I Am Extraordinary Alone
Chapter 179 - 177: Thoughts

Chapter 179: Chapter 177: Thoughts

Wei Tianyang had heard the term "Dawn of Humanity" from the chairman of Tiantai Pharmaceutical three years ago; it seemed that behind the pharmaceutical company there was also a large and secretive organization.

However, three years ago, as the chairman of Tiantai Pharmaceutical committed suicide by biting his tongue, that secret also turned to ashes with him.

Although Zhao Ling had also tried to conduct an investigation, it was not possible to pursue a thorough inquiry with the entire nation’s resources based on a single incoherent statement. After one year, the investigation was declared over, and everyone forgot about it.

And now, Spencer had mentioned the term again, undoubtedly providing Wei Tianyang with a clue.

"Why do you think I am the key? What exactly do you mean by ’Dawn of Humanity’?" asked Wei Tianyang.

Spencer appeared quite calm as he said, "It’s just a metaphor. Human history has seen four milestone revolutions; each revolution advanced human civilization by a significant leap."

"The first revolution was the Renaissance from the 14th to the 16th century. That revolution freed our minds; the feudal theocracy was completely toppled, and the people who truly created value took power, establishing the basic framework for the world order we have today."

"The second revolution was the gold standard class revolution of the Fran Kingdom in the 18th century, where the aristocracy fell, and the pattern of monarchs and royal families holding power for generations was replaced by political parties and parliamentary systems. The gold standard system became the most mainstream and successful system in human society."

"The third revolution was the Industrial Revolution from the end of the 18th century to the middle of the 19th century. Without the gold standard system, this revolution would not have occurred. Steam, diesel, electricity, automobiles... Humanity was no longer merely an agrarian civilization, and our current lives are all built on the foundation of the Industrial Revolution."

"The fourth revolution is the semiconductor revolution of the 21st century, also known as the Internet revolution—satellites, smartphones, the Internet, AI... These electronic devices and millions of software have built the world we live in today, with human efficiency in acquiring, transmitting, and processing information at an all-time high."

"Think about it, Wei Tianyang. Those bankers in the religious courts during the Renaissance, who tried to argue with the Pope, perhaps had no idea that their actions would have such far-reaching effects."

"Also, the person who made the first steam engine, the one who invented the telephone, the first person to build a car... They all changed human history unconsciously."

"Now, we are at a historical turning point. The things that descended from the sky have given us powers beyond cognition, yet the great powers are intoxicated with the study of how to use them in the military field."

"I see a possibility in you. You are the only human being who can coexist peacefully with Black Medicine. You’ve truly mastered it, controlled it... Your own value is far greater than the destructive power you’ve displayed."

"If I can figure out how you did it, humanity could usher in the fifth revolution, which I’ve privately named the ’Evolution Revolution,’" Spencer said slowly.

"That doesn’t sound like a good thing," Wei Tianyang shook his head.

"Why?" Spencer asked.

"My power only brings destruction; it cannot create anything. The incident in Wuliang City... was unintended. I didn’t have the slightest intention of destroying the city; at that time, I was just exceedingly angry."

"Violence without restraint is meaningless, just like the two wars I’ve witnessed. You can make excuses for your actions, but the facts won’t change."

"If you want all of humanity to become like me, it won’t bring revolution, just apocalypse. The more evil the person, the greater the power they wield, the greater the disaster they will cause."

"I’ve seen refugees suffering from war, wandering around; once they enter other cities, they quickly become demons who rob others of their property. I’ve also seen revolutionary armies fighting against warlords, who eventually end up becoming like warlords themselves."

As Wei Tianyang spoke, he extended his pitch-black right fist and shook it in front of Spencer, "See, my fist is already big enough. Whomever I want dead, won’t live past the next second. But..."

"Destruction is not my goal. I kill, not for the sake of killing itself, but to destroy those bad things."

"But that’s not enough. I want to find an answer, to utterly annihilate those bad things. Killing alone isn’t sufficient; I need another kind of great power..."

As Wei Tianyang spoke, he pointed to his temple with his index finger, "I need a kind of thought."

Spencer’s expression changed slightly as he looked at Wei Tianyang, a smile of admiration on his face, "Ah... Wei, you have impressed me profoundly. You’ve gone far beyond my previous assumptions about you..."

He drained his coffee in one gulp, then continued, "I originally thought you must be a more exuberant young man who would not shy away from abusing violence, but I never expected you to think so deeply."

"I came here to learn about war, hoping through war, to understand the underlying logic of human strife... I used to think that once the leader who launched the war died, the war would end, but I was proven wrong," Wei Tianyang said.

"You still have to face the surging public opinion, Wei. The gold standard system still has serious flaws. Political donations, power-seeking, and political group monopolies are not uncommon. The world stands before the threshold of the fifth revolution, but humanity is not yet prepared..." Spencer nodded as well.

"Is that why you want to meet Rada Gan? You want to find an answer through him?" Wei Tianyang asked.

"Exactly. Everyone in Azaha Country claims his power is innate. Though, from my perspective as a CEO and chief scientist, it’s undoubtedly just a political propaganda... but still, I want to meet him," Spencer nodded.

Wei Tianyang understood that feeling, a kind of obsession; even knowing it’s a lie, one still can’t help wanting to see it with one’s own eyes.

"Don’t you want to know how he managed to rally a whole country’s people behind him to fight a war they’re likely to lose?" Spencer asked.

Wei Tianyang fell silent. Rada Gan became the leader of Azaha not least because he could continuously provide funds to purchase energy and weapons, as well as his power as a member of the Superpower Special Department.

But the three years of guidance from Zhao Ling also taught him a lot. People are the most difficult thing to handle in this world, even someone like himself, who doesn’t work for the United Council willingly, has his own agenda.

Even with key resources in hand, many have botched things up. To get a group of people to work for you involves more than profit-sharing and power distribution; there’s a whole host of things to consider, and when that group expands to the size of a country... it becomes even more complicated.

"Spencer... I promise you, I will go and meet Rada Gan," Wei Tianyang said.

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