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Even the critical review of the god Jeragand in Sherag was outrageous enough, not to mention the other actions of the players.

For example, from the players' perspective, they can go anywhere in this world; as long as there are no invisible walls, they can go to any place that is not enclosed. They don't care about so-called sacred mountains or forbidden areas at all.

Secretly climbing a snow-capped mountain and taking photos is perfectly normal.

As for Manju Academy?

They only see this place as a place to trigger side quests, completely unaware of its importance to Sherag.

It's perfectly normal for players to do things that infuriate the Snowland community due to their differing viewpoints and perspectives. Moreover, some players exhibit the common flaws often found in "single-player game protagonists."

Sneaking around, ransacking houses, freely entering and leaving residences...

All of these factors exacerbated the conflict between the two sides.

Chapter 74 The Possibilities of an "If" Line

"I have a general understanding of the specifics."

Bai Ye clapped his hands.

SilverAsh nodded, then looked at WhiteNight and asked, "Mr. WhiteNight, you are an expert in this field. I came here today to seek your advice."

In fact, the presence of players has already disrupted the peace of the snowy landscape, which was already in chaos due to its recent opening.

The local devout believers are becoming increasingly hostile towards the players, and are also starting to dislike the foreign natives who enter the snowy realm from the outside.

Some have suggested expelling all these people and closing down trade in Kalan, returning to the previous closed-off lifestyle.

There are many people who support this view.

SilverAsh was indeed troubled. His strength was built on the Kallan trade, which was his foundation and the culmination of his efforts. If, as his opponents suggested, the borders were closed and the undead and foreigners were expelled, then all his ideas and plans would become worthless.

At this very moment, Bai Ye's papers and academic works suddenly appeared.

Countless Terran natives, including leaders of various political entities, gained a clearer and deeper understanding of these "undead" who suddenly appeared around the world because of the White Night.

SilverAsh was no exception. After reading WhiteNight's work, he was amazed. He realized that there were experts who knew so much about this special race.

Therefore, he learned about Bai Ye's company through various channels—a little-known pharmaceutical company that had been registered for less than three years, and also a neutral infected organization, Rhodes Island.

After learning that Rhodes Island was actually a special organization that dealt with and treated infected individuals, SilverAsh made up his mind. He could kill two birds with one stone: he could use Rhodes Island to treat his sister, who had contracted Oripathy due to a mountaineering accident, and he could also find White Night.

SilverAsh was actually quite lucky. If he had arrived earlier or later, he probably would have missed White Night. After all, as the head of Rhodes Island's field operations department, White Night always personally leaves Rhodes Island for field missions, spending most of the year traveling around, making him very difficult to find.

It was just a coincidence that White Night happened to be on the Rhodes Island main ship recently, which is why SilverAsh was able to meet her.

“First of all, I can say clearly that simply closing the country’s borders and expelling all outsiders, including the immortals, is not realistic. Or rather, it’s a form of slow suicide,” Bai Ye said slowly, taking a sip of water.

SilverAsh wholeheartedly agreed, nodding. "Those people are unaware of the crisis facing the Snow Realm. I studied in Victoria, so I know how powerful nations outside the Snow Realm have risen and grown."

"In earlier history, before the invention of mobile cities and when natural disasters drove people away from the continent, different civilizations scattered across the continent knew very little about each other. Modern nations had not yet been established, and communication and exchange were virtually nonexistent."

"Two hundred years ago, even in that era of pioneering, it was a period in which we only focused on our own development and did not engage with other countries. But a few decades ago, friction and connections began to gradually emerge between different countries."

"With the support of Gaul, Colombia gained independence from Vitória. Just over a decade later, the War of the Four Emperors led to the fall of Gaul. Colombia and Letania have been engaged in a war over Bolívar that continues to this day."

"Moreover, wars between nations accelerated mutual exchange, trade agreements were signed between countries, and multinational trading companies were established. All of this happened without Sherag's knowledge."

As he spoke, SilverAsh stood up and paced back and forth in the room: "The crisis is already upon us, and we are still oblivious. I will not agree to the decision to close the trading company. There are actually only three of us left in our family, and my eldest sister has become a saintess. I don't care about the profits the company brings; I'm worried about Snow Realm itself."

"So, after learning about the conflict between the Undead and the Sherags, I couldn't sleep at night, and my worst fears came true. Because of the Undead, a wave of xenophobia is rising, and the Kallan trade is in the eye of the storm."

Bai Ye shook his head: "No, actually, I'm not concerned about the crisis in Sherag. My research isn't about geopolitics and national conflicts. Thank you for the history lesson, but my field is the immortals."

“I know that the undead are a group with a strong rebellious mentality. If your Snow Realm really expels them and restricts their entry, it will only further arouse their rebellious consciousness.”

