"Hmm … understood," Feng Bujue said. "I still have two things that I need to confirm with you," he asked. "First, why did you want to become a human? As a Xin clan member, you should know how despicable humans are, so why would you give up your power and talent to become one of them? "He paused before continuing." Secondly, why have you allowed me to live until now? You can complete these experiments alone, can't you? "
Arthur looked at Feng Bujue meaningfully and scoffed. "Humph … you might not believe me even if I tell you."
Feng Bujue smiled. "Then allow me to make a bold guess." He paced slowly, as if he were a detective in a detective show, and began to narrate. "Human beings, as intelligent creatures with limited lifespans but rich emotions, their thoughts and actions will change with the passage of time. The same person at forty will be different from when they were twenty, and they will be different from when they were thirty. On this point, I believe you, as a Xin person, are no exception. "
When Feng Bujue said this, his tone was filled with confidence. "Therefore, based on the chronological order, we can deduce your thoughts and actions at that moment, and everything will have a logical explanation." He paused for a moment and said, "When we were young, whether it was the affection between brothers or the love for our mother, there was no doubt that it was real and pure." He held up the yellowed photo. "Just like what this photo shows."
Several seconds later, he changed the topic. "Unfortunately, our mother had other plans. She probably didn't expect you to see through her scheme when you were thirteen. "Feng Bujue sighed." Could you have killed her directly? Of course, but that would have caused a series of problems.
To survive, our family has to interact with outsiders, and our mother's death cannot be covered up by a simple 'kill and bury'. You have to find a plausible cause of death.
Therefore, you created the illusion of an illness. A long and incurable illness is no doubt a good transition. As the eldest son, you can naturally take over the farm and the family's affairs during this period of time, and everyone who has contact with our family, including me, will be mentally prepared for what is about to happen.
In addition, according to my personal conjecture, there is another important reason why you chose this method, and that is … when a person knows that their time of death is near, you will be able to see their nature more clearly. "
When Feng Bujue said this, he couldn't help but think of himself. Speaking of which … he also suffered from a strange neurological disease. He could die at any moment. But he still lived his life as if nothing had happened. He did what he should do. What was this? Did he have nothing left to live for? That's not right. Nothing matters? That didn't seem right either. Then he must be crazy …
"You're right … That woman realized she couldn't escape death and knew she didn't have the ability or time to take away my power, so she chose to 'use' me. She used family as a bargaining chip to make me take care of her biological son after she died," Arthur replied.
"And you did promise her." Feng Bujue continued.
"Ha … She deserved it." Arthur laughed. "She has been putting on a show for more than ten years, it was not easy. And objectively speaking, she provided me with food, shelter, education, and care. No matter what her intentions were, I should repay her. "
"You sure know how to differentiate between good and evil." Feng Bujue laughed. "Is the incurable disease part of the repayment?"
"Of course it is." Arthur replied. "If I didn't end her life in this way and waited until the day she decided to kill me, she would have died a worse death."
"Hmm … Let's talk about what happened after she died …" Feng Bujue continued. "You kept your promise and didn't kill me. You treated me like a brother. No matter what kind of person mother was, the brotherhood between you and me didn't change. At the time, you had a thought. You wanted to become a human. You wanted to live a peaceful life like everyone else. You didn't have to worry about your identity as a Xin family member or drag your friends and family down with you. "He looked at Arthur and waited for his response.
Arthur did not deny it. He only said softly, "Unfortunately, things did not go as planned."
"I admire the choice you made." Feng Bujue said. "If I was in your shoes, I would never consider becoming a human. Haha … From this point of view, if we were to make a vertical comparison between our races, you are the kinder one. "
"Humph … is that so …" Arthur scoffed.
