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"Alright." Lin Yuan's joking expression disappeared.

"I might as well tell you the truth I mentioned before. Neither the Black Tide nor that man in black were, in the end, natural disasters, but man-made ones."

He stared at Bai E, speaking slowly and deliberately:

"Whether it's the tragedy in your hometown or the fall of Shuting, there's a hand pulling the strings behind the scenes."

"Who is it?" Bai E's voice was a little hoarse.

"The honorary senator of the Senate. That divine audience member, Lectus."

Why...why did he do that?

Bai E did not doubt Lin Yuan's words, but remained silent for a moment.

"You can ask him yourself. He'll most likely be attending the Citizens' Assembly. I'll resolve everything at the assembly, and you can also ask him directly... for the truth you want."

Lin Yuan withdrew his gaze and looked into the distance:

"I don't believe in fate. Who should decide fate? Not the monarch, not the gods, but myself."

It's better to rely on yourself than on others; you are the master of your own destiny, aren't you?

His voice was calm, but a fervent emotion was churning in his eyes.

"Whatever fate may bring, I will overcome it, I will surpass it, I will ultimately surpass everything!"

The sound echoed in the wind, and Bai E looked at him thoughtfully.

Suddenly, a distant bell rang out. It rang three times in succession, its lingering sound echoing for a long time.

"What is this?" Lin Yuan looked up.

"This is... the sound of bells from Dawn Cloud Cliff. Three chimes signify that the Senate will convene a citizens' assembly."

After explaining, he turned back and looked solemnly at Lin Yuan: "Sir, I will go with you."

"good!"

..........

Chapter 462 Citizens’ Assembly

Dawn Cloud Cliff, Demigods' Council.

This is the center of faith and political hub of Ohma.

The priests gazed upon the Titan of the Necropolis, while the elders debated endlessly in the circular assembly hall.

The moment the bells of Dawn Cliff echoed through every corner of the Holy City, everyone knew that something momentous was about to happen.

For the past three days, Ohmma, which was usually bustling with activity, has fallen silent, eerily quiet, like the calm before a storm.

The elders secretly colluded to win over the Golden Descendants, while the Purgers deployed their forces in the shadows.

All the conspiracies and schemes lie beneath the surface, with undercurrents surging, ready to overturn everything at any moment.

But all of this, through the gold thread, fell into Aglaia's eyes.

However, Meneta's divinity, having endured thousands of years, had been worn down considerably. She had held on for too long and was already beginning to falter.

"I hope the citizens of Ohmma can get through this ordeal safely."

A short sigh echoed within the Marble Palace.

Today, the much-anticipated Citizens' Assembly will convene in the Demigods' Council.

Elders, citizen representatives, and members of parliament composed of members of the Golden Age had already arrived at the parliament to listen to the elders' prepared speeches.

Indeed, this conference, which would determine the fate of the world, was conducted through speeches and debates, with the final decision made by a vote.

Lin Yuan merely scoffed at this decision-making method that touted itself as democratic and free.

The regulations themselves may be good, but outdated regulations cannot save Ohmma; they will only bring disaster.

With the end of the world approaching, how ridiculous that the Senate still resorts to this age-old trick to restrain the Golden Descendants in the face of a world-destroying force far beyond the mortal realm.

Survival is the primary need for the development of civilization, and now it's time for a change.

However, Lin Yuan was too lazy to argue with these political animals, so he left the task of getting the spotlight to Bai E.

At this moment, the two were walking side by side on the way to the venue, with Lin Yuan striding ahead and Bai E following half a step behind.

Various stares and whispers came from both sides of the road, all clearly audible to Lin Yuan:

"Outrageous! The Golden Descendants' status was granted by the Senate, yet they don't cherish it!"

"Indeed, I've heard they've been at odds for a long time. Lady Katniss, this time you'll make them speechless!"

Feeling that dagger-like gaze, Bai E's expression changed slightly, and his steps became heavier.

Lin Yuan remained unfazed, a faint smile playing on his lips. What was this little scene?

