Super Righteous Player-Chapter 1211 - 249: Words of the Madman (2 in 1)_2

In a sense, it was also thanks to Professor Gray.

Annan increasingly understood... what is called "justice that is never late."

Only when people are unaware and unperceptive, and they are being protected in the shadows—only when people’s lives have never been disturbed by evil, can "justice" be called "never late."

Compared to being a famous hero, a great person recorded in history, a valorous figure revered by people...

It doesn’t matter if I’m seen as a madman, as a lunatic, as long as the end result is good.

"Because this is a choice only the strong can make."

Annan murmured softly: "If I’m too weak... I can only solve those incidents that fall upon me. Those I can save, the matters I can resolve, at most are only things within my reach.

"In that case, I might be revered by people as a hero. Because people can only see what happens around them.

"But now I am strong enough—I am able to fundamentally solve the difficulties that everyone may face.

"The invasions from the Otherworld, the harm The Worm does to the world, the sacrifices of Evil God followers, the fallout from power struggles at the top; even the darkness deep within human hearts, the tragedies caused by barbaric and backward customs, poverty stemming from economic backwardness and insufficient productivity..."

Annan slowly clenched the Tri-Siren, looking towards Niusel with an unobscured smile: "These things that can thwart ’heroes’ can be resolved by me. I indeed have the capability and the willingness... Isn’t that a fortunate thing?"

"...Even if no one knows what you have done?"

"Why should I let them know?"

Annan retorted: "I didn’t complete any miracles with steely resolve, nor are my deeds something that can be learned from. I simply reached this point purely with my own abilities.

"Spreading my deeds will not make people wiser, nor more resolute. It can also not make people become united or proud—because after all, it has nothing to do with ’mutual aid’ and ’a sense of community belonging,’ it’s simply because I happened to be able to do it.

"If people worship me excessively, it may lead to superstition, ignorance, and fanaticism. My name could become a weapon for people to harm each other, swinging from one extreme to another.

"What I have to do is simply guide people to be good, to improve."

"Not all can perceive the light of reason within their hearts, nor the fire of desire. I believe there is nothing in this world that needs to be worshiped, not even the True Gods. There are just some things that merit reverence, that deserve to be remembered, that should be respected—nothing more." frёewebηovel.cѳm

Annan said so.

His pupils were bright, his words profoundly shaking Niusel’s heart: "The ’gods’ that people of Aesirland believe in... In the cultures of the Elves, Centaurs, Giants, and the Dragon Race, are not necessarily to be worshiped."

"Once I complete the ascension, I will personally correct this mistake."

Annan calmly spoke words of a madman.

"Wha..."

Niusel’s expression was a bit stiff.

Although on the surface he is a person who grew up in the Underground City, with the appearance of an Undergrounder, he also grew up in the Underground City.

But at the core, Niusel is a Winter person who values Tradition.

Even now, Niusel has not forgotten the teachings of his father during his childhood. To Niusel, Annan’s statement was still far too bold...

Yet what confused him the most was that Annan, who had made the claim "worship is unnecessary," was precisely their future deity and also his sovereign.

Sensing Niusel’s hesitation, Annan gave a slight smile and continued:

"...But from the standpoint and identity of humans, even if they did perceive this mistake, they couldn’t correct it.

"Because their identity and standpoint are wrong. As beings sheltered by the True Gods, if they were to utter such words, they would instantly become rebels."

"And anyone who dares to think from an objective perspective and doesn’t immediately and fully oppose, will be labeled by public opinion as an accomplice to these rebels; and once these rebels accomplish something, another group of people will mindlessly flock to their side, beginning to question the very purpose of the gods’ existence."

"Among them, there will inevitably be opportunists seeking fame and wealth... Regardless, their actions will invariably lead to chaos—perhaps even to The Worm."

"Because the claim [religion is unnecessary] can easily be extended to [humanity does not need gods]. However, these are two entirely different assertions. Moreover, the boundaries between ’not needing’ and ’abolishing’, ’not worshipping’ and ’not respecting’, are quite blurred. Without strict constraints, these boundaries can easily be overstepped by Worm Cultists among them."

"If there were no gods in the world, and what people worshipped were mere idols, then that would be one thing. But in this world, gods do indeed exist, and both truth and the world are under their protection."

"Thus, those who zealously preach the idea of ’dismantling temples’ may well become extremists, feared by the populace."

"Yes," Niusel nodded fervently, "You are correct."

In his speculation, what Annan said could very well happen.

And Annan continued: "But if a god were to make such a statement, it would seem like a betrayal of all True Gods. Due to their status, they cannot speak on behalf of ’all the gods’."

"At the same time, it is difficult to unify the opinions of the True Gods. The relationship between the True Gods is not as close as ordinary people imagine... and they are even less likely to make such gratuitous declarations. Because such declarations would certainly cause chaos, and the declarer would have to take responsibility for it."

"Therefore, even if the wise and the gods do notice something wrong, they can only remain silent. This is not evasion, but because it is not the most urgent, the most necessary change facing the world."

"Simply put, it is not the primary contradiction of this world."

Dragon Well Tea summed it up: "For the ignorant people of Aesirland, the existence and deterrence of gods actually make them follow the rules."

"Compared to this, the Mist that severs surface connections between nations, domestic upheavals and shocks stemming from power transitions at the top, the unique problems within each country, the continuous corruption of mankind by demons from The Void World, as well as The Worm and its followers who covet this moment from the future... These are the issues that deserve more attention."

"Not wrong at all."

Annan nodded approvingly and said calmly, "Well spoken."

"Tackling those foundational, realistic, and pressing issues must come first before addressing details that merely scratch the surface... This is a good reminder for me as well."

...What I’m actually worried about is not this issue.

Dragon Well Tea responded only with silence.

He just felt... perhaps because Annan had invoked the sublime guise, the "divinity" emanating from Annan had become increasingly palpable since a few hours ago.

Though Annan had occasionally pondered such issues before, his insights and organized thoughts were always immediately beneficial to the people. But now, Annan’s vision seemed to have significantly elevated...

As if his humanity was gradually diminishing, slowly transforming into "divinity."

If this is the necessary path to becoming a deity... yet so far, all the gods Dragon Well Tea has seen were distinctly filled with "humanity."

—Today’s Annan seems even more godlike than the gods themselves.

It may just be an illusion.

But just to be safe, I should consult with Silver Baron once I get back.

If it’s a good sign, then it’s just a false alarm; if there is indeed a problem... it’s certainly better to notice it sooner. Plus, with Silver Baron’s extensive knowledge, he will surely have better advice than I could come up with on my own.

Dragon Well Tea has learned one of the most important lessons in life so far—don’t overestimate oneself. Leave professional matters to the experts, let the insiders handle their domains... Do not offer unwarranted opinions.

As for how to select qualified "experts" and "insiders," that falls within his scope of expertise. And Dragon Well Tea just happens to be an "expert" and "insider" in that domain.

...What a nuisance.

But who asked me to regard you as a friend. I am determined to face this hassle.

Dragon Well Tea mused to himself.