Chapter 440 Countdown to Civilization
The exaggerated reactions of Teacher Liang and Teacher Duan made Li Qian understand that this "virtual beast" was definitely not simple.
But this is normal, after all, this thing is probably the real cause of the demise of that Rong tribe.
So he did not hesitate and directly spoke out the information he knew, "Teacher Liang, enter through the dimensional crack in the ground. There are also ruins of the Rong people inside."
"Inside the ruins, in the tallest stone house, this kind of monster is carved on the four walls."
"By the way, Teacher Liang, you said this monster is called a 'Void Beast'. What exactly is a 'Void Beast'?"
Teacher Liang fell into silence after listening to Li Qian's words, seeming to be struggling with whether he should tell the matter.
Duan Kong sighed, looked at Teacher Liang, and said, "Tell them, this kind of thing will be made public sooner or later."
"The most important thing is, I think with the talents of Li Qian and these two little girls, it might not be a bad thing to know earlier."
"I believe that they also know the seriousness and will definitely not leak this matter casually."
"Well, since Director Duan has said so, I will tell you about this matter."
"However, you must promise not to reveal this matter."
Teacher Liang rubbed his head, thought for a moment, and finally agreed.
"Not many people know about this matter at this stage. The federal government and the Eight-University Alliance, including the military, are trying their best to block the news."
"If this news were to be known by ordinary people, it would definitely cause quite a disturbance."
After a pause and organizing his words, Teacher Liang continued: "Li Qian, since you have seen the Rong ruins inside the dimensional rift, I think you should also have seen some information... "
Teacher Liang looked at Li Qian with burning eyes, "What do you think was the reason for the demise of that Rong tribe?"
Although Teacher Liang has never seen that ruins, since Li Qian mentioned that she saw a mural with "virtual beasts" carved in that ruins, she roughly guessed some of the contents of the mural.
It was precisely because she had guessed part of the content of the mural that she asked this question.
Li Qian listened to the questions raised by Teacher Liang, and combined with the pictures he had seen, he slowly had part of the answer in his mind.
He opened his mouth and replied tentatively: "Could the destruction of the Rong tribe there be related to this 'Void Beast'?"
"Alas~!"
Teacher Liang let out a long sigh, and then said with a serious expression: "It's not related to the 'Void Beast', but...it's the culprit!"
As she continued to speak, she continued: "To be more precise, not only the Rong ruins inside the underground dimensional rift, but also the entire Rong civilization was destroyed because of it!"
After hearing these words, Li Qian's pupils suddenly widened, his heart was shaken, and a storm instantly arose.
At this moment, he finally understood why Teacher Liang and Teacher Duan reacted so strongly after hearing the word "Void Beast".
He continued to stare at Teacher Liang intently, waiting for her next explanation.
Why is the "virtual beast" the culprit of the collapse of the Rong civilization?
How was the "Void Beast" born, or where did it come from?
At this moment, Li Qian had all kinds of doubts in his heart, waiting for someone to answer him.
So he looked solemn and still maintained an attitude of listening.
Teacher Liang didn't keep him waiting for long. He quickly spoke again and continued to explain: "I don't know where the virtual beast comes from."
"There are two theories that are generally recognized. One is that it comes from the deepest part of the dimensional plane."
"There is a saying that virtual beasts come from the deepest part of the dimensional rift. Whenever the time is right, they will come out from the deepest place and destroy all living things they encounter."
"The second theory is that virtual beasts are born naturally. They are the result of pet beasts in the dimensional plane absorbing too much energy containing the aura of destruction."
"This view also has some supporters."
Li Qian listened to Teacher Liang's statement and accurately grasped the key information.
He asked: "Teacher Liang, according to what you just said, as long as the time is right, the virtual beast will appear. So, I wonder what this time refers to?"
Seeing how sensitive Li Qian was, Teacher Liang smiled happily.
But she soon stopped smiling and her face became serious again, "What you said is very important, and it is also the reason why Director Duan and I were so surprised."
