So death came

77. Changes in fine powder

"Lafite!" Ribera exclaimed in surprise, "Lafite! You're back!"

"Yeah," the god of the underworld on the opposite side smiled softly. He came over, knelt down on one knee, rubbed Ribera's hair, and said angrily, "It's been a long time, brother."

This should have been a scene full of warmth, but Ribera felt cold all over his body, almost falling into the ice cellar.If it was said that there was no real fear just now, if it was that he still had some grievances in his heart just now, but now he no longer dares to have any fantasies.He has discovered that what should not be happening is happening, and what should not be broken has been broken.

Ribera has always known Lafite's feelings for him.He knew that no matter what he did, it was impossible for Lafite to be really angry with himself; even if he was angry, he would definitely not not support himself—this kind of doting was also the reason why he did so many excessive things in the end.Lafite dotes on him.

But definitely not the current way of petting.

Lafite is a person with very deep thoughts.He would never allow himself to show his concern so clearly.In the past, Lafite had always been extremely indifferent and even disgusted in front of him—this stupid brother couldn't express his feelings at all—but now Lafite, unexpectedly...

"Father God, what's wrong with Lafite?" Ribera asked tentatively.

The elf rested his head on one hand, as if he was thinking about something.After a long time, he suddenly smiled and said, "I didn't do anything. Your power of light should be at its lowest point now, right?"

"Father God?" Ribera didn't understand the meaning of the law.

"Ah, in order to play the game, you must master the balance; in order to maintain the balance, you have to support you unsatisfied children...'He' is also very hard." The voice of the elf was as clear as a child, saying His words were unprecedentedly cruel.

"game?"

"Yes, games." The elf nodded, and smiled even more strangely, "Do you still have an inheritance in the world?"

Ribera nodded in surprise.

"Fortunately, it's not too bad," the elf snapped his fingers, "then it's settled. Within three years, let Hades and his reincarnation compare to see who can reach the world's entertainment circle first The top. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm…it happens that we all have similar talent, haha.”

"This is... what does this mean..."

"It means," the elf's grin widened, and he actually tore the entire mouth open, reaching the ears, like the scariest puppet, with green blood dripping down the corner of the mouth into the space In the middle, "The winner survives, the loser..." The elf didn't say any more.

"Work hard, gentlemen!"

With the appearance of the last sentence, the elf also disappeared into the splashing rocks in an instant just like when it came.He seemed as unreal as a phantom that appeared by chance in the broken space, but Ribera knew that everything was real.

"Ribera, what's the matter?" Hades held him in his arms, stroking his hair with one hand, his voice soft.

Ribera nodded, but the despair in his heart was even stronger.This is definitely not the god of the underworld, he can already be sure.

Because the elder brother who knows how much he hates the law will never call him by his name.And he actually called "Ribera" so tenderly...

"It seems like it's time to prepare for the bet." Lafite smiled, and hugged the God of Light even tighter, "Ribera, are you right?"

The God of Light closed his eyes: "Yes..."

He squeezed the last fragment of his soul hidden in his sleeve.

***

Originally, I wanted to relax, and the trip to the beach was only one part of this grand travel plan, but I didn't expect to encounter such an emergency on the way, so I had to go back home immediately.

The faces of the people who went away in high spirits and returned in disappointment were not very good-looking.

On the car back, Caesar drove the car, and Jazz and Andre set up a big barrier together to ensure that all the sounds of this extended Lincoln would not be heard by the outside world. I will tell you all about the matter of the old man and the existence of that uncle.

When Li Yuan was talking, Andre sat in the front row, glanced at a certain book, then closed his eyes and fell asleep without speaking.

"What the hell is this!" Jazz slammed his car wall angrily, "Why did such a thing happen suddenly! Bet! Why listen to him! This is a disregard for human rights, it is illegal! This If it was in the world of the undead, the Supreme Court could sentence him to tens of millions of years!"

Li Yuan shook his head and said with a wry smile: "Of course we didn't agree, but you have seen... I don't think he has the idea of ​​letting us choose at all."

Jez paused, "So we really want you to fulfill this strange bet? Why? Even if he is really related to the law, why should the law be like this? The entertainment of two people in the world Let’s compete in circles to see who can climb to the top of the world first... Is this kind of boring gambling really something that the law will do?” Jez couldn’t believe it, “How can the supreme ruler of the world be like this, Treat his people as...as..." He broke off.

