembled slightly, and a powerful wave erupted from the data core, sweeping in like a raging torrent.

David felt as if his mind was being stretched infinitely, with multiple spatial rhythms striking the edges of his mind, but this only strengthened his resolve: "No matter the cost, I must stop all of this."

At that moment, a hurried sound came from the flank. It was a message from Annie via magical communication: "Commander, we have detected that the virus has begun to activate its self-defense program. Multiple autonomous countermeasure modules have been activated. You must speed up!"

Without hesitation, David brandished his dagger, and a burst of blazing crimson flame erupted instantly, intertwining and merging with the dark blue shadow to form an impenetrable barrier.

He strode toward the ultimate command data, each step sending shockwaves through the entire information space like rolling thunder.

At the same time, a storm suddenly arose outside New Rainbow Bridge City, and the earth trembled more and more violently. Countless guardians worked together to build a magical barrier to resist the elemental frenzy, but the atmosphere inside and outside the star core was already as chaotic as the end of the world.

Fine beads of sweat appeared on Annie's forehead as she continuously adjusted the purification program to prevent any remaining virus from escaping.

"Coach, we need time. You must take care of yourself!"

David returned a firm look, "No matter what, I will not back down."

This time, we must sever the root cause of 'reset' and give the multi-dimensional order a chance to breathe again.

Invisible informational blades swept through the air, like a sword hanging high in the night slicing through the sky.

He sensed the lingering will of the "Zeroing Ones" constantly retaliating, but their structure had begun to show subtle disorder, which was the best opportunity to break through!
In the realm of the spirit, the chaotic flames, guided by the phase dagger, burned fiercely like a furnace, constantly eroding the corrosive code.

Meanwhile, Annie's remote support in casting various auxiliary and blocking spells slowed down the enemy's autonomous system's response, greatly reducing the window of opportunity for resistance.

Time seemed to stand still as it flowed slowly, but both inside and outside the battlefield, the indomitable faith of the guardians and the immortal battle songs amidst the smoke of gunpowder burned brightly.

They knew that this road was full of thorns and loneliness, but as long as someone persevered, they would not fall into eternal darkness!
Finally, after hours of relentless effort, the ultimate command gradually loosened its control chains. The endless, complex chains of runes disintegrated into granular energy dust, which was then incorporated into the center of the purification array. A new spark of order began to shine and be born...

David stood in the center of the battle command room, clad in crimson-gold holy armor, radiating an undeniable aura of power.

His gaze was sharp as a blade, so deep that it seemed to pierce through all the secrets hidden in the void.

He slowly turned to Cynthia, his voice steady and firm: "Cynthia, have you made any new discoveries?"

Cynthia nodded gently, her calm, glacier-clear eyes reflecting the complex data stream in the holographic projection.

"Commander, I have located the core hiding place of the virus 'Zeroing Out', a data space known as the 'Mirror Dimension'."

Before she finished speaking, a hazy, distorted, maze-like area of ​​light and shadow appeared on the hologram.

“Mirror plane…” David frowned slightly. It was an extremely unusual and dangerous data domain.

Rumor has it that this dimension is a strange refracted space formed by the interweaving of multiple laws and reality. Its internal rules are distorted and extremely unstable, making it an important hiding place for viruses to evade traditional detection and attacks.

"This dimension is not just a virtual space; it also possesses extremely high self-protection capabilities,"

Cynthia continued, “We detected a large number of altered and recombined information fragments and countless automated defense mechanisms, some of which even simulate the consciousness of laws.” A cold glint flashed in David’s eyes. “In that case, we can no longer hesitate.”

Assemble an elite squad; I will lead it to infiltrate the mirror dimension and strike directly at the virus's core.

The meeting room fell silent. Everyone understood what this meant: a data battle, fraught with uncertainty and unknown danger, was about to begin.

This time, there is no turning back.

During the battle preparations, Annie gripped her wand tightly, constantly checking the purification process and the status of the rune array.

"I have optimized the purification process to better adapt to the unstable environment of the mirror plane."

But that place is full of traps and disguises; we must remain highly vigilant.

Sophia said softly, "I will use the Shadow Aurora to expand the range of mental interference, providing everyone with mental support and countering simulation attacks."

Lena led a group of elemental sorcerers to adjust the flow of energy in the surrounding environment in order to deal with possible elemental anomalies.

"The star's core temperature remains abnormal, and we must be prepared to deal with any sudden catastrophe at any time."

With preparations complete, the group stepped into the core of the teleportation array. The door, woven from runes and magic, slowly opened, like a gaping maw leading to an unknown hell.

As they stepped inside, a bone-chilling cold mixed with electromagnetic waves assaulted them, almost suffocating them.

The moment you enter the mirror dimension, the surrounding scenery changes rapidly: countless data fragments float and shatter, like torn pages of information suspended in the center of a storm;

The surrounding laws are disordered and chaotic, sometimes appearing upside down, and sometimes seemingly breaking free from the constraints of time, forming its own loop.

