Also, according to Chenxue, even if #relocating residents is feasible, the Data Research Institute can't rush it. They have to consider the impact on Oxia's #civic #ecology. After all, ensuring Oxia's survival amidst the shadow's turmoil and preventing the shadow's #authority from further #infiltrating are both pressing issues with no immediate solution.
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00:00You two, back off. Don't cut in line.
00:06I wasn't expecting this.
00:11It's just a snack. What's there to make a fuss about?
00:16But right here, where else? Cut the nonsense.
00:23It's Sana and the others.
00:33Sorry, I need a quieter spot under a call. It's too noisy here.
00:40A call? Oh, from Axia.
00:44Yeah. Alright, I was just saying you should go walk around. I'll stay here lining up myself.
00:53There's no need for that. I'll be back soon. I like keeping your company.
00:58Come on, you don't have to. Go do your thing.
01:02Okay.
01:08Entropy.
01:11See you.
01:13See you later.
01:28Still no takers?
01:32The Seven Trees waking up is really a big deal for them.
01:37Greatly. Could it be that, despite being a small loss in comparison, for those who call this place home, saving people by losing land isn't an easy pill to swallow?
01:52There's no other option. Given the unique nature of fear here, we can only negotiate based on hearsay instead of directly.
02:04Entropy, why are you here?
02:08I could ask you the same thing.
02:11Well, it seems like there's no difference from the dream.
02:20So you were out here with Chengxue and just slipped away? We didn't expect almost everyone from Langzhou to be gathered here.
02:30So are you here to recruit volunteers?
02:33Yeah, but as you can see, no progress so far. According to Chengxue, even if relocating residents is feasible, today's research institute can't rush it.
02:42They have to consider the impact on Auxia's civic ecology.
02:47Ensuring Auxia's survival amidst the shadow turmoil and preventing the shadow authority from further infiltrating are both pressing issues with no immediate solution.
02:57While Langzhou's population isn't large, finding a suitable area in Auxia for them to live in, even just a sports stadium, is no simple feat.
03:07Indeed, these are all very real problems.
03:11However, from a personal perspective, if it weren't for the Southern Truth, no, if it weren't for the contribution of the people of Langzhou, Auxia probably wouldn't exist today.
03:23However we defeat them, demons will resurface in new forms at different times.
03:28Before us, there's only an uncertain future, which we'll tackle when the time comes.
03:33Professor Youyun once said that to us. Sounds like she was avoiding some tasks back then.
03:39That's not the focus.
03:41You're right. Let's stick to the point.
03:44Entropy, or just chatting with Chengxue.
03:47Songxue doesn't strike us as the type to sacrifice herself, no matter how you look at it.
03:53But if you dreamed of that future, then there must be truth about Langzhou we haven't discovered yet.
03:59The real her might be entirely different from what we know.
04:03Maybe some hard to face secret.
04:06Even though the truth are extraordinary beings beyond common sense, it's still possible that killing a people could save a world.
04:14You can save someone who's determined to die, no matter what your stance on the trolley problem is.
04:21While we got time, we can ask questions, or explore other options.
04:27Ultimately, her choice to live or not is hers to decide.
04:30But what if I can't sway her, or even just understand her?
04:35Don't forget she's the Shu of deception.
04:38Then take the time to say our goodbye.
04:41And about asking questions, it's not about meddling in her decisions.
04:46It's about how you navigate your own choices.
04:49After all, forget it, there's no need to get into the specifics.
04:54Really? Why do you always stop at pivotal moments?
04:58Anyway, entropy, follow your heart and stick by her side.
05:02Even if, ah, just try not to leave her side.
05:07Although it's just a gut feeling, I can't shake the sense that despite her resolve,
05:14she'll be quite scared when the time comes.
05:19I understand. Then I'll see you later.
05:23Hope then we can bring each other good news.
05:26We'll go by your word.
05:28That's true.
05:30You stand together through thick and thin.
05:33I'm not being silly. There's no way it could be you.
05:37Later, Donnigue.
05:45Donnigue's leaving already.
05:48Yeah, he's a bit of a free spirit sometimes, just like me.
05:53Here one minute, gone the next.
