Chapter 35: Darkness and Light

The universe is filled with light, so why does it remain dark? How does this differ from the light on Earth?

In fact, light is still light. The brightness on Earth exists because light scatters among solids, liquids, and gases, creating scattering media that cause the light to diffuse. Therefore, darkness does not exist within Earth's atmosphere.

"Wouldn't it be wonderful to toss some fluorescent powder into the universe later?"
— Spirit King

As the eastern sky began to pale with the first light of dawn, signaling the arrival of a new day, Li Fengyin ceased his tedious act of staring at the starry sky. Behind him, Pang Wei sheathed his black scythe, though his blood-red eyes were impossible to ignore.

"Looks like I’ll have to start wearing sunglasses from now on." Pang Wei muttered dryly. Li Fengyin laughed, "You’ve truly ascended to the heavens in a single leap."

"Going to the banquet tonight?"

"Sure!"

There was an unspoken understanding between the two friends. Tonight, perhaps, would be different. However, Li Fengyin recalled the fragmented visions he had seen earlier: at the banquet, a robotic dog would self-destruct, and almost everyone present would be killed or wounded.

Whether he could avoid this catastrophe, or if the visions he saw would come to pass, Li Fengyin could not be certain. But he knew he would go.

At that moment, Li Fengyin's phone rang. He pulled it out and saw the name displayed: [Dong Yunpo].

It was his foster brother, whom he had known since childhood. Distant memories surfaced in his mind; Li Fengyin felt a surge of pleasant surprise, for this man was almost the closest person he had in this world.

Since they were children, the two had never argued and had never held divergent views. Most of the time, Dong Yunpo was the one who supported Li Fengyin’s ideas and actions.

He answered the call without hesitation. The voice on the other end carried a hint of weariness but was nonetheless reassuring: "Fengyin, it’s been a long time."

"Yeah."

As if he could see Li Fengyin nodding, Dong Yunpo extinguished the cigarette in his hand and said, "Are you busy lately?"

"No, why?" Li Fengyin felt a bit strange. Whenever Dong Yunpo took the initiative to bring up a matter, it meant the situation was extremely critical and concerned significant realities.

"Come to Panzhihua within a week," Dong Yunpo said, skipping the pleasantries. "The Soul-Suppressing Palace is on the verge of collapse. As a Soul-Governing Envoy, I need to find a way out—or to put it accurately, I need to prepare for the worst."

"The Soul-Suppressing Palace?"

Li Fengyin’s mind instantly recalled more details, and his previously blocked memories, which had felt like amnesia, began to unseal.

It wasn't that he couldn't remember things; his memories had been sealed by some entity.

Legend had it that the Soul-Suppressing Palace was the foundation of the current spiritual realm, managing the normal cycle of life, death, and the passing of ghosts and spirits throughout China and even beyond. If the Soul-Suppressing Palace were to fall, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Dong Yunpo served exactly as a Soul-Governing Envoy of the Soul-Suppressing Palace.

...

Beneath the morning sun, a stunning girl was jogging on the track at Huaqing University. Dressed in a white short-sleeved top and leggings, wearing headphones and a pedometer, she was working out.

It was Shen Liangxin. When she finally stopped, she was drenched in sweat.

"Whew~"

Taking a deep breath, Shen Liangxin looked toward the edge of the track, where Li Fengyin was walking toward her. "Still have research projects?"

Shen Liangxin tilted her head, her black hair swaying slightly. "Why? Is something up?"

It must be said that due to quantum entanglement, even without conscious effort, they could intuitively judge each other's thoughts.

"Yes. Within a week, I need to go to Panzhihua."

Li Fengyin answered concisely. Shen Liangxin nodded. "That works out well; I have something to take care of away for a while, too."

"Going to the banquet tonight? Pang Wei and Su Yuxian plan on going together as well."

"Yeah, alright~"

...

The scene shifts. Eines Connor was preparing to attend the banquet hosted by the richest man in Asia. As a globally renowned scholar, he naturally had such an opportunity.

For the past two days, Shen Shenghua had been constantly accompanying him, which made Professor Connor feel uneasy, as if he were being kept under surveillance.

Shen Shenghua’s explanation was, "We need to ensure your safety lately; please don't mind it."

In truth, the perfect woman, exuding an Eastern aura, also fascinated Connor. Yet, his rational judgment told him that she was merely a tool used by China to keep him in check, though she was difficult to refuse.

"Professor Connor," Shen Shenghua stood before a dressing mirror in the apartment, wearing a blue-grey qipao. "Is this outfit appropriate?"

"It’s fine."

Professor Connor couldn't help but feel a bit captivated. Suddenly, Shen Shenghua asked a question: "Then, how do you think the word 'good' should be translated into English?"

"Very? Or good?"

Connor blurted out these two words without thinking. Shen Shenghua shook her head. "Not quite."

"Then which word should it be?"

The white professor looked confused. Although he knew the Chinese language, he truly couldn't think of a translation that better represented the word 'good.'

"In my view," Shen Shenghua smiled faintly, "perhaps it could be translated as 'do for all.' That is the true meaning of good."

"Ms. Shenghua, what exactly are you trying to express? I do not care for the indirectness you Chinese people represent." Eines Connor frowned, waiting for her answer.

"We simply want to help the world move onto a better track."

...

Time flowed, and the sun began to slant westward. Outside the gates of Anhu Manor, a procession of luxurious vehicles entered. Inside the estate, there was a dedicated parking area. The entire estate spanned seven square kilometers, lush with greenery and gentle flowing water.

The banquet was to be held in the clearing by Anhu Lake. By now, many businessmen, politicians, and prominent figures from other fields had already arrived.

Robotic dogs carrying fruit, bread, candy, and other snacks wandered through the crowd. With a simple wave of a hand, they would approach to serve you.

In truth, Su Hai had not listened to Su Yuxian’s suggestions. Although he doted on his daughter, he would not make decisions based on her whims regarding many matters.

Su Hai held a champagne flute filled with red wine. Dressed in a suit, he stood by the barbecue grill, prioritizing the children he recognized. It must be said that as a businessman, Su Hai still possessed a unique human touch.

But in reality, this was merely a disguise. For those who knew Su Hai’s true face, such actions were only more chilling.

Su Hai was a wolf!

And Su Mingyu was Su Hai’s sharpest tooth!

Countless people had died on Su Hai’s path to becoming the richest man in Asia, yet not a single shred of evidence linking them to him could ever be found!

A person who appeared to be a young boy wearing a silver mask sat bored on a bench by the lake. Not far away, several children were eating colorful cotton candy. However, this entity was merely observing these things.

The words "as always" that he had previously said to Su Hai had a simple meaning:

The Apocalypse Organization would not forcibly interfere with the world order.