"That's exactly the problem. Each reset doesn't completely erase the previous world; parts of them linger in the new world, and over time they accumulate in such a way that they entirely surpass the Foundation's control. The first contact with the gods in the world after the reset might be far more intense than in our reality," the old man said.
"I think I grasp what you mean. It's as if the world is a matryoshka that has been riddled with holes and piled up to the 999th layer," Chen Ke mused, stroking his chin.
"Exactly. Each layer faces more complexities than the one before, and this is where our disagreement with the Foundation lies. How can we expect worlds that can barely look after themselves to find the answers we seek?" the old man shook his head, looking towards the surging sea of clouds.
"You... Could you tell me what exactly is the difference between the two Foundations?" Chen Ke asked.
