[Silence]'s Farewell

Void.

When Cheng Shi found Chen Shu, the ascetic was looking up at something in the Void, surrounded by An Jing, much like the realm of [Silence].

Those who have seen the [Silence] will understand why Chen Shu in this posture; indeed, one needs to crane one's neck to look directly at the enormous, Leaky World Silent Puppet.

The problem is that the Leaky World Silent Puppet isn't in front of Chen Shu. Boss [Death] said that [Silence] has departed with [Time], so what is Chen Shu looking at in this empty Void?

Cheng Shi gradually approached, but Chen Shu did not react at all. The other party did not even glance at him, but stared straight at the place where the Leaky World Silent Puppet existed, without moving.

At this moment, Cheng Shi felt a slight sense of empathy.

He never expected that Chen Shu would be the one most reluctant to see his Lord of Grace leave. Perhaps many people would be reluctant to see their Lord of Grace go, but few would express their emotions as concretely as Chen Shu...

Even though [Silence] had been gone for a long time, he still stood there, unwilling to leave.

But who wants them to leave?

Cheng Shi sighed and said softly, "Chen Shu, the past is gone. Now it's our turn to step in. You..."

The Chen Shu remained motionless.

"..."

Cheng Shi pondered for a moment, and out of respect for the [Silence], stood with Chen Shu for a while.

After all, [Silence] carried the secrets of an era for the Fear Faction and always supported the Predestination in crucial votes, so it is only right to send Him off.

Unexpectedly, not long after Cheng Shi shut up, Chen Shu couldn't sit still anymore and started frantically giving Cheng Shi meaningful glances.

However, Cheng Shi stood beside him, facing forward, lost in thought, and did not notice Chen Shu's actions for a moment.

Chen Shu panicked. He suddenly stepped in front of Cheng Shi, his face showing resentment, and said:

"Brother-in-law, did you do this on purpose?"

"?"

Cheng Shi no longer wanted to dwell on the issue of address. Seeing that Chen Shu had suddenly emerged from that emotional state, he assumed that the other party had come to a realization, and chuckled:

"Not really, but we should still see him off."

"Send him away?"

I think you want to give it to me!

Do you know how long I've been standing here trying to win this game?

"You didn't even participate from the beginning, so what right do you have to join halfway through?"

"???"

Chen Shu was indignant, while Cheng Shi was completely bewildered.

No, what game?

He glanced at the Chen Shu, then at the spot where the Leaky World Silent Puppet had once stood, and asked in astonishment, "You're playing a game?"

"Certainly!"

"With... who?"

"Who else could follow my Lord of Grace?"

Who else [He] can remain silent for so long?

Cheng Shi's expression changed, his pupils shrinking sharply. "You and your Lord of Grace, [Silence] are still here?"

He looked past the Chen Shu and into the Void, but the Void was empty; there was no sign of [Silence].

Chen Shu was still nodding as he said:

"Nature.

My Lord of Grace suddenly summoned me, gave me a Silent Puppets, and then vanished into the Void.

Being clever, I immediately understood His meaning and joined this game where whoever moves first loses.

You know perfectly well that I always want to chat with you, yet you insist on coming to me at this time. Tell me, did Lord of Grace send you here specifically to make me lose?

"...?"

For a moment, Cheng Shi bewildered.

Not a buddy...

I thought you were standing here motionless, mourning the departure of [Silence], but you're telling me you were playing games with thin air?

Chen Shu, oh Chen Shu, has your mind been silenced?

Otherwise, how could it become as abstract as Old Meng's!?

No, that's not right, he always seems to be abstract.

Cheng Shi fell silent again. At this moment, he felt that Chen Shu seemed to have inherited the Divine Authority of [Silence].

Cheng Shi even wondered if Chen Shu might be deceiving himself with this absurd performance, pretending to be [Silence] and not leaving when he was clearly reluctant to part.

But looking into Chen Shu's clear eyes, Cheng Shi realized he was overthinking things.

He is pure abstraction.

"..."

Cheng Shi's emotions were interrupted. He took a deep breath, told Chen Shu in a serious tone, and then [Silence] left.

Chen Shu was taken aback, glanced back, and suddenly chuckled, "No wonder you didn't dare show yourself, you sneaked away! Ha, does that mean I won?"

"..."

Cheng Shi was Cheng Shi convinced, utterly and utterly convinced.

He took some time to compose himself and organize his thoughts before speaking again:

"Chen Shu, stop fooling yourself. [Silence] has left this Starry Sky for the True Universe, leaving you with the silence of the Cosmos..."

"..." Chen Shu's smile vanished in an instant. After turning his back for a moment, he said again, "Why? Is it because there are no good people here either?"

But everyone seems to be doing well.

"..."

Upon hearing this, Cheng Shi forced a smile that reflected a complex mix of emotions.

Everyone here is great, there are many good people here.

But there are too few good people in other places, and He wants to go and help those lonely good people in places where there are few good people.

Isn't that great? This way, there will be good people everywhere, and hope everywhere.

You are also His hope.

Chen Shu clearly agreed with this statement; his face lit up with a smile again. He turned around and patted Cheng Shi's shoulder vigorously, saying:

"My brother-in-law is truly insightful!"

So be it, everyone has to leave eventually. Grandma has already taught me this lesson.

Anyway, what brings you here?

"I'm not stupid. Something big must have happened in Cosmos that requires my intervention. Tell me, did you and my sister have another fight?"

"..."

Cheng Shi's smile didn't last more than a minute before he directly bestowed the Divine Authority of [Silence] and Divine Throne, then took out the Dyed Vessel.

Cheng Shi knew that the seemingly unreliable Chen Shu was actually very trustworthy; otherwise, his backup plan wouldn't have worked during the False Curtain Call. Therefore, there was no need to waste any more words with this troublesome [Silence] person.

The Dyed Vessel, now stained by [Annihilation], has become an inverted hourglass, a cycle of stars collapsing and reconstructing. Chen Shu stared at the hourglass, momentarily stunned, and said:

"The Silent Puppets He gave me seems to be somewhat related to this..."

"Dye it, then shut your mouth."

"..."

Chen Shu clearly wanted to say something more, but seeing Cheng Shi's serious expression, he decided to get down to business first.

When the Vessel was stained to resemble a lifeless Puppet hourglass, Cheng Shi didn't say a word, put the Vessel away, and left, leaving behind the words:

"This era is coming to an end. Be prepared, and I'll come looking for you."

Standing in the Void, feeling the true power of [Silence], Chen Shu gazed in the direction his brother-in-law had left, and said thoughtfully:

"Is it my turn to keep the Cosmos's secret?"

Don't worry, brother-in-law, I have a plan.