Chen Qi: I'm just an ordinary person, without the power they have as Feranmut / Saria: I refuse to believe "To the Moon" can break through my defenses

For a moment, his gaze turned to the distance, and with a cloud of dust rising from the wilderness, all those who belatedly heard the footsteps saw the person approaching from afar.

"Silver armor, these people... are they Silvermane Knights?"

"No, they are the real Silvermane Knights." Młynar, sensing the approaching knights from afar, was completely different from these Campaign Knight clad in Silvermane Knights armor, and immediately spoke solemnly:

"They're coming! Everyone get ready. There are at least thirty of them!"

Thirty Silvermane Knights warriors were no small number; they posed a significant threat to the lives of everyone present. Even Młynar himself hadn't expected Kazimierz to be so resolute this time, deploying the real Silvermane Knights.

Could it be that they really intend to wipe them all out? These Campaign Knight... were they really sent by the Supervision Committee?

Młynar was filled with doubts, but he still raised his weapon. Everyone in the Art Troupe was on high alert, and even the Bloodborne Archon felt threatened by this large group.

Putting aside other things, the Originium Arts related to light, such as Silvermane Knights, are naturally abhorrent to these Bloodfiend. Moreover, these Silvermane Knights are extremely skilled at teamwork. If they were to actually form a battle formation, even he and Patriot would find it difficult to break through their formation.

Fortunately, he still has the Confessors to help him, so rescuing Chen Qi and the others shouldn't be a problem... As for the others, they can only pray for their own good fortune. Moreover, their deaths might actually lead Chen Qi to join the Sarkaz clan in order to seek revenge.

After all, Chen Qi, this Feranmut, is a little different from the others; he clearly prefers "humans."

Before long, the galloping Silvermane Knights arrived in front of Chen Qi and his group, raising their weapons as if they were about to launch a charge.

"Sir Chen Qi! I'm so sorry to have startled you!"

However, to everyone's surprise, one of the Knight Commander of the Silvermane Knights, stepped out from the ranks and walked straight up to Chen Qi.

The next second, the Knight Commander actually knelt down on one knee before Chen Qi, head bowed, and said in an extremely remorseful yet resolute tone:

"Sir Chen Qi! I am truly sorry! Due to our internal management negligence, these traitors who colluded with the Commercial Federation attacked you and your film crew!"

"The Grand Knight Commander has specifically ordered us, the Silvermane Knights, to rush here at breakneck speed to relieve your predicament! And to bring these traitors who colluded with the Commercial Federation to justice! Rest assured, within a week, Kazimierz will give Sir Chen Qi an explanation!"

The Silvermane Knights Knight Commander's attitude was extremely sincere, and his voice was so loud that everyone in the area could hear him. His apologetic posture also caught everyone off guard.

The Knight Commander, seemingly not receiving a response from Chen Qi, hardened his resolve, lowered his head even further, and continued to speak with a resounding voice:

"This is Kazimierz's fault! Sir Chen Qi is entitled to an explanation. If Sir Chen Qi still harbors anger, he may take his sword and behead me to vent his rage!"

"I am Silvermane Knights, a knight among knights of Kazimierz. Although these Campaign Knight merely stole Silvermane Knights's armor, as the Knight Commander, I bear an inescapable responsibility!"

"I am prepared to atone with my death, but I beg Sir Chen Qi to kill only me and spare my comrades—they still need to bring the traitor back to Kazimierz to stand trial alongside the scum of the Commercial Federation!"

Having said that, the Knight Commander actually drew his longsword from his waist and presented it to Chen Qi with both hands, displaying a strong sense of responsibility to die a heroic death.

Now that things had come to this, Chen Qi couldn't possibly kill an innocent person. He didn't take the Knight Commander's sword, but instead asked this question with a hint of curiosity:

"Knight Commander, may I ask where you came from? We haven't found any trace of you along the way."

Chen Qi's Mini-map could detect all life forms within a ten-kilometer radius, yet Chen Qi hadn't noticed these Silvermane Knights along the way, meaning they had arrived unexpectedly.

