Late night, White Rock District, Pandile Bar.
At the outdoor tables outside the bar, foreign customers were talking on their mobile phones. The waiter brought the third glass of beer and left quietly.
There are very few foreigners in this area, and there are even less tourists coming here now. It's so late at night, maybe this man in black has nowhere to go, right?
Thinking of this, the waiter looked inside the bar, where drunken men and women huddled together for warmth, and the stained glass windows were filled with howls and sobs. There are many people who have nowhere to go, including this man. After all, I am lucky. The bar is still there, I still have work, and I can continue to live my life.
The waiter left. Yan Qi grabbed the wine glass, drank nearly half a liter of beer in one go, and wiped his mouth. The old friend on the other end of the phone sighed: "I still want to drink."
"Why, I still have to cry to heaven and howl to earth?" Yan Qi sneered, "It's not the first time, manpower will always be exhausted."
"Master Yan is very open-minded, but I'm afraid most people are not as open-minded as you are." Old Liu said sadly, "How much has the royal capital repaired?"
"Build them enough houses to live in the whole city, and rebuild the rest yourself."
Yan Qi put down his wine glass and observed the deformed streets through the thick glass. He said in a calm tone: "People need hope to survive. People need motivation to survive. Rebuilding a home is a necessary process. A broken house is easy to paint, and the mood is gone. , it can’t be made up for.”
"You're right." Lao Liu said, "But do you know? If I were a commoner, I would like you to paint the whole house and car back. I would rather be decadent in a perfect new house for the rest of my damn life. Stand up again and fight to rebuild again. Mr. Yan, you are such an adult, you have to force people to stand up again. It’s his grandma’s fault!”
Yan Qi drained his beer, smashed the glass on the table, and laughed: "Ha! You don't think you have helped enough when you see injustice on the road? It's a pity that I am not Holy King Morton, not the Knight of Dawn, and not Mao who wants to be a hero. You idiot. If you want to worship gods, just go to Konghua Realm and stay there. You won’t be much happier than this shitty human world!"
"Yeah..." Liu Zhongwu on the other end of the phone had a complicated mood. "The old building collapsed after all, but fortunately the foundation is still there. Whether it is to eliminate the long-standing shortcomings and not to destroy it or to build it up; or whether it is going to be the end of the world and plummeting, it is their own business."
"Two foreigners have nothing to do with their free time." Yan Qi raised his hand, "Another glass of cold beer!"
The waiter brought another large glass of beer and took away the neatly stacked empty glasses on the table. Yan Qi slowly drank his beer and listened to his old friend chattering: "It's all about death... Do you think Situ Yi is really dead?"
"Is the peak of Creation so easy to kill? Not to mention 100%, 90% of them are not dead!"
Yan Qi answered resolutely, but his attitude was completely different from when talking to superpowers.
"..."
Old Liu said silently after a while: "Your Majesty did not use the power of Brahma to determine the boundaries."
"The emperor did the right thing. The Nether Dragon died and Situ Yi broke through. The two irreversible nodes were too close. No matter how hard you tried, you could only go back to the moment when he just broke through. The first person to react at that time must be Situ Play yourself...if you try it again, the ending may not be better."
"We are ultimately powerless."
"What are you still talking about now that you knew about it six years ago?"
"If you could really let go easily, how could Situ Yi be so crazy like this?" Liu Zhongwu smiled bitterly, "Don't talk about being frustrated! Let's talk about something else, that dragon has become the new sword master, and all parties will never give up. Not to mention Hezhong, I’m afraid there are many people in the kingdom who won’t agree.”
Yan Qi raised his eyebrows: "What do you think?"
Liu Zhongwu answered slowly and leisurely: "In my opinion... in order for a newcomer to ascend to power, he must convince the public. Those who support him must see the confidence worthy of support, and those who oppose him must see reasons why they dare not take action."
"That's true." Yan Qi said with a smile, "So I won't go, you guys will solve it yourself. What should be done."
"So confident?"
Yan Qi drank the last glass of beer, stood up from the table, and walked into the night. His voice carried with the night wind and drifted through the streets of the royal capital.
"I have no confidence in a person I just met. I only know that the Dawn Knight will never let a loser inherit her aura...
Wuxiang will never lose to a lucky person. "
·
In the end, those responsible for the aftermath also left, and the drama in the royal capital truly ended.
People come with their own desires and wishes, and leave with different regrets and loneliness. On and off the stage, inside and out, there seems to be no real "winner". Everyone loses more than they gain. Only the scars are truly left, engraved in the dilapidated city, engraved on people's bodies and with each other. heart.
