Chapter 822: Chapter 821 She Cried
Entering the Hidden Sect World, the area near the transmission channel was already bustling with noise.
Hundreds of thousands were gathered here, all waiting in line to exit.
The appearance of Yang Fei and Qin Yanyang did not attract much attention, and the two held hands as they walked further away.
Qin Yanyang struggled a few times when Yang Fei held her hand, but he held on too tightly, so she had to give up and let him lead her away.
"The space here is indeed more stable than last time, but you can still sense signs of tearing and collapse." Yang Fei spoke after feeling it carefully for a while.
Qin Yanyang had informed him about the situation here.
According to the professional team that infiltrated the Hidden Sect to gather medicinal materials, they reported that the Hidden Sect Plane World was much more stable compared to when they first entered, and this stability was increasing.
The reason Qin Yanyang brought Yang Fei was simple; she wanted them to personally experience the Hidden Sect together.
If the Hidden Sect Plane Space was indeed stable and reliable, then the people of the Hidden Sect World would have already migrated. Since Yang Fei was proficient in formations and had spoken of the miraculous functions of Fusang Wood, she wondered if Yang Fei could use Fusang Wood and his research on formations to consolidate the Hidden Sect Plane Space. This vast world could then be preserved, becoming a Cave Heaven Blessed Land for the future of Divine Continent Country.
In Qin Yanyang’s view, even if a vast formation was built on the foundation of the Cloud Mist Mountain Array, it wouldn’t compare to the vastness of the Hidden Sect Plane.
Moreover, the resources within the Hidden Sect Plane World were more abundant than those in Earth Space.
If the Hidden Sect World could be preserved, it would be of great benefit to Divine Continent in the future.
Yang Fei also agreed with Qin Yanyang’s perspective, and since it had been a long time since they met, he rushed over as soon as he received her invitation. He wanted to check on the Hidden Sect’s situation and create some moments for the two of them.
Yang Fei’s words made Qin Yanyang’s expression look a bit unpleasant. She furrowed her brows and said disappointedly, "So, the Hidden Sect Plane will eventually collapse?"
Yang Fei nodded: "At this rate of spiritual energy loss, coupled with the vastness of the overall space, as the spiritual energy continues to dissipate, the entire space will lose support and completely collapse."
Qin Yanyang nodded silently, speaking in a deep voice, "Thus, this catastrophe for Divine Continent is inevitable."
Yang Fei slightly pondered and nodded.
According to his predictions, the collapse of the Hidden Sect Plane was unavoidable. Originally, after the attack by the Western Great Priest on the Hidden Sect Plane, the spatial stability had already been unpredictable, with the possibility of collapsing at any moment.
But now, after a month’s time, the stability of the space here was increasing, which seemed a bit abnormal.
"Has there been no other action from Heaven and the Penglai Realm recently?" Yang Fei asked.
Qin Yanyang nodded: "Yes, since the strongman from Heaven visited last time, Heaven and the Penglai Realm haven’t invaded Divine Continent again. They’re waiting for an opportunity to strike."
Yang Fei’s heart skipped a beat, pointing to the sky: "Do they intend to wait for the Hidden Sect Plane to collapse and then strike when Divine Continent faces a large-scale disaster?"
Qin Yanyang’s eyes flashed with a fierce light, "Certainly so. Recently, overseas media have been reporting about the collapse of the Hidden Sect Plane, saying that a natural disaster will descend upon Divine Continent, which will not only impact Divine Continent but also bring harm to surrounding countries.
In short, overseas media are constantly spreading rumors and inciting panic, trying to instill fear among the Divine Continent people and create hostility in Asian countries against Divine Continent.
But these things don’t need to be taken too seriously; this is their usual trick."
"Even so, we cannot afford to be careless. Once the Hidden Sect Plane collapses, the moment disaster strikes will be the moment the dark war breaks out." Yang Fei said, "Perhaps many powerful experts from Heaven and the Penglai Realm have already quietly infiltrated Divine Continent. The reason they haven’t acted yet is just that they’re waiting for the right moment."
