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"All that is dead will be reborn in another body; all that is decaying will sprout new, pure and tender shoots."

"The Great Compassion Tree King died, but she did not die; she was reborn as the Little Lucky Grass King."

“I didn’t understand what he was saying before, until I met Yoshiyoshi Kaedehara… or rather, after I met Hisahide Niwa’s reincarnation, I realized one thing—everything in this world might be an illusion…”

"And in Mondstadt, my conjecture was proven correct."

"You should remember that astrologer with the big hat on the beach in Mondstadt asked me, 'How much do you know about Leonard?'"

"...But I didn't see any 'Leonard' in that fallen 'Constellation'—the person I saw was a woman with long red hair, and the place where she stood was the gate to Sky Isle..."

Han Fulai's expression hardened: "Vanessa!?"

"Scattered Soldier" nodded: "Yes, it's Vanessa, the one who founded the Knights of Favonius."

"You can't imagine how terrible Sky Island is..."

As he said this, his body trembled slightly.

The terror that can make even a bodyless soul tremble can only come from the depths of the soul.

"You've seen it, haven't you? The slave arena from the Mondstadt aristocratic era, the ruins of that circular theater... On Sky Isle, there's an even bigger, even larger circular theater."

"The gods sit high on their thrones, looking down upon the dramas of mortals."

“Every seat in the circular theater was filled with people… but they were not audience members, but actors… or more precisely, puppets—each of them had a thread above their head connecting them to the throne of the Sky Isle.”

“Those threads are roots, and the throne that the roots connect to is a giant tree.”

Han Fulai now understood what the term "scattered soldiers" meant.

"The World Tree, and the ley lines?"

These two things can be said to be the foundation of the existence of the Teyvat continent, and also the information that Zhongli and Dain had subtly conveyed to him.

Everything on the continent of Teyvat is under the surveillance of the ley lines, and all intelligence is gathered in the World Tree, which allows the Sky Isles to control everything on the land.

Han Fulai used to think of this system as a surveillance system similar to "Sky Eye," but now it seems that it is not that simple.

"Yes, the World Tree."

The indifferent expressions of the "stragglers" finally softened.

"All living beings in this world are nothing more than puppets on strings in the hands of the gods. Death is merely the return of the soul to the earth's veins, and rebirth is merely the soul being cast into the world again by the World Tree."

"The souls of all people are constantly reincarnated in this world. Hisahide Niwa, Nagamasa Mikoto, Katsuragi, Miyazaki... those swordsmiths, those workers, those villagers... all the humans in this world, their lives are all false."

His voice gradually took on a hint of madness: "Life is an illusion, death is an illusion. Without transcending the cycle of reincarnation, one will forever live in falsehood! No one, no one in this world truly lives! They are all puppets! All empty shells!"

Han Fulai remained silent.

If what "Skirmisher" said is true... if the secrets of Sky Island, the secrets the Seven Gods keep silent about, and the truth that Vanessa saw are really as "Skirmisher" said, then isn't this world just a "game world"?

Most humans living in this world are merely unknowing and unaware NPCs. Their lives are simply pre-programmed data from Sky Island, game events evolving from random seeds...

The Demon God, and beings of equal rank to the Demon God, are the "players".

Their souls are not under the control of the World Tree, which is why they are "immortal and their souls are indestructible"—because their souls will forever retain their "self" and will not enter the Teyvat reincarnation system, nor will they enter a new "false reincarnation".

Han Fulai recalled the scene he had seen in the "upside-down city" of the Layered Rock Abyss: the conversation between "Prince of the Abyss" Kong and his subordinate "Abyss Apostles".

At that time, the "Apostle of the Abyss" asked Kong whether they should activate the inverted pool to "purify" the remaining Kanriar people at the bottom of the abyss.

Sora replied, “For them, it’s better to return to the ‘cycle’ sooner rather than live without dignity. Let’s not let them continue to bear…those unfounded sins.”

The true meaning of the "curse of immortality" is "not entering the cycle of reincarnation".

Originally, as long as one dies and returns to the earth's ley lines, the soul can begin the next cycle of reincarnation, and everything from the previous life will be wiped away, similar to "restarting from scratch".

However, the "curse of immortality" directly "deletes the account," depriving the citizens of Kanria of the opportunity to "start over."

They could have lived one life as Hisahide Niwa, and another as Yoshiaki Kaedehara, just like Hisahide Niwa...

However, divine retribution deprived them of the chance to be reincarnated.

"Not entering the cycle of reincarnation" means "never being able to be reborn."

In a sense, "not entering the cycle of reincarnation" is "transcendence".