The movement of the world will not change based on people's thoughts. The sun will still rise after the night falls, and time will pass after the miracle disappears. Soon the last month of winter has passed and spring has arrived in the kingdoms of the southern hemisphere. A new visitor stepped into the land of the royal capital with a mountaineering bag on his back, dusty and calm. He walked alone on the streets of the East District, looking at the surrounding buildings and pedestrians, and the looks in people's eyes. The look in his eyes reminded him of the last city that suffered a dragon disaster, and of his hometown.
"Another sad city." Xu Junyi lamented, "If the Glazed Dragon could really come to the world, it would not have such a tragic ending... It is human stupidity that has caused all this."
The great being in his heart chuckled and expressed a different opinion.
"Will you sing a hymn for their courage?" Xu Junyi shook his head, "Sir, forgive my ignorance, I don't understand your thoughts. If there is no hope at the end of bravery, what's the point of fighting foolishly?... I don't want to go See? After all, I can only see the current facts..."
The man looked focused as if he were talking to a close friend, but there was no one around him, like a madman who had already gone crazy. The man longing for the miracles of the gods hid in the crowd. In his backpack was the child of the netherworld who was found under the guidance of the great existence. He wanted to find his companions in the city because he knew what the coming of the gods would bring. s consequence.
Months after the kingdom's collapse, human fragility is once again on display. The chaotic situation for a long period of time prevented timely relief from the large-scale impact after the arrival of the dragon. The collapsed people went crazy under the influence of the dragon phenomenon, and the royal capital became a gathering place for dragon worshipers.
After the collapse of the royal capital, the influence of the spirit prison world disappeared, and there were no more phantoms on the island. But the Glazed Dragon is not dead, and the influence of the Konghua Realm is still there. Incidents caused by vicious mages are endless, and there are more and more accidents caused by the phenomenon of animal transformation. It can be said that there is one wave after another. The haze caused by the dragon has not yet dissipated, and new fears are spreading in the royal capital. …
But eventually, the weak and sad people will stand up when their tears dry up.
Many people died, but more people survived. The reason that made them stand up again was not only the motivation to rebuild their homes, but also the miracle that people witnessed that night. It was the giant fighting against the Netherworld Dragon, the sword light fighting fiercely against the Glazed Dragon, and the courage that belonged to mortals rushing to the battlefield like a shooting star.
The kingdom's officials have a strict explanation for the various phenomena that night that is consistent with common sense, but the people of the royal capital have another set of views in their hearts. The existence of supernatural powers has gradually become an open secret. During the agency employment period at the end of the year, people rush to sign up for knights, museums, and some unpopular official institutions. Even though the official organization, which had been severely damaged by the war, strictly abided by the standards, it also attracted a lot of fresh blood. The differences in status and family background seem to have never existed at this moment. Enthusiastic young people from all walks of life are quietly changing the ancient institution.
In the hunt for dragon worshipers and longing beasts, the civilian hunters performed well, which brought them into the sight of the higher-ups of the Knights. In order to cope with the special situation and quickly replenish the knights' combat power, the seventh knight Orianna decided to recruit neutral hunters to serve for the official. This emergency team became the prototype of the Wild Hunt, and also made Orianna Cavan become the first Seventh Knight in history to have subordinates. The hunters in black made quite a few older knights feel uncomfortable, but many people said they could accept it - it reminded them of the Dawn Knight's former entourage, and therefore felt more cordial.
At the end of the year, the long-dormant Dawn Knight finally woke up from its decline. This news greatly cheered up the people's hearts. As a result, people spontaneously held a celebration, which was the first celebration after the disaster. It not only celebrated the return of a knight, but also celebrated the people's success in surviving this difficult second half of the year.
Then, as time continued to pass, the damaged buildings were rebuilt and the damaged neighborhoods were re-planned. A year later, there are almost no traces of the disaster in Superbia. Newer and sturdier houses have been built here, but there are still traditional blue-roofed and white houses. The architects of the royal capital used excellent planning to make the two sides coexist harmoniously, indicating a new atmosphere after the disaster.
During the memorial ceremony for the first anniversary of the kingdom's collapse, a monument was erected in the inner city to commemorate those who died a year ago. At the same time, two bronze statues were completed in the newly built "Remembering Square" this year. The bronze statue refers to the memories and oral accounts of many people, trying to recreate the image of Mohu in people's minds as much as possible - the hero who stood up and fought against the evil dragon that night.
Few people mention terms such as "son of the devil" and "cursed child". Nowadays, people refer to teenagers with supernatural powers with completely different emotions, calling them "superpowers".
·
More than two years have passed.
