roccoschili Chapter 816 - 816: To Defeat the Enemy, First Kill Our Own MVP!
Chapter 816 - 816: To Defeat the Enemy, First Kill Our Own MVP!
After the Sun Extinction Plan failed, the world's top leaders were plunged into panic, but something even more terrifying occurred.Desertification not only posed a threat to the environment but also affected humans.
When they planned to push Mao Chen forward as a scapegoat, he collapsed into a pile of high-temperature sand on the spot at the international court.
That scene made everyone realize one thing: if they couldn't find a solution, they might also become a pile of sand one day.
"It's irresistible," a Monarch calmly said.
After the incident, Monarchs from various nations immediately held an online meeting.
Since priority was given to the top-level communication technologies, the lower levels hadn't fully recovered, but the top leaders were essentially unaffected now.
After watching the desertification incident at the international court, naturally, the next discussion was about what to do.
"If convenient, arrange someone to go to the Oasis Pyramid to discuss cooperation with them," one Monarch suggested.
The implication was to share the world, even giving the lead to the other party, as long as further harm to their world could be prevented.
"Cooperation is unlikely to be achieved," another Monarch directly refuted.
You're being optimistic, trying to cooperate with them when they have the absolute advantage — why would they share it with you?
"That's not the point. Do you remember what the visitors from the future said? Their ultimate goal is to destroy our world," a Monarch pointed out the critical issue.
They're not here to seize power or fight for dominance; they're here to kill you.
But this statement was quickly rebuffed: "Ha, how does that benefit them? Just to satisfy their destructive desire?"
"If that's the case, why would they hide inside the Oasis Pyramid?"
"Probably the future visitors exaggerated to seek more power and benefits."
Regarding Changsun Zhong, many top officials were dismissive, seeing him merely as a metahuman who thought that by mastering the Strategy Bureau through his superpower, he could control them.
"That statement is valid — remember, the Sun Extinction Plan was his proposal, and it failed so utterly; how can we trust him?"
"I think this failure is actually a success, a very successful success indeed."
"If we really destroyed the 'Sun,' it would mean there's no room for reconciliation with them."
"Now, as long as we show enough sincerity, we can make them take a step back."
Once someone stirred discontent against Changsun Zhong, others quickly joined the chorus.
The main reason was that Changsun Zhong had conflicts of interest with too many people, with many wanting to eliminate him swiftly.
In their view, sacrificing one metahuman to preserve their interests seemed like an entirely reasonable transaction.
"Makes sense, and if we can give the other party an explanation, perhaps..." someone had a different thought, since Changsun Zhong was blocking their path, eliminate him.
Though his superpower was strong, if they used Wang Linchi, wouldn't they kill two birds with one stone?
Not only stabilizing Wang Linchi but also making the troublesome guy disappear.
"No, what if they go back on their word? Our only leverage against them is the visitors from the Different World," someone supporting quickly faced opposition.
However, in comparison to the supporters, the number of opponents was insignificant, ultimately drowned in discussions on how to eliminate Changsun Zhong as a threat.
"Perhaps we should send someone to the Oasis Pyramid for a face-to-face dialogue?"
Once the idea was proposed, silence ensued — the plan was sound, but the question remained: who would go?
First, the task required an undercover visit, prepared for death.
They, of course, obtained detailed information from metahumans who had been to the Oasis Pyramid.
Ignoring other factors, just the journey from the Sea of Death to the Oasis Pyramid was something they couldn't overcome.
With the temperature of the sun, it was simply beyond their ability to resist.
Back then, entering and retreating safely was due to Changsun Zhong's dual superpower of space and time, thus making it smooth.
Swapping roles, space-series superpower was somewhat feasible, could be found, but time-series superpower was rare, and they were all incompetent.
Ultimately, expecting those few time-series metahumans to accompany them to visit Wang Linchi would probably result in immediate incineration.
Furthermore, their space-series metahumans were far inferior to Changsun Zhong in aspects of superpower, lacking in all areas, hindering their safe escort.
The idea was great, but the possibility was basically non-existent.
"Unless they come to meet us." A Monarch's remark indirectly expressed the plan's infeasibility.
"How about luring them out? I refuse to believe they are devoid of desires! Beauty, wealth, power, or fame — there'll be something he wants."
"If that doesn't work, then with threats and deceit, there's bound to be a way."
"He can't stay in hiding forever." Hearing this, someone spoke irritably.
"Quiet, we are Monarchs, not a gang." Observing the irritation, someone found it intolerable and directly chided.
Soon, amidst opinions and debates, no resolution was reached.
"If we take the visitor from the Different World as a tribute, how likely do you think we can meet the other party?" Abruptly, someone suggested.
Upon hearing this, everyone considered the feasibility of the proposal.
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"Ah this... Aren't you being a bit too ridiculous?" Wang Linchi detected the online discussion through the sand.
Learning that they intended to use Changsun Zhong as a tribute to coax his retreat left Wang Linchi a bit dumbfounded.
It was like putting a knife to their own neck, threatening Wang Linchi not to come near, or they'd kill themselves.
Oh, not even threatening Wang Linchi not to approach, but threatening self-destruction.
The discussion later concluded to cede the Sea of Death to Wang Linchi and prohibit him from leaving, alongside demands to halt desertification and restore the sun.
"In your eyes, Changsun Zhong is invaluable, offering you survival, so any demands are fitting."
"But to me, Changsun Zhong serves only for amusement, without any other value, whether dead or alive."
Wang Linchi scoffed, acknowledging the other's remarkable abilities, albeit hindered by youth and lack of Experience, with no major faults otherwise.
Regarding his Ascension Ceremony in a month, it turns out to be fake.
The Ascension Ceremony was never meant for him but for the world, to guide it to ascend into eternity.
The world is being transformed by sand, once complete, it's death, he neither has time for a one-year gamble with Changsun Zhong.
If within the month they fail to resolve it, he wins, why wait a year?
He has no time left.
So essentially, he deceived everyone, but he doesn't care, can't be forsaking money for pride.
Plus, they're all enemies, deception is justifiable, can't divulge intentions.
"Nonetheless, this group can be leveraged." Wang Linchi squinted, seeing they're offering themselves, declining an open door would be unsavory.
"If infighting occurs, won't Changsun Zhong be overwhelmed?" Wang Linchi entertained this mischievous thought.
Previously, Changsun Zhong dedicated efforts to unite everyone against Wang Linchi, yet met obstacles, achieving limited success.
Simply put, he lacked fortune, otherwise, he might have postponed Wang Linchi longer.
Victory was impossible; since transforming the world into sand, he's drawn closer to his original form, asserting more influence, like a civilization computer.
"Then let's give them a bit of hope."
"Like letting them enter the Oasis Pyramid to see me, obtaining things that motivate them." Wang Linchi understood, to gain, one must give.
Offer these high-levels a sweet taste, leading them to think they're making the right choice, rather than erring.
"But even if they recognize their mistake, afraid they'll never admit it."
"After all, emperors can't be mistaken, only ministers and circumstances can be."