GA: Chapter 220: "The difference between the Tech-side and the Mystic-side; I don't regret my choice."
"I'm back."
Looking at the Pokémon gathering around him due to his arrival, Bai Xuan smiled lightly and rubbed their heads.
It wasn't just these Pokémon. Bai Xuan looked up at the sky and said softly:
"Rest assured. My strength is sufficient to handle any danger."
As the words fell, the special consciousness that had been constantly observing this world radiated a sense of joy before slowly fading away.
Whether it was called the Will of the World or the Will of the Earth didn't particularly matter.
It simply watched over Bai Xuan, feeling glad for his safe return.
Yet, even now, he didn't fully understand why the Will of the Earth favored and watched over him so closely.
Was it simply because he possessed the aptitude to lead Earth's civilization to a higher tier?
Or was it because of his status as a transmigrator?
"You're finally back."
A soft female voice rang out in the space. Hearing it, the corner of Bai Xuan's mouth tilted into a smile. He turned around and spoke:
"Welcome back."
"Long time no see, my God—though it hasn't actually been that long."
Zhi Xin waved happily at Bai Xuan, then asked with a look of mild confusion:
"My God, were you just reporting your safety to someone?"
"The Will of the World. You can't perceive It."
Bai Xuan shook his head.
"The technological side differs from the mystical side. To you, It is something that doesn't exist; but to me, It is a presence of absolute clarity."
"It isn't just the intelligence born from the Earth itself; It is the condensation of the wills of all living things and all civilizations upon this planet..."
Zhi Xin truly couldn't comprehend the Will of the World. At the very least, Angel Civilization had never perceived a so-called Will of the World; such a thing didn't exist on any planet they knew, including their own.
But equally, she was certain that the Will of the World was real.
Her inability to understand was simply a matter of differing systems.
Bai Xuan picked up Ralts. It clung to his fingers, refusing to let go, its soft, warbling voice seemingly accusing him of not taking it along when he left.
"Once you have the strength to protect yourself, I'll take you with me."
"For now, focus on growing."
Bai Xuan rubbed Ralts's head and spoke softly.
"What did they say to you?"
"Me?"
Displaying the charm of an angel, dowries, things like that...
Recalling the words of her master and Yan-jie, Zhi Xin's small face couldn't help but flush a deep red.
How could she be embarrassed enough to say such things out loud?
"Master said that if you need the technology of Angel Civilization, you only need to ask."
"Even Divine Body technology?"
Bai Xuan looked at Zhi Xin with genuine interest.
"It's possible, but currently, Earth's civilization probably can't bear the resources required to upgrade a physical body, right?"
"And isn't Earth's civilization walking the path of the mystical side?"
Zhi Xin didn't mind the question. If Bai Xuan needed Divine Body technology—even Fourth Generation—Angel Civilization wouldn't care, provided it wasn't leaked to outsiders.
But current Earth didn't possess the resources needed for such an upgrade. In fact, with the existence of Spiritual Qi, they didn't necessarily need to walk the path of Divine Bodies at all.
"Just a joke."
Bai Xuan shook his head, then said flatly:
"We'll talk about it after they've established Spiritual Qi technology."
"Once you have the first step, everything follows easily."
"Giving these things to them now would only prolong the development time."
Meanwhile, in the outer district of Hangzhou.
"Second Sequence, Luo Yang. I know you."
"Beast-type Ability: Mutant Chimpanzee. Possesses formidable strength and defense. If speed wasn't your weak point, you could even be counted as First Sequence."
"You tested your strength against the Dragon Emperor, Qin Tian, in the Imperial Capital—and were sent to the hospital with a single punch."
"You believe your strength is second to none at the same level, but you've forgotten that the first batch of First Sequences will never be at your level."
"As early as the first Spiritual Qi recovery, they surpassed everyone."
A young man wearing black combat fatigues spoke with a smile to the teenager blocking his path.
As the words fell, he clenched his right fist. Massive Spiritual Qi wrapped around it as he slammed it toward Luo Yang.
Seeing this, Luo Yang likewise threw a punch. In terms of raw power, he was confident he wouldn't lose to anyone.
And furthermore—
"How many times do I have to say it?! My ability is TITAN! To hell with your 'Mutant Chimpanzee'!"
BOOM—!
The moment the fists collided, a violent explosion rang out, sending countless air currents swirling outward.
In the midst of the battle, Luo Yang's voice cut through the air:
"Why did you kill her?"
"Because she possessed the talent of a First Sequence. And because she was weak—so weak that even the version of me back then could kill her effortlessly."
Zhao Feng spoke flatly.
"Possessing such talent, yet losing the courage to live because of her own actions, afraid to face the world—letting that talent sit with her was not just a waste, it was a crime."
"She didn't deserve that talent. She didn't deserve that power."
"She didn't deserve it, but you do?"
Hearing Zhao Feng's words, Luo Yang spoke with undisguised contempt.
Negative emotions could be changed through various means; death was always the worst decision.
Moreover, it wasn't that the little girl wanted to die—Zhao Feng had killed her, stripping away her very ability to live!
"Naturally."
"Whether in knowledge, ability, or contribution to the nation, I am far superior to her. When there is a more direct path, why bother coaxing a little girl?"
"In this era, the one thing we can't afford to waste is time."
"Instead of spending time cultivating an immature child who only wants to play, it's better that I inherit her ability."
"Only I can perfectly utilize the talent of a First Sequence."
Zhao Feng spoke calmly; he didn't feel there was the slightest problem with his actions.
"I assume you've already guessed that my ability involves plundering and devouring. And that is indeed the case."
"But my ability has limits. I can't plunder indefinitely, so each theft is incredibly precious to me."
"A First Sequence was the best choice."
"I never considered telling the state about this ability, because the state would never allow me to do it."
"And no First Sequence would ever willingly let their power be plundered."
"I can only rely on myself."
With a surge of force, his fist sent Luo Yang flying back. Zhao Feng continued:
"Having a plundering ability, I am destined to be feared by all espers. I will be ostracized."
"Because in this era, no one wants to lose their ability."
"Especially those with decent talent."
"I can understand their feelings. Because now that I have obtained this great power, I never want to remember my former, weak self again—and I can't imagine how much despair I would feel if I became an ordinary person again!"
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