Inside the Lord God Space.
A flash of light appeared, and Charles’s battered figure emerged.
“Heh… I survived. I really survived…”
Charles gasped for breath. Although the mission had only lasted three days, for him it felt as long as three years.
Recalling the final scene of being chased by dozens of monsters, even he had thought he was doomed to die.
Fortunately, that special trait, although seemingly despicable, was indeed extraordinary. It allowed him to attract the fewest monsters, otherwise he really wouldn’t have known whether he could have lasted until returning.
[Ding!]
At this moment, a beam of light descended, instantly healing his wounds.
[You have received free treatment; your injuries have automatically healed!]
[Note: As you are a new reincarnator, this first treatment is free. Subsequent treatments will incur a charge!]
A prompt from the Lord God Space appeared.
…
Charles touched his body. All the scratches were gone, his skin restored to exactly its original condition. He couldn’t help but feel somewhat regretful: “Truly amazing… but if even that kind of virus could be cured, then I wouldn’t have had to jump into the river out of fear of being bitten…”
That had been the most perilous moment of this mission. If it hadn’t been for his good fortune, he definitely wouldn’t have made it back alive.
“Lolita, I wonder how that woman is doing. But given her shrewdness, she should have survived, right?”
Regarding that woman, Charles had a strong premonition that perhaps one day in the future, he would meet her again.
Only now did he have the time to examine his surroundings.
This was undoubtedly the Lord God Space, but not the same one he had previously experienced. A majestic and vast palace’s phantom floated high in the air, while the ground below appeared as a plaza.
[Private Space activated!]
[Private Space is the exclusive property of Reincarnator. No outsiders may enter without permission!]
[The plaza is where the Lord God issues missions and facilitates teleportation. All Reincarnators must automatically assemble here within three minutes after mission announcements!]
[Due to the Reincarnator’s rank, the Trading Hall is not accessible!]
…
“Private Space, Trading Hall?”
These names sounded extremely significant, immediately leaving Charles in a daze.
“What a pity…”
Knowing he couldn’t immediately go to the Trading Hall, Charles couldn’t help but feel some regret. He then turned his attention to his rewards.
[Main Mission completed, earned 100 Contribution Points!]
[Your rating for this mission: D]
…
“100 Contribution Points…”
Charles pulled up the exchange list and couldn’t help but smile bitterly: “I can’t even afford decent supernatural abilities. I’m practically a pauper!”
Apart from the exchange options that made him feel uneasy just looking at them, Charles did notice some other good items in the miscellaneous category.
“This is… top-grade wagyu beef, golden caviar, and jade cigars…”
Looking at the requirements for these items, they were just a few Contribution Points. Even large chunks of gold and silver were similarly priced.
“Can I choose to return to the real world?”
He remained silent for a moment before voicing his most urgent need.
Your physical body as a Reincarnator has perished. If you wish to return to the real world, you must spend 10,000 Contribution Points to exchange for a three-day period of freedom!
[Note: If you do not additionally spend 10,000 Contribution Points to exchange for a temporary physical body, you will only be able to exist in the world as a spirit!]
“In other words… twenty thousand points are required to purchase one opportunity to leave…”
Charles smiled bitterly: “So I really am dead?”
He had already realized this when that steam-powered car hit him. Now it was confirmed.
“What am I now? A soul? Yet I have a real physical body. What exactly am I…”
This question was too complicated. After thinking about it for a moment, his head began to ache, so he simply stopped thinking about it.
“Twenty thousand Contribution Points. If I want to leave this space, the cost will surely be even higher. I must work hard!”
He clenched his fists and suddenly made a firm decision.
…
“The construction of the Lord God Space also starts from the spiritual, then moves to the material, transforming from the virtual to the real!”
Wu Ming observed this scene, his eyes filled with an indescribable meaning.
The first batch of reincarnators recruited this time were all spirits who had died due to various accidents.
After all, the growth of the Lord God Space also required a process: first came the petitioners, then the undead, and then ordinary people.
Currently, although the Lord God Space can influence the material world, large-scale actions consume too much energy… Moreover, the opportunity to resurrect, obtain a physical body, and even shed the identity of a reincarnator is a tremendous temptation, enough to make them fight desperately during the reincarnation missions!
Wu Ming mused calmly as his steam-powered car suddenly came to a stop.
“Your Holiness!”
Carter came over, opened the car door, and bowed respectfully: “The believers are already waiting.”
“Very well!”
Recently, in Caspar City, thanks to the good relationship with the authorities and the territory and believers gained from combating heretical cults, the newly established Church of Redemption had developed quite well. In this, Carter had also made significant contributions.
