Chapter 851: Consequently

In the vast Void, a gigantic five-colored nest, shaped like a funnel, sailed at an incredible speed.

Even more incredible was that, despite its massive size and high speed, it could actually adjust its posture and change direction while sailing.

When it prepared for its final adjustment, it did not notify anyone, nor did it greet the five-colored giant objects surrounding it; yet, at a certain moment, all the giant objects and the "leaders" within them received a certain signal, tightly surrounding it and following it to adjust their postures with an ineffable tacit understanding.

It only needed to adjust by a very small angle.

Because its prey was right before its eyes; measured by the scale of the Void, this distance could be considered a stone's throw away. It only needed a slight adjustment, like an arrow shot from a drawn bow, to pierce the prey. The arrow would grow a bloody maw to devour the prey's flesh and blood. As for those giant objects surrounding it, they were all vassals, and they would also open their own "little mouths" to enjoy a happy meal along with the "Great Mother," just as they had done countless times before.

Deflecting, one degree, two degrees...

At this moment, a white light lit up in the distance.

In the pale, gray Void, at this distance, the entire world lighting up should have been very eye-catching, and the massive nest should have easily noticed it.

However... it seemed it did not notice.

Ten degrees... twenty degrees...

It was still deflecting, moving while deflecting, having almost traced an angle in the Void.

Unknowingly, the world that had originally been in front of it was now to its side, and it was still deflecting.

Where was it going to deflect to?

Turning back?

Its behavior became obviously strange, but those five-colored monsters following beside it did not raise any questions; instead, they coordinated with it as tacitly as ever. Perhaps they were not accustomed to questioning the Great Mother... or perhaps they did not feel anything was wrong.

Finally...

It stopped.

It had deflected more than ninety degrees, almost forming an obtuse angle.

The reason it stopped was because it had discovered prey.

Such fragrant, such fragrant prey!

Starting from here, starting from now, crossing the Void, it would only take twenty years of sailing.

Twenty years... for these Void lifeforms, wasn't that just a fleeting moment?

Starting from now, depart!

The massive funnel, the powerful nest, carrying its greedy children, depart!

——

"It... left?"

"It actually left! We are saved!"

The shadow in the Void clearly turned around in the field of vision of the powerhouses and headed into the depths of the Void; only then did the myriad Sword Immortals and saints surrounding the world awaken as if from a dream, looking at each other in dismay.

Immediately following that was excitement and cheering!

"Our luck is too good! Although I don't know what happened, the powerful enemy left on its own; it really is Heaven's blessing!"

"The gods' blessing! This is the gods' blessing! You earth-savages still refuse to believe in the gods!"

"Although I don't know what's going on, it definitely isn't a god; how could your gods possibly protect us!"

"Ignorant earth-savages!"

"Tianmo!"

"You seek death!"

Amidst various forms of Chaos, those strongest ones all remained silent.

Qian Jian lowered his head, his face showing a daze, as well as contemplation; Hao Tian beside him was much the same, only with more daze.

"This must be your strategy, right?" Hao Tian lowered his head, and after a long while, he looked up and said to Qian Jian, "Although you probably didn't tell me the details, I remember you had a grand plan. But for the sake of secrecy, you actually used special means to cover up the entire plan, leaving us all in the dark, and even having our memories dug out afterward. Was it necessary to go to such lengths?"

Qian Jian had wanted to go along with his words and admit that it was he and the others who had done it, but in the end, he shook his head: "Actually... I don't remember the specific time or what the plan was either. There is no need to lie to you. I think this is probably the price of the plan."

Hao Tian stared at him and said: "Is that so? Everyone forgot this plan? If this is the price... this price is not that high."

Qian Jian nodded: "Indeed, it is not high. Since I made the decision back then, this price is acceptable. Looking at it now, isn't the result very good?"

Hao Tian said: "The plan was very successful... Congratulations to you."

Qian Jian said: "Congratulations to you too. Our world has been protected, and your world is the same; it seems this is the result of our concerted cooperation, so we can both congratulate ourselves and thank ourselves." As he spoke, he frowned slightly: he seemed to feel he should thank someone else, but he really could not remember.

Compared to Qian Jian, Hao Tian had no such trouble at all, gazing at the sky: "I see a layer of white, misty Qi in the sky; it should be there to protect us, right?"

Qian Jian said: "Although I am not certain, since beneficial things are happening now, it is better to maintain the status quo. Great Priest, please ask your subordinates to remain calm and not touch that white Qi."

Hao Tian said: "I will. But even if I didn't say it, they probably wouldn't be able to see it anyway."

The two spoke a few words each and then fell silent, hearing the noisy sounds rising all around. In the distance, they saw that the Sword Immortals and the Tianmo Jishi had already begun to target each other. Although no conflict had broken out yet, that was because the powerhouses of both sides were present and still holding the line, making it inconvenient for the subordinates to act rashly. It was easy to imagine that if Qian Jian and Hao Tian were not both present, and if they did not appear to be on relatively good terms, a skirmish would likely have already broken out.