05:55Also, apart from the toast, he can be pretty wishy-washy about other things too.
06:04Alright, enough about that.
06:08Quick, try this.
06:14If it weren't for a few differences, you'd think you were still dreaming.
06:20Her expression, her gestures, and even the taste of the pastry all felt so familiar.
06:27But those memories were separated from the reality by death, or rather, the end of the world.
06:40Her earlier compliment echoed in your mind.
06:46I actually really love this oily pastry.
06:51No way, I couldn't tell.
06:56Even though it's been spruced up a bit, it's still an old favorite.
07:02So greasy and sweet. Not exactly a hit with the youngsters.
07:08I had a tough upbringing. Grease or sugar used to be expensive things for me, so I developed this taste.
07:18I was worried you'd find it distasteful.
07:24Oh, I shouldn't have to take you somewhere with that food. It's a long-term specialty after all.
07:30If it's not your thing, we can try somewhere else.
07:34It's okay. I really like it.
07:38But Song Que, speaking of which, I've always wondered.
07:43You often seem nostalgic about your past life.
07:47And from what I've seen, those days had little to do with being a Shu.
07:53Correct me if I'm wrong, are you not really aspiring to be a Shu?
08:04It was a genuine question tinged with cautious curiosity.
08:13It somehow reminded me of those characters from stories who have everything but yearn for simplicity.
08:25Hold on, I'm not like that at all.
08:30Regardless of how things turned out later, a century ago, being a Shu meant having it all and being renowned worldwide.
08:42Who wouldn't want to be a Shu if given the chance?
08:48Maybe I brought up too much about the bustling life and caused you to misunderstand, but it's not a contradiction.
08:57Seeing others living ordinary lives, of course, I enjoy it very much.
09:02But if I could become famous or wealthy, who wouldn't want life to get better and better, right?
09:09But now, it seems being a Shu isn't just about perks, is it?
09:15Besides the Astral Ring's restriction, being a Shu also means bearing significant responsibilities.
09:22Speaking of which, I still don't know what limitations the Astral Ring has imposed on you.
09:28I remember Mr. Bai Ji said, before the sentence could be finished, Song Xue interrupted,
09:35Of course, life never all roses without flowers.
09:40Like you just said, my limitation is being unable to actively use the Shu's power.
09:46So it's called deception.
09:49Well, since we're discussing it,
09:54Think about it, if I were still a regular person, I'd probably be 16 and under by now.
10:02Wait, what if I learned a few tricks from Uncle Gunner?
10:07He might be seeing a Song Xue with a wrinkled face right now.
10:14That would make me Granny Song Xue.
10:18Anyway, every day I live is a blessing.
10:21Doing what needs to be done, taking the bitter pill of being a Shu, it's all part of the deal.
10:28Doing what needs to be done, taking the bitter pill of being a Shu, it's all part of the deal.
10:41For some reason, there seemed to be a hint of comfort in her tone, yet...
10:49Dance to life's drumbeat, sing with glee, laugh at death's sweet melody.
10:55Even the most profound serenity of the sage might hide deeper sadness beyond the reach of the ordinary.
11:08Alright, enough of this, let's eat and drink my fill, and head somewhere else.
11:13How about it?
11:16There's always time for snacks, but some fun is best enjoyed in the present.
11:26Everyone, less than half an hour until the midnight fireworks.
11:33There are even real fireworks today.
11:37In less than half an hour, there must be before Master returns.
11:43What's all the fuss over there?
11:56I thought it was something special.
12:02With an agility honed from years of living on the street, the girls slid into the bustling crowd.
12:12The stars lining the roads seemed mundane, paddling just everyday wares.
12:19However, they drew many curious onlookers.
12:24With the current ambience, not everything needed to carry a weighty significance.
12:33For most, simply idling away time was a way of attaining bliss.
12:44But hey, since we're here...
12:49Owner, could you fetch that...
12:53Wait, Entropy, care to join in?
12:58Me?
13:00Think of it as a little game, guess which one I've got my eyes on.
13:06If you guess right, I'll give it to you.
13:13Everything seems to be going smoother than in the dream.
13:19Yet, something seemed a bit off.
