[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-worlds-apocalypse-online":3,"chapter-worlds-apocalypse-online-worlds-apocalypse-online-chapter-314":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Worlds' Apocalypse Online",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1791110,2388,"Chapter 312 - The hint of the Apocalypse","worlds-apocalypse-online-chapter-314",314,"\u003Cp>Translated by: La0o9\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Edited by: Juicetin\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Proofreader:? Arya\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Emperor was still limp on the ground, unmoving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The conference room was completely lit up and silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress appeared a bit confused, but more so angry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan stood on one side, recalling everything that happened lately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He once again recalled a certain person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Confederate’s Sea Emperor, Li Dong Yuan, just like the Fuxi Emperor, he couldn’t even take one of my attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even with the highest level of cloning technology capable of replicating someone down to even their strength, it still had a flaw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This flaw is memory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If a Professionist’s memories are messed up, their experience with using their power, including the countless battles they’ve been through will also be messed up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a Professionist, having immense strength yet not knowing how to control it would result in a lot of openings in battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And sometimes, even the smallest opening can result in death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sea Emperor…” Gu Qing Shan muttered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So the Fuxi Emperor’s scheme, whatever it is, had already reached the top brass of the Confederate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What exactly is he planning?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan contemplated, then decided that preventing the problem from occurring is still the best choice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Impartial Goddess, contact the Martial Saint, tell him your deductions. The President might be in danger, have him be on a lookout” Gu Qing Shan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Very well sir] Impartial Goddess said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sound suddenly came from outside the conference room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone is knocking at the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan and the Empress exchanged glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What is it?” the Empress raised her voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This old servant has something to report, sire” the person outside spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“His Majesty and I are currently discussing something, you can be dismissed for now, we’ll talk tomorrow” the Empress spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Understood”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound disappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But there was no sound of footsteps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The people are still standing outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They never left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress’ expression changed, couldn’t help but retreating one step back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan just released his inner sight to check.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He saw two officials standing outside the door, exchanging glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were emitting powerful energy waves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Two 5th stage Professionists!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress felt the waves from outside and spoke in a low voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She glanced at Gu Qing Shan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan nodded, confirming her thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A single 5th stage Professionist is already a rare powerhouse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Where did two 5th stage suddenly come from?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Open the door”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan point his sword downward and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress hesitated, but came up to open the door anyways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two familiar faces appeared in front of her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They are both old officials of the Empire, never cultivated a single day in their lives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But at this very moment, both of them emitted powerful Elementalist power, confirming their identities as the powerful Professionists she felt from before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two officials were also surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They didn’t think the other party would really open the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maybe there aren’t any problems after all?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan suddenly disappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He reappeared again behind one of the officials, docking him with the hilt of his sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man instantly collapsed and fell unconscious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other official reacted, raising his hand to release power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the sword had already flashed right in front of his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fast!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The official summoned forth his power to create a golden brown colored light to block in front of himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bam!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The strike suddenly turned sideways, squarely striking him in his palm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>———what, why such a soft strike?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the official was still thinking, pain came from behind his neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes darkened as he collapsed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Secret Art, [Swallow Return].\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he attacks with his sword, an identical sword strike will come from behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan stowed away his sword and pulled them both into the conference room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress quickly closed the doors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Can you identify them?” Gu Qing Shan asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“They’re both close aides of the Emperor, but they are definitely not the original them” the Empress said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked at Gu Qing Shan and explained further: “They are supposed to only be normal people”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then I won’t hold back” Gu Qing Shan nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He placed his hand on one of their foreheads.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soul Reading.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man’s head exploded right away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Failed Soul Reading!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan placed his hand on the other person’s head as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just like the Emperor, this one also became braindead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“They’re both clones” Gu Qing Shan muttered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, this time he finally managed to see a short blurry scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among a sea of white mist, the Fuxi Emperor held a golden skull in hand, walking forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first Fuxi Emperor’s skull.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“All of you shall temporarily take over the country for me” the Fuxi Emperor said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another voice asked: “What if we’re found out?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Fuxi Emperor didn’t bother to turn around and only answered: “Buy as much time as you can, it’s fine even if we’re found out, I’ve already arranged everything properly, what’s to come will soon come”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Facing such unrivalled power, the fate of humanity has already been sealed”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His tone of voice carried a hint of sorrow, but more excitement and enthusiasm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Emperor walked into the sea of mist and gradually disappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The memory ended here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan silently nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he only managed to get this very short memory, he had already managed to confirm 70-80% of the truth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who else knows about this?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I should probably check the royal guards as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll clean this place up a bit, please call two guards in here” Gu Qing Shan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knowing that the situation isn’t quite normal, the Empress instantly complied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She came out and quickly went back in with two guards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sword flashed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two guards were knocked unconscious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan glanced at them to see that they were only 3rd stage Professionists.