Andre suddenly opened his mouth, and said lightly: "Are you trying to say that you treat the people as pawns for idle games, as a tool for fun?"

Andre's words were like a stone thrown into a deep pool, detonating the entire dead space.

"Duke, be careful!" Caesar's face was ugly.

Li Yuan is fine - as an original atheist, he didn't have much feeling for the law.But when the people in the undead world heard what Andre said, they felt that their worldview seemed to have been subverted.

Whether it is Jazz, Caesar or Casio, they are all the top nobles.The gods in the hearts of ordinary undead are them, and the gods in their hearts are the "laws".Since ancient times, the aristocratic democratic system of separation of powers and checks and balances in the undead world has been able to continue. In addition to the undead's own desires and the superiority of the system itself, trust in the law is also the key.

"The world began with chaos" is everyone's creed.Since the origin of the world made them democratic, they should protect this system and improve it, and give angry eyes to the God of Light who destroys this system.But now...

Everyone felt that something was crumbling in their hearts—even the book with Krykoff's consciousness slumped to Jez's lap.

Andre was still very calm, as if he didn't feel that he had said anything too much: "Am I wrong? Isn't it like this? We are the puppets of God. He asked us to act, so we can't screw up the show." Is it possible for us to resist? Is there anything we can do?"

Li Yuan found that Andre's mood was a bit wrong.

He spoke calmly, but the speed of his speech gradually increased; his voice did not fluctuate, but his anger was expressed in silence.

After thinking for a while, he leaned over and stroked Andre's long hair: "It's okay." Seeing that Caesar and the others were silent for a while, as if they hadn't recovered from the shock, Li Yuan felt that it was necessary for him to stand up and say something What.

Clearing his throat, Li Yuan said: "Everyone... I am very grateful for your concern for me. But now the objective situation is like this: this competition, we have to participate if we want to participate, and we have to participate if we don't want to. We have no choice. Then it's better to compare with his words first, and then slowly think of other ways. As for me," Li Yuan took a deep breath, "I hope everyone will take care of me!"

Li Yuan saluted everyone.

Caesar was a little flustered, but Andrea signaled them to accept it with his eyes. "Come on," Andre said without ups and downs, "I, Andre, have never lost. Even if I lose..."

"I can also rely on the past."

"..."

Andre's voice was suddenly full of confidence.This is an aura that can only be possessed by those who have been in high positions for a long time, and it is the deep pride that comes from the depths of the soul: "Even if it is the law, it cannot take Xiao Yuan away."

Li Yuan put his head in the socket of his neck and held his hand silently.

Jazz's eyes changed, but eventually fell silent.He seemed to be thinking about something, unconsciously rubbing the book in his hand.

***

"Do you really think it's that simple?"

Caesar's Castle, Study Room.

Li Yuan went back to his room to rest because he was really tired.Andre stayed in the study, explaining something to Caesar.Jazz rushed in suddenly, slapped the table, and looked at Andre anxiously, "How could such a joke happen!"

"Yeah," Andre raised his eyelids, then continued to drink his tea, "How could such a simple thing happen? Since anything can become his game, then the world of the undead and the world can also become a game." Right? What is this called, 'Life is like a play'? Heh." Andre snorted lightly, his sarcasm palpable.

Caesar stood silently behind Andre without saying a word.

Jez froze for a moment, then sat down in pain, held his head and said in despair: "I don't know why he did this. I think my hard work all the time is like a joke-we try our best to make everything we have □'s territory is well managed, but the superiors tell us that this is just a game he can destroy at any time. He decides the fate of others at will... How is this possible? This is against the law!"

Caesar was speechless for a moment.

The God of Undead seems arrogant and domineering, but he is actually the one who upholds the rules the most.He has been inheriting the ambition of his father's generation, striving to balance the forces of all parties, perfecting the current aristocratic democracy, and making the law the master of everything.

It must be uncomfortable to feel the collapse of the world view.

"Jez, cheer up." Andre said calmly, "Trust Xiao Yuan, we will definitely win this game."

"It's not a question of belief or not!"

"So, is there anything else we can do?"