Li Hao was hauled back like a chick being snatched by an eagle by Romero, and thrown into Base No. 1. The enormous base was already unrecognizable. Outside the original human fortifications, numerous giant insect structures stood, each spiral building and patch of scorched earth radiating an eerie aura. Inside Base No. 1, however, a strange civilization and advanced technology were on display, very similar to the situation in the Nimer civilization ruins. It had become a testing ground for a composite civilization.

Nangong Yuhang looked at Li Hao with a half-smile. The heavenly eye on his forehead seemed to be scanning Li Hao, as Li Hao’s injuries were still quite severe, which was impossible to fake. There was nothing hidden inside him. Human instruments, the giant insects' sense of smell, and the heavenly eye of the Nimer civilization – it would be quite a feat to hide anything from all of that.

"Second brother, we meet again. What's wrong? Why are you prostrating on the ground with such a grand gesture? Do you know you're wrong?" Nangong Yuhang smiled slightly. "Polina, hurry and get a chair for your idol. This is no way to treat a guest."

"Yes, Master." Polina actually brought a chair for Li Hao, helped him up, and squeezed his arm. "Brother Li, long time no see. I missed you so much. After Master finishes asking questions, you'll be mine. I'll treat you well." As she spoke, she licked her pink lips.

Li Hao couldn't help but frown at Polina's gaze. She had gone from one extreme to another, or perhaps, this was her true self.

"You should forget it. I have a girlfriend. Don't covet my handsomeness."

"Li Hao, your mentality is pretty good. Use any other plans you have. Didn't you want to see me? You've seen me now," Nangong Yuhang said. Li Hao still had some mental power left, but it wasn't even enough to beat Romero. Fighting him was a bit delusional, and his body was already crippled, with multiple bone fractures and internal bleeding. This was the weakness of humans.

Romero wanted to beat him to death. He wouldn't make it that easy.

Li Hao raised his head, looked at Nangong Yuhang, who was exuding vigorous life energy, and took a deep breath. "Give me a glass of water."

Nangong Yuhang was stunned for a moment. "Give it to him."

Li Hao drank it all in one gulp, not caring if there was anything wrong with the water, and sighed in relief. It felt really good.

Nangong Yuhang wasn't in a hurry. "You see, the human body is just troublesome. We've reached this point. Can we have an open and honest chat?"

"Sure, ask whatever you want," Li Hao said, relaxing and sitting lazily, as if enjoying the last bit of ease in his life.

"I like this attitude of yours. Actually, I've always been curious about where your power comes from. Given your situation, you shouldn't have been able to reach this level of power. Is there something I don't know?" Nangong Yuhang asked. He had always been curious about how Li Hao, an orphan, could have cultivated his power to such an extent. He didn't believe it was just talent. The ascent of power was fraught with thorns, and one careless step could lead to eternal damnation. He had gone through several life-and-death situations to get to where he was today.

"I got it in a dream," Li Hao said.

Nangong Yuhang frowned. "What dream?"

Li Hao smiled. "Now that we're at this point, I also have some questions. Let's exchange one question for one question. Where did your 'Interpretation of Dreams' come from?"

"In a dream, inspiration given to me by the謁見 (yè jiàn) of a god. That content is real and can give guidance to humans, and I believe the end of life must be in this form," Nangong Yuhang said calmly. What he was worried about was not actually Li Hao, but... the god. Because Li Hao's situation was too similar to his, especially after obtaining the power of the god. He vaguely felt that the god was conscious, but that consciousness could not act as freely as ordinary living beings for some reason, so it needed their actions to fulfill its purpose.

Nangong Yuhang had absorbed power and could feel... a threat. If the god was an ethereal, illusory, or even high-dimensional existence, then there would be no disagreements between him and the god. Both sides would get what they needed. But that was not the case now. This was also the real reason why he went to great lengths to see Li Hao and didn't kill him.

However, he didn't dare to act rashly at the moment. He wanted to completely take that vast power for himself, but his current body couldn't bear it. Just the daily absorption allowed him to feel that vast, ocean-like power.

"Besides that, have you received any contact with supernatural forces?" Nangong Yuhang asked.

"Yes, but I don't know the source. This is also the answer I've been trying to find. We are being controlled by some life form or something," Li Hao said with a wry smile. "Actually, you know my personality to some extent. I'm not ambitious. I just want to guard my own little plot of land."

