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Chapter 367 - 366: Defending the Last Hope of This World (Part 2)

Chapter 367: Chapter 366: Defending the Last Hope of This World (Part 2)

International Initiators Supervision Agency (IISO).

Throwing the wailing soldier onto the ground, Fang Zheng coldly looked at them. From these people, he had already learned of their identities and intentions.

The Intestinal War.

Up until now, humanity in this world had engaged in battle with the Intestinal Creatures twice. The first war ended in humanity’s defeat, because at the time humans knew nothing about what the Intestinal Creatures were, nor did they have any means to match their formidable power and vitality. Thus, they faced a disastrous defeat and had no choice but to fall back.

In the second war, however, humans finally discovered the "Hua" metal that could inhibit the Intestinal Creatures. Using it as a weapon, humans managed to repel the second onslaught of the Intestinal Creatures, successfully defending their settlements. Furthermore, after that, they built stone monuments with the "Hua" metal at their core. These monuments could emit a magnetic field capable of destroying the Intestinal Creatures’ internals and killing them, thus preventing the Intestinal Creatures from approaching humans.

But even so, confronting the Intestinal Creatures with human power alone was still a bit too forced. Even knowing that "Hua" metal could restrain the Intestinal Creatures, their size, strength, speed, and almost everything else were superior to humans. It was not so easy for ordinary humans to contend with the Intestinal Creatures.

And not long ago, someone made a suggestion.

It was to train the "Cursed Children" to fight alongside humans against the Intestinal Creatures. The "Cursed Children" possessed physical attributes that could match or even surpass the strength of the Intestinal Creatures, allowing them to hold their own in direct confrontation. In other words, the plan was for the "Cursed Children" to take the lead in combat, with humans providing support.

Of course, the reason for doing this was that "Cursed Children" had no human rights. If ordinary children were sent into battle, there would surely be public outrage. But if it were those "Cursed Children" who are better off dead and unloved in life, the public would at least not complain, and some might even praise the idea that "that trash can finally be put to use."

These people had such thoughts naturally because they had the power to suppress these "Cursed Children."

That was...

"Inhibitors."

Looking at the blue injectable liquid in the box next to him, Fang Zheng sneered. The biggest issue with the "Cursed Children" was that as they aged, the rate of virus erosion in their bodies would increase, and once it exceeded fifty percent, these Cursed Children would turn into Intestinal Creatures. These inhibitors could help the "Cursed Children" slow down the erosion, but that was about all.

It was a revolting world.

Turning his back, Fang Zheng left the soldiers who were bawling for their fathers and mothers. Ever since he had crossed into this world, he had not had the slightest fondness for it, although the magazines had also said that the persecution of the "Cursed Children" was because most people living in the world were survivors from the Age of Plunder. They all had family who had been killed or consumed by Intestinal Creatures, which is why they harbored such hatred towards the "Cursed Children."

Well said, but... what does that have to do with the "Cursed Children"?

The Intestinal Creatures that killed your families are just outside the stone monuments. If you’re upset, why not take up arms and fight them directly? Instead, here you are bullying children who are incapable of resistance and have no will of their own, venting your own hatred.

How is that any different from being a bastard?

"Big brother..."

Seeing Fang Zheng return, the girls gathered around him. For them, everything had happened so suddenly that the children were utterly unsure of what to do.

"Anyway, let’s get out of here first. Those guys have already requested reinforcements, and they might send someone else. Things could get more complicated then," he said.

"But, but... big brother, where should we go?"

At that moment, hearing Fang Zheng’s words, Fumie Busei showed a distressed expression, and the other girls had looks of confusion on their faces. To these "Cursed Children," the sewer had been their home, albeit a filthy and unsafe one, but it was still their home. But now, these children had even lost their last refuge. And with these adults for some reason pursuing them, where could they possibly go?

No, there was still one place to go.

Thinking this, Fang Zheng looked up, gazing at the azure sky.

"So, Elder Brother brought these children back here?"

