Zong Shen had already known about the situation before.

And now it perfectly matched what Chen Rui had said once again.

As for the second act he mentioned, it likely represents the world entering a new phase.

The chaos of the Indigenous People is ignited, and Lords rise opportunistically, leading to upheaval and integration.

It's like the end of the Newbie Stage, indicating that a certain standard of the Lord System has been achieved.

These are the parts Zong Shen could understand.

As for founding a nation and the great catastrophe ten years later, these surpass Zong Shen's understanding.

However, from these phrases and the timeline and logical line provided by the other party, he could vaguely think of some things.

Chen Rui's last statement was clearly censored, with some words phrases shielded.

This indirectly corroborated that what he said was very likely true.

Without touching on core secrets, shielding wouldn't happen.

"Zong Shen 1999514: You seem to know a lot about future events."

"Zong Shen 1999514: Although I don't yet understand why you seek me out, I know you are not ordinary. Perhaps, as you said, we are of the same kind."

Zong Shen thought for a while and replied simply with these two sentences.

This time, because the other party was online waiting, the reply was quick.

"Chen Rui 1994613: We are very special, it may not be convenient to discuss specifics here."

"Chen Rui 1994613: You have your secrets, and I have mine."

"Chen Rui 1994613: We are the fish that slipped through the net under omniscience and omnipotence, key to the Lords surviving the catastrophe and stepping into the third act."

"Chen Rui 1994613: Only by stepping into the third act do you have the right to pursue freedom and truth; if we fail, we can only become stepping stones for the next batch ※※※..."

"Chen Rui 1994613: I can't say too much here, although that guy's supervision is not strict. In short, we need to unite. When we have a chance to meet, I will tell you my secrets."

"Chen Rui 1994613: This will serve as the anchor of my sincerity and friendship. My territory is located in the Kujite Empire, Alonwa Giant City, Naboru City."

Chen Rui was consistently expressing his goodwill and intent to ally.

This surprised Zong Shen a little. From his words, Zong Shen understood that there seemed to be a catastrophe that would engulf the entire continent ten years later.

This catastrophe is the "key" to the third act or, rather, the beginning,

The third act represents another new phase, and according to Chen Rui, as long as one can step into the third act, freedom and truth are not far away.

Most importantly, if one cannot survive the great catastrophe, the ultimate outcome is likely to be death.

He memorized the locations where Chen Rui was situated. From his fortunate geographic understanding of this continent, he deduced that the Kujite Empire is located in the western part of the continent, more accurately, the southwest.

It, along with the Rodok Kingdom where Zong Ze is located, is like a piece of unevenly cut cheese, occupying the entire western part of the continent, with the Rodok Kingdom leaning northwest and the Kujite Empire leaning southwest.

To get from here to the Kujite Empire, even by Goblin Airship, it would take over a year.

If riding a high-speed aerial mount, with stops and rests, it would still take one or two months.

The only way is to teleport step by step through Giant City Level Teleportation Arrays.

However, this is also quite a troublesome task.

This world is just too vast, and restricted by the development of Lords, cross-border travel is difficult without a solid year or half a year's developmental foundation.

"Zong Shen 1999514: I understand, as you said, perhaps we can become friends."

"Zong Shen 1999514: In this vast world, everyone struggles. I will add you to my friend list, and we can keep in touch from now on."

Zong Shen spoke concisely. Although what Chen Rui had said intrigued him and he expressed some friendliness, Zong Shen chose to observe and did not become overly familiar.

Even if he could determine that Chen Rui also possessed secrets no less than a "Guide Module," he saw no reason to cling to him like a soulmate.

Friendship and trust need to be tested and accumulated over time.

"Chen Rui 1994613: Hmm, let's keep in touch."

"Chen Rui 1994613: By the way, Lord Zong…"

"Chen Rui 1994613: Before we conclude today's conversation, let me share one more piece of information."

"Zong Shen 1999514: Please go ahead, I'm all ears."

"Chen Rui 1994613: The winter has arrived, so the next occurrence might be an extreme corresponding situation…"

"Chen Rui 1994613: I can only say so much. This world is also changing. Looking forward to our next conversation, farewell."

"Zong Shen 1999514: Extreme corresponding… Alright, farewell."

The two knowingly ended the private chat, with Chen Rui laying all his cards on the table.

His purpose was simple, hoping to plant a seed of friendship by throwing a brick to attract jade.

Apart from Zong Shen, whom he regarded as a "variable," he was also striving to contact those known strong individuals from his previous life, maintaining limited contact.

He revealed some of his peculiarities appropriately, building a sense of trust, and enhancing his identity chips.

The reactions of most people were similar to Zong Shen's.

Additionally, a small portion showed a reflex reaction, expressing some hostility.

These were all within Chen Rui's expectations—after all, who among the strong wasn't cautious, cunning, or even had a persecution complex?

No one understood the terror of the great catastrophe better than Chen Rui, who had lived through two lifetimes.

He was meticulously weaving a net of connections, all to survive the catastrophe and utterly change the cruel future.