Transforming Succubus: Almost Doomsday

"Is it possible that there is actually a happy utopia within the Advanced World?"

"Impossible, absolutely impossible. If there were, others would have gone there long ago, and demons would have too," Xianwu shook his head repeatedly.

Zhou Baiyu didn't speak, seriously considering the possibility.

However, Guang Tongchen said:

"The divine treasures, because of Zhou Baiyu's touch, are now available in all 2.0 and later versions."

"Don't you think that humans are really too weak? The humans of the Advanced World, I always feel they wouldn't be completely defenseless. Is it possible that humans really built a sanctuary with the help of the divine treasures?"

"That place has no strife, no scent of apocalypse, only happiness."

"What if our trip there is like going to the 2.0 version of Nightmare Bridge, not to explore but to protect?"

"If we couldn't protect the last hope of humanity at Nightmare Bridge, perhaps the Advanced World would have no spark left."

"Similarly, the demons discovered the existence of the Land of Joy and started invading humanity's last stronghold. If we can't protect this place, perhaps... humanity might lose its last sanctuary?"

Having said this, Xianwu actually felt it might really be possible.

Zhou Baiyu still did not speak.

Each time he went to the intermediary station, he would interpret the recruitment and announcement thoroughly.

Indeed, some of what he interpreted coincided with what Guang Tongchen said.

But such a place, appearing at the beginning of the post-apocalyptic era... Is it really appropriate?

"Let's enter the intermediary station first. If such a place really exists in the Advanced World, perhaps the intermediary would know some clues, right?"

Guang Tongchen suggested and also left some messages on the blackboard, preparing Constantinina Ling Hansu as well.

Zhou Baiyu then hastily wrote a letter, preparing to entrust it to Constantin to bring to Zhang Haoyun.

After Zhou Baiyu's last long "disconnect," everyone realized something—that the recruitment that requires staying in one area for a long time did exist.

So in order to minimize changes, it was necessary to leave some important messages.

The power of Zhang Haoyun made devices inoperable around her, so Zhou Baiyu could only leave a letter.

During the letter-writing process, Zhou Baiyu, worried about his parents, called Zhou Zeshui and Wang Shufen.

He briefly mentioned in his bedroom that he was going to join the next adventure.

Zhou Zeshui was very worried, and Mrs. Wang was once again crazily shouting, asking if she could join him.

"Don't worry, the place I am going seems not too dangerous, filled with laughter and joy everywhere."

Mrs. Wang Shufen already thought her son was some kind of supernatural investigator.

The kind that ventures into perilous supernatural location for exploration.

She also gave some advice from a gamer's perspective:

"Your dad and I only see laughter and joy when we go to places where we pay for fun. The comedians, after taking off their makeup, might actually be quite depressed."

"Real estate agents smile sheepishly while showing houses, but inside they might only feel tired and angry."

"There's no absolute joy in this world, son. Be careful! You need to think like you're in a game!"

"Even if there are no monsters or enemies, humans still couldn't create an absolutely joyful world, let alone... while you're doing those strange explorations?"

While Aunt Wang certainly misunderstood some of her son's actions, Zhou Baiyu felt there was a lot of truth in her words when he heard them.

"Regardless, I need to proceed with caution."

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Intermediary station.

Having arrived at the intermediary station, the group began preparations for combat with their respective intermediaries.

Meanwhile in the Forum of Pioneering Voices, upon Xianwu's inquiry, it was found that the Gatherer Wu Xin had ascended to the second rank.

And Wu Xin had also entered the 2.0 recruitment.

Opinions on this matter of recruitment varied greatly among them.

The majority, becoming pioneers passively, preferred less trouble whenever possible.

Recruitment could bring substantial improvement, but everything hinged on clearing the level.

Failing to clear meant death.

The atmosphere inside the Future Gate became somewhat tense as everyone learned that Wu Xin went into such a version of the post-apocalyptic era starting with 2.0.

Tianxia Wu'er was also there.

"Xianwu, Wu Xin, are you two in the same region?"

"Yes, but don't worry, Wu'er, I have great confidence in that kid from the neighboring guild," Xianwu laughed.

He refrained from playing on Wu'er's 'unclear' joke, but his remark was just short of outright saying it.

Regardless, the presence Tianxia Wu'er showed at Nightmare Bridge was greatly admired by Duan Kun.

Even though Jiang Xianwu continued to achieve impressive results, in Xianwu's eyes, Tianxia Wu'er remained the top in the world.

Tianxia Wu'er said:

"Alright. Version 2.0 isn't simple, every event there, once reversed with a pioneer's involvement, would trigger significant changes. If you need any help, just tell me."

"I've been collaborating closely with Huan Liuyan lately; she has many treasures on her."

Xianwu probably understood.

It sounded like he had won over the president of the Divine Consort Association next door.

But he somewhat remembered that woman, Huan Liuyan; she and Wu'er were not the type to engage in casual romances.

Presumably, their collaboration was based on some political significance.

But...

What was the significance?