Han Jin had a hidden advantage, which was that he was very good at reading. He also had an excellent memory. Back then, he had memorized the entire Taoist Canon in just a few years. Not to mention other things, just the Six Ding Six Jia Technique alone was divided into two volumes. There were nearly a thousand spells, handprints, and talismans recorded in them. Compared to the Taoist Canon, the books in this secret library were much simpler.
Moreover, most of the books recorded here were paragraphs of stories. Han Jin could read ten lines at a glance. Only when he saw the comments left by Solomon would he slow down his reading speed or put down the book to think for a moment before continuing to read.
Scenes of history were displayed in front of Han Jin's eyes. No one could underestimate the power of words. Just a few hundred words were enough to condense the grievances of thousands of creatures, or to describe a kind of heinous brutality. Here was a record of all the history from the Age of Gods to the present day.
Sometimes, Han Jin felt suffocated. Sometimes, he felt like his heart was being pressed by a thousand-pound boulder. It was heavy and painful. Sometimes, he even wanted to stand up and force his way into the picture to change the tragedy. Han Jin saw countless struggles, loyalty and betrayal, rationality and savagery, glory and despicableness, friendship and greed. He finally understood Solomon's words. Without enough weight, one could not bear the vicissitudes of history.
Solomon's point of view was very strange. Even in the face of an extremely cruel monarch, he would not judge by right or wrong. Instead, he put forward a word: attributes! Solomon believed that every life, every race, and even every civilization had their own unique, difficult to change, and complicated attributes. If one could master their attributes, then even if one could not predict their future like a god, at least one could see their direction clearly.
Solomon also said that when every life was born, it had very simple attributes. What it would become in the future depended entirely on the environment, experience, and even culture. For example, the Abyss Demons had always been known for their brutality because every demon took pleasure in slaughtering. The little demons were influenced by what they saw and heard in their lives, so it was easy for them to assimilate and recognize this atmosphere. If the Abyss Demon Pool could be destroyed, the bond between Death God Hammas and the Abyss Demons could be severed, and all the Abyss Demons would be killed, leaving only a newborn little demon behind, what would it become? Perhaps there were still violent genes in his blood, but he could be induced by the environment and culture to turn the little demon into a fighter for justice!
Therefore, Solomon believed that if a monarch was cruel, he could not be judged by right or wrong. If he had to be wrong, it was not his fault alone, but the fault of the environment and the civilization.
In the book "The Dusk of the Continent," Han Jin saw a familiar story again. He had heard Sunier talk about it many times before. When the war was about to be won, the leader of the dwarves, King of the Hills, Dandin, invited the God of War, Abraham, and the elf messenger, Doreen, to a banquet and killed Abraham and Doreen on the spot. Later, the Saint Knight, Gotha, led his army into the Kingdom of Dwarves to avenge his comrades. After killing Dandin, he disappeared without a trace.
Everyone who knew that history believed that Dandin raised his butcher's knife against his former comrades in order to fight for the rule of the continent. However, Solomon said that even if Dandin was a leader without ambition, this tragedy would still inevitably happen. It was just that the time was different and the method was different. Everything was because of the nature of the dwarves.
The nature of the dwarves was somewhat contradictory. Relatively speaking, they were kind, but they were more violent. They liked to use extreme methods to solve injustice and conflicts, but they were unwilling to communicate with other life forms. Of course, they were not good at this kind of communication.
The dwarves were short and stout, which did not conform to the aesthetic standards. Moreover, they did not like to dress themselves up. They were unkempt all day long, which reduced their already unbearable image. They were grumpy and easily angered. All of these made the dwarves suffer from a broad sense of discrimination. In fact, it was easy to understand. If you had an ugly neighbor who did not pay attention to hygiene, who would smell a stench every time you passed by, who was grumpy, who would jump and scold you for no reason, and who would even pick up a brick to hit you, would you like him? Absolutely not!
Solomon listed the topics of the first continental conference. In the process of redistribution of benefits after the war, the humans and the elves gained most of the benefits, leaving little for the dwarves. Although Abraham was a human, he was truly in love with Doreen. He also liked the elves. It was under his protection and Doreen's own efforts that the elves had shown a thriving situation. Perhaps at that time, Abraham knew that it was unfair to the dwarves, but he had no other choice. The cake was only so big. If he wanted to fight for more for the elves, he could only start from the dwarves. If he gave the human benefits to the dwarves, he would be cursed by the humans. Solomon also speculated that Abraham and Doreen might have gone to Dandin's banquet to resolve the conflict. With Abraham's status as the leader of the continent at that time, he almost did not bring any guards. There was a sense of pretentiousness in this. Why was it pretentious? Of course, it was to show his closeness and trust to Dandin. Unfortunately, he had not really seen through the dwarves.
