"Don’t joke around, we’re talking serious business here."
Shaking his head, Xiong Kang looked at Lu Zixun with some helplessness: "It’s not surprising that the Night Watchman would say such things since they’ve been guarding the Abyss for a long time and naturally hope for something that can divert human curiosity elsewhere, but..."
A contemplative look appeared in his eyes, and Xiong Kang said with furrowed brows: "It’s unexpected that the Wang Family would tell you the same thing, who in the Wang Family spoke to you?"
On hearing this name, Xiong Kang’s face was filled with question marks.
Looking at Lu Zixun with skepticism, Xiong Kang was somewhat incredulous.
From Wang Zhenxiong’s life, it is clear he was the one who detested war the most.
How could someone who loathes war tell Lu Zixun to lead Demon Country to stand against humanity? That was utterly irresponsible.
"How could I lie to you?"
Giving Xiong Kang a white look, Lu Zixun said irritably, "I felt so uncomfortable at the time that I left without even finishing my meal."
"At first, when Night Watchman Gu Linchuan came to speak with me, I thought it might be feasible, but the more I thought about it afterward, the more incorrect it seemed."
Pausing, Lu Zixun said meaningfully, "If I had really done that, there’s no doubt I would be pushing Demon Country into the Abyss myself."
"You were right to realize this in time."
Nodding slightly, Xiong Kang explained, "War is indeed the most convenient method to control population, but what does war bring? Rioting, blood feuds. There are many ways to control population, so why choose this method?"
"Yes, when Wang Zhenxiong was talking to me about these things, I thought of some of human society’s policies."
Lu Zixun shook his head: "I reckon that even if Spiritual Ability Users are unruly, there are ways to manage that; there’s absolutely no need to go to extremes right from the start."
"At that time, I just felt it was very strange. But knowing that the Elder Council’s Gomora is an Ancient God, I started to suspect something..."
Lu Zixun narrowed his eyes as if a thought had struck him.
"Do you think Wang Zhenxiong has been controlled by Gomora?"
Hearing this, Xiong Kang joined the conversation.
"No, Gomora, who managed to hide his identity as an Ancient God for so long, would definitely not choose such a method to expose himself. I am suspecting that the twistedness from the Abyss has spread."
With a sigh, Lu Zixun said, "Gomora’s eagerness to control Sha Fei and integrate the power in the Human Gathering Place indicates that something is forcing him into action."
"And the only thing that could pose a threat to an Ancient God is the twistedness in the Void. And twistedness taints one’s emotions. Do you suspect that Wang Zhenxun and Gu Linchuan, in choosing such an extreme approach, were influenced by the twistedness?"
Hearing Xiong Kang’s analysis, Lu Zixun looked at him appreciatively; talking to intelligent people was indeed time-saving.
"There shouldn’t be such an occurrence."
Seeing that Lu Zixun agreed with his analysis, Xiong Kang stroked his chin: "There’s never been a report of twistedness spilling out of the Abyss; your starting point itself is flawed."
The twistedness in the Abyss was the result when the Ancient Gods shattered the conduits, pouring from the Void into the Abyss.
But these twistednesses merely lingered near the Void and could not possibly spread upward.
Knowing little about the Abyss, Lu Zixun shrugged and said, "Then I don’t know. That’s your business to investigate."
"You came here just to tell me this?"
Staring wide-eyed at Lu Zixun, Xiong Kang’s mouth twitched: "I thought you wanted to investigate this together."
"I’m not as free as you; Demon Country’s situation is not very secure right now, and we’re planning to move into the ruins."
Pausing, Lu Zixun looked at Xiong Kang and rubbed his claws, "Kang Kang, do you know any methods for moving large ruins through the Void?"
"Methods for moving through the Void?"
Frowning in thought, Xiong Kang said uncertainly, "I think there is one. I’ll check the archives for you later; I remember there was a design discovered in the ruins."
Lu Zixun, who had only intended to ask casually, did not expect this pleasant surprise and suddenly felt quite exhilarated.
"Moving into the ruins, are you sure Demon Country can survive? There’s the problem of agriculture..."
Xiong Kang looked at Lu Zixun with great concern: "Although it’s indeed quite safe to have only one entrance in the ruins, there are still many issues..."
Feeling a bit overwhelmed, Lu Zixun quickly called a halt, and said reluctantly, "Right now, besides burrowing into the ruins and hiding from the world, do you have any better solution to handle the current situation?"
Wanting to say something, Xiong Kang analyzed the current situation in Crimson Land, and immediately became speechless.
"Actually, Gu Linchuan and Wang Zhexiong have some correct ideas, like the idea that humans and the Demon Clan are bound to clash in the long run."
Chuckling lightly, Lu Zixun said carelessly: "This is something that can’t be changed. I don’t want to start a war with humans, so it’s better to just steer clear."
"I have a sense of responsibility towards Demon Country and a fondness for humans, so this is the only option."
Looking earnestly at Xiong Kang, Lu Zixun said softly, "So, Kang Kang, can you understand me?"
Exhaling softly, Xiong Kang smiled and said, "You make it sound so sad, it almost made me want to cry; I will go find the method for moving the ruins soon, and if you need anything for moving, just come and tell me."
Lu Zixun made an OK gesture.
As he was about to leave, he suddenly ran back. "Kang Ning, I forgot to ask, do you know the current strength of Gomora?"
On hearing this, Xiong Kang frowned and thought for a moment before saying, "Even though Gomora is an Ancient God, his strength is probably between Yi Level and G-level."
"That’s quite strong. I’m leaving then."
After thinking for a moment, Lu Zixun nodded, exchanged a farewell with Xiong Kang, and headed towards Zone 3.
Now that Xiong Kang and the others were aware of Gomora’s existence, Lu Zixun felt relieved.
After all, the unknown was the scariest thing.
But thinking of Long Jiuri, who seemed to be making a dash for the G-level, Lu Zixun felt it was a bit absurd. How could his cultivation speed be even faster than his?
Puzzled, Lu Zixun shook his head as he returned to his apartment,
At this time, Lin Siyin was leading a team, helping Li Dazhu to arrange the venue, naturally not in the apartment.
Just as Lu Zixun was feeling unusually relaxed and getting ready to take a nap, a knocking sound came from outside the window.