After the Lord of the Abyss Awakens - Chapter 25.2

Luo Jie was very happy that the child he had saved back then could grow up and achieve today’s accomplishments.

A few years ago, it was also because of Eilinson’s request for help that he came to the Aust Empire and learned about the specific situation of the Aust Empire.

— Severe subspace-ification, and the contamination of the royal bloodline by the otherworld god of subspace.

Yes, this location of the Aust Empire had been locked onto by an otherworld god from the subspace.

The otherworld god that the king wanted to summon back then was about to arrive uninvited, bringing his crazy divine kingdom.

The high-level councilors of the Continental Human Alliance were aware of this matter and had long given up on intervening. So before the invasion of the Divine Kingdom of Light, the attitude of that white-bearded councilor was ambiguous, implying that dying early or late was the same. Your Aust Empire had been targeted by an otherworld god, and there wasn’t much national fortune to speak of. Compared to waiting to be destroyed by an otherworld god, it might be more dignified to choose to be destroyed by the God of Light.

However, the mid-level councilors of the Continental Human Alliance did not know the thoughts of the high-level officials. A few young councilors were investigating the Aust Empire, especially investigating everywhere under the guise of re-establishing friendly relations. They still thought that the Aust Empire might not know their own country’s situation.

Of course, their investigation was not to solve the problem, but more to record.

To record the various manifestations of an empire on the eve of its destruction, perhaps as research, or as experience, for future reference.

The arrival of that crazy divine kingdom might be in one or two years, or maybe ten or several decades, no one knew.

Before Eilinson came, the young councilor belonging to the Truth Society of the Continental Human Alliance wanted to tell her some research results. She shook her head, only saying that she already knew, which shocked the other party.

If the invasion of the Divine Kingdom of Light was an S-level national crisis, then the invasion of the crazy divine kingdom would be an SS-level national crisis.

She had long been aware of this.

Eilinson said to Luo Jie, “Her Majesty’s idea is to evacuate the citizens, but because of the poor relations between the empire and neighboring countries, even if we want to evacuate the citizens, we can’t find a place to accommodate so many people.”

The population of the Aust Empire was nearly 40 million. Trying to evacuate 40 million people, to move an entire country, was by no means a simple matter. It involved many diplomatic issues, and even more complex class interest relationships.

In a sense, civil administration was more troublesome than military rule.

Eilinson continued, “According to my research, the arrival should be more than ten years later, but in less than three years, the empire’s territory will become uninhabitable due to severe subspace-ification and severe pollution.”

Luo Jie nodded, his judgment was about the same timeframe.

This was something that even the imperial military didn’t know about, because telling them would definitely cause panic. Even the legion commanders only knew that the Aust Empire’s territory was polluted and the royal bloodline was cursed, but they were not clear that an otherworld god was about to arrive.

“The military thinks that the Eldest Princess’s expedition into subspace is just to seize the opportunity of the era and grab new energy sources, but in reality, it’s more about–“

Eilinson looked up, emphasizing, “Finding a way to save the country. Additionally, Sarah speculates that the ‘new energy source’ might be a powerful means to combat the otherworld god.”

Luo Jie paused, because he knew what “new energy source” Eilinson was referring to

It was electricity.

He certainly knew, as all heroes did, because they all came from that era. But they couldn’t speak of that knowledge. Once spoken, it would be blocked by the world, becoming mad knowledge in others’ ears. Any means of transmission would be ineffective, and might even attract anomalies.

They had tried various methods back then.

Secondly, unfortunately, none of them specialized in physics or electricity. They were all clueless about how to specifically build a steam engine or generator.

Back then, Sister Ye had settled for a plan to construct electrical magic across the entire continent, but before the plan could be realized, she disappeared, and almost no one inherited lightning magic.

Did Eldest Princess Sarah believe that “electricity” would be the key to combating the invasion of the otherworld god?

Luo Jie found this incredible, thinking it was quite a good idea. In Earth mythology, many “thunder and lightning” gods were the strongest gods, and strangely, this world had no gods related to thunder and lightning.

There were natural gods of water, fire, wind, cold, etc., but oddly none for thunder and lightning.

Luo Jie suddenly remembered that Brother Xiu had said something like this back then.

— “Man-made electricity is the landmark energy source marking the complete farewell to the era of mystery.”

— “After that, a large number of legends and strange tales were demystified. The notion of gods as an explanation for the world was gradually and rationally eliminated.”

Could it be… that “thunder and lightning” had an extraordinary significance in this world?

Luo Jie paused.

