Chapter 57: Descent into Darkness
Descent into Darkness
Chen Feng looked at Wei Xun, a gleam of light flashing in his eyes.
From the moment he killed his friend, the person before him had embarked on a dark path, becoming devoid of emotion and driven solely by selfishness.
The true terror of the apocalypse lies not in zombies and insects—what's so frightening about death? Even if your head is smashed, it's just a moment of pain.
In this disaster, the most terrifying thing is despair.
And despair will slowly corrupt and decay the human heart.
Disasters affect the minds of some people. It's undeniable that the spectacled man was a hero. After gaining his abilities, he didn't just think of surviving alone, but of using his power to help more ordinary people.
This was noble, but also incredibly naive.
The Apocalypse isn't some fairy tale where hard work yields results and kindness is rewarded.
In this new era, power is the only thing that controls everything. You want to be a hero? Fine, but only if you have the ability to protect ordinary people and eradicate every monster, then you're worthy of that title. Otherwise, that so called salvation is nothing more than meaningless sacrifice.
In this world, there are more people like Wei Xun, who will do anything for their goals. To survive, they'll abandon anything—family, friendship, love—all discarded like worthless paper!
Chen Feng had seen too many examples like this, but still found it somewhat interesting to see Wei Xun's expression.
When people are desperate, they can unleash unimaginable power.
Now, Wei Xun had already abandoned any semblance of emotion, becoming a cold-blooded person who would betray anyone to stay alive.
This is good...
Chen Feng gave a strange affirmation.
Surviving the apocalypse, individual strength was not enough. No matter how powerful one person is, they were just one person. To survive in this world, having a powerful force or faction is the true key to survival.
This was only the beginning. The monsters have yet to show their true power. As time passes, the monsters will begin to gather, and then the true war will begin.
The Bloodmoon Zerg Tide.
J City is about to face a catastrophe. In about a month, tens of thousands of insects will sweep through J City. In the new era, this event is known as the Bloodmoon event.
In his memory, J City lost sixty percent of its armed forces before finally overcoming the insect tide. For J City, this was a true disaster. Dozens of Professionals were killed, and tens of thousands of ordinary people were massacred. As a result, J City suffered a devastating blow, and it took two full years to recover.
So, before this disaster strikes, Chen Feng must prepare in advance.
Escape?
Chen Feng hadn't even considered it. This disaster is global; no place is safe. In J City, he can rely on his memories to make some preparations. If he leaves, not only would he face similar dangers, but his memories would also be useless, essentially turning survival into a gamble.
Ten bets, nine losses.
Chen Feng never relied on luck for survival.
Cooperating with the military was just the first step. Next, Chen Feng needed to build his own force. Only by holding power in his own hands could he plan for the future.
Chen Feng needed some preparations.
Doing everything himself would waste too much time.
Lackeys.
Just like with Xu Hongzhuang, Chen Feng intended to recruit a few suitable talents for his own use.
Chen Feng observed Wei Xun. He was slightly thin, but his expression was solemn, his eyes filled with cold light. Blood still dripped from his hands, and he stood in a combat-ready stance.
The bespectacled man was undoubtedly a brave soul. In the apocalypse, he had an invaluable heart of compassion. Even under the pressure of survival, he remained true to himself, never changing.
But now he's dead...
Being a hero comes with a price. Unlike villains, heroes are burdened with responsibilities and principles. In dangerous situations, this mindset can often lead to unnecessary casualties.
But Wei Xun is different. Selfish, cunning, ruthless, cold-hearted—he embodies every negative trait. To survive, to retain his sole sanctuary, he didn't hesitate to kill his closest friend. In the future, this corruption will only intensify. Whether human or monster, any obstacle in his path will be crushed and destroyed.
Recruit him?
There's a significant risk. Chen Feng had to be prepared for betrayal at any moment.
But that's nothing.
To Chen Feng, oaths are no more noble than the promises of a prosititute.
What he valued was Wei Xun's decisive ruthlessness. As long as Chen Feng remained above him, betrayal wouldn't be an issue.
Wei Xun was only at the Bronze Realm. Crushing him would be as easy as squashing an ant.
Darkness should align with darkness. There's nothing wrong with selfishness, nothing wrong with cold-bloodedness, nothing wrong with seeking advantages.
He just wanted to survive.
It's cruel, but to Chen Feng, this was the conviction he needed to keep going in the apocalypse.
Surviving and realizing one's deepest ideals—that is the true measure of courage.
"Who are you?"
A pair of scarlet eyes stared at Chen Feng, filled with anger and murderous intent so intense it seemed almost tangible, cutting into his face like a blade.
"Whoever you are, you must die today!" Wei Xun gritted his teeth, looking like he was ready to tear Chen Feng apart.
Having someone witness him killing his friend was like having his last shred of dignity ripped away. At this moment, Wei Xun only wanted to kill the man in front of him and bury the truth forever.
Wei Xun's eyes were bloodshot as he locked onto the young man in the distance.
But Chen Feng was calm and relaxed. He took a step forward and slowly spoke: "Swear allegiance to me, and I can give you anything you want—food, women, status, and even protection for your life."
Wei Xun was stunned, looking at Chen Feng as if he were insane. To him, this man who had suddenly appeared was completely delusional.
"What nonsense are you talking about…" But then his expression changed. As he stared at Chen Feng, his eyes widened in shock, like the look one would have when seeing the monsters that first appeared during the apocalypse.
"You… you…" Wei Xun's voice trembled.
Suddenly, flames flickered in Chen Feng's eyes, and strange runes spread across his hands, neck, and even his face. A sulfurous, destructive aura emanated from him.
The most terrifying part was the scorching air currents swirling around him. Even from several meters away, Wei Xun could feel the intense heat, his skin burning with pain.
"Are you sure you want to be my enemy, little... ant?"
Chen Feng looked at Wei Xun, his gaze filled with contempt. He appeared like an evil god from the Abyss, high and mighty, indifferent to life.
Now, it was time for Wei Xun to make his choice...
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