Chapter 10
Uralis
I felt a gentle pressure on my arm. “Robert”. I opened my eyes. It was Alia. I was still on the roof, and it was daylight. I had slept there all night. “Are you alright, I have been worried about you? I called your room last night after your meeting with my father, but you didn’t answer so I assumed you were sleeping. Did you spend the night up here? “I guess so. I came up here to think, and must have fallen asleep.” Ah-hah she did think about me last night. Oh well, this was probably for the best. I had to concentrate on today’s trip. “Father is downstairs having breakfast. He sent me to find you. You and he need to leave soon.”
I zoomed downstairs, shaved, showered, changed my clothes, and was at the breakfast room in ten minutes flat. I felt energized. Could it be that I finally got enough sleep, or was I turning into an adrenaline junky? “That was fast,” Lodi said. “Sit down and eat. You didn’t have to rush. Alia tells me you slept on the roof. I have spent many nights up there myself. The sky is beautiful, and the smells and sounds of the forest are so relaxing.”
As we ate, Alia said she would be leaving soon as well. Her advanced music class was giving a concert and she needed to help them prepare for it. After breakfast we all went to the flight deck room next to the kitchen. I knew about this room, but had never been in it. The collection of vehicles there would have made even Jay Leno envious. There was a large elevator pad in the middle of the room. Lodi and I boarded his craft and Alia hers. They maneuvered both ships onto the elevator pad and it raised to the rooftop. From there we took off to go our separate ways.
The trip to Uralis was a leisurely one, compared to the light speed trip from Tora. On the way Lodi told me a fantastic tale about the ancient civilization that preceded his. “Last night I explained to you that your trip here had been predestined. Well, you aren’t the only one who has been guided to Silva. Let me tell you how our early ancestors happened to settle here.
They were members of a space faring race from a nearby solar system. Interdimensional travel was unknown to them at the time, yet they were reasonably advanced both technologically and spiritually. Most of their home planet was becoming uninhabitable due to misuse of natural resources many generations earlier. Attempts to clean up the environment had been started too late, and both global warming and pollution seemed irreversible. A small group of scientists and visionaries set out on a very long voyage to find a suitable planet for colonization.
After several years in space their propulsion unit failed and left them stranded. They drifted more years until both food, oxygen, and other supplies were getting dangerously low. Most of the crew and passengers had resigned themselves to their inevitable impending doom in the far reaches of empty space. The command center had long been abandoned and no one bothered to look out the view ports, as doing so only reinforced the feeling of isolation. Suddenly one day these view ports became brightly illuminated. People all over the ship looked outside. What they saw seemed to be a miracle. The ship was in a low orbit circling the planet Silva. Using shuttles they traveled to the planet surface and discovered it had been abandoned long ago by a very advanced civilization.
Detailed accounts of this ancient race were left behind, as was a wealth of technology including their secrets for interdimensional travel. The name Silva had been given to the planet by this previous civilization. They were known as Phelysians. Silva’s new colony thrived and studied the records and artifacts left behind. Generations later after learning about the concept of interdimensional travel as presented in old Phelysian records it was determined that a dimension shift was the most logical explanation for their transition from empty space to the orbit around Silva. The question was, how did this happen. There were many theories about strange unsubstantiated phenomena such as worm holes, discontinuities in the fabric of the space-time continuum, etc. The problem was, the probability of their ship being in the right place at the right time for any chance occurrence resulting in such a perfect orbit around Silva, was infinitely unlikely.
This remained a mystery for many thousands of years, as well as the mystery of the apparent sudden departure of the Phelysians. It was known from the initial colonization period that the moon Uralis had been a sacred place. There were temples of worship there, and of course the unusual triangular shape of its only continent. Old records showed that the only natural land mass on Uralis was the single huge mountain which had resulted from earlier volcanic activity. There had been a huge shallow underwater plain surrounding the mountain from which the land forming the continent was dredged. The Phelysians named this continent Phelysia. It is believed that it was named after their planet or nation of origin. The significance of the triangular shape is not clear, but it seems to be symbolic of something similar to the Earth’s trinity concept, or the triangular representation of the Great Pyramids.