But the price of this transcendence is the permanent wear and tear—a wear and tear that even a powerful demon god would find difficult to withstand, which becomes a curse for ordinary citizens of Kanria.

The method of liberation found by the Abyss Order, the "purification" of the inverted pool, was essentially a form of "data formatting," allowing the souls of the Kanriar citizens to return to the ley lines as blank data. However, this "return" was not a return of the souls, but merely a return as part of the elemental cycle; their souls as humans had, in effect, completely vanished from this world.

That is, true "death," ending it all.

However, from Kong's perspective, this does indeed help those Kanriar survivors to "be freed".

As a transmigrator and an "unregistered resident" of Teyvat, Mona was unable to see the "Adventors" of the "Constellations," and Han Fu himself was also considered one of the "players."

This was once the source of his confidence, the basis for his proposal of the "Teyvat Community of Shared Destiny" and his determination to break the notion of "predestined fate".

But... what about them? ...Ahe, Aqing, Ningguang, Youla, Yelan... were their lives just an illusion? Their feelings, everything they experienced, were nothing more than data? A few lines of code in a server called Sky Island?

Was the happiness he finally found and the true love he finally gained after traveling through time all just an illusion?

Han Fulai suddenly felt afraid.

His soul trembled as well.

He used to believe that the laws of nature were incapable of controlling everything, and indeed, the "false heavens" of Sky Island and the system of fate were also incapable of controlling everything...

But if Heaven can use the reincarnation system to control everyone's soul and their reincarnation, wouldn't it also affect their feelings and their behavior? It may not be able to control everything, but it is entirely possible to exert some influence on special events.

The cycle of fate cannot control him, the "descendant," but it can control his lover...

Looking back, aren't many encounters that seem like "fate" or coincidences that seem like "chance meetings" actually being manipulated by an unseen force?

Was the true love he thought he had found actually a lie?

...He suddenly realized that he wasn't without weaknesses after all.

"Tenri is currently asleep; this is my... and also your chance."

The sound of "scattered soldiers" suddenly pulled him back to reality.

Yes! Justice is asleep!

When he first arrived in Liyue, Zhongli told him this most important thing during their conversation at the "Rock Tea House".

The divine order is asleep. It is no longer the all-powerful god that Vanessa saw a thousand years ago. It can no longer manipulate the World Tree and the ley lines, nor can it control its lovers.

As the saying goes, concern leads to confusion. Once he calmed down, Han Fulai realized that there was nothing to be afraid of.

Whether it's the fate system or the reincarnation system, what he's doing now, and the direction he'll strive for in the future, isn't it all about breaking down these things?

Han Fulai laughed.

"Thank you for reminding me." He sincerely thanked the "scattered soldier".

"...So, as fellow rebels against fate, can we cooperate?"

The "scattered soldier" finally revealed his true purpose.

He was willing to share these past experiences and secrets with Han Fulai, partly out of fear of Han Fulai's strength, but also as an "invitation".

Just like what the "clown" did to him back then.

"Oh?" Han Fulai was a little surprised. "Aren't you afraid that the 'rich man' and the 'doctor' will be angry if you invite me? I've ruined a lot of their plans."

“I don’t care about others.” The “streak” stared at him seriously. “I have my own purpose. I joined the Fools for mutual benefit, not to become anyone’s dog… And your soul tells me that you are not just a lackey either, right? Cooperate, and then ascend to godhood together, how about it?”

Han Fulai stroked his chin thoughtfully: "How do you plan to cooperate?"

The soldier smiled: "You now know the truth of the world. All things are vanity... therefore, all things are permitted."

Chapter 141 The Heretical Path of the Deer Staff: The Practice of Killing [4k5]

"Nothing is true, everything is permitted..."

Upon hearing the phrase "scattered soldiers," Han Fulai almost wanted to add two more lines on the spot: "Walking in darkness, serving the light"...

When did you join the Assassin Brotherhood?

Of course, Han Fulai knew that now was not the time to complain. When "Sanbing" said this, he wasn't just repeating a famous line from a video game; he genuinely agreed with the idea behind the statement.

The "Skirmisher" learned from the meteorite what Vanessa had seen and heard on the Isle of Sky. In his eyes, the world of Teyvat was just a "circular theater" wrapped in "false heavens".

That's why he said "all is vanity"—everything is an illusion, human life is an illusion, human history is an illusion... the whole of Teyvat is just a "string play" manipulated by the laws of nature.

Clearly, the "scatterers" no longer believe that there is "reality" in this world.

So……

"What exactly do you mean by 'everything is permitted'?" Han Fulai asked slowly.

