Chapter 554
Shen Mochen displayed a hint of surprise on his face: "What does Grandfather mean by this? Buque, why would it harm me?"
Shen Muchong sighed, then smiled helplessly after a long pause: "You're still young and don't understand the dangers of the world and how complex human nature is. You've been with Buque for a long time, so you should be well aware of the immense power of Superpower Users."
"Yes, the power of every Superpower User is comparable to an entire army," Shen Mochen nodded.
Even ordinary B-level or C-level Superpower Users could single-handedly form an army on the front battlefield. Even someone like Cai Yuncui, a graduate Superpower User, still possesses extremely dangerous power for a certain period. Her inability to fight beasts does not mean that flesh and blood or ordinary steel torrents can hinder her path.
However, despite their strength, Superpower Users have two fatal weaknesses. They generally have high attack and low defense, and beyond their superpowers, they are mere flesh and blood. A single shot in the shadows could easily put them to an end. Furthermore, their superpowers decay rapidly, and the time they can truly surpass mortals is just a few years; eventually, everyone returns to the ordinary.
These two points are unavoidable even for Transcendents. Therefore, with the constant presence of "monsters" as a common enemy, Superpower Users haven't triggered any particularly vile incidents.
The Completers often half-seriously joke, saying, be careful when you go out, don't release your powers casually to avoid misunderstandings, because there might be several gun barrels aimed at you at any moment.
"Indeed, I've seen many Superpower Users; their power is incredibly strong. It's hard to believe that a person's flesh and blood can unleash such miracles."
Shen Muchong clicked his tongue, not hiding his envy in his eyes. Who wouldn't want such miraculous power?
"But it's only a matter of a few years anyway; superpowers will always fade, and we will all return to the lives of ordinary people," Shen Mochen said, sipping tea, with his eyes lowered.
"You..." Shen Muchong reached out and pointed at him, revealing a smile that was both helpless and doting like a grandfather to his grandson.
It seemed as though he knew some of Shen Mochen's secrets but chose not to reveal them.
"Let's not talk about that for now. The power possessed by Superpower Users is indeed miraculous. If you had such world-destroying power for a long time, what would you think? How would you view mortals? How would you view yourself?"
Shen Mochen, with a sense of righteousness: "Then I would definitely protect the thousands of families, safeguard the world's peace, and preserve the smiles of the children!"
"Hahaha, you little trickster!" Shen Muchong laughed heartily, "We'll leave the joke at that. Do you think everyone would have the same sense of justice as you?"
"Perhaps... not necessarily. Everyone thinks differently," Shen Mochen said calmly.
"Exactly, everyone thinks differently," Shen Muchong nodded, "That's why some, upon gaining power, have their desires swell: why should someone as powerful as I am on par with mortals? Why should someone like me follow the laws of mortals?"
I think you guys are the least qualified to say that... oh, us, Shen Mochen thought.
"So..."
"So, within the Superpower Users, a secret organization called the Immortal Palace was formed. They claim to be Heavenly Immortals descended to earth, believing they should be above commoners as the rulers of this world, with the commoners as their slaves. This organization connects many individuals, even spreading across countries worldwide. Until one day, they launched a coup, seeking to completely change the order of the world, elevating Superpower Users to first-class citizens, women to second-class, and men to third-class citizens."
"That indeed sounds a bit excessive... clearly, boys can also awaken superpowers, so why are they third-class... Then what happened?"
This must have happened many years ago. Since the Immortal Palace hasn't made waves now, the other side surely must have failed.
"They failed. The Immortal Palace's initial barbaric growth was too rough, and the Watcher departments of various countries had already received internal information from them. Therefore, this coup, or rather betrayal, was easily suppressed, and the information was completely sealed. However... the Immortal Palace has not disappeared, and it will never disappear, because as long as there is a continuous stream of Superpower Users, this ideology will never be extinguished. Now the Immortal Palace has gone underground, becoming more covert and infiltrating deeply. Perhaps, those around you now might be part of them."
Shen Mochen's expression became slightly grave, as tumultuous waves surged in his heart. Buque had not mentioned this to him, but he didn't think Shen Muchong was lying because if this were false, it would be too easily debunked.
"Did Yan Chenchen not tell you about the Immortal Palace's affairs?"
Yan Chenchen? Shen Mochen was taken aback, then thought, could this be General Yan's real name? It's quite girlish.
"No." Shen Mochen shook his head.
"No... it's understandable," Shen Muchong said quietly, "She might be trying to protect you. There are some things that the less you know, the safer you are. Or perhaps... she's guarding against you."
Without Shen Muchong's reminder, Shen Mochen could understand that if Yan Chenchen was a loyal Completer, she certainly wouldn't want Shen Mochen to have any ties with the Immortal Palace.
The Immortal Palace's hierarchy theory is very beneficial to Superpower Users, and if Li Zhuangsheng were to join them, success might be possible. After all, Shen Mochen could compensate for the greatest shortfall of Superpower Users.
But exactly how deeply does Shen Muchong understand him?
At the moment, Shen Mochen has no interest in the Immortal Palace. It's not that he lacks interest in reform completely, but rather has absolutely no interest in the more backward class theory of the Immortal Palace.
He dislikes bloodshed and conflict, and the current system has no drawbacks for him. Calling themselves the Immortal Palace, do they consider themselves gods? Shen Mochen thought of the "Super External" grade beast he encountered back then, which also claimed to be a god. Laughable, that god died at his hands.
"I can't say much else, otherwise, I'm afraid you might think I'm trying to sow discord between you and Buque," Shen Muchong laughed, shaking his head, watching him with concern, "In any case, you must be careful. Your power is too unique, and if the Immortal Palace learns of your existence, they will certainly be interested. But Buque will not allow you to have any connection with the Immortal Palace, and the country will never agree. Both sides will inevitably spark conflict over you... everyone wants to win a precious jade, but the first to break might be the jade itself. Do you understand?"
"I understand..." Shen Mochen licked his lips, "Thank you, Grandfather, for your concern. I will be vigilant."
"Alright then, you may go," Shen Muchong said, stroking his beard with a smile, his voice tinged with authority, "But don't worry too much, you are a direct descendant of the Shen Family. No matter who wishes to move against you, they must think twice!"