The villains are redeemed, and the heroines cry and beg for forgiveness.

But now it's possible through a light screen?

Is it because times have changed and the rules have changed? Or are there other reasons?

The "tyrant" who looks exactly like Gu Ran is shrouded in mystery. Is Gu Ran's later change related to him?

For a moment, Xue Xiling's research mind kicked in again, and she began to look at the matter with a research perspective.

The other powerful figures present became somewhat noisy, behaving like ordinary people in a market, completely lacking any of their former dignity.

This is simply outrageous, and the secrets here are truly astonishing. Even though they have reached the pinnacle of human strength and cultivated for decades, this is the first time they have ever heard of such a secret.

"The 'tyrant' from Canglong City hundreds of years ago looks exactly like Gu Ran. Could it be that Gu Ran is actually the reincarnation of that 'tyrant'?"

"It's obviously impossible. They've met face to face. If they were reincarnated, how could they possibly meet face to face like this?"

"The sea eye ruins are actually related to the safety of the whole world. Fortunately, Gu Ran stopped that old mermaid from doing something stupid... So, Gu Ran really did save the world back then."

"What nonsense are you talking about? Isn't it very clear on the screen? Only when all the sea eyes erupt will it be a world-ending crisis. The eruption of only one or two sea eyes won't reach that level. Besides, the crisis at the sea eye ruins is because of him. Shouldn't he have gone to stop it? I think we shouldn't feel any gratitude towards him, but rather condemn him severely and scold him harshly!"

Lin Fan's side was trying to diminish Gu Ran's "achievements".

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For Lin Fan's side, any opportunity for Gu Ran to win the favor of the powerful figures present was unlikely to be allowed.

Their only thought now is to prevent any further accidents and to nip any possibility that might lead to Gu Ran's rescue in the bud.

Moreover, although their statement may seem somewhat selfish, everyone is selfish. They were simply providing a respectable excuse for the powerful figures present who wanted to kill Gu Ran to back down.

Otherwise, if someone had once saved all of humanity, and you were about to kill them in the blink of an eye, it would be difficult to save face. These powerful individuals might not directly intervene to save Gu Ran, but if they hesitated even slightly when others tried to save Gu Ran, it could affect the course of the battle. Their words could eliminate that hesitation and prevent them from feeling any guilt.

Yudora looked at Lin Fan and his men with secret hatred in her heart. If she had the chance, she would definitely kill them all.

Gu Qingqing kept a close eye on Xue Xiling. She hadn't given up either. Even if there was only a sliver of a chance, she would risk her own life to help Gu Ran escape.

"Alright, alright, everyone quiet down and listen to me. The tyrant may have indeed done some good things in the past, but in my opinion, his merits and demerits don't outweigh each other." After thinking for a while, Lin Fan felt that he should be able to get away with it this time, so he stood up and continued to express his opinion, trying to guide the direction of public opinion.

"Many people have always had the idea that they can make up for their mistakes by doing good deeds, but it is not always appropriate to do good deeds to make up for mistakes. If it is just a minor mistake that has not caused any major crime, then I think it is okay to make up for it by doing good deeds."

"But if he has committed heinous crimes, then it is not appropriate to make amends. Past achievements or good deeds are not a get-out-of-jail-free card. Besides, no matter how many things Gu Ran has done for the benefit of humanity, he has already been rewarded. He has already ascended to the position of General Administrator, which is the most prestigious and powerful position in the Human Alliance. He has reached the pinnacle of his life. Isn't that enough to demonstrate his merits? We haven't even held it against him for using despicable means to ascend to the position of General Administrator."

"Even if we take a step back and consider that the mistakes he made afterward betrayed the expectations of all the people of the Human Alliance, his previous merits and demerits cancel each other out. Even if we only pursue his later crimes, he will not escape death."

After these words, the sense of guilt that some of the powerful figures present felt towards Gu Ran was completely dispelled.

Indeed, merits and demerits cannot offset each other; otherwise, anyone could use this as a get-out-of-jail-free card in the future.

So, if you do some good deeds first, and then start killing and arson, you can get away with it?

This is clearly not possible.