Nangong Yuhang was silent, nodded. That's why he chose to support Li Hao back then. Essentially, he could see through a person's personality. Li Hao would not pose a competition to him, and the years before the S-match also involved Li Hao's observation. He really enjoyed the happiness of delivering takeout and earning small money. This kind of detail could not be faked.

Content with mediocrity, although he absolutely disagreed with it. Life is about making a big splash, and obtaining eternal life means living up to this life. He could understand that Li Hao's life experience created this weak personality, but he found it more laughable.

"Is your so-called god Thesius, the last king of the Nimer people?" Li Hao asked.

"The name of God is not something mortals can speak of presumptuously." Nangong Yuhang understood the general idea. He was not the only one, but one of the many chosen by Thesius, and there were even many in human history, but only those who reached this step were qualified to reach Kepler. Thesius... was just more powerful than him, but indeed far beyond him.

"You're so smart, you should also realize how powerful Thesius is, but he needs a carrier, a strong body that can bear his soul and move independently. We are all just test subjects. Have you ever thought that your current constant strengthening of your body and crazy experiments are likely hints from Thesius? Is it you absorbing his power, or is he absorbing you? Once this condition is met, will you still be you?" Li Hao said. He knew that Nangong Yuhang must have already suspected it, otherwise he wouldn't have the leisure to chat with him. Not to mention, Nangong Yuhang's personality was such that he wished he could wipe out all those who threatened him.

The corners of Nangong Yuhang's mouth twitched slightly. What do you mean hadn't thought about it? He had thought about it too much. Ever since he came to Kepler, he had felt this threat, but what could he do? He could only constantly strengthen himself. Before meeting Thesius's conditions, he would kill him first, but this thought was hidden deep in his heart. He couldn't have any fluctuations at ordinary times. Fortunately, that powerful consciousness itself was quite slow, and its power could be extracted. He wanted to create countless insect people and clones. Humans would all be his test subjects, under the banner of building an army of God's servants. The reason for this madness was to drain Thesius's power. Although it seemed vast, as long as there were enough in number, it could be drained sooner or later.

"Li Hao, you wouldn't be trying to provoke me with just your mouth, would you?" Nangong Yuhang laughed. "My life and future were given by God, and God can naturally take away everything I have."

Nangong Yuhang had gotten what he wanted, so Li Hao had no value in existing. As for the matter between him and Thesius, it was not up to Li Hao, this loser, to worry about.

"Blee," Li Hao said suddenly.

Nangong Yuhang's face changed. In an instant, both saw each other's eyes. Li Hao also understood that Nangong Yuhang had also received it, he had also received it.

The entire hall was filled with a strange atmosphere. Romero and Polina could feel the terrifying aura emanating from Nangong Yuhang. Guessing was guessing, but when Li Hao said this word, everything became reality.

He once thought he was the only one. This was his pride. Even if they were all chosen, he was the one at a higher level. Deep down, the worst outcome was nothing more than being fused by Thesius and becoming a part of him. So what? The form of life is diverse, and besides, who knows what the final situation will be.

But Li Hao said this, and he realized another problem. Would he become a sacrifice?

This was what he could not tolerate.

And Li Hao was also uncomfortable. The moment he said it, he still had some fluke mentality. He hoped this was not the answer, he could fight Thesius desperately!

All along, the person who had influenced him, let him grow, and done many things was not Thesius, but he did feel that Blee's arrangements were too targeted, from cultivating his power to performing various tasks, even saving A Youyou when he was at Tianjing Ji Wu. All of this was like an invisible hand monitoring him, controlling him, arranging his life, gaining his trust, and then further manipulating him.

The purpose was too strong, but there was no way to refuse.

Perhaps Nangong Yuhang was in the same situation, giving him power, helping him seize Hirian's body, completing the integration of Noah and Morafis, while giving him advanced technology, guiding him in the direction, all kinds of arrangements, enough to gain their trust, conform to a human's inner desires. This kind of subtle influence would ultimately lead to irresistible, complete obedience, and then to achieve Thesius's purpose.

It was very likely that Thesius's shadow was everywhere in the development of mankind.

"Nangong, there is still a chance to stop all this. We can join forces to destroy Thesius. The Nimer people's soul fusion technology is feasible to a certain extent, but what will happen if millions upon millions of souls are fused together? This power is a monster. You know more about this than we do. There is no fluke. Its formation is greed. How could it kindly cultivate you? Now his soul must be loaded on some object, which is also our only chance at the moment," Li Hao said.