章節 37: Do you wish to save the world, young man?
Once bustling and vibrant streets, once claimed by the living, have now been desecrated by the deceased, who do not belong to this realm.
On the broad thoroughfare, the withered and decaying corpses meander aimlessly, occasionally stumbling upon a dismembered limb discarded in the fray of their fellow beings' desperate scuffles. Without hesitation, they seize the remnants, their yellowed teeth gnashing as blood and flesh scatter in the air.
Corpses cannot speak, while the living have long vanished from the alleys and lanes.
Thus, this place lies in a silence so profound it seems abandoned by the world; within this once-thriving city, the realm of the living has been entirely overtaken by the dead.
As he ambled through this scene reminiscent of a post-apocalyptic hell, Xiao Mu Yu's expression betrayed no sign of emotion.
He allowed the zombies drawn by the scent of fresh flesh to swirl around him, transformed into a tempest of dismembered flesh and shattered bones, without so much as a flicker of his gaze.
A small fox, pitiful and forlorn, nestled on Xiao Mu Yu's shoulder, raising its adorable little head to gaze at his indifferent profile, hesitating to speak.
(Hahaha... young human, it seems the little fox has something to say. Won't you listen? What does the little one wish to express?)
His cold gaze fixed upon a disfigured corpse across the street as it slowly rose to join the wandering dead.
Xiao Mu Yu replied icily, "Do you wish for me to intervene? That is impossible; I am not a deity who blesses all beings. I have neither the obligation nor the ability to save these people."
"Wuwu... wujii..." Upon hearing his unyielding tone, the little fox lowered its head in dejection, letting out a soft, pitiful whimper.
(Hey... young human, you truly are heartless. What happened to the affection you promised? Hahaha... But speaking of which, it turns out that the living, once bitten by a zombie, also become zombies. That's quite a troublesome attribute. If we don't find a way to suppress it, an entire horde of zombies from Tianxin City could flood into other cities on the continent, leading to a catastrophic disaster!!)
(Don't you want to think of a solution? Stopping this calamity is your duty as a righteous companion!!!)
"..." Xiao Mu Yu coldly rubbed his forehead, offering no response.
(Mmm... I understand, I understand. You feel indifferent to the lives and deaths of these humans. You believe that extending a helping hand is a thankless task. I get that perspective, but consider this: there are likely tens of thousands of people in Tianxin City, right?)
(If these hundreds of thousands of zombies were to surge into other cities, and with just one bite they could infect others, wouldn't that disrupt the entire order of the continent? Perhaps the entire human population could rapidly become zombies before they even realize it.)
(If that were to happen, how would you find the Celestial Soul Locking Jade to save your adorable little wife? If all of humanity perishes, you won't even find anyone to ask for directions, young human.)
"Your words are excessive," Xiao Mu Yu replied coldly. "There are countless powerful beings on this continent. As you said, Valoran is a land teeming with anomalies and heroes, so the task of saving the world does not fall to me. As for the extinction of humanity you mentioned, that scenario is only plausible if these zombies can match the strength of a seventh-tier warrior."
(Hahaha... you really are dull, young human. Is it so enjoyable to live with such clarity? Sometimes, one must embrace a bit of confusion to truly savor life!!)
"Those who live in confusion typically meet their end in the shadows of the streets," Xiao Mu Yu replied coldly. "And besides, aren't you a demon? Why do you care so much about the lives and deaths of these humans?"
(Hahaha... can't a demon care about humans? Ahhh... young human, that's blatant contempt!!! I've been a demon for so long; is it so wrong to wish to become an angel? You're completely misunderstanding me!!! You must know!! You must know...)
(You must know that I have always carried a heart dedicated to the well-being of all living beings! Though my birth as a demon was beyond my control, my heart is as kind as that of an angel!!!)
"..." Xiao Mu Yu remarked coldly, "I recall you do not enjoy jokes, do you?"
(Hahaha... what's wrong with a little humor now and then? By the way, young human, are you truly unwilling to intervene in this city's calamity?)
"..." Xiao Mu Yu stood in silence, ignoring the demon's words entirely.
(Alright, alright, young human. Since you refuse my plea for help, what if someone else were to ask you? Would you agree then? Hahaha... I'm quite curious about how much you can ignore the charm of that unparalleled songstress.)
Xiao Mu Yu abruptly halted, his icy gaze locking onto the blue-haired woman blocking his path. "Do you need something?"
"Hmph!" She huffed disdainfully, hands on her hips. "As a criminal facing the victim you've abducted, your demeanor is rather composed! What? Pretending not to recognize me?"
"Miss, you have mistaken me," Xiao Mu Yu replied indifferently. "This is our first meeting. I am unaware of any abduction."
"Hmph... Do you think that just because you knocked me unconscious, I know nothing? My powers are of a secretive nature. Even if my consciousness is in a stupor, my heart can still record everything that transpires while I am unconscious. I saw clearly what you did while I was out!"
"Oh," he replied coolly, nodding slightly. "Now that you know, what of it? Are you here to seek revenge? But it seems you alone may not be sufficient."
"Revenge? Of course not," she exclaimed, her beautiful eyes widening in surprise. "Why would I seek revenge against you?"
"…"
"In truth, I have come to request your assistance!"
Nodding earnestly, Freya stated with conviction, "You must have seen the current state of this city. Due to the vile experiments of certain evildoers, the majority of its inhabitants have contracted a terrifying virus, transforming into these ghastly creatures akin to ghouls after death. Moreover, these once-deceased beings, due to their viral nature, can infect the living with just a single bite, leading to rapid demise and transformation into the ranks of the dead."
"This is a calamity akin to a rampant infectious disease. If these virus-laden corpses leave Tianxin City, it will unleash a horrific disaster that could engulf the entire continent. Given this situation, do you wish to prevent it?"
"…" Gazing coldly at the impassioned blue-haired songstress before him, Xiao Mu Yu regarded her as if she were an incomprehensible creature, turning on his heel without hesitation.
His tattered gray cloak fluttered slightly in the cold wind, his indifferent tone mingling with the falling snowflakes. "Boring."
"Eh? Eh? What's happening?" Freya was bewildered, thrown off balance by the man's cold demeanor. "Isn't this guy supposed to be a good person?"
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