After chatting with Godzilla for a while, He vanished again.
Godzilla didn't mind. As long as someone had the skill to enter his open dreamscape, they were free to come and go.
Besides, he had already accomplished his goal of whacking Aha once.
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"Um, hello." A polite, unfamiliar voice sounded in the dream that had returned to silence after Aha left.
"Huh!? I'm floating?" A soft, milky voice filled with confusion stared blankly as the ground grew farther and farther away.
Until she was level with Godzilla's head.
Looking up, her mission target was right in front of her. The feeling… wasn't great.
Especially after seeing the other party swat away the Aeon of Joy with a single tail swing, this feeling got even worse.
Though she knew the Aeon of Joy was an Aeon who loved to seek out fun and that move earlier was just for amusement, this terrifying existence who showed no regard for other Aeons was truly frightening!
'Little one, do you need something from me?'
Expressionless, Godzilla stared directly at the Memokeeper in front of him, sending his thoughts to her mind.
Her attire was simple yet elegant; a hooded robe, black stockings, a blue mask on her face.
With Godzilla's vision, he could clearly see her actual form.
Or rather, in a dream, unless he deliberately manipulated it, she would maintain her original appearance.
Memokeeper from the Garden of Recollection.
Followers of the Fuli, they were people who wandered about, seeking and collecting precious memories.
"You seem to know who I am. I can explain, it's because your dream is so unique that I could enter in this state. I have something to discuss with you, but I didn't want to wake you."
The Memokeeper lady's voice grew quieter and quieter, until in the end, it was barely audible.
"So, you know where I come from, and you probably know why I'm here. I want to collect your memories. Don't worry, this won't affect you. We just want to-"
Whoosh—
Before she could finish, the Memokeeper lady felt her vision blur. Everything around her sped past in reverse, becoming indistinct.
With a whoosh, she flew out.
"..."
Watching the Memokeeper lady being thrown out, Godzilla flicked his tail, calmly continuing his patrol through the dreamscape.
...
The brief episode involving the Garden of Recollection went unnoticed by anyone else.
However, wave after wave of people kept arriving at Jarilo.
All employees sent by the IPC, accelerating the construction of a new era for Jarilo.
"Why do I feel like they're more motivated than I am?" Seele looked at the energetic company staff, somewhat confused.
'Wasn't Jarilo her home? Why were these people working so hard?'
As the current direct liaison between the IPC and Jarilo, Burn, the IPC staff head explained,"Many IPC staff are full of hope for the future and want to achieve personal value through their own efforts. Being entrusted with important tasks by the IPC naturally fuels their passion."
To put it plainly... the IPC felt that Jarilo's construction was progressing too slowly, so they directly dispatched capable, long-standing employees eager to stand out.
To translate even more bluntly...
"We're on good terms, right? Can you help introduce us to Lord Godzilla?"
This was one of the IPC's competitive advantages over other forces.
We built our relationship with Godzilla early on, how can you still compete with us?
All the other forces, turn left at the exit.
On this point, the IPC factions were united.
Though there were frequent internal struggles, they never sabotaged anything beneficial to the IPC.
If someone ever truly did something detrimental to mutual interests, all factions would agree:Exile.
"Alright, I don't really get it, as long as it works."
After a brainstorm, Seele gave up thinking altogether.
These things were better left to Bronya, Cocolia, and Natasha to handle. She'd just stay honest and quiet.
"Ahem, Miss Seele, about those giant beasts and the swarm, what do you suggest we do with them?"
Burn asked.
Currently, the IPC's transformation plan for Jarilo not only needed to avoid Godzilla, but also be careful of the hidden swarms and those strange-shaped behemoths.
By the Amber King's grace, the scholars picked up some leaves that fell off those giant beasts and roots torn off during doomsday beasts' fierce struggles,
They discovered that these monsters were trees!
Exactly the same as the ordinary ones you'd see on the road!
And it was precisely these beings that wiped out the doomsday beasts, entities considered major threats across the universe.
A mystery of the universe, unsolved.
"Just avoid them. That's Bronya's decision. Their activity range is limited. Leave that area untouched."
Seele replied casually.
Let alone their immense power, just the fact that they helped Jarilo destroy the antimatter legion without a single casualty was enough reason for Bronya to issue that order.
"Alright then." Burn shrugged, nodding in agreement while breathing a sigh of relief.
Those mad scholars from the Intelligentsia Guild actually wanted him to provide biological samples from those creatures, how was that even possible!?
Even if it was, they were heroes of Jarilo-VI!
He had no doubt that if he tried such a thing, Jarilo's natural forces would instantly treat him like a member of the antimatter legion and expel him, just like how they dealt with the antimatter legion.
No, he wasn't nearly as tough as a doomsday beast, a single insect could probably take him out.
Now that even the locals had spoken, what could a mere dispatched worker like him say?
...
Time passed, days flowed.
Zooming out, the focus comes to one of the more well known Xianzhou Ships.
The Xianzhou Zhuming.