About ten thousand years after colonizing Silva our ancestors discovered how to restore the Phelysian’s interdimensional travel equipment. They then began exploring other dimensions. They learned about, and subsequently joined the Federation. Shortly after joining the Federation, a similar moral dilemma developed as the one which caused Ian to bring you to Tora. Rules were violated, and Silva was cast out of the Federation. Silvans flourished here on their own without the Federation, and began to place a stronger emphasis on spiritual rather than scientific development.
Only after the visitation of the spiritual beings I told you about, did Silvans learn what happened to the Phelysians. These beings told them that the Phelysians reached such an advanced spiritual development the entire population was given an opportunity to be translated into the spiritual realm directly without waiting for physical death.
They were also told that the Phelysians had been allowed to develop planet monitoring equipment and between dimensions travel in order to help with spirit interventions. All of this equipment had been stored in a sealed cave deep under Mount Calous on Silva. They were directed to the cave and told that they would be allowed to use this technology as the Phelysians had. Furthermore, they were informed that their early ancestors’ trip through space to the exact point where they could be dimensionally shifted into an orbit around Silva, was definitely not a chance occurrence. It was a result of the same type of intervention you experienced outside the meeting hall on Tora. To this day we have not been told what planet helped the spirit beings bring about that particular intervention which led our ancestors to Silva, we only know there are not many worlds with this capability in our local section of the universe.
This brings me to the subject of our meeting today. I’m not sure what method the spirit beings will use to communicate with us. Usually communications with them is relayed through our planet’s Chief Seer. This procedure is similar to the process called a séance on Earth, although I assure you this is very real communication, and the resulting actions are completely verifiable. I am aware of the poor credibility of spirit communication on Earth. This is due to the fact that the vast majority of the mediums there are frauds and charlatans. I will tell you however that there is valid communication with spirit beings on all habitable planets. In fact some of the most primitive tribes on earth have had very spiritually advanced leaders and medicine men who have been shown how to heal using available natural plants and herbs. A good indication of this is the fact that your planet’s most powerful and technologically superior Pharmaceutical companies have for many years sought out tribal remedies to be patented as if they were some new wonder drug. For instance curare used on poison darts by some of these tribes is now widely used by doctors to stop the heart during open heart surgery. Sadly many of your most well educated scientists are the biggest skeptics. I mention these things not to degrade technically advanced medicine, but to indicate the reality and importance of help from these wonderful beings.”
We were approaching Uralis as Lodi ended this history lesson. I could tell Lodi’s reference to skeptical scientists, although without malice, was in part at least, directed at me. I had to agree. I was very skeptical, and Lodi’s comment the previous night about guardian angels seemed like nonsense to me. I had put my judgments on hold however. After all, if most of my previous scientific views of the universe were wrong, why not my religious views as well.
The decent to Uralis was very exciting. Soon the triangular edges of Phelysia disappeared and the main point of interest was the mountain. Nearly as tall as Mount Calous and with a much broader base, it dominated the landscape. We landed near the base just outside the walls of very large imposing temple courtyard of some kind. It was located on the top of a knoll overlooking a lush tropical forest. The mountain base at this location was a nearly vertical wall of rock, covered with ferns and waterfalls. Both the courtyard walls and the temple itself were made of stone. The architecture reminded me of a cross between the ancient buildings in Egypt, Rome, and Agkor Wat in Cambodia. One big difference was the entire structure looked brand new. I asked if this temple had been recently constructed and Lodi said that it had been built by the Phelysians. The lack of wear had to do with the mild weather, no acid rain, and the stone itself, which had a hardness somewhere between granite and diamond.
The temple gate was almost at ground level and opened into a very wide hallway which encircled the immense circular courtyard. All the way around the courtyard were rooms between the hall and the perimeter wall. This outer hallway reminded me of the one in Lodi’s home. It was well decorated, contained many lighted alcoves and the stone floors were highly polished. We entered the courtyard through one of numerous radial hallways which connected it to the main outer hall. The courtyard itself was similar to an amphitheater or sports arena in that it was bowl shaped. However instead of grandstand seats the bowl wall was a terraced, beautifully landscaped garden, somewhat resembling the tropical forest outside the walls. The central flat area appeared to be grass, and in the middle of it were a group of very comfortable looking chairs arranged in a circle. There was one person in this circle.