But how far must it have been to get here so quickly? It couldn't have been a journey all the way from Kazimierz, could it?

"I apologize, Sir Chen Qi, but we have a special mission and therefore cannot disclose the location of our base. However, upon receiving the Grand Knight Commander's orders, our first action was to select elite troops for a long-distance raid!"

"I can only say that we came from Victoria, specifically to protect Sir Chen Qi! We implore Sir Chen Qi to grant Kazimierz, and to us, the Silvermane Knights, a chance to redeem ourselves and prove our innocence!"

Victoria! Just from that one word, Bloodborne Archon and Zuo Le understood a deeper meaning. There was no doubt that the Supervision Committee already knew that these Campaign Knights had been coerced by the Commercial Federation to attack Chen Qi.

Otherwise, the war would have ended long ago, so how could the Silvermane Knights still be in Victoria? They must have been lying in wait there beforehand, waiting for news of Chen Qi's trip to Columbia so they could immediately come to his aid.

The Supervision Committee has far better intelligence than the Commercial Federation. They not only know the location of the attack, but have even made preparations to come and clear themselves of suspicion.

This scheme involved everyone, including Chen Qi. The Supervision Committee cooperated with the Commercial Federation's performance to solidify the fact that the Commercial Federation was plotting a rebellion, distance itself from the scheme, avoid offending Chen Qi, protect Kazimierz, and take over the Commercial Federation entirely at the same time!

"It seems that Kazimierz is about to be engulfed in bloodshed... Director Chen Qi's actions have now forced a second country to embark on a new path..."

Both Zuo Le and the Bloodborne Archon thought the same thing, feeling wary of Chen Qi's terrifying influence... Even though Chen Qi wasn't directly involved, his indirect influence had once again caused a country to experience severe turmoil.

If he had such thoughts, could he also allow other countries to be like Kazimierz and Victoria? Just thinking about it made Zuo Le feel a sense of fear, which strengthened his determination to report today's events to the Emperor of Yan.

Chapter 180: Chen Qi: I'm just an ordinary person, I don't have the power of those Feranmut.

"Then we will take these traitors back to Kazimierz. Sir Chen Qi, please rest assured! Kazimierz will give Chen Qi a perfect answer within a week."

In the end, Chen Qi let the Silvermane Knights Knight Commander take these Campaign Knight away. After all, killing them all would be pointless, so it was better to let Kazimierz handle it himself. Chen Qi didn't intend to get involved in Kazimierz's affairs.

As for whether it was to help the Supervision Committee... that was a joke. Chen Qi didn't care about the Kazimierz affair at all. Whether the Supervision Committee or the Commercial Federation was worse or worse was none of Chen Qi's business. Chen Qi could only say that at least the Supervision Committee had never intended to send anyone to kill him.

Since the Commercial Federation was the one causing the trouble, let them pay the price for their actions. Chen Qi then did the Supervision Committee a favor by not pursuing the matter further. Perhaps in the future, he could get the Supervision Committee to reveal some information about the disappearance of the Nearl Family couple, thus helping Uncle Młynar fulfill his dream.

In that case, Młynar will remember this kindness and will most likely stay with the Art Troupe. Today's events made Chen Qi realize even more that the production team still needs more high-level personnel to prepare for unforeseen circumstances.

It's not that the crew wouldn't have won this time without Młynar, but the pressure on the rest of the crew would definitely be greater. And what if it wasn't fourteen Campaign Knight, but actually fourteen Silvermane Knights? Chen Qi to plan ahead.

"We, Imperial Calendar Bureau, will accompany the Silvermane Knights to Kazimierz." After conveying the Yan Emperor's words, Zuo Le also prepared to take his leave, not forgetting to say to Chen Qi before departing:

"Imperial Calendar Bureau will act as a notary to explain this matter to the Kazimierz Supervision Committee. Chen Qi, please rest assured, I and Yan will certainly seek justice for you."

"Furthermore, Sir Chen Qi asked me to deliver the letter to Duke Wei, which I will certainly do as soon as possible."