Tilia asked curiously as she watched the group of "Cursed Children" standing shocked and motionless, like puppets without a response. Meanwhile, the "Cursed Children" were gaping at everything before them. No wonder, having just escaped from such disaster to an incredibly idyllic place; this huge shift in the world was a bit too overwhelming for those who had grown accustomed to living among ruins.

"Yes, do you have any thoughts?" he asked.

"I don’t particularly have objections. Even the Followers of the Crimson Realm recruit some humans to serve them. It’s rather that other side..." Tilia said, glancing at Black Katie, who stood on the opposite side of Fang Zheng. As if responding to Tilia’s gaze, Black Katie shook her head.

"I have no objections either. As the Dominator of the Masquerade Ball, the Alliance Hierarch needs enough servants to showcase his might. These humans may not yet be mature, but with proper cultivation, they can be useful," Black Katie said.

"But..."

On the other side, Nymph furrowed her brows slightly.

"According to what you have said, Master, those ’Cursed Children’ will turn into monsters once the erosion rate of this Intestinal Virus inside them exceeds fifty percent. Do you have a way to resolve this issue, Master?"

"I’ll have Mirune and the others take care of this problem."

Fang Zheng was filled with confidence. The Zerg were a top-tier biological civilization, and to his understanding, the Intestinal Virus was nothing more than a lowly parasitic life-form. For the Zerg, such a thing should not be difficult to deal with.

As for what Black Katie and Tilia thought, Fang Zheng didn’t find their ideas wrong. He wanted to bring the "Cursed Children" to Heavenly Dao Palace partly because of their plight, and partly because in his view, these "Cursed Children" indeed held great value.

Fang Zheng was not a saint, nor was he a Buddha who sought only to give without expecting anything in return. Just like in the World of Shana, he also considered what the Followers of the Crimson Realm would do after reaching the Void Domain world. Although he had brought these girls to Heavenly Dao Palace, it didn’t mean Fang Zheng would let them live an idle life here. These children would study, live, and also work for Fang Zheng—he was currently short on subordinates, and as Tilia and Black Katie had said, these "Cursed Children" were excellent candidates.

The saying goes, "No good deed goes unpunished." Merely giving handouts would only lead to dangerous and unpleasant outcomes.

"Big brother, can we really live here?"

At that moment, the children had come to their senses and looked excitedly at the azure sky, the drifting white clouds, and endless pastures all around—sights they could not see in their own world, where all the land beyond the monuments were entirely overrun by Intestinal Creatures. Such beautiful natural vistas probably only existed in pictures for the Cursed Children.

"Of course."

Looking at the silver-haired girl in front of him, Fang Zheng smiled.

"This is my home, and you can live here... However, I must make it clear that pity alone did not drive my decision. You can study and live here, but you will also work for me... Any objections?"

"Of course not, big brother! We’re willing!"

Whether it was Fumie Busei or other girls beside her, they all nodded vigorously.

"We can do anything, don’t underestimate us, we’re very strong. If big brother has any heavy tasks, feel free to entrust them to us!"

"Uh..."

Looking at the excited girls in front of him, Fang Zheng didn’t quite know what to say. He had assumed the children would at least have some anxiety or doubts, but it seemed they had readily accepted their current situation.

"So..."

"Leave it to Black Katie."

Tilia swiftly put forth her suggestion.

"The Grand Priestess excels at admonishing those new to this world from the Crimson Realm. Now, dealing with humans should not pose any problems... I hope you’re not planning to slack off."

"Of course, these are the Alliance Hierarch’s servants; I shall endeavor to do my best."

In response to Tilia’s complaint, Black Katie merely glanced at her before giving her answer. Watching the two unyielding women, Fang Zheng couldn’t help but chuckle as he extended his hand to pat their heads.

"Alright, enough bickering. Black Katie, Tilia, I’m entrusting these children to you. I’ve already exchanged for an apartment in the back. They can live there. Nymph, come with me."

"Yes, Master."

Hearing Fang Zheng’s command, Little Angel nodded and then approached Fang Zheng’s side.

"Where are we going?"

"To the Ironblood World."

As he said this, Fang Zheng’s expression turned serious.

"I want to see what this Intestinal Virus really is."

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