Genshin Impact: The Road to Reversal

When disaster struck, Yang witnessed firsthand the decline of his people. Because of the Fountain of Life, they neglected their defenses; because of the Fountain of Life, they lost the skills and vigilance they had once used to survive in the rainforest. Those once fearless, skilled at hunting and building sturdy dwellings in the perilous rainforest, became lazy and vulnerable under the Fountain of Life's "protection."

When the monsters attacked, they were powerless to fight back. Men no longer possessed the strength and agility to fight the monsters, and women could no longer skillfully craft defensive weapons from natural materials. Children, terrified and helpless, could only watch their loved ones being harmed by the monsters.

Screams and cries filled the tribe, raging fires devoured houses, and blood stained the ground red. Watching familiar faces fall one by one, she was filled with grief and anger. People probably couldn't believe how the Fountain of Eternal Life, which once brought them hope, would ultimately become the bane of their tribe.

Therefore, she hated the Fountain of Eternal Life and all the blessings that the Holy Lord bestowed upon the rainforest. If there had been no blessing of eternal life, how could there be the current tragic situation?

Together with the surviving tribe members, she pointed the finger at the Holy Lord, and the Fountain of Eternal Life was then dubbed the Poison Spring. During this period, their actions were not understood by anyone, and they were even rejected, scolded, and accused by other tribes that had received the gift.

But she did not give up. Finally, she led her followers to find the Holy Lord, and pointed a gun at the Holy Lord in front of everyone.

Hearing this, Kailin's eyes widened. "So what then? Since she was an enemy of the Holy Lord, how did she become a guardian?"

"Because she was defeated, and as a loser, 'eternal life' is her punishment, because it protects us from ever aging, and because the contract stipulates that our lifespan will be with the Holy Lord. If the Holy Lord does not leave, this bondage will turn into shackles, imprisoning us forever." Tianlang said.

"So, that's why Yang is so resistant to the position of guardian?" Zhao Heng asked.

"That's right." Tianlang nodded.

"Then again, when the Holy Lord first sent down the spring water, wasn't it out of kindness?" Karen asked.

"If that's what you said, then people had good intentions when they returned the turtles on the shore to the sea, but in the end, those turtles were almost extinct," said Zhao Heng.

At this time, He Qi asked: "I understand the principle, but isn't it a bit inappropriate to compare people in the rainforest with sea turtles?"

"What's wrong with it? To put it bluntly, isn't it all due to natural selection?" Zhao Heng said with his hands folded. "The rainforest is just like the ocean, full of dangers. People are eager to live and live a stable and safe life. There is nothing wrong with this. The Holy Lord bestowed the Fountain of Eternal Life, just like people helped sea turtles. The starting point was good. But both sea turtles and people in the rainforest have lost their original ability to adapt to the environment." Zhao Heng frowned slightly and seriously elaborated on his point of view.

"The turtles that risked their lives reconnaissance on shore are released back into the sea, just as the people here accept a gift and forget their pain. They rely on the fountain of eternal life, forgetting how to survive in the perilous rainforest. When the outside 'help' disappears, only destruction awaits them."

Then he looked at Tianlang and said, "Besides, I dare say that the Holy Lord should be aware of this."

"You mean that the Holy Lord threw the spring water here knowing the consequences? Isn't that harming people?" Karen said.

"It's a trial, a trial involving poisonous spirits." Mo Yan said.

Tianlang nodded. "That's right. Aside from the two oddballs, Bingdi and Yingba, the rest of us Guardians were only recognized as Guardians after undergoing trials. Yaohui's was 'Resistance,' Sister Xueqi's was 'Rise and Fall,' Chiye's was 'Resurgence,' and Duling's was 'Vitality.'"

"What about your trial?" Kailin asked.

"To be honest, I have never heard His Majesty mention this. I once asked him about it, but he said that one day I would experience a change in my life, and that would be the biggest test for me. However, this has not happened yet." Tianlang said, spreading his hands.

At this moment, He Qi lowered his head and thought, "I see. I never thought that the guardians had such a past. Today I have learned a lot. It was worth the trip."

"Was the trip worthwhile? So what were you planning to do?" Karen asked.

"Oh, that's right. I didn't ask before. There must be a reason for disturbing Mr. He Qi to come here for a gathering, right?" Tianlang reacted and asked.

He Qi smiled softly and said, "It's nothing, actually. To be honest, I joined the mercenary group a few years ago. Because of my outstanding strength, I was promoted to a forest ranger here, and I obey Miss Yang's orders."

"Really? Should we say it's Tiangang who's being targeted? You, the observer, have actually become a subordinate of the person being monitored." Tianlang said.

"But I think this can also be a convenient means of surveillance, and I also hope to be able to do it legitimately and help everyone as a part of this place." He Qi replied.

"Then your original identity is not legitimate?" Karen asked.

"Of course it's legitimate, but it's easy to arouse suspicion." He Qi said, "Besides the Saint, the only one who knows our Seven Star status is the Six Evil Saints among the Eight Guardians."

"So you must have an identity that neither arouses suspicion nor reveals your true identity?" Zhao Heng asked.

"That's right." He Qi nodded. "You should have seen that the people here are always wary of outsiders. But if you act with a mainland identity, although it can't be said that the suspicion is completely eliminated, it does put many people at ease."

"Is that so? Then are you here today because the Poison Spirit has a task for you?" Karen asked again.

"Oh, that's not the case. I just happened to pass by on my way to the mercenary group. I saw an acquaintance, so I came over to say hello." He Qi replied.

"I see. I thought Yang called you here because he had something he couldn't solve. It seems I was worrying too much." Tianlang said with his arms folded.

Hearing this, He Qi continued to explain: "Overthinking? No, no, no, Jiang Fan, you guys have to pay more attention recently."

"Ah, why is that?" Karen was stunned and continued to ask.

He Qi folded his arms and said, "Why, didn't you hear about it when you came here? I don't know what's going on in the forest lately. Many creatures have started migrating. Just last night, the tribe managed by the Luo brothers next door was attacked."

"Is there such a thing?" Tianlang glared.

He Qi nodded. "Yeah, I heard that some tribes were fighting in the woods, and these creatures were frightened, so..."

"puff!"