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Chapter 339 Western God
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“Can we talk?” August asked.

“Okay!” Wu Wen nodded.

"However, not now. You can come find me after the banquet."

After receiving the reply, August bowed slightly and then returned to his seat.

Wu Wen also withdrew.

The palace banquet continued.

During this period, the Eastern Roman envoys did not raise the topic of requesting support from the Tang Dynasty, nor did Li Shimin mention it.

The two sides simply drank and chatted, discussing the customs and traditions of their respective countries, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.

However, after the banquet ended, all the ministers dispersed.

However, Li Shimin kept the Eastern Roman envoys behind, saying that he wanted to continue to learn more about their country from them.

As Wu Wen left the palace, a eunuch caught up with him: "Lord Zhennan, please wait a moment. His Majesty wishes to see you. Please follow me!"

"No need, I will see His Majesty later," Wu Wenping replied calmly, and then left.

However, just as Wu Wen walked out of the palace, August caught up with him.

“Excuse me, can we talk now?” August said with a smile.

"The delegation is still in the palace negotiating matters between the two countries with the Emperor of Tang. Aren't you going to accompany them for the discussions?" Wu Wen asked with a smile.

August replied, "Kevin and the others can handle these things. I'm not very useful; it doesn't matter whether I'm here or not."

"I really want to discuss the 'truth' with you now!"

Wu Wen looked at him and smiled: "Okay, come with me!"

With August,

Wu Wen arrived at Yang Erlang's residence.

When Yang Erlang saw Wu Wen arrive, he immediately went to greet him personally.

“Let’s find a quiet room so I can have a talk with this foreigner,” Wu Wen said.

"Yes!" Yang Erlang responded, leading Wu Wen to his study.

After entering the study, Yang Erlang consciously withdrew and closed the door behind him, creating a quiet environment.

"So, what do you want to talk to me about?" Wu Wen asked as he sat down at the desk.

Unexpectedly, August asked, "May I ask, which god do you worship?"

"Faith? God?" Wu Wen laughed. He thought that August was in such a hurry to find him because he wanted to explore scientific truths with him, but he didn't expect him to say these things as soon as he opened his mouth.

Upon seeing this, August frowned slightly: "Don't you have a god you believe in?"

Wu Wen replied, "That's right, I don't have a god to believe in."

"If we're talking about faith, I only have faith in myself!"

Upon hearing this, August retorted, "Then it seems you have never witnessed the greatness of God."

Upon hearing this, Wu Wen laughed again and said, "God? I've seen them, they're nothing special."

Wu Wen stood up, walked to August, and continued, "To tell you the truth, the so-called gods are nothing more than a veil of mystery."

"Once you uncover his mysterious exterior, God is nothing special."

“No!” August retorted vehemently, “That’s because you haven’t seen a real god!”

Wu Wen didn't argue with him.

It is foolish to argue with people who have different views on issues.

Once back in his seat, Wu Wen realized that the August in front of him was different from his previous assessment of him.

He was not a pure alchemist who pursued truth, because in his understanding, God was truth, and truth was God!
There was no point in talking to him anymore, so Wu Wen didn't want to chat with him any further.

"That's enough for now, you can go back."

Hearing Wu Wen's words about seeing him off, August didn't leave. Instead, he took out a thin booklet from his pocket, handed it to Wu Wen, and said softly with a look of redemption:

"Without faith, you are a person without a home."

"I, August, wish to be your guide, leading you into the embrace of God!"

Wu Wen smiled without saying a word and reached out to take the booklet that was handed to him.

He wanted to see what exactly August's god was.

Upon opening it, the first thing that catches the eye on the title page is a sketch drawn in ink.

The painting depicts an extremely strange creature.

Its round body was covered with tentacles.

In its very center is a huge eye, and the pupil pattern drawn in concentric circles within the eyeball has a hypnotic effect.

Just then, Wu Wen heard August's voice answering:
"Don't be afraid, this is actually God!"

"Although he looked strange, he was very kind. Just remembering his image can redeem the soul!"

Hearing his words, Wu Wen's lips curled into a slight smile.

Because Wu Wen realized that this so-called God of August was actually an extraterrestrial demon.

The image drawn on this paper is actually a spiritual imprint.

When everyone sees this portrait, the image of God will be silently imprinted in the deepest part of their mind.

It's like a virus; it takes root in a person's mind and consciousness, and then, like a virus spreading, subtly influences their spirit, thereby changing their thinking.

Fortunately,
There was no other information hidden in this portrait.

Therefore, its function is simply to soothe the mind, thereby passively making people feel comfortable.
Ultimately, they gradually increased their dependence, thus embarking on the path of faith.

August's voice rang in Wu Wen's ears once more: "Don't you find it strange? Why does God look so peculiar?"

"This is because only demons can conjure up beautiful forms to seduce people's hearts."

As he spoke, August displayed a very devout expression and continued:

"All the splendor and beauty in the world are actually illusions."

"These are all temptations the devil offers us."

"Only by seeing through all these illusions, finding the truth in suffering and pain, can we turn to God."

"Only in this way can we possess true beauty and enjoy true freedom."

While listening to Auguste preach to him, Wu Wen didn't pay any attention and continued to read the contents of the pamphlet.

He wanted to see what was recorded inside.

After reading the contents of the booklet, Wu Wen discovered that, to put it simply, it contained mythological stories.

Starting from the origin of the world
Originally, the world was a dark place. It was God who created this world.

Then, over time, they gradually created all things in the world.

after that,

It gradually shifted from mythology to history.

Throughout history, God has guided humanity to multiply and thrive, while also setting numerous trials along the way, allowing people to gradually understand the true meaning of life and grow through suffering and torment.

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(End of this chapter)