Totems had always been among the oldest and most powerful creatures in China. Every Totem Beast they found would strengthen the nation.
Mo Xie knew that before long, sea levels would rise and coastlines would creep inland. The ocean would begin swallowing human territory, and an age of conflict between humanity and Sea Monsters would become the new normal.
The best way to resist the Ocean Demon Beast Empire's invasion was to find the Totem Beasts still alive in the world.
The fighting between Totem Beasts and Sea Monsters had never truly ended. The next battle had only been delayed.
The Ocean Demon Beast Empire had been healing its wounds and replenishing its depleted strength, preparing to launch another war in one decisive push.
Meanwhile, the Totem Beasts were dwindling. One after another disappeared or died, leaving their kind on the brink of extinction. Compared with the empire, they could hardly put up a fight. It was tragic.
Even so, the power of a single Totem Beast could not be underestimated. There was a reason the Totem Beasts had once been stronger than the Ocean Demon Beast Empire.
Every Totem Beast they found would give humanity a little more confidence against the Sea Monsters.
That was why Mo Xie deeply respected Jiang Shaojun. He was pursuing more than a personal interest; he was fighting for his country.
"Searching for totems is meaningful work. If I get the chance, I'd like to meet a real Totem Beast."
Mo Xie gave a soft laugh, unable to keep the admiration from his voice.
"Heh. The chance is right in front of you. There's one Totem Beast we know of that still lives in China."
Professor Shi rocked in his chair as he spoke with a smile.
"Where is it?"
"There's a great serpent