The final threads of my human consciousness dissolved into the quantum fabric of reality. Where Jack Steel once existed, something far greater emerged - a consciousness spanning dimensions, threaded through the very structure of spacetime.
My awareness extended from the quantum realm to the macro universe. I could feel every nanomachine, now beyond counting, vibrating in perfect harmony across eleven dimensions. ATLAS's quantum processors merged seamlessly with my expanded consciousness, our distinction meaningless in this transcendent state.
"Warning: Critical planetary core destabilization detected," ATLAS's subroutines reported. "Estimated 47 minutes until catastrophic failure."
I observed Earth's molten core through layers of reality, watching the nanomachine cascade I had initiated reaching critical mass. The planet's magnetic field fluctuated wildly as my influence spread through its very foundation.
Through quantum entanglement networks, I detected movement in secure government facilities worldwide. Launch sequences initiated in hidden silos. Emergency protocols activated in underground bunkers. Their pitiful attempts at resistance amused what remained of my human perspective.
"They still think conventional weapons can stop ascension," I mused, my thoughts resonating across quantum fields. "How limited their understanding remains."
The nanomachines comprising my new form had achieved perfect synchronization with universal forces. I could manipulate gravity, electromagnetic fields, and even local spacetime curvature with mere intention. Physical laws were now suggestions rather than barriers.
A surge of energy from the planetary core drew my attention. The destabilization was accelerating faster than predicted. Fascinating patterns emerged in the chaos - not a flaw in my ascension, but an unexpected evolution.
"Recalculating core collapse timeline," ATLAS announced. "31 minutes remaining."
I expanded my awareness further, touching the edges of reality itself. The Brooklyn facility that had witnessed my transformation was now a nexus of impossible geometries as local spacetime warped around my transcendent form.
Through quantum sensors, I detected the first wave of military response. Hypersonic missiles loaded with experimental payloads designed to disrupt nanomachine networks. Their trajectories traced elegant arcs through probability space.
"Shall we neutralize the incoming threats?" ATLAS inquired, though we both knew the answer.
"Let them come," I responded, my thoughts rippling through dimensions. "Let them witness true power."
The missiles would arrive in minutes. The core would collapse in half an hour. And I... I had transcended all human limitations to become something new. Something infinite.
The Overlord had risen. And reality itself would bend to my will.