Chapter 1881: The Whereabouts of the First Generation

Tianxue Realm.

Clang, clang, clang, clang, clang—

Dense, dull metallic knocking sounds rang out from the dust-filled construction site.

Sun Bumian sat at a small stall across the street, chewing on a grain pancake, watching the direction of the construction site with great interest... Although the perimeter of the site had been enclosed with black gauze, one could still vaguely see that a hideous and massive steel giant had already taken shape.

A figure sat down slowly across from Sun Bumian.

"What are you looking at?"

"Looking at this new gadget researched by the Chengtian Dynasty." Sun Bumian said thoughtfully, "I’ve lived for so many years, and this is the first time I’ve seen something like this... both old and new, both ancient and cutting-edge. Can it really affect the Red Star?"

"Don't just judge it by its appearance." Chen Ling glanced at the Star-Breaking Crossbow under construction,

"Before the Red Star truly descends, no one knows the true power of these things... Maybe when the time comes, it will give us all a surprise."

"That’s true, in any case, having it is better than not having it."

Sun Bumian finished the pancake in his hand and looked at Chen Ling.

"How was the chat with the Seven Lords?"

"We have a plan... but it’s very bold and very risky."

"That’s the Red Star, after all. If we don't take risks, how could we possibly destroy it?" Sun Bumian sighed. "Do you think... what are the odds of winning?"

Chen Ling pondered for a long time:

"No more than thirty percent."

Both fell into silence.

"Thirty percent... that’s not low." Sun Bumian muttered to himself.

"I’ve already arranged all the backup plans." Chen Ling continued, "Once we fail, Li Qingshan will take over the Twilight Society and complete the next restart... And, I’ve left more than one backup plan."

"It’s just a pity that the six-winged angel in the Embers of Civilization seems to have disappeared in this restart... otherwise, the odds of winning would be a bit higher."

"Is there anything I can help with?"

"You are of the Play God path and cannot go with us to fight the Red Star... If we fail, the Twilight Society will have to rely on you to protect it."

Sun Bumian nodded, "You can rest assured about that. With me and Liu Qingyan here, the Twilight Society will be fine."

"By the way, what about that thing of Plum Blossom’s?"

Sun Bumian took a wooden box from his arms and placed it solemnly on the table.

"I’ve studied this thing the whole way, but I haven't figured anything out..." Sun Bumian hesitated for a long time before speaking, "We... might still have to accept reality."

Chen Ling didn't speak.

He naturally understood what Sun Bumian meant by accepting reality. Jiang Xiaohua died in the Fifth Generation world, so it was unlikely he would reappear in the Sixth... But Chen Ling still didn't want to give up.

Like Sun Bumian before him, he carefully examined the wooden box for a long time, his brows furrowing tighter and tighter... Then, he opened it.

A blood-colored holy grail lay quietly inside.

"Star Observation Bureau?" Chen Ling saw the small characters on it at a glance. "What is this?"

"I don't know." Sun Bumian shook his head. "I’ve lived for so many years, and I’ve never heard of this organization... Either this is a very small and unknown organization, or..."

"It doesn't belong to this world."

Sun Bumian had lived for over a thousand years and had experienced almost everything that had happened in this country in modern times; he was the most qualified to speak on this matter.

At first glance, the former possibility was clearly more likely, but if you think about it, how could an organization that possesses such mysterious witchcraft props have no fame at all?

And judging by the length of the serial number, this organization that calls itself the "Star Observation Bureau" might possess more than one such mysterious prop.

"These characters..."

"Why do they feel a bit familiar?"

Chen Ling stared at the mosquito-like characters of "Star Observation Bureau," feeling like he had seen them somewhere recently.

He thought carefully for a long time and finally recalled where he had seen this kind of writing.

A flash of astonishment appeared in his eyes.

"What’s wrong with you?" Sun Bumian asked in confusion.

"How could it be him..." Chen Ling muttered to himself, "The First Generation Actor, Nameless... didn't he ascend beyond the world long ago?"

Not long ago, Chen Ling had seen this kind of writing under the memorial tablet of the First Generation Actor, Nameless. Chen Ling could be almost certain that the characters "Star Observation Bureau" were written by the First Generation Actor, Nameless, himself.

This legendary figure, who in the First Generation world found a way to reverse the era and restart the world without any prior intelligence, had once again overturned Chen Ling’s cognition in another unbelievable way.

First Generation Actor, Nameless...

Star Observation...

What exactly are the "stars" being observed here?

Could it be...

In Chen Ling’s mind, he suddenly recalled the vast meteor shower he saw after ascending beyond the world, which streaked across the myriad worlds of candlelight... The Red Star that almost destroyed this world was just one of them.

What kind of organization could observe such "stars"?

If this Star Observation Bureau really had something to do with the First Generation Actor, Nameless, if this was really an organization that observed meteor showers outside the world, and if this holy grail really came from there... then what did Jiang Xiaohua have to do with them?

"In any case, I’ve used all kinds of methods, but I can't feel Plum Blossom’s aura... see if you have any clues." Sun Bumian thought for a moment. "For example, split it open? Dig out Plum Blossom’s curse?"

“……”

Chen Ling examined it carefully for a while and shook his head. "I can't see anything either... However, splitting it open with brute force probably won't bring Plum Blossom back; it’s completely empty inside."

"...Alright." Sun Bumian was a bit dejected.

"However, knowing where this thing came from means there’s still a chance."

Chen Ling put the holy grail back into the wooden box and handed it to Sun Bumian. "Keep it safe. Maybe one day, you’ll be able to bring Plum Blossom back."

"Mm."

Sun Bumian put the wooden box back into his arms.

"The Red Star is coming soon." Sun Bumian asked, "What are your plans for next?"

"I’ve already made all the preparations I can for humanity." Chen Ling said slowly,

"Finally..."

"I want to do some things for myself."

Chen Ling’s gaze looked quietly across the street.

A shop displaying a dazzling array of cakes stood in the most crowded place. It opened its doors, and customers came and went in an endless stream, carrying all the beautiful expectations and laughter of the people.

About ten years ago, Chen Ling passed by this place with members of the Twilight Society... Ten years later, this shop was still thriving.

Seeing Chen Ling’s gaze, Sun Bumian probably guessed what he wanted to do, and a touch of emotion appeared in his eyes.

"That’s good..."

Sun Bumian patted Chen Ling on the shoulder. "Go ahead. For the next few days, Liu Qingyan and I will handle the affairs of the Twilight Society... No one will disturb you."

"You wore the mask of the Sixth Generation Red King and gave this world too much fulfillment. Now..."

"It’s time to do something for yourself."