With all of us now present in the room, it was finally time to discuss our next course of action.
'There are many things to actually consider before taking the next step. I'm sure Kuzon is also thinking of raising it, considering the fact that he hasn't told us to get going yet.'
But before we could consider any of those yet, I was curious about a couple of things.
Most specifically about Edward's stay in this place.
"By the way, Edward, how exactly did you survive in this world for so long?" I found myself asking.
We had heard things from the perspective of a denizen, but I needed accurate intel from the horse's mouth.
"I mean, I suddenly found myself in this place and saw some humans in need of my assistance, so I helped them. They couldn't understand my words, and I couldn't understand their language, but I was somehow able to grasp their intentions."
Edward began to tell us his story, and his earlier experiences in this world prior to our arrival.
Apparently, after rescuing the humans, they began to worship him, and thy led him to their very primitive town where they regaled some things to the rest of the denizens, who in turn bowed to him.
Till date, Edward didn't completely understand the language of the people, so his story was even less detailed than Wu Jie's interpretation of what happened.
"I sensed the presence of Miasma, though, and based on the disheveled state of the humans, and how I saw them previously struggling with the Demonic Beasts, I decided to help them eradicate their enemies." He continued.
Edward told us how he easily cut through Demon after Demon and finally arrived at the heart of the Demon Territory.
He had resolved to wipe out everyone, and he could have done so in a fee strikes, but since he wanted more information about the world, he thought about conversing with the Demonic Beasts before killing them completely.
"Unfortunately most of them were unintelligent, and they just attacked me unnecessarily."
In the end, however, he was able to meet intelligent Demons at the center of the territory.
When we asked how the experience was, Edward told us one simple thing.
"They also bowed to worship me. Apparently, both the Demons and Humans fear and worship my power."
In the end, Edward could not bring himself to kill the Demons, as they had their own civilization deep in the heart of their territory.
The wild Demonic Beasts were not particularly under their control, so they weren't the villains of the story.
Besides, they also had to live. Just as humans killed animals and uprooted plants, they too had to sustain themselves.
"I felt it wasn't right to take a side and eliminate one race completely." Edward muttered.
However, since it was true that humans were at a disadvantage, he decided to teach them Martial Arts.
"But they're so weak. They don't even have Mana Cores. I could barely reach them the Fundamental Precepts."
Still, he taught the ones who had the physique to handle Martial Arts within his Martial Zone, so they were able to spend more time in training.
Fortunately, there were a good number of humans that learned Martial Arts, and so we're able to become stronger.
"It was at this point that Aries contacted me. He told me he had been watching me for some time, and he revealed the dying wish of the Martial Blade God. I thought if I became stronger, I would be able to leave this place and see you all, so I decided to undertake the process."
Fortunately, we all reunited as soon as he finalized his test.
"During that period, Aries has been speaking to the people on my behalf. I actually don't know what they have been up to for some months now."
I wondered what the people would think when they realized their guardian angel wasn't actually guarding them.
"In any case, I was able to impart them with some stuff I knew about from our home world. Lemi also talked about a lot of siency stuff and showed me a lot of interesting things. I was able to implement a few, especially in the hygiene and agricultural department. Based on what I sense, they are faring way better now. Hahaha!"
It seemed Edward was really proud of his accomplishments, though he tried to be modest about it.
I had to wonder why he was extremely pleased by how far these people had come, though.
'There's still a lot of work to be done, and this is even less than the bare minimum in my opinion.'
Still, I knew I had to understand the difference we shared.
'He did the best he could. That alone shoes some measure of discipline.'
The people of this world have become better off as a result of this.
'Still, it irks me to see them like this. I keep itching, considering all that could have been achieved.'
If things continued this way, I would have to intervene and make some improvements, even if it was little.
'Just as I did with the Avarians and Gatorians.' A smile coursed through my face as I remembered those fun times.
'We could start with awakening Mana Cores in them.'
Come to think of it, I sensed three different energies in this world—other than Miasma, of course
'What if I harness those powers and allocate respective features to different people? That way, it'll make for diversity and they will be able to use the three powers, depending on who is gifted with which.'
I couldn't believe I was already making plans.
"I know what you're thinking, Jared, but what about the Demons? If you advance the humans too much, then don't you think it'll be the Demons who will be getting wiped out?" Kuzon suddenly interrupted my thoughts.
'Urgh! Here it comes...' I prepared myself for Kuzon's lecture.
"Why don't we do it like this... I'll advance the Demons a little too. That way, we can balance the equation."
'Eh? What?' Was Kuzon actually being serious about this?
"That's a wonderful idea. Are you sure, though, Kuzon? Don't we need to get home quickly?" Aloe added.
"We should hurry to return home! We've found Edward, so let's leave!" Ciara made sure her opinions were heard.
"What do you think, Edward?" I smiled, turning to the sheepishly smiling boy.
"Let's do it! I want to help these people before leaving!"
In the end, Ciara's concerns were stifled by the rule of the majority.
For a second I thought I sensed murderous intent from her, but it vanished so quickly, so it was probably my imagination.
"Aloe and I will go and help the Demons. Jared and Edward should assist the humans. We'll rendezvous in 24 hours."
Kuzon's proposition sounded fair enough, so we all agreed to it.
Though, it seemed one of us was still grumbling in a corner.
"The plan is fine and all, but there's one thing we need to address before all of that." Edward grinned widely, his eyes focusing on me.
Somehow, I could already guess what he was going to say.
"Jared, it's finally time. After dedicating myself to so much training and meditation, I've become this strong."
Yeah... I knew where this was leading to.
"I believe I've become strong enough to challenge you." Edward's grin widened, displaying his perfect set of white teeth.
"Fight me, Jared!"
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