Players' psychology is very interesting. You tell them not to do it, but they won't. For example, some people already know that touching the "Disheartened Guy" will cause them to become enemies, but some people still do it anyway.

They knew the outcome perfectly well, and some of the players were even newbies who couldn't possibly win, yet they still acted impulsively, ultimately ending up as adversaries.

Well, a newbie might really be no match for Disheartened Bro.

For example, if a place is listed as a forbidden area in the game, there will always be players who try to find a way to enter, forcibly break in, smuggle in, or even exploit bugs. They do this without any real purpose; they simply want to fight against the game developers.

Now, if the entire Snowlands is truly locked down, players will only see it as a provocation from the game developers, and they will become even more interested, wanting to go there to have some fun and see the scenery.

Of course, some content creators and streamers deliberately want to go there to film videos, create some hype, and attract traffic.

“You can’t stop them. The undead have a wide range of methods. They will try every means to enter the Snow Realm, and even the Holy Land. At that time, the conflict will intensify, and hostility between the two sides will be inevitable.”

As Bai Ye spoke, he leaned back in his chair, watching SilverAsh pace back and forth in the visitor reception room: "I think you also hope that Sherag will make enemies who can't die, right?"

"The immortals are very vengeful, and since they cannot die, once the two sides become enemies, it is a fight to the death."

"Sir, save me." Silver Grey's face was very pale. He solemnly pleaded with White Night, "I am willing to pay any price, but as a member of the Three Races Council and one of the rulers of Snow Realm, I have a responsibility to prevent this future from happening."

Bai Ye looked at the man in front of her without saying a word.

But in her heart, Bai Ye had already made a decision.

In fact, even if SilverAsh hadn't brought it up, Byakuya would have done it anyway.

In his eyes, both the players and Terra's own civilization are equally important, and if a conflict breaks out between them, it would be a devastating blow to his own industry.

Bai Ye doesn't want current MMORPGs to degenerate into a player vs. Terran civilization's Fourth Scourge invasion, a purely PvE total war.

It may seem insignificant, but the snow crisis could very well become the fuse that leads the timeline to another ending, a key juncture in the "what if" scenario.

Of course, it could be an exaggeration, after all, the Snow Realm can't replace other countries. But who knows what the future holds? Bai Ye doesn't want to gamble.

This world is already bad enough, with the deep-sea insectoids eyeing it covetously. If a fourth catastrophe were to occur, things would get really interesting.

Chapter 75 Silver Gray's Attempt to Poach Talent

Although Bai Ye had already made up her mind.

However, he did not immediately give SilverAsh his answer.

The decision is one thing, but that doesn't prevent White Night from gaining some benefits from it. Snow Realm possesses abundant mineral resources, which have been preserved into the resource-scarce modern era due to Snow Realm's isolation and lack of mining technology.

In addition, the White Nights are associated with the sacred Mount Kalan and the deity Yeragand in the snowy landscape.

I'm equally interested.

Therefore, when faced with SilverAsh's request, White Night hesitated.

He looked at the large silver cat before him and slowly said, "I really want to help you, my friend. However, without knowing the true situation, I cannot offer a solution out of thin air."

"If you want my advice, perhaps I need to do some on-site investigation."

SilverAsh nodded after hearing this.

Bai Ye continued, "However, as the head of the field department, I may need Dr. Kal'tsit's approval to go out."

lie.

SilverAsh might not know this and think that what White Night said is true, but this guy runs around everywhere and rarely asks Dr. Kal'tsit for permission.

Only when Rhodes Island's support is needed or when the resources of Rhodes Island's various overseas offices are required will Bai Ye consult with the old woman.

"Nothing's wrong, she's an old woman; when something's wrong, it's Lady Kal'tsit." That's Bai Ye for you.

However, SilverAsh took White Night's words seriously. He looked around and suddenly asked, "Mr. White Night, would you like to change to a new work environment?"

Bai Ye shifted his posture in the chair, opened a bottle of sparkling water, took a sip, and squinted his eyes contentedly.

"This stuff used to be forbidden, which is why I especially love drinking it... Hmm, based on what you just said, you want to poach me?"

SilverAsh didn't know where White Night had gotten the bottle of sparkling water with water droplets still hanging on the walls, but he didn't care about this little thing.

He nodded, opened his arms and said, "Shelag is a beautiful place, which will definitely be convenient for your research. Moreover, as you know, Snowfield will only get better and better with our development. It is a new industrial and technological country where you can put your talents to use in your research without worrying about your results being plagiarized, misused or buried."

“I will do my best to support your research, with ample resources and rights, and for legitimate reasons, so that I will not feel guilty.”

Bai Ye nodded. He had to admit that if he were an ordinary person, or had just transmigrated into the world of Terra, SilverAsh's suggestion would definitely be a tempting option.