The dwarves had also paid a great price for the war. Of course, they were dissatisfied. During the ten days of the conference, the dwarves' representatives often flew into a rage, slammed the table, cursed, or simply left. They did not argue or persuade, but used a childish way to vent their anger. But the more they acted like this, the more the representatives of the humans and elves were disgusted. The tone of their rebuttals became harsher and harsher. According to the nature of the dwarves, when this kind of anger accumulated to a certain extent, they would inevitably choose an extreme method. Therefore, a tragedy happened.
When it came to the Holy Knight Gotha, Solomon's words were very cautious. He said that Gotha was either a respectable person or a terrible person. In other words, Solomon could not see through him. He also said that Gotha might have been dissatisfied with Abraham because Abraham was too accommodating to the elves, and the elves got too much, which should have belonged to the humans. In fact, after Gotha's disappearance, the second conference of the continent completely overturned the principles of the first conference. The dwarves were disqualified, and the humans monopolized most of the benefits, which laid the most important foundation for the humans to become the overlords of the continent. Based on the principle that whoever benefited was the mastermind, Solomon believed that Gotha must have deliberately pushed the tragedy to happen.
It was the same tragedy, but listening to Sunier's narration and reading Solomon's comments gave Han Jin a completely different feeling. In the past, he only saw Abraham's heroism, Doreen's loyalty, Gotha's affection, and Dantin's cruelty. Now, he saw a lot more.
Day after day, Han Jin absorbed the nutrients in the books wholeheartedly, even forgetting his daily practice. When he was sleepy, he would cast a Spirit Refreshment Spell on himself. When he was hungry, he would have food delivered by Yalina. When he couldn't bear it anymore, he would simply wash up, sleep for a while, and then get up to continue reading.
In the past, he could also see, hear, and think. However, it was a kind of feeling where he knew but didn't know why. He could see the trees but not the shadows; he could see people's faces but not their backs. Now, there was a hand pulling him up into the sky, allowing him to overlook the whole world. No matter how big or small, he could see everything at a glance. Han Jin knew very well that when all the nutrients he absorbed were precipitated, fermented, and finally turned into something that truly belonged to him, he would become a completely different person.
He understood that what Solomon truly wanted to be was a pure scholar. However, this chaotic continent had forced Solomon to have no other choice. In the end, he had to walk the path of hegemony. A scholar who could not even guarantee his life had no meaning to exist.
Yalina often came to see Han Jin. At first, she was very happy to see how focused Han Jin was, but later, she became more and more surprised. She also read the books here, but she didn't find them very interesting. Compared to that, she preferred to focus on the future or explore the unknown secrets in the laboratory.
With her experience, of course, she didn't understand that if one couldn't even grasp the past, how could one meet the future perfectly?!
Yalina wasn't the only one who was childish. Her eldest brother, Jared, and second brother, Edison, also didn't understand this truth. It had nothing to do with one's character.
Days flew by, and Han Jin had read all the books. However, he picked out dozens of books that he didn't understand for the time being or that he needed to deepen his understanding and placed them on the desk. He wanted to read them carefully again.
A few more days passed, and the books in front of Han Jin became fewer and fewer. Finally, the last book was closed in his hand. Han Jin was silent for a long time. In fact, compared to when he first entered the study, he hadn't changed much, except for a few streaks of blood at the corners of his eyes. However, he clearly felt that he was different.
Slowly standing up, Han Jin glanced around with a worshipful gaze, then slowly walked to the stairs.
Walking up the spiral staircase, the door of the secret room was still open, as if it had been open for a long time and had been waiting for a long time. The sun was shining brightly outside, and Solomon was sitting in the bright and clear window. The slanting light shone in, and his body was enveloped by a layer of halo.
Hearing Han Jin's footsteps, Solomon didn't even raise his head. He only asked softly, "How much have you read?"
"I've finished reading all of it," Han Jin replied with a smile.
Solomon was flipping through the pages of the book, and his movements obviously paused for a moment. "You've finished reading?"
"Yes," Han Jin pondered for a moment. "But … I still need some time to think about it."
Solomon didn't speak again. His hobby was no different from the rumors — he only liked to read. Han Jin didn't speak either. He slowly walked to the window and gently pushed it open. A gust of cold air rushed in. Han Jin took a deep breath and stared out the window.
The atmosphere in the room was very quiet. Many times, words were superfluous and somewhat useless.
After a long while, Han Jin asked, "Sir, how many days have passed?"
"Forty-two days." Solomon smiled. "Do you want to return to the Holy Crown City immediately or stay here for a few more days?"
"I'll stay for a few more days. It's rare for Yalina to come back. This year, she and I will be very busy, so we probably won't have the time." Han Jin's gaze turned back to the window. "Forty-two days? Winter is almost over … "There was one more thing he didn't say. Spring was coming, but the question was, would this spring belong to him?!
"Right, let me tell you something. Dragon Field's Elder Chazeaux passed through the Hamara Plain half a month ago. His goal should be Cold Shadow City, but … he will come back sooner or later. Do you need me to find a way for you to meet him?" Solomon said slowly.
"Dragon Field?" Han Jin froze for a moment, then shook his head with a smile. "No need. I've sacrificed too much to meet him now. It's better for them to come to me."