Of course, the scrolls needed to be reviewed by the Emperor of Yan before being delivered. Zuo Le didn't mention this, since Chen Qi was sending two martial arts manuals this time, and as far as he knew, these were the first martial arts manuals he had ever seen in Yan's vast collection of martial arts books...

In other words, it is quite possible that these two martial arts manuals are techniques created by Chen Qi, this "hidden Feranmut"! Especially the "Lion's Roar Technique" technique, which Zuo Le just glimpsed Chen Qi's "true form," makes him wonder if it is Chen Qi's original creation.

This is an original martial art created by a Feranmut! To have such a profound foundation to create one's own martial art, and judging from its performance just now, its power is undeniably formidable... Could Director Chen Qi's strength be comparable to Chongyue's?

Zuo Le's mind was churning with various thoughts. He had to be thankful that Chen Qi was a rare Feranmut who was kind to "people". Zuo Le had no doubt about this. It was evident from the fact that so many people around Chen Qi were devoted to following him around. It was impossible for him to be without kindness to "people".

Even the two "Sui" from their Yan were by his side, seemingly completely subdued by him. They hadn't made a move for so long, simply focusing on their own tasks on the film set... According to Zuo Le's thinking, Feranmut should speak based on their strength, therefore Chen Qi's true strength was definitely above Nian and Xi.

This matter must be reported to His Majesty in a timely manner... Perhaps Director Chen Qi can become a great asset to their Great Yan in completely eliminating the threat of the Feranmut, and even making the Feranmut work for the Yan!

"Well then, Sir Chen Qi, I shall take my leave now. Until we meet again."

Zuo Le clasped his hands in farewell and took his leave. Imperial Calendar Bureau also left the scene with the Silvermane Knights. Soon, the scene where a battle had taken place was once again left with only Chen Qi, the crew, and Kristen and others.

The Bloodborne Archon had long since vanished without a trace, but it was clear that he shared the same thoughts as Zuo Le. News of today's events would soon reach the ears of the Sarkaz Kings. As for how their opinion of Chen Qi would change, Chen Qi had no idea.

When Chen Qi turned around again, he found that everyone in the crew behind him was looking at him with unfamiliar eyes, as if they were seeing him for the first time, and they seemed a little confused.

"... Guys, what's going on? Aren't we supposed to continue filming in Columbia?"

Chen Qi understood why, but he didn't intend to delve into the matter. Instead, he waved his hand as if nothing had happened and addressed the members of the Art Troupe:

"Alright, let's get back on the land-based ship and head to Columbia to continue filming, just like always, in preparation for our ideal retirement vacation!"

Upon hearing Chen Qi's words, Patriot, FrostNova, and the others exchanged bewildered glances, their expressions visibly shifting from blank to gentle, and then back to normal.

"Everyone, back to the land ship, prepare to continue to Columbia." Patriot was the first to put aside his questions, pretending to know nothing, and led the Shield Guard back to the land ship. FrostNova followed closely behind, smiling gently at Chen Qi as always, and said softly:

"I'll explain to my brothers and sisters, don't worry."

"Yes, I'll leave it to you, FrostNova. Also, tell Alina everything exactly as it happened; it'll put everyone at ease."

Chen Qi naturally trusted FrostNova completely. Soon, everyone in the Art Troupe returned to the land ship. At this time, Vina and Kristen, who hadn't yet come to their senses, slowly walked to Chen Qi's side.

"Teacher, what... what's going on?" Vina glanced at the composed Patriot and FrostNova, among others. She couldn't understand why Chen Qi's words had made them so easily accept what had just happened, without even asking who Chen Qi was.

"Everyone has their little secrets," Chen Qi shrugged. Fortunately, Talulah was beside Chen Qi, put away her longsword and calmly explained:

"We've been through trials and tribulations with Chen Qi long ago. We all trust Chen Qi, his judgment, his abilities, and his commitments."

"So, no matter who Chen Qi is, everyone in the Art Troupe and I are willing to believe in him. As long as he is still the same Chen Qi who led us out of the snowfield and who always had a kindness in his heart that no one else has, we will believe in him no matter what his identity is."