13:23After the prophetic dream, the shrew anticipated Perception's moves,
13:29Kulantu's situation has subtly shifted, allowing them to find other solutions.
13:37Amidst all of this, Song Xue's vitality didn't look like forced optimism.
13:45Everything nearby seemed to contrast with the dream, a reflection of the changing situation.
13:55The livelier streets, friendlier relationships, clearer situation, and a state that wasn't so...
14:04Wait...
14:11Given the nature of the celebration here, they should've stirred up quite a scene.
14:18Yet, the crowd dispersed silently, like puppets without strings.
14:24Forget it, little Xue, your taste is...
14:28Well, let's just say, it's a bit questionable.
14:36That was quick. I thought the lantern would be here before you.
14:45This was truly perplexing.
14:49Entropy, could you give me and Ms. Lima a moment alone?
14:55Please.
15:00How should I put it?
15:03It's just that, things might get ugly later.
15:08What is getting ugly supposed to mean?
15:12A foreboding possibility flashed through your mind.
15:17From what I've observed, and I still haven't decided for the mechanism behind it,
15:23so it could simply be another one of his desperate delusions.
15:27The Rite of Tears requires a shu to infuse all the shadows into Song Xue's body.
15:34Perhaps, it's not just Bai Ji who can perform the Rite of Tears.
15:39So long as one can manipulate the threads of shadow, does that mean any shu can?
15:53Alright, there's no need to beat around the bush, it'll be all over soon.
15:59I have one question, little Xue. Put inside Bai Ji's plan.
16:04Do you want to live or die?
16:20Then, this is the only option left, isn't it?
16:26I asked if you want to, not if you should.
16:35Then, it's probably better if I just accept my fate, right?
16:50How dull.
17:05There's nothing more to discuss.
17:07I just felt like letting my little pet make her own decisions for once.
17:12But since she insists, I don't mind.
17:15Bai Ji will make her own judgment anyway.
17:21Then, what if I choose the other option?
17:28Then, no one can force my pet to do anything she doesn't want to do.
17:34Remember what I said before.
17:36So long as you're my servant, no one can harm you unless I cease to exist.
17:44Even if it costs all of Lang Qiu, I don't care.
17:51Since you've made your decision, like I said, I don't care.
17:58Just a mere pet, I'll have as many as I want.
18:05Oh, and about that dream.
18:07It's true, somehow it brought me here.
18:10You should know what I mean.
18:14The path of pleasure has come to an end.
18:17But what does it matter?
18:19Even though I was physically challenged like a paralyzed patient,
18:24and could only walk through the world through the power of union,
18:29I could still dominate it all.
18:33Of course, I'm not saying this to evoke your pity.
18:37I only find your self-perception much too ridiculous.
18:46If you have the change of heart, now's your chance.
18:50Now's your chance.
19:01Didn't you hear me?
19:03I said if you want us to save you, there's still time.
19:13Are you really...
19:16Commander, what's wrong?
19:19Just in case, let me call you back one last time.
19:25Truly, thank you.
19:34Foolish beyond saving.
19:37Aiya.
19:42I'm really sorry, Entropy.
19:44I was actually planning to pretend I didn't know you knew.
19:48But it turns out my deception didn't deceive anyone at all.
19:54Don't get me wrong, I didn't mean it intentionally.
20:00If I'd revealed everything, how could we have had such a fun time just now?
20:05Besides, you guys were whispering behind my back for so long and kept glancing at me every now and then.
20:12Who could resist eavesdropping a bit?
20:17But I seem to have misunderstood one thing.
20:22It's the Rite of Tears.
20:24We don't need to wait at all.
20:26It's happening right now.
20:28It's happening right now.
20:30And you, just like in that dream, have reached an understanding with your master.
20:35Everything we're experiencing now is the final journey you planned for yourself, am I right?
20:45In other words, while traveling around with a flawless cheerful facade, Song Que was constantly waiting for a close friend, perhaps even Donigue.
20:59To come and end her life.
21:05Don't say that out loud, I'd feel scared.
21:12In that case, Song Que, to be honest, I kept quiet about it.
21:18I thought it wasn't my place to meddle in the choices of Lang Qiu's people.
