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Gem continued after a few moments of silence. "Anyway, the Control Orb was what the Universe created to counter the Extinction Sphere. At the same time, it was a test."

"A test?" Roan and the others were naturally attracted to his words.

Soul Gem nodded. "The Universe Sentience would have a much better chance of achieving success in destroying the Extinction Sphere if it acted on its own. That said, why would it give the Control Orb to me?"

Rean immediately understood. "Although it was surprising that your formation stopped the Extinction Sphere's growth, it wasn't as if the Universe Conscience cared. It still had no intention of trying to save itself. If I'm not wrong, it gave you the Control Orb as a chance."