"But …" Feng Bujue changed the subject. "After your research started, things started to spiral out of control. As I said earlier, things are different now. Many things will change. Often when we look back, we will realize that what we are doing has already deviated from our original intention. "He extended two fingers." I believe there are two key points that changed you. First, in the endless killing, your instinct as a Xin clan member was awakened. Second, you noticed the abnormality in me … You finally realized that the seemingly kind and honest little brother was just like 'that woman', acting in front of you. "
Arthur continued. "Therefore, I forged an ancient book on alchemy and purposely created a chance for you to discover it as a test." He smiled bitterly. "I didn't expect you to hide that thing without hesitation and secretly start your plan."
"That's right. Now that I've come this far, I deserve it." Feng Bujue admitted his mistake on behalf of Andrew without any pressure. "Now I have one last question … Why, even now, have you not killed me?" he asked. "And … it looks like you still want to save me?"
"Yes … Why?" Arthur replied. "The moment the refining began, I had already lost all hope in you. Your eyes were filled with undisguised excitement and fanaticism, without the slightest hesitation." He sighed. "After the process failed, I looked at you and asked myself, do I still have a reason to keep you alive?" He lifted his head to look at Feng Bujue. "None." He stood up. "But I couldn't do it because at that moment, I realized that you are my only family in this world." He shook his head. "Even though we are not related by blood, I still treat you as my younger brother. How I wish that I can go back to more than 10 years ago …" He took the picture from Feng Bujue and looked at the two smiling children in the picture. "… to relive those innocent and beautiful times."
Feng Bujue also sighed. "Now that things have come to this, what are your plans?"
"I am leaving, leaving forever," Arthur said. "I don't know who or what your biological father is … So I can't explain what is happening to you now." Then he walked out the door. "During this period of time, I have reconsidered the reason why the process failed … To cure you, we have to know 'what' you are first. As long as you know that, with your alchemy skills, you will be able to complete the treatment." He raised his head. "About that, you should go upstairs and ask that woman yourself."
"What did you say?" Feng Bujue was confused. Arthur's words confused him.
"You've discovered her a long time ago, haven't you? Otherwise, why would you say something like that and end up like this? "Arthur scoffed." Humph … From how I see it, she is the one who instigated you to end up like this. "With that, he walked through the door and disappeared from Feng Bujue's sight.
Feng Bujue immediately turned to follow him out the door, but he realized that the corridor was already empty.
"Could it be … that their mother is still alive?" Feng Bujue mumbled.
"Current quest completed. All main quests completed." The mission announcement came, but there was no notification that the scenario had been completed.
Several seconds later, there was a new announcement.
"You have triggered and witnessed the plot of 'Arthur's Servant'.
"You have detected the items that you are carrying: Dirty Soap, Carved Fake Teeth, Perfume, Feathered Hat, Soaked Blanket, Artificial Eye.
"Entering the hidden ending.
"Hidden quest triggered.
"Kill 'Candace'."
"Is that so …" Feng Bujue held his chin. "So … these two conditions are the way to enter the 'true' ending. If I entered the gray room without fulfilling the two conditions, I would have encountered a battle and not a dialogue plot. Then I would have lost the battle … and even if I did, I would not have been able to clear the scenario. "As he thought about it, he walked toward the stairs.
It did not take him long to reach the second floor. This time, the room that he could not open finally changed. The black figure from before was now standing in front of the large iron gate, seemingly waiting for the arrival of the players.
"This place is indeed where the hidden boss is. After triggering the dialogue plot with Arthur, I'll be able to come here." Feng Bujue thought.
He first ran to the room with the collapsed floor and broke off a piece of wood. Then he came to the corridor, took out the Anti-gravity Gun, stuck it to the wood, and roared at the shadow, "Speak! Are you Candace's bodyguard? "
The shadow did not move and did not answer.
Unless it was the last resort, Feng Bujue would not attack recklessly, so before he pulled the trigger, he tried to use the Bell of Jin Gang's first special effect to inspect the enemy. To his surprise, the shadow was not a monster but an NPC …
— — — Name: Dancing Shadow
NPC Faction: Neutral
Level:???
Height: 180 centimeters
Weight: 60 kilograms
Can be triggered into battle: No
Additional Plot: Entrance Dance, Opening of the Hidden Room
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