As we approached I could see it was a woman. She had long blond hair and wore a lavender robe. When we got closer I recognized her. I was shocked. It was Shelay. She smiled and said, “Hello Robert. I know you must be surprised to see me here. I told Lodi that I would rather explain my function at these meetings to you in person. I hope you don’t mind.” “Of course not Shelay, it’s just unexpected, that’s all. I thought you were still in the house somewhere when we left to come here. Do you usually attend these meetings with Lodi?” “No, most of the time he is otherwise occupied on Silva or some other planet. I believe he explained to you briefly the function of the Chief Seer here on Uralis. Is that correct?” “Yes he did, although I’m not clear on the process. Will the Seer meet with us here?”
“As a matter of fact I am the Seer, Robert, and I will explain the process to you now. I am Silva’s main contact with the particular group of beings responsible for all of our planetary interventions. Lodi and I both are spiritual counselors for the people of Silva. Lodi is in charge of coordinating and implementing interventions, and I am in charge of all communications with the group of beings we work with. Any suggestions for possible needed interventions are routed through me, and I then decide which ones are appropriate and important enough to be passed on for approval. Often we have meetings with our own personnel on Silva to modify these suggestions in a way that they will have a better chance of approval.
Typically other types of communications, including questions concerning the functions of other groups of spirit beings, are discouraged. We have been given the reason that there are enough problems to solve and lessons to be learned by humans, without us worrying to much about the internal workings of Gods ‘administrative staff’. This is also the reason why we are not usually able to remember prior lifetimes. We have all we can handle focusing on our current one. We can discuss all of this later as reincarnation is not a topic for today’s meeting.
Our meeting today will be a very exceptional one. Usually these meetings are requested by Silva, based on our planetary observations, and the communication is conducted when I relay information back and forth in a deep meditative state. When our spirit being partners want to hold a meeting, and it is an important one, I will be asked to go into a deep trance, mentally step aside, and then they will speak directly through me. Today however, they want to interact with the three of us. Also since you don’t have the deep belief system in these beings that all Silvans do, I have been informed that they will appear personally. We will first be allowed to see them in their true spirit forms, and then they will manifest as humans so we will be able to feel more comfortable in their presence. I want you to know that this type of appearance is so rare that there has not been one in many generations. This will be as new to us as it is to you Robert. Do you have any questions before I convene the meeting?”
“No, I don’t.” I said meekly. I was truly terrified, and I could tell by their body language that Shelay and Lodi were just about as nervous as I was. Shelay closed her eyes and we sat in silence for what seemed like an eternity, although I would guess it was less that a minute. I was wondering what would happen next when three brilliantly colored luminescent egg shaped beings gradually materialized a few yards away. The edges of the eggs weren’t distinct and the colors were flowing dynamic streams of light, some of which extended from the eggs in a pulsating manner similar to solar flares. I was mesmerized as I watched this unbelievable light show. Lodi and Shelay seemed equally transfixed. Soon the being in the middle spoke, and with each word the color display changed. I got the distinct impression that this was a visual communication as well as a spoken one.
“We are pleased to be here on Uralis. It has been a very long time since we have personally visited this beautiful moon. You may call me Rama, and my companions Nilu and Zorath.” As soon as the companions names were spoken Rama’s pulsating light patterns clearly indicated which egg was which. “I use these names merely so you can identify us during this meeting. In our spiritual dimension we speak with thought forms and are identified by our appearance. Appearance however, is an inadequate word since we don’t have eyes like you do, however we see and feel each other’s form and colors in a similar manner that humans do when they have vivid dreams or visions.” That said, the three spirit beings quickly changed to human form and took seats facing Lodi, Shelay, and me.
Their human faces looked very perfect and androgynous, however Rama seemed more like a man, and his voice was deep and powerful. He resumed speaking. “I’m sure you all have questions regarding the purpose of this meeting. Let me try to anticipate them and explain the situation. You have each been brought here for a specific purpose. That purpose will become clear to you during this meeting.