"... However, even so, I never expected that you, Chen Qi, would actually be--"

Talulah was still somewhat surprised, although she and everyone in the Art Troupe could more or less guess that Chen Qi was definitely not an ordinary person. From the moment he led everyone out of the snowfield as if he had foreseen the future, and from the moment he seemed to have a natural familiarity with many of them, Talulah and the others had some suspicions that Chen Qi's background might be very mysterious.

This was truly the first time Chen Qi had revealed his "true colors" to them, but for some reason, after learning that Chen Qi might be Feranmut, some of Talulah's doubts were dispelled.

"Wait a minute, then why is it that every time we're in bed you..."

"Cough cough cough cough! I haven't had that power for a long time. I'm just an ordinary person now!"

However, just as Talulah was about to bring up some explosive topics, Chen Qi quickly stopped the conversation. After an awkward cough, he secretly vowed that when they arrived in Columbia, he would use his newly enhanced physique to get his revenge in bed!

However, the key point is that Chen Qi still needs protection. His "Protection" looks powerful, but it only refreshes every fifteen minutes. He doesn't want people to think too highly of him; what if he actually gets killed?

Chen Qi then brought the topic to a close, which made Vina, Talulah, and Nian and Xi, who were not far away, suddenly realize something...

"So he's like us, Feranmut turned human?" Nian muttered to herself, but for some reason, when she heard that Chen Qi might be one of them and had made the same choice, she felt genuinely happy.

"No, it might not be just that." Xi said to Nian, "Chen Qi's true form... if that was his true form, judging from the intimidation just now, before he transformed into a human, he might not have been weaker than us in our fragmented state. He could be considered one of the more powerful Feranmut."

"In this situation, even if he were to take human form, he couldn't possibly lose all his power. The only possibility is that, like his elder brother, he relinquished his powers and walked on this land as a true human being."

"Judging from the intimidation he just displayed, his strength should be gradually recovering. However, he has never used force to subdue anyone along the way, but instead has used literature to navigate the world. He is probably someone who has become disgusted with killing, voluntarily given up power, and achieved a profound enlightenment."

But without a doubt, whoever he was before, he is now absolutely a "human". He no longer regards himself as a "god", and this mentality makes Xi feel both envious and ashamed of herself.

Because Xi knew herself, she certainly wasn't as bold as Chen Qi in willingly giving up her power to protect herself. She was terrified of death, but what was even more terrifying than death was losing herself. Giving up one's powers was easy to say, but of the twelve fragments of "Sui," only the eldest brother had done it.

Knowing Chen Qi's identity made Xi feel more affectionate towards Chen Qi, and even more respectful. In Xi's eyes, Chen Qi was like her older brother, someone she could only look up to but never reach.

"Alright, let's not continue this topic. I'd rather get to Columbia as soon as possible, and I really hope no one attacks me along the way."

Chen Qi was eager to return to the land-based ship. This crisis made him realize that he might be being watched. They could handle this crisis, but what about the next one?

We should hurry up and get to Columbia. At least no matter how chaotic Rhine Lab is, their lives shouldn't be in danger, right?

"By the way, Ms. Kristen, I previously hoped you could find some suitable actors for the filming of 'To the To the Moon,' and you said you would also play one of the main roles. Have you chosen the other actors yet?"

"--certainly."

Kristen also came to her senses from the shock of this incident. She was gradually becoming numb, used to the mental overload that always occurred when she was around Chen Qi. Now that she had calmed down, she accepted the fact with ease.

Even if one day in the future Chen Qi reveals that he can also turn Yan upside down, Kristen wouldn't be surprised... She now completely believes that Chen Qi has this ability.

"I'm currently holding auditions for some of the actors, and I think she should be arriving soon by the time we get to Rhine Lab."

Chapter 181: Saria: I refuse to believe that " To the To the Moon" can break my defenses.

Saria: "... Is that all your explanation? Kristen?"

"You sent Muelsyse to find me, deliberately spreading the news that you had gone to Victoria and disappeared without a trace, seemingly missing, to lure me back? You even seemed to have timed your return perfectly, as you also happened to return to Rhine Lab at this time."

