Worldwide Awakening: My Soul Kinds Are Lost

Wang Linchi's two conditions soon spread throughout the Dajing Dynasty's territories—or rather, what remained of them, as the South was already gone, leaving only the Eastern and Northern Domains.

This move sparked a great uproar. Some said Wang Linchi disregarded the greater good, while others applauded his decision.

Most people were aware of the situation between the Baylong Religion and Dragon Island, especially as they delved into Wang Linchi's past. These two groups were known for their opposition to the Human Clan and the massacres they had committed. Furthermore, they had established dominion in the North. If not for Yan Ming King's formidable strength, it was uncertain whether the North could have been reclaimed entirely.

Yan Ming King had not responded yet, seemingly reorganizing internal matters.

On Wang Linchi's side, he had not attended court for some time, instead allowing his subordinates to manage affairs.

The primary reason was the impending collapse of his temporary Protagonist's Aura, which could no longer be suppressed. It was set to completely disappear in about two or three months, assuming the Northern or Eastern Domains still existed. If they too were lost to the Great Ruins, his Protagonist's Aura would vanish instantly.

The reason he hadn't left yet, of course, was that he was waiting for news.

It was worth it for the Dragon Emperor. After all, this temporary Protagonist's Aura never truly belonged to me. Stabilize Luck only slows its depletion, and every time I gain an opportunity related to being a protagonist, it consumes more of the Aura.

As long as the Dragon Emperor's corpse could be fused into the Saint Master's substitute body, the Saint Master would genuinely acquire the Dragon's power, allowing his strength to ascend to a new level.

Of course, he hadn't been idle during these days either, having created the third Soul Seed Page: Self-Healing.

[Soul Seed Page - Self-Healing (Mythology Level)]

It grants regenerative recovery for seven aspects—stamina, energy, spirit, mind, soul, cognition, and physique—with added effects of regeneration and enhanced recovery efficiency.

The ability is straightforward: it increases recovery in all these aspects by one hundred percent, supplemented by the 'Regenerative Enhancement' effect keyword. Its primary focus is recovery capability.

Regeneration isn't confined to physical healing like limb regrowth; it extends to the spirit, mind, soul, and other non-physical aspects. Through the combined effect of the aforementioned seven attributes, even if Wang Linchi's spirit, mind, or soul suffered ostensibly irreversible damage—such as losing a large portion or being severely torn—they could still regenerate. 'Regeneration Enhancement' is the ultimate trump card.

As for 'High-Speed Regeneration' and 'High-Speed Recovery,' these two effect keywords are supplementary. 'Recovery' itself doesn't dictate speed; recovering in a day versus recovering in a minute are both forms of recovery.

After all, the percentage increase was based on Wang Linchi's own attributes. If he himself was lacking, even a one hundred percent increase would be useless.

However, being a Soul Seed Page, it was constantly active, providing Wang Linchi with the highest caliber of recovery.

Since acquiring the Soul Seed Page of Self-Healing, he had been continuously tearing at his own spirit, mind, and other aspects, extensively consuming stamina and energy, even to the point of triggering the 'Regenerative Enhancement' effect keyword. While the Soul Seed Page healed his injuries, he simultaneously leveraged 'Adaptive Evolution' to refine a multitude of new effect keywords from the experience.

Previously, he wouldn't have dared to act so recklessly, fearing he might not recover from such injuries.

Now that he could evolve corresponding resistances or immunities by courting death, it was naturally an excellent development.

Wouldn't that be a waste of the Adaptive Evolution ability inherent to the Dragon Soul Saint Main?

"Your Majesty, there's news from Yan Ming King," an attendant said, rushing in hurriedly.

"What news?" Wang Linchi asked.

"He will arrive at Sky Capital by tomorrow, but..." the attendant hesitated.

"But what?" Hearing the first part, Wang Linchi was quite pleased, though he knew things could always take a turn.

"But he won't agree to your second condition, Your Majesty," the attendant said hurriedly. "The Dragon Emperor has already switched sides. Right now, with the world's survival threatened, he can't afford to weaken his own fighting power."

Wang Linchi frowned; this sounded like Yan Ming King intended to stand up for his subordinate.

So, he's chosen to fight? Yan Ming King might be doing the right thing, but what does that have to do with me? My goal is revenge. With an escape route secured, why should I care if the world ends? It has nothing to do with me.

"Yan Ming King has not yet made his stance clear, Your Majesty. This matter might need further discussion. The ministers also largely disagree with your second condition. This is a critical time when every hand is needed," the attendant said carefully.

