A farm that breeds gods and demons
Chapter 823 - 625: Silver Empire_1

Chapter 823: Chapter 625: Silver Empire_1

And Ada, looking at the huge painting facing her, saw on the throne an existence wearing the imperial crown, identical to herself, and she stared blankly, lost in thought. Fleeting scenes of the past surfaced in her mind, yet, when she tried to focus and remember, it was as if she couldn’t recall anything.

"I really... can’t remember anything, the previous era, what exactly happened to me... Eight thousand of my Black Warriors following me, right? Now, is there only you left?"

The black-robed elder respectfully seated Ada at the head of the table. Ada touched her forehead and her face showed a hint of fatigue; she truly couldn’t remember.

Su Yu silently observed Ada, having long noted that Ada was different from ordinary Category 5 Lifeforms. Even the golden Eagle Headed Monster from the other day seemed to recognize Ada, which suggested her exceptional past status. But he never imagined that the former Ada would command such a following; the strength of the black-robed elder was witnessed by everyone just now, and it seemed that Ada once had as many as eight thousand such beings under her command. How terrifyingly powerful was that?

However, if Ada was so powerful, why then did she slumber through the previous era? What exactly had happened to her?

"After you, my lord, fell into slumber, we eight thousand Black Warriors also had to disband. Otherwise, gathered together, we would have hardly escaped our fate. Now, after tens of thousands of years, we’ve scattered across this world. I wandered here, witnessed the tragic situation of some weaker races, and decided to use a little of my strength to help them. Without realizing, it slowly developed into what is now ’Hundred Clans Settlement.’ Never had I imagined... Over so many years, anything could happen. I don’t know how many other Black Warriors are still out there in the world."

As the black-robed elder spoke, he gave his name, and even Zhu Dasheng and the Bark Elder learned for the first time the true name of their settlement leader, Qi Ming.

"However, when we eight thousand Black Warriors parted ways, we made a common pact," the black-robed man, Qi Ming, said as he carefully pulled out a black-wrapped package from a hidden spot on his body. When he unfolded the wrap, inside was a small cylindrical object.

"This is..." Ada furrowed her brow slightly.

"This is our agreed-upon secret signal, named ’Fire Meteor.’ Regardless of which Black Warrior finds you, Ada, my lord, they are to release this. Upon seeing this specially-made ’Fire Meteor,’ any other Black Warriors still alive in this world will come at once to meet. I have kept this ’Fire Meteor’ for nearly ten thousand years. Ada, my lord, would you like to release the ’Fire Meteor’ now?"

While speaking, Qi Ming became excited once again. Ten thousand years had passed, and the eight thousand Black Warriors had long since assimilated into this world, each possibly leading their distinct lives. He didn’t know how many Black Warriors remained alive, or perhaps, was he the only one left?

"Tens of thousands of years... too much has changed... Qi Ming, put away the ’Fire Meteor.’ At least for now... I am not yet prepared mentally. Even if the eight thousand Black Warriors were to gather again, I now lack the ability and the right to rule over you all once more."

"I understand," Qi Ming said, finishing his words. He then respectfully handed the "Fire Meteor" to Ada. "I leave this ’Fire Meteor’ in your hands, my lord. Whenever you feel it’s the right time, you may release it. I believe that any Black Warrior still alive in this world will surely hurry here upon seeing it."

"Ten thousand years ago, we eight thousand Black Warriors swept across the lands, unrivaled. I believe, Ada, my lord, you will lead us to reclaim our former glory," said Qi Ming, who had always been calm, but since meeting Ada, he had been in a state of excitement. Even Zhu Dasheng and the Bark Elder had never seen their settlement leader like this before.

Ada held the "Fire Meteor" in her small paws, sensing the gravity of what it represented, and knew she wasn’t ready for it just yet.

"Qi Ming, I need to know everything about this world. The previous era, who caused my downfall and slumber?"

After a long silence, a glimmer of light finally shone in Ada’s eyes; in that moment, she seemed almost perfectly identical to the imposing figure of Ada portrayed in the giant painting.

"The previous era... no... we cannot mention it..." As if suddenly recalling something, Qi Ming was startled and said, "My lord Ada, do not think of this... nor can I speak ’his’ name. No matter in which world... just mentioning ’his’ name, even any news about ’him,’ will be sensed by ’him’... It must not be spoken of, not even thought of..."

Ada’s eyes widened, revealing a shocked expression, "Ineffable Non-thought... this is... the realm of a... true god..."