Instead of answering directly, the "scattered soldier" asked a completely unrelated question: "Have you ever seen a 'camel carrying a beast'?"

"No, I've only heard people mention it," Han Fulai answered honestly.

The "Camel Beast" is a unique creature of Sumeru, often used by locals for transporting goods, similar to the wagons used by merchants in Liyue and Mondstadt.

In Sumeru, the number of pack animals one possesses is a symbol of wealth. Large caravans and gilded caravans often have a large pack animal fleet, which allows them to carry enough supplies and goods to cross deserts and jungles.

However, Sumeru has a major trading port called "Omos Port," and trade between Sumeru and Liyue is mainly conducted by sea, so people who live in Liyue usually do not see this creature.

Although he had never seen one, Han Fulai could roughly imagine what kind of creature it was—a camel—just by hearing the word "camel" in its name.

The beasts that carry Sumeru may look somewhat different from camels on Earth, but their function is the same: "ships of the desert."

"Skirmisher" once again revealed that forced smile: "In Teyvat, humans and pack animals are actually the same thing."

"The people of Sumeru call pack animals 'friends of mankind.' They are gentle in nature, important means of production and transportation, and can adapt to various natural environments. Long before the merchants in the rainforest noticed them, these hardworking creatures were already livestock on which the desert tribes depended for survival."

"Just like those Inatsumi people you see, those miners, those farmers... They are gentle and hardworking. Narukami Island and Umijima Island are at war, and 'Taishin' is rampaging on Hachiyū Island, but the villagers of Hishiki Village still stay in the village to farm... Whether it's the 'Eye Hunting Order,' the 'Isolation Order,' the war, or the 'Taishin,' it seems like none of it has anything to do with them."

"As long as there is a piece of land to cultivate, they are willing to grow old and die on that land."

“Not just Inazuma… I’ve traveled to many countries, Mondstadt, Mount Meru, Winter… The people are the same everywhere.”

"...Aren't they also beasts chained by the land itself?"

"It is human nature to be attached to one's homeland. The farmers of Feimu Village rely on the land to make a living, so naturally they will not be willing to leave their homes on which they depend for survival. I think this is only natural." Han Fulai retorted without any politeness. "What should be reflected upon are those who created the terrible environment and instigated the war."

"Ha, you're saying I should reflect on this? Should I?"

The "scattered soldiers" laughed again.

No, there is no 'should'.

"Those people not only lead false lives, but also lives of suffering. They are trapped daily by the oppression of life and authority, forced to toil, never finding rest. Yes, just as you said before, 'Without those farmers tilling the land, could the miners dig their food out of the mines?'"

“You’re absolutely right. Everyone lives like that. They take it for granted that they live this way, doing what they take for granted and should do in order to fill their stomachs, for money, or for their families… but no one ever thinks about why they should live this way, or why they can’t live a different way?”

"Why did those swordsmiths use 'crystallized bone marrow' to forge their swords? Why did those miners wield pickaxes to dig for 'evil spirits'? Why did those farmers live on land contaminated by 'evil spirits'? Why did those children... die? Was all of this justified?"

"No! This shouldn't be happening!"

The "scattered soldiers" suddenly spread their arms wide, as if to embrace the sky above them.

Nothing is "should"!

"Humans are not beasts, and should not obey others' orders to do what they 'should do'. Real humans are not like that."

"Long-maned tiger." He uttered a new term.

"The long-haired tiger is the king of the Sumeru Rainforest."

"They regard the jungle as their territory, and usually patrol their domain like kings. If they encounter intruders, they will attack without mercy. No one dares to tame them. They are not friends or partners of humans. They are simply themselves, living only for themselves and doing only what they truly want to do!"

"True humans are just like them; the human spirit should be that of a king, a tiger with long manes. Humans need freedom and should rule over the rainforests and deserts of humanity."

His expression gradually turned fanatical, and a strange light flashed in his eyes.

He pointed to the sky.

"Humanity's enemy is 'you should'—the Shogunate, the Thunder General, the Seven Gods... the ley lines, the World Tree, the 'False Heaven'... and the laws of nature on Sky Island and the cycle of reincarnation He established. These constraints are all enemies of humanity!"

"Humans don't have 'you should,' they only have 'I want!'"

"If there is anything that should be done, it is to destroy this false world, this world that turns people into beasts! If I ascend to godhood, I will make this world a rainforest of mandarin tigers!"

Han Fulai recalled the voice he had heard inside that piece of "Lamenting Ice Jade"—

"...I'm sorry to have made you all bear the sorrow of the whole world with me."

"Since you can endure my bitter cold, you must all have burning desires in your hearts, right?"

"Then, burn the old world for me."