Therefore, the powerful figures present felt at ease, and Lin Fan, who pointed this out, regained their approval, and his previous losses were offset.

It must be said that, in critical moments, Lin's administration is indeed reliable.

Xue Xiling ignored Lin Fan and the others, and instead watched silently, lost in thought.

“Strange, if the ‘tyrant’ of Canglong City from hundreds of years ago was friendly to Gu Ran, then why did everyone else die except for me, Gu Ran, and the insane Wu Wang who went back?”

Xue Xiling frowned slightly. She had thought that Gu Ran had encountered a dangerous situation after she fell into a coma, but she didn't expect it to be just a pleasant conversation.

"Or is it that the matter happened later, and it's not time for that yet?"

......

In the light screen.

After hearing the "tyrant's" explanation, Gu Ran finally felt relieved about the little conch.

He didn't really know much about the little conch's condition before, and was worried that doing so might have some side effects.

If the little conch can't complete its soul and regain its memories and traits, then in a sense, the little conch seems to have already died.

Whenever Gu Ran thought of this, her heart ached, and she could no longer bear to think about it.

But now he has begun to let go.

"It seems you've understood and figured it out, right? If you can understand the relationship of the mermaid race's inheritance, then you'll be able to understand the relationship between us more clearly in the future."

The "tyrant" said, "I have tried my best to use indirect descriptions and analogies to let you understand. If I were to say it directly, it would most likely be silenced by that mysterious rule. This method seems to be working, at least for now, it has managed to fool you."

"The Merfolk's legacy..." Gu Ran said with a frown, "I still don't quite understand. The Merfolk's legacy is a legacy between races, a continuation of the most outstanding geniuses of a race. I really can't understand the similarity between it and us."

To say that the other person is playing the role of the merfolk queens of past generations doesn't seem quite right. Although merfolk queens do leave their souls as part of their legacy to their descendants, they don't all look the same; they are completely different people.

The other person looks exactly like him, a connection that seems even closer than the heritage of the merfolk.

“You still know too little right now, so it’s indeed hard to understand. When you know more in the future, you will naturally remember what happened today and what I said to you. That’s why I had that little guy who is now the president of Lanxin University call you here,” the “tyrant” said calmly.

Gu Ran raised an eyebrow: "Did you tell Xue Yingsong to send me? You have a way to contact the outside world? What is your relationship with him?"

The "tyrant" looked at Gu Ran: "Do you know who the first president of Lanxin University was?"

"it's me."

"I founded Lanxin University."

This time, Gu Ran was truly shocked.

"You founded Lanxin University? Didn't you hate the development of Xing Shi Technology? Then why did you do it?"

The "Tyrant" smiled faintly: "Surprised, are you? I, the tyrant widely rumored to hate Starstone Technology, have actually founded a modern university primarily dedicated to its research. The reason is quite simple: I don't simply hate Starstone Technology; I view it as an enemy of humanity, a friend in disguise, but ultimately, an enemy. Therefore, I must thoroughly understand Starstone Technology. Only by clearly understanding your enemy can you take appropriate measures."

"Therefore, I created Lanxin University to preserve the Star Stone Technology data I collected and to verify some of my ideas. Of course, I guess the outside world won't record these things now. The question of who was the first president of Lanxin University should be deliberately ignored, or it should simply be unknown."

The other party's assessment of this point was correct.

Gu Ran had some knowledge of the history of Lanxin University.

Lanxin University was founded more than 300 years ago. Although its history in the entire Human Alliance is not long, it quickly rose to become one of the top universities in the Human Alliance. Its research in astrology is unparalleled in the Human Alliance, and Lanxin University has maintained its leading position in this field from the very beginning to the present day.

Strangely, there are very few records of the early days of Lanxin University. The first president is almost never mentioned. Even when it is unavoidable, he is only referred to as "the first president" or "the first principal". As for his name and deeds, nothing is mentioned.

Gu Ran wasn't particularly interested in history, especially school history, so although he had some doubts, he didn't delve into it.

I never expected to learn the truth about it here today.

"Lanxin University was built according to my wishes, so I am extremely familiar with it. It would be easy for me to leave behind some information to communicate and chat with future generations."

