Chapter 714 - 15: Procession (2)
"..."
Chen Lusi silently looked at Lan.
This point he could not deny.
"I am merely a fleeting illusionary form, awakened solely to draw the one who gathers the remnants into the tomb, so they may become my Spear Guard."
In Emperor Shi’s eyes, Chen Lusi’s reflection was apparent: "Reality, however, differs somewhat from my predictions; over two thousand years... passed in a flash.
But regardless, the remnants within you remain remnants, and a part of them, which I have guided into the tomb, is rejoicing.
You will still influence the Qin Stream, perhaps even replace it.
Therefore, I should, at this moment, cut you down and drag you into the tomb."
"...Don’t do it!"
Upon hearing Emperor Shi’s words... several women immediately grew anxious.
Tang Language leaped out from behind Chen Lusi: "Chen Lusi would never!"
Gently pulling Tang Language and Lin Ying behind him, Chen Lusi hesitated for a moment, then asked: "...What does it mean for me to be the mainstay?"
"The so-called remnants are merely the collective souls of the Six Kingdoms’ dead, their collective will."
Emperor Shi looked at Chen Lusi, calmly saying: "Though they can be swayed by the people of the Six Kingdoms, it’s very limited; they maintain independence, mostly acting by the rules.
They’ve derived reincarnation, the Celestial God, Earth Deity, and Human Ghost from the imaginations of the Six Kingdoms’ people.
They are each plot of land, centuries of memory, emotion, culture, and common customs combined.
They are the highest ’protective will’.
But now the remnants within you are no longer mere will; they have been endowed with humanity.
The Celestial God, Earth Deity, and Human Ghost, were all created by you; it even willingly obeys the nation."
"..."
Chen Lusi once again bowed his head to look at the young girl.
But Lan did not raise her head, her high ponytail held tight as she stared stubbornly at Emperor Shi.
"I do not know what It has experienced; in the over two thousand years, did those successor dynasties ever discover It, but It is no longer pure."
Emperor Shi continued: "All that remains is the instinct cut off from the Qin Stream, merely creating the three deities: Celestial God, Earth Deity, and Human Ghost."
"Then you should feel reassured."
Si Yujie looked worriedly at Chen Lusi: "Isn’t this what you wanted to see?"
"For me, it’s just about what must or mustn’t be done."
Holding Tai’e and the Jade Seal, Emperor Shi calmly said: "Since the threat exists, it should be eradicated, whether it’s the Xiongnu Alien Race or the remnants."
"..."
Si Yujie looked at the matter-of-fact Emperor, her breath held.
She pressed her glossy red lips... ready to activate her Authority Ability at any moment.
Chen Lusi was instead the calmest among them: "Then why the parade?"
"The Divine Land is ultimately unified, I want to see that scene."
Emperor Shi turned his gaze towards the door again, saying: "The Kingfisher has shown me many scenes, many from the Late Qin period, but more from your current era, and you are a part of it.
I am curious, so I must see for myself why this era makes you want to protect it, and whether your oath is genuine.
Do you wish to protect all your loved ones, to be a Guardian God?
Therefore, is the era you guard worthy of me giving up what must be done?"
"..."
This time.
Lin Ying, Si Yujie, and Tang Language all looked not at Emperor Shi, but at Chen Lusi.
Chen Lusi was slightly startled, seemingly unexpected.
The oath he made upon stepping into Zhan Kan, the other party actually knew about it...
He thought carefully for a moment.
He did not respond to the women’s gazes but remained silent for a moment before replying: "This era will not disappoint you... but please do not depart with the Qin Army, as it would cause chaos.
Additionally, if you truly wish to parade, could we arrange it?
The current era is vastly changed from the Qin Dynasty..."
"I am unwilling."
The Emperor replied calmly, then directly lifted Tai’e, tossing it lightly towards Chen Lusi.
Chen Lusi instinctively reached to catch it.
"Tai’e, my companion sword, a former state treasure of the Chu Kingdom, Sword of the Way of Power."
As he spoke, the Emperor turned: "In the future, the sword that cuts you, pardons you, is all Tai’e, seek me with Tai’e too."
"Wait."
Chen Lusi was slightly dazed, instinctively wanting to say more.
But Emperor Shi gave him no chance, nor did he for Si Yujie.
In an instant, the few disappeared from the original spot.
Emperor Shi then turned his gaze towards the vast Qin Army.
And noticing his gaze, the ever-silent, statuesque Qin Army suddenly moved.
They faced Emperor Shi, directly kneeling on one knee, performing the most respectful salute.
"Over two thousand years, time passed like a blink of an eye."
"After more than two thousand years... I once again roam the world in an illusionary form of my body."
After announcing to the Qin Army below, Emperor Shi calmly turned around.
Bang—
As he turned.
...the hall doors suddenly closed.
...
At the same time.
Chen Lusi and the others suddenly found themselves outside the very edge of the palace.
All that had just happened felt like a dream.
However...
Chen Lusi lowered his head, looking at the Tai’e Sword in his right hand.
The existence of this sword proved it.
Everything that had just occurred... was no dream at all.
"Chen Lusi!?"
At this moment.
Xia Panqiu’s voice rang out.
Chen Lusi came back to his senses, looking at the petite girl rushing towards him.
"Are you alright?"
Xia Panqiu arrived in front of Chen Lusi, looking him over.
Chen Lusi shook his head.
Xia Panqiu let out a sigh of relief, finally shifting her gaze from him, looking at Si Yujie and the others.
But Si Yujie and the others, at this moment, had no time for Xia Panqiu.