Chapter 241

But he believed that as long as he harbored dreams and moved forward bravely, he would definitely be able to reach the end and realize his dream.

"I will prove everything with my actions."

Zhou Xuan swore silently in his heart, "I will let the dream shine into reality!"

Night fell, the starry sky of the New Homeland was dazzling, and the dots of stars seemed to be telling endless secrets.

Zhou Xuan stood alone on the stargazing platform, gazing at this vast universe, but complex emotions surged in his heart.

"My dream... can it really be realized?"

He muttered to himself, his voice appearing exceptionally clear in the silent night sky.

Ever since the last speech encountered mockery and questioning, Zhou Xuan began to constantly reflect on his dream.

He understood that this dream was not just his personal pursuit, but the future and hope of the entire New Homeland.

However, reality stood before him like mountains, making him feel incomparable pressure and confusion.

Just then, Xing Luo came to his side quietly.

She saw Zhou Xuan's weariness and worry, and gently placed her hand on his shoulder: "Xuan, what are you thinking about?"

Zhou Xuan turned his head, looking at Xing Luo's gentle eyes, and a warm current surged in his heart.

But he still couldn't help but sigh: "I am thinking... is my dream too idealistic? Can we really realize it?"

Xing Luo shook her head gently upon hearing this:

"Xuan, your dream is not idealistic. It is the hope and future of all of us. As long as you persist, I believe we will definitely be able to realize it."

However, despite Xing Luo's words being full of encouragement and support, Zhou Xuan's inner heart was still filled with self-doubt.

He understood that this dream required huge effort and sacrifice, and was full of unknowns and variables.

He did not know if he could withstand such pressure and challenges.

Just then, Dr. Truth and Lord Fu Xuan walked over.

They had just finished their inspection work of the technology academy and the guard team, and came to the stargazing platform with full weariness and a sense of achievement.

"Leader Zhou Xuan, you really are here."

Dr. Truth said with a smile, "We have some good news to tell you."

Zhou Xuan looked up, looking at their expectant eyes, and a hint of curiosity surged in his heart: "What good news?"

Dr. Truth took a report from his bosom and handed it to Zhou Xuan: "This is the recent research result of our technology academy.

We have successfully developed a new type of energy technology, which can significantly improve energy utilization efficiency and reduce pollution emissions.

This has important significance for the sustainable development of our New Homeland."

Zhou Xuan took the report and read it carefully.

His eyes gradually became bright, and a long-lost smile also appeared on his face: "This is great! Our technology academy really did not let me down."

Lord Fu Xuan also said with a smile:

"And our guard team. After this period of strict training and actual combat drills, their combat effectiveness has been significantly improved.

Now we already possess a certain degree of defense and counterattack capability."

Zhou Xuan nodded, and the doubt in his heart lightened somewhat.

299. 【Artifacts Are Not Just Sources of Power】

He began to realize that his team had not stopped their footsteps; they had been working hard and struggling silently all along.

Their dedication and results allowed him to see the possibility and hope of realizing his dream.

However, just when Zhou Xuan was gradually regaining his confidence, a sudden crisis caused him to fall into deep self-doubt once again.

"Report, Leader!"

A guard team member ran over hurriedly, "We discovered signs of invasion by an unknown force! They are approaching us!"

Zhou Xuan felt his heart tighten upon hearing this: "What? Invasion by an unknown force? How many people? How is their strength?"

The guard team member replied: "The specific situation is not yet clear. But according to our intelligence analysis, this force is powerful and acts quickly. We must immediately take measures to prevent and respond!"

Zhou Xuan took a deep breath, trying hard to keep himself calm and composed.

He knew he could not fall or lose confidence at this time.

He had to lead the team to face this crisis together and find a way to solve it.

However, his inner self-doubt was like a sharp knife constantly cutting into his confidence.

He began to doubt whether he really had the ability to handle this crisis, and whether he really could lead the team to victory...

