The Seventh Base - Chapter 1386 - 139: Pressure
Chapter 1386: Chapter 139: Pressure
The worst has happened. The Mystic God has indeed arrived at the Emperor Star. Not only that, but he has fused with Lin Qinghe and now completely dominates the Emperor Star.
This is clearly bad news for the O’Brian Planet, as the other side’s strength has achieved a significant leap.
According to the news from the Emperor Star, Lin Qinghe has completely controlled the Destroyer of the Odyssey Star Domain Alliance, the Holy Emperor Tyrin of Saint Tiya Star, and other Destroyers. Although the major forces had formed alliances before, each harbored their own ulterior motives. However, everything is different now, as they have become a unified force.
Lin Qinghe has completed his domination.
Additionally, because of the fusion between Lin Qinghe and the Mystic God, the opponent’s strength has also evolved to a new height. From any perspective, this is extremely disadvantageous for the O’Brian Planet.
If the other side were to launch an all-out final battle now, they would undoubtedly lose.
On the O’Brian Planet, Xu Mo and the others were together.
“Lin Qinghe has now completed his fusion with the Mystic God. With the Mystic God’s ability, he will continue to evolve the Emperor Star, and by then, it will no longer be the O’Brian Planet of old,” Gaia said, noting that the foundation of the Emperor Star far exceeds that of the O’Brian Planet.
Moreover, the other side now controls not only the Emperor Star but also top-tier planets like the Odyssey Star Domain and Saint Tiya Star. The Mystic God, as a Super Intelligence, can integrate the technology of the major planets, bringing another leap forward for them all.
That means their opponent has suddenly become even more terrifying, both in terms of technological and personal strength.
At this moment, news arrived, and Gaia showed a strange expression as she turned to Xu Mo and said, “Xu Mo, the Pope has arrived at the O’Brian Planet.”
“The Pope?”
Xu Mo showed a strange expression.
“Yes, in space outside the O’Brian Planet, inviting you for a meeting,” Gaia said, which made Xu Mo look puzzled and ask, “Did he come alone?”
“He came alone,” Gaia nodded, “But the Pope should be quite powerful, be careful of any deceit.”
“I’ll talk to him,” Xu Mo said as he left.
Some time later, in space outside the O’Brian Planet, a starship flew into space to meet with another starship. The two starships connected their signals; this was Xu Mo’s first official meeting with the Pope.
“Shall we talk outside?” the Pope asked.
“Okay,” Xu Mo nodded. Then both walked out of their starships into space, meeting between the two ships. They simultaneously released their spiritual power, enveloping the space in this domain so that they could communicate in space.
“Your Holiness, did you find me for something?” Xu Mo asked, his tone somewhat indifferent.
“Xu Mo, I know you have always been very resistant to the existence of the Church,” the Pope said.
“It’s more than just resistance,” Xu Mo replied.
“It’s all the same,” the Pope remarked indifferently, “The news of Lin Qinghe’s fusion with the Mystic God, I’m sure you’re aware. After their combination, they can control everything in the Universe, humans, machinery, they can all be controlled, and they continue to evolve. In the known Universe, it’s difficult for anyone to stand against them.”
“And then?” Xu Mo asked.
“We join forces to launch an early decisive battle,” the Pope said. Now, only by launching an early decisive battle and using the fleet’s advantage to destroy the Emperor Star is there hope of winning.
“I don’t trust you,” Xu Mo shook his head, “Nor will I join forces with you.”
This would mean putting everyone’s fate in the Pope’s hands; Xu Mo could not agree.
“Actually, we’re the same kind of people, both fighting for peace and order in the Universe, just using different methods,” the Pope said, “In recent years, the order of major planets in the Universe has collapsed, and the Church’s existence has slowly restored order on major planets and spread the teachings of benevolence.”
“Destroy it first, then bestow; later, you move yourself to tears, thinking of it as redemption?” Xu Mo said, “The hypocrisy of the Church has never changed.”
“Hypocrisy?” The Pope laughed, “Is this not a hypocritical Universe? Those in power who rule the Universe, they speak of peace and humanity, but in reality, what are they after? In the civilization era, people appeared glamorous, each presenting an upright appearance. Were they truly kind? Have you seen real hypocrisy?”
Xu Mo looked at him, listening as the Pope continued, “I have seen it. Perhaps, I can let you see it.”
With that, the Pope’s spiritual power surged towards Xu Mo. Xu Mo frowned, but did not resist, as his spiritual power strength was such that the Pope could do nothing to him.
Soon, countless memory images flooded his mind.
The images showed a highly civilized planet, a mighty Empire, the civilization of the Imperial era.
“Bruno!”
Xu Mo perceived the memory images, as if entering the other’s life—nobility, civilization, glory, happiness, kindness characterized Bruno’s early life, followed by war, destruction, betrayal, darkness, ugliness in his later life.
A memory, a life.
A noble Prince, betrayed by his kingdom’s people, under war, those civilized humans turned cruel, greedy, foul.