"The rumors are, of course, based on the results of the exploration of the ruins of previous civilizations. As long as any civilization enters the final stage and is close to the day of destruction, virtual beasts will appear!"
"This..." When Li Qian heard what Teacher Liang said, his heart suddenly surged, and the seriousness on his face turned into surprise.
"There is a saying that virtual beasts are a symbol of destruction and the butcher's knife that destroys civilization. The closer to the end of civilization, the higher the frequency of virtual beasts will appear, and the stronger the virtual beasts will become."
After glancing at Li Qian, Bai Bingbing, and Irina, Teacher Liang continued: "In addition, the virtual beast has another characteristic."
"The vitality is extremely strong and it is extremely difficult to kill. If it is not dismembered or sealed directly using a formation, even if the head is cut off, it will not die and it will still have a strong fighting capacity."
After Teacher Liang explained the characteristics of virtual beasts, Duan Kong spoke. He specifically warned, "Classmate Li Qian, and you two girls, you must pay attention when you experience in the dimensional plane in the future. If you find Avoid these virtual beasts if you can, and retreat if you can. Don't fight against them unless absolutely necessary."
"Yes!" When the two women heard this, they both nodded seriously.
Li Qian thought of the implication of Duan Kong's words, and asked with a trembling voice: "Teacher Duan, do you mean that virtual beasts have appeared in our civilization?"
"Ah, this..." The two women reacted to Li Qian's reminder, and their expressions changed drastically.
"Yes, it has already appeared, even for more than ten years!" Duan Kong said in a rather complicated tone.
"More than ten years ago, the most powerful of us human beast masters went deep into the dimensional plane to explore, and discovered the existence of virtual beasts in the sixth dimensional plane."
"But fortunately, even in the sixth dimensional plane, the number of virtual beasts is extremely rare."
Listening to Teacher Duan's statement, Irina, who had been silent until now, suddenly interrupted, "But doesn't the appearance of the virtual beast mean..."
Although she didn't finish her words, her meaning was very clear.
Teacher Duan smiled and relaxed the atmosphere of the scene, "It does mean that the civilization of our world has begun to enter the countdown to destruction."
"But you don't have to worry. This is just a sign. It's still far from the real destruction."
"It's not a legend. With our lifespan, we will definitely never see that day in this life."
"According to the estimates of some archaeologists and some civilization researchers, it will take at least three thousand years." Teacher Liang also added.
When Li Qian heard this, the sense of crisis in his heart weakened a little. Of course, I still feel like there is a Sword of Damocles hanging above my head.
But he soon put this anxious mood behind him.
The sky is falling, but there is a tall man holding it up. Even if I can't sleep at night, it's just unfounded worries.
For today's plan, the most important thing is to improve one's strength as soon as possible.
This is what Li Qian thought. At this moment, Duan Kong also spoke, echoing his thoughts, "Don't think so much. The reason why your teacher Liang didn't plan to say it at the beginning is because at this stage , even if you know it, it doesn’t mean anything.”
"Such a major event that involves the destruction of civilization and the overthrow of the world is not even qualified to participate if it is not at the legendary level. Even the legendary level is just the threshold for participation."
"Legendary level..." Li Qian muttered to himself after hearing this, and then his eyes gradually became firm.
Suddenly, he thought of another thing, so he asked: "Teacher Duan, do you think the gradual fusion of the real world and the dimensional plane is a sign of destruction?"
"Yes, when the real world and the dimensional plane are completely integrated, then the real countdown will come!"
"However, our civilization also has its own unique advantages. Through the exploration of the ruins of previous civilizations, we already know the news, which gives us more time to prepare and respond to this crisis."
"Don't worry. Although the crisis is terrible, the foundation we humans have accumulated over the years is also extremely rich. It is not that simple to overthrow our human civilization."
At the end of his words, Duan Kong gave Li Qian an encouraging look, "So, for you, the most important thing at this stage is... to improve your strength as soon as possible."
