In every world, there are protagonists. These protagonists become enemies who block one's path. In front of the protagonist, I am the villain.
However, in Zhao Yunhai's heart, he is the true protagonist. These so-called protagonists are merely stepping stones for him to become stronger.
Thanks to Wang Fan's reminder, Zhao Yunhai, in a rare moment, cast a divination.
"The world is round and square, with a central hub. When faced with adversity or people, divine powers manifest. The heavens and earth spin, and when one returns to the mortal realm, their obsessions run deep."
After casting the divination, Zhao Yunhai silently analyzed the hexagram.
Zhao Yunhai suddenly opened his eyes and uttered coldly, "Another reborn individual."
It seems there are quite a few reborn individuals in the apocalyptic world. But then again, death is the most common occurrence in such a setting.
Most apocalyptic novels feature rebirth because countless individuals die with deep regrets and return to change everything.
"Unleash full artillery fire. I want them to save a ruined base."
A cold glint flashed in Zhao Yunhai's eyes as he dialed Wang Fan's number on the satellite phone.
"But Young Master Yun, there are many people here. Are we really going to use artillery?"
Wang Fan instinctively felt something was amiss. If it were just dozens or hundreds, he might not care. But there were millions of people surviving here.
"Hand over your command authority to Chu Ning and let him handle it. You have Wu Chen take you to the Miracle Base to meet me."
Zhao Yunhai knew how cruel such a decision would be for a protagonist, so he directly told Wang Fan to distance himself from the unpleasantness.
"Thank you, Young Master Yun."
Wang Fan knew this was the greatest concession Zhao Yunhai could offer him, and he expressed his gratitude.
Wang Fan immediately called Chu Ning and ordered him to have his subordinates launch a full artillery bombardment, sparing no ammunition.
Chu Ning also voiced his objections. "Brother Fan, we could easily take over a relatively intact Miracle Base instead of a pile of ruins."
"This doesn't align with our interests at all."
"It's Young Master Yun's decision," Wang Fan replied slowly.
"Understood, Brother Fan. I will execute the order immediately."
Upon hearing it was Young Master Yun's command, Chu Ning made his decision decisively, hung up the phone, and proceeded to execute the order.
"This guy." Wang Fan, who was usually good-tempered when not encountering Si Jinyan, didn't feel angry at Chu Ning's actions.
"Right, the young monk Wu Chen should still be at the Heavenly Palace Base."
Wang Fan got into his car and, with a team of people, headed directly to the Heavenly Palace Base.
Upon arriving at the Heavenly Palace Base, Wang Fan didn't say a word. He grabbed Wu Chen, got into a car, and drove towards the Miracle Base.
"Amitabha, this action goes against the natural order. It will bring about karma and immense sin."
When Wu Chen heard Wang Fan mention the bombardment of the Miracle Base, he silently closed his eyes and chanted Amitabha.
"Right, little monk? I agree. What's gotten into Young Master Yun, to insist on doing this?"
Seeing that the young monk Wu Chen also agreed with him, Wang Fan spoke with even more conviction.
The young monk Wu Chen looked at Wang Fan inexplicably and shook his head.
"He's not mad. Young Master Yun must have a reason we don't know."
"Young Master Yun having Chu Ning act is to lessen your sin. Young Master Yun bears the least sin, while yours will be more significant. Chu Ning, as the one who directly issues the command, bears the greatest sin."
"You can calculate karma like this? I'm just a messenger, and I bear more sin than Young Master Yun?"
Wang Fan was dumbfounded by this statement.
"Enemies have their rightful targets, and debts have their owners. Those who directly issue commands and those who carry them out are the ones who bear the heaviest sin."
After explaining, Wu Chen comforted him, "But don't worry, this humble monk will chant scriptures to lessen your sin."
After all, chanting for one is the same as chanting for two.
Of course, this is no ordinary chanting. Only enlightened monks can perform it effectively.
Coincidentally, although the young monk is young, his Buddhist affinity is profound, and he has mastered many Buddhist teachings.
"Alright, thank you, little monk."
Wang Fan didn't stand on ceremony and readily accepted.
Frankly speaking, Wang Fan, as someone who practices divination, believed most in the concept of sin. Divination itself was an act that defied the heavens.
Zhao Yunhai waited for Wang Fan and Wu Chen at the Miracle Base and pointed in a direction, saying to them,
"The entire base is under our artillery bombardment. The shelling is intense, but in one direction, there's always a sliver of order."
"The person we're looking for is there."
In the apocalyptic world, Zhao Yunhai felt a sense of having no one to rely on. He couldn't find many subordinates who could serve as pillars of support.
The gene mutation serum must be developed as soon as possible, regardless of the cost.
Superpowers are far superior to martial arts; they operate on entirely different levels.
...
To the southeast of the Miracle Base, the majority of the Miracle Base's defensive forces were gathered.
The ruler of the Miracle Base was very intelligent and knew that dispersing their forces at this time...
"Why are you helping me?"
Lin Yi couldn't understand why Su Rou was helping him, especially when the enemy was the Heavenly Palace.
"Why help you?" Su Rou tilted her head and mused, "For myself, I suppose."
"As for offending the Heavenly Palace, I already offended them the moment I saved you."
"As for why I saved you, it's because in you, I saw hope for resisting the Heavenly Palace."
"Eight cities have already fallen, and more than half the territory is under the Heavenly Palace's rule."
"Those people being exploited by the Heavenly Palace yearn to be saved. And I believe that person will be you."
"Is it me? I'm not even sure myself." Lin Yi gave a wry smile, recalling his past struggles.
But the next moment, he was reminded of being betrayed by his good brother. The blood that had just surged in his veins instantly turned cold.
"Forget it, I can't do it." Lin Yi shook his head expressionlessly again.
Su Rou's heart leaped. Lin Yi was wavering. Although she didn't know why he was wavering, she saw a glimmer of hope.
As a woman, Su Rou was self-aware. With her personality, she couldn't become a leader.
This was one of the reasons Su Rou was so insistent on Lin Yi becoming the leader.
"Boss, Zhao Yunhai's aura has appeared."
One of Su Rou's two subordinates possessed a reconnaissance ability that allowed him to sense the aura of all beings within a certain range.
"Let's go."
Su Rou didn't want to confront Zhao Yunhai directly and decided to flee immediately.
"You all go, I'm not running."
Lin Yi refused to abandon this place. So many innocent people were here. What would happen to them if he left?
"But you're no match for Zhao Yunhai right now."
Su Rou was exasperated.
Lin Yi said stubbornly.
"I admit I'm not his match, but I won't stand by and watch him destroy the Miracle Base."
"At least... at least I have to try, right?"
As he spoke, Lin Yi displayed a bright and resolute smile.
Su Rou was stunned. Perhaps this was the difference between her and Lin Yi.
She only thought of preserving herself, while he, despite his cold words, still cared for others at heart.