BXBX NOVEL Chapter 214: A Brand New Phase
"Now is not the time to let our guard down. Although these two planners of the apocalypse game have chosen to retreat, it's possible that more of them may come rushing in."
The words spoken by "the World" prompted Jeremy and the class change goddess Janna to cast vigilant glances around their surroundings once more.
Having successfully awakened the talent known as The King of Time and Space, Jeremy possessed an acute sensitivity to fluctuations in both time and space.
He meticulously attuned himself to the changes in the surrounding environment, ultimately confirming that no planners of the apocalypse game were attempting to breach the space they currently occupied.
"You are somewhat overly cautious. Since I have successfully awakened, the planners of the apocalypse game are unlikely to return here. I believe they will instead exert pressure on us by increasing the difficulty of the apocalypse game."
Jeremy confidently articulated his assessment.
In times past, Jeremy would have lacked the confidence to assert his judgment in the presence of "the World."
However, following his awakening, Jeremy felt that the disparity in strength between himself and "the World" had diminished significantly.
Moreover, he had successfully repelled two planners of the apocalypse game during the recent battle.
"The World" glanced at Jeremy and remarked, "You may indeed be correct. Since we are unlikely to face any more foes, we can afford to relax a bit for the time being."
After uttering these words, the class change goddess Janna collapsed directly to the ground.
Janna had completely exhausted her energy in the preceding fight.
The reason she had not exhibited any signs of distress earlier was simply that she had been forcing herself to endure.
Upon confirming that no enemies would appear, Janna understandably felt no need to continue her facade of strength.
Jeremy and "the World" hurried to Janna's side.
After a thorough observation, "the World" spoke in a tone tinged with relief, "She is not in serious trouble, she has merely drained all her power. After resting for a while, she will be able to return to her normal state."
The words spoken by "the World" elicited a sigh of relief from Jeremy.
"It is a relief to hear that the class change goddess Janna is alright!"
Having said this, Jeremy turned his gaze toward "the World."
In a solemn tone, he inquired, "Now that I have successfully awakened, I possess a strength far greater than before.
"I believe I can offer you my assistance now."
"I am aware that you have been continuously battling against the most formidable of the planners of the apocalypse game. Therefore, I hope you will allow me to join you in this endeavor, for the planners of the apocalypse game are also my mortal enemies."
Upon hearing Jeremy's proposal, "the World" exhibited no change in expression.
After approximately half a minute of silence, "the World" slowly began to speak.
"Indeed, since your awakening, you have acquired a power that is significantly greater than before. However, this does not grant you the qualification to directly challenge the planners of the apocalypse game.
Your previous victories against them were merely a result of their powers being restricted within this space.
In a situation where the power of the planners of the apocalypse game is unhindered, your current level would make it utterly impossible for you to defeat them. If you seek to engage them in a direct confrontation, you will need to reach at least level 70 first!"
While "the World" did not wish to undermine Jeremy's confidence.
He felt it was imperative to make Jeremy understand the true extent of his current abilities.
Upon hearing "the World's" words, a hint of melancholy crossed Jeremy's face.
However, deep down, Jeremy had already harbored such suspicions.
"So, what course of action should I take next? Am I to return to the real world and merely cleanse it of the instances and monsters that reside there after my awakening?
In the real world, I no longer face any formidable foes. Since my successful awakening, the gap in strength between Kean and me has only widened. I believe that even Kean would hesitate to challenge me now."
Jeremy was acutely aware that all the crises he faced were entirely orchestrated by the planners of the apocalypse game.
Thus, he yearned to eliminate the planners of the apocalypse game as swiftly as possible. He did not wish to remain in the real world indefinitely.
Even if he managed to eradicate every monster in the real world, the planners of the apocalypse game would not suffer significant repercussions.
"The World" spoke with a touch of helplessness.
"At this moment, you can indeed only clean up the instances and monsters in the real world. However, do not underestimate the difficulty of this task.