As the highest academy in the minds of craftsmen across the star sea, countless people come here daily, hoping to learn a skill and return home in glory. In fact, many of the forging techniques spread in the universe today bear traces of Zhuming.
However, what most catches the attention of various forces is the power source of the Xianzhou Zhuming, The Flint Emperor.
"General Huaiyan's arrival is a great surprise to me indeed."
Jing Yuan, who had been early to offer congratulations at the Seat of Divine Foresight, looked at the white-bearded old man before him and couldn't help but chuckle.
"Haha, but I see you don't seem too happy to see me."
"Sharp eyes as always, general. Sigh, to be honest, the affairs of Luofu have been piling up lately. Just look at this desk full of documents—now that I finally have some free time, I intend to enjoy it properly."
"You're still the same as ever. No wonder your nickname is 'Dozing General.'" Huaiyan laughed heartily after hearing Jing Yuan's words.
After his laughter faded, Feixiao spoke up, "General Huaiyan, the martial ceremony is still in preparation. Why have you arrived so early?"
Huaiyan looked at Feixiao and replied, "Some pests are restless and pushed me to come take a look. The bumpy journey really wore me out."
"General Huaiyan, you're as strong as ever. How could a short journey tire you? I bet something else is troubling you again," Jing Yuan smiled.
"You're as sharp as ever. Aiya, my granddaughter has been pestering me nonstop on the way. She keeps saying she didn't take part in the war. Such nonsense—children don't understand the cruelty of war. She's just quibbling."
Huaiyan shook his head slightly, looking helpless.
"Children love to play—it's only natural. And actually, General Huaiyan, you're not quite right. As far as I know, your granddaughter is also a fierce warrior, wielding a heavy sword with great prowess. It's no surprise she wants to make a name for herself. I don't recall being that impressive at her age," Feixiao chuckled softly, then asked curiously:
"By the way, didn't she come along?"
"She? She didn't want to sit with us and only talk official matters. She wanted to see the Luofu's swordsmen, so she went off on her own. Hopefully, she won't stir up any trouble."
Thinking of his lively granddaughter, Huaiyan couldn't help but show a helpless smile.
He only hoped the girl would be more restrained—Luofu, having just emerged from war, was still full of powerful individuals roaming about.
"Speaking of which, what about that great hero who defeated the Scorching Flare? Could I possibly meet him?"
"I'm afraid I can't grant General Huaiyan's wish—at least not now," Jing Yuan shook his head.
"Godzilla comes and goes like the wind, and has the ability to traverse space. Whether he's in Luofu depends on his mood that day."
"Oh? Sounds like a very free spirit," Huaiyan's eyes lit up.
Spatial travel isn't too rare in the universe.
Among the Stellaron Hunters, Silver Wolf possesses a talent for Aether Editing, capable of performing all kinds of miraculous feats in reality. But a teleportation from Jarilo-VI to the Xianzhou Luofu? That's no ordinary skill.
How he bypassed all the interference, and how he accurately linked to Luofu while avoiding its external defenses—this journey is indeed worthwhile.
"I'm rather curious. Why did Godzilla lend a hand to Luofu? Did you make an alliance with him?"
Huaiyan looked curiously at Jing Yuan.
Hearing this topic, Jing Yuan looked a bit awkward. If he had to explain, then…
"General Huaiyan, do you still remember the content I reported involving the Astral Express?"
"Oh yes, I remember."
"One of their members is Godzilla's younger sister."
"Oh… huh?"
Jing Yuan explained about Godzilla being summoned by Stelle.
"That girl sure is lucky—makes one envious," Huaiyan chuckled.
...
"So this is Luofu? Doesn't look as impressive as they say."
"Yunli, don't be rude."
"I didn't say anything... alright."
With her cheeks puffed up, Yunli reluctantly responded.
Lingsha smiled helplessly, "Luofu has just come out of war—there are still lingering tensions. If your words reach the ears of some agitated folks, it might cause conflict. You don't want General Huaiyan to scold you when we return, do you?"
She wore an elegant embroidered dress with intricate patterns and crimson gradient stockings on her legs, radiating gentle authority.
Like a beauty stepping out from a painting.
"...Grandpa wouldn't have the heart to scold me," Yunli muttered with confidence.
Though she said that, she still refrained from making careless remarks.
"The Alchemy Commission—we've arrived."
As Lingsha's words fell, the scenery opened up with the sound of footsteps echoing in the corridor.
Vidyadhara Tribe members could be seen everywhere.
"The Alchemy Commission of Luofu seems closely tied to the Vidyadhara Tribe."
Seeing the Vidyadhara Tribe members coming and going, Lingsha commented mildly.
You could say that Luofu's Alchemy Commission is co-governed by the Xianzhou and the Vidyadhara Tribe.
Besides that...
"Ambrosial Arbor…" Gazing at the towering giant tree, Lingsha became a bit lost in thought. Unlike when it was just scorched by Godzilla, Ambrosial Arbor has now gradually recovered under his nourishment. At least it no longer looks as barren as before.