However, he really doesn't think much of what SilverAsh offered him now.

To be honest, this guy is really brave, openly saying he wants to poach talent from Rhodes Island on its own turf.

Rhodes Island has always been the one poaching talent from others, recruiting talented individuals and extraordinary people everywhere, including nobles and wealthy young ladies.

Now SilverAsh is the opposite; it's obvious he won't succeed.

Bai Ye downed his sparkling water in one gulp and gently shook his head: "Thank you for your generosity, but I don't have any plans to switch jobs for the time being."

After a pause, Bai Ye continued, "However, as long as Dr. Kal'tsit agrees, I am still happy to help Snowfield resolve this crisis."

SilverAsh did not show any frustration despite White Night's rejection.

He nodded and smiled: "No matter the outcome, I am grateful for your kindness. I have also benefited greatly from your previous words."

SilverAsh will devise various plans on his own, and he won't put all his eggs in one basket with White Night.

Perhaps, seeking an expert is simply to improve the feasibility of the plan, or to find the insurance and security that authority brings.

SilverAsh glanced at his watch and said, "I need to check on my sister's medical plan, so I'll have to excuse myself for now."

SilverAsh is quite concerned about his sister's condition.

Both the eldest daughter of the Shiva'esh family, who had become like-minded with SilverAsh, and SilverAsh himself were very concerned about this youngest sister.

Unfortunately, as a saint, Enya Shivaish cannot leave Mount Karan without permission, at least not now. Therefore, she can only send her blessings to her sister from afar.

"She must be very happy to have such a brother and sister..."

Bai Ye watched SilverAsh walk towards the medical department accompanied by his guards and Amiya, and sighed softly.

"How did the chat go?" Dr. Kal'tsit walked into the meeting room, then saw the empty soda bottle that Bai Ye had placed on the table, and shook her head: "I rarely see warriors willingly drinking this stuff. Sometimes I really wonder how you developed this skill."

Kal'tsit rarely complains, but it has to be said that even in the eyes of this frighteningly knowledgeable old woman, Bai Ye is an anomaly.

"I'm not some ascetic cultivator from the Yan Kingdom... Hmm, I might have to go on a business trip soon."

Bai Ye put away the soda bottle and then told Dr. Kal'tsit what SilverAsh had told him earlier.

"Of course you can go. Rhodes Island also plans to take this opportunity to establish an office in Kjerag to treat the increasing number of infected people there. Use this opportunity to solve the problem you care about most."

Dr. Kal'tsit did not stop Bai Ye, and even helped Bai Ye choose a reason for going on a business trip abroad.

Perhaps it was only when faced with a special issue like "players" that could potentially affect the entire land that Dr. Kal'tsit was so readily agreeable.

“Then…” Bai Ye was just about to leave.

Dr. Kal'tsit stopped him.

The young-looking elder stared at Bai Ye with her emerald green eyes and said softly, "I know you mean well, but in any case, please don't drag Rhodes Island into the political struggles of other countries."

"Furthermore, please keep the matter of the Demon King's successor a secret. The enemy is constantly searching for Amiya's whereabouts, and it would not be pleasant for them to target us. We have already shed enough blood; we cannot afford any more losses."

As she spoke, Dr. Kal'tsit took a step closer to Bai Ye, almost touching his face.

Under that oppressive gaze, Bai Ye nodded.

Then, Bai Ye asked with some curiosity, "What is Dr. Kal'tsit's view on the undead race?"

"I don't know. But perhaps this is an opportunity. Originium, demons, natural disasters, sea monsters... this land is already chaotic and dangerous enough. Perhaps in the final moments when existing civilizations are heading towards their end, we can get their help."

After a pause, Kal'tsit continued, "Of course, it cannot be ruled out that they are also the source of our destruction, and are more dangerous than other beings."

Chapter Seventy-Six: Just Falling from the Sky

Bai Ye had long suspected that Dr. Kal'tsit might be more aware of the significance of the players' existence than anyone else on this land.

They could be angels, or they could be demons.

It all comes down to how you guide them.

Bai Ye walked back to his dormitory with a heavy heart and dialed Miss Swire's number, intending to discuss business matters related to the cooperation with Sherag.

However, after the call was connected, Bai Ye heard a lot of noise coming from the other end of the line.

"Officer Shi, are you alright over there?!" Bai Ye frowned and pulled away the personal terminal that was originally to his ear.

"*Longmen swear words!* I don't believe in poetry, are you just deliberately picking a fight?!"

Miss Swire was furious, but her voice was quickly interrupted by the sound of an explosion nearby.

"Sir! The fire on the other side is too intense! We need backup!"

The voices of other police officers could be heard from the side.