Tree King: What? I've become the Abundant Pharmacist?

Chapter 408 Nihilism

"I'd be happy to share my experiences with you, provided, of course, that I remember them."

As she said this, her hand lightly rested on the hilt of the knife, but then quickly fell back down, the movement fleeting.

Eve immediately felt the power of nothingness sinking.

At the same time, she seemed to see the figure of an old friend.

It looks just like the shadows of the past.

Huang Quan shook his head. "Don't worry about it, it's just a habit. Because of some past events, I've become very prone to forgetting. Only when this sword is drawn will those hazy images gradually become clear."

Please make yourself at home.

"That's enough. I remember what happened in Pinocchio very clearly. Please ask."

“You’re not a sea patrolman, are you?” Eve asked directly.

Huang Quan was somewhat surprised. "I thought you were going to ask me about Pinocone."

"But unfortunately, I am."

“However, Miss Eve, you are very perceptive. I am not just a sea patrolman; I am also what you call a self-destructive wretch.”

Eve was not surprised to receive this answer; she already knew that Huang Quan was a self-destructor.

And it is an entity at the level of an Envoy.

"What did you see in your dream at the end?" Eve asked finally.

"A young girl who has found herself."

“Perhaps I should learn from her,” Huang Quan said.

Upon hearing this, Eve felt relieved.

She could guess that the girl Huang Quan was talking about was Liu Ying.

"What about the others?" Eve continued to ask.

"Nothing else," Huang Quan shook his head.

"I did not see the actual enemy."

Eve nodded slightly, seemingly deep in thought.

“Perhaps we can say something romantic,” Huang Quan countered.

"Romantic?" Eve looked up.

"What are your thoughts on nothingness?" Huang Quan asked.

Are you asking about the definition of the "emptiness" destiny?

“No, it’s just nothingness.” Huang Quan’s gaze was fixed on Eve.

"Human life is destined to end, everything is ultimately nothingness, life has no ultimate meaning, because in the end it is all an empty object, without any value."

"Perhaps all humanity pursues in this life is an object that will never perish, or perhaps all people in the universe pursue an object that will never perish to prove that they ever existed, nothing more."

Eve understood what Huang Quan meant when she heard her words.

Nihilism.

"Babies are not born knowing the value of life."

"Soldiers do not charge into battle because they know they will win."

"Flowers cannot see their brilliance before they bloom, and trees cannot see their towering height before they take root."

Eve's words were very firm.

Humans do not come into this world for the known, but for the unknown.

Before the dust settles, no one can deny the meaning of life.

“No.” Huang Quan shook his head. “On the contrary…”

"Babies are born because their parents want to know the value of life."

"The warriors were sent into battle because the king wanted them to win the war."

"Flowers and trees follow their own genes, forced to be brilliant and upright."

"What I mean is, even the greatest star god will be gradually forgotten as he disappears, and even the greatest person will disappear when their lifespan comes to an end. Everything in the world will eventually vanish, so all of this is meaningless, utterly meaningless."

"If the universe will eventually reach heat death, then life will have no meaning."

Huang Quan looked at Eve quietly. Her words were calm yet extraordinary, prompting people to think.

What is the meaning of life?

Eve was stunned.

"The meaning of life..."

The shadow of nihilism crept into her heart.

Eve's crown, the throne of life, has been tarnished.

"Eve's mom!"

Xing is running over, holding two ice creams.

“It seems you don’t have the answer to this question either,” Huang Quan said, looking at Eve.

"Then goodbye. I hope that when we meet again, you will be able to see yourself clearly."

After saying that, Huang Quan turned and left Dream Plaza.

Eve stood quietly in place, showing no reaction when Xing ran up to her.

"That's... Huang Quan?" Xing saw Huang Quan's back.

"Eve's mom, what's wrong?"

Xing tried to hand the ice cream to Eve, but Eve didn't react.

"Is life really meaningless?" A shadow fell over Eve's eyes.

Nihilism—she used to think she had countless reasons to refute this flawed ideology.

Life is an epic, and also the ultimate answer.

