Necromancer, but pre-collapse civilization

　From a purely rational perspective, this is undoubtedly the choice that best serves the interests of the necromancer.

　After destroying a civilization, the Herrscher of the End will fall into a deep sleep, which will last for 50,000 years.

　Only when the civilization of the next era faces the final judgment again will this terrifying being, guaranteed to be at least a demigod, awaken and continue to fulfill its mission.

　Being able to literally control the Earth, the strength of the Herrscher of the End is definitely not lower than that of a demigod in the Ashan professional system.

　Based on the knowledge left behind by Moros in his previous life, the Herrscher of the End, who is closely connected to the Cocoon of the End, is probably one of the strongest among demigods.

　At least for a necromancer like him who barely managed to reach the demigod level, he would absolutely not dare to mess with the Herrscher of the End.

　That's something you could really try and die from.

　However, he doesn't need to confront the Herrscher of the End head-on.

　Before the Herrscher of the End descends, Moros has every ability to hide in a demiplane and avoid this cataclysmic disaster.

　The necromancer didn't believe that the Cocoon of the End could break through the dimensional barrier of the demiplane where the cemetery territory was located—a barrier that had been modified by some great being—and threaten his safety.

　After the end of the world is completed and the Herrscher of the End falls into a deep sleep, he will return to Earth.

　By that time

　He will have a full 50,000 years to grow his power.

　The necromancer still had that much confidence.

　Such a long period of time will be an excellent opportunity for him.

　Moros firmly believes that this period of time is enough for his strength to leap to a new level.

　At that time, not to mention the Herrscher of the End, even the Cocoon of the End will be a chance for the necromancer to plot against.

　Unfortunately, considering Alicia and Eden's feelings, all these wonderful ideas could not be put into practice.

　Both Alicia and Eden harbored a deep attachment to the human civilization of this world. They could never stand by and watch this era's civilization perish.

　Alicia and Eden certainly couldn't use their deep friendship with Moros to force him to join the fight to defend civilization.

　But their personalities dictate that they will not choose to escape, much less seek refuge in Moros's demiplane.

　In this situation, for the sake of Alicia and Eden, the necromancer had no choice but to bite the bullet and prepare to face the Herrscher of the End.

　Getting back to the main point, under Alicia's watchful eye, Moros formally explained his governing philosophy to the dignitaries in the banquet hall.

　The necromancers' methods of rule are as clear and direct as they were previously implemented in Australia and New Zealand.

　As long as these powerful figures pay the taxes he sets on time and obey his orders unconditionally when he needs them, Moros will grant them full autonomy and will not interfere with their daily management.

　This governance method, similar to the planetary governorship system adopted by a human empire in a war-torn universe, clearly aligned with the interests of the powerful figures present.

　Therefore, the nobles were overjoyed and raised their glasses to pay the highest tribute to Moros.

　A torrent of praise poured forth, as if all the flattery and admiration were being poured upon the necromancer who was about to rule them.

　At this moment, the infamous necromancer appeared incredibly wise and powerful in their eyes.

　Even if their most revered deity were to descend, it would be difficult to match the popularity of this extraordinary being.

　Having witnessed firsthand the scene of Moros receiving the enthusiastic support of the powerful and wealthy, Alicia was overwhelmed with a shock that words could not express.

　She never expected that this necromancer, who had recently destroyed their homeland, would win their respect and support so quickly.

　Although Miss Pink Fairy has a clear understanding of the dark side of human nature, this direct reality still makes her feel deeply saddened.

　However, amidst this sorrow, there was also a hint of relief.

　Fortunately, those tragic events in Australia and New Zealand were not caused by Morrow.

　This gave her some comfort in her heavy heart.

Chapter 251 Traveling with Alicia

　Although Alicia's position in the Firemoth was merely that of a small special operations squad leader, even considering her achievements, the prestige of this position far surpassed that of other special operations squad leaders.

　However, no matter how prestigious the position, the authority of a special operations team leader is ultimately limited.

　Many secrets accessible only to high-ranking bureaucrats remained out of her reach.

　However, her influence among the Firemoths was unprecedentedly amplified when she successfully persuaded Moros to abandon his extreme measures of revenge against the upper echelons of human society during that pivotal event a few months earlier.