21:24But now, I think I understand what Coralie said earlier.
21:33They deliberately left me here, hoping I would chat with you and confirm my own thoughts.
21:41Whether, as someone from Axia, I can ever just leave you alone.
21:48Now, Coralie, Helia, Xena, and Chen Xue, they're still searching for other solutions.
21:55So, can you tell me why you're willing to do this?
22:01I don't think you're truly ready to face death.
22:04No matter how you slice it, exchanging my life for an arm of Lang Qiu seems like a guaranteed win.
22:10Are you going to use the same answer you just gave Selima?
22:18The way you put it...
22:23Don't I have a brave, beautiful, and kind heart?
22:30Don't I have a brave, beautiful, even unreal past written on a golden leaf?
22:40Come on, don't make it sound like I'm already doomed.
22:45Back then, a century ago, I was fine, wasn't I?
22:49You probably already know that from the dream.
22:54In the beginning, my Astral Ring only had one function, to let me be killed by other truths.
22:59It's like resetting all of Lang Qiu's shadows, a sort of mutual destruction.
23:05In any case, my decision not to be killed won't solve the issue.
23:10The key to the right of tears lies in the action of the other truths,
23:14but my choices as a sacrifice actually don't matter much.
23:18Since my life or death isn't determined by me, I might as well enjoy every day.
23:23Whether it's a blessing or a curse, I can't escape it anyway.
23:28Her answer was far from being truly sincere, but now, there's not much you can do.
23:40Although Selima has made her stance clear, if others were to arrive,
23:48well, even Lang Qiu will completely ignore them and deprive us of spectacle, right?
23:58It might sound dramatic, but I could've been halfway to the grave by now.
24:08Would you stay with me, just like before?
24:17Since you put it like that, I guess there's no real rush.
24:23Let's save the talk of what comes next for later.
24:27For now, go do what you want.
24:32Hurry up, if we delay now, we'll miss it all.
24:48Her hands so wide and fair, rest gently on my shoulder there.
25:01She whispers, live with ease, my dear, like grass beside the river clear.
25:14But young and stubborn, I refuse, no tears of regrets are bemused.
25:27Quite fitting, huh?
25:32Strange, it's quieter here now.
25:37Hey, you two, why are you still here?
25:43Both of you, don't just stand around.
25:46The fireworks are about to start, you won't see anything from here.
25:56It's already time?
25:59Come on, entropy, let's find a good spot.
26:04Oh my, they do know how to exaggerate.
26:08It's not that late.
26:10I really need a break, so that their shoes aren't made for running around.
26:19With that being said, that long day was finally winding down.
26:26Everyone's eyes were fixed on the darkening sky,
26:29waiting for something to ascend and explode.
26:36In the dream, it was the amorphous phase, which had been brewing for a century, that burst forth.
26:43While here, it would just be fireworks, a symbol of peace and joy.
26:49At least, that's how it seemed.
26:53At least, that's how it seemed.
26:56Will Song Que's fate only come to this?
27:03Still, Song Que seemed determined, masking her inner turmoil with her usual energy.
27:11When things got tough, it was common for people to push away those trying to help as they started to feel overwhelmed.
27:23Perhaps, deep down, they knew that things didn't quite add up.
27:30Only.
27:32Whether it was her identity as one of the seven shrews, or the authority of the shadows, none of it made sense,
27:39and the consequences of defying the right of tears couldn't be any clearer.
27:46Yet, however it got, she...
27:52Although my habits seem to be worse,
27:54but in order to avoid a repeat of what happened, you should go rest.
28:08No matter when, you must remain vigilant.
28:22Don't worry.
28:25Let's go.
28:46Target locked.
28:48Don't be shy.
28:49Is it this way?
28:50Surprise!
28:53Everyone, disappear!
28:56Roger that!
28:58Come on!
29:03Don't, don't, don't, don't!
29:04Let's go, you!
29:07Don't run, fight!
29:08Hide!
29:09Ignite!
29:15Let me handle this.
29:16Don't be shy.
29:19Don't be distracted.
29:22Ignite!
29:24Disappear!
29:29Fire!
29:30Target locked.