Rebirth of the Scumbag and the Retribution of the White Lotus

The situation before her grew increasingly confusing, and Zhao Shufang felt a surge of unease. The powerful black air current swept in once more, shaking the entire space. The air seemed to distort, as if every inch of it was imbued with the enemy's power. Her talisman burned more fiercely, its light ripping through the darkness like lightning, but she knew the enemy before her was far more complex than she had imagined.

"He's not dead yet." Lu Lingyuan's voice was low, his eyes flashing with deep vigilance and confusion. "What's going on? I've clearly hit his vital points, so why is he still able to stand up?"

Zhao Shufang frowned and remained silent for a moment before she slowly spoke, "This isn't an ordinary resurrection technique. The power it carries far exceeds our expectations. It might even be related to the 'Dominator.'"

"'The Master'?" Lu Lingyuan's brows furrowed even more tightly. "Could it be that the person hiding behind the scenes has already been controlling all this?"

Zhao Shufang didn't answer, staring intently at the man in front of her. He looked incredibly weak, his breathing erratic. The black air around him spread out like ripples on the water, making him seem somewhat powerless. Yet, the feeling of unease grew stronger, as if a greater storm was brewing.

The man slowly raised his head, the dark light in his eyes gradually dissipating, replaced by a deep sadness and despair. "Do you really think you can stop me?" His voice was hoarse, but it was filled with an unconcealable sneer. "Your strength... is far from enough."

"Are you making your final struggle?" Zhao Shufang's voice was calm, yet full of pressure. "Tell me, who is manipulating you from behind?"

The man shook his head, as if powerless to resist any longer. "You don't understand. None of this is under my control. I am only fulfilling part of my mission. The 'Dominator' is the true ruler of this world."

"What is this 'Master'?" Lu Lingyuan's eyes flashed with doubt. "Who exactly is this 'Master' you're talking about?"

The man finally wavered, the coldness in his eyes turning to a hint of pain. He looked at Zhao Shufang, his tone tinged with sorrow, "A power you cannot comprehend originates from the deepest depths of this world, born from endless darkness. The so-called 'Dominator' is not a single being, but a being formed by the convergence of multiple ancient powers. It controls the laws of life, death, and destiny."

Zhao Shufang's heartbeat suddenly sank. It all seemed beyond her control, beyond even her knowledge to fully comprehend. She knew that the enemy before her was no simple villain, but was trapped in some kind of unbreakable curse.

"Who exactly are you working for?" Zhao Shufang stared into the man's eyes, her voice piercing with a cold, uncompromising tone. "Just who is this 'master' behind you?"

The man's eyes gradually blurred, as if lost in deep thought. His figure trembled slightly, as if trapped in some inescapable pain. "I... was once a messenger of the 'Master,' carrying out its orders and fulfilling its intentions." He spoke with difficulty, his voice filled with unconcealed despair. "But in the course of my mission, I gradually realized that behind all this, there was a deeper darkness. The 'Master' was not a force to save the world, but a demon that devoured everything."

Zhao Shufang's heart trembled, and countless questions flashed through her mind. She gradually realized that the answer she had been seeking might not be as simple as she had imagined. She took a deep breath, suppressed her shock, and continued, "Then why do you continue to serve it? You can resist, right?"

The man gave a bitter laugh, his eyes gleaming with madness and helplessness. "I once tried to resist, but I can no longer escape its control. The power it bestowed upon me cannot be controlled by my will alone. Every time, I act under its control, and I want to escape but cannot. It is an omnipresent presence, controlling all destinies."

"So, all of this conspiracy was its work?" Lu Lingyuan's eyes flashed with anger. "You weren't doing this voluntarily, but were forced?"

The man didn't respond, only slowly lowering his head, as if crushed by a heavy burden. After a moment, he raised his head, a look of determination in his eyes. "Yes, I was forced. But... I can't go on like this. I can't serve it anymore."

A complex expression flashed across Zhao Shufang's eyes. She instinctively sensed the weariness and unwillingness in the man's eyes. Even though he was a controlled puppet, he still had human emotions and reason.

"Then have you decided to resist?" Zhao Shufang asked, her tone softening.

The man nodded slightly, his voice choking with emotion. "I have decided not to serve the Overlord anymore. Although its power is overwhelming, I will do my best to provide you with a path to uncover the true truth."

Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan exchanged a glance, each filled with shock. At this moment, the enemy before them seemed no longer their enemy, but a sympathizer trapped in the mire. Zhao Shufang slowly approached the man and said in a deep voice, "If you truly repent, then together we will resist that 'Dominator.' We will surely find a way to defeat it."

The man looked at her, a hint of hesitation flashing in his eyes, and finally nodded: "I will help you, but please be careful. The real threat of the 'Dominator' is far from as simple as you think."

A heavy atmosphere filled the air, and the three of them realized that this battle was far from over, and in fact, it was just the beginning. The real enemy might have already been lurking behind them, silently waiting for the next attack.

Zhao Shufang took a deep breath, her eyes determined. "No matter how dangerous it is, we must face it. To uncover the truth, to put an end to all this."