The look in Moon Worship's eyes made Alex understand his genuine thirst for knowledge.
Furthermore after chatting with him for a while and answering many questions about science, the Moon Worshiper had actually managed to build a massive steel ship. This made Alex understand Moon Worship's character of integrating knowledge and action.
It was truly ironic that within the realm of The Legend of Sword and Fairy, Moon Worship as the ultimate boss of this celestial realm had science as his primary pursuit.
"So what else do you want to know Leader?" Alex asked after a moment's silence. Regardless his most important priority right now was to keep the Moon Worshiper occupied and stable.
"Everything! Mister Alex is a truly learned man. If possible I would naturally like to learn all your knowledge even if it means becoming your disciple!" Moon Worship said while staring at Alex intently.
These words were startling yet they also made one deeply understand his thirst for knowledge which was truly unmatched by ordinary people.
"It is a pity that he was born at the wrong time. If he were in modern society with his mentality he would definitely become a top scientist." Looking at the appearance of the Moon Worshiper, Alex sighed in his heart. He felt genuine pity for the Moon Worshiper.
Looking at the entire plane of The Legend of Sword and Fairy, Alex found that it seemed to be a tragedy from beginning to end.
Li Xiaoyao was bohemian by nature but in the end he lost his aunt, master, lover and friends one after another. In the end he was almost left completely alone.
And the Sword Saint although he entered the Dao and became ruthless and desireless, in the end he could only watch his beloved woman marry someone else.
The Drunken Sword Immortal was the same. He was hurt by love and drank to relieve his sorrow all his life. Although he looked unrestrained who could understand the pain in his heart? In the end he was killed by his own daughter Anu with a single sword.
There was also the Emperor of Nanzhao driven to desperation by the Moon Worshiper. Elder Shi who watched his adopted son Shi Jieren stir up trouble. Liu Jinyuan, Anu, Tang Yu, Lin Yueru, Zhao Ling'er...
Everyone's life seemed a tragedy even the Moon Worshiper as the ultimate boss. His greatest pursuit was simply to understand the ultimate truth and principles of heaven and earth.
To describe the Moon Worshiper in a more common way: I told them the earth is round but not only did they not believe me they even beat me.
"Mister Alex?" Alex's thoughts wandered and the Moon Worshiper beside him naturally noticed. He called out prompting Alex to collect his thoughts.
"Since you want to know I am naturally willing to discuss it with you. However from what I understand you do not have much time to research these things do you?" After collecting his thoughts Alex addressed the Moon Worshiper directly.
"Oh? I would like to hear more" the Moon Worshiper asked with surprise.
"From what I understand you Leader are vying to control the entire Nanzhao Kingdom. Not only are the Emperor and Elder Shi out to fight you but Zhao Ling'er as a descendant of Nuwa and the people of Mount Shushan are also out to stop you. Regardless of the outcome if you remain entangled in these power struggles all day do you still have the leisure to study science?" Alex asked while looking seriously at the Moon Worshiping Leader.
Alex's words almost amounted to a complete showdown with the Moon Worshiping Leader.
However the Moon Worshiping Leader remained completely calm showing no sign of agitation. He smiled faintly and said "Although Mister Alex is known for profound scholarship and vast knowledge that is all that matters. If I want to spread my ideas throughout Nanzhao and indeed the entire world I will naturally require immense power. Otherwise my words will be dismissed as mere nonsense."
The Moon Worshiping Leader's words made Alex realize that his goal was not power itself. Power was merely a tool to achieve his goals. His ultimate goal was science.
For a nation if one individual gains too much power it inevitably poses a threat to the imperial authority. Just as the Moon Worship Cult currently threatens the Nanzhao Emperor.
Therefore the Moon Worship Cult leader is determined to seize the entire Nanzhao Kingdom and put an end to future threats.
"But do you think this will truly solve the problem permanently?" Alex who understood the Moon Worship Cult leader's intentions shook his head.
"Why not? Ultimately in this world strength rules. Those who oppose and obstruct me are merely obstacles. Simply eliminate them." Shaking his head the Moon Worship Cult leader remained unwavering in his resolve.
Well the Moon Worship Cult leader's words were indeed powerful and he certainly had the right to be so confident.
Alex knew that his persuasiveness would not be enough to persuade the Moon Worshiper to change his mind. So he offered no further advice. Ultimately the Drunken Sword Immortal and the others would have to fight the Moon Worship Cult leader.
If a fight really came to pass even though Alex admired the Moon Worshiper, based on their personal relationships he still hoped that the Drunken Swordsman and his allies would prevail.
Alex said no more and the Moon Worshiper naturally did not want to waste time. Rather than discussing these topics he preferred to discuss scientific matters.
Therefore the Moon Worshiper inquired about the massive steel ship currently under construction.
Alex did not hold back answering everything he could.
The Moon Worshiper then inquired about more in-depth scientific knowledge and Alex answered each question thoroughly.
Having temporarily stabilized the Moon Worshiper Alex secretly awaited the arrival of the Drunken Swordsman and his group.
If possible Alex would do his utmost to avert their tragic fate.
...
Let us not dwell on Alex who revealed scientific knowledge every day to stabilize the leader of the Moon Worship Sect. He was in no hurry to leave the Moon Worship Sect. Inside the Mount Shushan Demon Locking Tower the Drunken Swordsman had already rushed into the bottom floor. He found Li Xiaoyao and Zhao Ling'er at the very bottom of the Demon Locking Tower.
However in order to rescue Zhao Ling'er Li Xiaoyao had actually destroyed the Seven-Star Coiled Dragon Pillar in the Demon Locking Tower. With the destruction of this critical pillar the entire Demon Locking Tower began to collapse.
At this critical moment just as the Sword Saint had predicted the laws of nature had decreed that someone must sacrifice themselves in order to rescue Zhao Ling'er.
"You two go now" the Drunken Sword Immortal grabbed Li Xiaoyao and Zhao Ling'er firmly. He pushed them out with all his strength.
"Goodbye everyone..."
Looking at Li Xiaoyao and Zhao Ling'er who were pushed far away by him the Drunken Sword Immortal murmured quietly in his heart. At this moment his mind became more peaceful than ever before.
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