Chapter 240 People from Outer Space Are All Disasters.
Many people in Douluo Continent secretly harbor the same thoughts.
They knew in their hearts that a great war between the two great empires and the Martial Soul Empire was ultimately unavoidable.
When war engulfs the mainland, countless people will inevitably be displaced and perish in the flames of war.
But they were just ordinary people, and they felt that such a war between the nation and the people was none of their business.
Moreover, ever since extraterrestrials descended upon Douluo Continent, this land has never known peace.
War broke out in various places, with smoke and fire filling the air, causing immense suffering and countless deaths.
Over time, the people reached a consensus that the extraterrestrials were the calamity that would befall the Douluo Continent.
At first, Emperor Xueye was single-mindedly focused on winning over Little Gray Hair.
He planned to bring Little Gray Hair under the wing of the Heavenly Dou Empire, appoint him as a high-ranking official, and consolidate his imperial power.
But Little Gray Hair was pure of heart and ignored his deliberate attempts to win him over, refusing to accept even the slightest bit of goodwill.
After several setbacks, Emperor Xueye abandoned his scheming thoughts and even conceived the wicked idea of abdicating the throne.
He planned to hand over the throne of the Heaven Dou Empire directly to Little Gray Hair.
He had a shrewd plan in mind, thinking that doing this would both please Little Gray and gain his protection.
Later historical records will also record his reputation as a virtuous man who abdicated the throne, thus ensuring his name is remembered in history.
But he never expected that such shameless flattery would throw the Heavenly Dou Empire into complete chaos.
As an emperor, he disregarded imperial dignity and groveled before outsiders, completely lacking the integrity a monarch should have.
After the news spread throughout the court and the public, loyal officials were disheartened and resigned one after another, causing the court to fall apart instantly.
The people at home were furious, and a large number of rebels rose up, denouncing him for selling out the country for personal gain.
Emperor Xueye was abandoned by all his followers and became a rat that everyone wanted to kill, and was hunted down by various forces.
He fled in panic with a few followers, hiding his identity and in a sorry state for several days.
Having survived this catastrophic ordeal, he became even more convinced that the arrival of extraterrestrials was a world-ending crisis.
They brought not only war, but also a deadly threat that could destroy the entire Douluo Continent.
The population of Douluo Continent was already sparse, and in the eyes of those from beyond the heavens who had experienced life and death, it was nothing to mention.
Having considered all the pros and cons, Emperor Xueye's eyes turned sinister as he made up his mind.
To survive, all the extraterrestrials must be driven out of Douluo Continent.
He had been on the throne for many years, secretly accumulating a considerable amount of gold and silver, and also cultivating a group of loyal and devoted followers.
If it weren't for these loyal guards protecting him at all costs, he would have been beaten to death by his pursuers long ago and wouldn't be alive now.
If you want to make a comeback now, relying on groveling and currying favor with outsiders is undoubtedly a dead end.
Having reigned as emperor for many years, he had a thorough understanding of the psychology of the common people.
He knew that the fear brought by the extraterrestrials was already etched into the hearts of all the people.
They also understood that countless people on the mainland harbored resentment towards extraterrestrials, but no one dared to take the lead.
Everyone was indifferent and unwilling to step forward and get themselves into trouble.
If Emperor Xueye wants to win back the hearts of the people and regain power, he must establish a new faith.
He sat in the ruins where he was hiding, his mind racing, and soon he came up with a solution.
Once he made up his mind, he immediately summoned his assassins and secretly gave them orders.
Send the assassins to travel all over the Douluo Continent, spreading the deadly threat of the extraterrestrials.
They preached that extraterrestrial beings would bring about world-ending disasters and called on all people to unite and resist them.
At the same time, he ordered his assassins to secretly gather these fearful people and bring them all under his control.
Emperor Xueye was well aware that such actions would inevitably provoke the resentment of those from beyond the heavens.
However, after observing for a long time, he discovered that the people from beyond the heavens were all gentle and kind, and had no malicious intent.
He was secretly certain that the people from beyond the heavens would understand his actions.
Some even fantasize that the more resistant they are to those from outer space, the more those people will want to protect them.
To prove that their arrival on the continent was a good thing, the extraterrestrials would never harm them.
The more Emperor Xueye thought about it, the more excited he became, a smug smile appearing on his lips, his resolve growing stronger.
He believed that the extraterrestrials would be more protective of his side in the future.
In order to enable them to fight against extraterrestrial monsters, they will also take the initiative to teach them powerful cultivation techniques.
They even helped them research martial spirits, improve their strength, and make everyone on the continent stronger.
He was secretly pleased with himself, thinking he had figured out the way to survive.
To gain benefits, one must never fawn or be subservient.
Instead, they rely on having enough leverage and confidence to make the other party wary.
His weapon is public opinion, and the ordinary people of Douluo Continent who just want to survive.
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"The outer reaches of the heavens are indeed fraught with danger; a single misstep could lead to utter destruction... It seems I must work even harder!"
"You can't always rely on others; only by becoming stronger yourself can you truly stand on your own two feet!"
As Qian Renxue gazed at the scene on the sky, her eyes grew increasingly resolute, fully recognizing the threat from beyond the heavens.
But unlike the Snow Night Emperor, she did not resort to intrigue and scheming.