In fact, most of the continent’s wise men had also seen the potential of “electricity” as a new energy source, realizing it was the key to the new era. They had already been experimenting with its application, but their minds were restricted by the power of rules, unable to move to the next step, namely the invention of the [generator].

Luo Jie knew clearly that the new knowledge they needed was [generator].

Eilinson continued, “Helen said that Sarah is coming back soon, and may have found new knowledge.”

Luo Jie was silent for a moment, “That might be hopeful.”

Eilinson nodded and continued to ask, “In your opinion, how should we overcome this crisis?”

“You have already tried hard enough, I can’t think of a better way than yours.”

Luo Jie said with some emotion. “But you need to be careful of the apostles. Before the otherworld god descends, there are usually apostles guiding, laying out plans in advance, clearing all obstacles for the otherworld god’s arrival.”

Eilinson nodded solemnly and replied, “Yes, we will strengthen our vigilance.”

Luo Jie smiled, a flash of sharpness in his eyes, and said, “If needed, I can assist you as well.”

That night, many people had trouble sleeping.

Xiu Si, however, slept soundly without dreaming. He closed his eyes and slept comfortably until dawn, with cubs providing warmth beside him, which couldn’t be more comfortable.

But he wasn’t lazy. As soon as he opened his eyes, he woke up immediately, and rushed to the shop after finishing his chores.

Xiu Si: “How is it, did the bird recover yesterday?” Before he finished speaking, he saw the bird lying motionless in the dish, with two cats sitting beside it.

Xiu Si leaned forward to look, and couldn’t see any sign of life in the bird, it indeed wasn’t breathing.

Had the treatment failed? Just as he was thinking this, the bird moved, weakly opening its eyes. Although it was still half-dead, at least it had stabilized.

“Still not better?”

To Xiu Si’s question, the gray cat shook its head, indicating it was hard to say, and it would be the same for anyone else.

With a damaged divine core, it needed to be found and restored. But even if restored, in its current divine body, it probably couldn’t withstand a complete divine core.

It had spent the whole night reviving the bird, but not fully.

So, the gray cat’s suggestion to the black bird was to accept its fate and pass on quickly. The God of Darkness wouldn’t be destroyed – you’re just one period of consciousness. After you disappear, the God of Darkness will continue to exist, welcoming the next consciousness.

The renewal of gods is no different from sunrise and sunset, just like taking a nap.

But the black bird was stubborn, clinging to life and refusing to perish.

Just like humans who refuse to sleep, fearing that when they wake up next time, they won’t be themselves anymore.

Few gods were so persistent. At least the gray cat had never seen a god so attached to a momentary consciousness.

Speaking of which, this fellow was also strange when at the Magicians Association, actually integrating with humans, interacting and laughing with them.

Orthodox gods wouldn’t do this, right? Even with diminished divine power, a god is still a god, supremely dignified. How could they lower themselves to mingle among humans?

It was truly an oddity among the primordial series of gods.

The gray cat felt it was too abnormal.

“Can’t be cured, can only depend on itself?”

Xiu Si lowered his gaze, inevitably feeling anxious for it.

For a life with such a strong will to survive, if possible, he really hoped this bird could live.

The red cat saw Xiu Si’s thoughts and turned to the gray cat, asking if they should go to the subspace to catch some minor gods, to use divinity to supplement divinity, to sustain the God of Darkness?

The gray cat shook its head, saying it wouldn’t help. The divine body of a primordial series god could only be repaired with divine power of equal rank. Minor gods couldn’t supplement it at all.

Of course, besides this, there was actually another method. That was to have their father reshape a body for it, like the God of Light.

But this would also mean they would have another sibling.

They all disagreed with this.

One bird was troublesome enough, how could they have another?

Moreover, they didn’t want to become siblings with these fellows. Even if it was their father’s wish, still…

They lowered their faces grimly.

Xiu Si turned to look, thinking they were mourning silently, after all, a life was about to pause.

After thinking silently for a while, Xiu Si held the bird in his palm and asked softly, “Do you really want to live?”

This might be a redundant question, but it caused the God of Darkness to suddenly become alert.

If it didn’t want to live, why would it seek help?

Gods don’t perish, existence doesn’t perish, but consciousness can perish. Consciousness is me, I just don’t want to be destroyed, I want to continue existing as who I am right now. Is that not allowed?

Just because it’s a god, does it mean it can’t cherish the ‘me’ that only lives once?

The bird looked at Xiu Si stubbornly, its will to live excessively firm.

It seemed to be asking, do you also think I should die, that this consciousness of mine is trivial and unimportant?