"Actually, I wasn't sure you would come to Canglong City, nor was I sure you would have any connection with Lanxin University, because you have many choices, just like I had many choices back then. But there's nothing I can do, I can only wait, I can only gamble, because all I can do is influence Lanxin University, and I'm thinking that one of them will eventually come to me."

"Finally, one did come to me, but what I didn't expect was that you were the last one. This is the last chance, so your choice is especially important."

"I didn't anticipate any of this before I had the current president of Lanxin University summon you. I never imagined that I would be the one to roll the dice one last time. Which way will the pointer of fate point?"

The "tyrant" smiled and waved his hand, and a row of paper-style phantom images appeared in front of him.

"This is all the Starstone technology data I've collected before, including some technology data from the previous civilization, as well as data on the artificial mechanical exoskeleton you're currently researching... Hmm, I think we should all be more used to calling it a mecha."

"Mecha, what a man's romance."

"Actually, the best application of mechs is similar to that of the Star Stone Cannon. In addition to manufacturing mechs, you also need to mass-produce people who can operate them, a batch of modern 'cannonmen'. There are also methods to cultivate low-end versions of telekinesis, but I haven't studied them much. If you have the ability, you can improve them."

Gu Ran looked at him with some curiosity and asked, "You should still stick to the idea of ​​not developing Starstone Technology, right? But as far as I know, all the later presidents of Lanxin University were Starstone Technology research fanatics, and so is the current president. Your ideas haven't been passed down. Also, if you want to influence me, I guess you want me to inherit your ideas, but it seems you're going to give me these materials. Doesn't that go against your expectations?"

“Indeed, the reason I brought you here is to let you be influenced by me, but even I myself am not entirely confident in this path I’ve taken.” The “tyrant” said with a wry smile, “So I won’t force you to accept my ideas, because I may also be wrong. What I hope is that you can continue to walk this path for me and see whether it is right or wrong.”

"Is it right to create an eternal kingdom, or to continuously develop science and technology?"

"What is the way to ensure the continuation of humanity?"

"The choice is yours."

As soon as he finished speaking, the space where Gu Ran was located suddenly underwent a dramatic change.

"Simulation?" Gu Ran looked at the completely changed space in front of him and instantly thought of the simulation function of the triangular crystal cone that the other party had mentioned.

What appeared before Gu Ran was... Lanxin University.

However, it is not the later Lyceum University, but the original Lyceum University, which can be distinguished from its architectural style.

All sorts of people passed by Gu Ran, but they all ignored him, as if he didn't exist in their eyes.

Gu Ran thought for a moment, then stood in front of a person walking forward, and was then passed right through.

"Immersive movie viewing?"

Gu Ran understood the other person's thoughts in an instant.

If the other person wants to express something, it's better to show it than to say it.

Gu Ran had no control over the time, place, or content of what he was watching. One moment he was outside the gate of Lanxin University, and the next he was inside a laboratory.

Two researchers in the lab seemed to be arguing.

"Why reject Starstone Technology? Aren't the research results obvious? Starstone will pollute us!"

"Pollution! Do you understand? And I believe that not only should Starstone technology be abandoned, but even cultivation should absolutely no longer use Starstone!"

A middle-aged male researcher with a stubble beard and a somewhat unkempt appearance roared, spitting all over the other person's face.

Opposite the slovenly researcher was a male researcher wearing gold-rimmed glasses. He was neatly dressed, his clothes almost spotless, and his expression remained calm and somewhat indifferent in the face of the slovenly researcher's roar.

The researcher with glasses took three large steps back, making sure he wouldn't get sprayed with saliva again, before slowly taking out a white handkerchief to wipe the saliva off his glasses and then wiping the saliva off his face.

"Pollution? It's just one or two sets of data. What can that prove? Who knows if it's a mutation caused by other reasons? If humanity didn't have Star Stone technology, it would regress to an era where even the inner city would be threatened by ferocious beast tides. And without Star Stone, humanity would probably regress to an era where everyone would be threatened by ferocious beast tides, and the inner city would no longer be a safe zone. Do you know what that means?" the bespectacled researcher said coldly.