Night was like ink, the stars were hidden, and the tranquility of the New Homeland was torn to pieces by a sudden storm.

The Blackened, this shadow hidden in the dark, finally revealed its fangs, launching a fatal attack on Zhou Xuan and his team.

"Everyone, prepare for battle!"

Lord Fu Xuan's voice sounded in the communicator, carrying unquestionable firmness.

However, the speed of the Blackened exceeded everyone's imagination; they shuttled through the night like ghosts, instantly breaking through the defensive lines of the technology academy and the guard team.

"Leader Zhou Xuan, careful!"

A guard team member pushed Zhou Xuan away abruptly, but was pierced through by the Blackened's sharp claws himself.

Zhou Xuan steadied his figure, a flash of anger and resolve in his eyes.

He knew deeply that every second at this moment was crucial; he had to find Xing Luo and protect her from harm.

However, on the chaotic battlefield, Zhou Xuan and Xing Luo were soon separated.

He dodged the Blackened's attacks while anxiously shouting Xing Luo's name.

But the only response to him was the cold night wind and even more violent attacks.

"Xing Luo... where are you?"

Zhou Xuan's heart was filled with helplessness and fear. He had never felt the pain and despair of losing his lover so deeply.

But he knew he could not fall; he had to persist until he found Xing Luo.

At the same time, Dr. Truth and Lord Fu Xuan were also organizing a counterattack with all their might.

They utilized the weapons of the technology academy and the training results of the guard team to launch violent attacks on the Blackened.

But the strength of the Blackened far exceeded their imagination; they seemed to possess endless energy and regenerative ability, capable of recovering quickly no matter how much damage they received.

"This... how is this possible?"

Dr. Truth's voice carried a trace of trembling. He had never seen such a powerful enemy, which made him begin to doubt whether his technology could really save this world.

Lord Fu Xuan gritted her teeth and continued to command the guard team to fight.

She knew that giving up now was equivalent to death.

She had to persist until the very last moment.

Just as the battle situation fell into a stalemate, Zhou Xuan unexpectedly discovered the true purpose of the Blackened during the battle.

They were not just here for destruction and slaughter, but to control the entire Honkai World and realize their own ambitions.

This discovery caused a strong surge of anger and unwillingness in Zhou Xuan's heart.

He swore to stop the Blackened's conspiracy and protect this world he loved deeply.

However, just as he was preparing to launch a counterattack, even more desperate news arrived—Xing Luo had accidentally triggered an ancient mechanism while fleeing and had been teleported to an unknown place.

This news struck Zhou Xuan's heart like a bolt from the blue, making him almost unable to breathe.

"Xing Luo... no!"

Zhou Xuan's voice carried endless pain and self-reproach.

He realized his own incompetence and powerlessness; he could not protect his lover from harm.

This pain and self-reproach made him almost lose his reason.

But just then, a flash of resolve appeared in Zhou Xuan's eyes.

He knew he could not give up just like that. He had to find Xing Luo and rescue her.

Thus, he made a bold decision—to utilize the technology of the Disaster Empire to create a fake death to lure the Blackened into the trap.

He quickly contacted Dr. Truth and informed him of his plan.

Although Dr. Truth was surprised by Zhou Xuan's crazy idea, he chose to believe in him and helped him complete this plan.

When the Blackened saw the fake appearance of Zhou Xuan's "death," they indeed fell for it, flocking to his "corpse" to confirm his death.

However, just then, Zhou Xuan suddenly rushed out from the shadows, utilizing his superb combat skills and the technology of the Disaster Empire to launch a fatal counterattack on the Blackened.

He raged on the battlefield like an angry lion, knocking down the Blackened one by one.

However, just as Zhou Xuan was preparing to deliver a fatal blow to the last Blackened, a mysterious figure suddenly appeared before him.

This figure had a close relationship with the Blackened; it seemed capable of controlling the Blackened's actions and commanding them to fight.