This time, Xiu Si seemed to understand. Looking at those stubbornly wide-open eyes, he suddenly smiled and said, “Not at all. Except for the extremely vicious, any being has the right to live on.”

His tone was too calm, as if stating the obvious, and in fact it was indeed an obvious and common truth.

But for some reason, it struck the God of Darkness, leaving the black bird dumbfounded and internally shaken.

Then, Xiu Si thought for a moment and said, “Let me see if Ms. Xili can take a look.”

The gray cat watched their conversation, suddenly startled, wanting to say that if it couldn’t heal the bird, what magician in this world could?

But its self-proclaimed level was too low, only in the twenties, so it had no say.

While it hesitated, Xiu Si had already picked up the black bird and was ready to leave.

Morax seemed to think of something and sent a thought to Buer: if Father takes that bird out, wouldn’t it be dangerous if they encounter its enemies?

Indeed. Buer immediately became nervous, but then thought it could also be an opportunity to lure out the person causing trouble in secret.

However, time didn’t allow them to think much. Xiu Si hurriedly pushed open the door, ready to leave.

Buer quickly followed, telling Morax to watch the house.

Morax was a step too slow and could only look at the door resentfully.

As soon as Xiu Si left, an ordinary customer came in.

The person pushed open the door and was immediately stunned, seeing an extremely handsome youth.

The youth coldly swept a glance at him, intimidating without anger, and he was scared away instantly.

The employee at this antique shop is so fierce!

On the other side.

Andre successfully infiltrated various magic high towers of the Aust Empire late at night, obtaining a large amount of confidential intelligence. He had never felt so satisfied before.

He learned about Eldest Princess Sarah’s imminent return and expressed dissatisfaction, as if he had some grudge against the Eldest Princess.

After freely using his powers without being discovered by anyone, he gradually remembered that he still had a mission to destroy the country.

He wanted to scheme and create chaos, but lacked an entry point.

Andre smiled, stepped through space, and appeared on the top floor of the Magicians Association building.

That’s right, he wanted to know who Matros’s student really was, and whether they could be used for framing and scheming.

At the same time, Xiu Si walked into the Magicians Association under the curious gazes of many magicians, making his way to Xili.

“I found a magic beast, could you please take a look?” Xiu Si sincerely sought help.

Xili of course wouldn’t refuse, but after looking for over ten minutes, she shook her head helplessly.

“I’m very sorry, Mr. Xiu Si.”

“Is that so.”

Xiu Si’s gaze fell, looking at the bird in his hand.

Xili was actually a bit surprised, not understanding why Xiu Si would seek help for a magic beast. Wasn’t Great Mentor Matros around?

Come to think of it, it was also strange. Great Mentor Matros had taken on a student, so why wasn’t he teaching? Was this person really… extraordinary?

Her gaze moved downward, initially unintentionally sweeping over the lower part, but her expression suddenly changed drastically, startled by the black chain on Xiu Si’s hand.

How could there be such a powerful magic artifact? How many over-rank spells were contained in this?

Xili was stunned, her eyes wide.

The gray cat praised her eyesight, thinking the young woman wasn’t bad, actually able to recognize good stuff.

Xiu Si continued to ask some people, but didn’t receive any hopeful answers, inevitably feeling disappointed.

Seeing its father troubled, the gray cat felt upset too, strongly wanting to share the burden.

Throughout this process, the bird, whose consciousness was on the brink, remained awake, its eyes alternating between bright and dim, its gaze complex.

It wanted to live, but it seemed to be causing too much trouble for that person.

Was it… truly time to accept its fate?

The black bird struggled to keep its eyes open, its heart surging with unwillingness, unsure if it was the unwillingness of the God of Darkness or its own.

No, the God of Darkness wouldn’t be unwilling, so this unwillingness must belong to itself.

A consciousness that only exists once, it really didn’t want to be destroyed.

Just then, Xiu Si suddenly said, “Let’s wait a bit longer, there must be a way. I have a friend who’s the best at healing. Although he mysteriously disappeared, he has a student. Maybe the student inherited his methods.”

The black bird’s wings twitched, its claws involuntarily gripping tighter. It was about to say something when suddenly it had a bad premonition, its sense of crisis peaking.

It was that undead who stole its divine core, actually nearby!

Just as Xiu Si walked into the corridor, he saw a tall man completely wrapped in black cloth walking towards him.

Andre originally just wanted to find Matros’s student, but never expected to find the thing he wanted most!

He couldn’t suppress his rising smile, but as his gaze moved downward, he was suddenly stunned, meeting a pair of emerald eyes.

A cat?!!!