Upon hearing this, Wang Linchi couldn't help but sigh. 'Largely disagree'? That's just a polite way of saying it. The truth is, probably no one agrees.

This is the backlash from gaining power through luck, without the corresponding strength to justify my position. It's already starting.

"I will discuss it with Yan Ming King tomorrow," Wang Linchi still wanted to try.

"The ministers hope Your Majesty will welcome him with the seal tomorrow," the attendant said, bracing himself. He felt it was nearly treasonous to utter such words.

"Tsk, it appears they've already decided," Wang Linchi remarked, glancing at the attendant. "Surprisingly, they still think they need me. But you, you're just unlucky, aren't you? Sent here to be the scapegoat?"

Presenting the seal in welcome was a symbol of surrender.

Previously, it could have been considered a collaboration, with everyone maintaining a fig leaf of dignity. Now, they were directly asking Wang Linchi to be the sacrificial lamb.

"I can agree to that," Wang Linchi said, pulling out a list and circling several names. "However, these people must die first. Otherwise, they can go themselves tomorrow. I want to see their heads by nightfall."

"This... Your Majesty, I fear such killings might..." the attendant stammered.

"Why not?" Wang Linchi stated calmly. "They can refuse, or they can try to force me. But if I decide to cast aside all pretense of shame, they will undoubtedly be the ones to die."

They could sideline Wang Linchi, but regarding imperial dignity, they didn't dare go too far—this was still a feudal society, after all. Thus, they maintained a superficial respect for Wang Linchi, though even that respect was now wearing thin.

Furthermore, he could shamelessly weep when presenting the city tomorrow, claiming the ministers were unwilling and that if he hadn't overridden all objections to surrender, this day would never have come.

There was a ninety percent chance Yan Ming King would back Wang Linchi, as Wang Linchi had been the one to speak out first—unless Yan Ming King planned to be as shameless as Wang Linchi.

But Wang Linchi didn't care. He planned to flee anyway, and his position had been acquired with little effort, so he wasn't bothered. Yan Ming King, however, could not afford such indifference.

"Yes, Your Majesty. I will convey your message to the ministers," the attendant finally said, taking the list and hurrying away once more.

Wang Linchi's thinking was simple: if they disgusted him, he would disgust them in return.

By forcing the ministers to kill their own people, he was disgusting those ministers who sought to sideline him. Killing these talented individuals would also be a blow to Yan Ming King.

The greater good? What did that have to do with him?

It was originally a transaction: Yan Ming King would give him the Dragon Emperor, and he would give Yan Ming King Sky Capital. He was even willing to act as a stepping stone, surrendering, presenting the seal, and cooperating with an abdication. Given the immense value of the Dragon Emperor, Wang Linchi should have shown Yan Ming King enough face. Unfortunately, Yan Ming King not only refused but also intended to play hardball.

So, Yan Ming King couldn't blame Wang Linchi for setting a trap for him before leaving.

This is quite disgusting. And I recall we had some enmity between us back then, didn't we?

Wang Linchi began to rake over old coals and quickly found the record of Yan Ming King having freeloaded his second-generation Soul Seed Boiling.

Hmm, what else can I do for revenge?

After some thought, it seemed the only remaining method was to prevent Yan Ming King from taking Sky Capital.

Forget it. Just making him feel disgusted is enough. After all, we were classmates once. In the end, Wang Linchi decided not to go as far as destroying Sky Capital.

Actually, he had a way to prevent Yan Ming King from taking possession of Sky Capital. Within the city, a Soul Device named the Bodhi Converter was still functional—a relic the Dajing Dynasty intended to use to preserve its final shred of dignity should it face annihilation.

It hadn't been activated previously because those individuals weren't prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice. Once initiated, even figures like the Empress Dowager and the young emperor, who had fled east, would be trapped. Between life and dignity, they chose life—a decision no doubt bolstered by the temporary Protagonist's Aura.

Wang Linchi could depart instantly, so he didn't need to worry about being caught by the Bodhi Converter's effect.

He understood that if Sky Capital were to be destroyed through the Bodhi Converter's activation, the Eastern and Northern Fourteen Domains would inevitably be affected. Combined with the Great Ruins, it was possible they could all be wiped out.

Vengeance might be sweet, but the aftermath would still leave a bitter taste.

"Tomorrow will probably be the last day," Wang Linchi muttered under his breath, unconcerned about being overheard. Others didn't know he was planning to flee; they would simply assume he was referring to his last day in his current position.

Alas, the Great Ruins... Wang Linchi felt a profound helplessness in his heart, yet he could do nothing to change the situation. Ultimately, he could only ensure his own survival.