But now, she realizes that what she has been insisting on is meaningless.

Because no matter what life does or what changes it causes, it has no meaning in the context of the universe.

"Eve's mom? Eve's mom?"

Xing shook Eve's hand, her tone revealing her anxiety.

"Star? I'm fine, sorry... I'm fine." Eve came to her senses.

"Eve's mom, what's wrong with you?" Xing noticed that something was wrong with Eve.

Gone is the vibrancy of the past; instead, there is a sense of decadence.

"I'm fine." Eve shook her head and took the ice cream.

But she had no appetite for it.

"By the way, Xing, what is your view on the meaning of life?" Eve suddenly asked.

"What is the meaning of life?" Xing pondered seriously.

After a long while, Xing said solemnly, "Go to the dock and get two fries!"

An incredulous expression appeared on Eve's face.

"Haha..." Xing scratched his head. "Okay, seriously, I don't know either."

"All I know is that the purpose of living is to be happy."

"We play cards on the bus, and then we fight when we get off. That's life."

"Are you happy?" Eve remained silent.

"Oh right! Let's hurry to the amusement park, there seem to be limited-time events there!"

Before Eve could even agree, Xing pulled Eve's hand and headed towards the amusement park.

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The room of the Yellow Springs.

"There don't seem to be any useful clues here."

Since the deal with the gold dust ended, Black Swan has been searching for clues in Huang Quan's room.

She coveted the memories of this sea patrolman.

But after searching high and low, it seemed there was nothing useful.

"Ring ring ring!"

The sudden ringing of the bell startled the black swan.

"Long time no see! Did you have fun in Pinocchio—'Yomi'?"

A man's voice came out.

Black Swan thought to herself, "That voice... isn't it Constance from before? Is it one of her companions?"

Just to be on the safe side, she remained silent.

"Although I don't know what you are or what you're up to..."

"But my bullets will find you soon—until then, you'd better hurry up and find a coffin shop in Pinocchio and ask the owner to save a good one for you, a fake."

"An imposter? I see. She revealed my whereabouts to someone else who is tracking Huang Quan."

The black swan suddenly understood something.

This person might be of some use.

After much deliberation, the black swan asked, "Who are you?"

The male voice sounded puzzled, "Huh? Did I dial the wrong number? Oh my god, who are you?"

"I am the one who remembers in the Hall of Flowing Light and Memories".

"Hmph! Not bad, I like tough guys like this. Are you that imposter's bodyguard? Or someone else? Whatever. I'll leave you a bullet, so get ready."

“I don’t know what you’re talking about—but you know Huang Quan, the sea patrol knight, right? I have something to ask you.”

"Haha, you want me to help you write your will? Sure, go ahead."

“It’s not a will—I just want to ask you, how exactly did she become a sea patrol ranger?”

The male voice fell silent.

"She's not the 'Hunter's' destined traveler at all, you are, aren't you? Tell me, what exactly is Huang Quan?" Black Swan said with certainty.

"Hahahaha, great! I didn't expect it to be an ally. He's got a real leg to protect. Looks like I really hit the jackpot."

"I'll be at Pinocchio soon. Remember me, go buy a bottle of 'Asdna White Oak,' warm it up, and I'll toast you."

"That woman's past? Nobody knows. But if all you want is a simple answer, fine, you'd better find a chair to sit on. That woman named Huang Quan—"

"It is an envoy that should not exist."

"An envoy that shouldn't exist?" A hint of panic flashed in Black Swan's eyes.

She seemed to have sensed something.

"Alright, we'll talk about the details when I get there. Goodness, this spaceship is really hard to get going today."

"Holy crap, what's that? A train? I've got a great idea..."

The man's voice had just faded when a crashing sound was heard.

"What happened?" Black Swan asked nervously.

But all she got in response was a beeping sound.

the other side.

Danheng held the Cloud-Striking Technique in his hand, protecting Pam in front of him.