A few days later, at the Rhine Lab headquarters, in the area that Kristen had planned in advance for Chen Qi and his group to film, Kristen and Chen Qi finally met Saria, whom they all wanted to see. However, Saria seemed very resistant to this deception, feeling that she had been tricked.

These simple words allowed Chen Qi to understand how Kristen had found Saria... When Muelsyse found Saria and, according to Kristen's orders, told Saria that she had been missing since she went to Victoria, Saria rushed back with her, only to find a smiling commander sitting in headquarters.

It's easy to imagine how angry Saria was at this moment... To be honest, Chen Qi felt that after the incident with Little Fire Dragon, Saria and Kristen parted ways, and now she was able to come back so quickly because of Kristen's matter. Her temper was really too good.

Is this really Saria? Cold on the outside but warm on the inside, even friends who have fallen out with her are willing to rush back the moment they hear that something might have happened to her.

"I'm not lying. What I had Muelsyse convey was that after I went to Victoria, I didn't return immediately, and there was a 'possibility' of something happening."

Kristen's explanation was a way of exonerating herself, but the way she did it was the one most likely to cause Saria's blood pressure to spike.

Saria ignored Kristen and glanced silently at Muelsyse, who was trembling with fear, seemingly afraid of being hit by Saria. Then she turned her gaze to Chen Qi, her expression softening slightly, and said in a rather solemn tone:

"Nice to meet you, Director Chen Qi... Perhaps I should address you as Sir Chen Qi?"

"Although I can no longer represent Rhine Lab, I am very grateful that you chose to film a Rhine Lab here... Although this place is not as good as Victoria, I think that since Kristen invited you here, she will definitely do her best to help."

"--In fact, even without making a movie, Miss Kristen seems to have achieved her goal?" Chen Qi raised an eyebrow at this, glancing at Kristen beside him, and said:

"She said she wanted to make a movie, even willing to star in it herself, just to entice you to come and talk to her, and now, Miss Saria, you've appeared."

"But right now, it's clear that we two have nothing to talk about." Kristen took the initiative to speak, knowing to some extent that when she met Saria, they would only remain silent, naturally having nothing to discuss.

"So I plan to have a proper talk with my partner after filming is finished. Maybe after she's seen the movie, she'll understand me a little better?"

"... I may not understand you, Kristen, or perhaps I never did." Saria closed her eyes and remained silent for a moment, but instead of immediately turning away, she asked, "What's the movie called?"

"-- 'To the To the Moon.' To be honest, I like this title; it matches my ideal."

Kristen also spoke the movie's name with a mixture of anticipation and joy. Although she had said that she didn't need Chen Qi to answer these questions with his "mystery," and that she would only witness it with her own eyes, she still really liked the movie's name, as it perfectly matched her ideals.

Of course, Kristen hadn't read the script yet. She trusted Chen Qi's abilities, especially since the title of the movie, " To the To the Moon," didn't seem too far off-topic to Kristen.

At that moment, Saria and Muelsyse, upon hearing this, also assumed it was a science fiction movie. Saria merely frowned slightly, while Muelsyse unconsciously spoke up:

"This sounds like a sci-fi movie. It's not about a group of scientists trying to solve the mysteries of the stars and go to the moon, and then your character, a super genius but aloof and strong-willed protagonist, appears, clashes with the second protagonist played by Saria, and then they understand each other, work things out, and finally overcome the difficulties to To the Moon together, right?"

At this point, Muelsyse couldn't help but feel a pang of unease, and almost without thinking, she said:

"This story is so cliché! It's just like all the movies I've seen that seem like sci-fi but are actually just idol dramas... Sorry."

However, after receiving a death stare from Kristen, Muelsyse silently chose to shut up.

At this moment, Kristen spoke up, saying calmly, "Muelsyse, I hope that your recent binge-watching of 'Yes, Prime Minister' has been enlightening, rather than simply teaching Bernard's 'resignation tips'."

"Because I really might fire you, Muelsyse. I think there are quite a few people at Rhine Lab who want to take your place."

"--Yes, I'm sorry, I was wrong!"