Soul Land: Raiden Shogun Is My Martial Soul

Chapter 188: Raiden Shogun: "The Humans Here Are Strange"

"The humans here are truly peculiar. Though they are weak, instead of uniting to resist external threats, they are busy slaughtering each other."

"What kind of gods do they have?"

Raiden Shogun, who rarely spoke, suddenly broke her silence.

Kong: "..."

This place was vastly different from Teyvat, where Kong had traveled with others. In Teyvat, the "gods," including the Archons, generally cherished their people.

But here, the gods seemed indifferent to their worshippers, treating them as mere lambs to be harvested for faith.

These gods even discouraged the development of soul tools or any form of technological progress.

As for why the Sun and Moon Continent on the other side of Douluo had advanced soul tools but neglected personal cultivation, perhaps it was simply a different way for their gods to manage their flock.

Raiden Shogun's calm voice, though quiet, created a strange atmosphere in the already silent setting.

Weak humans? Humans are weak?

These were not the kinds of words that normal humans would utter.

And what did she mean by their gods?

Gods? Did she mean the Angel God worshipped by the Spirit Hall or something else entirely?

"May the Angel God… um, protect you!" someone muttered, breaking the tension awkwardly.

The crowd instinctively glanced at Kong and Raiden Shogun. Seeing Kong's attire, they sneered inwardly—clearly, he was from some prominent clan to spout such nonsense.

What a lunatic!

Ignoring Kong and Raiden Shogun, the group refocused on Ten Faces.

They were still torn—should they capture Ten Faces now, or kill her outright and fabricate a report later?

Yes, as long as they stuck together, Emperor Xue Ye would never learn of what they had heard here.

But what if there was a traitor among them?

Kong sighed inwardly, appreciating yet again how status and power could smooth over so many troubles.

Raiden Shogun's earlier comment made him reflect. After all, they had previously encountered individuals who were supposed to ascend to godhood in this world.

For instance, Tang Hao, who should have become the master of this world, had already been slain by Kong himself.

A world should develop according to natural laws—it didn't need a master.

Unfortunately, Douluo Continent's consciousness had chosen poorly. Of all people, it picked an ungrateful man who ultimately devoured its authority and consciousness entirely.

Sure, Douluo Continent eventually ascended, but was it even the same world anymore?

It had been completely replaced by Tang Hao!

And why had Tang San, after becoming the Sea God, been able to elevate his powers to a God King so quickly? It was because he had taken control of Douluo Continent's oceans.

Even Poseidon, a true god of the sea, had never claimed control over the oceans.

Poseidon: "Thank heavens I'm not competing against these lunatics. No amount of divine water can clean this mess up."

Kong smirked and gently tightened his embrace around Raiden Shogun, his expression unchanged.

"Wife, human desire is like a boulder rolling down a mountain. Once it begins, there's no stopping it."

"Once upon a time, nobles earned their titles through bloodshed and heroism, fighting off enemies and establishing the Heaven Dou Empire. They were revered as aristocrats."

"But nothing in this world remains unchanged. When their desires began to swell, their original intentions faded."

Raiden Shogun's face remained calm as she replied, "Those who cannot remain steadfast in their resolve and are swayed by desire will eventually reap what they sow."

Her tone was emotionless, yet resolute.

Although her character was to love her people, these humans were not her people. Her love extended only to the citizens of Inazuma.

Raiden Shogun, though changed, now possessing human emotions, had never abandoned her pursuit of eternity.

It was just that her understanding of eternity had evolved.

Her bond with Kong—now that was eternal.

The Royal Knights and Ten Faces could only look on in silence.

Ten Faces: "..."

"You seem to see things clearly, but is this really the place to say such things?

The situation here is very serious!"

Didn't they notice that the Royal Knights were preparing to apprehend the assassin?

Forget it—better to pretend I didn't hear anything.

"Criminal, no matter how eloquent your words are or how moving your story, you've indeed touched me."

"However, as one who eats from the emperor's hand, I must remain loyal to the emperor's cause. You assassinated the Fourth Prince, Xue Beng, so there's no chance of survival for you. Considering your tragic background, I grant you this: end your own life."

The four-ring General spoke, fully aware that suggesting Ten Faces take her own life would spell trouble for him.

After all, Emperor Xue Ye had explicitly ordered her capture alive!

The emperor wanted to personally interrogate her to uncover who dared to orchestrate an assassination against the Fourth Prince.

But the General couldn't bear to imagine what might happen if a woman like Ten Faces were captured alive.

Hearing this, Ten Faces froze for a moment. Her heart, resigned to death, seemed to flicker with a trace of vitality.

This General from the Royal Knights' Order—he could almost be considered a good person.

Ten Faces felt a twinge of regret, having dragged this General into her trap. She had already planned to end her own life.

If her death could slightly weaken the Heaven Dou Empire's already insignificant strength, she would gladly accept it.

But in this world, there is no medicine for regret.

"Thank you, General!"

Ten Faces clasped her hands in gratitude, her expression earnest.

She felt no attachment to this world. This mission had avenged her family and allowed her to fulfill her duty to the Spirit Hall.

With a swift motion, her martial spirit dagger sliced across her neck.

"Pfft…"

Her lifeblood spilled, and with it, her life.

"My life has been without regrets… though it was also my fleeting youth."

As death approached, a flood of memories surged through her mind. To claim she had no regrets was a lie. Ten Faces only lamented that her beauty and lack of background had led her down this path. Otherwise, she might have truly become a genius soul master.

"The assassin responsible for the Fourth Prince's death has been eliminated. Let's return to report."

"And remember—if you want to live, don't speak carelessly."

The four-ring Soul Ancestor spoke coldly. He didn't need to elaborate; everyone present understood the stakes. However, there was always the risk that one of the emperor's confidants might be among them.

As his words fell, many glanced subconsciously at Kong and Raiden Shogun. What about these two onlookers?

They had witnessed everything and were well aware of the truth.

But no one dared provoke them.

Though Kong appeared young, he was clearly the heir of a major sect. If someone were secretly protecting him…

After a brief moment of consideration, they dismissed the thought.

What would happen next was in the hands of fate.

Carrying Ten Faces' lifeless body, the group marched solemnly toward the imperial palace.

Kong watched the scene unfold, his expression unreadable. No one could tell what he was thinking.

"Only through complete change can they achieve true salvation," Kong finally said.

"Kong, you seem different," Raiden Shogun observed.

"This world is sick. I plan to use electric shock therapy to treat it. During the process… rivers of blood may flow."

Electric shock therapy to cure a disease?

How fitting.

Kong turned his gaze toward the direction of the Heaven Dou Palace. If change were to begin, it might as well start here.

"It's not time yet. Let's see if Xiao Xue can succeed first."

If Qian Renxue succeeded, so be it. But if she failed, Kong would have to act personally.

"No matter what you choose to do, I will always support you," Raiden Shogun said softly.

(End of Chapter)

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