Qin Yanyang nodded slowly, "Exactly. Many powerful experts have already infiltrated Divine Continent. Obviously, after harming each other, Heaven and the Penglai Realm still chose to join forces against Divine Continent.
But for now, we have no better way to retaliate. After all, the Hidden Sect’s appearance has not yet settled. Once the two Experimental Zones are completely stabilized, then I will be able to discuss with various factions within the Hidden Sect and hope to gain their support in jointly resisting the Alien Race."
Yang Fei frowned, "Aren’t we being too passive if they act in advance?"
Qin Yanyang said helplessly, "There is no other way. At this stage, maintaining harmonious relations between the Hidden Sect and Divine Continent is most important. As for whether the enemy will act in advance, that possibility is small because as long as they cannot kill all our experts in one go, they cannot achieve victory in the dark war. In that case, our experts will retaliate against their country and Sect forces, which is a consequence they cannot bear, so without the best timing, they won’t act lightly."
Yang Fei breathed a sigh of relief, "In that case, we still have time."
Qin Yanyang chuckled bitterly and shook her head, "It seems like we have time, but waiting longer is actually more dangerous.
Once the Hidden Sect Plane World collapses, who knows how great a disaster will befall Divine Continent. At that time, the manpower and resources we will need to expend will be countless. If the enemy chooses that time to attack, it may not be limited to the dark war and could escalate to large-scale overt confrontation.
I’ve recently discussed with my grandfather and others, wanting to completely solve this crisis. Either stabilize the Hidden Sect Plane and prevent its collapse so that Divine Continent won’t be impacted, and disasters won’t befall,
or, before the collapse of the Hidden Sect Plane, launch a counterattack and fight to the end. However, if we fight to the end, we will have to face two battlefields in Heaven and the Penglai Realm. This requires dividing forces, which invisibly weakens our strength, and there is also a risk of losing Divine Continent’s local territory."
Yang Fei’s expression was solemn, "Is it really that difficult?"
Qin Yanyang nodded, "Now, people from Heaven, the Hidden Sect, and the Penglai have joined the world, and globally, we have entered an era of population explosion, with overproduction and too many people. According to the laws of human history development, large-scale wars will inevitably occur.
Since ancient times, Divine Continent has been antagonized by Heaven and the Penglai Realm. Although they guard against each other, they mostly join forces against Divine Continent, making our situation extremely tough."
Yang Fei noticed her hand was a bit cold, and he subconsciously held it a little tighter, looking at her with concern, "Don’t think too much. You used to exude a confidence and smile that I was captivated by, but recently I’ve rarely seen you smile. The fate of Divine Continent cannot be changed by you alone; don’t put so much pressure on yourself, okay?"
Hearing this, Qin Yanyang glanced at Yang Fei with a sarcastic look and said, "Do you think I can still be happy? In my career, the nation is in times of peril, I’m in position, and I naturally need to do my job. Personally, I met a scumbag and was cheated on. How can I regain my confidence and keep my former smile?"
Yang Fei’s mouth twitched.
Dammit, wasn’t he just making it hard for himself, why bring up this topic!
But soon, Yang Fei felt a sharp pain in his heart.
He saw Qin Yanyang’s tears.
Yes.
Qin Yanyang cried.
She didn’t cry out loud, but the tears burst from her eyes and flowed down her cheeks.
This was the first time Yang Fei saw her cry.
Even when she found out about his affairs with Tong Yunshu and questioned him then, she hadn’t cried, hadn’t shed a tear.
But now, she cried.
Seeing Qin Yanyang in tears, Yang Fei’s heart broke.
Deep inside, he felt a guilt and heartache that he had never experienced before.
But then, for some reason, a nameless rage surged within him.
Is it just about that? Why be so persistent, why hold on?
Can’t you let go of that grudge and be with me?
He suddenly reached out, holding that pear-blossom-tear-streaken beautiful face, and then kissed her domineeringly.