　In particular, Dr. May's intentional or unintentional revelation of some historical information about necromancers undoubtedly opened a door to a new world for Alicia.

　With her deep bond with Eden and her extraordinary power as the Herrscher of Origin, when the Pink Fairy began to explore the secrets monopolized by high-ranking bureaucrats, she discovered that she possessed more resources and means than she had imagined.

　Under the intelligence network of the Firemoth, many things from the necromancer's past cannot be hidden.

　Therefore, Alicia also learned many things that Moros didn't want her to know.

　It was these inside stories that drove her to make a decision to travel to Jakarta and make a surprise visit to Moros, seeking more answers and explanations.

　Now that she had witnessed firsthand the way necromancers ruled, Alicia felt a sense of relief.

　She understood, of course, that since Moros had chosen this mode of rule, he had to bear the consequences and responsibilities that came with it.

　However, this responsibility is fundamentally different from the actions he directly participated in.

　This is especially important for Miss Pink Fairy.

　Getting back to the main point, after Alicia witnessed the spectacular scene of the local elites pledging allegiance to her, Moros clearly felt that she had become much closer to him.

　With the wisdom of a necromancer who had undergone four leaps in life level, he could certainly understand the reasons behind this.

　I knew it was wise to choose this method of governance!

　Secretly pleased with himself, Morros continued to stroll with Alicia through the streets and alleys of Jakarta.

　Indeed, in reality, power and responsibility are often not entirely equal.

　But in Alicia's eyes, the two are equivalent.

　Since the necromancer's ruling system is similar to the feudal system in Western Europe, given Alicia's personality, she would naturally not attribute all the responsibility of the bureaucrats under Moros to him alone.

　When the pink fairy finally put aside her doubts and concerns and played with Moros, their time together became exceptionally pleasant.

　Hand in hand, they strolled along the ancient and charming streets of Jakarta, experiencing the city's rich history and cultural heritage.

　The shops and stalls on both sides of the street are colorful and dazzling, like a flowing scroll slowly unfolding before their eyes.

　The aroma of tropical fruits is refreshing and enticing, stimulating the taste buds and making one want to try them immediately.

　Alicia's gaze wandered around, her curiosity as boundless as a child's.

　She would stop every now and then, deeply attracted by the exquisite little items on a certain stall, her eyes sparkling with keen interest.

　Whenever this happened, Moros would smile and stay by her side, patiently answering all her questions about the city.

　As the new ruler of this land, he has a deep understanding of Jakarta's history, culture, and customs.

　Otherwise, how would he determine the taxes that this area needs to pay to him in the next phase?

　Of course, in addition to providing answers, Moros was even more eager to surprise Alicia.

　He would buy her favorite little items without hesitation and hand them to her.

　Seeing the radiant smile bloom on the flawless face of the pink fairy, the necromancer felt a deep sense of satisfaction.

　They also sampled local delicacies together, experiencing flavors and customs that were completely different from other regions.

　In addition to enjoying delicious food, Moros also specially arranged a trip for Alicia to visit the Anzor Fantasy Park.

　There, they experienced the thrill of a roller coaster together, feeling the collision of speed and passion.

　Despite the fact that the roller coasters at Anzor Dreamland were nothing special for a demigod-level necromancer and the Herrscher of Origin, it did not diminish their enjoyment of the experience.

　Immediately afterwards, Moros and Alicia boarded the dreamy carousel hand in hand. Under the dazzling lights, it was as if they had traveled through time and space and entered a fairy tale kingdom.

　Each spin allowed them to temporarily forget the troubles of the world and immerse themselves completely in this innocence and romance.

　Each ride brought them laughter and joy, as if time had turned back, taking them back to their carefree childhood.

　During their trip, Moros and Alicia shared their experiences from that time.

　This sincere exchange brought their hearts closer, and their relationship became increasingly intimate and harmonious.

　As night fell, Morros took Alicia to the highest point in the city, overlooking the entire city of Jakarta.

　The brightly lit night scene is picturesque and captivating.

　They stood there quietly, appreciating the tranquility and beauty of the city.