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He used Soul Reading once again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, he very easily got their memories.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“These two guards are normal” Gu Qing Shan said, “the Emperor’s and the officials’ memories were very quick, very unstable”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do you think the Emperor is alive?” the Empress asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes he is, the real Emperor might be doing something else” Gu Qing Shan said vaguely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, they’ve been husband and wife for a long time, he can’t tell for sure what the Empress’ attitude would be.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress’ tone was cold: “Just now, the two of them held killing intent towards me, did you notice?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a Professionist herself, she is very sensitive to such a thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan hesitantly nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress didn’t shed a tear and spoke without changing her expression: “If that is what he arranged, then the last bit of feelings I have left for him should also be broken off”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Very decisive and very wise, let’s get out of here now” Gu Qing Shan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress was a bit surprised, but quickly understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>——who knows how many accomplices these people have?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two random scouts sent out were already 5th stage Professionist, who knows what their true strength would be like.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they were about to leave, a banging sound came.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone was knocking on the door again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What is it?” the Empress asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What is it?” the Empress raised her voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We have something to report, sire” the person outside spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the sound of it, there were 4 people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“His Majesty and I are currently discussing something, you can be dismissed for now, we’ll talk tomorrow” the Empress spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Understood”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound disappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no sound of footsteps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The people were still standing outside, not leaving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan released his inner sight to check and found they were four 5th stage Professionists this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress looked at Gu Qing Shan and hurriedly asked: “What do we do now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan answered: “I probably can’t hold back anymore”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>——–it won’t be easy to just knock them unconscious this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Four 5th stage Professionists, even if they have no fighting experience, the sheer destruction they’re capable of causing is something to fear\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this battle has to not alert anyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If they drew even more enemies here, the situation will very quickly worsen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He can only make sure the battle ends quickly by not holding back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress confirmed: “Kill them all”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Very well”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan equipped the [Ace Assassin] title.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He signaled to the Empress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress suddenly laughed and yelled: “You still haven’t left? His Majesty orders you to quickly get in here, report what you need to and scram”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The four people at the door could only exchange glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps, everything really is ok?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Open the door” one of them whispered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another opened the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan disappeared where he stood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The black sword shadows bloomed, exploded in the middle of the 4 people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three of them died instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You—–“ one of them luckily managed to escape, roaring as he retreated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A white crescent moon appeared, followed by his voice disappearing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Intense sword qi spun around to form a hurricane that went along the palace hallway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fresh blood was blown by the wind pressure created by the sword, painting the gorgeous hallway into a blood-soaked one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Severed hands and feet littered around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan reappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He swung the Earth Sword and shook off all the blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Confirmed instant kill, spirit energy returned]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Confirmed instant kill, spirit energy returned]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Confirmed instant kill, spirit energy returned]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan’s spirit energy was full again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Stepping lightly, Gu Qing Shan quickly returned to the conference room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress looked at the scene outside and trembled for a bit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She suddenly asked: “How did such a person like you remain anonymous?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m a renowned scientist” Gu Qing Shan answered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress sighed and asked: “Will we just keep defending like this?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course not, this is too passive” Gu Qing Shan replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought for a bit, then asked: “That time when the Emperor came out to hunt on his own, where was that?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ridden Cloud Valley” the Empress answered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Qing Shan’s heart sank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then it’s confirmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Apocalypse was about to begin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I have to go there immediately to check it out” Gu Qing Shan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What about me? What about my daughter? What are we going to do when you leave?” the Empress hurriedly asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m going to contact a trustworthy partner and have him protect you. Of course, if you’re willing to pay the price, he’ll be very willing to work hard”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What kind of price?” the Empress clenched her fists and asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Money” Gu Qing Shan spat out a word.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress sighed from relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the Fuxi royal line, money is always the thing that’s worth the least.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then we have a deal” she said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I need your approval for them to fly to the palace villa” Gu Qing Shan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“As long as they have my email invitation, they won’t be stopped” the Empress nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Time is a bit tight, so I need you to put down the no-flight zone so they can land directly in front of the palace villa”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then I’ll need the master control, but once I use it, the entire palace’s defense system will be notified”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do it immediately, I’ll contact my partner” Gu Qing Shan answered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took out his Holo-Brain and contacted Zhang Ying Hao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[What is it?] Zhang Ying Hao asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I have a job for you” Gu Qing Shan replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[What job?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Protecting an important figure”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Dude, my place is a hitman firm, not a security company] Zhang Ying Hao sighed and retorted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then I have different job for you” Gu Qing Shan continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Say it]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Kill everyone that gets close to the target”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[…]\u003C\u002Fp>",1968,"2026-06-09T03:05:01.244Z",1,"novelbin.me","499cde6843e8d7fe8d938acd0454b796ee00c6bf40aabf82df73025a29187c16","worlds-apocalypse-online-chapter-315","worlds-apocalypse-online-chapter-313",1850,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fworlds-apocalypse-online-cover.jpg"]