After waking up, the Dawn Knight lost her previous power, but she still went to explore the truth, still promoted justice and pursued the truth. She would also investigate records from the period of the kingdom's collapse, like a police officer looking through the yellowed old books in a file cabinet. After waking up, she would occasionally fall into irregular slumbers, and no one knew why.
She would watch some animations in her spare time at work, occasionally try video games, and write down her thoughts. She never asked about the current status of her followers back then. When her colleagues asked curious questions, she just smiled.
The Seventh Knight gradually adapted to her new identity and power. She was overwhelmed by her daily work, and when she couldn't stand it anymore, she would secretly contact her distant boyfriend to complain. She still lives with Airandia because she knows that her old friend is not as powerful as she used to be, and she has to protect her safety.
Occasionally, she would feel that she was not so pure when she signed the document. She might be rejected by the Holy Sword now, but her colleagues would always tell her that you think too much, and that you are still the same as before.
The royal capital has returned to what it should be like as an international metropolis, with old people leaving every day...
New people come every day.
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"Dingle, ring, ring!"
At 6:30 in the morning, the sound of the alarm clock echoed in the small bedroom. A trembling hand poked out from the thin quilt and hit the alarm clock with the momentum of beating an enemy. The alarm clock made of special material deflated like rubber and bounced onto the bed again, continuing to scream happily until someone under the thin quilt got up with a head of tangled hair and pressed the hidden switch with a low face.
Alice Adar stared at the alarm clock for about ten seconds, her tone full of despair.
"I must be out of my mind to use last month's salary to buy this thing..."
She got out of bed with her hair messed up from sleep and staggered into the bathroom. A listless blue-haired girl is reflected in the mirror. The small sticker next to the mirror reads her words of encouragement: "If you do one business a week, you won't have to worry about eating and drinking. If you do two businesses a week, you will be well-off. If you do one three businesses a week, you will be prosperous!"
"One order a week hurts my back, two orders a week are life-or-death..." Alice muttered like a zombie, "Three orders a week are the walking dead...ah, damn it! Keep your spirits up!"
She patted her face hard and completed the necessary steps in the bathroom before going out. When she went out, she had transformed into the bright and agile huntress. She was wearing a hunting suit and a short arrow. She was tall, had long legs, and had a good face. She also had long blue hair reaching her waist. She turned heads when walking on the streets in the inner city of the royal capital. A sassy woman with a 90% rate.
The urban hunter's movements showed the unique chicness of an expert. She walked downstairs calmly, headed to the garage, and got into her own exclusive car to head to the Knights' headquarters. Her turnaround rate was close to 100% at this moment, and people were looking at this dashing huntress with long blue hair reaching her waist...and her 90% new second-hand bicycle.
(No matter what, I’m going to buy a car next month! At least buying a horse is better than this!
)
Alice remained calm on the surface, but screamed loudly in her heart. Fortunately, the apartment was not far from the headquarters, so she could reach her destination soon. The bicycle crossed the Memorial Square in order to take a shortcut. The sunlight shone brightly on the surface of the two bronze statues, making Alice squint her eyes.
It is said that this bronze statue was built to commemorate the heroes who stood up when the kingdom collapsed, but no matter how Alice looked at it, she felt that the designer had a lot of personal interests involved... The oversized iron can long-haired robot was simply... It came out of the Zero Island animation! Another statue of a bespectacled schoolboy looks like a newbie ninja suffering from chuunibyou. What kind of hero would dress up like this?
The old citizens passing by the bronze statue looked natural, and parents and elders often brought their children here for ideological and moral education. Miss Hunter deeply felt that she was still far from integrating into the capital, and she might still lack some local common sense.
She rode into the headquarters, parked her bicycle (the Knights' headquarters had a special bicycle shed, it was said that many knights were riding bicycles to work for a while), and first went to the canteen to check in and get a breakfast as an employee benefit. Today's meal consisted of hash browns, black pudding, fried eggs, sausages and crispy bacon. The full plate was one of the few highlights of the Kingdom's cuisine... but the drink that came with the meal was a bit untraditional.
Alice picked up the cup filled with brown drinks: "Ma'am, I've been wanting to ask this question for a long time. Why is there bubble milk tea in the historic cafeteria of our Knights headquarters?"
The cafeteria aunt said cheerfully: "In the past, the cafeteria made special menus to entertain distinguished guests. Some of the dishes were well received and became permanent residents at the suggestion of the knights."
Alice looked at the braised pork rice, fried pork liver and tangerine skin bones on the menu, and said firmly: "I guess he is an imperial guest?"
"Oh, the relevant information is confidential... but I can tell you that he is a very handsome gentleman, as dazzling as the knight Raquel!" The cafeteria lady looked like a nymphomaniac.
