Gravity bore down on me, causing me to feel heavy pressure all over. The sensation of being pulled somewhere caused my consciousness to waver for a brief moment.0

When I came to my senses, it felt as if I had just awoken from a dream. A warm liquid enveloped me, almost cradling me. Slightly dazed, I remained still, keeping my eyes shut.1

Ssshhhhh—0

The sound of liquid draining filled the air, followed by a sudden chill that started from the top of my head and flowed downward. I inhaled sharply as cool air rushed through my nose. Only then did I manage to open my eyes.0

What is this?0

I looked down to find that a faint layer of green liquid still lingered around my waist. It continued to slowly drain away, and my surroundings caught my attention.0

Beyond the glass casing enclosing me, I saw a dimly lit room resembling a laboratory. Glass chambers lined the area, and not just a few. There were so many that they stretched far beyond what my eyes could see.0

Inside the chambers, I spotted angels and climbers submerged in the same green liquid.0

I knew it was a virtual reality.0

Though I hadn’t imagined it would be something like this.3

The sight was so jarring that it left me momentarily stunned. The rows of glass chambers, reminiscent of experimental subjects, felt unnervingly...0