Ascend the long stone steps, and the entrance to the venue will be right in front of you.

Lin Yuan could already hear Elder Katniss's loud voice speaking eloquently:

"Distinguished members of parliament, I deeply miss the golden age described in poetry. At that time, thousands of city-states coexisted in Onphalus, and gods walked among mortals, sharing a close bond with them."

Today, refugees from all over the world flock to Ohmma, seeking refuge in Kefal, having left their homes and nowhere else to go.

Once, the Golden Blood proposed the journey to fire, promising a future of rebirth.

But what is the truth? Nothing has changed on this path! In the past, we had no choice, but today... the Senate offers another possibility.

Katniss glanced around at the crowd on stage, a slight smile playing on her lips:

"Is it a choice between an uncertain future of rebirth or a return to the prosperous Golden Age?"

Ladies and gentlemen, it is time to make a choice. Which path will truly bring a better tomorrow to ordinary people?

As soon as he finished speaking, a buzz of discussion arose in the council members' seats.

“Kainese is right. Do you trust those Golden Bloods? They’re not ordinary people, after all. Why would they care about the lives of mortals?”

"Yes, the Senate is more representative of the interests of us mortals."

Amidst the various opinions, Lin Yuan and Bai E appeared at the entrance of the venue, instantly attracting everyone's attention.

"By the grace of Cephallus and Tarantun, in the name of the divine audience, I have seen—"

The soothing voice of the AI ​​rang out from the stage, and Lai Gu Shi stood up from the stands with a calm and elegant demeanor.

“The upright citizen of Ohm, the White of Arimitshe, and the stranger Lin Yuan are approaching us.”

Bai E took a deep breath and scanned the entire room.

Lin Yuan turned around and looked back, his gaze sweeping over the streets and buildings of Ohmma.

He said calmly to himself:

"Today, war will break out on this land."

...........

"Ms. Aglaia's information was indeed correct; they were prepared long ago."

In a secluded courtyard in the holy city of Ohmma.

Wan Di stood side by side with his teacher, Clatterus, with several masked Cleansers lying haphazardly at their feet.

They were the elders' black gloves, responsible for doing the dirty work that couldn't be done in the light of day.

“What a filthy bunch of hyenas,” Kratrus spat.

Suddenly, the two men's expressions changed as they heard a noise coming from the side room.

boom!

After kicking open the door, the two were shocked to find a little girl struggling desperately in the corner; the noise they had just heard was from her.

"HKS, my teacher, please save them!"

Wan Di darted forward and tore open the rope.

After the girl escaped, she curled up into a ball, trembling silently, her eyes filled with fear, unable to utter a single word.

"She seems unable to speak."

The two exchanged a glance and left the side room.

After turning the corner, they left a survivor by the wall, intending to torture him.

"Ha, damned Golden Blood, I'm not telling you anything!"

A fierce glint flashed in Kratrus's eyes: "Leave him to me!"

After being dragged into a corner, low screams soon rang out, and before long, the dying cleaner finally confessed the truth.

It turns out she was a deaf-mute girl.

Once, Aglaia met her at the market, comforted her with gold thread, and accepted a gift from a little girl.

This scene was witnessed by the Cleansers under Katniss's command.

Now, they intend to threaten Aglaia by gouging out the eyes of the deaf-mute girl.

They also prepared many such so-called gifts.

Wan Di fell silent after hearing this. Then, a torrent of anger erupted from him.

He snapped the cleaner's neck with a clean, decisive motion, feeling the fire within him throb violently like a heartbeat.

In the surrounding void, golden threads were also trembling slightly.

A moment later, Wan Di led the deaf-mute girl out of the courtyard. Clatrus followed closely behind.

"When are we going to make our move?" His voice came from behind.

"According to that Lord Lin Yuan... the time to make a move is when Ohmma shows unusual phenomena," Wan Di said in a deep voice.

"...Do you really believe what that outsider said?"

“No.” Wan Di paused for a moment. “This is my own choice.”

He tightened his grip slightly, and the girl looked up at him, meeting his downcast gaze.