Qi Ming silently nodded, his face also revealing a hint of palpitations.

Ada fell silent for a moment, and beside her, Su Yu and Qin Jiagui exchanged glances with each other, astonishment clear in their eyes. In any world, just mentioning "him," or even just thinking of "him," would elicit "his" awareness? What kind of realm was that? It was simply terrifying to hear.

"I understand..." Ada nodded, her face taking on a serious expression. For now, she was just at the stage of growing period seven, while Su Yu was merely a Bronze Eighth Level Warrior. She had neither the qualification nor the strength to contemplate these matters.

"Senior Qi Ming, then do you know about the Candle of Life?" Seeing that the atmosphere had suddenly become quiet, Su Yu, while being respectful, clasped his hands and inquired.

Qi Ming looked at Su Yu, aware that he was the Master of Companion of this era’s Ada, and was quite polite in return. Even though Su Yu was currently just at the Bronze Eighth Level, a realm far too distant from his own level, Qi Ming also clasped his hands slightly and with some surprise, said, "Candle of Life?"

Knowing that Qi Ming was once one of the eight thousand Black Warriors who had followed Ada, and having waited for her for ten thousand years without regret, Su Yu held him in high esteem and did not withhold any information. He detailed the matter concerning Ma Ziye.

Upon hearing this, Qi Ming’s expression turned both surprised and delighted, "You mean your friend named Ma Ziye has received this mysterious inheritance... This... This is good news. The Candle of Life... I don’t know precisely about this matter, but what is known is that it is the most mysterious inheritance in the world, related to life and soul, and even gods would fear it. It is said that its power... even gods cannot escape its domain."

Qi Ming said excitedly, "Lady Ada, if this young lady truly receives the approval of this inheritance... It would be a formidable aid."

Su Yu felt both disappointment and relief upon hearing Qi Ming’s words. Disappointed because Qi Ming was also unclear about the true details of this mysterious inheritance, so hoping to learn about Ma Ziye’s whereabouts from him was an impossibility. He was relieved because Qi Ming held the same view as the wooden man that Ma Ziye must have been accepted by the inheritance and thus taken away, which meant that Ma Ziye should be safe and sound now.

After Su Yu finished inquiring about the Candle of Life, Qin Jiagui started to ask about the Silver Train.

Such a powerful being as Qi Ming, having lived in this world for an unknown number of years, surely knew many secrets. To find Yuan Niping and inquire about the Silver Train, he was undoubtedly the best option. In this respect, Zhu Dasheng had not deceived them.

Hearing Qin Jiagui’s inquiry, Qi Ming pondered for a moment before saying, "What the Silver Train represents is an entity known as the ’Silver Empire.’"

"The Silver Empire?" Qin Jiagui gasped, and beside him, Su Yu also widened his eyes, even Zhu Dasheng showed a curious expression on his face.

This world was vast and endless, its hidden secrets far beyond common understanding. Even Zhu Dasheng, who had lived here for untold years, didn’t know what the "Silver Empire" represented by the "Silver Train" was.

"The Silver Empire? Are you suggesting that this is a nation? The nation that rules this world?" Qin Jiagui asked.

Qi Ming shook his head and said, "Not exactly the same. It’s different from the country as you understand it. It is merely a name. The power structure of this world is very complex, and its deeper levels are even beyond my knowledge. But indeed, only the ’Silver Empire’ possesses the ’Silver Train.’

Su Yu thought for a moment and said, "On the day we were in the ’Black Iron World,’ we saw the Silver Train during the trials, and after arriving in this world, we saw it again. A lady claiming to maintain the order of this world was aboard that Silver Train. Could it be that the lady is from the ’Silver Empire’? Are the rules that constrain our ’Black Iron World’ also derived from this ’Silver Empire’?"

Qi Ming chuckled, a look of admiration in his eyes as he turned towards Su Yu, appreciating the depth of his thoughts, but then shook his head and said, "These are two different systems, yet there are myriad connections between them. You’ll understand if you stay in this world long enough. As for the ’Silver Train’ traversing different worlds and taking away your friends... Hmm, I think you should head to ’Imperial City.’ If you want to find any leads on her, for now, you can only go to ’Imperial City,’ the heart of ’Silver Empire.’"

"Imperial City..." Qin Jiagui murmured, then Su Yu added, "Senior Qi Ming, if the Silver Train represents the ’Silver Empire,’ then what power does the Dark Giant Ship and the giant dark figure aboard it represent that collided with the Silver Train? As you acted against them both, is there any concern for repercussions?"