"You should make your own decisions. I won't interfere," Solomon said faintly. "But I have to remind you that if you miss this opportunity, you won't have the chance to regret it in the future."
"You're … deliberately misleading me? You want me to make a mistake? "
Solomon raised his head. This was the first time he saw Han Jin since Han Jin walked out of the secret door, but his eyes were full of smiles. "You really won't regret it?"
"They'll come to me anyway, won't they?"
Solomon was silent for a moment, then he smiled and said, "Yes, they will come looking for you, but this is not up to you, nor is it up to me. Everything was decided on the day Dragon City and Dragon Field broke off relations."
"I know," Han Jin replied softly.
"You already have your own opinions and judgment. That's good." Solomon suddenly put down his book and slowly stood up. "I won't give you advice on other things. You should figure it out yourself, but … there's one person I suggest you eliminate as soon as you find him."
"Who?" Han Jin asked in surprise.
"His name is Adolf. If there's no accident, he should arrive at the Holy Crown City this year."
"What kind of person … is he?"
"It's a bit difficult to answer your question." Solomon said softly. "Of course, the feeling will be different from the perspective. In many people's eyes, he's an upright and firm believer. But for us, he's very dangerous. Haha … Raphael, don't get me wrong. I'm not questioning his character. In fact, he's impeccable in this aspect. The point is, his appearance will inevitably destroy the stability of the Holy Crown City. "
"Believer? He's … "
"Yes, he's a member of the Vatican." Solomon thought for a moment. "His identity is a bit special. Although he never interferes with the government affairs of the Vatican, he has great power. At a critical moment, he can even dismiss the Pope."
"I've never heard Jeddes talk about such a person." Han Jin was surprised.
"When Adolf left the Vatican, Jeddes might not have been born yet. And he hasn't appeared in public for decades. He has been traveling all over the continent. Because of coincidence, I met him more than ten years ago." Solomon said slowly. "He's an ascetic. Do you know … in order to make himself more tenacious, he has honed himself in some way?"
"What way?"
"Pain! All kinds of endless pain! " Solomon narrowed his eyes, as if he was recalling something. "Since he became an ascetic, he has never eaten food, never avoided wind, rain, and snow. He has never even laid down to rest. Do you know? He even stands up when he sleeps, and always keeps his spine straight. "
Han Jin listened quietly and did not interrupt. He was no stranger to such people. He had heard from his master that there was a group of ascetics in India. They used a method that was close to self-mutilation to awaken their body's potential. Of course, in his master's words, that kind of cultivation was close to the devil's path.
"That time … left a deep impression on me. It could also be said that he gave me some inspiration. Hehe … his eyes were very young. Although he has gone through countless hardships, his passion for life has not diminished. I admire him very much. Unfortunately … we are two completely different kinds of people from him. Completely different." Solomon's gaze slowly turned and stared at Han Jin. "Do you understand what I mean?"
"Yes."
"Then tell me, what's the difference between us and him?"
"Your belief is to live your own life and establish your own laws." Han Jin spoke very slowly, thinking as he spoke. "For example, as you said at that time, we have a game of chess in front of us. What you want to do is to simply overturn the chessboard so that no one can play anymore! And Adolf, as you said, only wants to be the most perfect chess piece in his life. So, he will definitely stop you, or … to stop me. Without the chessboard, his existence has no value. "
A light flashed in Solomon's eyes. He then moved his eyes away from Han Jin and changed the topic as if nothing had happened. "Adolf has a great influence on the Holy Crown City. If he appears in the Holy Crown City, he will overturn the situation that you and Jeddes have worked so hard to create. So you must be careful."
With Solomon's intelligence, he had heard a lot from Han Jin's words. Han Jin said that Adolf would stop him, which meant that Han Jin not only accepted Solomon's idea, but also inherited it.
"I think …" Han Jin slightly frowned. "It was Nicholas who destroyed the Vatican. If this ascetic named Adolf is still alive, his first goal should be to find Nicholas for revenge. He shouldn't waste time and energy on me."
"You can immediately think of Nicholas. Good … very good." Solomon finally showed a satisfied smile. "He will go, but first he has to make sure that the Vatican can go in the direction that he agrees with. Then he will go to find Nicholas. With Adolf's experience, he can completely distinguish which is more important."
"I'm not willing to …"
"Not willing to?"
"This trouble should belong to Nicholas."
"It seems that … you dislike him very much?"
(Yesterday I shouted at the top of my lungs, but I didn't expect to get so many monthly votes. I was really touched, especially when I saw a friend who specially tipped for the monthly votes, but got the wrong account number and didn't get the monthly votes. I really don't know what to say. Thank you, thank you very much! A friend said in a book review that I don't know how to manage a business. This thing should be different from person to person. My energy is limited. I've already put in a lot of effort to write as well as I can so that there won't be any flaws or be criticized by others. Because my writing skills are not good to begin with, I can only use my limited energy to improve myself. After writing every day, I'm exhausted. I also want to manage a business, but I can't.)
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