An untimely radio broadcast announced: "Breaking News: Pinocchio's 'Grand Music Festival' is now in its countdown phase. With the ticking of the clock, in 24 system hours, the grand opening of this celebration will take place, and Honorary Director Eve of Interstellar Peace Corporation will also be there to celebrate..."

Opposite them stood a cyborg with sniper-like pupils, dressed in a denim jacket, and holding a pistol.

Pam, hiding behind Danheng, gripped his trouser leg tightly: "I told you! We can talk things over!"

The man's eyes showed no interest in the cute creature; they were fixed on the red dot of his sniper rifle.

Nine-millimeter revolvers were already aimed at them.

"I'm sorry, you furry little guy, I have some urgent business to attend to, so I have to ask you for a small favor in this way."

"Since you know what you're doing, I must also remind you of the risks involved."

Dan Heng didn't hold back at this moment and aimed his sword, "Strike Cloud," at the man.

"Brother, why are you getting so tense? You just pulled this out to say hello, didn't you?"

"Besides, do you really think this thing is faster than my gun?" The man twirled the pistol on his index finger.

The saying goes, "A gun is fast from seven paces away," but within seven paces, a gun is not only fast, it's also damn accurate.

Dan Heng was completely focused, his expression showing no sign of slackening.

He had to ensure the train conductor's safety, and he wouldn't hesitate to connect his brain to the cloud if necessary.

"One last time, state your identity and purpose."

The man finally revealed his name, "My name is Portio, and I'm a 'Sea Patrolman'."

"A sea patrol knight?" Dan Heng was somewhat surprised.

Potio spread his hands: "Is it really necessary? You look like you've seen a ghost, as if you think we're all dead, right? Haha! Indeed, that's the downside of disappearing for too long."

"The 'Hunter' chivalrous group wouldn't hijack the Star Train," Dan Heng said, his tone displeased.

Portio gripped his pistol. "I haven't even taken anyone hostage yet. Does holding a gun and chatting with someone count as 'hijacking'?"

“Roughly calculated…” Pam said cautiously from behind.

"Excuse my bluntness, but there are many rumors circulating in the galaxy about the current state of the Sea Rangers, and none of them are pleasant stories. I find it hard to believe you."

Potio burst into laughter, revealing his shark-like teeth: "I'm dying of laughter. These idiots are making up more and more outrageous stories. They even said that all the Sea Rangers have been turned into gibbons by the Primal Doctor and are swinging on some mountain ravine."

"Of course, I know you won't believe me. So, similarly, I can't easily believe that you are really the nameless guests."

Portio also raised questions, revealing the magazine of his revolver.

"See the bullet in this gun? Nine millimeters, a timeless classic. Right now, I need the Star Train's help, but if you guys are a bunch of imposters like that guy... tsk, this bullet is probably going to be lodged in my forehead."

"I can't put myself in danger, right? So you guys have to prove yourselves first... Hey, which way to go?"

The atmosphere between the two sides became extremely tense.

At this moment, Danheng took out something.

Do you recognize this?

Potio looked at the jade disc lying in Danheng's hands with a shocked expression.

"Huh? This is—his precious, Alliance Jade Sign?! ​​The Immortal Ship really gave you this?!"

Pam's mouth dropped open. "Baby...?"

"This is a jade omen gifted to the train by General Jingyuan of the Immortal Ship 'Luofu'. This item on board serves as the Immortal Ship Alliance's authentication of the Starry Sky Train's identity."

"In addition, General Jingyuan of Luofu was also in the carriage and became one of the nameless guests."

Is that enough?

Danheng quietly looked at Potio.

When Jingyuan got off the carriage, he handed the Jade Alliance to Danheng.

Because forming an alliance with Yu Zhao in a dream would likely render Yu Zhao ineffective, while Dan Heng, who was guarding the train, could bring out the full potential of Yu Zhao.

Potio was clearly somewhat surprised.

"I never expected this, kid. The train has this kind of connection."

"No matter how vast the Milky Way is, a mere clench of the fist can summon tens of thousands of cloud cavalry... Holy crap, how spectacular would that be?"

As a fellow group that hunts for faith, Potio naturally knew what this meant.

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