Chapter 991: Weng Falos 3.0 (Chapter 37)

Perhaps it's dead.

WeiZhuang's cold voice came from a corner of the room; he leaned against a pillar, arms crossed over his chest, and said lightly, "Even though I'm a Demigod, I'm still a mortal flesh. Given that, how could there be any principle of immortality? Who knows how many years the Fire Pursuit Journey has lasted? Decades? Hundreds of years? Or perhaps it was polluted by Heichi and killed itself in mutual slaughter."

Han Fei heard that and curled his lip, "Tsk tsk, Brother WeiZhuang, you always manage to say some terrifying things with a blank expression."

"Lord, I find the actions of the Golden Descendants a bit puzzling," Zi Nv said softly, "I observed the twelve constellations, and the totem of the Fushi Titan is dim, indicating that this fire seed has not yet been reclaimed. Since KefaLe has fallen into slumber, why not kill KefaLe first, then gradually deal with the other fire seeds?"

"The Aohema people call KefaLe the 'Seat of All Worlds', the greatest of the twelve Titans. Since we'll eventually have to kill all twelve Titans, why not act early? Let the Golden Descendants appointed by Aglaea fulfill KefaLe's divine duties."

That Sky Titan is so powerful that a single raise of its hand can annihilate a human nation; to defeat it, an even stronger Titan must act. In Zi Nv's view, the Golden Descendant inheriting the name 'Fushi' is undoubtedly the best choice.

"Miss Zi Nv, that puts me at a loss; perhaps this Sky Titan should be dealt with by Walte or Miss Ji Zi."

Han Fei leisurely poured himself a drink, then laughed, "Miss Ji Zi can summon a sky‑piercing flame at any time, perfect for defeating the Sky Titan. Since that Titan is already 'invincible under heaven', how do we guard against a 'enemy from the heavens'? When the Train Squad eventually meets at Weng Falos, dealing with it will be easy."

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Xing approached the basin's tide, and indeed a faint sound came from within.

"Daylight is silent and soundless, darkness has already taken the stage…"

"Flames rise step by step, drumbeats pour down like rain…"

"Warriors are stained with golden blood, battle robes woven into fragments…"

"Bronze becomes your splendid canopy, brass becomes my mournful resonance…"

Besides that, the tide also faintly carried voices of different Titans, but they were all incomprehensible phrases, and Xing could not grasp them at the moment.

"How about it, did you hear?" Bai E asked.

Xing blinked blankly and shook his head, "I don't understand…"

"The first time I heard a Titan's voice, I was just a child who only knew how to swing a sword, completely unaware of the meaning of life. Likewise, I still don't know why the Divine Decree chose me, but I must thank it… Had I not embarked on this journey, I would probably have become a wandering soul on the battlefield."

Bai E placed a hand on his chest, bowed solemnly and said, "Back to you two, I would like to extend a formal invitation, hoping both of you can join the Golden Descendants' camp, helping us to hunt down Nicadoli and seize the fire seed from the Titans of the 'Conflict'. If either of you still has doubts, I will do my utmost to answer them."

Xing: "How were the Golden Descendants chosen?"

Xia Die shook her head regretfully, "I'm sorry, people still haven't figured out the rules of the Divine Decree. The only plausible speculation is… it favors those trapped in extreme circumstances, granting miracles before their eyes."

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Fate/Babylonia Absolute Beast Front.

"Senior, this so‑called Divine Decree—" Ma Xiu lowered his voice slightly, "I think someone behind the scenes deliberately arranged it; the 'one' who issued the Decree is certainly not a Titan."

Fujimaru Rika nodded, her gaze still fixed on the heavens, "Hmm, you're right; the Decree's selection feels overly deliberate… But who would be the one issuing it? Could it be one of the three Envoys of Weng Falos? Such secrecy makes it hard not to link it to the 'Mysterious' destiny."

"Hey hey—! What secret conversation are you two having?"

In the distance, Ishitar stood on a toppled stone pillar, hands on hips, her long hair drifting in the evening breeze. She elongated her tone, "Weren't we supposed to go to Uruk's palace to meet that annoying fellow? Making this goddess wait so long is a grave sin, you know?"

"O‑okay! I'll be right there!" Fujimaru Rika jogged over, looked up and asked, "Miss Ishitar, may I ask you a question?"

"Speak, this goddess is in a good mood today and can answer you, but you must thank me sincerely, okay?"

Fujimaru Rika nodded and asked earnestly, "As a goddess, do you also like to convey messages to your believers through the Divine Decree?"

Ishitar blinked.

Then she leapt lightly from the stone pillar, landing before Fujimaru Rika; her hands remained on her hips, but her expression turned slightly nuanced.

"Divine Decree…" she repeated, shrugged, "…of course I'd use it! Otherwise, would you expect this goddess to run up to mortals herself, talking to each of them one by one?"

She flicked her hair and continued, "But I know what you're thinking; you want to infer Weng Falos's Decree from my habits, right? If I may say, there's nothing odd about that Decree."

"Huh? When you issue a Decree, do you also choose those 'people trapped in extreme circumstances'?"

Ishitar tilted her head, thought, then shook it, "I don't deliberately select them, but honestly—people in such times are the most likely to hear the gods' voices."

Fujimaru Rika was slightly taken aback, "Why?"

"Because of despair," Ishitar said matter‑of‑factly. "When people are desperate, they're most prone to believe in miracles and to call out the gods' names. Those who live comfortably never think of praying to a deity."

Finishing, she let a knowing smile tug at her lips, "So, Xia Die's claim that 'the Decree favors those trapped in extreme circumstances' isn't special at all. Which god isn't like that?"

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"What's your plan to hunt down Nicadoli?"

"Courage and resolve are already in place; we're just waiting for Teacher Tian An to locate Xuanfengcheng, then we'll set out. Of course, this journey is destined to be an earth‑shaking death duel… prepare yourselves mentally." Bai E told the two of them nothing but the truth.

"The road ahead is treacherous; I won't force you. But if the two of you decide to stay, I—Bai E of Aolixie—will strive to mend the rift between you and the Golden Descendants, sparing no effort."

Xia Die: "Lord Aglaea's steadfast ice may be hard to melt… but I'll do my best."

Seeing Bai E and Xia Die so candid, Dan Heng's inner resistance eased a bit, yet he ultimately decided to hand the decision over to Xing, letting her choose.

"I make the decision? Really?"

Dan Heng nodded resolutely, "In matters like this, I trust your judgment more."