The anomaly in Intis (Sorry, only one update)
"The Apocalypse..."
Luther Consciousness repeated Adam's words.
He had heard similar claims from many places:
Many ancient Concealment societies, including the Aurora Order and the Demoness Sect, have claimed during their missionary work that the Apocalypse are near and that only by believing in their own gods can one be saved.
In the "Spirit World Insights" written by one of the Abraham Family's ancestors, he Record that he encountered Yellow Light, one of the Seven Lights of the Spirit World Yellow Light, Venithan mentioned a Prophecy: "When the gaze falls from the Astral World, the earth will be torn apart, and everything in the world will cease to exist."
Even the Twilight Hermit Order, founded by Adam himself, openly proclaimed that the Apocalypse were near and only the return of the former Creator could save all living beings...
"So, that's why you're in such a hurry to be promoted to Sequence 0?"
Luther asked directly.
It wasn't just Adam. When he met Roselle in the tomb, Rosell had said that his eagerness to advance to Sequence 0 stemmed not only from purifying himself of corruption but also from an intention to increase his strength and protect his family. Furthermore, the Evernight Goddess had also acquired the Uniqueness of the "Death" Pathway and was attempting to incorporate it, not to mention the Feysac Royal Family, the Military, and the Loen Royal Family...
The threat of the Apocalypse has prompted these powerful beings to take measures to save themselves, even at the cost of breaking the balance that has existed for thousands of years!
Because if we cannot cope with the Apocalypse, the entire world will be plunged into utter destruction...
"Years ago, Roselle proposed an interesting thought experiment." Just as Luther was deep in thought, Adam suddenly spoke up, "Imagine two tracks with people strapped to them and a Steam train in motion. A bystander could pull a lever to switch the train to the track with fewer people, thus reducing casualties..."
In the darkness, He turned to look at Luther, His golden eyes gleaming:
"But as a price, that bystander will also bear a heavy sin. For it was his decision that led those who should have been spared to their deaths..."
"It's just the Trolley Problem. Do you think I haven't heard of it?"
Luther sneered, "I know what you're trying to say—because the Apocalypse is coming, and in order for more people to survive, a small number of people have to make sacrifices... But all I see is that the final result is that many innocent civilians die, while you are about to be promoted to Sequence 0."
"They are the ones who sacrifice, but you are the one who achieves!"
He glared at Adam and said coldly, "You can say these things when you've given everything for all of humanity!"
Adam looked at him calmly.
He said nothing more, but turned and continued on his way.
The two fell into a brief silence, and then walked into the depths of darkness, moving ever closer to their northern destination.
Backlund, Empress Borough. "Welcome home, Dad."
Audrey stood in the foyer and gave Earl Hall a perfect smile.
A few minutes earlier, after spotting her father's carriage in the distance, she had prepared herself and waited here early, hoping to see her daughter's smiling face the moment he returned home.
This was both a way for a daughter to comfort her tired father and an intention to gain a better understanding of the national situation.
"You're back early today."
Audrey made a gesture to take the other person's coat, "Have all the troubles been resolved?"
"My dear gem, don't touch it, it smells of smoke."
Upon seeing his daughter, the weary Earl Hall softened. He refused Audrey's help and handed his coat to a nearby servant. "Those esteemed Councilor, so entrenched in their own interests, have spent the entire morning debating, leaving the atmosphere in the council chamber worse than the worst winter in Backlund..."
"So that matter still hasn't been resolved?"
Audrey stepped forward and took the Earl's arm, seemingly asking casually.
"Yes, the conservatives and reformers each have their own supporters, and both hope that the latter will ascend the throne."
Please visit [website address] to read the latest chapter! Earl Hall shook his head, "They're only concerned with their own interests, forgetting that the most important thing right now is the war... The key is to quickly elect a king to oversee the entire war..."
The father and daughter were naturally discussing the issue of succession to the throne in the Loen Royal Family.
George III had five children. Apart from his third son, Edessak, who committed suicide because of his "obsession with Demoness that caused the Great Smog Incident," all the other children were still alive and retained their right to the throne. The opportunists and powerful ministers surrounding them all wanted to gain more benefits from this, which led to endless disputes in the House of Lords.
"If that's the case, then the kingdom's situation is going to be very bad."
Audrey listened with a worried expression and began to concern herself with the front lines of the war.
"There's some good news from the front lines."
Speaking of the war, Earl Hall managed a weak smile. "According to intelligence, Intis has withdrawn its troops. Several of their legions have retreated beyond the border, greatly relieving the pressure on the front lines."
"... retreat?"
Audrey was puzzled. "Why now?"
Prior to this, Intis's army had been advancing smoothly and was about to break through several important cities in the west. With such a great victory in sight, their sudden and unannounced retreat seemed highly illogical.
The two walked and talked until they reached the living room.
"The specific reason is unclear, but it seems there are major problems within Intis." Earl Hall chose a sofa, sat down, loosened his tie and the bottom button of his shirt, and shook his head.
Audrey sat down gracefully opposite her.
Is there something wrong with Intis internally?
What could have caused the army to retreat...? Could it be that the God of Steam, considering that Loen also had followers, did not support the invasion...?
Earl Hall, watching his daughter's pensive face, suddenly smiled and said half-jokingly, "There's a rumor that it's because the great Emperor Roselle from a hundred years ago suddenly displayed his divine power, causing the army's morale to waver and the country's situation to descend into chaos... Perhaps that king has become a god or Wraith, preparing to take revenge on his old enemies..."
Upon hearing this, Audrey was startled.
Roselle!
The "Black Emperor" before George III!
If he were to return, the failures of George III and the abnormality of Intis could be explained!
But no matter how shocked Audrey was inside, she maintained a calm expression. She responded to her father's joke with an air of impeccable composure, "My dear Earl Hall, this rumor is far too outlandish..."
After chatting with her father for a while, she made an excuse to leave.
Audrey returned to her bedroom alone, locked the door, and then bowed her head in prayer. "The Fool that doesn't belong to this era..."
After reciting the Fool's Honorific Name, she presented the intelligence she had gathered, including speculation about Roselle's return.
But she soon noticed something was wrong; the strange feeling she usually had didn't appear, as if the Fool had only received her prayers but hadn't given any response.