Wu Ming put on a white priest’s robe and stood among a group of believers, beginning his daily prayers.
“Our Lord, the God of Redemption, You are the eternal ruler!”
“Your divine kingdom will be the eternal resting place for our souls!”
“You hold the authority of redemption, and Your great path prevails in the world!”
…
Amidst wave after wave of prayers, a strong surge of faith power arrived, enveloping Wu Ming like a tide.
The Lord God Space rumbled, devouring all that energy greedily.
“For now, the reincarnation space cannot be self-sustaining. The faith power from the Church of Redemption serves as a supplement!”
Wu Ming glanced at information visible only to him:
[Lord God Space]
[Controlled Areas: Intelligence Zone, Divine Kingdom Zone, Reincarnation Zone]
[Number of petitioners: 3,377]
[Number of Reincarnators: 22]
[Stored Mental Energy: 3,290,000 units]
…
“On the whole, the situation is quite good, but more energy will be needed for further development!”
Wu Ming pondered for a moment before returning to his office to handle routine church affairs. Although some issues could be resolved by Carter, without his approval as the top boss, others couldn’t take action. This was the power of authority.
“Your Holiness, the latest report from Eagle City has arrived!”
Bob pushed the door open with a serious expression.
As the leader of the Punishment Division, he undoubtedly had privileges here. Some priests bowed and exited the room, carefully closing the door behind them.
“Speak!”
Wu Ming waved his hand.
“The Eagle City Police Department issued a statement claiming this was a serious violent incident caused by criminals resisting law enforcement. It resulted in seven deaths, 31 injuries, and the downfall of a city council member… and most importantly, the lion monster!”
At this point, Bob’s expression became strange: “Those bureaucrats still insist it was just a large lion that had been domesticated, causing the disaster. They are now investigating all zoos and cracking down on poachers.”
“This is really… sticking their heads in the sand like an ostrich?”
Upon hearing this, Wu Ming couldn’t help but feel speechless.
However, he also understood that once these supernatural forces were acknowledged, it would severely impact the scientific endeavors that had developed after the Steam Revolution.
If myths were proven to exist and there were many inexplicable phenomena in the world that science couldn’t explain, it would undoubtedly be a disaster for scientific development.
Moreover, the worldview established under the scientific system emphasized that the world was orderly and could be understood and controlled. Suddenly acknowledging the existence of supernatural forces and the immortality of souls would completely overturn this worldview.
“I have a premonition, Bob!”
When Wu Ming heard this, his expression also turned serious: “The struggle between the supernatural and technological factions will inevitably lead to chaos in the future!”
“With the protection of our Lord, we will surely achieve victory!”
Although Bob had once held a scientific worldview, after witnessing the actual use of divine magic, he had been completely converted, becoming a fervent believer instead.
“That’s right. Under the guidance of the God of Redemption, we will surely walk the path of light and justice…”
At this moment, Wu Ming could only speak like a typical religious fanatic: “But the development of our church must be handled with caution. In our core doctrines, we can add a few sentences—divine magic is proof of our Lord’s power, but it is not to be used for showing off or ostentation. Ask our priests to be more discreet recently!”
With the Lord God Space, as long as there was enough faith power and suitable believers, promoting priests was just a matter of Wu Ming’s word.
Just like Carter and Madam Lianna.
However, Wu Ming now clearly sensed an ominous sign.
The development of the Steam Revolution, the geographical discoveries, and scientific progress did not mean that supernatural forces were willing to completely withdraw from the historical stage.
Any dying power, in its final moments before extinction, would inevitably struggle to make one last appearance.
At that time, the supernatural forces lurking in the shadows of this world would most likely step into the light, and no one could predict what kind of chaos this would bring to the future.
“Technology and mystery, guns and abilities…”
Wu Ming accurately grasped the pulse of this world. The entire world was now at a crucial crossroads.
The outcome of the struggle between these two forces would even determine the future direction of the entire world’s development!
“In the midst of this, what role should I play?”
Wu Ming pursed his lips, his eyes revealing an eager expression.
…
After a long while, the office door finally opened, and Wu Ming strode out, casually tossing a briefcase into Carter’s arms beside him: “Let’s go!”
“Your Holiness, where are we going?”
Carter instinctively followed, only asking after they had boarded the steam-powered car.
“Of course, back to Binford University!”
Wu Ming looked back in surprise: “The end of the semester is approaching, and we still have final exams. After that, there will be a long vacation, and we can go back for the New Year Festival… Have you forgotten all this?”
Carter’s face turned red.
This young man in front of him was just too mature, making it hard to believe he was still a university student!
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