Chapter 1324: Chapter 1320: Map of the Southern City
"Among the four elders of the Black Hole Clan, Elder Dong Feng’s strength stands a level above the other three. Therefore, allowing him to gain the bloodline and power of the Divine Race is truly the worst outcome for us. However, things have come to this point, and I’m afraid there’s no room to regret past actions.
Ye Tian, although, time-wise, Elder Dong Feng hasn’t integrated everyone’s power into his being, there’s no doubt that when he returns to the Underground City of South City, the reborn Elder Dong Feng will be the strongest opponent you have ever faced!
Currently, I’m afraid even I am not his match. More importantly, the entire South City is already under his control. If you rashly rush in with these two companions, I’m afraid there will be no return! At that time, you will become a laughingstock for everyone!"
Elder Guo continually reminded, laying the severity of the situation before Ye Tian.
But at that moment, Ye Tian showed no sign of fear!
"Master, no matter what you say, I won’t change or back down. I also believe my two companions share my thoughts!"
As soon as the words were spoken, both Tian Qi and Daichong immediately expressed their stance!
"Yes, Elder Guo! We won’t have any fear, even when facing the most formidable enemy; we won’t change just because of the enemy’s strength!"
"In South City, we have so many brothers fighting alongside us! They are fighting for South City and for freedom. Now, their lives are uncertain. How could we possibly ignore that? Either we live together or we die together!"
The words of Tian Qi and Daichong moved Elder Guo somewhat.
These young people, although their strength is still lacking, their displayed determination is more intimidating than seasoned veterans like myself.
So Elder Guo also sighed, saying, "Well then! Since you all insist on returning to South City, let me tell you what it’s like there now!"
As he spoke, Elder Guo spread a map in front of Ye Tian, Tian Qi, and Daichong, which was a map of South City!
Moreover, this map of South City seemed much more detailed than those sold publicly, marking prominently the location of the Underground City and the surveillance facilities distributed throughout South City. Naturally, these surveillance facilities were set by the Black Hole Clan to monitor the citizens of South City.
Tian Qi asked, surprised, "Elder Guo, how come the map of South City in your hand is so clear? Have you been monitoring the situation in South City all this time?"
Elder Guo chuckled and said, "For specific reasons, I have indeed been watching the movements of the Black Hole Clan, so naturally, I wouldn’t overlook this Black Hole Clan stronghold in South City. The purpose of crafting this map is precisely for taking action when the situation spirals out of control."
Ye Tian glanced at Elder Guo, asking, "Are you saying that Elder Dong Feng sacrificing all the citizens of South City does not fall within the ’situation out of control’ criteria?"
Faced with Ye Tian’s questioning, Elder Guo paused slightly before saying, "Indeed, considering the current state, South City’s situation is indeed somewhat out of control—though, this degree of ’out of control’ still hasn’t reached the most critical point!"
Ye Tian asked again, "Master, what does the most severe South City loss of control look like?"
Elder Guo chuckled again, and said, "The most serious case of loss of control is when it threatens the rule of the Divine Race!"
"Threatening the rule of the Divine Race?" Ye Tian sneered, "Master, are you saying that the Divine Race only cares about their rule, indifferent to the lives of the 300,000 citizens of South City?"
Elder Guo forced a wry smile, saying, "Ye Tian, you also possess the blood of the Divine Race, but you’ve never thought from their standpoint! You haven’t experienced the days of being high above from birth, so you can’t fathom the mentality of controlling everyone’s lives that the Divine Race possesses!
In the Divine Race’s eyes, as long as their rule isn’t threatened, everything else is inconsequential! Put another way, even if Elder Dong Feng kills all the people in South City, the Divine Race can turn a blind eye. However, if he uses the divine power he gains to rebel against the Divine Race, then the Divine Race would come to suppress him!"
"What do you mean!?" Tian Qi retorted disdainfully, "Elder Guo, are you serving the Divine Race as well? For such a cold-blooded Divine Race, why even go all out for them? If they disrespect life so much, no matter how powerful they become, they’ll eventually perish!"
Tian Qi’s remarks were somewhat harsh, but Elder Guo did not directly respond.
Ye Tian also noticed that Elder Guo didn’t seem willing to disclose all his information, naturally refraining from pressing, promptly saying, "Qiqi, calm down. Since the high and mighty Divine Race doesn’t intend to save South City, we can rely on our own strength, can’t we?"
