Rebirth of the Scumbag and the Retribution of the White Lotus

Zhao Shufang's gaze grew sharper as she sensed the shift in the atmosphere around her. The man's revelation weighed heavily on her heart, but her resolve grew even stronger. She understood that this battle was far more complex than she had anticipated; it was, in fact, beyond her comprehension.

The man before her, once a messenger of the "Dominator," now trapped within it, had still chosen to betray. The motives and truth behind this were clearly more complex. She glanced at Lu Lingyuan and saw that he, too, seemed to be thinking.

"In that case," Zhao Shufang spoke first, breaking the silence. "Can you tell us what kind of being the 'Dominator' is? Why is it able to control you so well?"

The man took a deep breath, as if searching for the right words. "The power of the 'Dominator' comes from the distortion of time and space. It's not a physical entity, but more of a concentrated force. It can transcend conventional laws and even control a person's fate, altering their thoughts and actions."

"So, you are being controlled by the 'Dominator'?" Lu Lingyuan frowned, his mind filled with doubts. "Isn't it afraid of your resistance?"

"Of course it's afraid." A trace of pain crossed the man's face. "But it possesses unparalleled power, making it impossible for us to escape. It has bound me through some kind of contract. If I betray it, it will completely deprive me of the meaning of my existence. Our bodies will decay, but our souls will never be able to escape."

"Contract?" Zhao Shufang frowned. She seemed to have seen this concept in some ancient texts before. "What exactly is that contract? How is it established with the 'Master'?"

The man's gaze grew hazy, as if he were recalling something profound. "This is an ancient spell. Harnessing the laws of heaven and earth, we offer a portion of our soul to the 'Master.' The 'Master' grants us power, and we fulfill its destiny. This contract is more than a simple agreement; it's a profound bond, unbreakable."

Zhao Shufang was silent for a moment, then turned to look at Lu Lingyuan. It was clear that the enemy they faced wasn't just a physical confrontation, but more of a spiritual and mental battle. And the ultimate goal of this battle seemed not simply to achieve victory, but to completely uncover the dark forces behind it.

"So what now?" Lu Lingyuan said solemnly, "Since you've decided to betray me, can you give us some useful information?"

The man sank into deep thought again, his fingers gripping the ground tightly, as if sensing some violent reaction within him. After a long pause, he raised his head, a look of determination in his eyes. "The true power of the 'Dominator' isn't limited to physical control; it can also alter a person's emotions and thoughts. It manipulates the flow of time and space, allowing you to unconsciously make choices you couldn't even foresee."

Zhao Shufang was shocked. "Is it using the distortion of time to make people lost?"

The man nodded. "That's right. The 'Master' can send you into the abyss of time, making it impossible to distinguish between truth and falsehood, and plunging you into an endless predicament. It allows you to perceive a fate beyond your control and leads you towards an inescapable end."

Lu Lingyuan was shocked when he heard this, and a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes: "But if it is so powerful, why can you resist it?"

"Because..." the man's tone suddenly became low, "It exerted excessive control over me, causing me to rebel at certain moments. In that moment, I felt its weakness and its imperfections. It couldn't control all of my emotions and could only force me to obey by restraining my consciousness."

Zhao Shufang sensed the depth and helplessness in the man's words. She knew this wasn't just a simple battle, but a contest of souls. In this contest, no one could escape easily, and no one could remain unscathed.

"You said it controls time and space. Is there any way to counter it?" Zhao Shufang continued to ask, a hint of desire in her eyes. "I need to know how to break this bondage and destroy its core."

The man's expression became complicated. "The only way to break its bondage is to find its source, its core. The power of the 'Dominator' originates from a mysterious 'Source Realm', its birthplace. Only by entering the 'Source Realm' can we break its control over time and space."

"'Source Realm'?" Lu Lingyuan couldn't help but frown. "Is that place... the legendary space rift?"

The man was silent for a moment, then finally nodded. "That's right. The 'Source Realm' isn't a place you can easily enter; it's hidden within the endless void. Entering the 'Source Realm' is extremely complex and even requires a huge price. But once you're there, you have a chance to destroy the core of the 'Dominator.'"

Zhao Shufang took a deep breath, her mind racing. She knew that to completely escape the control of the 'Dominator,' she had to find the path to the 'Source Realm,' a path filled with countless dangers and challenges.

"If we want to enter the 'Source Realm', can you provide assistance?" Zhao Shufang asked with a firm look in her eyes.

The man nodded slightly. "I can provide you with some clues to help you find the entrance to the 'Source Realm'. However, the prerequisite is that you must be fully prepared. Once you enter the 'Source Realm', you may face a situation where there is no turning back."

"We're ready," Zhao Shufang said firmly without hesitation, "We're going to end this."

The man was silent for a moment, then finally nodded. "Okay, I'll help you. As long as you can withstand the pressure of entering the Source Realm and break the control of the Overlord, you might be free."

At this moment, a strange vibration suddenly came from the air, and the surrounding black fog began to wriggle, as if some powerful force was gathering in the dark. Zhao Shufang suddenly became alert and immediately focused her attention on her surroundings.

"It's coming." The man's voice was low and rapid. "The 'Dominator' has noticed that we are planning a rebellion. It will not let you go easily."

"We know." Zhao Shufang took a deep breath and tightly grasped the talisman in her hand. "Prepare for battle."