Alice curled her lips, quickly finished her breakfast in the cafeteria, and walked to the office of the Wild Hunting Force. The majestic headquarters building and the newly built gray building are connected by corridors on the second and third floors, making it convenient for the Seventh Knight to inspect her troops after work. There were whispers among the hunters and knights coming and going.
"Look, that's Ms. Adar, who has become famous recently..." "I heard that she can complete seven orders a week." "Isn't that scary, Iron Man?!" "Even so, she rides a bicycle to work..." "Such a noble and honest hunter is truly a role model for our generation."
What a ghost! I am saving money to buy a house! Alice roared in her heart. Don't regard poverty as a noble quality, okay, you idiots full of chivalry!
She quickly walked into the office, took out a stack of reports, and raised her hand to knock on the desk where the tasks were delivered. "Phyllis, hand in the task." "Here it comes, please wait!"
A young man about the age of a high school student hurriedly walked out from behind the counter, wearing a blue uniform of the Knights and a newsboy cap on his head. After carefully reading the report, Phyllis stamped her with the seal of "completed" and said vivaciously: "That's awesome, Miss Adar. I think you will be invited to become a regular employee in a few months."
"I don't want to be a knight!" Alice waved her hands in disgust, "It's so happy to be a hunter and have freedom. Why do you wear armor and work as a tin can for that little salary?"
"Everyone is asking for it..." Phyllis shrugged, "You think, maybe there will be a chance to work with the Star Knights."
I wish those tin cans showing my peak start were as far away from me as possible.
Alice quickly changed the subject: "No, I'll just look at the idol from a distance and get closer. Thank you. If you have any entrustments that can make money quickly, please let me recommend you."
"There is really nothing suitable for you to entrust today." Phyllis checked the entrustment list, "Maybe you can consider taking a rest today...ah!"
The young man's expression became serious: "I just received an urgent request from the Dragon Worshiper. It is an evaluation and upgrade application submitted by hunter Dawil. He was seriously injured during this mission."
"Hello, Madman Long, you'll get enough money soon." Alice rubbed her hands expectantly, "Tell me about the situation!"
Most people are worried about safety issues and dare not take orders from crazy people. Only a strong person like you can say that! Phyllis swallowed the joke and said quickly: "Two dragon worshipers are preparing to escape from the country. The few intelligences show that their destination may be..."
Phyllis' eyes moved to the bottom of the report, and she paused: "The Capital of the Sky."
"It's really crazy." Alice sighed, "I took this order, and the report was handed over to the headquarters. Now it's too late to catch up 100% of the time. I have to prepare for a business trip. Are there any free telepathic weapons?"
"The master who made the short arrows you customized before gave you a 10% discount. The workshop really has no money left." Phyllis begged for mercy, turned around and found a pair of shining silver handcuffs, "Here are the alloys that the workshop tried to make. You need a 30% discount on handcuffs.”
Alice wanted to refuse, but then she thought about the scheming of those dragon worshipers who might need to be caught alive, so she stretched out her hand and said, "I bought it! Arrange the itinerary quickly, sister, I'm leaving."
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"Okay, okay, please leave it to me. I really envy Miss Adar for being able to go on a mission to the Sky Capital~"
Phyllis delivered the goods and worked at the same time, multitasking while still chatting casually. Alice rolled her eyes: "What's there to envy? The worst city in the world! Think about it, five million people with superpowers are crowded into one city. The manifestation method makes it possible to lose a layer of skin if you are not careful. .”
"Even so, I still long for that city." Phyllis said sincerely.
"Huh? Why?"
"Because the two people I admire most in my life are superpowers."
Phyllis completed the formalities and handed back the documents. He looked outside the door, as if looking at a place far, far away, as if looking at memories from a few years ago.
"I think their city must be a very nice place!"
Alice was stunned when she heard this and looked back at the sky outside the door.
The sky is blue and cloudless today. It is a good weather for going out. The mood of the people in the sky naturally relaxed, which made her travel mentality that had been buried for a long time due to the mission have a rare little jump.
"The capital of the sky..." Alice said to herself, "Maybe it's a trip worth looking forward to."
The hunter walked out of the Knights headquarters in a happy mood and started a new task.
In 5 hours and 32 minutes, Alice Adar, who is tracking the dragon worshipers, will arrive in the Sky Capital.
In 12 hours and 15 minutes, Alice will meet a bespectacled superpower in the Thorn Area.
After 12 hours and 25 minutes, Alice will decide to temporarily act with him...
Thus, the gears of fate began to turn again, and a new story began.
It's still about the past, it's still about the dragon, but the stage is no longer a theater in the fog, and the protagonist is no longer a sly figure in black...
That will be another story about superpowers and impermanent magicians.
(End of Volume 0)