She had only one obsession: to become stronger, to keep becoming stronger, to become powerful enough.
Only when you are strong enough can you protect the people you want to protect.
She secretly vowed to get rid of the Deep Sea Demon Whale King, this scourge.
No matter the cost, one must find someone from beyond the heavens to consult, or even become their apprentice.
We must learn the skills to fight against powerful extraterrestrial enemies and master the power to protect ourselves and fight back.
When they encounter extraterrestrial monsters in the future, the people of Douluo Continent will at least have the ability to resist.
After all, facing such a terrifying enemy as Lai Gushi, no matter how many people on the Douluo Continent bravely sacrificed themselves.
They are no match for them at all; they will only die in vain, which is pointless.
If one could master powerful skills, even if it only allowed them to hold off Laigushi for a moment, it would be good.
It can also buy a precious moment for the arrival of the savior.
"This is... Stikocia? How did she become like this..."
Above the sky, Little Gray Fur stepped into this warm and healing rainbow city, looking around with a face full of doubt.
The city before her was completely different from the Stikosia she remembered.
However, she quickly composed herself, suppressed her doubts, and dared not delay for even a moment.
She knew she bore a heavy responsibility, that there was still so much to do, and that time was of the essence.
We must not let those who are waiting for us wait even a second longer.
"I must find the entrance to the vortex guarded by the demigod of the 'Ocean'... Is Heather still here?"
The little gray-haired boy muttered to himself, his eyes resolute, and lifted his foot to set off on his search.
"—How have you been, Pioneer?"
Just then, a deep, cold voice suddenly came from behind her.
The sudden sound startled Little Gray Fur, causing him to tense up instinctively.
She quickly turned around, looked up, and upon seeing who it was, her eyes instantly blazed with resentful anger.
Standing before her was Lai Gushi, but only as a phantom projection of light and shadow.
Lai Gushi's projection looked down at him with an indifferent gaze and an unquestionable certainty in his tone.
"Generation after generation of Golden Descendant heroes, some willingly transformed into countless forms, others stood alone for a thousand years, pouring out their hearts and souls in an attempt to defy fate..."
"But unfortunately, fate can never be defeated by anyone."
His words revealed his arrogance, convinced that even if Little Gray Hair arrived, he would have no chance of defeating him.
The crowd on the ground watching the sky were puzzled, unable to understand where he got such confidence.
It's worth noting that throughout Onphalus's thousand-year history, he never managed to defeat Okoma.
Instead, he was tricked by Sai Feier and Na Kexia and trapped in the center of the cosmic vortex for many years, unable to escape.
But why is he still so arrogant and conceited, looking down on everyone and completely disregarding Little Gray Hair?
Is it that he has no reflection after experiencing failure, or does he really believe that he is invincible and is certain that he will win in the end?
Soon, the people of Douluo Continent understood the reason.
Lycus never took the creatures of Onphalus seriously.
His opponent, from beginning to end, was the most powerful star god in the universe.
In his view, he could easily annihilate even the Star God, possessing unparalleled power.
How could they possibly look down on tiny Onpharos and the ordinary creatures on this continent?
He even arrogantly believed that he could create star gods and destroy them would be as easy as lifting a finger.
Have you... broken free from the cage that confines you?
Above the sky, Little Gray Fur stared intently at Lai Gushi's projection, his brows furrowed, and asked in a deep voice.
After a thousand years, Lai Gushi's voice remained calm and even as he slowly spoke to the little gray-haired boy.
"Reason and cunning have imprisoned my body, but my will will never be silenced."
"And so, the demigod of the 'Ocean,' Sword Banner Lord Hazel, attempted to trap me in an illusion with her song, to make this prisoner succumb..."
"Unfortunately, this is nothing but wishful thinking. The warden was worn down by time and fell into a state of intoxication, while her prisoners remained unharmed."
Looking at his arrogant and disdainful demeanor, Little Gray felt a surge of anger and retorted sharply.
"But you are still trapped in the cage and have not gained freedom at all."
Lai Gushi chuckled softly, his face showing no concern and his tone full of contempt.
"Heh, I can't leave here, but what can I do?"
Then, like a proud philosopher, he turned his head slightly, his eyes deep, and slowly began to speak.
"You've probably heard this fable—'In a dark cave, a group of people were imprisoned.'"
"From birth, their legs and necks are bound, so they cannot turn their heads, look at each other, or even see themselves."
"A fire burned behind them, and in front of them were the cave walls. The firelight cast shadows, and echoes reverberated through the walls..."
"Everything that appears false to us is their entire understanding of the world."
"I am trapped in this cave-like cage, but I know that it is all just a fleeting illusion. I don't need to struggle in the dream, I just need to wait quietly."
"Now, I have found the liberator—if you wish to completely defeat me and save this world that has nothing to do with you, you must awaken the singer here and open the prison of the vortex of creation..."
"You will personally unlock my shackles and personally cause this cave to collapse completely."
"Of course, I don't mind waiting a little longer to take you into the dream ahead—the warden's recollections."
"I hope you read the story in the illusion carefully. Logically, a savior should see the whole picture of this world."
Emotionally, this memory is a reflection of the fate of everyone in Onphalus…
"Only by truly empathizing can you understand my point of view: the true meaning of 'destruction.'"
(End of chapter)