Both sides flashed some helplessness, but immediately turned to firmness. They looked at each other and could already see the other's meaning.

Qian Jian smiled: "Hao Tian, at least for today, at least in the Void, everyone should part on good terms."

Hao Tian said slowly: "Naturally. There is a way to treat guests, and we can talk about future matters in the future. Even without mentioning politeness, the enemy has not yet gone far; how foolish would it be to start a war immediately and attract attention?"

Qian Jian nodded and beckoned to the back; several Sword Saints understood and moved closer to him. Hao Tian also made a corresponding gesture. This immediately drew the attention of the Sword Immortal level present: could it be that the Sword Saints had already begun to posture, ready to have a go at each other?

Hao Tian said: "Everyone is here; if there is anything else to cooperate on, we might as well clarify it here together. It will be hard to talk things over so calmly once we go back."

Their words were straightforward, laying everything out. The brief alliance between Humans and Tianmo would not even last an hour after the external enemy disappeared before they were about to tear their faces off again. There was no help for it; the grievances between the two sides for hundreds of years had long since reached the point of irreconcilability, not to mention that the previous period of cooperation had hardly been a happy one.

Qian Jian said: "As I just said, those white mists are not to be touched. Furthermore, I think for at least three years, both sides should not engage in intense conflict."

Hao Tian pondered and said: "A three-year truce? That is fine. For the sake of the Great Ship plan, for the sake of your plan, everyone has exhausted everything, and our foundations have been emptied. It is time to recuperate and recover our vitality. Both sides should go back and relieve the pressure on the Qianxian. Whoever takes the initiative to attack, both sides will join forces to suppress them."

Over there, Zhen Jian spoke up: "Actually, there is one small request. I want to say that when you go back, do not erase our contribution to saving the world. We don't ask for active promotion, but at least do not smear us. However, this request is truly too high; if you cannot do it, we will not mention it."

Hao Tian snorted and said: "Is this a goading method? From me, to all the Lingjie divine people present today, none will erase your credit. However, since we cannot remember what credit you have, naturally we cannot promote it; this cannot be forced."

Qian Jian nodded: "That is basically it. Also, this time we have been working together to build the Huangbaijie; let this realm be reserved as a neutral zone. The things on it, including a Lifeboat and the observation platform we built, do not need to be dismantled; both sides will share them. The liaison station on the Wangtian Terrace, of course, as well."

Hao Tian understood. The neutral zone or whatever did not matter, and the equipment on it was not worth much in the final analysis, but the liaison line kept inside that led directly to the higher-ups was valuable. No matter when, keeping a channel for high-level dialogue was important; in case they reached a life-or-death moment in the future, wouldn't there be a place to call out for surrender?

Qian Jian thought of much the same. He signaled to Zhen Jian to see if Zhen Jian had anything to add. Zhen Jian said: "There are no other major matters. Let each side handle their own cleanup; don't calculate who spent more or less this time. I have one private matter: that ship, why don't we just not call it back? It's better to avoid extra trouble."

Haotian was taken aback, and the Heavens-Devouring Demons behind him were also taken aback, not expecting that it would be the Human side that remembered the matter of the ship. Haotian pondered for a moment and said, "We must discuss this matter before making a decision; it cannot be determined by the words of one person."

Behind him, a High Priest sneered, "Since you have all withdrawn from this matter, why are you still dwelling on it? The ship is now entirely ours; how we decide is our business, and it does not require your concern."

Zhen Jian laughed, "That is true. Regardless of whether it is good or harmful, it is all a matter within your realm. We shall just wait and see the result."

He placed a slight emphasis on the word "harmful," which was a reminder to those who were paying attention: sending that Evil God away was a good thing, and if it were to be brought back, it would not be the Human World that suffered first.

Haotian understood his meaning. He had lost all memories related to Changle, yet the one related to this Evil God affair was Tang Zhao, a fake Changle. Thus, he could not recall Changle's name or that disguised face, yet he remembered the process and outcome of the events clearly. He also knew that the Evil God was indeed a source of disaster, but this matter was of such great consequence—even without mentioning the forces supporting the Evil God, just consider how wide the involvement of the young people on the ship was? With the top young people of every major clan on board, how could they allow them not to be called back?

Of course, whether they could actually be called back was another matter.

Haotian turned these thoughts over in his mind and finally said, "This three-year truce period can actually be utilized; exchanges are always beneficial. We can organize some activities to let both sides increase their understanding. Even if we turn against each other again later, we will at least know what the other side wants."

Both sides spoke of some minor matters, and finally parted ways.

Qian Jian signaled for everyone to return. At this moment, Xun Jian paused and looked back.

Zhen Jian Ask, "What is it?"

Xun Jian turned his head back and said, "It is nothing. Actually, I still want to know what I have forgotten. I just feel empty. But one cannot force it; let us go."

Thus, everyone departed.