“You are the only one to have seen my past,” the Pope spoke.
So, Bruno has become the Pope with countless followers today.
Xu Mo felt a bit sentimental, but it was just sentimentality. The Pope, though a pitiful person, wasn’t beyond reproach.
“So, aren’t humans hypocritical?”
“Of course, human nature is inherently evil; everyone has a Demon in their heart,” Xu Mo said.
“You think so too? It seems we share the same thoughts.”
“Humans are imperfect by nature; that’s why they need education and civilization, to use law and order to restrain human nature,” Xu Mo said. “Precisely because I’ve witnessed the darkness of the world, I yearn even more for the light.”
The Pope was taken aback, only to hear Xu Mo continue: “You incited war, countless planets were destroyed, billions of people disappeared, many were still young; should they endure this because of your misfortune? They are no less than the billions like you.”
“I sympathize with your past, but I still think you should go to Hell.” Xu Mo’s voice was cold.
The Pope looked at Xu Mo and suddenly fell silent.
Precisely because I’ve witnessed the darkness of the world, I yearn even more for the light?
“Such bold words, what darkness have you seen?” The Pope seemed unwilling to admit.
“Let me show you a memory.” Xu Mo spoke, and then many images entered the Pope’s mind, experiences from the Underworld, as well as the experiences of Mia and Elsa.
“This world doesn’t only contain your experience of darkness,” Xu Mo said.
The Pope looked at Xu Mo and said, “So, why do you fight?”
“For myself,” Xu Mo said.
“For yourself?” The Pope said, “Power?”
“Freedom,” Xu Mo said. “I desire freedom, but upon entering this world, I found myself unable to attain it. Even if I abide by order, there are always those who disrupt order, oppressing my right to enjoy freedom, so I fight for myself, and incidentally, for more people to gain freedom.”
The Pope laughed, a hearty laugh.
For himself, and incidentally for more people to gain freedom?
What he desired was constraint, a restraint on human thought, while Xu Mo was the complete opposite.
“After Lin Qinghe and the Mystic God merged, they will inevitably become mad, directly controlling Tyrin and others. Next, they will first attack the Church, then destroy you. With Lin Qinghe’s current strength, no one can stop him—not me, not you. On the level of fleets, you similarly lack an advantage.” The Pope stared at Xu Mo and said, “I’ve already ordered the Church’s fleet to completely withdraw from the Midgard Star Domain. Together, we might still have a chance.”
“I won’t cooperate with someone who might stab me in the back at any time,” Xu Mo responded.
The Pope smiled and looked at Xu Mo: “In the world of humans, there will never truly be freedom.”
With that, the Pope turned and left, returning to his Starship.
The Starship traced an arc as it departed. Xu Mo watched the Pope’s back, also returning to O’Brian Planet.
He did not engage in battle with the Pope.
Though the Church was an enemy, a stronger foe had emerged. Since the Pope could walk out of Emperor Star, perhaps he could attract the attention of those on Emperor Star and buy them some time.
The Super Base was not yet complete, but it was progressing at full speed.
When the decisive battle arrives, hopefully, the Super Base can be completed.
Months later, news came that Midgard Star had been destroyed, along with its planet and the annihilated Church foundation, countless believers in the Church perished, turning into cosmic dust.
The Pope and his fleet were missing, and believers on various planets began to doubt the existence of ’God.’ The Church’s Temple was destroyed along with Midgard.
Afterward, a major upheaval occurred in the Emperor River.
On O’Brian Planet, a grand fleet descended from the Space Base, and Xu Mo and others stood on the planet while Atlas ascended to the sky. This was the fleet retreating from the Tyr Star Domain.
Now, they were beginning to consolidate forces and concentrate resources, while evacuating as much as possible.
“They have successively advanced into the Saint Tiya Star Domain, Coriade Star Domain, Odyssey Star Domain, Asa Star Domain. Now, they are sweeping across the Emperor River. In a few years, the universe, except for ours, will fall under their control.” Gaia stood beside Xu Mo and said in a low voice, “Additionally, the Pope is still missing.”
Since Lin Qinghe and the Mystic God merged and controlled Tiya and others, a frenzied expansion began.
“The Mystic God can easily control all systems on a planet and allocate resources. Now, they can maximize the use of the entire universe’s resources,” Xu Mo said, not expecting the Mystic God to truly reach this point, entering complete madness.
“The Mystic God…” Adela Palace Master sighed. In the past, the Mystic God Temple was the Holy Land of the O’Brian Republic, respected by many; however, the acts of today’s Mystic God completely contradict the temple’s original philosophy.
“Once the Mystic God consolidates resources, they might launch that decisive battle.” Gaia said, they were racing against time.
The Mystic God is aware of the existence of Byron Star’s Super Base, so he dares not initiate the final battle lightly, instead integrating the universe’s resources to create superpower.
Source: Webnovel.com, updated by novlove.com