"Especially you, Li Qian, you can study the evolution method of the three-legged Golden Crow. This is of great significance to humans."
"If you want to become a legendary beast master, you must have a legendary beast."
Next, Duan Kong and Teacher Liang talked about some things about virtual beasts one after another.
Finally, when night fell and the sky suddenly turned dark as if the lights were turned off, everyone returned to the camp.
Lying in the tent, Li Qian tossed and turned, but couldn't fall asleep.
Although I tried hard to persuade myself in my heart not to think too much, it was useless no matter how much I thought about it.
But when things come to a close, it is almost impossible to be truly clear and clear without having to think wildly.
The words of Teacher Duan Kong and Teacher Liang almost overturned his world view.
He had warned himself before that there was no need to worry. As long as his strength level increased, the truth of the world would gradually be revealed to him.
But when the true face of this world suddenly appeared to him, he found that he couldn't accept it.
My head was a little dizzy from the impact.
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"Li Qian, have you thought about it and are you ready to go home through the dimensional plane corresponding to Jiangnan Beast Control University?" The next day, Li Qian told Teacher Liang his thoughts, and the latter asked confirmingly.
Li Qian nodded, "I haven't been back home since I entered school. During the last freshman challenge, I was planning to go home. Later, the cult organization caused trouble in Moyuan City. Dean Fei and the others Worried that the cult would retaliate against me, he took me directly back to school.”
"This time, when I entered the dimensional rift, I accidentally discovered the dimensional space that overlaps with Jiangnan Beast Control University. I can just take this opportunity to go back."
Smiling, he continued: "Such a temporary trip, so unexpected, the cult organization will definitely not be able to find it."
At this moment, Duan Kong also spoke, "Don't worry, I will be responsible for the safety of classmate Li Qian, and there will definitely be no problem."
When Teacher Liang heard this, he wanted to curse in his heart.
The one I worry about most is you.
Our Shazhou Beast Control University finally recruited such a monster and talented student.
I'm really afraid of being abducted by you!
"I'll go with you!" Li Qian told Duan Kong and Teacher Yang what he was thinking. Before he could put it into practice, Irina interrupted abruptly.
Hearing this, Li Qian smiled helplessly, "I'm going home this time. Senior Sister Irina, what's the big deal if you follow me?"
"I'll follow you to protect your safety." Irina said seriously.
Li Qian waved his hand, "The trump cards I have are enough to ensure my safety. Besides, there is also Teacher Duan!"
"Don't worry, there will definitely be no problem with my safety!" Li Qian patted his chest and said confidently.
"I..." Beside him, Bai Bingbing hesitated to speak, but finally chose silence.
Irina wanted to leave with Li Qian and find an excuse to protect his safety, but she really couldn't find any reason at all.
Next to him, Teacher Liang shook his head helplessly when he saw this scene.
Duan Kong cast a meaningful look at Li Qian.
In the end, at Li Qian's insistence, senior Irina did not follow him.
After cleaning up briefly, he followed Duan Kong into the underground palace.
Through the dimensional cracks in the stone chamber of the underground palace, they came to the ruins of the Rong tribe.
After passing through the dimensional crack on the top floor of the stone roof, they returned to the place where they fought the Bat-winged Azure Dragon.
At this moment, the small water pool has completely disappeared.
All the water inside has been sucked up by the golden moko elephant.
When I saw it again, it looked more like a small crater made by a meteorite.
"Old Elephant, give the water back!" After coming out of the dimensional rift, Duan Kong looked at the small pothole and directly summoned the Golden Moko Elephant and gave it an order.
Seeing this, Li Qian nodded slightly.
He knew what Duan Kong's purpose was.
After all, this is the fourth dimensional plane, and all kinds of dangers are everywhere.
Such a dimensional rift, appearing so clearly here, is still very eye-catching.
If it is discovered by some extraordinary creatures or people from a cult organization, and then destroys it, it will make you want to cry without tears.
(End of chapter)