Following the completion of the apocalypse game's version update, all monsters and instances in the real world will undergo significant enhancements.
If I am not mistaken, there may even be some exceedingly powerful instances that suddenly materialize in the real world. These unexpected arrivals will undoubtedly plunge the real world into chaos."
"Your task is to ensure that humanity in the real world does not face significant threats after the difficulty of the apocalypse game has been heightened."
"The World" explicitly articulated the responsibilities he wished Jeremy to undertake.
After delivering this statement, "the World" showed no intention of lingering further, as he had more pressing matters to attend to.
"The class change goddess Janna does not require our care. Therefore, we should promptly attend to our respective duties!" Upon uttering these words, "the World" transformed into a shimmering mist and vanished.
The sudden departure of "the World" left Jeremy feeling somewhat irked.
"You have not yet conveyed all the necessary information! Why did you suddenly just run off?!"
Although Jeremy was slightly annoyed, he also understood that "the World" must have had valid reasons for his actions.
Jeremy turned to glance at the class change goddess, Janna.
"Are you truly certain that you do not need my assistance? If you wish to regain your strength swiftly, wouldn't you require some energy gemstones? I can provide those for you."
A faint, strained smile appeared on Janna's pale face.
"The energy gemstones are of no use to me at this point. I am capable of gradually recovering on my own, and regardless of what you do, my recovery speed will not accelerate.
You should proceed according to what 'the World' has advised. You are undoubtedly aware that since your successful awakening, our collaboration has entered a new phase."
"In this new phase of cooperation, we will undoubtedly encounter crises that are far greater than those we faced before. Therefore, we absolutely cannot afford to come into conflict with one another."
"The World" can indeed engage in actions that are frustrating at times. However, I believe you should trust him, he would never betray us."
The class change goddess Janna did not wish for Jeremy and "the World" to clash excessively.
Because once these two individuals were in conflict, they would be rendered incapable of confronting the planners of the apocalypse game.
Jeremy nodded in acknowledgment.
"Of course, I trust that 'the World' would not betray us. I merely feel that he sometimes deliberately conceals crucial information. Has my previous performance not earned his trust?"
In response to Jeremy's grievances, the class change goddess Janna hurriedly interjected.
"The reason 'the World' withholds vital information is, in fact, due to necessity. There are certain pieces of information that you cannot be privy to at this moment.
Since you have successfully awakened, you should understand that divinity is extremely significant to the planners of the apocalypse game and to beings like us who are close to deity status.
The divinity you currently possess is insufficient, if you were to learn highly secretive information, it could potentially lead to severe contamination for you.
Only when you possess a sufficient amount of divinity are you deemed worthy of knowing critical information. If you were to become aware of such clandestine knowledge without adequate divinity, you would be immediately targeted by 'Fool.'"
The words of the class change goddess Janna finally alleviated Jeremy's doubts regarding "the World."
Before this moment, Jeremy had never confronted "Fool" directly.
However, he had gleaned a considerable amount of information regarding "Fool" from the words of others.
Whether it was the planners of the apocalypse game or the opposing forces that stood against them, all exhibited profound caution toward "Fool."
It appeared that "Fool" was the most formidable deity in the entire universe.
Naturally, Jeremy did not wish to be targeted by "Fool" before he had attained sufficient power.
Upon observing the changes in Jeremy's expression, the class change goddess Janna confirmed that he no longer harbored any doubts.
"I have explained everything to you, and I trust you have no further inquiries? Therefore, you should promptly return to the real world! There are numerous matters awaiting your attention there!"
The class change goddess Janna had always been very attentive to Jeremy.
Although the power she possessed could not constantly intervene in the events of the real world, she was capable of providing assistance to Jeremy at critical moments.
Jeremy nodded in response.
"Thank you very much for your clarification! I will return to the real world as swiftly as possible, following your guidance. I will eliminate the monsters and instances in the real world with the utmost speed."