This is one of the key reasons Lingsha came to Luofu to serve as Head of the Alchemy Commission.
The Alchemy Commission of Luofu had become so corrupt—it was truly unbearable to witness.
"Speaking of which, why did Sister Lingsha go all the way to Luofu to serve as the Alchemy Supervisor? Zhuming is obviously better."
"Heh, it's the same everywhere," Lingsha chuckled softly, her eyelids gently lowered.
"Besides..."
"Everyone! Support Lord Yanqing!"
The sudden shout broke the usual calm of the Alchemy Commission.
The stationed Cloud Knights soldiers sprang into action and rushed to the battlefield.
...
"Haah!"
With a loud shout, Yanqing cleaved a monster of Abundance in half with brute force.
Frowning slightly at the bisected abomination, Yanqing muttered to himself,
"As expected, this way of fighting still doesn't suit me. Using brute strength only highlights my weaknesses."
Ever since his swordsmanship had improved, Yanqing had been pondering how to draw and swing his sword with more efficiency.
While going through some old texts, he learned that improving often requires thinking from different angles.
He practiced flying sword techniques—a light and nimble style—but it was time to try out the heavy sword approach, even though the feeling was uncomfortable to him.
"Still, those Disciples of Medicus Sanctus really know how to make a mess."
For now, he pushed aside his internal thoughts and looked down at the chaos below. The enemy was being gradually pushed back.
Perhaps realizing they couldn't hold out any longer, the Disciples of Medicus Sanctus unleashed all the abominations they had under control. The Cloud Knights had been busy exterminating them day after day. Fortunately, these abominations couldn't flee far, and after repeated purges, only a few remained.
Taking a deep breath, Yanqing swung his sword with firm resolve!
...
"Heave-ho!"
With agile movements, she leapt between rooftops, deftly avoiding all obstacles. The barefoot girl quickly locked onto an escaping abomination.
Spinning midair, she twisted her waist and threw her heavy sword.
"Go!"
The heavy sword cleaved through the headwind, slicing toward the fleeing abomination—
Then…
"Eh?! Someone's there!"
The sudden appearance of a short figure made Yunli's eyes tremble. She was sure only the abomination was in front of her!
"Hm? An ambush?!"
Yanqing's gaze sharpened. Merging his waist and legs, he braced for the strike.
Boom!!
With a deep thud, Yanqing's body was pushed aside by the tremendous force, his hand gripping the clearly extraordinary heavy sword.
At that moment, out of the corner of his eye, he spotted the abomination trying to escape. Twisting his body and borrowing the momentum, he hurled the heavy sword with great force!
Boom!
Aooowl!
As the abomination let out its final cry, the two stood facing each other under the sun.
"Hey, was that abomination your target?"
Yanqing was the first to speak, seemingly ready to attack Yunli if she said the wrong thing.
"Uh, yeah, it was."
Yunli glanced at the heavy sword embedded in the stone and still hadn't recovered from the shock.
Didn't Grandpa say Luofu swordsmen followed the nimble path? Then what was this guy in front of her?
A new Luofu species?
...
"Grandpa! You lied to me!"
Huaiyan, who had been happily chatting, suddenly heard his granddaughter's voice. Turning his head, he saw Yunli running over with an angry pout.
"Yunli? Oh, let me introduce you two. This is my granddaughter Yunli. I've spoiled her too much, so she doesn't know proper manners yet."
"It's fine. Youth should be lively. I wish my Yanqing were as spirited as Miss Yunli."
"General!"
Just then, Yanqing and Lingsha entered, having overheard the General's comment.
"Ahem. Yunli, you haven't told Grandpa what happened. How did I lie to you?"
Huaiyan was completely puzzled.
"You said Luofu swordsmen follow the nimble and agile path!"
"Yes, that's correct."
"But he caught my sword barehanded—and even threw it back!"
Yunli pointed at Yanqing.
Hearing this, Huaiyan's eyes lit up as he looked at the obedient-looking Yanqing—nothing like his spoiled granddaughter.
"To catch Yunli's heavy sword… It seems Luofu has birthed a genius in this generation."
"Not at all, you flatter me," Yanqing replied, nodding respectfully.
"General, I was helping clear out abominations at the Alchemy Commission earlier. This young lady assisted me, and when I heard her mention Miss Lingsha had become the new Alchemy Supervisor, I brought them along."
Jing Yuan nodded slightly, not speaking to Lingsha yet but instead looked at Yanqing with great interest, making Yanqing feel uneasy.
"General…"
"Yanqing, when did you learn the skill of catching a heavy sword barehanded? I've never seen you do that before."
Realizing what the General meant, Yanqing scratched his head and replied awkwardly,
"Practice makes perfect. I've recently been training with other types of swords, trying to broaden my skills."
Could he say that Yunli's sword was nothing compared to Godzilla's tail?
On a scale of 1 to 1000, hers wouldn't even score.
He'd tried catching Godzilla's tail more than once.
Though he never succeeded, at least it trained him into good shape.