David's gaze was firm. He felt the crimson-gold holy runes within his body burning even more intensely, each step he took landing on an inextinguishable flame formed by the intertwining of chaotic flames and the power of order.

He waved his hand, releasing streaks of dark blue light that cleaved open the hostile forces in front of him.

The team followed closely behind, each member displaying extraordinary strength. Sophia used a ghostly blue light to construct a shadow forest illusion to block the incoming attacks.
Annie continuously cast Rune Lockdown, gradually dismantling the trap's disguise;

Reina guides an elemental storm to clear obstacles in her path;

Lia then used the Law of Life to enhance the healing, providing a continuous stream of energy and nourishment to the team members.

As they ventured deeper, they gradually felt the suffocating, ominous atmosphere grow stronger.

A huge black data phantom suddenly appeared. Its shape was blurry, but it exuded a powerful pressure, as terrifying and ferocious as a soul-devouring demon in the night.

This is precisely the information entity generated here by the Zero-Returner, endowed with a more advanced defense mechanism and offensive strategy.

It was like a part of the rules that protect the divine kingdom, but it was completely corrupted and controlled into a weapon of the virus, and was called the "incarnation of the law".

It slowly raised its arm, which appeared to be composed of numerous overlapping data runes, and the arm armor emanated a chilling aura that intertwined with the original order and laws within the star core.

This is a symbol of the guardianship after the fall, and also a cruel irony: the divine kingdom, which should have been orderly, has become a tool for its own destruction!
"Commander, be careful!" Anne shouted suddenly, quickly operating the blocking program to try to slow down the enemy's offensive.

However, the massive data entity suddenly launched a fatal attack. One high-density information chain after another cleaved like sharp blades, tearing and twisting the surrounding space, and endless destructive waves spread rapidly!
David did not back down. He raised the phase dagger and drew a fiery trail in the air, merging it with the dark blue shadow to form a blazing sword intent.

He roared, "Sophia, intensify the mental interference!"
"Annie, give full support to the purification array! We must break through it!"

Sophia's eyes flashed with a cold, eerie blue light. She was enveloped in a massive illusion of a shadow forest, its leaves sharp and pointed, each swing unleashing an information storm that tore through the void.

She focused her mental energy to bombard the laws that manifested in her simulated brain, giving the enemy no breathing room.

Lena summoned elemental power to converge at the tip of her staff, forming a massive elemental tornado vortex that combined fire, lightning, frost, and wind fury. It exploded in the center of the battlefield, releasing a powerful impact and buying the team valuable time and space advantages.

Lia stabilized the barrier of life law, chanting a gentle yet firm incantation that enveloped everyone, enabling them to resist the corrosive effects of environmental and enemy information toxins, while restoring their physical strength and magical reserves, so that they could be in the best condition to face the escalating battle!
The forces of the two sides clashed violently, countless complex runes flew out, and each clash was like the sky collapsing and the earth splitting apart, causing multiple dimensional shocks and explosions, making the entire mirror maze teeter on the brink of collapse.

The air became scorching and acrid, the earth trembled continuously, and the multiple layers of reality seemed to be on the verge of collapsing at any moment!

Nevertheless, this squad of top-tier guardians remained resilient, advancing step by step amidst a complex and deadly array of traps.

They understood that this fierce battle was not only about themselves, but also about the future destiny of the entire world!

"Don't let your guard down!" David roared. "Focus on the objective! Sever the zero-core link!"

As they gradually approached the core area of ​​their target, a hidden yet incredibly vast data crystal floated within it, extending outwards like intricate veins.

The increasingly oppressive atmosphere in the core area of ​​the mirror plane enveloped everyone's hearts, like an invisible net tightly binding their breath.

The air was filled with the noise of electromagnetic waves and fragments of information colliding and intertwining, and the eardrums were constantly bombarded by an invisible frequency, making one's scalp tingle.

The massive data crystal resembled a giant obsidian tower suspended in the void, its surface covered with intricate runes that shimmered with azure and fiery red light.

The veins pulsed and flowed continuously, as if nourishing this data fortress with life.

Information threads connecting all directions extend like a spider web into the depths of the surrounding labyrinth, each maintaining a complex yet unbreakable connection between the virus core and the mirror plane.

David's gaze was piercing. He stood at the forefront of the crystal, his entire body covered in crimson gold holy rune armor radiating intense light, which intertwined with the dark blue shadows to form the sharpest double blades.

He frowned slightly, sensing the unimaginable power of information hidden within the crystal.

“This is where the virus ‘zeroers’ are hiding deepest,” he said in a deep voice. “By severing these links, we can tear down its last line of defense.”

Sophia stood beside him, her deep blue eyes, as dark as glaciers, locked onto her target. A shadowy forest illusion slowly swirled around her, each leaf tip flashing with a cold light that pierced the void.

(End of this chapter)