In the end of the ice age, I hoarded tens of billions of supplies

Hearing the First Black Moon Priest's words strengthened Zhang Yi's resolve.

"I don't care what kind of cosmic laws or fate this is. I only know that if anyone tries to hurt me, my family, or everything I love, I will fight back to the very end!"

He stared at the First Black Moon Priest, a smile playing on his lips.

"Just like you who rebelled against Samael!"

Zhang Yi's words greatly eased the gloom in the hearts of Saladin, King Arthur, and others.

Yes, fate demanded that they bow their heads and obediently march towards their demise.

But why can't they defy fate?

As long as they become powerful enough, neither the Day of Fall nor any Creator can destroy them.

The First Black Moon Priest quietly observed Zhang Yi, a slight smile playing on her lips: "You are indeed very interesting. Perhaps your existence can bring some unexpected changes to us. We will continue to observe and see what path you will ultimately take."

Zhang Yi didn't say anything more. He understood that this cosmic contest was no longer just a battle of strength, but also a duel of mind and will.

And he is destined to write his own chapter in this endless game.

……

Zhang Yi, along with King Arthur, Saladin, Morgan, Yang Xinxin, and others, left the depths of the Dark Moon Empire.

They carried with them a wealth of resources bestowed by the Black Moon priests, as well as newly acquired knowledge—the method of absorbing cosmic energy through meditation.

They carry knowledge and power from different civilizations. As the Black Moon Priest said, everything in the universe is governed by power, and their fate seems to be drawn by an irreversible force.

As the group embarked on their journey home, traversing the vast sky and looking back at the world that had once fallen and collapsed, Zhang Yi's heart was filled with complex emotions.

He still vividly remembered the words spoken by the First Black Moon Priest, as if each sentence was challenging the beliefs deep within his heart.

She said the fate of the sixth generation of humans was already sealed, and the next generation would be the seventh, and they were merely paving the way for the protagonists of the next era.

Her words forced Zhang Yi to consider whether such an unchangeable fate truly existed.

At this moment, the atmosphere on the spaceship was not heavy, but rather relaxed and expectant.

Although everyone was deep in thought, the relaxed atmosphere in their conversations prevented the journey from becoming dull.

Fatty Xu and Brian, two guys with very different personalities, always manage to bring some humorous banter to any serious moment.

"Tell me, what if we really become stepping stones? That would be such a waste."

Fatty Xu chuckled as he chimed in.

Brian rolled his eyes. "You're the paving stone, I'm the steel Great Wall of humanity's future!"

"The Great Wall of Steel?"

Fatty Xu chuckled. "You mean, in the future you're going to become a mobile fortress?"

Brian chuckled. "That's right, the Great Wall of Steel! I'm the kind of guy who can scare the enemy so badly they'll wet themselves!"

Everyone laughed it off. Although the topic was lighthearted, Zhang Yi still had many thoughts in his mind. He still couldn't shake off the words of the First Black Moon Priest.

After all, the choice of fate and the struggle of the individual seem to be an irreconcilable contradiction.

"But regardless, have you seriously considered what the First Black Moon Priest said?"

Zhang Yi suddenly asked, his voice carrying a hint of seriousness.

"Once we return to Earth, we'll likely face an even more brutal struggle!"

King Arthur was silent for a moment, then spoke: "Hearing her words, I did find them somewhat frightening. Is the fate of the universe truly as she says, completely unchangeable?"

"And we will be attacked by all the ancient civilizations. After they destroy us, they will fight for the right to raise the seventh generation of humans?"

Saladin shrugged.

"Actually, I don't really mind being a stay-at-home dad. After all, it's just taking care of a child!"

"I believe that things are not that simple."

Morgan spoke in a low voice, his tone not fluctuating much, but it conveyed an undeniable firmness.

"Just like us humans, we cannot completely control our destiny, but we can still choose the path we want to take!"

Saladin nodded. "Yes, we may not be able to change the laws of the entire universe, but we can still change ourselves. At least we can choose whether or not to submit!"

Zhang Yi took a deep breath, feeling a sense of determination within him.

Although the First Black Moon Priest's words made him feel oppressed, he knew that no matter what, he would not bow down to fate!

As Morgan and Saladin said, humanity can choose not to give in, no matter what challenges lie ahead.

"The Wuluan Empire has been completely destroyed by me!"

This was the first time Zhang Yi had publicly revealed this matter.

Although they had already suspected it, King Arthur and the others were still somewhat surprised to hear the definite news from Zhang Yi himself.

"The Wuluan Empire... you really destroyed it? Chaos, you bastard..."

Saladin was surprised, but he clearly had a smile on his face.

After all, Zhang Yi and the others were all partners of the Pupil Organization.

The stronger Zhang Yi is, the more beneficial it will be for their alliance.

"But now it seems it's not so surprising! Your strength is truly formidable!"

Zhang Yi put his hands in his pockets, walked to the porthole, and chatted casually with the others while looking at the scenery on the moon outside.

"What I mean is that the Uluwatu Empire isn't that powerful in my eyes. They've been able to exist in the material world for hundreds of millions of years."

"Then why can't we, six generations of humans, do the same?"

He looked at King Arthur and Saladin and the others: "In short, I must live on! To hell with the creator Kagago, to hell with ancient civilizations, to hell with the Drucker Titan!"

His gaze suddenly turned sharp.

"No one can stop me from living a happy and peaceful life!"

"I think so."

Yang Xinxin said softly, her eyes sparkling with hope.

"Each of us can choose our own path, even if it means defying fate. After all, living itself is a form of resistance, isn't it?"

"Yup!"

Fatty Xu slapped his thigh and said, "If fate really wants us to be paving stones, then we must be the strongest and most resilient stones that no one can break!"

"You're all just spouting nonsense."

Brian scoffed, "But then again, what exactly is fate? It sounds like an irresistible torrent that's sweeping us away."