Chapter 459
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Chapter 459: Everyone Knows
“Is this reasonable?”
Night Union, the Ring City.
Old Mike had just shot and killed an interrogated member of the Siskin organization. He squinted, staring at the short video playing on his glasses. His expression was one of disbelief—like an elderly person on the subway trying to make sense of a cellphone.
The massive event that had just unfolded was something he hadn’t been informed of by anyone at Babel Tower. The viral video circulating online showed the epic battle between the Almighty and Babel Tower, culminating in the Queen of the Scarlet Moon’s triumph over the Almighty.
“Babel Tower can actually defeat the Almighty and take over the Giant Hive… It was all thanks to those handsome men and beautiful women at the party, and that mysterious figure hiding in the shadows.”
“Well, it’s obvious now—the Almighty is nothing but a heap of dung.”
Deep down, Old Mike had an inkling of the immense power Babel Tower wielded. He knew it was a mysterious organization that he had no chance of resisting.
“But even so, these guys managed to pull this off, and it’s unbelievable.”
He furrowed his brow, feeling that retirement was slipping further and further away from him. Without a doubt, he had been pulled into a giant whirlpool.
If Babel Tower could occupy the Giant Hive, it meant that Babel Tower could also pose a threat to both Ring City and Tree City.
“These troublemakers… that so-called Savior is going to stir up even bigger problems…”
Not only did Old Mike witness the Almighty’s defeat, but others did too. At this very moment, in the Ring City, many people were watching the astonishing video through various channels.
“You guys need to see this! It’s a battle between super beings!”
“It’s incredible! They must all be top-tier super beings. This doesn’t even look like it’s happening in Ring City…”
“Is that woman from Babel Tower?”
Most people didn’t recognize the Almighty’s true form. They didn’t fully understand the significance of the video, but there were some who did.
The Almighty, who controlled Noy’s military, was defeated. The Giant Hive, starting today, belonged to Babel Tower!
The world’s structure had been rewritten.
Initially, Babel Tower’s reports were only broadcast in Tatsumi City. Little did anyone know, from that moment on, the reports would reach a global audience.
The Ring City.
Level 200.
Here, the sky was bright—this was the highest level of the Ring City. On Level 200, there were only two types of people: the board members of the Rock Morgan group and their families, and semi-mechanical androids who existed solely to serve them.
The ground was covered in lush greenery and flowers, with luxury buildings scattered amid the colorful seas of blooms. The residents were dressed in silver and white tight-fitting clothing, living lives of leisure and entertainment. They hardly ever worked, and their wealth surpassed anything most could imagine, making up more than ninety-nine percent of the Ring City’s total wealth.
In the heart of the region stood a towering white building that resembled a grand tower. At its peak, there was a room crafted entirely from pure wood, exuding an antique charm.
Surrounded by lifelike androids, an elderly man with glasses sat in a wooden chair. Dressed in a dark kimono-like robe, he exuded an air of authority.
“It seems the contract we signed with the Noy military is going to be abandoned.”
The elderly man’s eyes, though ordinary, gleamed with a gentle blue glow as he watched the latest video, lost in thought.
“Fortunately, such things could never happen in our city, cough cough.”
He glanced at the distance. As long as she was there, Babel Tower wouldn’t be much of a concern.
A little girl in red stood nearby, her delicate face free of emotion. She couldn’t possibly be his granddaughter—there was something less human in her eyes, something almost robotic, like the androids surrounding her.
The old man continued, “Scarlet, our partnership is coming to an end, and your long-awaited wish is about to come true.”
“When that happens, everything will change.”
“You will rule this world.”
The old man spoke much more, but no reply came from the girl in red. His eyes betrayed a hint of disappointment.
Suddenly, the girl spoke.
Her voice was flat and emotionless. Her eyes never blinked, and she spoke like a finely crafted doll.
“It was not what I wished for.”
“This is your wish, and everyone’s wish.”
Tatsumi City.
“Did you see it?”
The Leaf King closed the window, letting the wind die down, and returned to his seat. He calmly picked up his teacup and took a delicate sip. The tea inside wasn’t expensive, but it was unique—a type only a select few with refined tastes would enjoy.
“World” Mr. Xia sat across from him, casually moving chess pieces around. He nodded and said, “I saw it. Babel Tower is making significant moves.”
“They’ve quietly shifted the balance of the world in just a few days,” said the Leaf King, picking up a chess piece.
He fell silent for a moment before speaking again. “If they can occupy the Giant Hive, that means they can pose a threat to any nation in Noah’s world. I’m concerned…”
“As long as I become a deity, there will be no problem,” Mr. Xia responded.
After the First Doomsday Crisis, Mr. Xia had already reached the level of “quasi-deity.” Now, he was one of the two most powerful beings in Noah’s world, almost a god.
The Leaf King put down his teacup and gazed at Mr. Xia.
“In all these countless years, many powerful beings have come and gone, but only a few have truly ascended to godhood…”
“But I believe you will succeed.”
The Kingdom of Dark Light.
Tulip Manor.
“In the newspaper… Did you see it?” Kaluoer asked, holding a newspaper in her hands. She looked at her owner, Viscount Edmond, with an unreadable expression.
Viscount Edmond, who was none other than Bai Yan himself, nodded nonchalantly. “Yes, I’ve seen it.”
“Babel Tower is very powerful.”
After Kaluoer finished speaking, she shamelessly added, “And rounding it off, I am also very powerful.”
Bai Yan paused, whispering to himself, “Ah, right, right. You’ll have 80 points when we join forces.”
In truth, Bai Yan and Kaluoer had spent the most time together recently. They had become quite comfortable with one another.
Kaluoer leaned in, looking at Bai Yan’s face. “Next time, take me with you.”
Bai Yan furrowed his brow. “I wasn’t there this time. Didn’t you read the newspaper? The dynamic newspaper recorded the whole process.”
“Surprisingly, you’re not there? I thought I would find you…” Kaluoer fell silent for a moment.
“I need tasks to feel satisfied.”
She gazed into Bai Yan’s eyes, sensing something indescribable.
“The Mercury Ball may be gone, but my experiences there will never disappear… My mind, my soul, are forever bound to fulfilling these missions…”
“Your words have become many,” Bai Yan chuckled. “I’ve never heard you speak so much before.”
Kaluoer’s character had indeed changed. No longer the cold and ruthless assassin, she had evolved into a mischievous, slightly cunning, and skilled maid who enjoyed playing pranks… as an assassin.
“Yes, just as you said. The assassin remains an assassin.”
“I would like your help in explaining the situation to the Savior,” Kaluoer added.
Bai Yan understood what she meant: she didn’t want to just be relegated to the “warehouse.”
Daily and weekly missions, which Bai Yan had previously assigned to the Core Operators, had become less frequent due to the growing number of Operators.
Kaluoer, who used to see killing as her “job,” was now having a hard time adjusting.
“Sorry, I refuse,” Bai Yan said, shaking his head. He gently touched Kaluoer’s hair.
“Kaluoer, try to be a normal girl. You need friends, entertainment, hobbies… Even if you’re willing to be a ‘tool,’ I don’t want you to be just that.”
Kaluoer tilted her head, staring at Bai Yan for a long time. Then, she bowed and turned away.
Bai Yan said no more, not wanting to interfere too much in Kaluoer’s life.
Next, he would focus on his own affairs. The delightful and enjoyable things. The reward summary and… summoning!
