Chapter 879 - 707: Chaotic Street, Polarization
Everything else is not the most important; the most important thing is, right now, Qin An wants to know why these Pseudo-Gods have shown no hostility towards him.
Logically speaking, after the former dynasty battled with the Daqian Kingdom and was destroyed, they should hold deep and angry resentment towards the Daqian Kingdom.
Moreover, having been transformed into Pseudo-Gods due to their resentment, upon seeing people from the Daqian Kingdom arrive, they should be filled with hatred, wishing to tear him apart and turn him into a cold corpse.
This scene seems more incredible than comical, which is the reason Qin An most wants to understand.
Wang Liu paused slightly upon hearing this before speaking: "Actually, it’s simple. You should know what kind of place we are in; this is the most vigorous place in the Dragon Vein, which can suppress all resentments."
"Even if we accidentally became Pseudo-Gods, within this extremely vigorous atmosphere, the resentment in our hearts has gradually faded away."
Qin An touched his chin, thinking that Wang Liu’s explanation might be plausible.
The vigorous energy of the Dragon Vein can erase resentment. After erasing that resentment, even if they become Pseudo-Gods, their spirit continues to be extinguished.
In such an environment, with prolonged extinction, it is indeed possible for them to fully dispel the resentment in their hearts.
But is it really so?
Qin An harbors suspicion towards this explanation, but does not voice it, instead signaling Wang Liu to continue.
Wang Liu paused slightly before continuing: "With the resentment gone and time wearing on, we’ve actually come to understand many things."
"The past grievances were simply struggles over differing ideologies, with the only difference being that we lost and the Daqian Kingdom won."
"But in the end, regardless of who wins or loses, it’s merely a struggle."
He repeatedly emphasized the word "struggle," conveying an air of indifference, as if past events truly dissipated like dust.
They have long since learned to see everything clearly amidst the settling dust of history.
Qin An tapped the table directly, asking the most crucial question of this journey: "It’s rumored that the Land of Emptiness can forge the ultimate foundation; do you know how to forge it?"
Wang Liu was slightly startled upon hearing this, clearly not expecting Qin An to ask such a question.
But once he recovered, he shook his head repeatedly.
"Oh, so that’s what you were asking, but I honestly don’t know. I’m not an influential person here; otherwise, I wouldn’t have met you here."
"I don’t even know that our Land of Emptiness could forge the so-called ultimate foundation, so I truly know nothing about it."
He was incredibly candid, with his gaze unwavering, even tightly locking onto Qin An’s eyes, indicating he genuinely knew no more.
Qin An pondered for a moment and nodded: "Alright, I understand."
If just any person knew how to forge the ultimate foundation, he would suspect they were deceiving him.
Hence, it’s quite normal that Wang Liu is unaware.
After all, the ultimate foundation is not something easily found.
Wang Liu paused slightly before picking up the tea beside him. After taking a sip, he then asked: "I’ve shared what I know of this place with you; could you tell me a bit about the outside world?"
His words carried a hint of curiosity alongside strong excitement.
For people like them, confined here for too long, there’s great urgency in learning about the outside world.
Even if they’ve built a city here to live like normal people, they are ultimately prisoners suppressed in this place, and the Dragon Vein is indistinguishable from the Land of Emptiness; it’s extremely difficult for them to leave.
Therefore, to hear outsiders share news is their strongest desire.
Qin An pondered briefly and, without hesitation, recounted some circumstances of the Daqian Kingdom.
Of course, he only shared news that wouldn’t expose the Daqian Kingdom’s secrets.
For example, the current Daqian Kingdom enjoys favorable weather, the Demon Pseudo-Gods have been exterminated by the Daqian Kingdom, and even the Forbidden Area is peaceful.
As for matters concerning Heavenly Demons, he did not mention a word.
As Qin An narrated, Wang Liu’s face lit up with expectation and yearning.
As if, guided by Qin An’s narration, he painted vivid scenes in his mind.
After a long while, Wang Liu finally reflected upon it, reclining in his chair with a sigh.
"That’s really wonderful! A peaceful world—the thought that such a complex and difficult task was achieved by Emperor Xuanwu answers the aspirations of many."
Qin An raised an eyebrow: "Fulfilling aspirations? Are you sure?"
Wang Liu returned to reality with a wry smile: "You might think the former dynasty was exceedingly cruel, but to us, it was merely serving our sovereign."
"We are human too; indeed, the majority of the former dynasty’s people desired world peace. Some even sacrificed for it, preserving their integrity even while wrestling in the mire."
"Hearing such news now, it genuinely brings me much joy."
This world isn’t solely filled with vile individuals, and so too was it with the former dynasty.