"You rascal, no need to speak sarcastically!" Elder Guo mocked, and then added, "But you’re not wrong; since Elder Dong Feng’s actions haven’t threatened Divine Race’s rule, then for the people of South City, the only ones who can save them now are you!"
Ye Tian, I’ve warned you repeatedly; if you still cling to your wife and child, your companions, and the ordinary citizens of South City, then go ahead and try! Although it’s a perilous journey, I can’t forcibly stop you, so let me tell you about the current state of South City!"
While speaking, Elder Guo pointed at the map of South City, explaining bit by bit...
"Under the reconstruction of the Black Hole Clan, South City has already become like a living entity, with its heart being the Underground City! Now, with the Spirit Vein Stone stolen from beneath Jiang City placed in South City’s Underground City, this living entity gains even more vitality.
For Elder Dong Feng to completely become part of the Divine Race, gaining their power and bloodline, your child is naturally the most crucial piece, but if it were just that, Elder Dong Feng might still not be satisfied! With the help of the Spirit Vein Stone, Elder Dong Feng can quickly merge with South City, seizing the opportunity to absorb the power of other lives in the city to become his own.
So, for Elder Dong Feng, the more living, immobile, controlled people in South City, the better! If the citizens were scattered, it would take Elder Dong Feng more effort to control them all, but it’s precisely because of your mistake that 300,000 citizens have gathered in the Underground City, allowing him to catch them all in one fell swoop!"
Listening to Elder Guo’s words, Tian Qi blushed deeply.
After all, it was by Tian Qi’s order to have the Annihilation Squad’s Martial Artists help relocate South City’s citizens, only for it to lead to such a result. Naturally, Tian Qi could not shirk this responsibility!
Ye Tian immediately comforted him, saying, "Qiqi, don’t belittle yourself. Although the result wasn’t ideal, your good intentions remain unchanged! The citizens of South City won’t blame you for it. More importantly, aren’t you going to join us in rescuing them?"
"Yes!"
Ye Tian’s comforting words instantly lifted Tian Qi’s spirits, and she nodded firmly.
Although her good intentions resulted in a bad outcome, as long as the heart to benefit the world prevails, she could keep moving forward!
In the upcoming battles, she certainly needed to strive harder!
And Elder Guo continued, "After gathering everyone into the Underground City, Elder Dong Feng moved to the place between the new and old cities, where you also defeated Elder Xi Feng. Your companions have also been controlled by him there, and after swiftly relocating everyone to South City’s Underground City, he activated the Spirit Vein Stone!
With the power of the Spirit Vein Stone and your daughter, Ye Tian, Elder Dong Feng gradually merged with the entire South City. Having met all the conditions, this process is unstoppable. Once the time comes, he will gain the Divine Race’s power and bloodline, and turn all living beings into his strength!"
Daichong anxiously asked, "Elder Guo, if things are indeed as you say, isn’t South City now impenetrable?"
Elder Guo nodded immediately, saying, "Indeed, in some sense! Initially, the Black Hole Clan built South City to defend against external attacks, so the entire South City is easier to defend than attack! Now that Elder Dong Feng is about to acquire the Divine Race’s bloodline and power, he certainly wouldn’t let it be.
Now South City’s defenses are probably more solid than ever. Besides the barriers outside, there are other defensive facilities. Breaking through them to reach South City’s core, the Underground City, will be tremendously difficult!"
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Elder Guo’s words were not mere alarmism, and the faces of Tian Qi and Daichong unwittingly showed heavy expressions.
Although everyone is determined to fight, against South City’s Absolute Defense, it seems that no one would stand a chance to succeed.
Under such circumstances, Ye Tian confidently spoke up, "Elder Guo, I’m sure what you say is not just a scare tactic, but rather the truth, isn’t it? Please don’t hold back any longer. Let us know how to stealthily enter the Underground City of South City!"
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Elder Guo looked at Ye Tian, stunned. This kid was sharp indeed. Nothing could escape his keen perception...
So, Elder Guo promptly said, "Ye Tian, indeed, there are no absolutely impossible tasks before me. If you just follow my guidance, you’ll be able to sneak in without anyone noticing and infiltrate it without a trace!"