　At this moment, all worries and anxieties drift away with the wind, leaving only the warmth and happiness of being together.

　After a sumptuous dinner, Morros and Alicia returned hand in hand to their luxurious suite at the hotel.

　Originally, the necromancer planned to invite the pink fairy to his demiplane and join his magic guild.

　Unfortunately, Alicia declined the offer.

　She preferred to spend the night in a local hotel in the city rather than step into the desolate cemetery territory of Morros.

　While Moros felt some regret about this, he could understand Alicia's choice.

　Unfortunately, while the Cemetery faction gained top-tier combat power among the nine factions, it also paid the price of extremely low livability in its cities.

　Looking at the nine factions of the Ashan world, perhaps only the Hell faction, marked by fire and sulfur, can compare to it in terms of being unsuitable for living people.

　Although Alicia declined Morros's invitation, he still tried his best to make her night warm and pleasant.

　He turned on the music box in the suite, and the gentle melody flowed like a spring, filling the room and creating a romantic and tranquil atmosphere.

　The two sat side by side on the sofa. Moros, the necromancer who was high and mighty in the eyes of the world, set aside his status and personally brewed a fragrant cup of flower tea for Alicia.

　The aroma of tea, accompanied by the melody of music, intertwines in the air to create a beautiful picture.

　They began to talk, sharing their hopes and expectations for the future.

　On this warm and peaceful night, two hearts draw ever closer.

Chapter 252 The Fifth Great Collapse: A Whirlwind of Change

　Just as Moros and Alicia strolled through the streets of Jakarta, enjoying each other's company and laughter, in a remote corner of the continent of Mu, a cataclysmic event that would normally shake the entire world was about to occur.

　The Fifth Herrscher, the Herrscher of Ice, silently descended upon this world amidst the turmoil of the Fifth Great Collapse.

　As we all know, the world is different for different people.

　Even in the pre-civilization of Mu Continent, which was technologically far superior to Earth in the 21st century and boasted the most advanced technology and the most prosperous economy, poverty and evil still lurked everywhere like ghosts.

　After all, only when the gap between the rich and the poor reaches an alarming level can those who are high above and hold great power find that self-righteous sense of nobility and seize more benefits at a lower cost.

　In those forgotten mountain villages, some villagers, in order to continue their family bloodline, even risked everything to buy wives through human traffickers.

　Behind this lies a vast and intricate network of interests.

　It feeds on the dark side of human nature, cultivating a series of sinful fruits.

　Countless young and beautiful girls, like lambs to the slaughter, are captured by this network and sold to remote mountain villages, where they live in dire straits.

　The resentment in their hearts was heavy and profound, beyond the power of words to describe even a fraction of it.

　In an ordinary, magic-free world, such resentment might only be buried deep in one's heart, unable to change the cruel reality.

　Given the advanced technology of the Mu Continent, it's impossible for the local authorities to be unaware of such a complex network of interests.

　Unfortunately, in the game of power and the lure of profit, the truth is often obscured in the shadows.

　But fortunately, or perhaps unfortunately, this world located within the Tree Sea system is not a magic-free land lacking extraordinary power.

　In this world of extraordinary power, on this planet watched over by the Cocoon of the End, a resentful girl is the perfect Herrscher seed.

　When the Cocoon of the End finally cast its gaze and bestowed its blessing from the Honkai, a girl imprisoned in the cellar embraced her Herrscher persona without hesitation.

　She sacrificed herself in exchange for the power to take revenge.

　As the biting wind howled and swept across the land, the mountain village shrouded in evil was instantly frozen by endless cold.

　Under the wrath of the divine apostle who wields the power of absolute zero, no living being on this land escaped, all frozen in eternal cold.

　Once this Herrscher, wielding the power of [Absolute Zero], had fully vented her vengeful obsession with her predecessor, she embarked on a journey to Twilight Street—the closest civilized community to the mountain village where she had descended.

　However, on this journey, she unexpectedly encountered a thousand calamities while fleeing from her homeland of Imer.

　Imer's hometown is no ordinary place.

　It was a small village that was almost completely isolated from the world.

　There, people revere fighting and death.