I will start at the beginning for your sake Robert since most of this is new to you. When the Interdimensional Federation was created, the motivation was for the greater good of humanity, and to protect the less technically advanced civilizations from being bullied and even exterminated by the cruel or thoughtless acts of more advanced planets. Compared to other human institutions this is a very ancient, and overall successful organization. In general the controlling body consists of honest men and women who are trying to maintain the original level of ethics and standards set by the creators of the Federation. Unfortunately long ago a few corrupt members twisted the interpretation of the rules to further their own financial gain. I believe you are all aware of this fact. We have allowed the corruption to continue as the Federation benefits to most planets have far outweighed the harm done. Also we have performed a number of our own interventions to help minimize the spread of this corruption. Our hope was that it would eventually be discovered and eliminated by the honest Federation members.
There have been recent developments however, which have caused us to initiate more drastic measures. As you know, these dishonest people have been trading readily available low cost Federation goods for items that are very scarce and in high demand on most Federation planets such as certain gemstones and precious metals. It has come to our attention Robert, that on your planet, weapon grade Plutonium will soon be traded for diamonds. This material will be brokered by terrorists whose only allegiance is to the highest bidder. There will be very wealthy countries and individuals involved in this bidding who want to develop weapons of mass destruction for their own selfish financial or political gain.
The reason Plutonium is so readily available in the Federation is that it is widely used for peaceful, power generating applications. Earth however has not yet learned how to safely use any nuclear power, and many of Earth’s nations are still far too warlike to be entrusted with its use. We would have intervened on this issue long ago except learning how to deal with weapons of mass destruction and their consequences is part of the normal development of a planet’s governing bodies. Our concern now is that this careless interference in Earth’s balance of power could cause the destruction of the entire planet. This is especially unacceptable since the Federation is an organization created to help protect less fortunate worlds, not to destroy them. Our intent is to expose this corruption and let the Federation deal with its dishonest members. The plan is in motion and you have already witnessed the sudden unrest caused by Robert’s presence and perceived assassination.
Robert, you have been specifically selected to help us in this cause for a number of reasons. Since you are a native of Earth your presence has already created considerable interest in your world. This will increase interdimensional visits by many federation planets, and these dangerous transactions may be noticed and connected to the guilty parties. In addition, as an M.I.T. graduate with a PhD in Physics you have connections and friends in the field of nuclear physics who can help locate Plutonium which comes from another dimension. It will have a unique signature which you will learn to identify. Of course since you are officially considered dead on Earth we will have to conceal your true identity. The last and most important reason you have been selected is that we plan to accelerate your scientific and spiritual training to better equip you for this mission, and we are confident you have the required mental flexibility. After your training you will be placed in charge of most of the plan implementation on Earth, and much of it in the Federation. This will be explained in detail later. Please don’t worry that you won’t be able to handle all of this. In general we have a much better knowledge of your capabilities and limitations than you do.
Lodi, you will be in charge of overall plan coordination as you usually are. In addition we expect both you and Shelay to provide Robert with access to any and all resources on Silva which he feels are necessary to carry out his part of the plan, and to assist with his accelerated learning goals.
Shelay, you will continue with your usual role as our main communication link, however due to the complexity and urgency of this intervention, you may be called upon at odd hours for special meetings. Also, we have sufficient confidence in the honesty of all three of you that if the need arises to communicate with any one of you regarding plan changes or new directives, the other two will treat this relayed information as if hearing it from us directly. In addition, if any of you feel the need to speak with us immediately, I will be Robert’s contact, Nilu will be Shelay’s, and Zorath Lodi’s. We will instruct each of you as to how to assure this immediate contact.
That is our plan. If there are any questions, now is the time to ask them. Of course we will have regular meetings as new conditions warrant them.” No one had any questions and Rama resumed speaking. “Now, if there are no objections, it is our intention to have Robert accompany us to our dimension and begin his spiritual training. Shelay looked amazed and said, “I didn’t know humans could enter your dimension while still alive, and then be able to return to the physical world. Rama replied, “ It is a rare occurrence, but we feel this case warrants it. There are many thousands of planets affected by the Federation, and we need to affect these changes as soon as possible.”
We all got up and I said goodbye to Lodi and Shelay. I felt a tingling sensation similar to the feeling on Tora when Baylor performed his magic trick in front of the meeting hall in Elan. I looked down a saw that my human form was being replaced with a luminescent egg, although not nearly as colorful and spectacular as my three new acquaintances.