[I'm sure you've come across a similar case before. I've felt your presence inside this space.]
There was a pause as though the book was waiting for them to respond or process what it had been saying. A few seconds passed, and seeing that none of them voiced their thoughts, it continued.
[You've met a similar being like me]
There was no questioning in its tone, only certainty.
Rise, who was slightly startled earlier and had gone into brief thought, finally spoke a word.
"World Consciousness? "
Although he was actually certain in his heart, his tone still had a hint of probing. This, in essence, gave it more room for it to explain more.
[Yes] It replied quickly.
This time, both Kamille and Rise exchanged a glance. They were not too surprised, but somehow, it raised more questions. But they did not need to guess, they could ask directly.
