strictlysupreme Chapter 249 Crisis Decision (3)
Chapter 249 Crisis Decision (3)
Tough Choices
With the help of the mysterious man, Ling Xuan and Yun Mengting were like dead trees coming back to life with spring. Their lethargy was swept away and they regained their spirits. It seemed as if there was an endless supply of power surging in their bodies.
Before they could recover from their shock, the mysterious man, with a grave expression, posed a difficult question. He said in a deep voice, "Gentlemen, if you want to eradicate the conspiracy group, the only way is to activate the self-destruct device in these ruins.
Only this method can bury the Qiankun Secret Book and that evildoer forever in the misty mountains, preventing them from causing any more trouble." He paused, his eyes filled with pity, "However, if this is done, you will probably not be spared from the power of the explosion either."
Once the ruins' self-destruct mechanism is triggered, its power will instantly sweep across the entire core area, and the collapsing rocks and raging flames will engulf everything."
Ling Xuan and Yun Mengting were stunned upon hearing this. They stared at each other, their eyes filled with panic and confusion.
If we ignore it, once the conspiracy group succeeds and seizes the secret code, the world will inevitably fall into endless wars and disasters, and the people will be in dire straits, and the suffering of all people is imminent.
Ling Xuan couldn't help but think of the sufferings of the people he had seen in various places. The displaced children, the wailing women, and the tragic scenes of starving people everywhere pierced his heart like a sharp knife.
But if the self-destruct device was activated, it would mean gambling his life on the slightest chance of stopping the conspiracy, leaving him in a desperate situation where his life or death was uncertain. Ling Xuan frowned, his heart churning.
His mind kept replaying images of the people of the world living and working in peace and contentment, as well as memories of his past with Yun Mengting. He knew that this decision concerned not only the life and death of himself and Yun Mengting, but also the fate of the world.
Yun Mengting was also very confused at the moment. As a reborn medical concubine, she wanted to rely on her wisdom and medical skills to live a good life in this world, accompany Ling Xuan, and make up for the regrets of her previous life.
But now, fate has forced them into this desperate situation. She recalled her past life in the palace. Although she was caught in a vortex of power struggles, she had never faced such a decision that affected the life and death of the whole world.
Finally, Ling Xuan slowly raised his head and stared at Yun Mengting, his eyes full of determination: "Ting'er, the peace of the people of the world depends on us.
At this critical juncture, we must risk our lives and take a chance." His voice trembled slightly, yet it was filled with unwavering determination.
Yun Mengting bit her lower lip with her pearly teeth until blood oozed out. Tears welled up in her eyes, like a spring swaying in the wind. The tears swirled in her eyes, but stubbornly refused to fall.
She knew Ling Xuan was right, but the thought of the two of them potentially perishing in this situation pierced her heart. But she was no ordinary woman; after experiencing rebirth, she had a deeper understanding of the greater good in the world.
After a brief, painful struggle, she raised her chin slightly and nodded firmly, her eyes seeming to say, "We will live and die together, and we will never leave each other."
Led by a mysterious figure, the two rushed non-stop towards the core control area of the ruins. They knew that time was running out and every minute and every second was related to success or failure.
At this time, the conspiracy group gradually broke free from the constraints of the melodious flute music. As soon as Lu Xiao and others regained their ability to move, they realized the intentions of Ling Xuan and others.
His eyes were wide open, his face was ferocious, and he roared hysterically: "Chase them! We must not let them activate the self-destruct device!" After that, he led a group of his men and rushed towards Ling Xuan and the others like mad wolves.
Ling Xuan and Yun Mengting were running in the passage of the ruins, with the sound of the wind whistling in their ears, as if it was the urging of fate.
They passed through ancient stone gates and crossed bottomless ravines.
A mysterious man walked ahead, the flute in his hand emitting a faint light, illuminating the way forward for them.
"Ling Xuan, if we are lucky enough to survive this time, what is your wish?" Yun Mengting asked while running and panting.
Ling Xuan was slightly stunned, then smiled: "If I can survive, I would like to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the world with you, find a paradise, and spend the rest of my life with you."
After hearing this, Yun Mengting felt warm in her heart, and her steps seemed to become more determined.
However, the footsteps and shouts of the conspiracy group behind them were getting closer and closer, and they could clearly feel the approaching malice.
"Hurry up, we're almost there!" the mysterious man shouted. They turned a corner and saw a massive stone gate in front of them. Carved with ancient runes, it glowed with a mysterious light.
"This is the entrance to the core control area. Once you enter and activate the device, there will be no turning back." said the mysterious man.
Ling Xuan and Yun Mengting looked at each other and rushed towards the stone gate without hesitation.
Meanwhile, the vanguard of the conspiracy group had reached the end of the passage, the two sides only a few dozen feet apart. A thrilling life-and-death struggle was about to unfold in the core area of the ruins, and the fate of Ling Xuan and Yun Mengting would face their final judgment after this difficult decision.