Chapter 262 The Ten Thousand Mountains, Thirty-Nine

262 The 39th of the Ten Thousand Mountains

Then he said, 'The border regions now have many powerful individuals, almost as numerous as those in ordinary large cities.'

He continued, "Of course, our cultural foundation is still lacking, but our values ​​and class consciousness are not so rigid; in fact, they can be described as full of vitality."

He continued, "Furthermore, there aren't many bloodline cultivators, and some spells, such as the ability to solidify earth into stone, are not valued in the royal city..."

When I mentioned turning soil into stone, I paused a little awkwardly. I immediately felt embarrassed myself, because in this royal city, there were not only other spells that could replace stone, but also more powerful ones that could instantly solidify a wall, or even an entire street.

Moreover, the effect is better; the hardness and range can be controlled at will. Unlike them, those who come to the market have a limited range, take a long time, and have only one effect!

Although they worked very hard, their efforts seemed somewhat pale and powerless in the face of innate talent. Others were so capable, yet they still worked tirelessly.

He was trying his best, but he lacked talent, resources, rare natural treasures, and even rarer elixirs. At this moment, a pale and powerless feeling kept welling up in his heart.

Fortunately, we have a border region that ordinary people can't cross, and those with ability are unwilling to come. That's how we can make a living, and at least we have some hope, right?

After a moment of awkwardness, he quickly recovered and said seriously, "Although the power of this bloodline is not that strong, they are working hard and diligently on the border, and the market area is quite satisfactory, with very fast efficiency."

The houses are all two and a half stories high, and there are even taller ones; their help is also crucial for road construction. They themselves are very hopeful about what they're doing there.

At this point, he nodded slightly, then sighed inwardly. Indeed, talent and ability are not easily compensated for.

Then, seeing everyone listening intently, he solemnly said, "I've come here today with news from Dalong Prefecture; I believe you've all received it by now."

Shi Feixuan nodded. "Received. I never expected this Commander Guan to be so audacious. He's going to cause a catastrophe! I wonder if he can withstand it. I wonder if Lord He is behind it all!"

Shi Wanwan continued, "Good riddance! When we passed through Dalong Prefecture earlier, it wasn't Dalong Prefecture anymore; it was practically renamed Gao Family Prefecture. It's truly become a one-man show for the Gao family."

Shi Feixuan nodded in agreement, saying, "The Gao family has basically taken all the land. The heavy land rent, the exorbitant rent, and the oppressive methods have turned the mountains into private land. There's not even any firewood left to burn."

Thinking about it this way, it seems the law of cause and effect is inescapable; to die so easily is actually letting them off too easily!

Then, he let out a soft sigh, lamenting the suffering of the people and his own powerlessness to change the situation.

Having traveled thousands of miles, witnessing the world's splendor, I've seen everywhere, except in a few places, filled with human suffering. People toil all day, yet their only desire is a full meal. This is a situation I desperately want to change, but am powerless to reverse.

On that day, the evil god descended, and in that life-or-death moment, I finally realized how insignificant and powerless I was in this vast world.

I used to think I could become a Martial King and change the status quo. That night shattered my illusory dream, but it also pointed me in the right direction. Since I am heartbroken to see the people suffering, and there is so little I can do, then I must continue to climb. Only by standing at a high place can I make some changes.

That imposing figure involuntarily surfaced in Shi Feixuan's mind: a cold face, a domineering posture, unparalleled power and arrogance. Wherever the blade passed, evil would bow down and the path of the enemy would be severed.

Last night I heard that the Gao family and their affiliated families, along with many other evil forces in Dalong Prefecture, were wiped out in one fell swoop. I was overjoyed beyond words.

Shi Feixuan felt a surge of passion deep within her heart, after witnessing countless tears along the way and hearing their heart-wrenching, hysterical screams in the dead of night.

They struggled to survive in the fields, giving their all for even the smallest space to live. They toiled day and night, yet still couldn't escape the shackles of poverty, enduring endless pain and torment!

But there's nowhere to confide in, nowhere to confide, and no way to confide!

Once resistance is attempted, it will lead to the destruction of one's family and death, and one will be unable to control oneself. When swords and spears are used, blood will flow endlessly, staining the ground with blood. In just three days, everything will be as white as snow.

Deep down, they yearned to change their tragic fate, to at least find a way to survive, to receive a glimmer of hope and warmth. However, the further they went, the further they went, the less hope they saw.

Only when faced with death can one truly understand that one's power is ultimately limited, unable to change the injustices and unfairness one witnesses. One can only watch helplessly as others struggle in suffering, unable to offer a helping hand.

In the stillness of the night, alone with my thoughts, I realize that this cruel world requires cruel people to deal with it. At least for now, I see hope deep within my heart, and as long as there is hope, I have the motivation to persevere.

Old Shi nodded. Having witnessed countless life-and-death situations, resource monopolies, and all sorts of events, he was still slightly shaken at this moment. He tried hard to control his emotions, but they erupted at this moment. He had once thought he was indifferent to life and death because he was powerless to change anything.

Unless one is truly powerless, most people would secretly go to settle the matter at night, but they would be powerless to change the overall situation.

At this moment, filled with emotion and anticipation, he said, "I've heard that Lord He has given his approval behind this."

Then, not entirely certain, he added, "Lord He executed the Gao family prefect and their core forces, and then Captain Guan wiped out the entire Dalong Prefecture's power. It seems Lord He must have agreed to this. Otherwise, Captain Guan wouldn't have dared to do it!"

With such a disruptive figure leading the charge, just like the Holy Emperor of the past, domineering and powerful, the resistance was always swift and decisive, leaving no trace.

Upon hearing this, Shi Feixuan tried her best to control her excitement, but at this moment, her face was flushed with excitement, and a hint of murderous intent flashed in her eyes, as sharp as a blade.

His teeth were clenched, and his fingers were also tightly clenched into fists, with the veins on his fingers bulging. He was excited and pleased, as if he wanted to set the earth ablaze with anger!

He whispered, "Good riddance! The Gao family was wiped out! I wonder how Lord He will deal with this next. This entire prefecture is being watched by many!"